Jewish World

Facebook Campaign to Free Jonathan Pollard

Social networking helped unite people in Iran, Tunisia and Egypt. Can it free a Zionist Jew from 26 years in a US jail?

Expert: Here's the 'Demographic Gap' That Will Really Happen

Far more realistic and more problematic than the Arab demographic threat in Israel is the coming secular-religious , says Professor Arnon Sofer.

California Hockey Team Sued for Anti-Semitism

A former Jewish prospect for the Anaheim, California Ducks hockey team sues for anti-Semitism that he charges damaged him and his career.

Terror Supporter in US Case Appeals 'Harsh' Sentence

Mohammed Hammoud, convicted in the U.S. for theft, fraud, and supporting terrorism, thinks his 155 year sentence was too harsh.

'500 Jews a Day Lost to Assimilation'

The Jewish Agency plans a major campaign to provide Jewish education in the Diaspora. 'Strong Diaspora is an Israeli interest.'

Peres to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef: You Strengthen the Jewish Nation

Rabbi Ovadia Yosef in consolation visit to President Peres, who says, “Your Torah knowledge strengthens the nation.”

Rahm Emanuel Disqualified from Chicago Mayoral Run

Former White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel has been disqualified from running as a mayoral candidate in Chicago.

Anti-Semitism, Circa 2010

Hatred of Jews is taking on yet another new form, say experts in their yearly report, as it always has been able to do through the ages.

Diaspora Jewish Children Party in Samaria Via Skype

Jewish 6th graders in Los Angeles connected to their counterparts in Shaarei Tikva, in Samaria, for a Tu B'Shvat event using Skype technology.

Australian 'Friend of Palestine' Charged with Anti-Semitism

An Australian man has been charged for assaulting a Jewish man and calling Judaism “a religion of racism and hate.”

Ban Ki-Moon Wears Kippah for a Day, Honors Holocaust Victims

Ban Ki-moon wore a kippah in a New York synagogue Saturday to honor Holocaust victims and survivors. Friday, he condemned Jewish ‘settlements.”

Rabbi's Organ Donation Controversy Resurfaces: INN Review

The recent death of soccer star Avi Cohen refoccused attention on organ donation dispute: When is a person actually "dead" halakhically?

Go-Ahead for Jewish Housing at Shepherd Hotel Site

Appeals committee of Jerusalem District Planning and Building Committee says construction can proceed.

Texas: Rare Holocaust Papers Stolen

Police in the United States have retrieved some rare Holocaust documents stolen from a private collection in Texas. Others remain missing.

The Maccabeats: Making Jewish Music Fun

Jewish a capella group The Maccabeats visits Israel for Bnei Akiva annual conference, after a Chanukah hit with major success on YouTube.

Jews Pray at Joseph's Tomb with PA Help

Breslov chassidim manage to reach Joseph's Tomb despite limited visiting hours by bribing PA police.

21 Israelis Rescued, Tunisia's Jews Safe in Djerba

It wasn't Entebbe, but 21 Israeli tourists in Tunisia were grateful when a complex rescue operation brought them home to Ben Gurion Airport.

Tuvia Friedman, Legendary Nazi Hunter, Dies at 89

Efraim Zuroff, head of the Israel Wiesenthal Center, remembers Friedman: "He dedicated his life to hunting down Nazi murderers."

A-G Pressures Barkat on Beit Yehonatan

Weinstein tells Jerusalem mayor he has no right to postpone sealing the house in which Jews reside. Barkat issues unclear answer.

‘Don’t Give a Fig for Turkey on Tu B'Shvat'

Almost all of the figs in Israel are imported, but a group is calling Tu B'Shvat to keep the holiday Zionist and boycott Turkish figs.

Brigitte Bardot Launches Anti-Kosher Slaughter Campaign

Former French movie star Brigitte Bardot launches a campaign that would ban slaughtering procedures used by observant Jews and Muslims.

Video: Singing and Dancing Counter Anti-Israel Protest

An anti-Israel demonstration in San Diego turned into a pro-Israel event as a large group came to loudly and joyously counter the protest

Interview: The Battered Wife Who Lives Next Door

Bat Melech, the country's only shelter for abused women in the Orthodox community, gets some 1,600 pleas for help each year, says its director.

Video: Soccer and Foul Language on the Temple Mount

Video clip shows Arabs playing soccer on Temple Mount and using foul words against those who come to film them in action.

Photo Essay: Yartzeit of the Baba Sali Attracts Thousands

The rain did not stop the thousands of pilgrims from visiting the tomb of the famed Kabbalist Rabbi Yisrael Abuhatzeira, the Baba Sali.

Giffords' Jewish Aide, Gabe Zimmerman, Among Dead in AZ Rampage

U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' community outreach director, Gabe Zimmerman, was among the dead in Saturday's deadly rampage by an Arizona gunman.

Hevron Rabbi's Tomb Found after 118 Years

Descendants have found the tomb of Rabbi Shaul Yehudah-Lieb Hacohen Liebin, a leading rabbi of Hevron who died 118 years ago.

Islamists: WikiLeaks are an Israeli Conspiracy

Jihadi websites say Julian Assange and Israel must have collaborated, because Israel emerged almost unscathed from WikiLeaks.

Great Caesar's Ghost! Superman to Join Muslim Superhero Crew

Comic book fans were shocked to hear that Superman, known for his 'Jewish' roots, will be joining The 99, a group of Muslim superheros.

Extradited Neo-Nazi Gang Leader Arrested in Israel

Police arrested suspected neo-Nazi gang leader Dmitri Bogotich Monday on charges of carrying out hate crimes in Petach Tikvah.

