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Rep. Michele Bachman's Passover Greetings

U.S Rep. Michele Bachman (R-Minn.), a long-time friend of the state of Israel, issued a heartfelt Passover greeting to Jewish constituents

Looking for Fun in Israel During Pesach?

Take full advantage of the Chol Hamoed holiday by enjoying the wide array of fun and educational opportunities available in Israel.

New Arab Book Furthering Anti-Semitic Blood Libels

A recently published Arab book accuses Jews of trying to destroy Christianity and using Christian and Muslim blood to make Matzah.

Helen Thomas Honored at PLO Event in Washington

High Commission for PLO in Washington honored anti-Semite Helen Thomas for work on behalf of 'Palestinian' cause.

Close Facebook Accounts or Risk School Expulsion

An Orthodox Jewish high school in Brooklyn, N.Y, has ordered students to close their Facebook accounts, pay a $100 fine, or be expelled.

Tunisia's Jews Sue Over Anti-Semitic Chants

Tunisia's Jewish community is making an official complaint regarding anti-Semitic slogans that were chanted at a protest held, on Sunday.

Again, Anti-Semitism: This Time, Jewish Day School in Chicago

Anti-Semitic graffiti, saying "Kill & Rape Jews," was found spray-painted on a North Side synagogue and Jewish day school, in Chicago.

Hundreds of People Attend Aliyah Mega Event

Over 500 potential Olim gathered in New York for an Aliyah Mega Event organized by Nefesh B’Nefesh, Jewish Agency and Absorption Ministry.

A Chinese 'Schindler's List'

A play, telling the story of more than 30,000 Jews sheltered by the Chinese during World War II, premiered in Shanghai on Thursday.

Jewish Cemetery Vandalized in Poland

Perpetrators spray-painted swastikas and anti-Semitic images and slogans on graves, a Holocaust memorial and entrance to the Jewish cemetery

German Woman Attempts to Throw Fireworks on Israeli Embassy

A woman was arrested in Berlin after trying to throw a small suitcase filled with fireworks on Israeli Embassy.

Berlin Holocaust Memorial Undergoing Repairs

Repair work has begun at Berlin’s Holocaust memorial, reinforcing hundreds of concrete blocks, which have developed dangerous cracks.

Jewish Students Cancel Event for Being 'Too Controversial'

UK Jewish students withdrew invitation to attorney Brooke Goldstein, 48 hours prior to her arrival, believing her to be “too controversial.”

Painting Portraying Jews as Rats Withdrawn from Art Exhibit

An anti-Semitic drawing, depicting Jews as rats, was withdrawn from a Christian art exhibit in Sweden, on March 16.

Moroccan King Honors Orthodox Rabbi

Orthodox rabbi Rabbi Raphael Benchimol of the Manhattan Sephardic Congregation was honored by the king of Morocco.

Looming Fate of the Iranian Jewish Community

Iranian Jews who emigrated to Israel worry that an Israeli attack could expose friends and family in Islamic Republic to grave retaliation.

Jewish Ritual Slaughter in Question in France

Jewish rabbis called on Sarkozy to uphold Jewish right of ‘shechita’; oppose system of classification that would "lead to stigmatization."

'Jew Pond' Sparks Controversy in Rural New Hampshire

Residents of a New Hampshire town have voted to rename a fishing and skating spot that’s been called “Jew Pond” since the 1920s.

Anti-Semitism on the Rise in Switzerland

Anti-Semitic incidents in Switzerland have reached their highest number since 2003, and many of them were considered "grave."

Hitler's Mein Kampf Unlawfully Reprinted in Albania

"Mein Kampf," which remains unsurpassed in its anti-Semitic ideology, was released in Albania for the first time.

Righteous Polish Gentiles Honored in Commemorative Coins

Poland issuing commemorative coins to honor Polish families killed by the Nazis for their efforts to save Jews in the Holocaust.

Nazi March Banned in Latvian Capital

Latvian President: troops cannot be held responsible for murder of Jews during WWII; march banned to prevent "threats to public security."

Jewish Hungarian Writer Seeks Asylum in Canada

Akos Kertesz: Hungary failed to repent for its crimes during the Holocaust and, therefore, "it will not receive absolution."

Hacker Group ‘Anonymous’ Threatens AIPAC

Hackers: "We’re calling for an occupation of AIPAC and the destruction of their websites"; "Expect us or perish."

Fast Day in Memory of Esther’s ‘Life-Threatening Request’

Wednesday’s “Fast of Esther” is in memory of her risking her life by approaching the Persian king, her husband, to save the kingdom's Jews.

Savior of Hundreds of Jews Dies at the Age of 91

Tina Strobos, a Dutch woman who rescued more than 100 Jews during the Holocaust, passed away at the age of 91, at her home in Rye, N.Y.

Korean Jewish Community Welcomes First Torah Scroll

Rabbi Litzman of Korean Jewish community: “We have waited a long time for this... big milestone in the development of our community.”

