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The terrifying race these parents are running

Gila must receive the surgery soon, or she will no longer qualify.

The terrifying race these parents are running

Outrage in Antwerp:

Police raid mohels' homes, confiscate knives

Police confiscated all circumcision knives, demand to receive names of boys whom they circumcised in the past year.

Police raid mohels' homes, confiscate knives

Munich 1972:

Western intelligence aided Israel’s hunt for Munich terrorists

Newly uncovered documents highlight international cooperation behind Israel’s pursuit of justice for murdered athletes at 1972 Munich Olympic Games.

Western intelligence aided Israel’s hunt for Munich terrorists

Inowłódź, Poland

Historic Inowłódź synagogue severely damaged in fire

Rare 19th-century synagogue in Inowłódź, Poland, which survived the Holocaust and preserved Jewish architectural elements and inscriptions, and now operates as a supermarket, sustained major fire damage.

Historic Inowłódź synagogue severely damaged in fire

Nazi themed lego-type figures at AliExpress

AliExpress has allowed a seller to promote Nazi lego style figures as toys for children. Complaints have elicited no change so far.

Nazi themed lego-type figures at AliExpress

Children in Beitar on the brink of losing both parents

Their father, a computer worker and sole caregiver, is now critically ill, his lungs filled with fluid that doctors have been unable to drain

Children in Beitar on the brink of losing both parents

For the first time in nearly 500 years:

Jew appointed Regius Professor of Hebrew at Cambridge

For the first time since Henry VIII created the role, a Jew will helm Hebrew studies at Cambridge.

Jew appointed Regius Professor of Hebrew at Cambridge

Rabbi Menachem Margolin:

European governments continue to ignore the threat

EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin warns that Jewish communities feel increasingly unsafe and are leaving Europe as governments continue to ignore the threat.

European governments continue to ignore the threat

Yeshiva University rescinds approval for LGBTQ+ student club

Yeshiva University claims LGBTQ+ club violated agreement allowing its recognition, club promises to continue operating as usual after it is disbanded.

Yeshiva University rescinds approval for LGBTQ+ student club

Watch:

Residents of Edan Alexander's hometown wait for his release

Residents of Tenafly, New Jersey, the hometown of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, gathered in the early morning hours to wait for his expected release.

Residents of Edan Alexander's hometown wait for his release

Survey:

Europe facing antisemitism crisis, survey reveals

New European Jewish Association's survey reveals dramatic rise in antisemitism across Europe, with Gaza conflict and media coverage cited as major catalysts, calls on governments to take immediate action to protect Jewish communities.

Europe facing antisemitism crisis, survey reveals

German tourists violently attack Israelis in Budapest

Eight Israelis physically attacked by drunk German tourists, who also shouted antisemitic threats, 'We were attacked without any provocation, just because we are Jews.'

German tourists violently attack Israelis in Budapest

New Program

How Women are Mastering Hilchos Shabbos Around the World

Online Program Based on HaGaon Rabbi Berkovits’s Renowned Curriculum.

How Women are Mastering Hilchos Shabbos Around the World

Trump antisemitism envoy to attend NYC Jerusalem conference

Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun, Trump's nominee for US Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, will attend the Jerusalem Conference in New York on May 18 at the Fifth Avenue Synagogue in Manhattan.

Trump antisemitism envoy to attend NYC Jerusalem conference

While on vacation

Jewish-American photographer murdered in Turkey

The Upper West Side's Congregation Heichal Moshe seeks immediate repatriation of body of Yitzhak Alishayiv, a custodian at the synagogue, after he was murdered by a bed and breakfast owner in Turkey.

Jewish-American photographer murdered in Turkey

Holocaust survivor Margot Friedländer passes away at 103

Margot Friedländer, a Holocaust survivor and witness to Nazi persecution, dies away at 103. Known for her advocacy and role in Holocaust remembrance, she was honored with Germany's highest recognition.

Holocaust survivor Margot Friedländer passes away at 103

GOP Congressman places 'Hebrew Hammer' Mezuzah at office entrance

The mezuzah, designed in the shape of a hammer with "Hebrew Hammer" inscription, reflects the nickname of newly elected Congressman Randy Fine as a determined fighter against antisemitism; Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel: "An important symbolic act highlighting the significance of proud Jewish identity in the face of growing antisemitism."

