AdvertisementIn Greece, A Muted Christmas Amid Tough TimesDecember 28, 2011Joanna KakissisfacebookEmailA homeless man begs for money during the launch of Christmas celebrations in Athens' central Syntagma Square, Dec. 9. Difficult economic times have meant subdued holiday activities — and even carolers, who traditionally receive money for their songs, are feeling the pinch. (AFP/Getty Images)