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BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — After two years of subdued Christmas celebrations due to war, thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve. The giant Christmas tree returned, as dozens of scouts groups marched by playing festive music. Bethlehem has canceled celebrations during the past two years due to the Israel-Hamas war. The city where Christians believe Jesus was born relies heavily on tourism that has been severely impacted. Residents are hopeful as domestic tourism slowly returns despite ongoing tensions.

(The Center Square) — Energy Transfer LP said it is suspending development of its proposed liquefied natural gas export terminal in southwest Louisiana as it reallocates capital toward a backlog of natural gas pipeline infrastructure projects expected to offer better risk-adjusted returns.

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