Manhattan

Israeli victims of Iranian terrorism among those to be compensated after sale of NYC skyscraper

The United States first sought to seize the 650 Fifth Avenue skyscraper in 2008, after learning of the Iranian government-owned bank’s secret interest in the property.

650 Fifth Avenue, a 36-story office tower near Manhattan's Rockefeller Center, is seen on April 20, 2014.
A satellite image shows damage on Kharg Island, Iran, after US strikes, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, March 14, 2026.

In striking Kharg Island, Trump struck the choke point of Iran’s oil economy - opinion

Tucker Carlson looks on during US President Donald Trump’s meeting with oil  industry executives, at the White House in Washington, Jan. 9.

What Bret Stephens got wrong in his ‘State of World Jewry’ address - opinion

The Midtown Manhattan skyline of New York City is seen as ice floats on the Hudson River on January 28, 2026.

New York UN School ignored Jewish teacher's antisemitism complaints, investigated her instead


Investor Michael Steinhardt banned for life from collecting antiquities

Investor and philanthropist to Jewish causes Michael Steinhardt agreed to forfeit $70 million in looted antiquities and never again collect ancient artifacts in a plea deal.

 Michael Steinhardt speaks at the Champions of Jewish Values International Awards Gala in New York City, May 21, 2017.

Leaders, musicians raise antisemitism awareness with Hanukkah lighting in Times Square

Confirmed guests include 'Real Housewives of New York' star Eboni K. Williams, and recording artists David Broza and the a cappella group Maccabeats.

NEW YORKERS participate in a parade to celebrate Israel’s Independence Day, in Times Square in April.

Malcolm X's convicted killers to be exonerated - Manhattan DA

He was shot dead at New York City's Audubon Ballroom while preparing to deliver a speech. Three members of the Nation of Islam were convicted in the shooting.

Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X wait for a press conference to begin in an unknown location, March 26, 1964

Timna TLV opens after winning critical acclaim

Nir Mesika grew up in Israel, relocated to the US and won accolades for his Mediterranean restaurant Timna in Manhattan.

 An individual kubana serving at Timna TLV

6 amazing Jewish films at DOC NYC, largest documentary festival in US

The festival will screen more than 120 feature-length documentaries in-person Nov. 10-18 at three Manhattan theaters — the IFC Center, SVA Theatre and Cinépolis Chelsea — and online until Nov. 28.

 Lower East Side, Manhattan

Fired Park East rabbi holding rival services blocks from his old synagogue

This will be at least the second service hosted by Rabbi Benjamin Goldschmidt since he was fired from the wealthy Orthodox congregation on Manhattan’s Upper East Side on Oct. 15.

 Park East Synagogue

Fired NY Rabbi says accusations of synagogue coup are 'hurtful'

Schneier’s allies accused Goldschmidt of inappropriately sharing synagogue members’ email addresses and of orchestrating a coup to replace Schneier, 91, who has led the synagogue for nearly 60 years.

 Park East Synagogue

Sunrise NYC rejects decision by DC affiliate to shun ‘Zionist’ partners

NYC Rally (Credit: David Abadie)

Reporter’s Notebook: Bennett went to KJ, a shul with a special place in his heart, for the holiday

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett prayed at the legendary Kehilat Jeshurun synagogue in Manhattan on the holiday.

 Israel's Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is seen praying during his visit to Washington, on August 25, 2021.

For Bennett, a friendly crowd at a New York shul

Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun – packed with a crowd of nearly 200 select members – welcomed back Bennett, who marked 100 days in office last week, and his staff.

 Israel's Prime Minister Naftali Bennett speaks during the weekly cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, September 5, 2021.