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As popular YouTuber targets US Orthodox communities, the right grapples with antisemitism

As popular YouTuber targets US Orthodox communities, the right grapples with antisemitism

Tyler Oliveira releases ‘exposes’ about Haredi locales Lakewood and Kiryas Joel, relying on selective interviews, amplifying antisemitic tropes,...

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HarperCollins to publish book of conversations with Chabad emissary slain in Bondi attack

HarperCollins to publish book of conversations with Chabad emissary slain in Bondi attack

Author of ‘Conversations With My Rabbi: Timeless Teachings for a Fractured World’ says Rabbi Eli Schlanger’s ‘legacy, his mission to bring...

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Slain Israeli embassy worker’s brother, US hockey team attend Trump’s State of the Union

Slain Israeli embassy worker’s brother, US hockey team attend Trump’s State of the Union

Yaron Lischinsky’s brother brought by House Speaker Johnson; Jewish hockey stars Jack and Quinn Hughes, along with rest of gold-medal winning team,...

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Anti-Zionist group’s planned protest of keffiyeh ban at Buchenwald memorial sparks outrage

Anti-Zionist group’s planned protest of keffiyeh ban at Buchenwald memorial sparks outrage

A German court has ruled that the former concentration camp may refuse entry to visitors wearing the traditional Palestinian headscarf, which has been...

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Vanderbilt to probe instructor over math question accusing Israel of occupation

Vanderbilt to probe instructor over math question accusing Israel of occupation

‘From the river to the sea, Palestine (…) was approximately 100 km. in 1946,’ read the problem given to calculus students; school says it has...

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UK Jewish leaders condemn vandalism of London bakery accused of ‘funding Israel’

UK Jewish leaders condemn vandalism of London bakery accused of ‘funding Israel’

Chain founded by Israeli bakers is latest food business targeted by protesters; red paint splattered on facade of newly opened north London location

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Renowned Jewish mosaic artist who created Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens dies at 86

Renowned Jewish mosaic artist who created Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens dies at 86

Mourning Isaiah Zagar, Magic Gardens says that he ‘was more than our founder; he was our close friend, teacher, collaborator, and creative...

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South Africa pulls out of Venice Biennale after minister pans artist’s focus on Gaza

South Africa pulls out of Venice Biennale after minister pans artist’s focus on Gaza

Gayton McKenzie, a staunch supporter of Israel, had alleged an unnamed foreign power wanted to use South Africa as ‘a proxy to endorse a...

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Security and antisemitism loom large in JFNA’s first ‘State of the Jewish Union’ address

Security and antisemitism loom large in JFNA’s first ‘State of the Jewish Union’ address

Head of Jewish Federations of North America also emphasizes ‘the emotional, familial and religious connection between the American Jewish community...

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After weeks of debate, world social workers group won’t expel Israeli union

After weeks of debate, world social workers group won’t expel Israeli union

Irish, Spanish and Greek affiliates of International Federation of Social Workers had demanded Israeli social workers abstain from mandatory military...

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At the BBYO International Convention, Jewish teens demand a seat at the table

At the BBYO International Convention, Jewish teens demand a seat at the table

From a global youth resolution to calls for boardroom inclusion, 3,400 teens from 52 countries converge in Philadelphia to make their opinions heard...

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Andorra carnival features mock execution of Israeli effigy

Andorra carnival features mock execution of Israeli effigy

Tiny Jewish community reels after annual event includes trial, hanging, and burning of figure in blue with Israeli flag painted on its face

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Madrid museum ejects 3 elderly Israeli tourists who displayed Israeli flag, Star of David

Madrid museum ejects 3 elderly Israeli tourists who displayed Israeli flag, Star of David

Video shows the women being called ‘genocidal maniacs’ and ‘murderers’ at Reina Sofía Museum, which Jewish groups condemn for ‘removing the...

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US Homeland Security taps social media chief behind posts decried as having racist overtones

Peyton Rollins swerved Labor Department’s X account from union updates to criticism of ‘globalism,’ used font reminiscent of...

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‘Dawson’s Creek’ star James Van Der Beek, dead at 48, had longstanding ties to Israel

The actor, who died after years-long battle against colorectal cancer, met his wife while traveling in Tel Aviv and later married her there

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Three countries seeking to ban Israel from international social workers union

Ireland, Spain, and Greece accuse Israeli union of ethical breaches, say it should seek military service exemption for members or ‘issue a call...

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Vermont lawmaker storms out of Epstein hearing after US AG raises her record on antisemitism

‘Are you serious? Talking about antisemitism to a woman who lost her grandfather in the Holocaust?’ Becca Balint tells Pam Bondi when it...

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Former Miss California ousted from White House commission following antisemitism row

Carrie Prejean Boller initially refused to step down from religious liberty advisory body after derailing a panel on Jew-hatred with repeated claims...

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From far corners of the Jewish world, the women of Chabad gather in freezing Brooklyn

The annual gathering of female emissaries provides a respite for those on the front lines of religious life in far-flung communities, performing...

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Protests planned as Herzog’s upcoming visit to Australia prompts anti-Israel outcry

President set to meet with Australian PM and families of Bondi terror attack victims, as anti-Israel groups, including progressive Jewish group, call...

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Release of latest Epstein files unleashes online wave of antisemitic conspiracies

As conspiracy theories about Israel and Jews surge online, researchers says ‘people are taking these things and turning them into proof for...

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Canadian Jewish groups decry axing of antisemitism envoy in favor of equality council

Islamophobia representative would also be absorbed by new advisory group geared to ‘foster social cohesion, rally Canadians around shared...

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After Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis, Jewish gun owners confront 2nd Amendment tensions

The shooting by ICE agents has spurred debate over whether the Trump administration’s response to armed protesters may be at odds with protections...

