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What's better: Real Christmas trees or artificial ones?

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Ever wondered what's the greener, more sustainable choice between a chopped down live Christmas tree or an artificial plastic one? Join us as we find out what to watch out for this Christmas season.
20 Dec 2024 English Germany Society & Culture · Health & Fitness

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