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Israel Advocacy Gets a Boost as Students Train to Fight Bias

CAMERA brought dozens of students from across the US to participate in Leadership and Advocacy Training Conference.

Olympic 'Jewish Star' to be Inducted into Hall of Fame

Jewish American Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman will be inducted into The National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.

Jewish Student Beaten in Michigan Hate Crime

A 19-year-old Jewish student at Michigan State University was attacked in what is being described as a violent, anti-Semitic hate crime.

Rabbi and Cardinal to Pray at GOP Convention

The Republican are covering themselves religiously, turning to an orthodox rabbi to open the convention and a Cardinal to close it.

Housing Minister Launches New 'Hareidi Town'

Lots zoned for 5,000 apartments for hareidim will be marketed next week in the town of Harish, about an hour away from Tel Aviv.

Rarely-Seen Video Shows Hareidi Rav’s Love for IDF

A YouTube video that previously only had 1,000 views shows the love of hareidi Rabbi Grossman for the IDF in the war in Lebanon.

Owner of Shangri-La Hotel Tries to Reconcile with Jewish Groups

The owner of the Shangri-La hotel announced measures aimed at repairing her standing in the Jewish community.

Jewish Democrats Slam GOP for Ron Paul Tribute

Jewish Democrats slammed Republicans for planning a tribute to Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas) at the GOP national convention.

As Jewish Support for Obama Dwindles, Campaign Looks to Rabbis

Obama’s re-election campaign announced the launch of Rabbis for Obama, aimed at rallying Jewish support for president in upcoming elections.

Jewish Leader: Australia's 'Cynical' Morality Shelter's Nazis

Nazi criminals have been allowed to live comfortably due to "fickle and cynical" government morality, a Jewish leader alleged.

Feds Accuse Couple of White Supremacy-Fueled Murder Spree

A white supremacist couple accused of murdering four people in a killing spree on West Coast will return to Oregon to face federal charges.

Nazi Descendants and Holocaust Survivors March Across Poland

Descendents of Nazi SS officers, together with Holocaust survivors and their offsprings, began a week-long march across Poland.

Video: Canadian Wins International Jewish Singing Contest

Canadian singer Evan Malach won the 2012 Hallelujah Global Jewish Singing Contest, with his rendition of “Canaanite Blues.”

New Memorial to Raoul Wallenberg Inaugurated in Stockholm

A memorial to Raoul Wallenberg, the Swedish diplomat who saved the lives of thousands of Jews during WWII, was inaugurated in Stockholm.

'Secret' Nazi Book Mysteriously Dropped-Off at Chicago Library

A rare book from Nazi Germany marked with the word “Secret!” was mysteriously dropped off at the LaGrange Park Public Library in Chicago.

Church Regrets Asking Arabs to Recognize Israel as Jewish State

The United Church of Canada (UCC) has voted to boycott products exported by Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.

'Chai Lights': LA Jewish Symphony Celebrates 18 Years of Music

The L.A. Jewish Symphony is celebrating its 18th, or Chai, anniversary.

NJDC Scours Streets of Israel to Find Obama Supporters

The National Jewish Democratic Council released an ad featuring testimonies from Israelis 'thanking Obama.'

JFK Airport Plotter Conspired to Kill 'Jewish Attorney'

Convicted mastermind of a plot to blow up pipelines at NYC's JFK airport is suspected of having conspired to murder his Jewish attorney.

Bar Mitzvah Fireworks Cause Trouble for NY Congressman

A NY congressman solicited donations from constituent who sought his help in obtaining permits for bar mitzvah fireworks celebration

Amsterdam Bridge Honors Holocaust Hero

Amsterdam is commemorating a Righteous Gentile who saved 350 Jewish children during WWII by dedicating a nameless bridge in his honor.

Two Manhattan Synagogues Receive 'Sacred Sites' Grants

Two synagogues in Manhattan are among the “Sacred Sites” in New York State that have received grants for physical repairs.

Despite Incitement of Hate, 'Al Quds' Rally Set for Queen's Park

Despite objections from Jewish groups and Canadian lawmakers, an “Al-Quds” rally is scheduled to take place at Queen's Park next week.

Nazi Statue Salutes British Golfers

A golf course in Blackpool has sparked outrage by featuring a model of Adolf Hitler that gives a Nazi salute whenever a player hits target.

YouTube 'Too Slow' Taking Action Against Hate Videos

The Executive Council of Australian Jewry has called on YouTube to remove hateful material that propagates Holocaust denial.

New 'Babi Yar' Plaque Omits All Mention of Jewish Nazi Victims

Simon Wiesenthal Center criticized Russian authorities for “revisionist history” of Holocaust mass murder at Babi Yar in Ukraine.

JCC Maccabi Games Kick off in Rockland with 'Minute for Munich'

The 2012 JCC Maccabi Games kicked off Sunday night in Rockland County, N.Y., in the largest organized sports event for Jewish teens.

Olympic 'Jewish Star' Accepts Invitation to Visit Israel

Gold-winning American Jewish gymnast Aly Raisman has accepted an invitation from Diaspora Affairs Minister Yuli Edelstein to visit Israel.

Swiss Hospital Lifts Ban on Circumcision

A Swiss hospital said it is lifting the ban on circumcision that had been imposed following a controversial ruling by a German court.

AJC Urges UN Secretary General to Skip Iran Summit

American Jewish Committee is asking UN Secretary General to reconsider visiting Iran for the Non-Aligned Movement summit.

