Jewish News (Page 229)


Jewish Woman Murdered in Isfahan by Muslim Extremists

A Jewish woman was murdered in Isfahan by Muslim extremists intent on taking away her home to expand a mosque next door.

Jewish Woman Murdered  in Isfahan by Muslim Extremists

Magnificent Old City Tiferet Yisrael Synagogue to be Restored

One of the most magnificent synagogues in the Old City, the Tiferet Yisrael Synagogue, is to be restored by the Jerusalem Municipality.

Magnificent Old City Tiferet Yisrael Synagogue to be Restored

European Jews Urge Reversal of Polish Shechita Ban

"Kosher butchering is essential for sustenance of Jewish life" assert European Jewish leaders, urging reversal of Polish shechita ban.

European Jews Urge Reversal of Polish Shechita Ban

Nobel Peace Laureates Call for 'Military Embargo Against Israel'

A group of Nobel peace-prize winners, prominent artists and activists issued a call for a “comprehensive military embargo against Israel.”

Nobel Peace Laureates Call for 'Military Embargo Against Israel'

French Jewish Students Sue Twitter- This Time, Officially

French police have opened a criminal investigation into a recent surge of anti-Semitic messages posted on Twitter.

French Jewish Students Sue Twitter- This Time, Officially

French Lawyer Seeks Removal of Judge Due to Jewish Name

A French lawyer in the city of Lyon has requested that a judge be taken off a case because he is Jewish, links name "Moises" to "Levy".

French Lawyer Seeks Removal of Judge Due to Jewish Name

Dutch Nazi Camp Cancels Barbed Wire Sale

A foundation responsible for former Nazi concentration camp cancelled planned sale of barbed wire pieces due to outrage .

Dutch Nazi Camp Cancels Barbed Wire Sale

Thin Clue that Guma Aguiar Still Is Alive

Jewish millionaire and philanthropist Guma Aguiar may be alive, his wife’s attorney says. He disappeared on his boat in a storm in June.

Thin Clue that Guma Aguiar Still Is Alive

Muslims Claim Netanyahu Plans to Build ‘False’ Holy Temple

Netanyahu’s latest building plan for Jerusalem is none other than for the Third Temple, claims Al Aqsa Foundation.

Muslims Claim Netanyahu Plans to Build ‘False’ Holy Temple

Hungary Condemns MP Over 'Jewish List' Remarks

Hungarian government condemns the remarks made by a far-right MP to compile a list of residents "of Jewish origin."

Hungary Condemns MP Over 'Jewish List' Remarks

Polish Court Bans Kosher Slaughter

Poland’s top court bans ritual slaughter, but move is largely symbolic due to new EU rules.

Polish Court Bans Kosher Slaughter

Tens of Thousands of Jewish Books Damaged in Hurricane Buried

A mass funeral was held this week for Jewish holy books destroyed and damaged by Hurricane Sandy last month.

Tens of Thousands of Jewish Books Damaged in Hurricane Buried

Video: Dutch Satire Casts Israel as Blood-Thirsty Villain

A Dutch video satirizes PM Netanyahu and deliberately casts Israel as blood-thirsty villain who willfully murders innocent civilians.

Video: Dutch Satire Casts Israel as Blood-Thirsty Villain

Neo-Nazi Hungarian Lawmaker Calls for 'Jewish List'

A far-right Hungarian lawmaker released a statement saying that a list should be compiled of all Jewish members of parliament and government

Neo-Nazi Hungarian Lawmaker Calls for 'Jewish List'

Gaza Conflict has 'Reignited Anti-Israel Passions on Campus'

Anti-Israel protests include comparisons of Israelis to Nazis, accusations that Jewish state tries to perpetrate “another Holocaust."

Gaza Conflict has 'Reignited Anti-Israel Passions on Campus'

Kasim Hafeez: From Radical Islamist to Ardent Zionist

A former Islamist's perception of anti-Zionism, Jews, 9/11 and history. He is still getting death threats.

Kasim Hafeez: From Radical Islamist to Ardent Zionist

Last Jews in Ethiopia Prepare for the Promised Land

Ethiopia may be the only country in the world where all of the Jews move en masse to Israel. The last of the “wanderers” on the way.

Last Jews in Ethiopia Prepare for the Promised Land

Report: Amnon Yitzchak to Head New Party, Will Run in Election

To the panoply of religious parties in Israel, add a new one to be headed by Rabbi Amnon Yitzchak.

Report: Amnon Yitzchak to Head New Party, Will Run in Election

Volunteers Clean Swastikas, Hate Symbols in Bulgarian Capital

Volunteers joined together to clean up swastikas and other hate symbols from the walls of buildings in Bulgaria.

