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The Jewish moments to expect (and not expect) at the Republican convention
11 Jul
The upcoming Republican convention in Milwaukee will reflect Donald Trump's influence on the party, with a shift away from traditional Republican foreign pol...
11 Jul
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In this time of great stress, it’s important to grieve
11 Jul
The text discusses the significance of wells in Jewish texts, symbolizing life, connection, and blessings, with specific references to biblical stories such ...
11 Jul
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U.S. sanctions extremist Israeli group Lehava and several West Bank outposts
11 Jul
The U.S. State Department has implemented sanctions on individuals and groups in Israel involved in escalating violence and instability in the West Bank. The...
11 Jul
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Alex Soros, son of George Soros, is engaged to Huma Abedin
11 Jul
Jewish philanthropist Alex Soros, son of George Soros, is engaged to Huma Abedin, a former top adviser to Hillary Clinton known for her past marriage to Anth...
11 Jul
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Democratic Socialists pull endorsement of Ocasio-Cortez after she hosts panel on antisemitism
11 Jul
The Democratic Socialists of America rescinded their endorsement of New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez following her hosting of a panel on antisemitism. ...
11 Jul
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In a one-‘clown’ Off Broadway show, an actor takes the stigma out of mental illness
11 Jul
Actor Scott Ehrenpreis explores his journey living with multiple mental illnesses in his autobiographical one-man show "Clowns Like Me," where he uses humor ...
11 Jul
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Mordechai Rosenstein, calligrapher whose art illuminates Jewish homes and synagogues, dies at 90
11 Jul
Mordechai Rosenstein, a renowned painter and calligrapher known for his vibrant Hebrew illuminations, passed away at 90 in Pennsylvania. His unique art style...
11 Jul
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NYU settles suit brought by Jewish students who claimed discrimination in wake of Oct. 7
10 Jul
New York University settled a discrimination lawsuit brought by Jewish undergraduate students following incidents of antisemitism on campus by paying the pla...
10 Jul
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Mayim Bialik is producing a movie about Yeshiva U basketball’s historic 50-game winning streak
10 Jul
Mayim Bialik, the Jewish actress and former Jeopardy! host, is producing a film called "The Maccabees" about Yeshiva University's mens basketball team's hist...
10 Jul
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Last 3 defendants in Lev Tahor cult abduction case sentenced to more than 10 years in prison
10 Jul
Three leaders of the Lev Tahor religious cult received sentences of more than 10 years in prison for child exploitation and kidnapping after abducting two si...
10 Jul
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Claire Weinstein, Jessica Fox and 12 other Jewish athletes to watch in the 2024 Paris Olympics
10 Jul
The 2024 Paris Olympics will feature a strong Jewish presence, with notable athletes like Israeli gymnast Artem Dolgopyat, American wrestler Amit Elor, Austr...
10 Jul
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Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam tagged with ‘Gaza’ graffiti
10 Jul
A statue of Anne Frank in Amsterdam was defaced with the word "Gaza" painted in red on its base, sparking condemnation from Mayor Femke Halsema and an invest...
10 Jul
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Jewish Life Stories: An Israeli-American soldier falls in battle
10 Jul
Sergeant First-Class Yakir Shmuel Tatelbaum, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier from Michigan who died in battle in Gaza, was remembered for his dedicati...
10 Jul
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Israeli kids with life-threatening illnesses find respite from war at Catskills camp
10 Jul
Amidst the ongoing conflict in Israel, 28 Israeli children with serious illnesses, including cancer, found a temporary escape at Camp Simcha in the Catskills...
10 Jul
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Jury deliberations begin in trial of slain synagogue president Samantha Woll’s suspected killer
10 Jul
Jury deliberations have commenced in the trial of Samantha Woll's suspected killer, Michael Jackson-Bolanos, who is charged with first-degree murder, home in...
10 Jul
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Director of national intelligence warns that Iran is funding anti-Israel protests in US
9 Jul
Avril Haines, the director of national intelligence, has cautioned that Iran is attempting to interfere in the U.S. election and fueling protests against Isr...
9 Jul
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Tens of thousands visit gravesite of Lubavitcher rebbe on 30th anniversary of his death
9 Jul
On the 30th anniversary of the death of Chabad-Lubavitch Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, tens of thousands of people visited his gravesite at the Old Monte...
