Events

Rabbi Joe Potasnik sees the rare coincidence of Christmas and Hanukkah falling on the same day in 2024 as a symbol of Christian and Jewish unity. He shared a story from his time as chaplain for the New York Fire Department during the aftermath of 9/11 to illustrate this point. At Ground Zero, a Christmas tree was delivered, followed by a Hanukkah menorah. Observing the significant height difference between the two symbols, a group of Christian carpenters took it upon themselves to build a platform for the menorah, ensuring it stood at the same height as the Christmas tree. Potasnik explained to Newsmax, during an appearance on "America Right Now," that this act of solidarity demonstrated the shared values and alliance between the two faiths, a sentiment he believes is echoed by the concurrent celebration of their respective holidays. Host […]

Following a series of deadly stampedes at public events in Nigeria, several states are implementing stricter safety measures to prevent future tragedies. The stampedes, which occurred in Ibadan, Okija, and Abuja during food distribution and festive celebrations, resulted in the deaths of 67 people, including 35 children. In response to these incidents, the Lagos State Government has mandated that organizers of events with more than 250 attendees must register with state safety agencies and obtain clearance before proceeding. Failure to comply will result in sanctions. Ondo State has also introduced comprehensive crowd control guidelines for law enforcement, event organizers, and local authorities. These guidelines emphasize risk assessment, advance notification of events, adequate security personnel deployment, and the availability of medical teams and emergency response plans. Other states, including Anambra, Abia, Akwa Ibom, and Kogi, have also taken measures to improve […]