Kings, queens, pawns and knights: The Glatt shidduch game
For Tu B'Av, A critical look at the Shidduch Crisis in the Jewish community. Op-ed.
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President Biden and First Lady wish Jewish community a Happy Passover
President Joe Biden calls story of exodus from Egypt a message about the dangers of the current rise in antisemitism and hate crimes.
Watch: New group protecting Jews in America's inner cities
The non-profit Community Security Service (CSS) teaches Jewish community members how to defend themselves against numerous threats.
Jewish hopes, dreams and struggles in South Africa: Part III
Every country where Jews have lived has its own Jewish history. A rabbi reminisces, stories about a once thriving Jewish community. Op-ed.
Ex-officer under fire resigns from SAFE Louisville initiative
Ex-officer at the scene of Breonna Taylor killing resigns from Louisville Jewish community security role.
Europe’s Smallest Jewish Community: A Story of Iceland’s Jewish People
Just 300 Jews, but they're still holding on after almost 400 years.
Will Jewish communities recover from the Russia-Ukraine war?
How the Russia-Ukraine war is undoing 30 years of Jewish community building in Ukraine.
An insult to the entire New York City Jewish community
CUNY Chancellor insulted the entire New York Jeiwsh community. Op-ed.
The trumpets' call for Jewish unity
The greatest demonstration of Jewish unity is when every Jew, no matter where he is, feels the pain and suffering of less fortunate Jews.
Jewish org putting up Florida billboards calling out antisemitism
JewBelong's campaign uses billboards to spread message of awareness about antisemitism and its impact on the Jewish community.
'Defending' the FBI: 'Hostage-taking was not related to the Jewish community'
The FBI was attacked 'merely' because it did not immediately ascribe the attack in a Jewish Temple to antisemitism. Satire.
Comments on the Colleyville synagogue hostage event
The talking point about this event not being “related to the Jewish community,” is absurd from the start. Opinion.
This will not stand - a letter to the Jewish community on sexual abuse
Three well-known psychiatrists on the tragedy of sexual abuse and the need to be aware of the challenges facing our communities. Opinion.
Florida Jewish community sends food to police precinct after officer was shot nearby
Orthodox Jewish community in South Florida sends meals to police station after officer shot during robbery near synagogue.
The court decision that is a clear and present danger to America’s Jews
A decision of 3 federal judges on the eve of Yom Kippur should send shivers down the collective spines of the US Jewish community. Op-ed.
President Joe Biden wishes the Jewish community a meaningful fast on Yom Kippur
President Biden releases Yom Kippur statement wishing the Jewish community "an easy and meaningful fast."
Historic Jewish community of Florence, SC recognized by city council
Florence's mayor thanks Jewish community, which dates back to the 1850s, for its contributions to every aspect of city life.
Montreal auction house sale of Nazi items criticized by Jewish community
Community not satisfied by company's explanation that buyers are "military collections" buying "historical pieces."
Church of England to apologize for medieval expulsion of the Jews
Expulsion followed 200 year period of anti-Semitism for England's Jewish community, who were invited back nearly 400 years later.
Nebraska Congressman stands up for the Jewish community
Rep. Don Bacon (NE-R) recently delivered a floor speech in Congress to address the very concerning uptick in hate crimes against Jews.
Australian Jewish couple among 150 missing in Surfside building collapse
Australian Jewish community calling for "urgent prayers" for local couple in their 60s still missing in the Miami condo building collapse.
200 people rally against Iranian government in LA
Demonstration features many different groups, including the Jewish community, taking a stand against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Tucson, AZ Jewish community rallies against anti-Semitism
Candlelight march to show solidarity in the wake of recent anti-Semitic acts of vandalism.
Winnipeg Jewish Federation ad slammed by community members
Ad referring to the "Palestinian Territories" and failing to explicitly call out Hamas accused of failing to advocate for the community.
Israel's Ambassador to Germany asks gov to protect Jewish community
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier calls incidents of anti-Semitism a "crime," saying they won't "tolerate the hatred of Jews."
Proposed bike corridor pits Australian city against Jewish community
Glen Eira's “safe cycling corridor” cuts through road with three synagogues who fear that plan will put accessibility in jeopardy.
Rabbi Braves Flames to Rescue Torah Scroll at Cape Town University
Jewish community houses evacuated as fires continue to burn
Austria to triple its spending on Jewish community security
Austrian government promises $4.7m to help secure Jewish community.
Kiddush, Torah learning, and gefilte fish in Dubai
President of UAE Jewish community speaks of the acceptance the community has received in Dubai, from the people and the government.
Rome names central street after community rabbi
In historic ceremony, Rome names street after Rabbi Eliyahu Toaff, Holocaust survivor and chief rabbi of Rome for 50 years.
Maryland suburb of DC to screen anti-Israel film
Jewish community slams 'discriminatory' decision to use taxpayer funds to present 'one-sided, highly biased' anti-Israel film.
US Jewish community looks to defend itself as attacks rise
As the number of anti-Semitic incidents rises, twin efforts aim to prevent and recognize shootings, and arm worshipers.
White House invites Jewish leaders over for a talk
Trump administration invites Jewish leaders to talk about 'pertinent issues' impacting community.
Soccer teams ask to change finals ‘to respect Jewish community’
Presidents of two soccer club finalists for Libertadores cup ask that final match be rescheduled 'to respect our Jewish fans'.
Latin American Jews support two-state solution, new survey shows
Latin American Jewish leaders say internal divisions, community leadership are main problems.
Open letter to Jewish community from single parent
What we need are genuine invites that convey a desire to spend time with us and make us feel that we are valued members of our community.
Jewish community in India mostly unaffected by deadly floods
At least 324 people killed in flooding in southern Indian state of Kerala in what local officials call worst flooding in 100 years.
General signs order granting Hevron community official status
Order establishes official municipal services administration for the Jewish community of Hevron.
'Hurricane Harvey is a disaster larger than Katrina'
Jewish Federation official says Houston Jewish community 'could take years' to recover.
Nonexistent Jewish community condemns Israel
Chechnya’s Jewish community doesn’t exist — but it’s angry at Israel.
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