Christmas around the world: Waterskiing Santas and giant cuts of meat

From London to Bethlehem, services and festivities to mark the holiday cheer are in full swing.

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Worshippers in Ukraine, China and Pakistan gathered for Christmas Eve services at their local churches.

While most Christians mark Christmas on 25 December, many Orthodox Christians do not celebrate until 7 January.

Here are some of the best images of the holiday cheer around the world.

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