GOP Congressman places 'Hebrew Hammer' Mezuzah at office entrance

Tunisia:

Jewish man attacked with axe days before El-Ghriba pilgrimage

Jewish jeweler wounded in an axe attack on Tunisia’s Djerba Island just days ahead of the Lag Ba’Omer pilgrimage to the ancient El-Ghriba synagogue. Motive remains unclear.

Jewish man attacked with axe days before El-Ghriba pilgrimage

80 years after WWII

7 largest Jewish communities report unprecedented antisemitism

On 80th anniversary of WWII’s end, new J7 report unveils dramatic surge in antisemitic incidents in seven largest Jewish communities outside Israel, driven by fallout from Oct. 7 atrocities.

7 largest Jewish communities report unprecedented antisemitism

Hate crimes in Toronto at record high, Jews main target

Toronto Police Service data shows 19% rise in hate crimes from 2023 to 2024, 203% rise since 2014. 40% of hate crimes targeted Jews.

Hate crimes in Toronto at record high, Jews main target

London:

Police block anti-Israel protest over antisemitism fears

Demonstration by anti-Zionist group banned from Swiss Cottage amid fears over rising antisemitic tensions and public order disturbances.

Police block anti-Israel protest over antisemitism fears

'5 Jews:'

Bowling alley workers fired for antisemitism toward Jewish teens

The screen at the Antwerp bowling alley displayed the label '5 Jews' and the kippah-wearing youths reported that the employees deliberately ignored the Jewish customers while providing services for all other customers.

Bowling alley workers fired for antisemitism toward Jewish teens

Help the orphans:

Global Jewish unity: Aiding children of suicide-homicide tragedy

In an inspiring turn, the global Jewish community has begun to unite to help the Chamadani children.

Global Jewish unity: Aiding children of suicide-homicide tragedy

Race Against Time:

Rabbis: Ensure Jewish soldiers are buried with honor

With Ukraine's military standardizing cremation, the two rabbis discussed emergency protocols, including Shabbat exceptions, to ensure Jewish war casualties receive burial in line with halakha.

Rabbis: Ensure Jewish soldiers are buried with honor

Rabbi Marvin Hier:

'We must not repeat the mistakes of the past'

Drawing a direct line between past and present, Simon Wiesenthal Center's Rabbi Marvin Hier, warns of complacency in the face of antisemitism, underscores the enduring necessity of a strong and sovereign State of Israel.

'We must not repeat the mistakes of the past'

Jerusalem Conference in NYC:

Strengthening global Jewish unity

Captivity survivor and public figures to participate in Jerusalem Conference in New York City.

Strengthening global Jewish unity

The 'punishment' for those who ordered an antisemitic sign

Barstool President Dave Portnoy was infuriated at a group of young customers who ordered a sign cursing the Jews. At first, he wanted to ruin their lives, but decided to turn the incident into a learning experience.

The 'punishment' for those who ordered an antisemitic sign

Grave desecration:

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus renovated

Syrian authorities renovate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus, two days after discovering that unknown individuals had desecrated the holy site.

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus renovated

Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples

Israeli tourists were expelled from a restaurant in downtown Naples, Italy, in a show of 'resisting Israeli apartheid.'

Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples

The Best Tribute To The Fallen:

Ensure More Soldiers Return Home Safely

Our soldiers are facing a critical summer of combat - and heat

Ensure More Soldiers Return Home Safely

Chabad emissary to Florida

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar dies at 78

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar, visionary leader of The Shul of Bal Harbour and founder of the Aleph Institute, dies at age 78. A driving force in Jewish outreach and education, he leaves a lasting legacy in South Florida and across the United States.

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar dies at 78

Revealed:

Alexander Modebadze and Meni Hidhra victims of twin LA murders

The two Israeli businessmen were murdered hours apart in same LA neighborhood; with one held captive for hours and beaten to death.

Alexander Modebadze and Meni Hidhra victims of twin LA murders

Trump appoints eight new members to Holocaust Memorial Council

Among the new appointees are real estate developer Alex Witkoff and radio host Sid Rosenberg.

