Great Britain experienced a turning point this year with the death of the Queen, which is difficult for the British and millions of people around the world to grasp, as Elizabeth II has only been known in this role for decades. To the new King Charles III. many people at home and abroad probably still have to get used to it.

Nevertheless, a British holiday tradition will continue, which is firmly anchored in many families there: On Boxing Day at 3pm UK time, people gather in front of the television and watch the royal Christmas speech as an important part of the holiday programme.

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