Attempt to Locate Holocaust Victims' Remains Causes Rift Between Hungary's Jewish Groups
Row over whether the victims' bones should be retrieved from Danube River reveals larger debate over how the Jewish community should approach Orban's government
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American Jews Detained Over Crucifix Vandalism in Uman, Ukraine
Uman, site of the grave of Rabbi Nachman, draws thousands of ultra-Orthodox pilgrims each year. