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3 months ago

This bakery makes delicious jelly donuts to celebrate Hanukkah

‘Breads Bakery’ in New York City keeps the tradition of commemorating fried food for Hanukkah by making their creative assortment of jelly donuts for the holiday.
3 months ago
‘Breads Bakery’ in New York City keeps the tradition of commemorating fried food for Hanukkah by making their creative assortment of jelly donuts for the holiday.
3 months ago

Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz shares words of wisdom ahead of Hanukkah

Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz shares his words of wisdom ahead of the Hanukkah holiday.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz shares words of wisdom ahead of Hanukkah
3 months ago

Biden speaks of Oct. 7 and commitment to getting hostages home at Hanukkah reception

During his last Hanukkah reception as president, Biden spoke of the Oct. 7 attack on Isreal and his commitment to get hostages home.
3 months ago
President Joe Biden speaks during a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Dec. 16, 2024.
1 year ago

Dad encourages Jewish allies to display menorah amid rise in antisemitism

Adam Kulbersh's 6-year-old wanted to decorate for Hanukkah, but the rise in antisemitism gave him pause. Then, a friend offered to put a menorah in their window, and Project Menorah was born.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Dad encourages Jewish allies to display menorah amid rise in antisemitism
1 year ago

Gunman shoots outside synagogue as Hanukah begins

The alleged gunman is under arrest, and responding officers said the gunman said “Free Palestine.”
1 year ago
VIDEO: Gunman shoots outside synagogue as Hanukah begins
1 year ago

Faith Friday: Rabbi Rachel Ain discusses Hannukah

Rabbi Rachel Ain shares her message of faith as we mark the second night of Hannukah.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Faith Friday: Rabbi Rachel Ain discusses Hannukah
1 year ago

Hanukkah has new meaning for some amid antisemitic attacks nationwide

Hanukkah has taken on a new meaning this year for many in the Jewish community after Israel was attacked by terrorist group Hamas on Oct. 7.
1 year ago
In an undated stock photo, a couple is seen lighting a menorah.
1 year ago

How to make latkes at home for Hanukkah

We love digital creator Melinda Strauss’s family recipe a-latke!
1 year ago
VIDEO: How to make latkes at home for Hanukkah
2 years ago

Gift wrapping hacks for the holidays

Learn some great tips to make wrapping gifts fun and easy.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Gift wrapping hacks for the holidays
3 years ago

Pink lights menorah as she celebrates Hanukkah with her kids

The pop star shares daughter Willow and son Jameson with husband Carey Hart.
3 years ago
In this May 23, 2021, file photo, Jameson Moon Hart, Pink, and Willow Sage Hart pose backstage for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards in Los Angeles.
3 years ago

Hanukkah: The basics

The Jewish holiday commemorates the Maccabean revolution against the Seleucids.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Hanukkah: The Basics
4 years ago

Hanukkah parade passes hospital to thank health care heroes

Medical staff at an Oklahoma City hospital received quite a surprise when a parade passed by to honor the health professionals.
4 years ago
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7 years ago

Landmarks across the globe lit blue and white for Hanukkah's first night

From New York City to Tel Aviv, buildings and bridges were lit up.
7 years ago
New York City's Empire State Building lit up blue and white for Hanukkah on December 12, 2017.
8 years ago

President Obama: Hanukkah 'Has Inspired an American Tradition of Religious Freedom'

The president hosted more than 1,000 people during 2 Hanukkah receptions.
8 years ago
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama during a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House, December 14, 2016, Washington, DC.
8 years ago

President Barack Obama says Hanukkah is a reminder that freedom is the most meaningful of all the blessings enjoyed in the U.S.