Synagogue
Inside America’s first prison synagogue: New exhibit tells the story of Jewish inmates who built it
While founded by Quakers and long Christian-oriented, Eastern State hosted Jewish prisoners as early as the 1800s.
Beyond the Headlines: New synagogue in Kissufim, with the old Torah ark from Gush Katif - opinion
Some 300 evacuated after car with military-grade weapon found near Paris synagogue
As global antisemitism rises, demand for Israeli real estate is growing
Venice art installation grapples with its Jewish history at 61st International Art Exhibition
At once playful, spiritual, and unsettling, Nabatele imagines a Jewish house of worship without ground beneath it.
Two Bnei Brak minors charged in alleged theft of nearly NIS 100,000 worth of silver from synagogues
Police said the investigation began after officers received complaints of break-ins at multiple locations in Bnei Brak, including a synagogue, a residence, and a supermarket.
Synagogue attack thwarted: Russia's FSB arrests man allegedly planning arson attack on Jewish site
The suspect, a Russian national who was allegedly obeying instructions from a handler in Syria, purchased components and chemicals used to manufacture incendiary devices, according to the FSB.
Damascus synagogue tours highlight renewed interest in Syrian Jewish history and diaspora ties
Tours of synagogues and meetings with religious leaders highlight renewed interest in Jewish history and unresolved questions over historic sites, property, and diaspora ties.
A tale of two Aris: How a fallen IDF soldier’s name forged a lifelong family bond - opinion
After recovering intel from Hamas headquarters and saving countless lives, Sgt. Ari Weiss was shot and passed away, but his name has inspired heroic legacies for 18 children.
Final suspect in 2024 Melbourne synagogue arson case indicted by Australian police
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and other Australian officials have claimed the attack was one of two incidents carried out at Iran’s behest, leading to the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador.
Dutch police foil alleged bomb, arson plot against synagogue - report
Dutch police have stated the suspect was allegedly involved in plans to either plant an explosive device or set fire to the synagogue.
The guard outside the synagogue - opinion
Our guard stands in the cold, gives up holidays with his family, and carries a responsibility he never chose. When tragedy comes, men like him are often the first line of defense.
Exploring Vilnius: the Jerusalem of Lithuania and its Jewish past
A walk through Vilnius reveals a city of cobbled streets and cafés layered over Jewish heritage, from the Vilna Gaon’s legacy to the ruins of the Great Synagogue.
Object thrown through Toronto synagogue window, day after arson attack on Montreal synagogue
A window of the Mishkan Avraham synagogue was broken, but no injuries were reported. An investigation was opened, but as of writing there are no suspects.