Billboards Calling G-d a "Myth" to Appear in Williamsburg

Atheist group's billboards reaching out to religious Jews, Arabs: "You know it's a myth... and you have a choice."

Veteran Nazi Hunter Nominated to Run for German Presidency

Veteran Nazi hunter and supporter of Israel, Beate Klarsfeld was nominated to run for German presidency.

Dershowitz Declares War Against Anti-Israel Media Watchdog

Alan Dershowtiz has declared a personal war on the liberal media watchdog Media Matters for its harsh and biased coverage of Israel.

Orthodox Jews Backing Santorum

Republican hopeful, Rick Santorum is receiving broad support from the Orthodox Jewish community.

Jews Well Represented Among Obama Campaign Chairs

At least seven of the thirty five co-chairs of the Obama campaign are reported to be Jewish.

With Upcoming French Elections, Sarkozy Bids for Jewish Support

It remains doubtful as to whether Sarkozy will receive broad Jewish backing, as many unhappy with state of economy and Mid-East policies.

US ‘Secular’ Jews Love Kosher Food

They are called “secular Jews” but more and more non-Orthodox American Jews are buying kosher food. “Pareve” meat also is popular.

Video: What Is It Like Being a Jew in Berlin?

Berlin Rabbi Chaim Rozwaski, in Israel for the annual Herzliya Conference, tells Arutz Sheva what it is like being a Jew in Berlin today.

Video of EU Jewish Leader: Iran an Evil Kingdom

Iran is an “evil kingdom,” European Jewish leader Dr. Moshe Kantor told the European Parliament on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Condition of Rabbi Elyashiv Deteriorates

The condition of 101-year-old Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv is deteriorating. “He needs mercy from HaShem,” says his spokesman.

Jewish Honeymooners Saved from Sinking Cruise Ship

A young Jewish couple from Florida, on their honeymoon a year after their wedding, survived Italian cruise ship disaster.

New Olim Celebrate Miracles of Hanukkah and Israel

Dozens of US Jews moved to the ”Land of Miracles” Tuesday, hours before lighting the 1st candle for Hanukkah, Holiday of Lights.

Tunisian Muslims Ask Jews to Remain

Muslims in Tunisia bristled at an Israeli minister’s call for its Jews to move to Israel. ”Jews enjoy their rights.”

Bearded Rabbi Shaves US Army

A bearded rabbi has won his legal suit against the US army, which conditioned his being a chaplain on his face being hairless.

Obama in Hot Water Over Envoy’s Anti-Israel Remarks

The White House distanced itself from an ambassador’s blaming Israel for fueling anti-Semitism because of the standoff with the PA.

Muslim Brotherhood Holds ‘Kill the Jews’ Rally on Election Eve

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, which expects to win Monday’s legislative elections, held a “kill the Jews” rally in Cairo Friday.

Belgian Jews in Shock over Beating of 13-Year-old Girl

Five Muslim Moroccan girls in Belgium beat a 13-year-old classmate, called her a "dirty Jew” and told her to "return to your country.”

‘Palestinian Authority Symbolizes New Anti-Semitism’

The PA is a symbol of new anti-Semitism disguised as anti-Zionism, says the president of Latin American's Zionists.

Cars Burned in Anti-Jewish Rampage in Brooklyn

Anti-Semitic vandals went on a rampage in Brooklyn Friday, burning Jewish-owned cars and scrawling swastikas in a Jewish area.

Swiss Muslims Wear Yellow Jewish Star Badges as Protest

Swiss Muslims have offended fellow Muslims and Jews by wearing yellow badges, which Nazis forced on Jews, to protest discrimination.

First Election for European Jewish Parliament

European Jews have begun voting for the first-ever European Jewish Parliament, which will comprise 120 members, as in the Knesset.

‘Budapest – Europe’s Capital of Anti-Semitism’

The rise of right-wing and anti-Semitic parties heralds a new wave of anti-Semitism that is headquartered in Budapest, Der Spiegel reports.

Video: Obama Confuses Jews with Janitors

Obama starts to say “Jew” and quickly corrects himself to say “janitor” in a speech about the poor paying the same tax rates as the rich.

Obama Loses Jewish Support

Jewish support for Obama drops from 80%; only 22% pleased with his treatment of Israel.

PA Removes Jewish Tour Guide from Congressman’s Tour

Jordan closed Bethlehem to Christians from 1949. Israel opened the gates. Now the PA bars a Jewish guide on Congressman’s tour.

London Riots Threaten Jews in Stamford Hill

London riots threaten Jews in Stamford Hill. They have been advised not to walk alone and to be careful when going to synagogue.

‘Tenth Jew’ Dies in Kochi Region

The death of an 83-year-old Jew Saturday leaves only nine Jews in the Jewish Community at Mattanchery, located in the Kochi, India region.

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