Ancient Bethlehem lies in the West Bank, in an area where the Israeli government bans its citizens from entering. To visit, you cross a checkpoint manned by Israel Defense Force soldiers pointing ...

Astronomy and the star of Bethlehem The modern word "astronomy" derives from the Greek word for star, astron. Ancient astronomers meticulously tracked the movements of stars. The Babylonians had ...

Orthodox Christians have gathered in Bethlehem this week, the city recognised as the birthplace of Jesus, to mark Christmas.

Bethlehem’s Manger Square in front of the ... there are no plans to put up the traditional lighted Christmas Tree in the ancient settlement that is revered by Christians as the birthplace ...

But have you heard of Bethlehem, Connecticut? It’s a favorite destination because of its Christmas connection. With approximately 3,400 residents, modest in size like its ancient namesake once ...