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Minister vilifies J Street as anti-Israel and 'behind violent attacks against Knesset members'

Amichai Chikli vehemently criticized the left-wing J Street group, saying it undermines Israel's interests; Nadav Tamir, CEO of J Street Israel, responded, 'I'm proud of Israel and ashamed of Chikli, whose accusations amount to serious slander against a Zionist organization at its core'

Itamar Eichner | 06.14.23

Midwood resident and fiddler Jake Shulman-Ment, left, with his frequent collaborator, Daniel Kahn

How this Brooklyn neighborhood became the ‘Klezmer Shtetl’

Some of the greatest talents in Jewish music have strolled Midwood’s lettered avenues; now, a younger group of klezmer musicians is making the quiet neighborhood their home, due to the (relatively) affordable rents, low density and greenery, as well as its proximity to Jewish communal life spread across the borough

Jon Kalish/JTA | 06.13.23

Jewish donors are being hoodwinked

Analysis: There are Jewish organizations that are not being transparent when it comes to social media metrics and are elevating influencers without doing due diligence to ensure they are not fraudulent; Independent data confirms Jewish organizations have paid tens of thousands of dollars to partner with influencers with a majority of fake followers

Emily Schrader | 06.10.23

The ultimate Jewish experience: Summer camp

For decades, Jewish summer camp has been a staple in North American Jewish Diaspora communities; Now, Israelis are joining in; Here's all you need to know about Jewish summer camp this year

Emily Schrader | 06.07.23

Musk insinuated Soros was a dirty Jew

Opinion: Since blatant antisemitism is not always tolerated antisemites mask their vilification in innuendo while rightwing Israelis cozy up to them, if their target is critical of Israel

Dr. Shlomo Fischer | 06.01.23

In the eyes of young Jews, American Jewry is a 'white and privileged group'

Why are young Jews in the U.S. distancing themselves from Israel and Judaism, and is there hope for a change? Dr. Ilana Horwitz believes this trend is linked to social influences and clashes with the modern values expected of them; 'The American liberal perception sees the world in a rather simplistic way... American Jews have a very narrow understanding of the Jewish experience'

Tali Farkash | 05.28.23

Australian schools facing pandemic of institutionalized antisemitism

Swatiskas, harassment and a knife to the throat - this is how Jewish students in Australia are growing up, while being told their persecution isn't real; 'Antisemitism most dangerous when not spoken about, soft-pedaled, whitewashed and justified,' expert says

Emily Schrader | 05.26.23

The synagogue in Kherson became a massive aid center

Light unto the nations: How Kherson's synagogue became a massive outreach center

Ukrainian city's synagogue, which amid relentless bombings has transformed into the central source of aid for locals, has made it its mission to help every person in need, Jewish and non-Jewish alike

Edward Doks | 05.23.23

יהודי טנג'יר. להטעין ליהדות. אני אסדר אחרי זה את הקרדיט והכל

Spanish, Morrocan and Jewish? The curious case of Tangier's Jewish community

The Jews of northern Morocco were expelled from Spain but did not forget their roots, even centuries later; Now a new center in Tangier seeks to preserve their unique heritage

Yaniv Pohoryles | 05.22.23

Vilnius celebrates 700 years: a journey from Jewish nostalgia to chic modernity

Fly in a hot air balloon above breathtaking landscapes, wander through picturesque alleys and streets, sit in cafés, bars, and high-quality restaurants, absorb culture in museums, and explore historic buildings; For three days, we immersed ourselves in the capital of Lithuania on land and in the air, and came back hungry for more

Rina Drigov | 05.14.23

A banner of Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is seen ahead of the May 14 presidential and parliamentary elections

Turkish elections unlikely to change Israel-Turkey relations

Today Turkey decides the fate of the country, but what will this historic election mean for Israel-Turkey relations? Ynet speaks to experts and members of the Jewish community about the state of democracy and what they expect in the aftermath of elections.

Emily Schrader | 05.14.23

96-y/o circumcised - 'Now I truly feel like a real free man'

A navigator in the Red Army in World War II, Armin Kahn escaped death in a prisoner-of-war camp thanks to not being circumcised; Many years later, he undergoes a belated procedure in Toronto

Itamar Eichner | 05.11.23

Under attack: White supremacists lead antisemitic charge in U.S.

Antisemitic attacks and bullying against the U.S. Jewish community are at an all-time high and it's no longer just the classic antisemitism of the far right or far left 'anti-Israel' criticism. American Jews are at a dangerous crossroads and, according to experts, the only solution is to learn how to fight it

Emily Schrader | 05.09.23

Israel to commemorate Jewish terror victims slain abroad

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli says it is necessary to fulfill the state's commitment that it will take action to ensure the security of Jewish people and its distressed and captive citizens due to their Judaism or citizenship

Itamar Eichner | 05.08.23

Between Ukraine and Russia, Transnistria's Jews stay on the fence on war

Transnistria's local Jewish community is trying to assist refugees from Ukraine, Jews and non-Jews alike, but the situation makes it difficult for them to raise funds; 'We have enormous difficulties because of the sanctions'

Edward Doks, Tiraspol | 05.06.23

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