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Photo of the day - January 7, 2016
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Orthodox Christmas in Russia

Christmas celebrations in Moscow

EPA / Vostock-photo

 A Russian Orthodox faithful prays during a Christmas church service in Moscow on Jan. 7. The Russian Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas according to an ancient Julian calendar.

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January 7, 2016
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