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Conservative students grill Vance on support for Israel at Turning Point USA event
30 Oct 2025
Young conservatives have increasingly questioned the U.S.'s firm support for Israel, as indicated by recent exchanges at a Turning Point USA event at the Uni...
30 Oct 2025
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Cuomo dominates Jewish vote in new poll, as Israeli TV pillories Mamdani
30 Oct 2025
The article discusses the ongoing tensions among Jewish communities over the support for Zohran Mamdani in the New York mayoral race, highlighting the divide...
30 Oct 2025
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I won’t vote for Democrats who backed Mamdani. I know I’m not the only one.
30 Oct 2025
Menachem Z. Rosensaft, a lifelong centrist Democrat, expresses his disillusionment with the Democratic Party's support for Zohran Mamdani, a candidate with a...
30 Oct 2025
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A second rabbinic letter, arguing against Jewish rejections of Mamdani, enters the NYC mayor’s race
30 Oct 2025
The politically charged atmosphere surrounding the New York City mayoral race has sparked significant debate within Jewish communities, as highlighted by a n...
30 Oct 2025
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Proposal to elevate Netanyahu’s son shatters fragile concord at World Zionist Congress
30 Oct 2025
The 39th World Zionist Congress in Jerusalem has been fraught with tension following a proposal to elevate Yair Netanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister Benj...
30 Oct 2025
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Alabama man arrested for allegedly planning attacks on synagogues
29 Oct 2025
Jeremy Wayne Shoemaker, a 33-year-old from Needham, Alabama, was apprehended for allegedly planning attacks on synagogues in Alabama and nearby areas, as wel...
29 Oct 2025
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Rabbi Alvin Kass, longest-serving NYPD chaplain famed for 9/11 response, dies at 89
29 Oct 2025
Rabbi Alvin Kass, who passed away at 89, was revered as the longest-serving chaplain in the New York Police Department (NYPD), notable for his compassionate ...
29 Oct 2025
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‘Jews for Zohran’ knock doors as Mamdani’s past IDF comments resurface
29 Oct 2025
Jewish support for Zohran Mamdani, a candidate in the NYC mayoral race, has become a contentious topic as his past comments linking the Israeli Defense Force...
29 Oct 2025
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In the tunnels of Gaza, hostage Eli Sharabi found a way to be a blessing
29 Oct 2025
Rabba Sara Hurwitz reflects on the profound lessons from Eli Sharabi's account of his captivity in Gaza. Despite the unimaginable hardship and loss, Eli foun...
29 Oct 2025
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ADL enlists major law firms to launch pro bono network for antisemitism cases
29 Oct 2025
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has launched a nationwide pro bono legal network to assist victims of antisemitism, partnering with over 40 major law firms ...
29 Oct 2025
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German government pledges record $1B in funding for Holocaust survivor home care
29 Oct 2025
The German government has committed a historic $1.08 billion to support home care for Holocaust survivors, addressing the increasing needs of an aging surviv...
29 Oct 2025
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NY man who attacked Jews at 3 pro-Palestinian rallies sentenced to 17 months in prison
28 Oct 2025
Tarek Bazrouk, a New York City man convicted of attacking Jewish pro-Israel counter-protesters at three pro-Palestinian rallies, was sentenced to 17 months i...
28 Oct 2025
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Harvard conservative magazine is shut down after publishing article laced with Nazi rhetoric
28 Oct 2025
Harvard's conservative magazine, Harvard Salient, came under fire and was suspended after publishing an article that mirrored Nazi rhetoric from Adolf Hitler...
28 Oct 2025
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Cuomo narrows Mamdani’s lead, as older voters flock to the polls for early voting
28 Oct 2025
New York City's upcoming election sees a narrowing lead for Zohran Mamdani, with Andrew Cuomo gaining ground as early voting shows a strong turnout among old...
28 Oct 2025
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Neo-Nazis raise money for Georgia man wearing Nazi uniform who allegedly assaulted UGA student
28 Oct 2025
Kenneth Leland Morgan, a Georgia man wearing a Nazi uniform, was arrested after allegedly assaulting a University of Georgia student, Grace Lang, who attempt...
28 Oct 2025
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Why Jewish teens aren’t speaking out about the NYC mayoral election, despite their strong feelings
28 Oct 2025
Jewish teens in New York City are not publicly expressing their views on the NYC mayoral election due to concerns over privacy and potential backlash in a po...
28 Oct 2025
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US soldiers stationed in Kiryat Gat turn sleepy Israeli city into an unexpected hotspot
27 Oct 2025
Kiryat Gat, a traditionally quiet Israeli city, has become an unexpected hotspot due to the presence of U.S. soldiers part of a multinational center monitori...
