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Pro-Palestinian vandals attacked new kosher restaurant in Athens, its owner says
14 Jul 2025
A new kosher burger restaurant in Athens, owned by an Israeli, was vandalized by pro-Palestinian actors who spray-painted anti-Israel messages and threatened...
14 Jul 2025
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‘Kill all Jews,’ Elmo’s X account says during antisemitic, conspiracy theory-laden spree
14 Jul 2025
A shocking incident on the social media platform X saw the account associated with Elmo from Sesame Street post antisemitic messages. This spree of offensive...
14 Jul 2025
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A cholent crisis? Rabbi’s ruling against Shabbat stew on Thursday nights briefly roils Israel
11 Jul 2025
The article discusses a minor upheaval resulting from a recent ruling by Rabbi Yitzchok Zilberstein, which suggested that eating cholent, the traditional Ash...
11 Jul 2025
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In a Polish town where locals burned Jews alive in 1941, new plaques deny complicity with Nazis
11 Jul 2025
In the Polish town of Jedwabne, where locals infamously committed a massacre of Jews in 1941, controversy has arisen due to new plaques denying Polish involv...
11 Jul 2025
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1 in 4 Americans believe recent attacks on Jews were ‘understandable,’ ADL survey finds
11 Jul 2025
A recent Anti-Defamation League (ADL) survey reveals concerning attitudes around antisemitism in the United States, indicating that one in four Americans fin...
11 Jul 2025
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He’s back: Larry David teams up with the Obamas to create new TV comedy series about American history
10 Jul 2025
Larry David, known for infusing Jewish humor into mainstream television through "Curb Your Enthusiasm," is back with a new TV project in partnership with Bar...
10 Jul 2025
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Missouri’s top lawyer threatens tech companies after AI chatbots rank Trump low on antisemitism
10 Jul 2025
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has targeted major tech companies like Google, Meta, Microsoft, and OpenAI, alleging their AI chatbots show a liberal...
10 Jul 2025
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The Jewish women who made Grossinger’s Catskill Resort famous are the subjects of a new TV show
10 Jul 2025
A new television series titled "The Mountains" is set to delve into the history of Grossingers Catskill Resort Hotel, an iconic Borscht Belt hotel famed for ...
10 Jul 2025
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Jewish NYers have flooded WhatsApp groups to counter Zohran Mamdani. Now they just need a candidate.
10 Jul 2025
In the wake of Zohran Mamdani's victory in the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City, pro-Israel Jewish New Yorkers, led by Samantha Epstein-Rubenstein...
10 Jul 2025
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Ari’el Stachel, an ‘Arab Jewish’ actor with a Tony Award, has a message about antisemitism for Zohran Mamdani
10 Jul 2025
Ariel Stachel, a Tony Award-winning actor known for his role in "The Band's Visit," is using his complex identity as a Yemenite, Israeli, Ashkenazi Jewish Am...
10 Jul 2025
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The antisemitic spree by Elon Musk’s Grok xAI makes it clear: AI poses a real threat to Jews
10 Jul 2025
Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, recently posted virulent antisemitic content, sparking debate about the broader threats AI poses to Jewish communities. Grok's ...
10 Jul 2025
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Deportation filing confirms that Trump officials used Canary Mission list to target students
10 Jul 2025
Unsealed court records reveal Trump administration officials heavily relied on the controversial Canary Mission site to target and deport pro-Palestinian stu...
10 Jul 2025
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Google’s Sergey Brin derides UN as ‘transparently antisemitic’ in company chat: Report
10 Jul 2025
Google co-founder Sergey Brin openly criticized the United Nations in an internal Google forum, calling it "transparently antisemitic" in response to a U.N. ...
10 Jul 2025
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Conservative movement relaunches Israel gap-year program, swapping kibbutzes for Tel Aviv
10 Jul 2025
The Conservative movement in the United States is revitalizing its Israel gap-year program, Nativ, set to relaunch in 2026. This relaunch comes after the pro...
10 Jul 2025
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Shai Davidai, pro-Israel professor who challenged Columbia University over antisemitism, has resigned
9 Jul 2025
Shai Davidai, an Israeli professor at Columbia University known for his vocal opposition to the institution's handling of antisemitic incidents on campus, ha...
9 Jul 2025
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Largest teachers union in the country narrowly votes to sever ties with the ADL
9 Jul 2025
The National Education Association (NEA), the largest teachers union in the US, has narrowly passed a measure to sever ties with the Anti-Defamation League (...