Trump appoints eight new members to Holocaust Memorial Council

Jewish Conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

David Horowitz Freedom Center announces that its founder and namesake has passed away after a battle with cancer. Horowitz was a Marxist in his youth before becoming a prolific conservative writer.

Jewish Conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

Help Sruli & Esther Save Their Only Child

Esther & Sruli were ecstatic at the birth of their only child, born after five years of yearning.

Help Sruli & Esther Save Their Only Child

US Jews worry Trump's changes may change milk's kosher status

Could changes at the FDA call the kosher status of milk into question? Many are asking.

US Jews worry Trump's changes may change milk's kosher status

NYPD investigating clashes between protesters in Crown Heights

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced that the NYPD was investigating clashes that ensued when anti-Israel protesters arrived in Crown Heights, including two instances of harassment by pro-Israel protesters.

NYPD investigating clashes between protesters in Crown Heights

Your help is needed

Chaya Bas Tzipora needs life-saving treatment, can’t wait

URGENT CAMPAIGN FOR 3 YEAR OLD CHILD: We did everything we can. We davened. We cried. And now we’ve found a chance—a special treatment in the United States

Chaya Bas Tzipora needs life-saving treatment, can’t wait

Russia:

Muslim businessman funds construction of new synagogue

Billionaire Suleyman Kerimov, an influential local businessman, decided to donate a substantial sum to the Jewish complex in the Republic of Dagestan, which will be called "Jerusalem of Darbent."

Muslim businessman funds construction of new synagogue

She needs help to move!

Gila Ghermiza, is immobilized by ALS

As a mother and grandmother incapacitated by ALS, Ghermiza’s family cares for her with befitting dignity and devotion. They need help!

Gila Ghermiza, is immobilized by ALS

Holocaust education worldwide:

Building a Strong Jewish Identity - From the Horrors

In another episode of "Jewish-Share", Orli Barnett from the Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre talks with Yad Vashem's Shani Farhi Lourie on differences in Israel and the Diaspora in instilling memory and lessons from the Holocaust.

Building a Strong Jewish Identity - From the Horrors

Help the children:

Parents found dead, four young orphans alone

The children are in a state of pain and confusion, without anyone to care for them

Parents found dead, four young orphans alone

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Unknown individuals break into Jewish cemetery in Damascus, desecrate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital, a renowned Kabbalist and disciple of Arizal.

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Sa’ar to Gov. Shapiro:

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, condemns the arson at his home as “an attack on Jews everywhere,” and invites Shapiro to Israel.

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Exposed:

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

Investigative Report: Conservative Movement rargeting haredi communities in secret campaign.

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

During Ben-Gvir's visit

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

Anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn to protest a speech by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

NYC:

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

Unknown vandals tore down posters featuring Holocaust survivors alongside celebrities in New York City.

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

At Auschwitz-Birkenau

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

World Jewish Congress unveils #WeRemember Journeys, a student art exhibition at Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. Featuring works from 13 schools in 10 countries, it reflects youth interpretations of Holocaust memory and its moral lessons.

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

Historic:

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema publicly apologizes for the city’s active complicity in the Holocaust, acknowledging that local authorities aided Nazi efforts during World War II.

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

New data:

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

A record 421 antisemitic incidents were recorded in the Netherlands in 2024, marking an 11% rise over the previous high. Dutch watchdog CIDI warns the nation is facing an antisemitism crisis requiring urgent action.

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

Danny Danon:

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Israel's Ambassador to UN Danny Danon says that once you go into Auschwitz you walk out a different person: 'we are lucky that there are still survivors who can share what happened here.'

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's scheduled speech at the Young Israel of Woodmere was canceled just two days in advance due to a death in the rabbi's family.

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Teach Coalition report highlights sharp rise in security spending at Jewish schools in wake of anti-semitic threats.

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Watch:

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Marking 80 years since liberation, Israeli President Herzog and Polish President Duda to lead March of the Living alongside 80 Holocaust survivors and 10 freed October 7 hostages.

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Read the letter:

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

When two great rabbis take time out of their busy day to hand-write a lengthy letter, the matter at hand must be important.

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

'Ani Maamin'

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka

On Holocaust Memorial Day, the story of the popular 'Ani Maamin' tune takes on new meaning as a song of faith and hope - and as one devoted hasid's last gift to his beloved rebbe and the Jewish world.

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka




























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