‘Our Building Lights’ Initiative Brings Holiday Joy to Communities Around Israel

The organizers are ushering in a “sense of normalcy and joy” in bringing back holiday programming to communities all across Israel.
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Foo Fighters Singer Celebrates Hanukkah, Jewish Musicians

Dave Grohl and producer Greg Kurstin team up for “The Hanukkah Sessions 2021,” in which they release a cover of a song by a Jewish artist each night of the holiday.

2nd Incident in as Many Days: Woman in Critical Condition after Choking on Chanukah...

"She was later taken by ambulance while still undergoing CPR, to the Carmel Medical Center."

Jews Chase Away Darkness from Temple Mount on Chanukah

"We came to remind the State of Israel who is our enemy and who our friend."

UAE Rabbi Kicks Off First Night of Chanukah at Israeli Pavilion in Dubai

Chabad Rabbi Levi Druchman lights the first candle of the menorah at EXPO 2020, in a ceremony attended by local leaders, businesspeople, Jewish residents of the UAE and tourists from around the world.

Biden: The Hanukkah Story is ‘Inherently Jewish, Undeniably American’

"Hanukkah . . . commemorates how even the most fragile flame can sustain a tradition and nourish the soul of a people."

First Night of Hanukkah Finds Menorahs Lighting Up Across Israel

Hanukkah menorahs were glowing across the nation, even in the tiniest corners.

Joining Meretz, Hamas and Peace Now Upset Over President Herzog’s Candle Lighting in Hebron

Herzog’s visit to Hebron is the first of many ceremonies he will be attending throughout the country in honor of the Chanukkah celebrations.

EMTs Resuscitate Elderly Jerusalemite in Front of his Family Erev Chanukah

"Being part of this right before the holiday of Hanukkah gave me a lot of joy.”

Nefesh B’Nefesh Hosts 250 Lone Soldiers at Thanksgiving Dinner

These Thanksgiving dinners are part of Nefesh B’Nefesh’s return to in-person events, helping Olim acclimate.

President Herzog to Light 1st Hanukkah Candle in Hebron, Angering Leftist Meretz

The announcement by the president’s office on Wednesday angered leftist members of the government coalition.

Hanukkah Menorah Dismantled Due to Waqf, Arab Complaints

The menorah was installed Wednesday at the Tomb of the Prophet Shmuel, as it has been for years.

World’s Largest Chanukah Menorah Goes Up in New York City

Designed by world renown artist Yaacov Agam, the New York City menorah is certified by the Guinness Book of World Records.

Mt. Meron Disaster Committee Recommends Ministerial Control, Crowd Limits, Ban on Illegitimate Organizations

Steps must be taken to ensure that there is no excessive density in the mountain area and at key points of interest there."

On Its Centennial, KKL-JNF Archive Offers Unforgettable Historic Chanukah Images

The Archive is celebrating its centennial with these rare black & white photos showing the Jews of the Land of Israel as they celebrate the holiday around the country.

18th Century Esther Scroll Written by Teenage Girl Revealed in Jerusalem

This is a very significant historic discovery, as Scrolls of Esther inscribed during that time period by women are few, and it sheds light on the important position that religious women occupied in Italian Jewish community life.

American Girl Doll Company Sells Hanukkah Outfit, Part of its Cultural Collection

The website also has a section where the company describes the eight-day Jewish holiday.

3 Hurt in Mea Shearim Sukkah Collapse in Jerusalem

A 6-year-old boy was among those injured in the collapse.

National Library of Israel Releases Rare Photographs of Sukkot During 1973 War

Many forget that the holiday, which begins a few days after Yom Kippur, also fell during the height of the fighting.

Watch: Priestly Blessing at the Kotel, Sukkot 5782

Attendance is possible for the entire public from around the country without a green tag.

‘You Are Everything That is Beautiful About Our Country’

Bennett: "In my view, the entire country needs to reflect the spirit of Krembo Wings, just as you reflect it. "

Lost Tribe of Bnei Menashe Celebrates Sukkot in Northeastern India

The Bnei Menashe, or sons of Manasseh, claim descent from one of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel.

Rabbi Stav: Residents of Lod Don’t have to Sleep in the Sukkah

The question was posed by a resident of Lod following several incidents of Arab gunfire in recent days in Lod and Ramla.

Last Afghani Jew Gives Wife Get Erev Yom Kippur

Simintov's hostile relationship with the other last Jew in Kabul, Ishaq Levin, became the subject of a play in the UK.

On Yom Kippur, Israeli Pedestrians and Emergency Services Rule the Streets

On Yom Kippur, Israel closes its air space even to flights passing through, and public transportation shuts down as well.

German Police Foil Plot to Attack Synagogue on Yom Kippur

Among those arrested in the plot was a 16-year-old Syrian teenager.

And Who By a Plague: 41% of Corona Dead in Israel Were Unvaccinated

All of which means the vaccines work, go get vaccinated.

152 Breslovers Test Positive for Corona, 117 Investigated for Fake Negative Tests

A hundred and seventeen Israelis returning from Ukraine were summoned for questioning on suspicion of forgery and fraud.

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