Adelson Files $60 Million Libel Lawsuit Against NJDC

Sheldon Adelson filed a $60 million libel lawsuit in federal court against the National Jewish Democratic Council.

Jimmy Carter to Address DNC, Despite Jewish Objections

Jimmy Carter has been granted prime-time speaking slot at the upcoming Democratic National Convention, despite objections from Jewish groups

Jewish American Gymnast Aly Raisman Takes Gold

Jewish-American gymnast Aly Raisman captured the gold medal in her ultimate triumph in the women’s individual floor exercise on Tuesday

Jewish Philanthropist Sami Rohr Passes Away at 86

Prominent Jewish philanthropist Sami Rohr passed away Sunday in South Florida at the age of 86.

Rabbi Sues Pennsylvania Board of Funeral Directors

An Orthodox rabbi is suing Pennsylvania’s Board of Funeral Directors, accusing it of violating religious freedom.

After Discovering Jewish Origin, Hungarian Neo-Nazi Meets Rabbi

After being ousted from far-right Hungarian Jobbik party over his Jewish roots, Csanad Szegedi has reconciled to meet with orthodox rabbi.

Secret Iranian Art Collection Includes Works of Israeli Icon

An Iranian art collection, being partially displayed at Tehran’s Museum of Contemporary Art, includes works by Jewish and Israeli artists.

Orthodox Rabbi Dies During Tragic Mikveh Immersion at Sea

An Orthodox rabbi accidentally drowned while performing ritual immersion in the sea off of the Aberystwyth resort town in West Wales.

Judge Overrules Jewish Mother, OKs 10-Year-Old Child's Baptism

A British judge has allowed a 10-year-old Jewish child to convert to Christianity against her Jewish mother’s wishes.

Video: Jewish Groups Document Canadian 'Anti-Semitic Hate Rally'

Canadian Jewish groups urge the Ontario government to stop an “anti-Semitic hate rally” from taking place on the steps of the legislature.

Jewish Gymnast Makes Olympic Finals Performing 'Hava Nagila'

American Jewish gymnast Aly Raisman reached the Olympics women's artistic gymnastics finals, beating world champion Jordyn Wieber.

Hotel Shangri-La Discrimination Case Heats Up

A discrimination case involving a group of L.A. Jews, affiliated with a pro-Israel organization, and a Muslim hotel owner began on July 26.

Jewish Teen Wins Google Science Prize

An eighth-grader from the San Diego Jewish Academy won a science prize amounting to $25,000, at annual Google Science Fair competition.

Key Obama Liaison to Jewish Community Splits

Dennis Ross, one of President Obama’s key liaisons to the Jewish community has opted to sit out the 2012 election campaign.

Cantor Calls Pelosi's Comments on Jewish Republicans 'Insulting'

House Majority Leader Eric Cantor called House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi's recent comments “patronizing” and “insulting.”

Ad Slams Obama's Israel Record in Newspapers Across America

Emergency Committee for Israel publishes an ad in Jewish newspapers across America citing liberals' criticism of Obama’s Israel record

Fury Rages in Williamsburg Over 'The Right to Bare Arms'

Ultra-Orthodox business owners in Williamsburg are trying to ban customers who do not adhere to a strict dress-code from entering stores.

US Jews Go to Bat for Israel in World Baseball Classic

American Jewish baseball players are going to bat for Israel and will play for “Team Israel” in the World Baseball Classic this summer.

Chassidic Jew Carries Olympic Torch

Chassidic London Jew Ephraim Goldstein carried the Olympic torch Monday. He has worked with seven charities and runs a soup kitchen.

J Street Ads Target US Congressmen's Support of Judea, Samaria

J Street has launched a new campaign, insisting Congressmen are "not pro-Israel" if they support Israeli annexation of Judea, Samaria.

Jewish Judge Confirmed as Head of Supreme Court in UK

David Neuberger, also known as Lord Neuberger in the United Kingdom, has been confirmed as the next head of the Supreme Court in the UK.

French Synagogue Vandalized For Third Time in Ten Days

A synagogue in Paris was vandalized Wednesday night, the third such incident within a ten-day period.

Winner: 'What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank'

Jewish-American author Nathan Englander’s short story collection,“What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank,” wins Short Story Award.

Jewish Woman Rescued from Arab Village – after 28 Years

A dramatic rescue takes a Jewish woman out of the clutches of a brutal PA Arab husband with whom she lived for 28 years.

Extreme Right Hungarian Leader Challenges Chabad Rabbi to Debate

Leader of extreme right Hungarian political party challenged head of the Hungarian Jewish Congregation, to a public debate on anti-Semitism.

Hungarian Anti-Semitic Deputy Admits Jewish Roots

A leader of Hungary's extreme-right Jobbik party, known for its anti-Semitic rhetoric, has admitted having Jewish origins.

Weizmann Institute Head Warns of Boycott Against Ariel

Head of Weizmann Institute said he will boycott the Ariel University Center of Samaria if it is granted full university status.

French Holocaust Denier Roger Garaudy Dies at 98

Roger Garaudy, one of the most controversial French philosophers of the twentieth century, died at the age of 98.

Facial Hair Provokes Lawsuit in NY Police Dept.

An Orthodox Jewish police recruit filed a lawsuit against the NYPD after he was allegedly discharged for refusing to trim his beard.

Brazilian Jewish Leaders Protest Ahmadinejad's Upcoming Visit

Brazil’s Jewish communities are voicing opposition to the upcoming visit of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.