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Forward Sheryl Sandberg endows scholarship at Camp Ramah in California in honor of late husband 1 May
Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Meta, has endowed a scholarship fund at Camp Ramah in California in memory of her late husband, Dave Goldberg. The camp, which...
1 May
Unpacked Why Are 1,000s of Tel Avivians Sleeping Underground? 30 Apr
In Tel Aviv, the reality of living under the threat of rocket attacks has led to the normalization of daily life in bomb shelters. These shelters have become...
30 Apr
Forward Monitored phone calls and fear of arrest: What life looks like for Iran’s Jews now 30 Apr
Iran's Jewish community, estimated at 10,000 people, navigates a complex and dangerous landscape amid ongoing tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel. Co...
30 Apr
JTA Attack on Jewish man outside Los Angeles synagogue investigated as hate crime 30 Apr
An investigation is underway after a Jewish man was assaulted near the Adas Torah synagogue in Los Angeles's Pico-Robertson neighborhood, with the incident b...
30 Apr
The Free Press Tough Love: A Boy Told My 7-Year-Old He Doesn’t Like Jews 30 Apr
An incident at a Jewish family's local public school raises concerns about latent antisemitism when a little boy tells a Jewish girl he doesn’t like Jewish p...
30 Apr
Forward British police pledge 25M pounds for Jewish security in wake of London stabbing 30 Apr
Following a terrorist stabbing incident in the Orthodox neighborhood of Golders Green, British authorities have allocated £25 million to bolster security for...
30 Apr
JTA Jewish Theological Seminary ‘breaks mold’ in naming campus innovator Rabbi Mike Uram as next chancellor 30 Apr
Rabbi Mike Uram has been named the new chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS), signaling a significant shift for the institution traditionally l...
30 Apr
JTA Police denied Jewish community’s request for more security before Sydney massacre, commission finds 30 Apr
In the midst of high threat alerts, the Sydney Jewish community's request for increased police security for a Hanukkah event was denied, leading to a tragic ...
30 Apr
JTA Jewish man arrested for allegedly firing pellet gun at left-wing activists in Rome 30 Apr
Eitan Bond, a 21-year-old Jewish man in Rome, has been arrested for allegedly shooting a pellet gun at participants of a parade celebrating Italy's Liberatio...
30 Apr
JTA British police pledge 25M pounds for Jewish security in wake of Golders Green stabbing 30 Apr
In the aftermath of a terrorist stabbing in Golders Green that left two men injured and heightened fears within the Jewish community, British authorities hav...
30 Apr
Future of Jewish This is what Jews really need right now. 30 Apr
In her guest essay, Melissa Brodsky addresses the alarming rise in antisemitism, urging non-Jewish allies to better understand and combat this pervasive issu...
30 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy American Jewish leaders, where were you? 30 Apr
Haggai Segal provoked a stir among American Jews by questioning their allegiance to Israel in an article condemning their assumed indifference to aliyah and ...
30 Apr
JTA Attack on nun in Jerusalem sparks outcry as tensions with Christians mount in Jerusalem 29 Apr
Growing concerns over religious tensions in Jerusalem were highlighted by the arrest of a man accused of attacking a nun in the Old City. This incident is pa...
29 Apr
Kveller 18 Thoughtful Gifts for Jewish Moms on Mother’s Day 29 Apr
With Mother's Day just around the corner, Lior Zaltzman compiles a thoughtful list of 18 gifts tailored for Jewish moms, ensuring there's something special f...
29 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy Building a new pillar of Jewish life: The community beit midrash 29 Apr
Rabbi Benjamin Barer advocates for the establishment of local community batei midrash in non-Orthodox Jewish communities across North America to support life...
29 Apr
JTA A synagogue helped Palestinians raise money for Gaza — and found common ground over falafel 29 Apr
Rabbi Daniel Greyber and Beth El Synagogue in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, broke new ground by supporting a Palestinian-led fundraiser benefiting children in...
29 Apr
Forward Mamdani fails first political test in Manhattan race. Here’s why it matters to Jews 29 Apr
In a significant political event for New York City and its Jewish community, Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced a defeat in a crucial special election. The election ...
