one of these stationary points occurred when Jupiter was directly overhead in Bethlehem for several nights, aligning with biblical accounts,” said Kim. The “Christmas Star” may have been a ...

Christmas lights in shopping centers and towns often include stars. Christmas cards frequently show a star directly above a thatched stable in Bethlehem — often unrealistically close ...

This year, bright planets Jupiter and Saturn will align perfectly on Dec. 21 to create what is commonly called the Christmas Star or the “Star of Bethlehem.” According to NASA, Jupiter and ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. What’s the bright star in the east — and west? This week, three ...

including the "Star over Bethlehem". This show traces the history and development of many of the world's most endearing holiday customs, all of which involve lighting up the winter season — from the ...

I still get excited at Christmas time. I enjoy decorating the tree, shopping for presents, and listening to Christmas music. One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is seeing so many ...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP ... keeps thousands of handmade candles wrapped in red ribbons that they light during Christmas services. “To me, this is Christmas — looking at these candles ...