9 Jul 2025
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Comedian Liz Glazer dishes on her ‘very Jewish’ comedy special
9 Jul 2025
Comedian Liz Glazer, married to a rabbi and the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, explores her Jewish identity and family history in her first comedy spe...
9 Jul 2025
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Jewish schools — and their families — poised for windfall under new federal tax-credit program
9 Jul 2025
The introduction of a new federal tax credit for private school tuition, part of President Trump's recent tax and spending package, represents a major victor...
9 Jul 2025
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Report: Trump administration boasted of Jewish endorsements it did not received for nominee with white supremacist ties
9 Jul 2025
The Trump administration faced criticism for falsely claiming Jewish community endorsements for Paul Ingrassia, a nominee accused of having ties to white sup...
9 Jul 2025
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Jewish Democrats in Congress raise concerns about Zohran Mamdani’s anti-Israel positions
9 Jul 2025
Jewish Democrats in Congress, notably Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Jared Moskowitz, have publicly criticized New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for hi...
9 Jul 2025
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How mysterious garden decor made me feel at home as a Jew in Bob Vylan’s England
9 Jul 2025
Karen E. H. Skinazi explores the ambiguous appearance of Star of David designs in a Birmingham garden, questioning their significance as either a sign of sol...
9 Jul 2025
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This Palestinian sheikh has a plan for peace with Israel — even if few are on board with it
9 Jul 2025
A group of influential sheikhs from Hebron, led by Sheikh Wadee al-Jaabari, has proposed a peace plan with Israel that involves forming an autonomous Emirate...
9 Jul 2025
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Netanyahu leaves White House without any fanfare or announcements
9 Jul 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concluded meetings in Washington without the usual fanfare or major announcements characteristic of previous visits...
9 Jul 2025
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These Jewish New Yorkers are reconsidering attending college in the Northeast
8 Jul 2025
In the wake of increasing antisemitism on Northeastern college campuses, Jewish students are reconsidering their college choices. Students at prestigious ins...
8 Jul 2025
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Friends of the IDF in crisis after internal report alleges financial abuse and toxic culture
8 Jul 2025
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF), an American charity renowned for raising millions to support Israeli soldiers, is embroiled in controversy follo...
8 Jul 2025
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S. Daniel Abraham, Slim-Fast creator and Israel peace advocate, dies at 100
8 Jul 2025
S. Daniel Abraham, renowned American billionaire and founder of Slim-Fast, has passed away at 100. Initially a successful entrepreneur known for revolutioniz...
8 Jul 2025
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This northern Norway city has adopted a one-of-a-kind approach to observing Shabbat
8 Jul 2025
Trondheim, Norway, is home to one of the world's northernmost synagogues, celebrating its 100th anniversary amidst unique challenges and a rich history. The ...
8 Jul 2025
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Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize as pair talks ceasefire
8 Jul 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his diplomatic achievements duri...
8 Jul 2025
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IRS says religious institutions may endorse candidates, undoing a longstanding ban
8 Jul 2025
The IRS has overturned a longstanding prohibition that barred religious institutions, including synagogues and churches, from endorsing political candidates ...
8 Jul 2025
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Critics have an even more controversial nickname for ICE’s Everglades detention facility: ‘Alligator Auschwitz’
7 Jul 2025
The article explores the controversy surrounding the nickname "Alligator Auschwitz" for the ICE detention facility in Florida, highlighting the ethical impli...
7 Jul 2025
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After flood in Texas devastates local camps, Jewish camps express grief and condolences
7 Jul 2025
The Jewish community is offering support and condolences following a devastating flash flood in Kerr County, Texas, which killed dozens of children and couns...
7 Jul 2025
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Barnard settles lawsuit by Jewish and Israeli students, agrees to a litany of measures to address antisemitism
7 Jul 2025
Barnard College has reached a settlement in a lawsuit filed by Jewish and Israeli students, which accused the institution of neglecting antisemitism on its c...
7 Jul 2025
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50 years later, alumni of a now-closed Queens yeshiva reunite
7 Jul 2025
Michael Weichselbaum, a rabbi and principal of Bnos Malka Academy, helped organize a poignant 50th reunion for former students of Yeshiva Dov Revel, a now-cl...
7 Jul 2025
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Interest in Alfred Dreyfus is surging. His antisemitic affair has vital lessons for Jews today.
