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‘Surge’ endures as 38% of American Jews remain engaged in Jewish life after October 7, survey finds

The Jewish Federations of North America found that after declining last year, 38% of Jewish Americans reported increased engagement, a trend it calls the "surge."

 JERUSALEM SCHOOLCHILDREN hold Israeli and American flags during a rehearsal for former US President Barack Obama’s visit to Israel in 2013.
Picture taken on July 7, 2026 in Swiebodzin, western Poland, shows the statue of Jesus Christ measuring 36 m in height, six metres more than the famous landmark Jesus statue of Rio de Janeiro. The statue, called "Jesus Christ the King of the Universe" was completed in November 2010.

Theological beliefs linked more strongly than church attendance to antisemitism in young Christians

The Nova Music Festival memorial, pictured October 6, 2026.

Nearly half of Israelis equally blame government, IDF for October 7 failures, poll finds

Aerial footage of the Durupinar Formation.

Noah’s Ark? Researchers claim radar scan reveals 'man-made' structure at Turkey site


JPPI survey: Support for Israel varies based on political and religious affiliations of US Jews

"2024 has seen a profound deterioration in the situation of Diaspora Jews, largely due to the war in Israel, significantly affecting the sense of security for Jews around the world."

 Jewish Americans and supporters of Israel gather in solidarity with Israel and protest against antisemitism, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, during a rally on the National Mall in Washington, U.S, November 14, 2023

Elderly Israelis face economic, health struggles amid war, survey reveals

A new survey by the JDC confronts the reality of Israel’s elderly population and how they’ve adapted to health and financial difficulties in the wake of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

 JDC conducts wellness and recreational activities for elderly evacuees at hotels, including those from northern Israel desperate to return home.

Depression and anxiety: New research reveals impact of war on preschool children

Children whose parents served in reserves showed signs of greater emotional withdrawal, which included fear of sudden noises, tantrums, and difficulty sleeping.

IDF reserve soldiers meet with family members near the Israeli border with Syria, northern Israel. January 29, 2024.

One chain pays more than all others during holidays

Geocartography Institute survey finds Rami Levi chain leads in offering the most affordable shopping basket during Israel's holiday rush.

 Rami Levy

Survey reveals Israelis' education priorities amid ongoing war

Israel Democracy Institute poll shows Jewish and Arab Israelis diverge on key educational focuses during wartime, with national unity and peace concessions topping respective priorities.

 High school students take their mathematics matriculation examination (Bagrut), in at a high school in Rishon Lezion, on May 20, 2019.

Hamas revealed to falsify public opinion polls from Palestinian Survey Research Institute

"These falsified results are designed to portray a misleading image of broad public support for Hamas and its leadership, particularly in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre," the IDF explained. 

Falsification of PSR survey results by the Hamas terror group, released on August 29, 2024.

Israeli think tank: Over half of reservists have lost faith in IDF chief Herzi Halevi

Some 58% lost faith in the IDF chief, with many believing he should resign immediately • Reservists retain faith in field commanders

 Herzi Halevi

Weekend shopping survey: Cost comparison of non-kosher chains

A survey conducted in four chains that also operate on Shabbat reveals an average gap of 10% compared to the kosher chains. The differences in the shopping basket may reach NIS 528.

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Haifa sees sharp decline in wild boar encounters under new mayor's leadership

A University of Haifa survey shows wild boar encounters have dropped sharply since Yona Yahav became mayor, thanks to culling and other measures.

 A young boar walks through Las Planas neighborhood in the Collserola Natural Park in Barcelona, Spain, August 11, 2022.

Israelis want civil marriage, to break rabbinic monopoly in new Tu B'Av poll

When asked which way they would like their children to marry, assuming all options were available, only 50% of Israeli Jews chose an Orthodox marriage.

 Ten Israeli couples with a member serving in the IDF taking part in a mass wedding ceremony part of Chabad of Savyon’s “Marrying the Warriors”, in Tel Aviv Port, March 5, 2024.