Thanksgiving

Reciting the Psalm of Thanks

The 100th Psalm is part of the morning service most days but is also said when thanking G-d for special salvation. What better time to say it?

The freed hostages read a psalm at the Kotel

Their being released alive and well should not be taken for granted, nor should their being able to come on their own to give thanks.

Gratitude And Thanksgiving during insane times

How Rachel Taught Her Child—and the World—the Secret to Happiness.

Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

Anti-Israel protestors disrupt parade, glue themselves to street

Protestors run into route of annual NYC parade to accuse Israel of genocide on Thanksgiving holiday.

Palestinian Arabs had a great Thanksgiving, Israel not so much

The Biden administration’s Israel policy is an unholy mess. Op-ed.

NBN hosts Olim at Thanksgiving dinners throughout Israel

Mayor of Haifa greeted the Olim in Haifa, and the dinner in Jerusalem was attended by 300 Lone Soldiers and National Service Volunteers.

Thanksgiving reaffirms the 400-year-old US-Israel nexus

William Bradford, leader of the "Mayflower", interacted with the Jewish community in England and saw his voyage as another Exodus. Op-ed.

Learning from the past: The importance of Thanksgiving to God

The meaning of the past, the lessons for the future: We must be grateful for every positive step on our way.

Biden wishes Americans a 'closer-to-normal' Thanksgiving

President and First Lady release video message wishing Americans a happy Thanksgiving.

Trump Thanksgiving message hints at 2024 presidential run

Trump used his Thursday Thanksgiving message to hint at a possible 2024 presidential run, assuring supporters “we will be great again.”

Nefesh B'Nefesh hosts Thanksgiving dinner for 250 lone soldiers

Additional events were held for hundreds of Olim in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa and Be’er Sheva, providing Olim with a taste of Thanksgiving.

Ambassador Herzog: Happy Thanksgiving!

Israel’s Ambassador to the US launches new Twitter account, wishes the American people a Happy Thanksgiving.

Remembering to be grateful

Never cease to praise and glorify God with the utmost enthusiasm.

'If Electoral College votes for Biden, I'll leave White House'

Trump says he will leave the White House if Electoral College votes for Joe Biden, even though it would be a mistake.

Being thankful

Amid all the craziness this year brought us, there is so much to be grateful for. Op-ed.

CNN: Thanksgiving 'potentially mother of all super spreaders'

CNN medical analyst Dr. Jonathan Reiner claimed that Thanksgiving gatherings are "potentially the mother of all super spreader events."

American Colleges are throwing hate at Thanksgiving Day

New ways of trashing Thanksgiving are popping up on college campuses across the country: Are liberals against saying thank you? Op-ed.

Watch: Biden delivers Thanksgiving address

Watch as Joe Biden delivers a Thanksgiving message to Americans

A song of gratitude

It is time for a song of thanks in gratitude for the events of last week. Op-ed.

Is Trump's daughter-in-law considering 2022 Senate run?

Pres. Trump's daughter-in-law Lara Trump tells Fox News she may run for office in her native state, discusses family Thanksgiving plans.

Tucker: Bill de Blasio ruins Thanksgiving

De Blasio announced that the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade won't really be a parade this year.

The Jewish roots of American Thanksgiving

The Bible dictates thanks.

Not only in the States:

Children's Home in Netanya celebrates Thanksgiving

Dozens of children at risk enjoy traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the Emunah Bet Elazraki Children's Home in Netanya.

WATCH: Trump makes surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan

On a surprise visit to Afghanistan, President Donald Trump thanked US and Afghan troops for the work they are doing.

Trump vows not to change name of Thanksgiving

Liberal radio host Ethan Bearman and TownHall.com editor Katie Pavlich on the war on Thanksgiving.

Watch: Thanksgiving - as explained by Israelis

Pilgrims came to America because of...the gold rush? Israelis explain the meaning, history, and traditions of Thanksgiving.

Watch: Happy Thanksgiving from PM Netanyahu

Prime Minister Netanyahu wishes Americans a Happy Thanksgiving. "We count our blessing of having this extraordinary friendship with the US."

History happening now:

Israeli President offers 'Shehecheyanu' thanksgiving prayer

'For three-thousand years we prayed for Jerusalem, and since establishment of State 70 years ago, Jerusalem has been the capital of Israel.'

Nefesh B'Nefesh holds Thanksgiving event at Jerusalem's shuk

Jerusalem Olim come together to network, eat turkey and drink beer in honor of US holiday.

Watch: Trump calls for unity on Thanksgiving

President-elect asks everyone to join together under the shared resolve to make America great again.

Israel and the American-Indian question

As State Department condemns Jewish "settlements", embittered American Indians see Thanksgiving as glorifying American "settlements."

Obama's Thanksgiving ruined by White House lockdown

As president celebrates Thanksgiving holiday, a person jumps over newly upgraded fence, causing Secret Service to scramble.

Obama: There's no credible and immediate terror threat

President Obama tries to reassure Americans preparing for Thanksgiving that there is no credible and immediate terror threat.

Watch: Immigrants Celebrate Thanksgiving in Israel

What does Thanksgiving mean to an expat? Celebrants say traditional American holiday has become universal.

IDF Lone Soldiers from America Celebrate Thanksgiving

Soldiers serving while living apart from their families are 'IDF's unconventional secret weapon,' as MK Lipman joins in on the festivities.

Happy 'Thanksgivukkah'! Immigrants Celebrate in Tel Aviv

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

Obama Sends Hanukkah Greeting to the Jewish People

U.S. President wishes for future that is "bright and full of hope" in annual Hanukkah greeting.

US Government Appeals to Iran to Release Captive Americans

Men believed to be held by the Islamic Republic include Robert Levinson, who is the longest-held American hostage in US history.

Special Significance to Thanksgiving for Sandy Survivors

This year, the American holiday of Thanksgiving has special significance for some survivors of Hurricane Sandy.

Jewish,Catholic Charities Unite to Distribute Thanksgiving Meals

The UJA-Federation of New York teamed up with Catholic Charities this year to distribute food to the needy in time for Thanksgiving.

NYC to Demolish Hundreds of Storm-Struck Homes

New York City workers are set to demolish at least 200 homes that were damaged beyond repair during Frankenstorm Hurricane Sandy last month.

IDF Talks Turkey with US Soldiers for Thanksgiving

The IDF and the American Jewish Committee thank “lone American soldiers” on Thanksgiving with a holiday turkey meal.