Rebbe Yochanan Sofer of the Erlau hasidic dynasty hospitalized in Jerusalem for fear of developing pneumonia.
Wives of European rabbis converge in Vienna for a training program about the important role of rebbetzins working alongside their husbands.
Jewelry used to be something unique and personal - in today's consumerist culture it is anything but. Don't conform.
Immigration Committee meets European Jewish leaders, anticipates 3,200 olim from US, 7,000 from Russia, 7,400 from Ukraine.
You shouldn't have to choose between exorbitant school fees and sub-par Jewish education. There is another way.
Daniel Marks celebrates his dream Bar Mitzvah in moving Torah dedication ceremony at the Shomron Regional Brigade base.
‘New York is a strong Jewish city, but cross one street into the UN and it is a different world,’ said the Israeli ambassador.
Rabbi Kalev Krelin and Rabbi Shimshon Daniel Isaacson appointed by unanimous vote of European Council for Rabbis.
Wanted in Israel for sexual assault, Rabbi Eliezer Berland accuses Warren Goldstein of setting police on his hotel hideaway in South Africa.
This week's Torah portion: What can we learn about how the world should be from Moshe's father-in-law?
Jewish World War II veterans receive homage during International Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony.
Lori Palatnik of the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project thinks it is time for Jews to send their kids to live in Israel.
Journalist Avishai Ben Chaim criticizes what he calls the ‘new haredi’ that neither studies the Torah nor joins the army.
Yossi Dagan tells French Jews that in light of anti-Semitism in France they should move to Samaria.
Speaking at a ceremony honoring Righteous Among The Nations, Obama says anyone confronted by anti-Semitism should behave like they did.
Prizes to be handed out for Local, National and Global Efforts to Unite the Jewish Community.
Eichmann pleaded to Israel for clemency 2 days before he was executed, said he 'does not feel guilty.'
Israel's first president was just one famous Jewish personality who davened at the New West End Synagogue - and it's still going strong.
Addressing European Jewish Congress, former British PM says there is an opportunity to form new alliances between Israel and its neighbors.
World Jewish Congress Vice President warns migrants largely coming from states where anti-Semitism is rife, says EU must integrate them.
The Jewish actor portrayed Sal in The Godfather and Detective Sgt. Phil Fish on TV sitcoms.
French Jewish leader Roger Cukierman warns of twin danger from Islamists, far-right, says rising anti-Semitism 'unacceptable.'
'Refuge' offer to Jews may not have been serious, but Putin's record on anti-Semitism puts European critics to shame.
Dr. Moshe Kantor reelected as EJC President, as General Assembly votes to form special task force on BDS.
Colored wristbands handed out to migrants are likened to yellow stars during the Holocaust.
Media leak blocks first speech in 30 years, Pollard's wife explains religious and job rights still breached, has 15-years of limits ahead.
Danny Danon relinquishes seat at UN to 81-year-old Auschwitz survivor Martha Weiss in honor of International Holocaust Day.
Patriot’s wide receiver honored by American Jewish Historical Society referenced his Jewish heritage in interviews and social media.
In the spirit of Esther and Mordehai, a group of activists are promoting a fast initiative for soul-searching and unity.
Conservative candidate for London mayor puzzled by lack of arrests after a violent riot during an event with Ami Ayalon.
Main focus highlights spread of radical Islam, refugee crisis and immigrants, calls for Israeli boycott and rise of the extreme right.
1,000 citizens of Palermo commemorated the expulsion and forced conversion of Sicilian Jews over five centuries ago.
Under the new law allowing Jews from Spanish descent to receive citizenship, Yossi Ben Naim to become first Israeli to receive passport.
German Chancellor says anti-Semitism is more widespread in the country than some believe, calls for action.
Bnei Akiva members deliver flowers to the family of Dafna Meir, who was murdered at her doorstep by an Arab terrorist.
First German feature-length film capturing Anne Frank's life to be screened at major cinema showcase.
Guinness World Records recognizes Yisrael Kristal as potentially world's oldest at 112, if he can provide documents to prove it.
President Obama to visit the Israeli embassy in Washington on January 27, for ceremony honoring four Righteous Among The Nations.
An evening of tribute is held in Jerusalem to Lady Amelie Jacobovits, featuring a film and book in her memory.
Japan's first chief rabbi, Rabbi Edery, fascinates Japanese high schoolers with Judaism, teaches spiritual message of Tu B'Shvat.
Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis says women who want to say mourner's prayer should be supported.
One Muslim woman's outpouring of love for Israel has created a ripple in the matrix, including lecture requests and a Knesset invitation.
British philanthropist and Holocaust survivor dies with final act of kindness.
Jewish brothers buy Israeli flag of legendary ship that sought to bring Holocaust survivors home to Israel, donate it to Holocaust museum.
Anti-Israel vandals target synagogue in historic Jewish quarter of Istanbul.
Fresh fruit are a much healthier option and embody the true spirit of the holiday, Israeli CEO says.
90-year-old Israeli survivor donates miniature shoes that helped her live through the Holocaust to the museum at Auschwitz.
Rabbi Ronald (Ronnie) Greenwald - Torah educator, international hostage negotiator, and political advisor - passes away in Florida at 82.
Europe's beleaguered Jews 'should come to us,' Russian leader tells European Jewish Congress in the Kremlin.
French police arrest two suspects in the murder of Alain Ghozland, say it is still unknown whether the murder was an anti-Semitic act.
Supporters of Zionist Union and Meretz do not welcome immigration by French Jews, surprising poll finds.
Rosh Yeshiva of the Mir laid to rest in Jerusalem after long battle with serious illness
Farhana Rahman, a young Muslim member of an Israeli start-up, declares: 'I will stand at the front line for the chosen people.'
Hundreds learn new aspects of Maimonides' work at a three day conference in Tiberias.
A recently restored and mended 150-year-old Torah scroll will enter an Ethiopian synagogue in the Katmonim neighborhood of Jerusalem.
West Side Jewish Center – Congregation Beth Israel considered a combination temple/residential building, but thought better of it.
Pope Francis to visit main Roman synagogue and meet with Jewish community leaders on Sunday.
Celebration honors 100 lone soldiers and national service participants from NCSY in North America, send message to world.
