Milan, Lombardy, Italy

The boycott of Israel is increasingly targeting individuals

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 17 Jun

Amid intensifying boycott movements against Israel, individual Israelis, even those critical of their government, are increasingly targeted.

0 Politics Jewish Law

A Lebanese Zionist’s longshot bid to reshape the Middle East

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 15 Jun

Hagar Hajjar Chemali, a Lebanese-American with a diverse religious heritage, is pioneering an unofficial backchannel to foster peace between Lebanon and Israel, two nations with a long history of conflict.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ Is Actually So Jewish

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 8 May

Lior Zaltzman explores the understated Jewish elements in "The Devil Wears Prada," revealing how both the book and film carry Jewish connections that many fans may not have realized.

0 Antisemitism Culture

Fortnite tops ADL’s new ‘leaderboard’ ranking video games on antisemitism safeguards

Grace Gilson in Forward · 26 Mar

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has launched its inaugural Online Gaming Leaderboard to assess how well online multiplayer games counter antisemitism and extremism.

0 Politics Sports

Yaron Lischinsky’s brother, Jewish hockey stars Jack and Quinn Hughes among guests at Trump’s State of the Union

Grace Gilson in JTA · 24 Feb

At President Donald Trump's State of the Union Address, Hanan Lischinsky, brother of an Israeli embassy staffer killed in a violent act of antisemitism, was invited as a guest to honor his advocacy against extremism.

0 Sports Culture

Jewish hockey star Jack Hughes’ overtime goal propels US to historic gold medal in Olympic hockey

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 22 Feb

Jack Hughes, the Jewish hockey star for the New Jersey Devils, clinched a historic gold medal for the U.S. men's hockey team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

0 Sports Culture

American Jewish speedskater Emery Lehman wins silver in final Winter Olympics

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 17 Feb

Emery Lehman, a prominent Jewish speedskater and four-time Olympian from Chicago, secured a silver medal in the men's team pursuit at the 2026 Winter Olympics, marking his second career Olympic medal.

0 Sports Antisemitism

Swiss broadcaster removes footage of host criticizing Israeli bobsled team during its first Milan runs

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 17 Feb

During the Israeli bobsled team's historic first appearance at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, a Swiss sportscaster's critical commentary sparked controversy.

0 Sports Israel

This 37-Year-Old Veterinarian Just Made Israeli Olympic History

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 13 Feb

Dr. Attila Mihly Kertsz, a 37-year-old veterinarian from Hungary, made history as the first Israeli to compete in cross-country skiing at the Olympics.

0 Sports Communities

Israel’s bobsled team is chasing more than medals in its first Olympic outing in Milan

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 13 Feb

Adam AJ Edelman, captain of Israel's bobsled team and the first Orthodox Jewish athlete in the Winter Olympics, is set to compete in the 2026 Milan Games.

0 Sports Israel

What To Know About ‘Shul Runnings,’ the Bobsled Team Representing Israel in the Winter Olympics

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 9 Feb

The Israeli bobsled team, humorously named Shul Runnings, is set to make its debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics, thanks to the dedication of Adam A.J. Edelman, the first Orthodox athlete to compete in the Winter Olympics in 2018.

0 Politics Culture

Italian rapper Ghali’s planned Winter Olympics set draws backlash over his Gaza advocacy

Grace Gilson in Forward · 30 Jan

Italian rapper Ghali's planned performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan has sparked controversy due to his past criticism of Israel.

0 Communities History

Milan’s Jewish Past, Present—and Olympic Future

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah · 6 Jan

Milan, Italy, a city known for its architectural grandeur and rich cultural history, is also home to a vibrant Jewish community with a presence dating back to Roman times.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Douglas Murray: The War Israel Won—and the One the West Is Losing

Douglas Murray in The Free Press · 6 Oct 2025

Douglas Murray reflects on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, highlighting how Israel has managed significant military victories against its adversaries, including Hamas and Hezbollah, over the past two years.

0 Politics Israel

Let my people leave — by land or by sea

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 18 Jun 2025

Amid heightened tensions and military action between Israel and Iran, thousands of foreigners, including Americans, found themselves stranded in Israel due to the closure of Israeli airspace.

0 Culture Israel

Once-isolated Albania hopes for Israeli tourist boom with launch of El Al direct flights

Larry Luxner in JTA · 28 Mar 2025

With El Al launching direct flights from Tel Aviv to Tirana, Albania is positioning itself as a prime destination for Israeli tourists, drawn by its rich history, natural beauty, and burgeoning cultural and economic ties.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Elon Musk makes Holocaust jokes after Netanyahu defends him as ‘great friend of Israel’

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 23 Jan 2025

Following accusations of Nazi salutes at a Trump rally, Elon Musk faced backlash for making Holocaust jokes online.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Adam Schiff is sworn into Senate on edition of Maimonides’ Jewish legal code printed in 1490

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 9 Dec 2024

Adam Schiff, newly elected Democratic senator from California, chose a historical edition of Maimonides' Mishneh Torah, printed in 1490 in Milan by the Soncino family, for his swearing-in.

0 History Holocaust

Havana, 1939

David Lehman in Tablet · 4 Dec 2024

David Lehman's article recounts his uncle Leo Liebe's journey as a Jewish refugee during WWII.

0 Culture Language

Trying to Save Ladino

Alan Grabinsky in Tablet · 13 Jun 2017

Alan Grabinsky explores the challenges faced by the Sephardic community in preserving the Ladino language at the Erensya summit in Mexico City.

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