Belarusians celebrate “Kolyadki” in the village of Usyazh, some 40 km (25 miles) north-east of Minsk, Belarus, Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Kolyadki is a pagan winter holiday, which has over the centuries merged with Orthodox Christmas celebrations. Fancy-dressed people go from house to house, singing, dancing, eating and drinking. The hosts give money or food to their guests. (Photo by Sergei Grits/AP Photo)
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