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Jewish US Army Major Harrison Mann explains why he resigned over US support for Gaza war
5 Jun
Jewish U.S. Army Major Harrison Mann recently resigned in protest of U.S. support for Israel's actions in the war against Hamas in Gaza, drawing on his famil...
5 Jun
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Columbia settles suit with Jewish student over encampments, promising additional security
5 Jun
Columbia University has settled a lawsuit with a Jewish student over the impact of pro-Palestinian encampments on campus, promising enhanced security measure...
5 Jun
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Jewish leaders condemn vandalism of OY/YO sign at Brooklyn Museum
5 Jun
Jewish leaders have condemned the vandalism of the iconic OY/YO sculpture at the Brooklyn Museum by protesters who defaced it with pro-Palestinian graffiti d...
5 Jun
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German Holocaust reparations increase again this year, but plateau expected as survivors perish
5 Jun
The German government has agreed to allocate a record $1.5 billion in Holocaust reparations this year, with a focus on increased support for survivors' medic...
5 Jun
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‘Israelism,’ the progressive Jewish documentary roiling college campuses, gets digital release with Watermelon Pictures
5 Jun
The documentary "Israelism" explores the Jewish generational divide over Israel and has become influential among pro-Palestinian activists on college campuse...
5 Jun
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How D-Day saved Europe, and my family, from the Nazis
5 Jun
The author reflects on the personal significance of the 80th anniversary of D-Day, highlighting how the Allied landing on June 6, 1944, saved their Jewish fa...
5 Jun
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Jewish Life Stories: Princeton’s longest-lived alumnus dies at 109
5 Jun
Joe Schein, a 1937 Princeton University graduate and one of only 11 Jewish students in his class, passed away at 109. He led Jewish services at Princeton dur...
5 Jun
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First-time Jewish voters are thinking about Israel as they make up their minds
5 Jun
First-time Jewish voters, such as Chloe Hockfield from Pennsylvania and Noya Chirashnya from California, are grappling with their political choices as they c...
5 Jun
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AIPAC taps its No. 2, Elliot Brandt, to be its next CEO at uncertain time for U.S.-Israel relations
4 Jun
Elliot Brandt, AIPAC's current vice CEO, has been chosen as the next CEO to succeed Howard Kohr amid volatile conflicts in Israel and uncertain U.S.-Israel r...
4 Jun
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Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood rejects calls to cancel tour with Israeli musician Dudu Tassa
4 Jun
Musician Jonny Greenwood is facing criticism for planning to tour with Israeli artist Dudu Tassa amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Despite calls to cancel, Gre...
4 Jun
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Former Rep. Mondaire Jones rips Jamaal Bowman over Israel and endorses primary competitor George Latimer
4 Jun
Former New York Congressman Mondaire Jones has endorsed George Latimer over Rep. Jamaal Bowman for New York's 16th Congressional District primary, citing Bow...
4 Jun
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Hulu’s ‘Clipped’ dramatizes the real story of Jewish LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling’s sordid downfall
4 Jun
The Hulu miniseries "Clipped" dramatizes the story of former Jewish L.A. Clippers owner Donald Sterling's downfall, focusing on his lifetime ban from the NBA...
4 Jun
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A new group is a safe space for observant Jews who oppose Israel’s war in Gaza
4 Jun
The Halachic Left is a new group of observant Jews in the U.S. who oppose Israel's military actions in Gaza, viewing advocacy for a ceasefire as a religious ...
4 Jun
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Jewish students are the teachers in a classroom program combating antisemitism
4 Jun
Jewish teens in Howard County, Maryland are engaging in a Student to Student program to combat antisemitism in schools. The initiative involves Jewish studen...
4 Jun
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European students are calling on their colleges to divest from Israel. In many cases, they’re winning.
4 Jun
European student activists, inspired by the United States, have been successful in urging their universities to divest from Israeli-linked companies or boyco...
4 Jun
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After backlash, Vancouver comics festival apologizes for excluding Jewish artist over IDF service
3 Jun
After facing backlash, the Vancouver comics festival apologized to Miriam Libicki, a Jewish artist it had previously banned due to her past Israeli military ...
