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At White House Hanukkah party, Trump says Congress ‘is becoming antisemitic’
17 Dec 2025
At a White House Hanukkah celebration, former President Donald Trump addressed his claims that Congress and universities are becoming increasingly antisemiti...
17 Dec 2025
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Australia's Yiddish community is thriving, not reviving
17 Dec 2025
In an article challenging recent portrayals of Australia's Jewish community as experiencing a Yiddish revival, Maia Evrona emphasizes the longstanding, vibra...
17 Dec 2025
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Jewish identity surges after Bondi, highlighting internal divisions — and the potential for renewed Black-Jewish cooperation
17 Dec 2025
In light of increasing antisemitism post the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, many American Jews initially hid their identities for fear of violence. However, f...
17 Dec 2025
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What can really be done to prevent antisemitic attacks like Bondi Beach?
17 Dec 2025
In the aftermath of an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Jay Michaelson explores effective strategies for combating antisemitism. He critiques the c...
17 Dec 2025
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I'm a neuroscientist. Here's why Ahmed al Ahmed’s bravery at Bondi Beach strains our narratives.
17 Dec 2025
The heroic actions of Ahmed al Ahmed, a Muslim fruit-seller who intervened to stop a terrorist attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, challenge the prev...
17 Dec 2025
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The Israel news we don’t hear – and the forces that silence us
17 Dec 2025
Aviya Kushner highlights the overlooked positive developments in Israel, such as the remarkable 90% rise in Israeli stock market values, contrasted against t...
17 Dec 2025
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In making a Christian case for Shabbat, Charlie Kirk stripped off its Judaism
16 Dec 2025
Charlie Kirk's posthumous book, "Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life," attempts to make a Christian case for observin...
16 Dec 2025
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Christians are displaying menorahs in their windows post-Bondi Beach attack. Why some Jews object
16 Dec 2025
Following the horrendous attack at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, some Christians have started displaying menorahs as a gesture of support for their Jewish neig...
16 Dec 2025
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My religion was 'None of the above,' until Oct. 7 and now Bondi
16 Dec 2025
In his poignant reflection, David Weill describes his journey from religious ambiguity to embracing his Jewish identity against the backdrop of rising global...
16 Dec 2025
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This Pennsylvania rabbi fuses liberal Judaism with Hasidic Yiddish
16 Dec 2025
Rabbi Cody Bahir, the new head of a Conservative congregation in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, uniquely blends liberal Judaism with Hasidic Yiddish culture. Bo...
16 Dec 2025
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Why Sydney’s Hanukkah attack was not a surprise to hate researchers
16 Dec 2025
The tragic attack on a Jewish Hanukkah gathering in Sydney's Bondi Beach, where 15 people died, underscores a troubling rise in antisemitism both globally an...
16 Dec 2025
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JD Vance: 'There’s a difference between not liking Israel' and antisemitism
16 Dec 2025
Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy with remarks suggesting that reducing immigration is the key to mitigating antisemitism in the United States. He ...
16 Dec 2025
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Antisemitism tensions rise as NYC Young Republicans host white nationalists, conspiracy theorists at annual gala
16 Dec 2025
The New York Young Republican Club's annual gala in December 2025 generated significant controversy due to the inclusion of far-right figures known for antis...
16 Dec 2025
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Australia’s Jewish community is defined by Holocaust survivors, Yiddishkeit and immigrants
15 Dec 2025
Australia's Jewish community, deeply influenced by Holocaust survivors and bolstered by a growing number of South African immigrants, faced tragedy at the Bo...
15 Dec 2025
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Australia welcomed my family’s Holocaust survivors — and Bondi Beach soon became a symbol of renewal for me
15 Dec 2025
The narrative by Andy Carvin explores his discovery of an Australian branch of his family, descendants of Holocaust survivors who fled Europe. Through a sere...
15 Dec 2025
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Sydney Opera House lit by giant menorah as vigils for Bondi Beach victims take place across Australia
15 Dec 2025
The Sydney Opera House was illuminated with a giant menorah in a poignant tribute to the 15 victims of a recent antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah event on Bon...
15 Dec 2025
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Columbia professor Mahmood Mamdani, father of NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, criticizes university over antisemitism and protests
15 Dec 2025
Columbia University professor Mahmood Mamdani, father of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, has criticized Columbia University's leadership and its ap...