29 Apr
JTA Israel just quadrupled its PR budget to $730M. Experts say it won’t work. 29 Apr
Israel is significantly increasing its public diplomacy budget to $730 million, quadrupling its previous allocation, in an effort to combat declining support...
29 Apr
Chabad.org This Prison Rabbi TOTALLY STUMPED ME! 29 Apr
In an engaging discussion, the podcast explores the unique and inspiring role of a prison rabbi who faces unexpected challenges and experiences while providi...
29 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy A reflection on technology and belonging 29 Apr
Michelle Shapiro Abraham reflects on the Jewish tradition of holding conflicting truths, paralleling them with the challenges and opportunities presented by ...
29 Apr
JTA 2 Jewish men stabbed in London, in attack British PM Keir Starmer calls ‘utterly appalling’ 29 Apr
Two Jewish men were stabbed in the Orthodox neighborhood of Golders Green, London, elevating concerns about antisemitic violence in the area. The culprit was...
29 Apr
The Free Press Her Son Was Kidnapped and Killed by Hamas. This Is Her Story. 29 Apr
Rachel Goldberg-Polin's memoir, "When We See You Again," captures her harrowing experience as she fought for the release of her son, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, wh...
29 Apr
Living Lchaim The Incredible Rebbi Who Has Saved Jews Millions of Dollars 29 Apr
Reb Mutty Zeiger sheds light on the multifaceted role of a rebbi today, balancing educational, emotional, and financial guidance for families in his communit...
29 Apr
The Cholent Live: The Cholent + Mojo Rabbi Daniel Weiner on the state of the Reform world (and probably more) 28 Apr
Rabbi Daniel Weiner joins The Cholent to discuss the current state and challenges facing the Reform Jewish movement. Tackling everything from community dynam...
28 Apr
Jewish History Lectures Who was Benjamin of Tudela? 28 Apr
Benjamin of Tudela was a notable Jewish traveler and explorer from the 12th century, whose extensive journeys provided a valuable record of Jewish communitie...
28 Apr
Forward US soldier charged for threatening to ‘kill every single Jew’ inside of a synagogue 28 Apr
A US soldier, Jakob Marcoulier, stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana, has been arrested for threatening a mass shooting at a synagogue, expressing antisemitic s...
28 Apr
JTA Veteran journalist Hilary Krieger to lead expansion of JTA and New York Jewish Week 28 Apr
Hilary Krieger, a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in major news organizations, is set to lead the expansion of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (J...
28 Apr
Jewish History Lectures Rooted and Rising: Scholarship Campaign 2026 28 Apr
Rooted and Rising Scholarship Campaign aims to provide financial support to students, enabling them to pursue higher education. The campaign highlights the i...
28 Apr
JTA A freed Israeli hostage spoke at UCLA without incident. Then the student government weighed in. 28 Apr
Omer Shem Tov, a former Israeli hostage of Hamas, spoke at UCLA without disruption, despite later controversy from the student government. The Undergraduate ...
28 Apr
JTA Azerbaijan’s Sephardic Jewish community slams Mamdani’s Armenian genocide comments 28 Apr
The Sephardic Jewish community in Baku, Azerbaijan has criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for his comments linking Azerbaijan's recent actions in ...
28 Apr
Kveller 5 Fun Facts About Israeli NBA All-Star Deni Avdija 28 Apr
Deni Avdija, the Israeli NBA All-Star currently playing for the Portland Trail Blazers, has become a prominent figure in basketball, celebrated for his impre...
28 Apr
JTA A suspect is charged in one of Toronto’s Jewish shootings — but the bigger picture remains murky 28 Apr
Toronto's Jewish community remains on edge after a series of shootings targeting synagogues and Jewish-owned businesses, with the recent arrest of Mohamed Ma...
28 Apr
Forward No Tourists, no income: The collapse of livelihoods in Jerusalem’s Old City 28 Apr
The article investigates the severe economic impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on traders and craftspeople in Jerusalem's Old City. Once a bustling market w...
28 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy The opposite of helplessness 28 Apr
In the aftermath of a terror attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, congregant Erika Bocknek emphasizes the community's response has been one ...