27 Oct 2025
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Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum joins Mamdani rally with progressive leaders in Queens
27 Oct 2025
Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, known for championing LGBTQ rights, joined progressive leaders, including Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, to support Zoh...
27 Oct 2025
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Anyone saying Jews face a simple choice in the NYC mayoral election is not paying attention
27 Oct 2025
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, head of the largest Jewish movement in North America, discusses the complexities facing Jewish voters in the upcoming New York City mayora...
27 Oct 2025
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Trump sets deadline for Hamas to release hostages’ bodies as Egyptian team enters Gaza to help
27 Oct 2025
President Donald Trump has imposed a deadline on Hamas to release the bodies of 13 remaining hostages, including two Americans, following the recent ceasefir...
27 Oct 2025
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Ireland elects left-wing politician with record of anti-Israel rhetoric as president
27 Oct 2025
Catherine Connolly, a left-wing Irish politician known for her outspoken criticism of Israel, has been elected president of Ireland with a historic margin of...
27 Oct 2025
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Philip Roth’s latest biographer wants Jews to read him again — without the guilt
26 Oct 2025
Historian Steven J. Zipperstein's new biography, 'Philip Roth: Stung by Life,' seeks to revisit Philip Roth's complex legacy and encourage a fresh look at hi...
26 Oct 2025
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These rabbis didn’t sign their colleagues’ anti-Mamdani letter. Here’s why.
24 Oct 2025
Tensions arose among American rabbinic leaders over a letter condemning anti-Zionist political figures, which was signed by 1,000 rabbis and cantors nationwi...
24 Oct 2025
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The Jewish Museum has just completed a major renovation. Here are 7 highlights.
24 Oct 2025
The Jewish Museum on Fifth Avenue has reopened after a $14.5 million renovation, unveiling new exhibits and educational spaces. Highlights include a new perm...
24 Oct 2025
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Advocates decry ‘pogrom on the playground’ after Jewish children targeted in Chicago suburb on Oct. 7
24 Oct 2025
In a predominantly Jewish suburb of Chicago, an antisemitic attack targeted Jewish children in a public park on October 7, coinciding with the Jewish holiday...
24 Oct 2025
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Netanyahu and far-right ministers do damage control on West Bank vote and Saudi Arabia comments that angered Trump
24 Oct 2025
Amid backlash from both the Trump administration and the potential Saudi normalization talks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu navigates domestic an...
24 Oct 2025
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Cuomo slammed for ‘Islamophobia’ after interview with Jewish shock jock Sid Rosenberg
24 Oct 2025
New York City's mayoral race has been heated by accusations of Islamophobia following an interview between former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Jewish radio host...
24 Oct 2025
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Katherine Janus Kahn, illustrator of ‘Sammy Spider’ Jewish children’s books, dies at 83
24 Oct 2025
Katherine Janus Kahn, renowned for her vibrant illustrations in the beloved Sammy Spider series, passed away at 83, leaving a lasting impact on Jewish childr...
24 Oct 2025
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Our communal definition of Jewish security is too limited. We need a wider one.
24 Oct 2025
Rachel Sumekh addresses the narrow definition of Jewish security, emphasizing that it extends beyond physical safety measures like metal detectors and securi...
24 Oct 2025
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‘The church is asleep right now’: Ted Cruz calls on Christians to confront right-wing antisemitism
24 Oct 2025
Senator Ted Cruz, addressing a massive congregation at a Christian pro-Israel event, emphasized the alarming rise of antisemitism within right-wing circles a...
24 Oct 2025
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Netflix drops Season 2 of ‘Nobody Wants This,’ returning Rabbi Noah and interfaith dilemmas to TV screens
24 Oct 2025
Season 2 of the hit series 'Nobody Wants This' returns to Netflix, continuing the story of Rabbi Noah and Joanne as they navigate the complexities of interfa...
24 Oct 2025
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Trump nominee for Kuwait ambassador, grilled at confirmation hearing, loses support over Israel views
23 Oct 2025
The confirmation of Amer Ghalib, nominated by Donald Trump to be the ambassador to Kuwait, faces significant opposition from Republicans in the Senate due to...
23 Oct 2025
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Their anti-Mamdani letter makes it clear: Rabbis face pressure that fractures us all
23 Oct 2025
Rabbi Shira Koch Epstein discusses the challenges rabbis face when political statements like the recent Rabbinic Call to Action against anti-Zionism are circ...
