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Hootenanny will bring Jewish camp song and spirit to Manhattan temple at Nov. 13 event
10 Nov 2025
Celebrating the joyful spirit of Jewish summer camps, a special musical hootenanny will be held on November 13 at Congregation Rodeph Sholom in Manhattan. Or...
10 Nov 2025
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Jewish and Muslim comedians team up to turn tension into titters
10 Nov 2025
In an effort to foster unity and understanding across religious divides, Comedy for Peace brings together Jewish, Muslim, and Christian comedians for interfa...
10 Nov 2025
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Texas man charged with making antisemitic death threats to Jewish conservative pundits
10 Nov 2025
The article reports on the arrest of Nicholas Lyn Ray, a Texas resident charged with making antisemitic death threats against several Jewish conservative fig...
10 Nov 2025
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The immigrant New Yorkers beloved by Zohran Mamdani all feel warmth for their homelands. Why can’t Jews?
10 Nov 2025
Rabbi Joe Schwartz reflects on the multicultural identity of New York City and the emotional bonds immigrants maintain with their countries of origin, using ...
10 Nov 2025
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Cornell inks $60M deal with Trump administration to resolve antisemitism claims
10 Nov 2025
Cornell University has agreed to a $60 million settlement with the Trump administration to resolve federal investigations into antisemitism claims and unfree...
10 Nov 2025
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BBC execs resign amid scandal over Trump interview edit and Gaza war coverage
10 Nov 2025
BBC's leadership, including Director General Tim Davie and CEO of News Deborah Turness, resigned following accusations of editorial bias. These claims emerge...
10 Nov 2025
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Hamas returns remains of hostage held for 11 years as attention deepens around postwar planning
10 Nov 2025
The recent repatriation of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin's remains by Hamas marks a pivotal moment in the complex postwar dynamics of Gaza. As Hamas complies ...
10 Nov 2025
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One lesson of NYC’s mayoral election: Rabbis’ political endorsements come with a cost
7 Nov 2025
In the wake of New York City's mayoral election, Aaron Dorfman reflects on the implications of rabbis making political endorsements. Highlighting the lessons...
7 Nov 2025
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Rep. Elise Stefanik, self-styled protector of Jews on the right, announces run for New York Governor
7 Nov 2025
Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican from New York, has entered the gubernatorial race aiming to challenge incumbent Democrat Kathy Hochul, leveraging her profi...
7 Nov 2025
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From Texas to Tel Aviv, invitations go out to Jews fleeing ‘Mamdani’s New York’
7 Nov 2025
Following Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor, several figures, including Israeli officials and community leaders across the U.S., have encour...
7 Nov 2025
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Jewish Iranian-American sentenced to prison in Iran for visiting Israel 13 years ago
7 Nov 2025
Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Jewish Iranian-American from Long Island, has been sentenced to two years in Iran's Evin prison for visiting Israel 13 years ag...
7 Nov 2025
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In Indiana, a vaunted Jewish studies program is upended by red-state politics over Israel and speech
7 Nov 2025
Indiana University's renowned Borns Jewish Studies Program is embroiled in controversy following a sudden leadership change. The newly appointed interim dire...
7 Nov 2025
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4 arrested after protesters set off smoke bombs at Paris performance of Israel Philharmonic
7 Nov 2025
During a Paris performance by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, protesters disrupted the event with smoke bombs, leading to chaotic scenes and the temporary...
7 Nov 2025
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Ye meets with Orthodox celebrity rabbi, says he wants to ‘make amends’ after antisemitic outbursts
6 Nov 2025
American rapper Ye, formerly Kanye West, recently met with Rabbi Yoshiyahu Yosef Pinto in New York, expressing a desire to make amends for his past antisemit...
6 Nov 2025
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Shifka, a new pita shop on the Bowery, aims to be the Chipotle of Israeli cuisine
6 Nov 2025
Shifka, a new Israeli-inspired pita shop on the Bowery, is the creation of the Jewish owners behind Sami & Susu, a well-regarded Mediterranean restaurant. Th...
6 Nov 2025
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Kazakhstan set to join Abraham Accords as Trump seeks to reinvigorate initiative
6 Nov 2025
Kazakhstan is anticipated to join the Abraham Accords, a diplomatic initiative linking Israel with various Arab and Muslim-majority states, during President ...
6 Nov 2025
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This mixed Jewish-Arab school in Ramle seeks to model a blueprint for Israel’s future
6 Nov 2025
The Yigal Alon Multidisciplinary High School in Ramle stands as a unique model for fostering Jewish-Arab coexistence in Israel. Located in one of the few mix...
