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A Christmas tree is pictured at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

A Christmas tree is pictured at Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, December 15, 2015. The humble Christmas tree has a rich history, from evergreen trees used to symbolise eternal life in Ancient Egypt to tree worship among pagan Europeans. The modern version has its origins in Germany, where the song "O Tannenbaum" is still a festive favourite. Today the traditional tree with lights and decorations appears in cities including Washington, Moscow and Beirut. Alternative constructions range from recycled rubbish in Mexico City to old window frames in Rakvere, Estonia. Whatever the shape or size, the message is the same: Merry Christmas. REUTERS/Sergio MoraesPICTURE 22 OF 28 - SEARCH "GLOBAL TREES" FOR ALL IMAGES - GF

CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994. For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You

CARTOON: ESTONIA, 1994.
For fifty years I worked hard to keep you occupied - You have to pay me a pension now. Cartoon comment on the Russian demand that recently-independent Estonia provide pensions for occupying Russian soldiers. Cartoon by Edmund Valtman, 1994

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