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Italian leaders react coldly to anti-Israel rapper’s planned Winter Olympics set

Ghali Amdouni, set to perform at opening ceremony, apparently said Gaza war a ‘new Holocaust’; right-wing party source says ‘Italy...

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TikTok deal with pro-Israel Larry Ellison spurs exodus to Palestinian-founded app UpScrolled

Created to bypass perceived ‘shadow-banning’ of pro-Palestinian advocates, the platform recently reached 1 million users — many of...

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Conservative pro-Israel commentator Douglas Murray joins Yeshiva University

The British pundit, who has a BA in English literature from Oxford and has become one of the most prominent non-Jewish Israel supporters since Oct. 7,...

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UN bans man from Holocaust event for filming guards’ spat with pro-Israel influencer

Grandson of survivors says General Assembly security made him delete pictures of Lizzy Savetsky getting ‘harassed’ over Israeli flag,...

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US Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino decries comparisons of ICE to Gestapo

Trump official, whose long coat was described as ‘Nazi-coded,’ reportedly leaving Minnesota after local man’s death at hands of...

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US Jewish groups speak out against latest ICE killing in Minneapolis

American Jewish Committee says that ‘regardless of one’s views… the deaths of two US citizens are a grave outcome that highlights need...

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Canadian gallery sees resignations after it refuses to acquire Nan Goldin’s photos

Art Gallery of Ontario’s decision spurred by Jewish photographer’s anti-Israel comments; curator and two committee members step down;...

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US Shabbat-dinner nonprofit OneTable disinvites anti-Israel advocates amid post-Oct. 7 slump

The organization reveals a raft of new pilot programs and policies as it pivots to accommodate a more reticent Gen Z crowd while fielding layoffs and...

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San Diego Jewish groups decry rabbi’s ‘disinvitation’ from Martin Luther King Day event

Hanan Leberman asserts he was excluded due to connection to Israel; organizers say he was asked not to speak over ‘potential disruption related to...

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Survey finds half of Irish adults don’t know 6 million Jews were murdered in Holocaust

Another 8% of poll respondents believe the Holocaust is a myth and didn’t happen, while 17% believe the death toll has been greatly exaggerated

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Penn slams Trump administration demand for list of Jewish staff in antisemitism probe

University slams ‘disturbing and unconstitutional’ request for names, which Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says it needs to ask...

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Mourner’s Kaddish recited in Australian parliament for Bondi Beach attack victims

‘You don’t have to be Jewish to feel this in your chest, an attack like this hurts all of us,’ Mark Dreyfus tells fellow MPs as they...

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At a former driving school, Kehillat Harlem plants roots for Jewish life in uptown NYC

The non-denominational ‘shul community’ is building Jewish infrastructure in a reemerging neighborhood that once had one of the largest...

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‘We are not made of wood and paper’: Jackson synagogue marks first Shabbat after arson

‘Jewish life in Jackson is still here, and we are not going anywhere,’ says student rabbi Benjamin Russell

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Jersey City’s outgoing Jewish mayor signs antisemitism laws as ‘guardrail’ for successor

After almost 13 years in office, Steven Fulop says his final moves look to ensure next administration doesn’t go in ‘adverse’...

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Australian literary fest faces boycott after dropping Palestinian activist

Nearly 50 writers staying home after Adelaide Writers’ Week organizers removed Randa Abdel-Fattah from lineup over concern her inclusion would be...

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Longtime pro-Israel Democrat Steny Hoyer announces retirement from US House

Head of Democratic Majority for Israel says ‘our country, the Democratic Party and pro-Israel movement are all in a better place’ because...

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Jewish mayor of Minneapolis returns to the spotlight after deadly ICE shooting

Jacob Frey, whose city was epicenter of 2020 unrest amid George Floyd killing, calls on federal immigration agency to ‘get the f–k out’...

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Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter performs Nazi salute, throws chocolate coins at anti-AIPAC protest

Jake Lang organizes antisemitic demonstration outside the pro-Israel lobby’s DC headquarters, calls for lawmakers who receive any AIPAC...

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As Zohran Mamdani takes office, two US cities see first-time Orthodox Jewish mayors

Michele Weiss and Justin Brasch are inaugurated in University Heights, Ohio, and White Plains, New York, respectively, pledging to improve life for...

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German prosecutors launch terror probe into Berlin power outages

Around 24,700 households remain without power after arson attack claimed by far-left extremist group caused massive winter blackout across the German...

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BBC draws fire after airing Holocaust cello repair story that does not mention Jews

Instrument brought to England on Kindertransport by Martin Landau as a child; remarks in show by guest Helen Mirren appear cut to avoid mentioning...

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How the politics of Mamdani’s parents, both longtime BDS supporters, shaped NYC’s new mayor

Mahmood Mamdani boasted of being first faculty member to address 2024 encampment at Columbia; mayor’s wife has also made pro-Palestinian,...

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From a modest start, an Instagram look book for Jewish clergy is starting to take off

With stereotype-breaking ‘what they’re wearing’ posts, rabbis Arielle Stein and Rafi Ellenson showcase the rabbinate’s different...

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Julius Berman, Orthodox rabbi who led prominent Jewish institutions, dies at 90

Born in Lithuania in 1935, Berman served in leadership positions at the Orthodox Union, Yeshiva University, and over a dozen other Jewish communal...

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Jewish actress Odessa A’zion says she’s not a Zionist after IDF t-shirt controversy

Social media users speculate about ‘I Love LA’ actress’ political leanings after photo of her modeling shirt as a teenager...

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Self-appointed chief rabbi of Saudi Arabia says he was denied entry at border

Rabbi Jacob Herzog, who splits his time between Riyadh and Jerusalem, says he has a valid entry visa, received no explanation for the decision

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