We string our lights, trim our trees, talk about the holiday, hear recorded songs mentioning the birth of Jesus... But how ...

BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — Bethlehem marked another somber Christmas Eve on Tuesday in the traditional ... (AP Photo/Leo ...

The excitement and cheer that typically descends on town in the occupied West Bank on Christmas are nowhere to be found.

Bethlehem is marking another somber Christmas Eve under the shadow of war in Gaza. Manger Square lacked its usual festive ...

Local residents share stories of faith and resilience as the city’s economic and social struggles grow amid the ongoing war.

Hundreds gathered at the Church of Nativity in Bethlehem in the West Bank as the leader of the Catholic Church in the Holy ...

When I checked into the historic Beaux Arts Hotel Bethlehem, I found Santa and Mrs. Claus greeting guests at their famous ...

Bethlehem embodies the spirit of solidarity, emphasizing unity, compassion and kindness. hristmas commemorates the birth of ...

joining Santa for a sleigh ride Christmas — from the Christian celebration to the secular commercial holiday — is omnipresent in Bethlehem. On a recent day, Santa Claus checked on a red sleigh ...

Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message has urged “all people of all nations” to find courage during this Holy Year ...