Jamie Carter is an award-winning reporter who covers the night sky. Was the “Star of Bethlehem” an actual astronomical event? At this time of year, it’s always open for debate, yet most ...

The shape of the cake obviously references the Star of Bethlehem, which, according to Christian tradition, guided the wise men from the East to the newborn Jesus. However, the symbolism of the ...

This week, three bright planets are making that case to be this year's “Star of Bethlehem” or “Christmas Star,” with Jupiter, Mars and Venus all shining brightly. The legend of a bright ...

Although it can grow in partial shade, Star of Bethlehem prefers a spot with full sun, meaning at least six hours of direct sunlight on most days. Its flowering will be better in full sun.