Hanukkah

Watch: New olim test Israeli Sufganiyot

Just in time for Hannukah: NBN releases 'Buzzfeed' style video showing new immigrants tasting Israel's best doughnuts.

Finally! A Hanukkah parody of Adele's 'Hello'

'Shalom, it's me'; watch what happens when Adele and a beloved Jewish holiday meet in song.

Ancient Shiloh olive press found in time for Hanukkah

1,300-year-old press found in Israel's first capital will be open to families on Hanukkah to press oil and renew the tradition.

The Maccabeats are back with a 'Latke Recipe'

They're baaaaack...! Just in time for Hanukkah.

'Hanukkah gelt' - a chance to teach kids fiscal responsibility

'Often families give money to their children for Hanukkah, and neither the children nor the parents know how they should use it.'

Kotel rabbi opposes women Hanukkah lighting

After deputy state attorney calls to integrate women in state lighting ceremony, rabbi asks why special section not being used.

How to have a healthy as well as happy Hannukah

Susie Fishbein discusses some cooking tips and tricks to keep everyone happy while eating healthy on the holiday.

Lehava protests Jerusalem Christmas fair

Anti-assimilation activists denounce YMCA fair as attempt to steal Jewish souls.

Hanukkah lightings to be held at sites of terror attacks

Israeli public invited to light hanukkah candles in 'every place a Palestinian terrorist tried to extinguish the light of Israel.'

5 meaningful reasons for giving gifts on Hanukkah

Surprisingly, Hanukkah is not a “traditional” gift-giving holiday. However, there’s no reason to avoid giving gifts.

Is This the Real Tomb of the Maccabees?

The Israel Antiquities Authority set out on a mission to solve a 150-year old riddle - and a treasure far more ancient.

Mamilla Mall: Chanukah is Finally Over

Giant Menorah that starred in week-long gala festivities has been dismantled; Chabad organizers begin to recuperate.

Old City Jerusalem Initiative: Colorful Menorahs Adorn Roads

Families in Jerusalem's ancient Old City take part in competition, placing creative Menorahs in 'strategic' locations.

Rivlin Ends Hanukkah With IDF: We're Safe Thanks to You

President and IDF Chief of Staff Gantz hold Hanukkah candle lighting with soldiers in Judea, appraise the difficulties in the region.

At Hanukkah Reception, UK PM Vows to Protect British Jews

Against surging anti-Semitism in Europe, David Cameron vows to preserve shekhita, fight anti-Semitism at Downing Street Hanukkah event.

In Pictures: Hundreds Witness 'Hanukkah Miracle' in Jerusalem

Hundreds gathered in Jerusalem to witness history as Menorah lit using pure olive oil to Temple standards for first time in 2,000 years.

Watch: United Hatzalah's Ambucycle Chanukiah

Special hannukaiah lights up Schneider's Children's Hospital in whimsical, emotional ceremony.

IAA Finds Glass Bracelet from Roman Period with Menorah

Glass bracelet found in what researchers believe was an ancient garbage pit; Menorah on bracelet just in time for Hannukah.

Rivlin Lights Hannukah Candles with Holocaust Survivors

President Reuven Rivlin says there is 'no greater responsibility' than ensuring survivors' welfare in candle-lighting ceremony.

Sharansky: New Immigrants Have Closed a 2,000 Year Cycle

New immigrants light tonight's candles with Prime Minister Netanyahu and his wife, as well as Jewish Agency chairman Natan Sharansky.

Emotional Hanukkah Lighting Honors Lone Soldiers

Chayal el Chayal, a home away from home for lone soldiers, hosted a candle lighting ceremony at Mamilla Mall Saturday night.

Chabad Retreat Helps 260 Orphans and Widows over Hanukkah

Colel Chabad initiative provides entertainment, therapy and much more for 75 families struggling with their loss over the holidays.

Rededicating the Tomb

1,500 Jews Find Vandalism at Joseph's Tomb for Hanukkah

IDF and Jewish worshipers light Hanukkah candles at severely vandalized holy site, bringing light to darkness for the holiday.

Netanyahu: Israel is Fighting a War on Two Fronts

At a Hanukkah candle lighting ceremony, Prime Minister Netanyahu told soldiers that Israel faces enemies both on the battlefield and off.

Rivlin: I Learned Zionism from Gush Katif Evictees

President Reuven Rivlin joined residents of Nitzan, thrown out of their homes in the disengagement for Chanukah lighting.

New Dreidel Record Set in Tel Aviv

Over 1,000 people gathered Sunday in Tel Aviv to set a new world's record for “dreidel-spinning”

Chabad Menorah Honors Sydney Terror Victims

Chabad cancelled its annual candle lighting event following Syndey terror attack, decided instead to erect Menorah as tribute to victims.

Hanukkah with Russian-Speaking Holocaust Survivors

In Operation Light Up! young immigrant volunteers light candles with 150 Russian-speaking Holocaust survivors and veterans.

NY Contest Features Pork Latkes on Hanukkah

Irony is lost as holiday celebrating revolt against outlawing of Judaism and force-feeding of pork is marked with ham pancakes.

