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ADL and JCPA diverge over teachers union, exposing a divide over how to fight antisemitism

The unusual public dispute between the Jewish Council of Public Affairs and the Anti-Defamation League brought to the fore a tension over how to fight antisemitism within schools and unions.

Members of the National Education Association and allies in Congress rally outside Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon’s confirmation hearing on February 12, 2025 in Washington, DC.
Jewish American Heritage Month, first designated in 2006, takes place in May.

American Jewish exceptionalism is ending, here’s what must come next - opinion

US Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) speaks to the press as he exits a vote on Capitol Hill in Washington.

House rejects bill to strip Israel aid despite over 100 Democrats voting to cut funding

Transportation Minister Miri Regev attends a press conference in Lod, March 12, 2026.

Transportation Ministry weighs limiting election flights over anti-Netanyahu voting fears - report


Youth being recruited to carry out shootings against Jewish, US targets, Toronto police chief says

"Through encrypted messaging apps, young people are hired to carry out attacks against various targets. And in order to get paid, they're required to film their attacks," said police chief Demkiw.

 The entrance to Congregation Beth Tikvah in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, following an antisemitic attack, December 18, 2024

Jewish start-up founders face hate for exposing antisemitic applicant's messages - interview

Cornell University released a statement on June 9 saying that it takes all reports of discrimination and hate speech seriously.

Jewish American start-up co-founders and brothers Gabe and Aiden Einhorn.

American Jewish leaders across political spectrum express alarm at Trump’s Iran deal

On the right and the left, Jewish groups are expressing concerns about the deal that Trump and Iran announced on Sunday night, even as its terms have not yet officially come into focus.

US President Donald Trump reacts as remarks are delivered to reporters about his administration's support for coal energy production, among other topics, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US June 4, 2026.

How Jewish soccer legends forced to flee the Holocaust built modern football

Béla Guttmann changed the shape of modern Brazilian soccer - and changed the sport forever - when he imported the revolutionary 4-2-4 system from Hungary to São Paulo in 1957.

Benfica coach and manager Bela Guttmann (1900-1981), blowing a whistle, during a training session at White City Stadium in London, England, 5th April 1962.

Students from 31 countries explore their Jewish roots in ANU competition

The five first-place winners of the My Family Story competition had the opportunity to connect to their ancestors and represent various Jewish communities around the world,

Daniel Voloshchuk's handmade Russian project won first-place in the My Family Story competition, exploring the gaps in many Jewish family histories.

The doctors choosing Israel in a time of war

At a New Jersey hotel, hundreds of medical professionals spent a Sunday deciding to move to Israel. I spent the day asking them why.

Medical professionals attend MedEx in New Jersey.

Fighting antisemitism with gin: Kosher spirits project backs Jewish life in Spain

A luxury kosher gin project turns collectible spirits into a funding source for Jewish life and legal support amid rising antisemitism in Spain.

Black Forest Gin is a tangible collectible investment that fights antisemitism.

Bondi Beach victim's daughter becomes leading antisemitism advocate in Australia

“I have gone through the worst thing," said Sheina Gutnick. "So, I have become stronger, wanting to spread the message that no matter what happens... we are one people."

People gather at the floral tribute at Bondi Beach to honour the victims of a mass shooting targeting a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday at Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 16, 2025.

Hebrew Union College moves to dismiss Ohio lawsuit, cites religious interference

Hebrew Union College is asking a court to dismiss Ohio’s lawsuit over its plan to wind down operations in Cincinnati, arguing it violates the First Amendment and entangles the state in religion.

The campus of Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati, Ohio, January 21, 2019.

This rabbi made history in the civil rights era, I had to tell his story - opinion

Since his jail time in St. Augustine, Rabbi Secher has dedicated his life to tikkun olam, repairing the world.

Allen Secher was ordained by Hebrew Union College in 1962.