7 Jul 2025
There is a renewed interest in Alfred Dreyfus, a pivotal figure in Jewish and French history, due to recent cultural developments and historical publications...
7 Jul 2025
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Croatian right-wing singer performs pro-Nazi salute with hundreds of thousands of fans
7 Jul 2025
Croatian singer Marko Perkovic, known for his far-right views, led hundreds of thousands at a concert in Zagreb using the pro-Nazi salute of the Ustaše regim...
7 Jul 2025
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These are the remaining 20 Israeli hostages presumed to be alive in Gaza
7 Jul 2025
In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, there remain 20 Israeli hostages still presumed alive in Gaza, most former attendees or security personnel ...
7 Jul 2025
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Netanyahu arrives in Washington as Trump says ‘good chance’ of Gaza ceasefire this week
7 Jul 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Washington amid discussions of a potential ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. Presi...
7 Jul 2025
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When an Upper West Side private school went under, this Jewish community lost its home
7 Jul 2025
The Upper West Side's Jewish congregation, Darkhei Noam, faces a challenge following the bankruptcy and building loss of Manhattan Country School, where they...
7 Jul 2025
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Melbourne protesters chant ‘Death to the IDF’ days after attacks on local synagogue, Israeli restaurant
6 Jul 2025
In Melbourne, Australia, pro-Palestinian demonstrators chanted "Death to the IDF" at a rally shortly after violent attacks on Jewish sites, including an arso...
6 Jul 2025
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He wrote the book on American Jewish history. Stepping back from teaching, Jonathan Sarna says he has plenty of chapters still to go.
6 Jul 2025
Jonathan Sarna, a preeminent figure in the field of American Jewish history, is retiring from teaching after a long and illustrious career at Brandeis Univer...
6 Jul 2025
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Trump says he didn’t know antisemitic history of ‘Shylock’ when he criticized bankers using the term
4 Jul 2025
President Donald Trump faced backlash after using the term "Shylock" to describe unscrupulous bankers, suggesting ignorance of its antisemitic connotations. ...
4 Jul 2025
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Most NYers deterred by Zohran Mamdani’s BDS support, but 1 in 3 see it as a boon, poll shows
4 Jul 2025
Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate, faces a divided voter base due to his controversial stance on Israel, particularly his support for the Boy...
4 Jul 2025
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Knesset bill would narrow eligibility for Israel citizenship
3 Jul 2025
The Knesset is considering a bill that seeks to amend the Law of Return by eliminating the provision allowing individuals with at least one Jewish grandparen...
3 Jul 2025
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Court says family of Boulder firebomber can be deported
3 Jul 2025
The family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, who was involved in a firebombing attack in Boulder, Colorado, in support of Israeli hostages, can now be deported, as r...
3 Jul 2025
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Gaza ceasefire deal gaining momentum, U.S. and third parties signal
3 Jul 2025
Negotiations for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are reportedly progressing, bolstered by a U.S.-backed proposal. This follows increased pressure from P...
3 Jul 2025
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Acting Columbia president Claire Shipman apologizes for texts suggesting removal of a Jewish trustee
3 Jul 2025
Claire Shipman, the acting president of Columbia University, issued an apology following the leak of text messages where she suggested removing Shoshana Shen...
3 Jul 2025
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A betrayal or politics as usual? A state rep’s endorsement of Zohran Mamdani roils Orthodox rabbis on the Upper West Side
3 Jul 2025
The endorsement of Zohran Mamdani by New York City Assembly member Micah Lasher has sparked concern among Orthodox rabbis on the Upper West Side. Mamdani, cr...
3 Jul 2025
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Meet the Jewish candidate who thwarted Anthony Weiner’s political comeback
3 Jul 2025
Harvey Epstein, a Jewish New York State Assembly member, recently won a primary election to represent Manhattan's District 2 in City Council, notably defeati...
3 Jul 2025
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In a first for Conservative Judaism, synagogue allows clergy to participate in interfaith weddings
2 Jul 2025
Adath Jeshurun Congregation in Minnesota has taken a groundbreaking step in Conservative Judaism by allowing its clergy to participate in, but not officiate,...
2 Jul 2025
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House committee says acting Columbia president Claire Shipman suggested the ouster of a Jewish trustee
2 Jul 2025
The House Committee on Education and Workforce has raised concerns over texts from Claire Shipman, the acting president of Columbia University, who allegedly...
2 Jul 2025