Christmas

Churches in Israel and the West Bank are canceling Christmas celebrations due to the war

The parade is a rollicking annual march that begins at Mary’s Well in Nazareth — next to a bustling Christmas market — and continues down Paul VI Street.

By ELIYAHU FREEDMAN/JTA
20/12/2023

Pope: Israelis, Palestinians face Christmas 'of pain and mourning'

Pope Francis has called several times for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and for the release of all hostages taken by Hamas.

By REUTERS
19/12/2023
Matt Smith, David Tennant and John Hurt star in 'The Day of the Doctor.'

Doctor Who Christmas episodes linked to lower UK death rates, festive study finds

Episodes aired on Christmas Day were linked to approximately six fewer deaths per 10,000 person-years in England and Wales and four fewer deaths per 10,000 person-years in the entire UK.

'Worst Christmas ever' in birthplace of Jesus as impact of war empties Bethlehem

Located just south of Jerusalem, Bethlehem is heavily reliant for income and jobs on visitors from all over the world who come to see the Church of the Nativity.

By REUTERS
11/12/2023

The consequences of accommodating antisemitism - opinion

It must be made clear to California’s governor that the hatred may start with Jews, but it then shifts over to Christians and all people.

By COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN
11/12/2023

No Christmas tree in Bethlehem as holiday pared down over Gaza war

"We have never seen Bethlehem like this, not even during the time of COVID. The town is empty, sad."

By REUTERS
02/12/2023

Protesters brandish swastikas at pro-Palestinian rally outside Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting

One protester carried a sign that compared Jews to Nazis via a blood-spattered swastika intertwined with a Star of David and the words, “The irony of becoming what you once hated.”

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
30/11/2023

Here's how to avoid fraud, scams, and phishing attempts this shopping season

The shopping holidays bring increased exposure to fraud and scams. Stay informed and protect yourself with these essential precautions.

By WALLA!
23/11/2023

Jesus' birthplace removes all Christmas decorations in honor of Hamas 'martyrs’

A spokesperson for the city also told the Telegraph, “The reason is the general situation in Palestine; people are not really into any celebration."

Lindsey Stirling’s artistic extravagance is coming to the Tel Aviv stage

The artist talks about her rise to fame, her faith, and how much she wanted to visit Israel.

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