Volunteers Clean Swastikas, Hate Symbols in Bulgarian Capital

Montreal Host Suspended Over Anti-Semitic Remarks

Montreal radio talk show host Jacques Fabi suspended for one month for not being tough enough with an anti-Semitic caller.

Montreal Host Suspended Over Anti-Semitic Remarks

It's 'High Time' for Norwegian Apologies

Norwegian police director: I want to apologize on behalf of all those who were responsible for deportation of Jews during WWII.

It's 'High Time' for Norwegian Apologies

Fire Ravages Popular Jewish Manhattan Deli

A raging three-alarm fire ravaged a popular Jewish deli in Manhattan on Sunday, resulting in several minor injuries.

Fire Ravages Popular Jewish Manhattan Deli

Anti-Israel Protesters 'Occupy' Roof of Scottish Parliament

Anti-Israel protesters, who sought to “occupy” the roof of Scottish parliament, have been charged by police.

Anti-Israel Protesters 'Occupy' Roof of Scottish Parliament

Gratuitous Anti-Semitic Slur:

Canadian Talk Show Host: 'Jewish People Can be Annoying'

B'nai Brith is demanding an apology from a Canadian talk show host who sympathized on the air with anti-Semitic statements.

Canadian Talk Show Host: 'Jewish People Can be Annoying'

Merkel to German Jews: Respecting Circumcision is Fundamental

Chancellor Angela Merkel seeks to ease the concerns of Germany's Jews over a disputed ruling against circumcision.

Merkel to German Jews: Respecting Circumcision is Fundamental

Attack Against Caracas Synagogue 'Reminiscent of Kristallnacht'

Jewish group denounces Venezuelan government for enabling the recent anti-Semitic attack that plagued country’s largest synagogue.

Attack Against Caracas Synagogue 'Reminiscent of Kristallnacht'

Office of Outspoken Israel Advocate Vandalized in Montreal

The office of a political-science professor and outspoken defender of Israel in Montreal was vandalized Tuesday with anti-Semitic slogans.

Office of Outspoken Israel Advocate Vandalized in Montreal

London Fans Spark Outrage Over 'Free Palestine' Chants

Soccer match marred by anti-Semitic chantings, with fans shouting “Juden Tottenham,” and unrolling huge banner reading “Free Palestine”.

London Fans Spark Outrage Over 'Free Palestine' Chants

Rebbetzin Devorah Krinsky, Wife to Rabbi Y. Krinsky, Passes Away

Rebbetzin Devorah Krinsky, wife to Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky, longtime aide to the Lubavitcher Rebbe, passed away Friday night.

Rebbetzin Devorah Krinsky, Wife to Rabbi Y. Krinsky, Passes Away

Torontonians Rally in Support of Israel

About 150 people attended a rally in support of Israel's counter-terrorism operation outside the Israeli Consulate in Toronto this week.

Torontonians Rally in Support of Israel

Anti-Israel Protesters Target Synagogue in Venezuela

About 50 anti-Israel protesters gathered outside Venezuela's largest synagogue on Thursday to demonstrate against recent Israeli airstrikes.

Anti-Israel Protesters Target Synagogue in Venezuela

Spain Eases Naturalization Process for Sephardic Jews

Spain announced Thursday that it would grant automatic citizenship to Jews of Sephardic descent as a further gesture of reconciliation.

Spain Eases Naturalization Process for Sephardic Jews

Video: Thousands of Volunteers Advocate for Israel

Thousands of volunteers have been advocating for Israel and countering lies of Hamas since the beginning of Operation Pillar of Defense.

Video: Thousands of Volunteers Advocate for Israel

Amnesty Takes Disciplinary Action Against Offending Jewish Tweet

Amnesty International initiated disciplinary action against a staff member who posted offensive tweet targeting Jewish members of parliament

Amnesty Takes Disciplinary Action Against Offending Jewish Tweet

Jewish,Catholic Charities Unite to Distribute Thanksgiving Meals

The UJA-Federation of New York teamed up with Catholic Charities this year to distribute food to the needy in time for Thanksgiving.

Jewish,Catholic Charities Unite to Distribute Thanksgiving Meals

NYC Trauma Therapist's 'Pillar of Defense'

Dr. Simone Gordon, a trauma expert based in New York City, adds her own act of kindness for Israel's spiritual Pillar of Defense.

NYC Trauma Therapist's 'Pillar of Defense'

Solidarity Under Fire - JFNA Mission Experiences Missile Attacks

With $5 Million Already Pledged, JFNA delegation came to the south to assess the needs on the ground.

