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The Latest Breaking News from Hanukkah

John Swinney sends ‘sympathy and solidarity’ to victims of Bondi terror attack

The attack killed at least 12 people at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, according to New South Wales Police.

The Independent UK

At least 12 dead in antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach – police

The attack in Sydney has been declared a terrorist incident targeting a Hanukkah celebration on the first day of the Jewish festival of light.

Evening Standard

At least 12 people dead in antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach – police

The attack in Sydney has been declared a terrorist incident targeting a Hanukkah celebration on the first day of the Jewish festival of light.

The Independent UK

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Bondi Beach shooters kill 15 in antisemitic attack on Hanukkah event

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese denounced "evil antisemitism" after gunmen at Sydney's Bondi Beach killed at least 15 people during Hanukkah celebrations. Police investigations continue as authorities say the Jewish community was the intended target.

Euronews

London-born rabbi among 15 killed by father-son gunmen at Bondi Beach

Officers rushed to the scene on Sunday evening after at least a dozen shots rang out across the popular tourist spot

Evening Standard

Bondi Beach shooting latest: State premier defends police response to attack; Isis flags found in gunmen’s car

Ten-year-old girl was among those killed in attack at Hanukkah celebration

The Independent UK

New footage shows six Israeli hostages celebrating Jewish holiday, months before they were killed

New footage shows six Israeli hostages celebrating Hanukkah while held captive in a Gaza tunnel months before they were killed

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What is Hanukkah and how is the Jewish holiday celebrated?

This year, celebrations commence at sundown on Sunday, December 14, concluding on December 22

The Independent UK

Hanukkah celebrates both an ancient military victory and a miracle of light – modern Jews can pick from either tradition

Friends and family will come together to celebrate, share gifts and eat traditional foods as the eight-day Jewish festival of Hanukkah begins on Dec. 14, 2025.

The Conversation

Archaeologists uncover intact section of ancient Jerusalem wall from Hanukkah era

Archaeologists have uncovered the longest remains of an ancient wall that once encircled Jerusalem during the time of Hanukkah

The Independent UK

Anthropologie Has Mastered Quietly Luxe Hanukkah Decor –and Nearly Everything Is on Sale Now

It's not too late to get your Hanukkah decorations – Anthropologie has just discounted its stunning collection

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5 Hanukkah Essentials You Can Score at Target for Less

Celebrate Hanukkah for less. Discover five affordable Target finds for a festive and budget-friendly holiday.

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JD Vance’s Hanukkah invitation says ‘Celebrating 50 years of Christmas’ in embarrassing blunder

It’s not the first time the White House has included references to Christmas while celebrating Hanukkah

The Independent UK

Israeli Hostages Held In Gaza For Second Hanukkah

Israeli families of hostages in Gaza observe Hanukkah with silent protest and prayers, seeking the safe return of their loved ones amidst ongoing negotiati...

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Hanukkah And Christmas Interfaith Engagement: A Celebration Of Togetherness

Hanukkah and Christmas overlapping fosters interfaith collaboration, unity, and celebration of religious freedom.

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The Independent UK

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day

Hanukkah, Judaism’s eight-day Festival of Lights, begins this year on Christmas Day

The Independent UK

What to know about Hanukkah and how it's celebrated around the world

Hanukkah — also spelled Chanukah or other transliterations from Hebrew — is Judaism’s “festival of lights.”

The Conversation

At Hanukkah, a celebration of eternal light − from the desert tabernacle to synagogues today

My earliest religious memory is of our synagogue’s Ner Tamid: the decorative electric lamp that hangs in every sanctuary, above the ark holding the Torah scrolls.

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Joey King wears matching holiday make-up

Actress Joey King has revealed she creates special make-up looks to match the holidays - and likes wears to wear blue eyeliner for her family's Hanukkah dinner.

Evening Standard

When is Hanukkah in 2024 and how is it celebrated? The Jewish festival's important dates

The eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights is fast approaching

The Conversation

How a French rabbi helped build a thriving Jewish community in medieval York – before a shocking massacre

On the last night of Hanukkah 2023, a service was held in York on the site of the 12th-13th century Jewbury cemetery. The event was led by Rabbi Elisheva Salamo, the first rabbi to live in York for over 700 years.

Space

International Space Station astronauts hang stockings and light a menorah for the holidays (images, video)

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station celebrated Christmas and Hannukah this festive season with the hanging of stockings and "lighting" a felt menorah.

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