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Families of MDA First Responders Murdered on Oct. 7 Light Fourth Candle of Hanukkah...

"We will never forget the enlistment and dedication of the volunteers in the nation's difficult hour. You healed not only wounds of the body but also the wounds of the soul."

Festival of Olives

Every talks about the light, but what about the olives?

Western Wall Prepares for Hanukah in Jerusalem Even as Israel Battles Hamas

A central candle lighting ceremony will be held every evening of Hanukah in the Western Wall Plaza under the theme "The Western Wall - the Light in All Our Hearts," featuring rabbis, public figures, families, and volunteers.

Menorah from Iconic 1931 Photograph Returns to Germany

"This light is a strong societal symbol against hatred," said German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Jerusalem Mayor Lights First Chanukah Candle at Western Wall

"The bravery of the Hasmoneans is of learners in a Beit Midrash who decided to fight for the privilege of living and returning the glory of Israel’s monarchy.”

Pre-Holocaust Menorah to be Featured at Turkish Consulate Hanukah Party in New York

How did a 19th century menorah from Prague end up being the star of a Hanukah party hosted by Turkey?

White House Unveils Chanukah Menorah as Part of Official Holiday Decorations for First Time

Chanukiot have previously been lit in the White House, but this is the first time one has been included as part of an official display.

Menorah Desecrations, Vandalism Mark Hanukkah Holiday in US and Abroad

The Combat Antisemitism Movement noted that in the past week, there were “67 new media reports of anti-Semitic incidents—a 36.9 percent increase over last week.”

US Embassy Urging Investigation of Chanukah Menorah Thrown into Ukraine River

If caught, the perpetrators will face from a fine to up to five years in prison.

Where Am I: Uplifting

You may not have seen this in a while.

One of Largest Ever Ancient Oil Lamp Workshops Discovered in Beit Shemesh

The oil lamps were produced 1700 years ago and were first discovered in a cistern 1934. Since the initial discovery the cistern was sealed off and its location remained a mystery.

Tips From United Hatzalah for a Happy and Safe Chanukah

"Every year on Chanukah United Hatzalah volunteers are dispatched to far too many incidents of fires and injuries."

Menorah Engraved on Tomb Façade May Date Back to Hasmonean Era

It has been suggested that the menorah may have been a motif related to the Temple and the priesthood that served in it during this time.

32 Ft, 4,000 Lbs Menorahs at Brooklyn, Manhattan, Plazas

Lighting the giant menorah requires the use of a 60-foot boom lift.

11 German Christians Return to Jerusalem Replica of Gold Menorah Stolen by Romans

On the 70th year of the founding of the state of Israel – we want to bring a precious replica of the stolen Menorah back to Jerusalem. Off by one year, but who's counting.

2000 Year Old Jewish Settlement Unearthed in Beer Sheva

The excavation discovered for the first time evidence of Jewish daily life in the ancient city.

This Year, Trump Invites All Jewish Lawmakers to Hanukkah Party

Last year the president celebrated only with Jewish members of Congress who were supportive of him.

Survey: More Israelis Light Hanukkah Candles, But More Americans Think It’s an Important Holiday

Most Israeli Jews partake in several Hanukkah activities, such as eating sufganiyot (doughnuts) and latkes (79%) and giving Hanukkah gelt (64%).

‘It Happened Only a Few Meters From Where I Stand,’ US Ambassador to Israel...

"I am very excited to stand here in this sacred place to light the second Hanukkah candle in the holy city of Jerusalem, the capital of the State of Israel."

The A&H Hot Dog Chanukiah

Get in the Hot Dog Chanukah spirit.

Historic ‘First’ as Canada Post Issues Hanukkah Stamp

Canada Post has indicated that if sales go well for this printing, production will be higher in coming years and new designs will be added.

Israel to Place Permanent ‘Arch of Titus’ Exhibit at UNESCO in Paris

Israel's envoy to UNESCO says the exhibit is a reminder that Jews were expelled by force from the Temple Mount.

Hikers Discover Engravings of Menorah and Cross in Judaean Lowlands Water Cistern

Engravings of a Seven-Branched Menorah and a Cross were Discovered by Hikers in an Ancient Water Cistern in the Judaean lowlands.

Netanyahu: ‘According to UN, Maccabees Did Not Liberate Jerusalem, They Occupied Palestinian Territory’

PM Netanyahu says with sarcasm that according to the United Nations, the Maccabees did not liberate Jerusalem, but rather "occupied Palestinian territory."

Jews Rally, Counter-Rally outside Hoenlein’s Group’s Hanukkah Party at Trump’s DC Hotel [video]

A pro-Trump protester yelled at Sharon Kleinbaum, clergywoman of LGBT Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, 'You would have been on the side of Antiochus rather than Judah the Maccabee.'

The Ancient Susiya Synagogue

The excavated synagogue in Susiya dates from the 4th to the 7th century CE and was in continuous use until the 9th century CE.

All Together Now… Maoz Tzur Yeshuati…

PM Netanyahu lit the Chanukiah at the Kotel on the first night of Chanukah.

Rivlin’s Chanukah Message to Jews: Be Strong as a Rock against Terror [video]

President Rivlin says in a video message: "It is no coincidence that the symbol of…Israel is the Menorah, the symbol of Jewish independence, which lights our path."

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