BOSTON - Boston's dreams of a white Christmas have come true for 2024. The National Weather Service defines a "white Christmas" as having an inch or more of snow on the ground for Christmas morning. Meteorologist Candice Hrencecin at the National Weather Service's Norton office confirmed to WBZ-TV that Boston has met the criteria.

This year will be a “green Christmas” because no snow or frost is expected to fall anywhere in Britain, forecasters have said.

Russia launched aerial attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector “on a massive scale” overnight into Wednesday, local authorities said, with explosions reported across the country amid intensified bombardments that have left Ukraine in a precarious position while the war grinds into a third winter.

Ukraine's air force says it detected 184 missiles and drones, causing damage to energy infrastructure across the country.

The Princess of Wales returned to Britain’s screens this year as she delivered a touching message for her annual Christmas carol concert. Kate, 42, hosted her annual Together At Christmas concert at Westminster Abbey earlier this month which was broadcast on Christmas Eve.

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has spoken of the importance of 'love and kindness' in a thoughtful message as she introduced the Royal Carols

Kate Middleton’s “Together at Christmas” carol service, airing on Christmas Eve, shares a heartfelt message on love, kindness, and reflection, urging viewers to embrace the Christmas spirit and support one another during tough times.