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Experience the poignant atmosphere as Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, holds a Christmas vigil amidst the backdrop of bombs raining on Gaza. A somber re...

Normally at this time of year, Bethlehem is full of thousands visiting one of Christianity’s most holy cities. But Bel Trew finds empty streets, shuttered shops and a central square without its famous Christmas tree. Church leaders say the situation in Gaza makes any form of celebration impossible – and…

The West Bank city loses Christmas tourism amid daily Israeli raids and the continuing assault on the Gaza Strip.

"I wish you a truly joyful Christmas and blessed new year."

THE Christmas crib is 800 years old. That’s right, the Nativity scene with ox, ass and manger wasn’t always a thing. It was the genius idea of St Francis of Assisi, who had returned from the Holy Land and thought to himself that the landscape around Greccio, near Assisi, was…

Miracle in Bethlehem, PA is the story of a woman whose unexpected detour turns out to be a blessing in disguise. Here's everything we know about it.

Cities and towns named Bethlehem around the country will be part of the 2024 battle for the White House and control of Congress.

Letters: Readers reflect on the meaning of the popular Christmas carol in the context of war in the Middle East

In the face of tragedy and war, Bethlehem forgoes the usual Christmas festivities, causing an economic blow to its tourism sector.