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For Jewish communities in areas battered by Helene, High Holidays take a backseat to basic safety

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How a 1929 massacre of Jews in Hebron foreshadowed Oct. 7

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I’m Haitian and Jewish. I refuse to have my identities be weaponized.

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Jewish professor says Muhlenberg College fired her over pro-Palestinian social media posts

By Andrew Lapin September 27, 2024 12:52 pm

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Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC

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Israel’s Third Lebanon War is underway. Here’s what you need to know.

People listen to a speech by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah on November 3, 2023 in Tehran, Iran. (Majid Saeedi/Getty Images)

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Israel kills Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah

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Netanyahu vows in UN speech to fight on in Lebanon and Gaza, as Israel strikes Hezbollah HQ in Beirut

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What Eric Adams’ Jewish supporters and critics are saying after his indictment

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Laura Loomer, Jewish activist who flew on Trump’s plane, says her ties to antisemites shouldn’t count against her

By Ron Kampeas September 26, 2024 5:27 pm

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In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border gains new resonance after Oct. 7

By Jackie Hajdenberg September 26, 2024 2:57 pm

Israel

US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between Israel and Hezbollah

By Ron Kampeas September 26, 2024 9:18 am

Politics

Trump ally says he did not intend Nazi symbolism by selling pillows for $14.88

By Ron Kampeas September 26, 2024 9:05 am

New York

From securing a tortoise to 40 hours of choir rehearsal: How New York’s Temple Emanu-El prepares for the High Holidays

By Julia Gergely September 25, 2024 5:27 pm

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For Jewish communities in areas battered by Helene, High Holidays take a backseat to basic safety

How a real-life rabbi coached Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ about making interfaith relationships realistic

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Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ casually celebrates Judaism. I want a second season.

How a 1929 massacre of Jews in Hebron foreshadowed Oct. 7

I’m Haitian and Jewish. I refuse to have my identities be weaponized.

Jewish professor says Muhlenberg College fired her over pro-Palestinian social media posts

Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC

ISRAEL

Israel’s Third Lebanon War is underway. Here’s what you need to know.

Israel kills Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah

Netanyahu vows in UN speech to fight on in Lebanon and Gaza, as Israel strikes Hezbollah HQ in Beirut

Where do NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ potential successors stand on Israel and Jewish issues?

What Eric Adams’ Jewish supporters and critics are saying after his indictment

Laura Loomer, Jewish activist who flew on Trump’s plane, says her ties to antisemites shouldn’t count against her

In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border gains new resonance after Oct. 7

US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between Israel and Hezbollah

Trump ally says he did not intend Nazi symbolism by selling pillows for $14.88

From securing a tortoise to 40 hours of choir rehearsal: How New York’s Temple Emanu-El prepares for the High Holidays

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Actress Observing High Holy Days Fired from ‘Fiddler on Roof’ Cast

Rosh Hashana Synagogue Worshippers Asked to Bring Guns

City’s Aspect Changed As Yom Kippur is Observed

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