Solidarity Under Fire - JFNA Mission Experiences Missile Attacks

Rallies Support Israel's Pillar of Defense in New York, Paris

Thousands are rallying to support Israel's right to defend its citizens in the face of ongoing rocket fire from Gaza.

Rallies Support Israel's Pillar of Defense in New York, Paris

Video: American Rabbis Pray Where Fatal Rocket Attack Occured

Twenty rabbis toured areas of Southern Israel as part of an emergency solidarity mission of the Rabbinical Council of America.

Video: American Rabbis Pray Where Fatal Rocket Attack Occured

Fallen Soldier’s Diary: I’m On My Way to Gaza

Soldier Yosef Fartuk, killed in a mortar shell attack, wrote before his death,” Woe to the first terrorist who falls in my hands.”

Fallen Soldier’s Diary: I’m On My Way to Gaza

American Rabbis on a Solidarity Mission to Southern Israel

Rabbis from the Rabbinical Council of America arrived in Israel for a three-day solidarity mission with residents of the south.

American Rabbis on a Solidarity Mission to Southern Israel

Rabbi Abraham Twerski: Jewish People Are Survivors

Psychiatrist Rabbi Abraham Twerski discusses the importance of good self esteem and expresses hope for Israel's conflict.

Rabbi Abraham Twerski: Jewish People Are Survivors

Jewish Cemetery in Lodz Vandalized

Unknown perpetrators vandalized around 20 graves at a historic Jewish cemetery in the central Polish city of Lodz, police said Tuesday

Jewish Cemetery in Lodz Vandalized

Rabbis Open Hotline for Southern Israel

The Tzohar rabbinic organization has opened a hotline for residents of southern Israel seeking Judaism, psychological boost.

Rabbis Open Hotline for Southern Israel

Bahraini Lawmaker Sets Israeli Flag Ablaze in Parliament Session

A Bahrain lawmaker reportedly set fire to an Israeli flag during a parliament session in a show of support for Gaza terrorists.

Bahraini Lawmaker Sets Israeli Flag Ablaze in Parliament Session

French CRIF Calls for Israel Solidarity in Paris Protest

French Jewish organization is staging a protest to differentiate between defensive measures taken by Israel and terrorist tactics of Hamas.

French CRIF Calls for Israel Solidarity in Paris Protest

European Jewish Dignitaries Embark on IDF Aid Effort

A delegation of the European Jewish Union and the European Jewish Parliament embark on IDF humanitarian aid effort.

European Jewish Dignitaries Embark on IDF Aid Effort

PM to Public Diplomacy Activists: Your Help Worth More Than Gold

PM Netanyahu held a video conference with volunteers who are working to assist in the national public diplomacy efforts of State of Israel.

PM to Public Diplomacy Activists: Your Help Worth More Than Gold

Glenn Beck: It's the Jew Hatred

Conservative broadcaster asks what the U.S. would do if rockets from Mexico hit El Paso.

Glenn Beck: It's the Jew Hatred

Major Prayer Rally to be Held in Moscow

A major prayer rally will be held Tuesday in Moscow, with thousands of Jews gathering to pray for the success of the IDF

Major Prayer Rally to be Held in Moscow

Rabbi Melamed: Spiritual and Religious Struggle with Hamas

Rabbi Zalman Melamed strengthens the IDF soldiers who are defending Israel against Hamas’ ongoing rocket attacks.

Rabbi Melamed: Spiritual and Religious Struggle with Hamas

Police in New York Urge More Security at Jewish Institutions

Israel's campaign against Hamas terrorists in Gaza has led to repercussions in the Jewish world.

Police in New York Urge More Security at Jewish Institutions

Call to Mass Prayer for Israeli Soldiers at Western Wall

Jews are called to gather Sunday at the Western Wall at 4 pm to pray for Israel's soldiers in their fight against Gaza terrorists.

Call to Mass Prayer for Israeli Soldiers at Western Wall

World Jewry is There for Israel: JFNA Commits $5M

Israelis in rocket-free zones open their doors for families seeking refuge from targeted areas.

World Jewry is There for Israel: JFNA Commits $5M

Rabbi on Jewish Law, Sabbath and War

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu reveals the Jewish law pertaining to the Sabbath in a time of war.

Rabbi on Jewish Law, Sabbath and War

Biking to Beat Cancer at a New Date (November 16)

How can a bike ride from the Hermon Mountain, through the Dead Sea, and ending in the small town of Neve Daniel beat the cancer monster?

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