New York

Leading Jewish influencers to highlight agenda at JPost Conference in NY June 3

With the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the turbulent events taking place across the Middle East, the Jerusalem Post Annual Conference promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event.

New York mayor accused of sexually assaulting transit co-worker in 1993

Lorna Beach-Mathura alleged that Adams, then a transit officer, assaulted her in his car while parked along the Hudson River after promising her a ride home to discuss her career problems.

By REUTERS
19/03/2024

UWS residents clean up after Effy’s, a neighborhood kosher cafe, is hit with anti-Israel graffiti

The graffiti, which police are investigating as a hate crime, conscripted Effy’s into a growing, dismal club of New York City kosher restaurants that have been vandalized.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
19/03/2024

To evade pro-Palestinian protests, Jewish and Israeli events keep locations low-profile

Jewish organizers say they would rather prioritize the safety and well-being of their attendees — even if they risk potentially tamping down attendance.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
18/03/2024

Who is Ofir Akunis? From Science and Technology Minister to Israel’s face in New York

From media correspondent to diplomat, Akunis brings a wealth of experience in technology, environment, and social policies to his new diplomatic mission.

By SIMCHA PASKO/THE MEDIA LINE
18/03/2024

Science Minister Akunis appointed Israel Consul General to New York

Minister Ofir Akunis appointed as Israeli Consul in New York. His appointment would be instrumental for the Israel-Hamas war according to Israel Katz

After drawing protests in other cities, an expo about Israeli real estate is canceled in Brooklyn

A coalition of pro-Palestinian groups declared “victory” due to the event’s cancellation and called for a rally instead of the planned protest.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
14/03/2024
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