Diaspora

Diaspora Jewry is the collective name for the Jewish communities outside of the Land of Israel. Historically, these communities go back to big historical events like the Babylonian exile, the siege of Jerusalem and the expulsion from Spain. Today, the biggest Diaspora communities exist in the United States, France, Canada, the UK and Russia.

In a rarity, Cornell pro-Palestinian encampment disbands with neither arrests nor deal

Encampments at a series of other schools have ended only after schools made agreements with protesters or called in police.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
15/05/2024
 American Jewish actor and comedian Michael Rapaport visiting the Western Wall in Jerusalem

From 'Friends' actor to vocal defender of Israel: Michael Rapaport's New Yorker’s guide to advocacy

Michael Rapaport isn’t going to let politeness get in the way of defending Israel and Jews.

15/05/2024

Paris Holocaust memorial vandalized with 'blood-red hands'

The Wall of the Righteous and other sites in the neighborhood were defaced by hooded individuals, according to the Holocaust memorial foundation.

School district grilled at Congress clashed with parent over Gaza war lessons

School district grilled by Congress accused of teaching one-sided lessons on Gaza

The BUSD curriculum on the Gaza war is allegedly being withheld from Fendel's review in violation of parental rights afforded by the 1998 Education Empowerment Act.

PFLP: The lesser known terrorist group fueling protests in the US

The Marxist-Leninist terrorist organization Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) has maintained an influential role in the post-October 7 anti-Israel movement.

Remembering the unsung American and Canadians heroes in Israel

Since 1967, the Association of Americans and Canadians in Israel has held an annual ceremony to recognize fallen Israeli soldiers from North America.

By FELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE
14/05/2024

Jews were excluded from California county’s death penalty juries for decades, new evidence reveals

Alameda County faces scrutiny for potential jury discrimination in death-row cases dating back to 1977, including exclusion of Black female and Jewish jurors.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
14/05/2024

Many Jewish students say pro-Palestinian encampments make them feel less safe, Hillel survey finds

A survey by Hillel International found Jewish students feel less safe due to pro-Palestinian protests on campuses, with many encountering antisemitic rhetoric.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
14/05/2024

How US Jews are marking Israel’s war-torn Independence Day in their own communities

Jewish congregations worldwide adjust Israel's Independence Day celebrations amid Israel-Hamas conflict, addressing complex feelings with ceremonies focusing on democracy and unity.

By JACOB GURVIS/JTA
14/05/2024

Israel must lead the Jewish community in its fight against global antisemitism

As the homeland and protector of the Jewish people, Israel must take this proactive measure to combat the rising tide of hatred and prejudice.

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