Religion

What is Hanukkah celebrating? The history and significance of this Jewish Festival of Lights

Jewish communities will celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, from December 14 to December 22, 2025. But where does this tradition come from, and what does it truly symbolize? Here’s what you need to know.

Ephemeris of October 18 in Paris: The Closet Affair

On the night of October 18, 1534, Protestants plastered the streets of Paris with posters violently criticizing the Catholic mass. The Affaire des Placards marked a turning point in the confrontations between Catholics and Protestants, and signaled the end of Francis I's conciliation with the reformers.