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.

Democrat rift: Jewish donors vs swing-states Jewish voters

Could a structural disconnect in the Democrat party cost Harris the elections?

31/10/2024

New Chicago Board of Ed. President to remain despite calls for his resignation over antisemitism

This new scandal comes amid the furor that followed Mayor Johnson's refusal to state that the victim of a shooting earlier this week was Jewish.

AOC shares campaign in inaccurate Arabic, offending voters

Her post drew immense backlash due to the inaccurate Arabic translation of her flyer, with many calling it complete gibberish and offensive.

Philadelphia leaders condemn antisemitic attacks on historic synagogue

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia called the incidents "disturbing acts" that challenge "our city’s fundamental commitment to tolerance."

 Rabbi Rick Jacobs at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

'It broke my heart': Jewish Reform leader discovers American left turned its back

Reflecting on the solidarity his community expressed following the October attacks, Jacobs noted, "People who once saw Israel as distant now feel a personal connection."

 Zach Sage Fox: "We're not Jews with trembling knees."

Unfiltered Truths: Zach Sage Fox on comedy, heritage, and bearing witness post-October 7

One of the Jewish community's most valiant voices, Fox's courage led him to Ramallah in search of the truth: “You have to stand up for this moment."

By RONNIE ROSENMAN
30/10/2024

Attacker slashes Jewish man's face in Crown Heights, Brooklyn

The Crown Heights volunteer emergency services team, Shmira, is assisting the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in ensuring the attacker is apprehended.

ADL, Board of Deputies create free school resource about Jews, antisemitism

Jewish Living Online (JLO) was created to target the increase in antisemitic incidents among younger demographics and school-age children in the UK.

Australia opens inquiry into 'disturbing' antisemitism at universities, Jewish groups skeptical

The Shadow Education Minister and Australian Jewish groups called the decision "shockingly inadequate."

Russian drone strikes Jewish school in Kyiv, causing significant damage but no casualties

Chabad's Or Avner educational network in Kyiv was heavily damaged, with destruction impacting classrooms and students' rest areas.

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