3 Jun
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These Jewish films are playing at the Tribeca Film Fest, Sephardic Film Fest and Israeli Film Fest in 2024
3 Jun
In 2024, New York City is hosting the Israel Film Center Festival, the New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival, and the Tribeca Film Festival, each showcasin...
3 Jun
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You’re invited to the online Jewish food event of the year, taking place this Sunday
3 Jun
The Noshers are hosting an online Jewish food festival on Sunday, June 9, featuring cooking classes, demonstrations, and panels on various topics like pickli...
3 Jun
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4 more hostages held in Gaza are dead, Israeli army announces
3 Jun
The Israeli army announced that four male hostages held in Gaza since October 7 are believed to be dead, identified as Chaim Peri, Yoram Metzger, Amiram Coop...
3 Jun
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David Levy, a voice for Mizrahi Israelis as politician and foreign minister, dies at 86
3 Jun
David Levy, a prominent Mizrahi Israeli politician and former foreign minister, passed away at 86. Levy emerged as a voice for Mizrahi Jews, advocating for t...
3 Jun
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With a new leader and revamped strategy, it’s a second coming for Jews for Jesus
3 Jun
Aaron Abramson, a former Israeli army member and believer in Jesus as the Messiah, has been appointed as the CEO of Jews for Jesus, making him the first Isra...
3 Jun
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Netanyahu, facing pressure from right, says ‘gaps’ remain in proposal to end war announced by Biden
3 Jun
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed hesitance towards the ceasefire terms proposed by President Joe Biden to end the Israel-Hamas war, st...
3 Jun
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Maldives says it will bar Israelis from visiting over Israel’s war in Gaza
3 Jun
Maldives has announced that it will prevent Israeli passport holders from entering the country in protest of Israel's military actions in Gaza. President Moh...
3 Jun
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Claudia Sheinbaum elected president of Mexico, breaking barriers as woman and Jew
3 Jun
Claudia Sheinbaum has made history by becoming Mexico's first female president and first Jewish leader. While she is not actively engaged in the Jewish commu...
3 Jun
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‘Here to raise our voice’: Hostage families lead thousands down Fifth Ave. in annual Israel parade
3 Jun
Tens of thousands gathered for the annual Israel parade in New York City, led by families of hostages still held captive by Hamas in Gaza, including the dele...
3 Jun
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Dreading wedding season? Shut up and dance with me.
2 Jun
The article discusses the author's evolving perspective on attending weddings and celebrations, particularly focusing on the Jewish tradition of rejoicing wi...
2 Jun
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30 years after deadly bombing, Buenos Aires’ AMIA Jewish center unveils colorful redesign
31 May
The AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires has revealed a new colorful facade, commemorating the 30-year anniversary of a deadly bombing in 1994 that k...
31 May
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Israelis in New York protest members of Netanyahu’s coalition participating in annual Israel parade
31 May
Israeli protesters in New York, including prominent community members and activists, have expressed opposition to the participation of Israeli government off...
31 May
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NYPD to step up security for Israel parade, but says there are no known threats
31 May
The NYPD will enhance security for an upcoming Israel parade in New York City amid tensions related to the Gaza war and increased antisemitism, deploying var...
31 May
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Biden announces Israeli plan that would end war in Gaza, and urges Hamas to accept
31 May
President Joe Biden announced an Israeli plan to end the war with Hamas by securing the release of all hostages held in Gaza, withdrawing Israeli forces, and...
31 May
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Jewish Pride Month events in New York City 2024, from galas to Shabbat services
31 May
June is Pride Month celebrating the LGBTQ community, with New York City hosting a variety of events including the Pride parade. The Jewish community in NYC, ...
31 May
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After ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ AI graphic goes megaviral, pro-Israel rebuttals proliferate
31 May
A highly shared AI graphic titled "All Eyes on Rafah" depicting a tent city sparked a debate on social media about the Israel-Hamas conflict, with pro-Israel...
31 May
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The Jewish Sport Report: Is this the year Max Fried finally wins the Cy Young?
31 May
Max Fried, the Atlanta Braves pitcher, is having a standout season with impressive statistics and performances, potentially putting him in the running for th...
