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Israeli, US Jews close despite political, religious differences

Israeli, US Jews close despite political, religious differences

Many more Israeli Jews, 35%, say that observing Jewish law is essential to being Jewish, compared to 19% of US Jews.   The two biggest… Read More ›

Shin Bet, police finalize ‘unprecedented’ security operation

Shin Bet, police finalize ‘unprecedented’ security operation

The Shin Bet is in touch with counterparts from around the world to coordinate security arrangements.   The police and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency)… Read More ›

In Belarus, locals pay respects at Peres’s childhood home

In Belarus, locals pay respects at Peres’s childhood home

Nobel laureate and ex-president, who lost family members when Nazis reached Vishnyeva, ‘brought pride to our village through his life and accomplishments’   Residents of… Read More ›

Obama, Hollande, May among dozens of world leaders to honor Peres at funeral

Obama, Hollande, May among dozens of world leaders to honor Peres at funeral

Presidents of France, Germany, Canada, Mexico, Australia and Poland, Britain’s Prince Charles among those confirming their attendance at Friday funeral for 9th president   Israeli… Read More ›

As 80 foreign leaders arrive and roads close, Jerusalem gears up for Shimon Peres funeral

As 80 foreign leaders arrive and roads close, Jerusalem gears up for Shimon Peres funeral

Public to pay last respects to former president as his body will lie in state at the Knesset all of Thursday, ahead of official ceremony… Read More ›

Extensive road closures expected for funeral and dignitaries

Extensive road closures expected for funeral and dignitaries

In addition to the dozens of world leaders and their extensive security escorts, thousands of mourners from across the country expected to arrive to bid… Read More ›

Speaker of the Knesset: ‘We are saying goodbye to our patriarch’

Speaker of the Knesset: ‘We are saying goodbye to our patriarch’

In a ceremony paying last respects to one of Israel’s founding fathers, flags were lowered to half-staff and officials eulogized the former President and Prime… Read More ›

A farewell to Peres, ‘the most intellectually curious leader in modern Zionism’

A farewell to Peres, ‘the most intellectually curious leader in modern Zionism’

Ambassador Ido Aharoni recounts the diplomatic lessons learned from Israel’s late ninth president.   Shimon Peres, of blessed memory, was perhaps the most intellectually curious… Read More ›

In call with rabbis, Obama says Jewish role in civil rights can inspire healing

In call with rabbis, Obama says Jewish role in civil rights can inspire healing

President speaks with over 600 spiritual leaders ahead of Rosh Hashanah in last such phone conversation before the end of his term   President Barack… Read More ›

A Jewish island – life in the first Jewish ghetto in Venice

A Jewish island – life in the first Jewish ghetto in Venice

The first Jewish ghetto was established in Venice 500 years ago this year, and for the first time, Jewish artifacts from the ghetto are on… Read More ›

Peres ‘changed course of human history,’ Obama says

Peres ‘changed course of human history,’ Obama says

A “soldier for the Jewish people,” Obama offered final thanks for the gift of his friendship and the “example of his leadership.”   US President… Read More ›

US Jews ‘more pro-choice than pro-Israel,’ new study says

US Jews ‘more pro-choice than pro-Israel,’ new study says

Ruderman Family Foundation report finds most American Jews solidly support Jewish state, but are more invested in their liberal identity WASHINGTON — A new report… Read More ›

US Jews contribute half of all donations to the Democratic Party

US Jews contribute half of all donations to the Democratic Party

Jewish donors give 25% of the Republican National Convention’s cash. A new study argues that the large majority of American Jews have a deep-seated notion… Read More ›

Israel – Over Half Of Religious-Zionist Women Want Female Halachic Adviser

Israel – Over Half Of Religious-Zionist Women Want Female Halachic Adviser

Israel – More than half of religious-Zionist women would like a female spiritual leader in their community with whom they could consult on matters of… Read More ›

Clinton to Netanyahu: I’ll oppose any outside solution to conflict

Clinton to Netanyahu: I’ll oppose any outside solution to conflict

At NY meeting with Israel’s PM, Democratic nominee vows to fight one-sided UN motions and BDS, seek further strengthening of defense ties Democratic presidential nominee… Read More ›

Trump to Netanyahu: If I’m president, I’ll recognize undivided Jerusalem

Trump to Netanyahu: If I’m president, I’ll recognize undivided Jerusalem

Prime minister meets Republican candidate at his Manhattan office, will sit down with Hillary Clinton later Sunday Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told Prime Minister… Read More ›

Happy Rosh Hashanah: data finds 186,923 babies born over last Jewish year

Happy Rosh Hashanah: data finds 186,923 babies born over last Jewish year

The Population Immigration and Border Authority issued new data regarding the general Israeli public; In addition to the number of bouncing babies born in Israel,… Read More ›

Jewish officials briefed on terror threats ahead of High Holy Days

Jewish officials briefed on terror threats ahead of High Holy Days

Jewish institutions urged to keep up morale in the face of recent attacks in the US.   WASHINGTON – In a pre-Rosh Hashanah briefing, Jewish community… Read More ›

Study shows US Jewish votes could play decisive role in swing states

Study shows US Jewish votes could play decisive role in swing states

Unprecedented state-by-state research indicates Jews are mostly Democrats, not necessarily ‘liberal,’ could swing election in a tight race   BOSTON (JTA) — A new study,… Read More ›

Berlin – Holocaust Survivor Max Mannheimer Dies In Germany At Age 96

Berlin – Holocaust Survivor Max Mannheimer Dies In Germany At Age 96

Berlin –  Holocaust survivor Max Mannheimer, who dedicated his life in post-war Germany to fighting anti-Semitism, has died. He was 96. German Chancellor Angela Merkel… Read More ›