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Santa isn't coming to town: Covid sparks a shortage of St Nick in the US

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In this file photo taken on Nov 25, Santa Claus is seen during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, New York. Photo: AFP

Christmas is just around the corner but you may struggle to spot a Santa spreading joy in the United States this holiday season.

That's because the pandemic has caused a shortage of Father Christmases, according to a booking company and Santa Claus training school.

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