23 Oct 2025
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Bernie Sanders downplays Graham Platner’s Nazi tattoo: ‘There might be one or two more important issues’
23 Oct 2025
In the wake of Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner's revelation of an old Nazi-inspired tattoo, Bernie Sanders, Vermont's Jewish senator, remains supportive,...
23 Oct 2025
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NYC mayoral candidates clash over Jewish safety — again — on debate stage
23 Oct 2025
The New York City mayoral debate saw intense focus on the Jewish community's safety, with candidates Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa criticizing Zohran Mamdani...
23 Oct 2025
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JD Vance condemns Knesset vote on West Bank annexation as ‘very stupid’
23 Oct 2025
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance criticized a recent symbolic vote by Israeli lawmakers in favor of West Bank annexation, labeling it as a "very stupid politic...
23 Oct 2025
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Bipin Joshi was in Israel for 23 days before Oct. 7. This week, he was buried in his native Nepal.
22 Oct 2025
The tragic tale unfolds around Bipin Joshi, a young man from Nepal who traveled to Israel as part of a program promising agricultural education and decent wa...
22 Oct 2025
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These Jewish baked goods made the New York Times’ list of ‘25 Essential Pastries’ in NYC
22 Oct 2025
Jewish baked goods have earned a spot on The New York Times list of 25 Essential Pastries in NYC, showcasing innovative takes on traditional recipes. Feature...
22 Oct 2025
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ADL calls for antisemitism questions as NYC mayoral candidates debate for a 2nd and final time
22 Oct 2025
In the heated final debate of the New York City mayoral race, candidates Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are set to address rising concerns of antisemitism, as...
22 Oct 2025
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NJ Republican gubernatorial nominee faces backlash after aide says he wouldn’t take ‘money from Jews’
22 Oct 2025
New Jersey Republican gubernatorial nominee Jack Ciattarelli faced controversy after his aide, Ibrar Nadeem, made comments about not taking money from Jews a...
22 Oct 2025
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Israeli pop star remakes AI music video showing war’s end with real scenes of freed hostages
22 Oct 2025
Israeli pop singer Yoni Bloch's music video has poignantly evolved from an AI-generated hopeful fantasy to a reality-infused film as it now features authenti...
22 Oct 2025
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In Jerusalem, Vance and Netanyahu reject idea that Israel is a ‘vassal state’ of the US
22 Oct 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance repudiated the perception that Israel acts as a vassal state of the U.S. during ...
22 Oct 2025
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Saul Rubinek’s new one-man show asks, Is there ever a right time to play Shylock?
22 Oct 2025
Saul Rubinek stars in "Playing Shylock," a one-man show that melds his personal and artistic history with the enduring controversy of Shakespeare's "The Merc...
22 Oct 2025
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Trump nominee who said he had a ‘Nazi streak’ forced out before Senate confirmation hearing
22 Oct 2025
Paul Ingrassia, a Trump administration nominee for a top legal position, withdrew his candidacy just before a scheduled Senate confirmation hearing after los...
22 Oct 2025
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Prominent Jewish figures call for sanctions on Israel: ‘The ceasefire must be the beginning, not the end.’
22 Oct 2025
The article discusses a letter signed by prominent Jewish figures and celebrities, urging continued international pressure on Israel following a recent cease...
22 Oct 2025
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Graham Platner, populist progressive running for Senate in Maine, reveals Nazi tattoo on his chest
22 Oct 2025
Graham Platner, a progressive Democratic candidate for the Senate in Maine, is facing controversy after admitting to having a Nazi tattoo, a Totenkopf, which...
22 Oct 2025
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Jewish fears about Zohran Mamdani reveal more about us than about him — and it’s a problem
22 Oct 2025
The piece explores the contrasting reactions within the Jewish community towards Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim candidate for New York City mayor. It reflects on h...
22 Oct 2025
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We need a ‘Great Schlep’ from Park Avenue to Park Slope to turn out Jews against Zohran Mamdani
22 Oct 2025
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove's sermon argues that Zohran Mamdani's anti-Zionist rhetoric poses a significant threat to New York's Jewish community. He critiques Mam...
22 Oct 2025
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Federal judge allows Northwestern to block enrollment for students who boycotted antisemitism training
21 Oct 2025
Northwestern University faced legal challenges after implementing mandatory antisemitism training, which a judge ruled could be enforced despite protests. A ...
21 Oct 2025
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On Friday, the rabbi circles Manhattan — now with tech support to protect an essential Shabbat tool
21 Oct 2025
Rabbi Moshe Tauber has dedicated 25 years to inspecting and maintaining Manhattan's eruv, a symbolic boundary facilitating the carrying of objects on Shabbat...
21 Oct 2025