Yeshiva university

Where New Yorkers will commemorate the anniversary of Oct. 7 and its aftermath

Here is a list of events around New York City to commemorate the October 7 attacks and their aftermath.

Israelis and supporters rally in support of the hostages outside the United Nations, Oct. 24, 2023.
Michael Sweetney #50 of the New York Knicks controls the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during the game on December 7, 2004 at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee.

Former NBA forward Michael Sweetney dies at 43, Knicks and Bulls mourn loss

Outside her shop, with her parents.

Chana Koenig's boutique chocolate journey from New York to Israel

Ambassador Mike Huckabee, the US Ambassador to Israel, delivered the commencement address at Yeshiva University in New York City, where he was awarded the Presidential Medallion. May 28, 2026.

Amb. Huckabee honored at Yeshiva University, delivers commencement speech to grads


State lawmakers challenge Yeshiva University’s claims to public funds

YU has been insisting that it has a distinct religious character and is not bound by state civil rights laws that prevent discrimination against members of the LGBT community.

A view of Yeshiva University

Susan Weissman: An 18-year doctorate under Dr. Soloveitchik

It all started when Weissman was an undergraduate student at Stern College and walked into Soloveitchik’s class titled “The History of Halacha.”

 Dr. Susan Weissman

Yeshiva University must recognize LGBTQ club - New York appeals court

The ruling by the Appellate Division in Manhattan marked the latest setback for the university in its fight to avoid recognizing YU Pride Alliance.

A view of Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University will establish a club for LGBTQ students 'within the framework of Halacha'

The New York County Supreme Court ruled that New York’s Yeshiva University is required to grant recognition to its LGBTQ club in June.

THE YESHIVA University High School for Boys in New York

Orthodox basketball star Ryan Turell selected in NBA minor league draft

Turell was drafted 27th overall by the Motor City Cruise in the G League, the NBA’s minor league organization.

Former Yeshiva University star Ryan Turell was drafted into the NBA G League Oct. 22, 2022.

Jerusalem highlights September 30-October 6

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

 WILLIAMSBURG BRIDGE by Susan Q Yin.

LGBT group puts demands on hold after Yeshiva University suspends student clubs

YU is attempting to hold all of its students hostage, The YU Pride Alliance said in a statement.

A view of Yeshiva University

Jewish gay group funds YU clubs after Yeshiva shuts them down

YU student clubs will be able to apply for up to $500 in funding per event from JQY.

 LGBTQ flag hanging in the front windows of the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Letters to the Editor September 19, 2022: ‘Next year in the UAE’

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

 Letters

Yeshiva University halts student clubs in dispute over LGBT group

Yeshiva University cannot bar an LGBT student club after the US Supreme Court refused to block a judge's ruling ordering the school to officially recognize the group.

Department of Communications and Public Affairs, Yeshiva University