Palestinian Santa brings festive cheer to Jerusalem

14 Sept 01:53 Key points summarised by AI

Issa Kassissieh, a towering Palestinian former basketball player, transforms his 700-year-old Jerusalem home into "Santa House" each December, embodying Santa Claus to spread festive cheer.
Kassissieh welcomes visitors of all faiths—Christians, Muslims, and Jews—fostering a message of love and peace in the diverse Old City.
An accredited Santa, having trained at international Santa schools, Kassissieh continues a family tradition while consciously avoiding politics to focus on unity and joy.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.