Watch: Women Gather on Hanukkah to Remember Terror Victims

2,000 women gather to hear mothers and wives of victims in recent horrific attacks speak; 'we must change the world.'

Garin Torani Members Spread 'Hanukkah Joy' in Lod

The Torani community seeks to provide encouragement to local Jews who have long complained of abuse by local Arabs.

Photos: YU Students Create Hanukkiyah in Midtown Manhattan

Students on Yeshiva University’s Beren Campus lit windows in their dorm building, creating a towering hanukkiyah.

Gross: This is the Best Hanukkah in a Long Time

Alan Gross, who was released after five years in a Cuban jail, says "it's good to be home" upon arriving in Washington.

Mobile Hanukkiyot Bring the Holiday to All of Israel

Chabad 'mitzvah tanks' to bring holiday cheer nationwide for Hanukkah, ending in Jerusalem.

Special Candlelighting Ceremony Held for Dalia Lemkos

35-inch high hannukiah from medical parts donated from Yad Sarah, lit in Dalia's memory in moving ceremony.

8,000-Year-Old Olive Oil Discovered in Galilee

Researchers find oldest evidence of olive oil usage in Israel and likely in entire Middle East at Lower Galilee excavation.

Hallel on Chanukah: Praising God No Matter What

In Time for Hanukkah: 'A New Light'

New single by Mati Shriki pays a fitting tribute to the festival of light.

Biden: Jewish Heritage is American Heritage

United States Vice President takes part in a Hanukkah candle-lighting ceremony on the White House lawn.

Erdogan Wishes Turkish Jews a Happy Hanukkah

Turkish president sends Hanukkah greetings to the Jewish community, says Jewish citizens are “the fundamental elements of Turkey.”

Obama: May Hanukkah Embolden Us to Do What is Right

President Obama wishes Jews a Happy Hanukkah and adds: "Even when the future is uncertain, our best days are yet to come."

Netanyahu: PA Hails Terrorist Killers, Accuses IDF of War Crimes

At Hanukkah lighting ceremony with elite IDF soldiers, PM warns they face 'darkness' of extremist Islam 'which is striking all around us.'

The real deal?

Next Week: A Modern-Day Hanukkah Miracle

Next week history will be made as experts reveal - and light - a batch of pure olive oil precisely as it was used in the Temple.

Parents of Slain Journalist to Light Menorah in Miami

The parents of Steven Sotloff, who was beheaded by ISIS terrorists, will light a menorah in his honor at Chabad Center in Miami.

Top 10 Picks for Jewish Hanukkah Gifts in 2014

Looking for some inspiration for the perfect Hanukkah gift? Look no further!

The Hanukkah Menorah: Past and Present

How the Menorah became a Jewish icon.

Rabbi: I Did Not Prevent Women From Lighting Hanukkah Candles

Channel 10 report earlier in December claimed Ben-Gurion University rabbi prevented women from lighting. Rabbi: claims are false.

Obama Meets U.S. Jews, Defends Iran Deal

U.S. President defends his diplomacy with Iran before an audience of Israeli diplomats and senior members of the U.S. Jewish community.

World's Tallest Hanukkiah Lit in Tel Aviv

Tallest hanukkiah in honor of last night of holiday sponsored by Electric Company; 'symbolizes the power of the State of Israel'.

7th Candle of Hanukkah Lit in 7 World Capitals

Immigration and Absorption Ministry with Jewish Agency holds lighting ceremonies in 7 capitals, main event in Jerusalem.

World's Tiniest Menorah Built By Hebrew U Lab

Brojde Lab, home of Israel's only Nanoscribe system, demonstrates revolutionary new technology by building world's tiniest hanukkiah.

Reform Center: Let Women Light Candles in BGU

Reform Center for Religion and State, female students, say men-only candle lighting at official ceremony is discriminatory.

Joseph's Tomb: 6th Hanukkah Candle Lit

More that 2,000 people prayed all night at the Tomb, many with tears in their eyes.

Time to Take Back Hanukkah

Temple Mount Closes After Jewish Visitors Sing Hanukkah Songs

Despite it being the site of the Hanukkah miracle - the defeat of Zionists over Greek invaders - police shut down Temple Mount for Jews.

Hanukkah Miracle: Wounded Soldier Home for Shabbat

Soldier blinded in Gaza attack spends Hannukah with family after recovering some sight.

Hanukkah single: Benny Friedman - Light One Candle

Jewish music artist Benny Friedman offers free "Hanukkah gift" to audience - an uplifting song of Jewish inspiration and light.

Largest European Menorah Lit in Berlin's Victory Gate

Lighting at Brandenburg Gate in the center of Berlin attended by German Parliament President, 'proves there's Jewish life in Germany.'

Wounded Soldier Honored at Lighting Ceremony for Jewish Unity

Chabad Terror Victim's Project honors wounded IDF soldier who volunteers at hospitals; part of Hanukkah campaign for Jewish unity.

Happy 'Thanksgivukkah'! Immigrants Celebrate in Tel Aviv

White City Shabbat & Nefesh B'Nefesh hold holiday combination event for lone soldiers and olim.