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Thousands of people dressed as Santa Claus have taken part in the annual "Santa Dash", setting a new world record in the process, organisers of the event say. To raise money for local charities, about 5,000 people dressed up in red suits, white beards and black boots and ran for five kilometres through the streets.

The event's website acknowledges that it will face stiff competition for the world record from an event in Las Vegas later this month. Stay tuned.