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Why Jewish teens aren’t speaking out about the NYC mayoral election, despite their strong feelings
28 Oct
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
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US soldiers stationed in Kiryat Gat turn sleepy Israeli city into an unexpected hotspot
27 Oct
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
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Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum joins Mamdani rally with progressive leaders in Queens
27 Oct
Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, known for championing LGBTQ rights, joined progressive leaders, including Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, to support Zoh...
27 Oct
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Anyone saying Jews face a simple choice in the NYC mayoral election is not paying attention
27 Oct
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
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Trump sets deadline for Hamas to release hostages’ bodies as Egyptian team enters Gaza to help
27 Oct
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
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Ireland elects left-wing politician with record of anti-Israel rhetoric as president
27 Oct
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
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Philip Roth’s latest biographer wants Jews to read him again — without the guilt
26 Oct
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
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These rabbis didn’t sign their colleagues’ anti-Mamdani letter. Here’s why.
24 Oct
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
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The Jewish Museum has just completed a major renovation. Here are 7 highlights.
24 Oct
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
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Advocates decry ‘pogrom on the playground’ after Jewish children targeted in Chicago suburb on Oct. 7
24 Oct
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
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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
Amid backlash from both the Trump administration and the potential Saudi normalization talks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu navigates domestic an...
24 Oct
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Cuomo slammed for ‘Islamophobia’ after interview with Jewish shock jock Sid Rosenberg
24 Oct
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
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Katherine Janus Kahn, illustrator of ‘Sammy Spider’ Jewish children’s books, dies at 83
24 Oct
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
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Our communal definition of Jewish security is too limited. We need a wider one.
24 Oct
Rachel Sumekh addresses the narrow definition of Jewish security, emphasizing that it extends beyond physical safety measures like metal detectors and securi...
24 Oct
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‘The church is asleep right now’: Ted Cruz calls on Christians to confront right-wing antisemitism
24 Oct
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
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Netflix drops Season 2 of ‘Nobody Wants This,’ returning Rabbi Noah and interfaith dilemmas to TV screens
24 Oct
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
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Trump nominee for Kuwait ambassador, grilled at confirmation hearing, loses support over Israel views
23 Oct
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
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Their anti-Mamdani letter makes it clear: Rabbis face pressure that fractures us all
23 Oct
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
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Bernie Sanders downplays Graham Platner’s Nazi tattoo: ‘There might be one or two more important issues’
23 Oct
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
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NYC mayoral candidates clash over Jewish safety — again — on debate stage
23 Oct
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
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JD Vance condemns Knesset vote on West Bank annexation as ‘very stupid’
23 Oct
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
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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
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
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These Jewish baked goods made the New York Times’ list of ‘25 Essential Pastries’ in NYC
22 Oct
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
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ADL calls for antisemitism questions as NYC mayoral candidates debate for a 2nd and final time
22 Oct
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
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NJ Republican gubernatorial nominee faces backlash after aide says he wouldn’t take ‘money from Jews’
22 Oct
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
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Israeli pop star remakes AI music video showing war’s end with real scenes of freed hostages
22 Oct
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
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In Jerusalem, Vance and Netanyahu reject idea that Israel is a ‘vassal state’ of the US
22 Oct
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
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Saul Rubinek’s new one-man show asks, Is there ever a right time to play Shylock?
22 Oct
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
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Trump nominee who said he had a ‘Nazi streak’ forced out before Senate confirmation hearing
22 Oct
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
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Prominent Jewish figures call for sanctions on Israel: ‘The ceasefire must be the beginning, not the end.’
22 Oct
The article discusses a letter signed by prominent Jewish figures and celebrities, urging continued international pressure on Israel following a recent cease...
22 Oct
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Graham Platner, populist progressive running for Senate in Maine, reveals Nazi tattoo on his chest
22 Oct
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
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Jewish fears about Zohran Mamdani reveal more about us than about him — and it’s a problem
22 Oct
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
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We need a ‘Great Schlep’ from Park Avenue to Park Slope to turn out Jews against Zohran Mamdani
22 Oct
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
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Federal judge allows Northwestern to block enrollment for students who boycotted antisemitism training
21 Oct
Northwestern University faced legal challenges after implementing mandatory antisemitism training, which a judge ruled could be enforced despite protests. A ...
