Jewish World

Anti-Semitic Posters on 'Jewish Mafia' are Plastered in Paris

Posters featuring a new book about the "Jewish Mafia" written by a fierce anti-Semite have been plastered all over the French capital this month.

Rabbinate Takes Action in American Jewish Divorce Case

A rabbinic court in Tel Aviv has forced a recalcitrant American Jewish husband to face a hearing in Israel.

MK Porush Gets Threat Letter, Too

Deputy Minister of Education is seventh hareidi figure to receive letter, in an envelope containing white powder.

PA Project Cuts Access to Tomb of the Patriarchs

Jews in Hevron and Kiryat Arba report a PA building project that could cut off Jewish access to the Tomb of the Patriarchs.

Video: Congressmen's Call to Free Pollard - 'Enough is Enough'

A group of 39 U.S. congressmen call on President Obama to release Jonathan Pollard. INN TV brings you excerpts from the press conference.

Pressure on Obama as Congressmen Join the Call to Free Pollard

More pressure on Obama to free Pollard as 39 members of Congress submit a petition for his release.

New Group to Protect, Restore Vandalized Mount of Olives

Though significant as a holy site and cemetery, the Mount of Olives has become vandalized and terrorized. A new group aims to reverse the trend.

Israel National Radio Hosts Hold "Kitchen Cabinet"

New video series - now you can watch the Yishai and Malkah Fleisher Radio Show as the popular married duo hash it out in the Holy Land.

U.S. Jewish-Muslim Project in Trouble over Extremist Ties

A U.S. interfaith group pf Jews and Muslims is in trouble as rabbis drop out over concerns of Muslim extremist ties.

German Photographer's Anti-Israel Paris Show: 'Gaza 2010'

A French Jewish organization has denounced a German photographer's anti-Israel show in Paris, “Gaza 2010.”

From Jail to Judaism, Rapper 'Shines' with Rabbi

Recently out of jail, rapper Shyne now goes by the name Moshe Levi and is giving inspirational talks to yeshiva youth with Rabbi Eli Goldsmith.

Rabbi Dov Lior Tells PM: Stand Like a Rock Against Our Enemies

Rabbi Lior, a leading religious-Zionist rabbi, called on Netanyahu not to budge in the face of US pressure. Emergency meeting of rabbis called.

Interview with World Expert on Anti-Semitism: Danger is Real

Professor Robert S. Wistrich of Hebrew U. says anti-Zionism is just the medium for renewed WWII type anti-Semitism and we must wake up.

Swastika Attack in Chile

Anti-Semites in Chile sprayed swastikas and anti-Semitic pictures on the walls of Jewish youth center in the latest hate action against Jews.

Mosque Opposition Moves from Ground Zero to Tennessee

First it was Ground Zero, Now, Tennessee residents are opposing the expansion of a mosque, fearing it will be a center for Sharia in their midst.

Jewish Surgeon Walks Out on Nazi Patient

A Jewish doctor in Germany walked out of surgery when he saw the Nazi tattoo on the patient’s arm. “I can’t treat your husband,” he said.

Kosher Supermarket to Open in Moscow by 2011

Kosher-only supermarket shopping is coming to Moscow. The Israel-based Co-Op Supermarket will open its doors in Russia by the end of 2011.

91-Year-Old Bar Mitzvah Boy Tours Old City of Jerusalem

Israel National News meets 91-year-old Eliezer (Hans) De Leeuw, who marked his Bar Mitzvah in Jerusalem 78 years later than expected.

Rabbi Eliyahu: Islam is 'Zionist,' It Promises Israel to Jews

Muslims who know their Koran realize that the Land of Israel belongs to the Jewish people, writesTsfat Chief Rabbi in Arabic Al-Sanara newspaper.

Amit Educational Awards Celebrate Its Students' Accomplishments

Amit runs more than 85 facilities, including schools, youth villages and child care groups all over Israel, says director Dr. Francine S. Stein.

Memorial to Romanian Jews as Mass Grave Uncovered

A Holocaust survivor reveals a decades-old memorial to the Jews of Iasi, Romania, just before a mass grave is uncovered.

Kristallnacht Goes Political, Germany Features Pro-PA Jew

This year’s Kristallnacht event in Germany recalls the pogrom by hosting a Jew who blames Israel for anti-Semitism and backs PA demands.

Europe: Archive Project to Ease Holocaust Research

A European-wide project aims to ease access to Holocaust records, records will be put online for public access.

Rabbi Kahane's Legacy Remembered at Ground Zero

Three separate events last week, including one at Ground Zero, remembered the legacy of former Knesset Member Rabbi Meir Kahane.

MK Katz: Obama's Downfall Was Divine "Measure for Measure"

Interview: The Democratic defeat in recent elections was Divine “payback” for for President Obama's disrespect of Israel, says MK Yaakov Katz.

Bnei Brak Rabbis Issue Edict: Don't Rent to Infiltrators

Rabbis from Bnei Brak say renting out apartments to infiltrators will have serious consequences.

Another US Campus is Home to Medieval Anti-Semitism

At Univ. of Texas, activist and speaker Noam Bedein is shocked at blatant hatred and medieval-style anti-Semitism, beyond the usual.

Blind IDF Veteran to Run in NYC Marathon Sunday

A blind IDF veteran is running the 26-mile NYC Marathon on Sunday to raise money and awareness for Israel's first seeing-eye dog training center.

Suit Rejected; Destruction of Temple-Era Finds to Continue

The High Court has rejected a private claim against the Islamic Wakf over the destruction of Temple-period Jewish artifacts.