9 Jul
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4 congregations will share a new synagogue in the heart of Potsdam, Germany
9 Jul
In Potsdam, Germany, a new multi-denominational synagogue center was inaugurated with support from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, marking a signif...
9 Jul
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A new Shazam-style bot will identify Shlomo Carlebach’s melodies
9 Jul
Shlomo Tannor, an AI engineer and musician, created CarleBot, a melody detection software akin to Shazam, to identify Jewish prayer melodies, particularly th...
9 Jul
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Meta bans use of ‘Zionists’ as a cover for attacks on Jews or Israelis
9 Jul
Meta has announced a new policy to ban derogatory or threatening references to Zionists when used to target Jews or Israelis rather than supporters of the Je...
9 Jul
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The Jewish mother who became a crime boss in Gilded Age New York
9 Jul
Fredericka Mandelbaum, a Jewish immigrant in 19th-century New York, transitioned from an impoverished street peddler to overseeing America's first major orga...
9 Jul
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After Oct. 7, Australian Jews grapple with a mass doxxing — and wonder what happened to their country
9 Jul
Australian Jews were subjected to a mass doxxing incident following the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre, where personal information of prominent Jews was exposed by pr...
9 Jul
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The GOP platform: Supporting Israel, Fighting ‘anti-Christian bias’ and deporting ‘pro-Hamas radicals’
9 Jul
The 2024 Republican Party platform pledges to support Israel, fight anti-Christian bias, and deport pro-Hamas radicals. It emphasizes reversing some policies...
9 Jul
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A new memoir, ‘The Punk Rock Queen of the Jews,’ explores traumatic teenage years in Hasidic Crown Heights
8 Jul
"The Punk Rock Queen of the Jews" is a memoir by Chef Rossi that delves into her turbulent teenage years in Hasidic Crown Heights. Growing up in a challengin...
8 Jul
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Dept. of Education chides Brown University for taking ‘no or little action’ in response to complaints of antisemitism
8 Jul
The U.S. Department of Education criticized Brown University for its lack of response to complaints of antisemitism, anti-Palestinian, and anti-Muslim harass...
8 Jul
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Netanyahu issues list of demands for ceasefire deal as pressure mounts
8 Jul
Amid mounting pressure to secure a ceasefire deal with Hamas and bring home over 100 Israeli hostages in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ...
8 Jul
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Columbia removes 3 deans over text exchange deriding concerns of campus antisemitism
8 Jul
Three Columbia University administrators have been permanently removed from their positions following a series of derogatory text messages during a panel on ...
8 Jul
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Hebrew University launches new English-taught undergrad program to attract Jewish students from the U.S.
8 Jul
Hebrew University has introduced a new three-year undergraduate program taught in English, appealing to Jewish students, like Elie Ravitz-Basser from the U.S...
8 Jul
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French voters reject far right — but elevate left-wing alliance with history of antisemitism allegations
8 Jul
French voters in the parliamentary elections rejected the far-right party National Rally, known for its antisemitic roots, but elevated the left-wing New Pop...
8 Jul
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Americana meets meshuggeneh at a museum exhibit about MAD magazine
7 Jul
The Norman Rockwell Museum's exhibit "What, Me Worry? The Art and Humor of MAD Magazine" explores the close connection between the Americana style of Rockwel...
7 Jul
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7 arrested in Greece following attacks on a synagogue and Israeli-owned hotel
5 Jul
Greek authorities arrested and charged seven individuals for separate attacks on a synagogue and an Israeli-owned hotel in Athens. These incidents are part o...
5 Jul
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The Jewish Sport Report: How Jacob Steinmetz is navigating minor league life as an Orthodox Jew
5 Jul
Jacob Steinmetz, the first Orthodox Jew drafted into MLB three years ago, is now navigating life in the minor leagues with the Arizona Diamondbacks. Despite ...
5 Jul
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NYPD reports 45 antisemitic incidents last month, 57% of all hate crimes in the city
5 Jul
In June, the NYPD reported 45 antisemitic hate crimes in New York City, a significant increase from the previous year. Jews were targeted in 57% of all hate ...