Netanyahu Bids Farewell to Mossad Chief

Meir Dagan ends 8 years at head of Israel's global intelligence agency, Netanyahu says "I cannot tell of all the deeds you have done...thank you."

Farewell to the Soldier Who Found Hitler's Will

The Jewish U.S. soldier who found Hitler's will during World War II has died at age 86.

Chief Rabbis and Chief of Staff on Shechem Visit

The visitors will be guests of the PA. Samaria Jewish leaders are unhappy with the visit, which was not coordinated with them.

Iran: 'Harry Potter a Zionist Plot to Promote Devil Worship'

If you thought the Harry Potter series was an innocent children's fantasy story, you're wrong, Iran says; it's actually part of a 'Zionist plot.'

Kissinger Apologizes for 'Gas Chambers' Remark

Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger apologizes for telling then-Pres. Nixon that Jews in gas chambers were “not an American concern.”

Is Lithuania Sincere About Owning Up to its Holocaust Role?

How has Lithuania dealt with its role in the Holocaust? In a thoughtful manner, Rabbi Yisrael Rosenson, an expert on the country, tells INN..

Two Men Who Stole 30 Torah Scrolls Caught, Say Police

The thieves are suspected of breaking into synagogues 17 times. They joined prayers in order to check security arrangements.

Hareidi Religious Jews to Join Rally for Judea and Samaria

Thousands of hareidi religious Jews to join Thursday rally to support Judea and Samaria. “The Torah forbids giving away holy land to non-Jews.”

Two Golan Heights Sites in New National Heritage Plan

A Cabinet-level committee has added 16 new national heritage sites, including two in the Golan Heights and Herod’s tomb in Gush Etzion.

Yad Vashem Identifies 4 Million Holocaust Victims

Yad Vashem has managed to identify two-thirds of the Jews murdered in the Holocaust; 1.5 million names added in past decade.

US Urged to Deport Suspected Nazi to Serbia

Serbia issued an international arrest warrant in April for a US man accused of Holocaust war crimes. The WJC calls on US to actually deport him.

Putting the 'Mitzvah' into 'Bat-Mitzvah'

Sofia Wiedmann and friends had a blast when she twinned her Bat Mitzvah party with Yonit, a disabled young teen, in a program sponsored by Aleh.

Eve of UN Durban Vote: View 1st Jewish Broadcast on Nazi Soil

As the UN votes to mark the 10th anniversary of the anti-Semitic Durban racism conference, view the 1st Jewish Broadcast on Nazi soil. A reminder.

Italy Approves Resolution to Combat Online Anti-Semitism

Italy approves protocol that would allow local investigators to coordinate investigations into online anti-Semitism in other parts of the world.

Dramatic Eichmann Trial Reunion as Holocaust Memorial Approaches

Two major figures from the Eichmann trial meet in Jerusalem 50 years later to recall their experiences as Holocaust Memorial Day approaches.

New Efforts to Bring Iran’s ‘Wealthy Jewish Hostages’ to Israel

Nearly 76,000 Iranian Jews have moved to Israel, and government officials want the remaining 25,000 to follow. Many are "comfortable hostages.”

The Secret Circumcision in Turkey

Fighting fears of his Judaism being discovered by neighbors, a father in Antakya, Turkey allowed a secret circumcision of his baby boy on Chanukah

Left, Right Clash on Support from European Right

Settler spokesman sees 'revolutionary opportunity' in cooperation with European nationalists; Ha'aretz thinks they are Nazis seeking absolution.

Huckabee, Jewish Leaders Shine at 28th Beit El Fete

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee and numerous Jewish leaders reinforced Israel's role in Judea and Samaria at the 28th Beit El dinner.

Devastated Youth Village Determined to Get Past Carmel Fire

The Yemin Orde Youth Village has the will to overcome the devastation it suffered in the Carmel fire - with help from Israeli and diaspora Jews.

Lighting Chanukah Candles at Joseph's Tomb

Jews are allowed to visit the tomb of Joseph in Shechem in order to light the sixth Chanukah candle.

Chanukah Photo Essay: The Safran Dreidel Collection

One of the most beautiful private collections of Chanukah dreidels in the world belongs to a New York rabbi whose job has no connection to art.

PM Addresses Nation Regarding the Fire in Northern Carmel

Addressing the fire raging in Israel's north, PM Netanyahu thanks foreign countries for assistance and implores Israelis not to be ashamed.

PA Removes Study Denying Jewish Claim to Western Wall

The Palestinian Authority has backpedaled -- for now -- on its claim that Jews have no connection to the Kotel, due to pressure by the US.

Desperately Seeking Real Chanukah Donuts in Jerusalem

USA vs. Israel: Homesick Americans who are pining for good, old-fashioned "real" donuts can find them in Jerusalem from now on, even on Chanukah .

Special Chanukah Events Highlight 'Living History' in Yesha

The major Maccabean battles and miracles took place in Judea and Samaria, and the Yesha Council is celebrating with a series of special events.

State Dept. Slams PA Report Denying Jewish Connection to Kotel

The State Department on Tuesday condemned a Palestinian Authority report that denies the Jewish connection to the Kotel, the Western Wall.

Rabbi Weiss: Sharon Lied; I'm Sorry I Was Part of the Expulsion

Rabbi Yisrael Weiss, who told soldiers to obey expulsion orders, has expressed regret over his role in the 2005 expulsion of Jews from their homes.

'Foundations in Hevron' Evening on Chanukah

Premier of photo exhibition, symposium, Jewish soul music and inspiration at evening in Hevron on the Chanukah holiday.

King of Bahrain Appoints Jewish Woman to Parliament

The King of Bahrain has appointed a Jewish woman and a Christian woman to the nation’s 40-member lower chamber of parliament.