Jewish GOP Rep. Cantor Set to Be Majority Leader

Jewish Congressman Eric Cantor is set to be the new GOP majority leader in the House of Representatives, where he will remain the party’s lone Jew.

Hi-Tech Holy Letters in Tzfat

A mega-million dollar center has opened a window to the ancient past in Tzfat to help people understand the ancient art of the Jewish scribe.

IDF Rabbis Display Technology for Solving Problems of Jewish Law

IDF Rabbinate and Technology Conference: Technological developments which solve problems that contradict religious observance during army service

Florida Governor Who Executed Jewish Prisoner Loses Senate Bid

Florida voters politically buried Gov. Crist as part of the Tea Party revolt. Crist had refused to stay the execution of a Jewish prisoner.

Global Day Celebration Marks Completion of Steinsaltz Talmud

Renowned Torah sage Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz is set to complete his 45-volume translation and commentary on the Talmud Sunday in a live broadcast.

49 Jewish Graves Desecrated in Northeastern France

Nearly a third of the gravestones in the 200-year-old Jewish cemetery of Bar-le-Duc in northeastern France were smashed Friday night.

Bill to Limit Army Exemption for Religious Girls

A proposed law would define girls' religiosity by attendance at a religious educational institution in order to receive military service exemption.

Poll Reveals 'Secrets' of the Hareidi Community

A wide-ranging poll of the Hareidi Jewish public says that the community will consist of over one million members inside of a dozen years.

Campaign to Memorialize the Munich 11

Eleven murdered Israeli athletes at the 1972 Olympics will be memorialized Sunday night in Ramat Gan and again in NY at the 2012 Maccabi Games.

Final Preparations for Shlomo Carlebach Memorial

INN takes you behind the scenes at the rehearsals for the 16th Annual Shlomo Carlebach Memorial Concert, to be held in Jerusalem next week.

US Education Dept Bans Anti-Semitism Under Title VI

The U.S. Department of Education is moving to protect Jewish students against anti-Semitism under Title VI, after a six year ZOA campaign.

Torah Stolen, Women's Entrance Smashed in Arizona Synagogue

A Torah scroll and several other ritual items were stolen this week from an Arizona synagogue, and the women's entrance was smashed.

Religious Soldiers March Forward in Officers’ Course

Religious soldiers once again make up a disproportionately high number of graduating IDF officers course. ”Good education” is cited.

US Jewish Comedian Easily Beats Obama as 'Most Influential'

No joke: Comedian Jon Stewart is named “most influential man of 2010" while President Obama drops to 21st place.

Billionaire Ukrainian to Head European Jewish Group

The two largest European Jewish groups now are headed by billionaires following the election of a Ukrainian bank tycoon.

MK Kara: Druze are Descended from Jews

The secret is out, says Druze MK Ayoub Kara: "The Druze are actually descended from the Jewish people, and genetic evidence proves it."

22 Jewish Groups Listed on 2009 Philanthropy 400

Just 22 Jewish organizations made the 2009 list of groups selected for the U.S.-based Chronicle of Philanthropy 400 this year.

Study: More Jews in US Than in Israel

A new population study conducted by two US universities claims that more Jews still live in the United States than in Israel.

Scripture Through Jewish, Christian and Muslim Eyes

A unique project hosted by Jerusalem's Institute for Advanced Studies compares early Jewish, Christian and Muslim scriptural interpretations.

CBS News Reporter Aims at Jerusalem's City of David

On '60 Minutes,' Lesley Stahl strives to delegitimize the presence of Jews in the City of David and cast doubt on an archaeological dig ther

More Rabbis Join Call Not to Sell Land to Arabs

Rabbis of 'Our Land of Israel' voice support for the northern rabbis who asked Jewish homeowners not to aid the Arab 'creeping conquest.'

US Rabbi Defends Israel Against PA Cleric's Diatribe

Rabbi Marc Schneier defends Israel against a diatribe by the chief Islamic judge of the Palestinian Authority, Sheikh Taysir al-Tamimi.

Hareidi Opposition to Requiring Loyalty Oath from Jews

A report in Makor Rishon says the amended version of the loyalty oath requirement for new citizens has a slim chance of becoming law.

Chilean MPs Give Thanks at Kotel

Members of Chile's parliament gave thanks at the Western Wall for the rescue of 33 trapped miners last week.

Interview: 'A Citizenship Law for Jews Around the World'

Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed has what he says is a better idea for a citizenship law - one that grants Israeli citizenship to Jews around the world.

Israel Offers First Prayers for Rain

Jews begin praying for much-needed rain.

Late Kabbalist, Jewish Org Team Up To Promote Aliyah

An innovative Jewish organization has teamed up with a late Jerusalem kabbalist to spread a long-hidden message of Aliyah to Israel.

Hareidi Religious Rabbis Flock to Temple Mount

The hareidi religious community has been visiting the Temple Mount in larger numbers than ever, says Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick.

Sephardi-Hareidi Rabbi: Terrorists' Deaths Are Not to be Mourned

Sephardi-hareidi rabbi is asked: Is it in accordance with Jewish law to be glad when proven terrorist murderers have been killed?

Rabbi Dov Lior 'Favors Arab Right of Return – to Saudi Arabia'

Head of Yesha Rabbis' Council says large houses in Shechem and Ramallah will be just right for immigrants from US.

Sha'alvim Yeshiva Marks Jubilee

Huge event planned for Tuesday on the yeshiva campus with the participation of religious dignitaries and cantors' performances