Santa Claus

Santa Claus-related relics sold on eBay return to Italy

The objects were intercepted in February and June of 2020 after a Canadian purchased them through eBay.

The Pontifical Basilica of Saint Nicholas. Apulia Puglia, Bari, Italy.
 An illustrative image depicting Santa Claus flying in his sleigh with his reindeer above the Middle East and North Africa region of a globe-shaped ornament.

War on Christmas: Pro-Kremlin channels release video of Santa shot down by Russian air defense

 An illustrative image of an asteroid passing Earth.

Ho ho ho: Asteroid the size of nine reindeer to pass by Earth on Christmas - NASA

 Fireworks are set off as Palestinians light a Christmas tree at Manger Square outside the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, December 3, 2022.

Jesus' birthplace removes all Christmas decorations in honor of Hamas 'martyrs’


Young girl asks police for DNA test to prove Santa is real -report

The girl sent parts of a cookie and a carrot to the police that she said were eaten by Santa for the DNA test.

A man dressed as Santa Claus gestures in front of a Christmas tree

Christmas in Jerusalem: The Christian history in Israel's capital

Though a minority in a city with a majority of Jews and Muslims, Christians have a long history in Israel’s capital.

 A CHRISTMAS tree provides festive cheer at the New Gate, Jerusalem’s Old City.

Santa Claus undaunted by arctic blast, US military says

The Santa tracker tradition originated from a 1955 misprint in a Colorado Springs newspaper of the telephone number of a department store for children to call and speak with Santa.

 Issa Kassissieh wears a Santa Claus costume as he rides a camel during Christmas season on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. The Dome of the Rock is seen in the background. December 6, 2022.

Jerusalem Santa sends Christmas greetings from hot air balloon over city

Jerusalem's local Santa Claus, Issa Kassissieh, does this annually at places across Israel.

Jerusalem Santa Claus Issa Kassissieh flies above Jerusalem in a hot air balloon ahead of Christmas.

In the Christmas spirit: Can you find the 7 hidden items?

There are seven hidden items in this picture of dozens of Santa Claus figures. Many TikTok users were left puzzled. Can you find them?

 A Palestinian dressed as Santa Claus gestures during a celebration in Bethlehem, in the West Bank, December 4, 2022.

Hanukkah, Christmas in Jerusalem: Fun family activities for the holidays

This year, Hanukkah and Christmas overlap, so we are looking forward to welcoming visitors of all faiths to celebrate the two holidays.

 HANUKKAH AT the Tower of David.

Christmas in Israel: A tour in Israel's largest Christian community

This week we will describe interesting Christian events and sites all over the city of Nazareth, which is home to Israel’s largest Christian community. 

 BIG FASHION shopping mall makes merry.

Santa Claus is dead - and originally buried in Turkey. Now we know where

Santa Claus as we know him isn't real - sorry, kids! - but he was based on a real person, St. Nicholas. And archaeologists may have just found his original grave in Turkey.

 Issa Kassissieh, dressed as Santa Claus, rides a camel in Jerusalem's Old City, on December 23, 2021.

Santa Claus gift delivery mission saved by Jerusalem camel

"Sometimes, life is a steep climb, but the key is to get over the humps."

 Issa Kassissieh, dressed as Santa Claus, rides a camel in Jerusalem's Old City, on December 23, 2021.

Santa sends Christmas greetings from the Golan Heights

The official 'Ambassador of the Holy Land Santa' filmed his annual Christmas greetings video in the Golan Heights.

 Santa Claus stands in the Kursi National Park with a Christmas tree and children for his annual Christmas greetings message.

Tourism Ministry spreads a little Christmas cheer with Santa Claus

Santa Claus was spotted riding a paddle board on Sunday to a spot in the Dead Sea a short way from the shore where the salt had accumulated.

Santa Claus striking a pose for the cameras after sticking a Christmas tree on a salt formation in the Dead Sea yesterday