6 Nov 2025
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Conversion isn’t a solo act. So why is the rabbi in ‘Nobody Wants This’ acting alone?
6 Nov 2025
"Nobody Wants This" on Netflix has triggered debate regarding its portrayal of Jewish women through stereotypes. Despite valid criticism, Rabbi Lisa Rubin ar...
6 Nov 2025
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They rallied rabbis against Mamdani’s anti-Zionism. What does The Jewish Majority do next?
6 Nov 2025
The article addresses the response of Jonathan Schulman and his organization, The Jewish Majority, to the controversial political climate surrounding the ele...
6 Nov 2025
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ADL launches ‘Mamdani monitor’ as Jewish groups retool for post-election advocacy
5 Nov 2025
Jewish organizations in New York City are adjusting their advocacy strategies following the election of Zohran Mamdani as mayor, who has been criticized for ...
5 Nov 2025
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Mamdani condemns swastika graffiti at Brooklyn yeshiva as ‘disgusting and heartbreaking’
5 Nov 2025
In a disheartening act of antisemitism, red swastikas were spray-painted on Magen David Yeshiva in Brooklyn, prompting Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani's condemnat...
5 Nov 2025
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Heritage Foundation staff confront president over antisemitism, defense of Tucker Carlson
5 Nov 2025
The Heritage Foundation is facing internal turmoil after its president, Kevin Roberts, refused to distance the organization from Tucker Carlson following Car...
5 Nov 2025
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As Mamdani’s victory reverberates beyond NYC, Jews must choose solidarity over shock
5 Nov 2025
The election of Zohran Mamdani as a council member in New York City has triggered significant concern among Jewish communities both locally and nationally. M...
5 Nov 2025
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‘Jewish safety’ isn’t one thing. Let’s stop reducing 1 million New Yorkers to a single concern.
5 Nov 2025
Jewish New Yorkers, numbering about a million, are often essentialized into a singular concern—safety—especially during political campaigns, which neglects t...
5 Nov 2025
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Yesh Atid quits World Zionist Organization, citing corruption and political cronyism
5 Nov 2025
Yesh Atid leader Yair Lapid announced the withdrawal of his party from the World Zionist Organization, citing systemic corruption and nepotism, particularly ...
5 Nov 2025
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A kosher community fridge in Chicago’s Jewish suburbs arrives amid rising food insecurity
5 Nov 2025
A new kosher community fridge named Hersh's Fridge has been set up in Skokie, Illinois, aiming to address food insecurity among kosher-observant families. Th...
5 Nov 2025
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Mamdani wins 33% of the Jewish vote in NYC, compared to 63% for Cuomo, exit poll shows
5 Nov 2025
In a surprising turn of events, Zohran Mamdani was elected Mayor of New York City, capturing 33% of the Jewish vote in an election where former governor Andr...
5 Nov 2025
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Controversial Israeli film ‘The Sea’ makes its North American premiere in NYC
5 Nov 2025
"The Sea," directed by Israeli filmmaker Shai Carmeli-Pollak, has made its North American debut at NYC's Marlene Meyerson JCC as part of the Other Israel Fil...
5 Nov 2025
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Mamdani’s progressive Jewish supporters are jubilant as they gain an ally in City Hall
5 Nov 2025
Zohran Mamdani's recent victory as mayor of New York City has elicited jubilation among his progressive Jewish supporters, particularly those affiliated with...
5 Nov 2025
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In a first, a ballot initiative to divest from Israel has won at the ballot box, in Somerville, Mass.
5 Nov 2025
The city of Somerville, Massachusetts, marked a significant moment in U.S. municipal politics by becoming the first to pass a ballot initiative calling for d...
5 Nov 2025
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In NJ governor’s race, Mikie Sherrill fends off GOP candidate whose aide spurned ‘money from Jews’
5 Nov 2025
In the New Jersey gubernatorial race, Democratic nominee Mikie Sherrill successfully defeated GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli despite a controversy involving ...
5 Nov 2025
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Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City, in decisive end to race that polarized Jewish voters
5 Nov 2025
Zohran Mamdani's election as New York City's mayor has sent ripples through the city's Jewish community, marking a significant moment in local politics. Mamd...
5 Nov 2025
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This Reform rabbi is one of 456 competitors on Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’
4 Nov 2025
Rabbi Jamie Field, initially inspired by similar reality shows, participated in Netflix's "Squid Game: The Challenge," bringing her Jewish values and rabbini...