28 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy Hope can’t be just a feeling. It must be a strategy. 28 Apr
In light of recent events such as the conflicts around Israel's independence celebrations and rising antisemitism, there's a growing need for hope as a strat...
28 Apr
JTA Concert to benefit Bondi Beach victims canceled after Greek choir refuses to sing with Jews 28 Apr
A concert intended to support victims of the Bondi Beach massacre was canceled due to the Australian Hellenic Choir's decision not to perform alongside the S...
28 Apr
Forward Matan Koch, disability advocate who urged Jewish communities to ‘let everyone in,’ dies at 44 28 Apr
Matan Koch, a significant advocate for disability inclusion, passed away at 44 after battling stomach cancer. Renowned for his inspiring advocacy work in Jew...
28 Apr
Tablet Armed Guards Aren’t the Answer 28 Apr
Liel Leibovitz critiques the heavy security measures at Jewish institutions in response to rising antisemitism, arguing that they contribute to a siege menta...
28 Apr
JTA A longshot effort to overturn Mamdani’s buffer zone veto is underway. First stop: Shabbat services. 27 Apr
In response to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's veto of a schools buffer zone bill, a special election presents a critical opportunity for the bill's supporters. C...
27 Apr
Rationalist Judaism Horror or Beauty? 27 Apr
Natan Slifkin grapples with the dual nature of current Jewish life, highlighting both its horrors and its beauty. He recounts troubling events in Israel, suc...
27 Apr
Forward How Israel became a country where teenagers murder each other in cold blood 27 Apr
In the wake of two tragic murders of young Ethiopian-Israelis, Dan Perry reflects on the deteriorating state of Israeli society, highlighting a deepening cul...
27 Apr
Forward An Indiana town had no Jewish cemetery. When its mayor died, it built one 27 Apr
Marcus Levy, a respected mayor of Aurora, Indiana, in 1871, passed away, creating a unique situation as the town lacked a Jewish cemetery. Despite plans to b...
27 Apr
JTA Assault outside synagogue and rock thrown through Judaica shop window ratchet up Toronto Jews’ concerns 27 Apr
Two antisemitic incidents in Toronto have heightened concerns within the local Jewish community. During Shabbat services, a man attempted to force entry into...
27 Apr
Hadassah The First Jewish Neighborhoods Beyond the Old City 27 Apr
Jerusalem's first Jewish neighborhoods beyond the Old City, established from 1860 onward, marked a pivotal shift in the city's development. These neighborhoo...
27 Apr
Forward 'The settlers are winning now': West Bank activists aiding Palestinians are increasingly targets themselves 27 Apr
Rabbi Arik Ascherman and his organization, Torat Zedek, actively work to protect Palestinian civilians from increasing settler violence in the West Bank. Thi...
27 Apr
JTA Matan Koch, disability advocate who urged Jewish communities to ‘let everyone in,’ dies at 44 27 Apr
Matan Koch, a renowned disability advocate and lawyer, passed away at 44 in Los Angeles. Known for his infectious smile and power wheelchair, Koch was a belo...
27 Apr
Hadassah Amid War in Israel, the Zoo Became a Sanctuary 27 Apr
Miriam Green's deeply personal narrative chronicles her experiences volunteering at Israel's Midbarium zoo in Beersheva amidst the chaos of war. As missiles ...
27 Apr
JTA These American teens ranked high in Israel’s Bible Quiz, in strongest US showing in 50 years 27 Apr
Three American teenagers achieved remarkable success in the Chidon HaTanach, or International Bible Quiz, part of Israel's Independence Day celebrations. Jac...
27 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy The fire outside is real. So is the burnout within. 26 Apr
Rabbis Josh Feigelson and Benjamin Ross explore the pressing issue of burnout among Jewish clergy and its wider implications for community cohesion and democ...
26 Apr
The Beinart Notebook "I Lost My Parents on October 7th, But I Won Aziz." 26 Apr
On October 7, 2023, Maoz Inon, an Israeli Jew, lost his parents to violence, while Aziz Abu Sarah, a Palestinian, recalls the earlier loss of his brother due...
26 Apr