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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 ›

Trump adviser: Israel can annex West Bank and remain Jewish

Trump adviser: Israel can annex West Bank and remain Jewish

David Friedman claims Israel would remain 65% Jewish even if it assimilated Palestinians in Judea and Samaria; official numbers tell a different story   Republican… Read More ›

Only 30% of Israelis think police treats everyone equally

Only 30% of Israelis think police treats everyone equally

A Central Bureau of Statistics survey shows that public trust in the law enforcement establishment is low, with just 39% of Israelis holding a positive… Read More ›

TV presenter attacked in Mea Shearim

TV presenter attacked in Mea Shearim

Hila Korach came to film a segment in the ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem neighborhood and was attacked by youths. Korach claims she and her crew were surrounded,… Read More ›

Alternative wedding revolution underway in Israel

Alternative wedding revolution underway in Israel

A real drama is taking place under the Chief Rabbinate’s radar, as a secret movement of private halachic marriages is coming out of the shadows… Read More ›

First Israeli New York assemblywoman will continue to fight boycotts and antisemitism

First Israeli New York assemblywoman will continue to fight boycotts and antisemitism

Rozic proudly keeps an Israeli flag at her desk in the assembly, but her connection is not just symbolic.   NEW YORK – When NY… Read More ›

PA official: Netanyahu’s invitation to address Knesset ‘bluff’

PA official: Netanyahu’s invitation to address Knesset ‘bluff’

In apparent rejection of overtures, Palestinian source says PM’s address was ‘predictable’ and aimed at Israelis   A Palestinian Authority official late Thursday dismissed an… Read More ›