4 Nov 2025
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Arizona man sentenced to 4 years in prison for antisemitic threats to Jewish NYC hotel owner
4 Nov 2025
Donovan Hall of Arizona received a nearly four-year prison sentence for a barrage of antisemitic threats against the Jewish-owned Historic Blue Moon Hotel in...
4 Nov 2025
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Trump takes aim at Jews who vote for Zohran Mamdani, calling them ‘stupid’
4 Nov 2025
President Donald Trump has once again criticized Jewish voters who support Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral election, calling them "stupid" in a p...
4 Nov 2025
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In NYC, Election Day arrives with all eyes on Jewish voters
4 Nov 2025
In the New York City election, Jewish voters find themselves at the center of a contentious political landscape influenced by Middle Eastern politics. Govern...
4 Nov 2025
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Amsterdam’s Royal Concert Hall cancels annual Hanukkah concert, citing singer’s IDF ties
4 Nov 2025
The Royal Concert Hall in Amsterdam decided to cancel its annual Hanukkah concert due to the involvement of Shai Abramson, a singer with ties to the Israeli ...
4 Nov 2025
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Jewish exodus underway from Heritage Foundation’s antisemitism initiative over Tucker Carlson
4 Nov 2025
The Heritage Foundation's antisemitism initiative, Project Esther, is in turmoil as seven key members and organizations resign due to the foundation's contro...
4 Nov 2025
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Yitzhak Rabin was killed 30 years ago this week. Has the Jewish world forgotten?
3 Nov 2025
The assassination of Yitzhak Rabin, which occurred 30 years ago, is fading into historical memory for many, especially those born after the 1980s. Rabin's as...
3 Nov 2025
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Hannah Senesh’s example of Jewish pride and sacrifice gains renewed attention in our anxious era
3 Nov 2025
Hannah Senesh, a young Jewish poet and soldier, is experiencing a resurgence of interest through theatrical and literary portrayals, more than 80 years after...
3 Nov 2025
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Yad Vashem says it has identified 5 million Holocaust victims: ‘Behind each name is a life that mattered’
3 Nov 2025
Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust memorial, has successfully identified 5 million Holocaust victims through the use of AI and advanced machine learning techniqu...
3 Nov 2025
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Trump calls on Orthodox Jewish voters in NJ to vote for Republican gubernatorial candidate
3 Nov 2025
Former President Donald Trump urged Orthodox Jewish voters in Lakewood, New Jersey, to support Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli in the sta...
3 Nov 2025
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Harrisburg diocese condemns Auschwitz gates in Catholic school’s Halloween float
3 Nov 2025
A Catholic school in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, faced backlash after including a replica of the Auschwitz gates in its Halloween parade. The display featured ...
3 Nov 2025
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On Erev Election Day, mayoral candidates make their last pitches to Jewish voters
3 Nov 2025
As the New York City mayoral election approaches, candidates are making last-ditch efforts to connect with Jewish voters. Andrew Cuomo emphasizes his strong ...
3 Nov 2025
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Jewish teens see a generational split in their own families over Mamdani
3 Nov 2025
Jewish teens in New York City are experiencing a generational divide in their families due to differing opinions on Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist ca...
3 Nov 2025
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Jewish lawyer quits Heritage Foundation’s antisemitism task force over Tucker Carlson defense
3 Nov 2025
Mark Goldfeder, CEO of the National Jewish Advocacy Center, has resigned from the Heritage Foundation's National Task Force to Combat Antisemitism. His decis...
3 Nov 2025
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Remains of Omer Neutra, Israeli-American hostage killed on Oct. 7, are returned to Israel
3 Nov 2025
Omer Neutra, an Israeli-American soldier captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, has finally been returned to Israel for burial. Neutra was one of two Israeli-...
3 Nov 2025
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Angela Buchdahl, prominent NYC rabbi, ratchets up criticism of Mamdani — and cautions against Jewish infighting
2 Nov 2025
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, a prominent leader at Manhattan's Central Synagogue, addressed the Jewish community's strife surrounding Zohran Mamdani's mayoral cand...
2 Nov 2025
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Maryland kosher pizzeria to furloughed federal workers: You can pay us back later
2 Nov 2025
In response to the financial strain caused by a prolonged federal government shutdown, Ben Yehuda Pizza, a kosher pizzeria in Silver Spring, Maryland, has of...
2 Nov 2025
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Rep. Randy Fine denounces Tucker Carlson as ‘most dangerous antisemite in America’
2 Nov 2025
At the Republican Jewish Coalition convention, Rep. Randy Fine, one of the few Jewish Republican Congress members, publicly denounced Tucker Carlson as a sig...
2 Nov 2025