15 Dec 2025
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The Maccabees taught us persistence and hope – even when the light flickers, as it has this Hanukkah
15 Dec 2025
Vanessa Aronson reflects on how the Hanukkah story and Jewish traditions of resilience and intellectual engagement have guided her journey from Catholicism t...
15 Dec 2025
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Rob Reiner asked the big questions. His death leaves us searching for answers.
15 Dec 2025
The unexpected death of Rob Reiner, a beloved director and cultural icon, leaves the world grappling with questions similar to those he posed throughout his ...
15 Dec 2025
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Drive-by shooting targets Jewish family’s Hanukkah display, police in California town say
15 Dec 2025
In Redlands, California, a Jewish family celebrating Hanukkah with inflatable decorations was the target of a drive-by attack involving an airsoft gun. The a...
15 Dec 2025
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Alyssa Katz named next Editor-in-Chief of the Forward
15 Dec 2025
Alyssa Katz has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief of the Forward, a leading Jewish publication, effective January 2026. Katz brings a wealth of exper...
15 Dec 2025
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At Chabad Hanukkah party in California, hours after Bondi Beach massacre, joy defied grief’s shadow
15 Dec 2025
Amidst the backdrop of tragedy from a terror attack at a Chabad event in Sydney, the Jewish community of Pacific Palisades, California, gathered for a Hanukk...
15 Dec 2025
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In the fight against K-12 antisemitism, we are grateful for allies – but are not afraid to call out antisemitism when we see it
15 Dec 2025
Lauren Steinberg highlights the ongoing struggle against antisemitism in K-12 education, emphasizing the essential role of alliances with educators and union...
15 Dec 2025
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Her daughter left the Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration just before the shooting, then asked, ‘Mommy, why do they hate us so much?’
15 Dec 2025
In the aftermath of a tragic mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney, the Jewish community mourns the loss of lives, including Rabbi E...
15 Dec 2025
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Will laying tefillin make a difference? A rabbi responds to his cousin’s murder in Australia attack
15 Dec 2025
The article reflects on the aftermath of a tragic terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, where 15 people were killed during a Chanukah event organized by Chabad of...
15 Dec 2025
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New York Jewish leaders at menorah lighting call for solidarity and pride after Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack
15 Dec 2025
In response to the tragic attack on a Chabad Hanukkah party in Sydney that left 15 dead, New York City Jewish leaders and community members gathered at a men...
15 Dec 2025
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Father and son suspects in Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack identified as Sajid and Naveed Akram by law enforcement
15 Dec 2025
Australian authorities have identified Sajid and Naveed Akram as the perpetrators of a mass shooting at a Jewish event in Bondi Beach, Sydney, resulting in S...
15 Dec 2025
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Actor-Director Rob Reiner dies at 78
15 Dec 2025
Rob Reiner, beloved actor-director known for film classics like "The Princess Bride" and "When Harry Met Sally," tragically passed away at 78 alongside his w...
15 Dec 2025
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After Australia shooting, Jewish leaders say Mamdani’s refusal to condemn ‘globalize the intifada’ has consequences
14 Dec 2025
The tragic shooting targeting a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, which resulted in at least 15 deaths, has intensified criticism towards New York City Mayor-e...
14 Dec 2025
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Bondi Beach attack transforms global Hanukkah celebrations into acts of defiance — with added security
14 Dec 2025
Following a tragic shooting at a Chabad Hanukkah party in Australia, Jewish communities worldwide, led by Chabad emissaries, have turned their Hanukkah celeb...
14 Dec 2025
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The call of this Hanukkah moment remains simple and urgent: Light candles everywhere. Even when we're under attack.
14 Dec 2025
In light of a devastating massacre in Sydney targeting Jews, Alon Shalev emphasizes the urgent need to uphold the Hanukkah tradition of publicly lighting men...
14 Dec 2025
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Australia shooting terrifies Jews worldwide — and strengthens the case for Israel
14 Dec 2025
A horrific terrorist attack targeting Jews during a Hanukkah party in Sydney has sent shockwaves through Jewish communities worldwide, highlighting the persi...
14 Dec 2025
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These are the victims of the Bondi Beach Hanukkah celebration shooting in Sydney
14 Dec 2025
A tragic shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney's Bondi Beach claimed the lives of 11 individuals, including a local rabbi, a Holocaust survivor, and a...