31 May
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Despite string of pro-Palestinian statements, CUNY faculty union rejects Israel boycott
30 May
The faculty union of the City University of New York rejected a resolution calling for an Israel boycott, despite prior pro-Palestinian stances. The rejectio...
30 May
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Republican Jewish Coalition defends Donald Trump after he is convicted on 34 felony counts
30 May
The Republican Jewish Coalition stood by Donald Trump after he was convicted on 34 felony charges related to paying off an adult film star during the 2016 pr...
30 May
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3 historic NYC synagogues receive grants for renovation projects
30 May
Three historic synagogues in New York City have been awarded Sacred Sites grants by the New York Landmarks Conservancy for renovation projects. Kehila Kedosh...
30 May
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Gunfire targets Canadian Jewish school for the second time in a week
30 May
Recent incidents of gunfire targeted Jewish schools in Canada, with the second attack occurring at the Belz Yeshiva Ketana in Montreal after a previous shoot...
30 May
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Vancouver comics festival bans Jewish artist Miriam Libicki over past IDF service
30 May
The Vancouver Comic Arts Festival banned Israeli-American artist Miriam Libicki due to her past service in the Israel Defense Forces, reversing an earlier de...
30 May
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Man charged with hate crimes after driving car at Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn
30 May
A man was arrested and charged with hate crimes after he aimed his car at Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn, with witnesses reporting that antisemitic slurs were sho...
30 May
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In his debut novel ‘Goyhood,’ journalist Reuven Fenton probes the divided selves of an observant Jew
30 May
Journalist Reuven Fenton's debut novel "Goyhood" explores the story of Martin Belkin, an Orthodox Jewish man who discovers in middle age that he is not Jewis...
30 May
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What I learned from sitting down with the antisemite who targeted my Jewish community
30 May
A Jewish volunteer participating in a restorative justice program, REACCH, shared their experience meeting an antisemite, named Robert, who committed a hate ...
30 May
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Israel to require American visitors to apply in advance for electronic travel authorization
30 May
Israel will implement a new electronic travel authorization system starting August 1, requiring visitors from visa-exempt countries like the United States to...
30 May
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After Oct. 7, just 19% of Israeli Jews believe a Palestinian state can peacefully coexist with Israel
30 May
A recent Pew survey indicates a significant decline in Israeli Jews supporting a peaceful coexistence with a Palestinian state, dropping to 19% from 32% befo...
30 May
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Jewish liberal Claudia Sheinbaum likely to win this week’s Mexican presidential election, polls show
30 May
Claudia Sheinbaum, a Jewish liberal candidate from Mexico's left-wing Morena party, is leading the polls for the upcoming presidential election in Mexico, po...
30 May
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Lower East Side shop Economy Candy offers a sweet taste of another era
30 May
Economy Candy, a historic shop on the Lower East Side, offers a nostalgic experience with candy from different eras and around the world. Established by Jewi...
30 May
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Israeli national security adviser predicts war in Gaza will last to the end of the year
30 May
Israeli national security adviser Tzachi Hanegbi predicts that the conflict with Hamas in Gaza will continue until the end of the year, aiming for the destru...
30 May
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How this Jewish Chicago day school pulled off a last-minute, multi-generational Israel service trip
29 May
Chicago Jewish Day School's annual Israel trip for eighth-graders was threatened due to the Israel-Hamas war and cancelations by IsraelNow. Despite challenge...
29 May
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John Fetterman disavows Harvard, his alma mater, while receiving an award from Yeshiva University
29 May
Senator John Fetterman, known for his vocal support of Israel, disavowed his alma mater Harvard University while receiving an award at Yeshiva University's c...
29 May
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Israeli mothers like me are fed up with having our children used as cannon fodder
29 May
Israeli mothers are expressing their frustration and resistance to the ongoing violence and warfare in Israel, feeling their children are being used as canno...
29 May
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Marc Klein, Bay Area editor who led Jewish journalism into the digital age, dies at 75
29 May
Marc Klein, an influential figure in Jewish journalism, passed away at 75 after revolutionizing the Jewish Bulletin, later renamed J., in San Francisco. Klei...
29 May