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World set to ring in another pandemic Christmas

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Omicron's rise has led to another pandemic-tinged Christmas for billions, with Santa's arrival and longed-for family reunions overshadowed by the prospect of yet more Covid restrictions.

For a second straight year, surging infections have complicated yuletide plans from Sydney to Seville. In Bethlehem -- the city Christians believe was Jesus' birthplace -- hoteliers expecting an influx of tourists have been disappointed.

After a near-total pandemic lockdown last year, Israel's borders are again closed. This year, like last, midnight mass in the city on Christmas Eve will be reserved for a small circle of people by invitation only.

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