Concern was rising because the imprisoned leading Kremlin opposition leader hadn’t been heard from in more than two weeks. Source

Pope Francis made his Christmas Day appeal for peace around the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians. Source

Authorities in Gaza said one attack alone killed at least 68 people at a refugee camp. Pope Francis called for the release of hostages, freeing up of humanitarian aid and an end to the war during his annual Christmas Day mass. Source

Need a last minute ingredient or gift on Christmas Day? Here’s what restaurants, grocery stores and fast-food chains will be open. Source

Most eastern Christian churches use the Julian calendar, in which Christmas falls on Jan. 7, rather than the Gregorian calendar used in everyday life and by Western churches. Source

Authorities in Antioch, Calif. say he fled on foot and that speed and reckless driving were apparently factors in the collision. Source

Police say a fight broke out between two groups at Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs on Christmas Eve. Source

Palestinian Christians cancel Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem; Santa Claus at Atlanta school speaks Spanish, sign language and English Source

There’s more than one terrific NFL showdown this Monday. Here’s how to watch all the Christmas NFL games. Source

Don’t miss the Baltimore Ravens vs. San Francisco 49ers Monday Night Football game this Christmas. Source