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‘High aspirations’: the school that embodies Labour’s hopes for special needs

A mainstream London school with a high number of children with EHCPs has effectively set up a mini special school within its walls

The Guardian - UK

Israel arrests 50 across occupied West Bank; Jenin displaced return briefly

Multiple Israeli raids have taken place in Nablus, Qalqilya, Tubas, Hebron, Jenin, Bethlehem and Ramallah.

Al Jazeera

Christian Palestinians mourn Pope Francis, an outspoken voice for peace in Gaza

In the last 18 months of his life, Pope Francis frequently called with the only Catholic church in Gaza to see how people huddled inside were coping with the devastating war.

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PHOTO ESSAY: Workshops empty, Bethlehem carvers fret over second Easter with no tourists

Bethlehem workshops where carvers toil over small pieces of olive wood sit empty these days.

The Independent UK

Church of Scotland issues statement on Gaza as Christmas cancelled in Bethlehem

THE Church of Scotland has issued a statement as the town of Bethlehem has cancelled Christmas celebrations for a second year amid Israel’s war on…

The National (Scotland)

Pope Kicks Off Christmas Under Shadow Of War

Christmas revellers around the world donned red and white Santa hats, offered meals to the homeless and lit candles on Wednesday, as Pope Francis launched observation of the global holiday with a sombre mass in the Vatican.

International Business Times

Bethlehem marks melancholic Christmas for second year in shadow of Gaza war

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

Al Jazeera

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Bethlehem Marks Somber Christmas Under Shadow Of War

Hundreds of people gathered at the Church of the Nativity in the holy city of Bethlehem on Tuesday to mark another solemn Christmas overshadowed by the war in Gaza.

International Business Times

Bethlehem is set to mark a second subdued Christmas during the war in Gaza

Bethlehem is preparing for another somber Christmas under the shadow of war in Gaza

The Independent UK

Bethlehem's Christmas Celebrations Diminished Amid War In Gaza

Bethlehem's Nativity Store and local economy struggle amidst conflict, impacting tourism and traditional crafts. Efforts to revive Christmas traditions off...

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Look out for the stars of Bethlehem … in south Wales

Rain isn’t the only thing that’s biblical in these parts … We explore a holy land of walks, pubs and crystal-clear night skies in Carmarthenshire

The Guardian - UK

Bethlehem plans another somber Christmas under the shadow of war in Gaza

The city of Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, will not have the usual trappings of the city's favorite holiday: no public Christmas tree, no raucous scouts march, no decorations and no twinkling lights, in deference to the ongoing war in Gaza

The Independent UK

In Wartime Bethlehem, Christmas Joy Hard To Find

On Bethlehem's Manger Square, Christmas decorations and pilgrims are notably absent for a second wartime festive season in the Israeli-occupied West Bank city.

International Business Times

Moravian Christmas Traditions Thrive In Historic Bethlehem

Discover Bethlehem, Pennsylvania's Moravian Christmas traditions, including putz, lovefeast, and historical significance.

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The Independent UK

Pennsylvania's Bethlehem: The city founded by Moravians on Christmas eve keeps its traditions alive

Moravian missionaries named the Pennsylvania city of Bethlehem after the biblical birthplace of Jesus on Christmas Eve in 1741

The Conversation

Was Jesus Palestinian?

Netflix’s upcoming biblical biopic, Mary, has been attacked on social media because the title character and her husband Joseph are being played by Israeli actors.

The Conversation

Latino voters are a growing force in Pennsylvania’s old industrial towns − and they could provide Harris or Trump with their margin of victory

After Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president in early September 2024, posting a message to her 284 million fans on Instagram, some Democratic strategists suggested that an endorsement from Puerto Rican recording artist Bad Bunny could do more to sway the election – particularly in the key swing state…

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Democratic VP Candidate Tim Walz Criticized For Ambiguous Statement

Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz's rally speech in Bethlehem sparks controversy over gun violence comments and ambiguous statements.

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Protesters Interrupt Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's Campaign Speech

Governor Tim Walz's campaign stop in Bethlehem, PA to engage Hispanic voters faced disruptions from protesters.

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Tim Walz Tours Automobile Museum In Allentown, Pennsylvania

Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz explores historic automobiles, shares concerns about Trump's agenda, and prepares for a rally in Bethlehem, PA.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish comedians to host gig to fundraise for Bethlehem theatre company

A GROUP of Glasgow comedians are taking part in a charity fundraiser in a bid to raise money for a theatre in Bethlehem...

Al Jazeera

Israel approves new illegal settlement on UNESCO site near Bethlehem

The Nahal Heletz settlement shrinks Palestinian land and poses ‘imminent threat’ to a World Heritage Site.

The Independent UK

Fadi Kattan’s Bethlehem cookbook: An ode to the healing power of food

It’s one of the most famous and stories cities in the world, but what do we know about its food? Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan wants to change that with his new cookbook, says Prudence Wade

The Guardian - UK

‘We are disappearing’: chef Fadi Kattan aims to keep Palestinian heritage alive through food

Palestinian restauranteur speaks from Bethlehem, where food stalls are sparse as farmlands are under attack

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‘Bethlehem’ is a new recipe book celebrating Palestinian food

‘Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food’ is a recipe book by Fadi Kattan that celebrates culinary tradition and explores untold stories

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