21 Oct
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On Friday, the rabbi circles Manhattan — now with tech support to protect an essential Shabbat tool
21 Oct
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
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She converted during the pandemic. Israeli immigration officials say her Zoom course doesn’t count
21 Oct
Isabella Vinci's application for Israeli citizenship under the Law of Return was denied by Israel's Population and Immigration Authority due to her conversio...
21 Oct
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JD Vance arrives in Israel as ceasefire totters: ‘We are in a very good place’
21 Oct
JD Vance, visiting Israel as Vice President, expressed optimism regarding the Middle East ceasefire brokered by the Trump administration, despite recent viol...
21 Oct
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Daniel Naroditsky, Jewish chess grandmaster and influential streamer, dies at 29
21 Oct
Daniel Naroditsky, a prominent Jewish chess grandmaster and influential online figure, has passed away unexpectedly at 29. Renowned for his strategic writing...
21 Oct
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In appearance with Elisha Wiesel, Cuomo escalates ‘antisemitism’ attack on Mamdani
21 Oct
In a recent event, Andrew Cuomo intensified his criticisms of mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of antisemitism, a stance previously unspoken by...
21 Oct
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My Jewish studies students aren’t talking about Israel or antisemitism. They told me why.
21 Oct
Jewish studies students at Tulane University, largely Jewish themselves, are consciously avoiding discussions about antisemitism and Israel in their classes....
21 Oct
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A US military base canceled a children’s event celebrating a pioneering Jewish woman cyclist, citing DEI ban
21 Oct
A children's event at a U.S. military base celebrating Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, the pioneering 19th-century Jewish female cyclist, was canceled due to a ban o...
21 Oct
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Thousands of haredi Orthodox Jews protest Israeli military draft in New York City
20 Oct
New York City saw a significant protest of over 10,000 haredi Orthodox Jewish men outside the Israeli consulate, organized by the Central Rabbinical Congress...
20 Oct
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Prominent NYC rabbi urges congregants to vote against Zohran Mamdani in Shabbat sermon
20 Oct
In a politically charged sermon, Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove of Park Avenue Synagogue urged his congregation to vote against Zohran Mamdani, citing concerns over M...
20 Oct
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Ro Khanna, Democratic critic of Israel, says he supports Zionism and the ‘right for Israel to exist’
20 Oct
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna of California, known for his criticism of certain Israeli policies, has articulated his support for Zionism and the existenc...
20 Oct
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Arthur Waskow, activist rabbi who brought Jewish spiritual wisdom to bear on progressive politics, dies at 92
20 Oct
Rabbi Arthur Waskow, a pivotal figure in the Jewish Renewal movement and a champion of progressive causes, has passed away at the age of 92. Known for pionee...
20 Oct
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After describing deal on ’60 Minutes,’ Witkoff and Kushner head to Israel as truce teeters
20 Oct
Tensions remain high between Israel and Hamas as deaths of two Israeli soldiers in Gaza threaten the delicate ceasefire brokered by the U.S., involving negot...
20 Oct
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At a synagogue meeting about how to beat Mamdani, Sliwa faces calls to exit NYC mayor’s race
19 Oct
In a gathering at Fifth Avenue Synagogue, members discussed strategies to defeat Zohran Mamdani's candidacy for New York City mayor. With Mamdani's views on ...
19 Oct
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NY State Young Republicans chapter disbanded amid racist, antisemitic chat scandal
17 Oct
The New York State Young Republicans organization has been disbanded following a scandal involving leaked group chats containing antisemitic, racist, and hom...
17 Oct
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Palestinian man who allegedly participated in Oct. 7 attack on Israel arrested in Louisiana
17 Oct
Federal authorities arrested Mahmoud Amin Yaqub Al-Muhtadi in Louisiana, accusing him of involvement in the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attacks on Israel, mar...
17 Oct
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Far-right UK activist Tommy Robinson visits Israel on invite of Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli
17 Oct
Tommy Robinson, a well-known far-right activist from the UK with a history of anti-Muslim rhetoric and a criminal record, visited Israel on the invitation of...
17 Oct