5 Jul
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Bereaved Israeli families may now add traditional phrase ‘May God avenge his blood’ to soldiers’ gravestones
5 Jul
Israeli families, particularly those from the Chabad Hasidic movement, have succeeded in gaining approval from the Ministry of Defense to include the traditi...
5 Jul
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Israeli soldiers are finding Judaica in Gaza — and trying to locate the items’ owners
5 Jul
Israeli soldiers in Gaza have come across various Jewish ritual objects, like a challah board, menorah, and Seder plate, left behind in homes during military...
5 Jul
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Keir Starmer, who prioritized fighting antisemitism in Labour Party, set to lead Britain after landslide win
5 Jul
Keir Starmer, known for his efforts to combat antisemitism in the Labour Party, is poised to become the next British prime minister after Labour's significan...
5 Jul
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Why the Entebbe rescue almost didn’t happen — and how Israel is still wrestling with the same tough questions 48 years later
4 Jul
In 1976, Israel's daring rescue of hostages at Entebbe airport showcased boldness but set a challenging standard for future hostage situations. Today, Israel...
4 Jul
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NY Jews unnerved by spike in antisemitism and raucous protests take to krav maga for self-defense
4 Jul
As antisemitism spiked in New York City, leading to concerns among the Jewish community, there has been a noticeable increase in interest in krav maga classe...
4 Jul
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Israel’s chief rabbis leave their posts as term ends with no election set
3 Jul
Israels two chief rabbis have left their posts with no election scheduled for their successors, marking the first time in over a century that the positions a...
3 Jul
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Israel and Hamas mulling latest hostage deal as unrest roils region
3 Jul
Israel and Hamas are considering a new hostage exchange deal to temporarily end hostilities, with both sides reviewing the proposal. The deal, supported by t...
3 Jul
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Andy Cohen offers advice to pro-Israel influencers at a New York strategy conference
3 Jul
Andy Cohen delivered advice to pro-Israel influencers at a New York conference focusing on combatting online hate and promoting Jewish representation. Influe...
3 Jul
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When the political stakes are high, Judaism doesn’t place all the responsibility on a single charismatic leader
3 Jul
The article discusses the reflections on democracy within the context of Judaism, particularly in the current political landscape in the United States and Is...
3 Jul
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Orthodox minor-league pitcher Jacob Steinmetz is eating kosher delivery, walking to the stadium on Shabbat — and staying focused on the game
3 Jul
Jacob Steinmetz, a young Orthodox Jewish minor-league pitcher for the Hillsboro Hops, is navigating the challenges of maintaining his kosher observance while...
3 Jul
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Orthodox basketball star Ryan Turell to join Israel’s top league
3 Jul
Orthodox Jewish basketball player Ryan Turell, known for his success in the NCAA and a brief stint in the NBAs minor G league, has signed with Ironi Ness Zio...
3 Jul
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Jewish Life Stories: The Jewish refugee who wrote the book on human rights
3 Jul
Leah Levin, a Jewish refugee who fled Lithuania for South Africa due to rising antisemitism, became a prominent figure in human rights advocacy. She authored...
3 Jul
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Amateur detectives are invited to join search for a lost Jewish library looted by the Nazis
3 Jul
The Higher Institute for Jewish Studies in Berlin, with its renowned library of 60,000 books, was a hub of Jewish intellectual life before World War II, attr...
3 Jul
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From Kamala Harris to Josh Shapiro, these are the talked-about contenders to replace Joe Biden, and their Jewish stories
3 Jul
The article outlines potential contenders to replace Joe Biden, such as Kamala Harris, Gretchen Whitmer, Gavin Newsom, Josh Shapiro, J.B. Pritzker, Jared Pol...
3 Jul
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Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction
3 Jul
John McGuire, supported by the Republican Jewish Coalition, triumphed over Rep. Bob Good, who opposed emergency aid for Israel, in a Virginia primary. This v...
3 Jul
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From Labour to the Day of Rest, here are the Jewish storylines in this week’s UK election
2 Jul
In the upcoming UK election, the Labour Party, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, is expected to secure a historic victory over the Conservatives, with St...
2 Jul
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Netanyahu pushes back against reports of army pressure to end the war, accusing officials of ‘defeatism’
2 Jul
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected reports of Israeli military leaders advocating for a ceasefire with Hamas before achieving all objectives, accusin...
2 Jul