14 Dec 2025
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The 3 responses to the Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack that could make Jews safer
14 Dec 2025
In the aftermath of a deadly Hanukkah attack at Bondi Beach, Dan Perry examines the broader implications of antisemitic violence and proposes three strategie...
14 Dec 2025
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US leaders condemn ‘vile act of antisemitic terror’ after deadly Hanukkah attack in Australia
14 Dec 2025
A deadly antisemitic attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney, has claimed at least 15 lives, prompting strong condemnations from U.S. and...
14 Dec 2025
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Timeline: How attacks on Jews in Australia have been growing since Oct. 7
14 Dec 2025
Since the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel, antisemitic incidents in Australia have surged dramatically, culminating in a deadly mass shooting at a...
14 Dec 2025
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Bondi Beach witnesses, including antisemitism activist, describe grim scene after Hanukkah attack
14 Dec 2025
In a tragic attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney, during a Hanukkah celebration on December 14, 2025, perpetrators opened fire, resulting in the death of 11 people,...
14 Dec 2025
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I grew up believing Australia was the best place to be Jewish. This Hanukkah shooting forces a reckoning I do not want.
14 Dec 2025
In a poignant reflection, Nomi Kaltmann explores the shifting landscape of Jewish safety and identity in Australia after a tragic shooting at a Hanukkah cele...
14 Dec 2025
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The 7 political stories Jews will be watching in 2026
14 Dec 2025
In 2026, the Jewish community will be closely monitoring several major political developments, especially those affecting U.S.-Israel relations and local Jew...
14 Dec 2025
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How Eastern Europe's Jews celebrated a merry 'nitl' Christmas
14 Dec 2025
In a fresh exploration of Jewish cultural history, Andrew Silow-Carroll discusses how Yiddish-speaking Jews in Eastern Europe navigated traditions around Chr...
14 Dec 2025
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Hanukkah shooting leaves at least 15 dead at Australia's most popular beach
14 Dec 2025
A devastating shooting occurred at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach in Sydney, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 individuals, including a Chabad ra...
14 Dec 2025
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High schoolers’ ‘human swastika’ on football field shakes San Jose Jewish community
12 Dec 2025
An incident at Branham High School in San Jose, California, where students formed a human swastika on the football field, has caused a major uproar in the lo...
12 Dec 2025
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Nashville Jewish community center sues Goyim Defense League over alleged campaign of intimidation
12 Dec 2025
The Gordon Jewish Community Center in Nashville has initiated a federal civil rights lawsuit against the neo-Nazi group Goyim Defense League, citing a campai...
12 Dec 2025
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Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, beloved Jewish Theological Seminary professor and author, dies at 73
12 Dec 2025
Rabbi Eliezer Diamond, a cherished educator at the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) for 35 years, passed away at 73 after battling cancer. His teaching and ...
12 Dec 2025
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Trump’s National Security Strategy reveals a painful truth: Israel is newly vulnerable
12 Dec 2025
Dan Perry examines the implications of the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy under President Trump for Israel, highlighting a shift from values-based dipl...
12 Dec 2025
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What is the state of American Zionism today, and how did we get here?
12 Dec 2025
Elliot Cosgrove analyzes the current state of American Zionism by reflecting on its historical roots and evolution, amid a backdrop of complex American-Jewis...
12 Dec 2025
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What this year’s Hallmark Hanukkah movie says about America
12 Dec 2025
The 2025 Hallmark Hanukkah movie, "Oy to the World," reveals much about the position of Judaism within mainstream American culture. Despite its past attempts...
12 Dec 2025
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We are living in Peak Latke, and I think I know why
12 Dec 2025
In an age readily defined by social media and constant connectivity, the art of making latkes—the traditional Jewish potato pancake—has experienced a renaiss...
12 Dec 2025
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In a state with few Jews, how teachers introduce students to Hanukkah
12 Dec 2025
In Montana, where Jewish populations are sparse, the Montana Jewish Project is utilizing Hanukkah curriculum boxes to introduce schoolchildren to the festiva...
12 Dec 2025
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Can Jewish tradition help you stay sane when all your bosses are ‘idiots’?
11 Dec 2025
In her final column for Bintel Brief, Beth Harpaz addresses a plea for guidance from someone exasperated with incompetent bosses by drawing on Jewish texts a...
11 Dec 2025