Philadelphia

Idan Toklomati scores, assists, and sets club record for Charlotte FC

The Israeli national team forward reached 13 goals in the regular season and broke a club record in an away match, as Charlotte and Philadelphia drew 2–2. Abada came on in the 84th minute.

Charlotte FC player Idan Toklomati.
Oct 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) before kick off against the Los Angeles Rams at Lincoln Financial Field.

Philadelphia football star Jalen Hurts diagnosed with blood clots in lungs, ruled out for season

 (Illustrative) A sign is displayed outside of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on July 15, 2026 in Washington, DC.

New commission aims to put American Jewish museum under Smithsonian network

The National Museum of American Jewish History is closed to the public due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak on March 17, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jewish American history museum moves closer to joining Smithsonian amid political tensions


Student who posted sign reading ‘F— the Jews’ doubles down on antisemitic podcast

“Dave Portnoy, and the greater Jewish community are making themselves out to be some kind of victims… but I am the real victim," claimed Mo Khan.

 Temple University student Mo Khan and Stew Peters, an antisemitic podcaster.

Barstool bar fires staff, Temple U student suspended over 'F*** the Jews' sign

The incident occurred at Barstool Sports bar in Philadelphia, which is run by American-Jewish businessman Dave Portnoy.

 David Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, speaks during a radio broadcast prior to Super Bowl LIV on January 30, 2020 in Miami Beach, Florida. The San Francisco 49ers will face the Kansas City Chiefs in the 54th playing of the Super Bowl, Sunday February 2nd.

Inside the world of high-end bar and bat mitzvahs in Philadelphia

DIASPORA AFFAIRS: “What I always guide my clients to do is not get sucked into the mitzvah machine. And keep the focus on the child,” said Jean Kintisch, owner of Pine Hill Events.

PLANNERS HAVE said that celebrations for bar and bat mitzvahs are increasingly held at unique venues, such as nightclubs in Center City, stadiums in South Philadelphia, or music venues like the Fillmore.

A Palestinian man served kosher bagels for decades - then customers found his Facebook profile

Sammoudi acknowledged that most of the posts were made by him, but also that he had been hacked and had not written some of them despite their appearing under his name.

 New York Bagel Bakery in Philadelphia has served kosher-keeping customers for decades. Its longtime owner was recently accused of antisemitism, a charge he denies.

Small rescue plane crashes in Philadelphia with child, 5 others on board

The Philadelphia Fox outlet reported that six people were aboard the plane

 Scene of the Philadelphia plane crash.

Katz: Security control over Philadelphi Corridor will remain in IDF hands

Katz stated that there would be "no Hamas governance in Gaza," adding that this will be an entirely different reality.

 Defense Minister Israel Katz speaking at the Philadelphi Corridor December 25, 2024.

White House, Ohio governor condemn neo-Nazi rally in downtown Columbus

Around a dozen masked individuals carrying Nazi flags marched in downtown Columbus on Saturday, drawing swift condemnation from the White House and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

 A group of neo-Nazis marched through downtown Columbus, Ohio, waving swastika flags and displaying antisemitic language, Nov. 16, 2024.

Harris says vote for her because she cares about Jewish community, not for Jewish husband

Harris connects with Philadelphia Jewish leaders on maternal fears and Israel security in a pre-rally huddle.

 Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during her campaign rally with singer Beyonce, in Houston, Texas, U.S., October 25, 2024.

Philadelphia leaders condemn antisemitic attacks on historic synagogue

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia called the incidents "disturbing acts" that challenge "our city’s fundamental commitment to tolerance."

 Aftermath of vandalism at Mikveh Israel synagogue, including arson, a dumpster fire, and an attempted break-in of the office of Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia

In 24 hours, Philadelphia synagogue targeted by antisemitic arson, burglary and vandalism

The synagogue, which is one of the oldest in the US, was subjected to three separate incidents over a few days.

 Aftermath of vandalism at Mikveh Israel synagogue, including arson, a dumpster fire, and an attempted break-in of the office of Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia