The LONDON (AP) — In Britain and other countries like Australia and Canada, the day after Christmas is a secular national

President Trump proclaimed Dec. 26 a federal holiday in 2025, but some countries already recognize the date as its own holiday.

Boxing Day, celebrated on 26 December, is a public holiday in the UK and Commonwealth countries. It features gift-giving, family gatherings, and sporting events.

Michael Neser starred with both bat and ball in his long-awaited Boxing Day Ashes debut at the MCG, leading Australia to a 46-run first-innings lead after a dramatic day that saw 20 wickets fall.

For much of the English-speaking world, the day after Christmas is Boxing Day. But the United States isn't one of those countries.

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There’s a strong hint Jhye Richardson will finally make his return to Test cricket in today’s Boxing Day Test.

Get the ball-by-ball commentary and live updates from the Boxing Day Test match at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground as the visiting Three Lions aim to salvage a win after horrific outing across fir