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  My favorite Jewish Christmas tradition: do a mitzvah for children in need

  My family believes in showing up for our neighbors — and there's no better time to live that value than Christmas

  By Tamar Manasseh

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  Christmukkah is old news. This year, try merging Hanukkah with an ancient Persian holiday

  Two L.A. Jews blended Hanukkah customs with those belonging to Yalda — to tremendous results

  By Rob Eshman Dec 23, 2024 | 4 min read
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  Netanyahu throws cold water on hostage deal prospects, and reminds us what a curse he is for Israel

  Here are the two sad reasons Netanyahu wants a forever war

  By Dan Perry Dec 23, 2024 | 5 min read

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