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Rob Reiner urges resilience in video address for Holocaust survivor event — recorded just weeks before his murder

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

Film director Rob Reiner delivered a poignant address for the Claims Conference Holocaust survivor event, recorded shortly before he and his wife, Michele, were tragically murdered.

0 Communities Holidays

In India, my Jewish community celebrates Hanukkah not with fear, but in belonging

Nissim Pingle in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

The Jewish community in India, primarily based in Mumbai and consisting of about 4,500 people, stands as a testament to cultural integration and belonging, celebrated during Hanukkah with the vibrant Khai Fest.

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The Jewish Creator of ‘Wicked’ Wrote This Catchy Hanukkah Song

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 19 Dec 2025

Stephen Schwartz, renowned composer of musicals like Wicked and Godspell, has also contributed to Jewish music with his composition of "The Hanukkah Song (We Are Lights)."

0 Communities Holidays

In Reykjavik, Hanukkah offers a chance for Iceland’s tiny, isolated Jewish community to come together

Jenna Gottlieb in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

In Reykjavik, Iceland's small and isolated Jewish community finds unity and resilience during a public Hanukkah menorah lighting, set against a backdrop of heightened security and global antisemitic violence.

0 Communities Antisemitism

‘The most Australian name’: Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach attack, embodies a nation’s grief

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

The Bondi Beach attack, which claimed 15 lives during a Hanukkah celebration, has struck a deep chord in Australia, particularly with the tragic loss of its youngest victim, 10-year-old Matilda.

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‘The most Australian name’: Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach attack, embodies a nation’s grief

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

The Bondi Beach attack, which claimed 15 lives during a Hanukkah celebration, has struck a deep chord in Australia, particularly with the tragic loss of its youngest victim, 10-year-old Matilda.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Jewish group calls for resignation of California mayor who spread antisemitic Bondi Beach conspiracy theories

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Bay Area is calling for the resignation of Richmond, California Mayor Eduardo Martinez following his reposting of antisemitic conspiracy theories on LinkedIn.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Jewish group calls for resignation of California mayor who spread antisemitic Bondi Beach conspiracy theories

Grace Gilson in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Bay Area is calling for the resignation of Richmond, California Mayor Eduardo Martinez following his reposting of antisemitic conspiracy theories on LinkedIn.

0 Communities Antisemitism

He lost family during the Bondi Beach attack. Hours later, he helped feed 600 unhoused people in LA

Nadav Ziv in Forward · 19 Dec 2025

In the wake of a brutal terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach, Yossi Segelman, despite personal loss, demonstrated resilience by continuing his work at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles, a nonprofit preparing meals for those in need.

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He lost family during the Bondi Beach attack. Hours later, he helped feed 600 unhoused people in LA

Nadav Ziv in Forward · 19 Dec 2025

In the wake of a brutal terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach, Yossi Segelman, despite personal loss, demonstrated resilience by continuing his work at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles, a nonprofit preparing meals for those in need.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Alleged Brown and MIT shooter found dead, capping days of misinformation about antisemitic motive

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 19 Dec 2025

Claudio Neves Valente, identified as the shooter at Brown University and MIT, was found dead, ending a saga rife with misinformation about antisemitic motives.

0 Communities Antisemitism

After the Bondi Chanukah Massacre

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 19 Dec 2025

Peter Beinart reflects on the tragic attack in Bondi during a Chanukah celebration, exploring its implications for the Jewish community and broader society.

0 Politics Ethics

The biggest myth about terrorism is that poverty causes it.

David E. Firester, Ph.D. in Future of Jewish · 19 Dec 2025

David E. Firester challenges the pervasive myth that poverty causes terrorism, arguing instead that it is driven by ideological motivations and strategic incentives.

0 Antisemitism Communities

After the gunshots fade, hate keeps taking its toll

eJewishPhilanthropy · 19 Dec 2025

Antisemitism is resurging with alarming frequency and intensity worldwide, as evidenced by recent violent attacks and acts of vandalism targeting Jewish communities.

0 Holidays Education

Placing the light in the window

eJewishPhilanthropy · 19 Dec 2025

Rabbi Ariana Capptauber reflects on her experiences educating children from diverse backgrounds about Hanukkah in Central Pennsylvania.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Mamdani Is Missing The Point. On Purpose?

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 19 Dec 2025

Gary Rosenblatt critiques Zohran Mamdani, New York City's Mayor-Elect, for his perceived hypocrisy in engaging with Jewish leaders while simultaneously using rhetoric that many see as anti-Israel and potentially antisemitic.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Richmond mayor facing resignation calls over posts calling Sydney massacre 'false flag'

Louis Keene in Forward · 19 Dec 2025

Bay Area Jewish leaders are demanding Richmond Mayor Eduardo Martinez's resignation after he shared and then apologized for LinkedIn posts suggesting the Sydney massacre of Jews was a false flag operation by Israel, and attributing antisemitism to Israeli actions.

0 Politics Communities

This politician refused to say ‘Happy Hanukkah,’ then blamed ‘political correctness’ for the backlash

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 18 Dec 2025

Chris Chadwick, a North Carolina politician and chairman of the Carteret County Board of Commissioners, stirred controversy for refusing to say "Happy Hanukkah," instead defending his stance on emphasizing "Merry Christmas."

0 Politics Holocaust

Why Poland’s president canceled his menorah lighting — and how the West helped make that happen

Lev Golinkin in Forward · 18 Dec 2025

Poland's President Karol Nawrocki has ended the country's presidential menorah lighting tradition, aligning with far-right sentiments and nationalistic views in Poland.

0 Communities Holidays

Harlem Jews asked to add a menorah to a park’s Christmas display. They got a community celebration.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 18 Dec 2025

In Harlem's Montefiore Park, a significant interfaith event marked the first-ever celebration of both Christmas and Hanukkah with a new Festival of Lights.

0 Culture Antisemitism

After Bondi Beach, Wearing my Jewish Star

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 18 Dec 2025

Reflecting on her childhood experiences of keeping her Jewish identity hidden, the author narrates the journey towards embracing her heritage by deciding to wear a Star of David.

0 Culture Antisemitism

After Bondi Beach, Wearing my Jewish Star

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 18 Dec 2025

Reflecting on her childhood experiences of keeping her Jewish identity hidden, the author narrates the journey towards embracing her heritage by deciding to wear a Star of David.

0 Politics Communities

NYC council member draws rebuke for saying Sydney Hanukkah attack merits ‘expulsion of Muslims’

New York Jewish Week Staff in JTA · 18 Dec 2025

In response to the Hanukkah mass shooting in Sydney, which was reportedly linked to ISIS, NYC Republican Council Member Vickie Paladino made controversial comments advocating for the expulsion of Muslims from Western countries.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Are We Afraid to Pause While the Candles Burn?

Rebecca Katz in Lilith · 18 Dec 2025

Rebecca Katz reflects on the often-overlooked practice of pausing to contemplate life during the burning of Hanukkah candles.

0 Politics Antisemitism

4 House Democrats introduce bill that would enact progressive vision for fighting antisemitism

Grace Gilson in JTA · 18 Dec 2025

Four progressive House Democrats have introduced the Antisemitism Response and Prevention Act to address rising antisemitism, particularly in response to a recent attack in Sydney.

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