The Life and Death of the Oldest Hostage in Gaza
Shlomo Mantzur, born in Baghdad in 1938, fled Iraq as a child and settled in Israel, becoming a carpenter and devoted family man.
Berlin’s Jewish community welcomes Merz's election victory
Berlin's Jewish community expressed satisfaction following Friedrich Merz's victory in Germany's elections.
3 years into war, Jewish life in Ukraine gets boost from NY Jewry
When Russian troops invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, Yuliia, a Jewish single mother of three, fled Kherson to seek safety.
A mohel in Nairobi: Discovering Jewish life in the heart of Africa
Traveling to Kenya as a mohel, the writer encountered a small but dedicated Jewish community in Nairobi. The local synagogue serves as a communal hub, offering a social hall and a home for the rabbi's family.
No Application Yet for Jewish School in Limassol, Ministry Says
Plans to establish a Jewish faith-based school in Limassol, Cyprus, have yet to progress formally, as the Ministry of Education confirmed no application has been submitted for its approval.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Netflix's New Series About a Controversial Jewish Cancer Clinic
"Apple Cider Vinegar" is a 2025 Australian miniseries on Netflix, featuring Kaitlyn Dever and Alycia Debnam-Carey as Belle Gibson and Milla Blak, respectively.
Jacqueline van Maarsen, Anne Frank's Best Friend, Dies at 96
Jacqueline van Maarsen, known as Anne Frank's best friend, passed away on February 13, 2025, at the age of 96.
Does D.E.I. Help or Hurt Jewish Students?
In the wake of intensified anti-Israel protests following the Gaza conflict, universities like Stanford, Columbia, and the University of Pennsylvania established task forces to assess rising antisemitism on campuses.
Reviewing 'We Are Black Jews' by Roni Fantanesh Malkai
Roni Fantanesh Malkai's book, "We Are Black Jews," delves into the history and experiences of the Beta Israel community, Ethiopian Jews who maintained their faith for over two millennia amidst Christian and Muslim neighbours.
The spread of anti-Semitism on Chinese social media
Historically, China has been a refuge for Jewish communities.