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The martyrdom of a Chanukah heroine

The tradition of honouring those who make the ultimate sacrifice begins with an apocryphal story linked to the festival

By Rabbi Zahavit Shalev

3 min read

ainting by Jean-Baptiste Vignali, The Martyrdom of the Maccabees (1781),

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Labour Party leader Keir Starmer delivers his speech on October 31, 2023 in London, England. The Labour party leader has been under pressure to articulate a policy on the Israel-Hamas war to resolve tensions within his party. Some prominent Labour politicians have vocally supported a ceasefire, while others, including Starmer, have only called for a "humanitarian pause." (Photo by Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)

Moments with loved ones should be deeply cherished at Chanukah, says Keir Starmer

1 min read

Jewish Museum enters new partnership with JW3

Jewish Museum enters new partnership with JW3

By Simon Rocker

1 min read

Low key Image of jewish holiday Hanukkah background with menorah (traditional candelabra) and burning candles

Norwich Council agrees to menorah display for just one night over vandalism concerns

By Olivia Gittel

1 min read

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The man who made the menorah

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Rishi Sunak pledges to stand with British Jews during Chanukah

Rishi Sunak pledges to stand with British Jews during Chanukah

By Richard Percival

1 min read

Is this $95 latke the most expensive Chanukah treat in the world?

Is this $95 latke the most expensive Chanukah treat in the world?

By Eliana Jordan

1 min read

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US festival sparks anger after axing menorah lighting to mark Chanukah due to Israel-Hamas war

Local Jewish community groups criticised the Second Sundays Art and Music Festival in Williamsburg, Virginia

By Richard Percival

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December 4, 2023 11:32

National Economic Council Director Gary Cohn speaks during the National Chanukah Menorah lighting on the Ellipse December 12, 2017 in Washington, DC. / AFP PHOTO / Brendan Smialowski (Photo credit should read BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

London council U-turns on decision to not put up annual Chanukah menorah installation

The decision follows a meeting on Friday morning between Havering Council and community leaders

By Richard Percival

2 min read

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December 1, 2023 14:39

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 22: The first candle on the Menorah is lit during the Chanukah in the Square event a at Trafalgar Square on December 22, 2019 in London, England. The London Mayor hosted the annual event in Trafalgar Square to mark the beginning of Hanukkah, which is also known as Chanukah or the Festival of Lights. The Jewish festival is observed over a period of eight days and commemorates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem in 165 BC. (Photo by Peter Summers/Getty Images)

North London mum bringing light of Chanukah to Israel’s kids

Mother hopes members of the community will donate 700 gift bags for Israeli children affected by October 7 attacks

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November 16, 2023 12:55

North London mum bringing light of Chanukah to Israel’s kids

Trump says he's sending back Chanukah lamps to Israel

The Israeli Antiquities Authority has been trying reclaim the 'national treasures' since Covid

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July 21, 2023 08:30

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 6: (AFP-OUT) President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and his wife Karen Pence attend a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House on December 6, 2018 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Oliver Contreras-Pool/Getty Images)

Jewish pantomime to bring 'much-needed light' to JW3 audiences this Chanukah

Red Riding Hood and her bubbe are set to battle a 'big bad pig'

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June 23, 2023 10:55

Jewish pantomime to bring 'much-needed light' to JW3 audiences this Chanukah

The forbidden food the Maccabees resisted

There is one food linked to the Chanukah story we are definitely not permitted to enjoy: pork

By Simon Rocker

3 min read

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December 23, 2022 10:10

The forbidden food the Maccabees resisted

Recipe

Gluten-free seaside doughnuts for Chanukah

Light and lovely - the perfect festive treat

By Becky Excell

December 22, 2022 16:30

Cook time: 20 minutes

Gluten-free seaside doughnuts for Chanukah

Melanie Phillips

By Melanie Phillips

Why Ben Gvir and Smotrich are modern-day Maccabees

The Maccabees were not apostles of peace and love, but violent religious zealots

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December 22, 2022 13:28

Israeli right wing Knesset member Itamar ben Gvir (L) and Bezalel Smotrich (R) are pictured during the swearing in ceremony of the new Israeli government at the Knesset (Israeli parliament) in Jerusalem, on November 15, 2022. - Israel swore in a new parliament today hours after a deadly attack, as veteran hawk Benjamin Netanyahu advances talks on forming what could be the country's most right-wing government ever. (Photo by Maya Alleruzzo / POOL / AFP) (Photo by MAYA ALLERUZZO/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Shoah survivors: Help kindle our hopes this Chanukah

As a Jewish Care’s Holocaust Survivors Centre holds a Chanukah appeal, survivors remember how their celebrations were brought to a halt by the Nazis - and their joy when they were able to resume

By Daniel Ben-David

3 min read

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December 22, 2022 13:18

Shoah survivors: Help kindle our hopes this Chanukah

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