Fire Started Mysteriously in Historic Landmark Synagogue on NYC’s Lower East Side
Agents from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives have joined the FDNY investigation.
Israel’s Sabbath-Observant Woman in the Ring
Israeli female thai boxer Nili Block heads for the 2017 IFMA World Championship in Poland to compete in muaythai boxing after fighting Russia this weekend.
Suspect Identified in San Antonio Anti-Semitic Hate Crimes
A suspect has been identified in the anti-Semitic crime spree that terrorized a Texas Jewish neighborhood in San Antonio.
Exciting Conclusion to the International Bible Contest
What are the first mentions of oil and honey in the Bible?
‘Extremist’ Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: Peace with UAE a Prophecy Coming True
The exceptional thing about the rabbi's teaching, besides the high value he places on the new relations, is the fact that Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu has long been associated with a staunch, anti-Arab ideology.
Lebanon Jews Denounce Israel as Beirut Synagogue Reopens
The Jewish community in Lebanon has officially denounced the State of Israel as the country's sole synagogue prepares to reopen in Beirut.
Jerry Lewis, Comedy Icon, Passes Away at 91
The world stopped smiling on Sunday when the stage went dark in Las Vegas. Jerry Lewis was 91 when he passed away.
Jerusalem Rabbis Issue Appeal to Public: Avoid the Temple Mount
“There is no permission for foreigners or for Jews to enter there, even if we cannot at present prevent foreigners' entry."
Suspected Car Bomb Outside Marseille Synagogue ‘Had No Detonator’
Two gas canisters inside a vehicle parked outside a synagogue raised the alert for passersby and police in Marseille on the Sabbath; a week ago a failed car bomb was aimed at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
211 New Immigrants Flee to Israel From War-Torn Ukraine
More than 200 new immigrants arrived on aliyah from eastern Ukraine, the 19th IFCJ flight since Dec. 2014.
Tel Aviv School Bans Students’ New Year’s Santa Claus Hats
Some Russian-descent students just don’t understand that Israel is a Jewish state, Mahmoud Abbas notwithstanding.
Samsung’s Newest Phone Unintentionally ‘Kosher’
The Satmar Rebbe made headlines back then when he gave his flock one month to get rid of their smartphones or find a new rebbe.
Canadian Girl Guides Cookies Go Kosher
The famous Girl Guides cookies now have the OU approval as being kosher thanks to an all-Orthodox troop in Canada, but their chocolate mint...
Vast Majority of Hesder Yeshiva Recruits Join IDF Combat Units
"It is a great privilege to learn Torah, and it is a great privilege to serve in the IDF."
Head of Tzomet Institute Rabbi Israel Rosen Passed Away at 76
He had no problem calling a spade a spade, as he did in his 2008 article about Amalek as a concept, rather than an ethnic group.
NYC Festival Mulls Russian Jewish Culture in America
"The uniqueness of this cohort’s multi-cultural identity makes their art special and relevant to their peers," said Ilia Salita of Genesis Group.
Jordan Says Law Prevents Jews from Praying on Temple Mount
“Allowing freedom of religion incites violence” is the essence of Jordan’s message.
Teen Stabbed Jewish Teacher in France ‘For ISIS’
The teen terrorist who stabbed a Jewish teacher in Marseille told police he did it for Da'esh (ISIS).
Joe Biden to Light ‘National Menorah’
Vice President Joe Biden will assist in the lighting this year of the Hanukkah menorah on the ellipse in front of the White House.
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RCA Issues Statement Regarding Freundel Matter
The Rabbinical Council of America said that since the arrest last week of Rabbi Barry Freundel of Washington, DC, it has been working assiduously to address the many challenges that its members and their communities now face.
Bar-Ilan U Scholar Wins Award for Book on Early Resistance to Rashi’s Torah Commentary
“Rashi’s Commentary may have shaped Judaism and the Jewish people more than any other work except the Bible and the Talmud.”
Netanyahu Cites ‘Boundless Inspiration’ From Lubavitcher Rebbe During Chabad Mitzvah Mobile Ceremony
Chabad mitzvah mobile 'mitzvah tanks' are spread throughout the country.
Israeli Rabbinical Court Approved Marriage of Cohen and Convert
Jewish law forbids a Cohen to marry a divorced woman or a convert.
The Perversion of Jews for Christmas
This no longer looks like a slippery slope, folks, it's more like a greased pole.
25,000 Pray in Hebron on ‘Shabbat Chayei Sarah’
Prayers by thousands of Jews at the Cave of the Patriarchs were peaceful, heartfelt and filled with hope.
Netanyahu Heats Up Mimouna Celebration
Israelis heading to Mimouna celebrations in Or Akiva saw Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and his wife Sarah at the party Saturday night.
Son of Chabad Chief Rabbi of Russia Moves to Annexed Crimea
The new rabbi believes there are as many as 15,000 Jews in Crimea, waiting for his outreach program, even though to date he has encountered only about 100.
A Million Jews in 1,000 Cities to Celebrate Shabbat Together October 27 – 28
From LA to London, Melbourne to Moscow, Tel Aviv to Tokyo, and now Mozambique, Cyprus, Togo, Paraguay and Venezuela, Jewish communities around the world will take a collective deep breath and enjoy 25 hours of Shabbat — together.
Minister Regev Presents 67 CE ‘Great Rebellion’ Coin at Cabinet Meeting
The coin bears on one side a vine leaf and the statement 'Freedom of Zion.' On the opposite side it bears a standing cup and the statement 'Second year of the great rebellion' – the year 67 CE.
PM Benjamin & Sara Netanyahu: ‘Mazel Tov, Moshe, on Your Bar Mitzvah!’
"May always be faithful to your people, your country and your family, and continue with a good and happy life."