Christmas

Saudi doctor given life sentence for deadly car rampage on German Christmas market

A German court handed down a life sentence in a Christmas market attack that shocked the country and fueled debate over immigration ahead of national elections.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Prime Minister of Saxony-Anhalt Reiner Haseloff and German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser visit the site where a car drove into a crowd of a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany December 21, 2024.
A PERSON stands amid a destroyed building after US forces had launched a strike against Islamic State militants in Nigeria at the request of Nigeria's government, as US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on December 25, in Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria, December 26, 2025.

Four Tomahawk missiles fired at Nigeria by US on Christmas failed to explode

People attend a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the New Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City, on December 14, 2025.

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Turkish gendarmerie special forces team leaves the site where Turkish security forces launched an operation on a house believed to contain suspected Islamic State terrorists, in Yalova province, Turkey, December 29, 2025

Turkey detains 357 Islamic State suspects nationwide after three police officers killed


German authorities arrest Iraqi man suspected of planning ramming attack on Christmas market

The individual had allegedly shared videos promoting and praising Islamic State on his social media.

 Christmas Market, Munich

£25,000 worth of Christmas pies nabbed from Michelin-starred chef in van heist

It remains unclear whether the 2,500 pies, including steak and ale, turkey and cranberry, and butternut squash varieties, were still inside the van when it was recovered.

 How many pies fit in one van?

December in Europe: Israelis to enjoy soccer and Christmas

Despite the security situation, thousands of Israelis are expected to travel in December for soccer games, performances, and Christmas discounts, with rising demand for combined packages.

 Fans in Germany

‘Grinch’ pro-Palestinian protesters force cancelation of Melbourne Christmas tradition 

The protest entitled ‘Crash the Christmas Windows’ was planned by anti-war activist Amy Settal, according to the Guardian. 

 The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is lighted in Washington, December 3, 2013.

Europe's top Christmas markets: Winter magic guide

European Christmas markets offer a magical winter with lights, scents, and traditional foods. From Vienna to Amsterdam, explore top destinations and tips for a perfect holiday.

 Christmas Market

Amazing destinations in Europe for the Christmas period

Many Israelis like to fly at the end of November to the end of December abroad and especially to Europe to experience the magic of Christmas.

 Christmas in Europe

Keep the change you filthy animal: 'Home Alone' house hits market for $5.25m.

The infamous Home Alone house at 671 Lincoln Ave. in Winnetka, Illinois, a nostalgic piece of classic Christmas history, has hit the market for the first time in more than a decade.

 The house from the hit movie 'Home Alone' is seen in Illinois.

Luxury fragrance brand Jo Malone London launches a holiday edition

Luxury fragrance and lifestyle brand Jo Malone London launches a Christmas collection with a limited edition of enchanting scents and magical products, like Christmas lights.


Krakow - So much more than "just" a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 73

 Krakow's famous market square

Orthodox Christians in Israel mark holiday as war in Gaza rages on

Armenian Christians celebrate the holiday on January 6. However, Armenians in Jerusalem will celebrate Christmas from January 18-19.

 The service of the Royal Hours of Christmas at the Patriarchate of Jerusalem on Friday, January 5, 2024.