'Chanukah 250' initiative to bring Hanukkah celebrations to all 50 US states
Noted philanthropist and entrepreneur Phil Friedman, chairman and CEO of technology company Computer Generated Solutions, was named the initiative's general chairman.
Diaspora
Secret Oslo negotiations revealed as Norway releases thousands of previously hidden documents
Giving beyond the gift
Jeremy Leibler: Australian Jewry’s future must be about more than fighting antisemitism
Genesis Prize opens public nominations for 2027
Annual $1 million prize, known as the “Jewish Nobel,” is seeking nominations from around the world through Nov 30, with the public invited to nominate individuals recognized for their achievements
MDA paramedics partner with SCN to train Jewish security leaders
The session marked the first time the organization trained the Security Director Network, a professional body composed of security directors who oversee standards-based security operations.
More than 60,000 Christians, Jews march in Peru in support of Israel, against antisemitism
Speaking to the crowd, Ambassador Dagan encouraged people to commit to fighting Jew-hatred as a way of honoring the memory of those who died in the Holocaust.
Philly anti-Israel groups plan boycott of Jewish businesses before Kristallnacht anniversary
The graphic explicitly singles out several dining locations in the city, displaying crossed-out warning icons over the names Mac Mart, K'Far Cafe, Huda, Goldie, Dizengoff, and Schlesinger's.
US Jews vote decidedly Democratic, but Michigan's race emphasizes divisions on candidates
The findings indicate that, despite growing divisions within the Democratic Party over Israel and concerns about antisemitism, Jewish voters continued to favor Democratic candidates nationally.
Herzog's global Jewish council celebrates completion of its inaugural term
Voice of the People ended its first council term in Budapest with more than 20 projects taking shape and nearly 2,500 applications for a second cohort.
Providence voters approve ballot initiative that could lead to divestment from Israel
The vote makes Providence the largest municipality yet to vote in favor of some form of Israel divestment, following the lead of Somerville, Massachusetts.
Trump: Monsey, NY Jews should vote 'in big numbers' for Lawler, he 'fights against antisemitism'
"Mike has worked tirelessly for his constituents, for our Country, and for the Jewish people," Trump added. "He understands the importance of protecting our communities."
Germany sees sharp rise in Islamist-motivated antisemitic crimes since October 7
Greens MP Lamya Kaddor asked the federal government last month what figures it has regarding antisemitic incidents in Muslim or Islamist contexts before and after October 7, 2023.
Jewish groups say Birmingham City Council move to discuss 'divestment boycott' of Israel is illegal
A UKLFI spokesperson said, “Birmingham City Council cannot lawfully use public contracts, pension funds, and banking arrangements to pursue political campaigns.
