Obituary

Lindsey Graham’s death leaves a void in US support for Israel and Ukraine

Graham died Saturday, aged 71, following what his office described as a “brief and sudden illness.” His office did not immediately disclose an official cause of death.  

A picture taken on July 10, 2026 shows US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) speaking to the media after his meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, just days before his sudden passing.
MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 14: Sen Lindsey Graham, Member of the US Senate, speaks to the people during the demonstration for human rights in Iran at Theresienwiese during the 62nd Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2026 in Munich, Germany.

Lindsey Graham remembered as dedicated advocate for Iran's opposition

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) speaks to reporters, as members of Congress work to resolve a dispute over immigration enforcement and avert a looming partial government shutdown, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, January 30, 2026.

Lindsey Graham advocated for Israel through his policies until the end

 Bonnie Tyler performs during Philipp Plein Oscars Night 2024 Runway Show at Chateau Falconview on March 09, 2024 in Bel Air, California.

Bonnie Tyler, Welsh singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart', dead at 75


Remembering Ilan Chaim: A man who lived life to the fullest

This tribute to Ilan Chaim cannot properly encapsulate everything this man was, but we can at least pay respect to his legacy at the paper.

Ilan Chaim

Katherine Janus Kahn, illustrator of ‘Sammy Spider’ Jewish children’s books, dies at 83

Janus Kahn, a fine artist also noted for her works on political justice and women’s issues, illustrated more than 50 books for Kar-Ben, a publishing house for Jewish children’s books.

Katherine Janus Kahn, the illustrator of the Sammy Spider Jewish children's books, speaks about her work in a 2013 video.

Rabbi Moshe Hauer’s quiet strength united Jews everywhere - opinion

Rabbi Hauer didn’t just build bridges; he was a bridge

THE WRITER (right) stands with Rabbi Moshe Hauer at the Haas Promenade after an OU Israel annual Jerusalem Day celebratory morning prayer service overlooking the Old City. Everybody who encountered Rabbi Hauer felt how much he genuinely cared, says the writer.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies unexpectedly at 29

Daniel Naroditsky, son of a Ukranian immigrant, had begun playing chess at the age of 6. His influence extended beyond the chessboard, according to the International Chess Federation.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky

In fond memory of Rabbi David Ebner: My sharp, sensitive, story-telling rebbe - opinion

When he led us in prayer, we felt the heavens open. Amid the awe, he would sweep us up in joyous dance, drawing his students into the profound intensity of his prayers.

RABBI DR. DAVID EBNER: His approach set a yeshiva-wide tone of intellectual rigor combined with warmth, kindness, and compassion.

Robert Jay Lifton, pioneering scholar of Nazi doctors and Jewish memory, dies at 99

Robert Jay Lifton, whose work on genocide psychology reshaped Holocaust studies and Jewish thought for decades, died at his home in Massachusetts at 99.

Robert Jay Lifton in a 2009 documentary based on his book, "The Nazi Doctors."

Elon Dershowitz, film producer, dies at 64

Elon Dershowitz had an accomplished career in producing movies and podcasts.

Elon Dershowitz

Terence Stamp, actor who played Superman villain Zod, dies at 87

"He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come."

Cast member Terence Stamp arrives for the UK premiere of 'Song for Marion' at the Odeon West End, Leicester Square, London, Britain, October 19, 2012.

Jewish scholar, historian, and leader Rabbi Berel Wein dies at 91

Rabbi Berel Wein's impact on the Jewish world blossomed not only from his films, books, and audio lectures, but also the founding and leadership of institutions.

‘JEWISH HISTORY is the key to faith and belief,’ opines Wein.

Myron Rushetzky, the New York Post’s legendary city-desk supervisor, passes away

Generations of future well-known journalists, including the New York Times White House correspondent Maggie Haberman, got their start running copy for Myron Rushetzky.

Myron Rushetzky wears a T-shirt with the New York Post's most famous headline at a party for the publication of the 2024 book, Paper of Wreckage, which was dedicated to him.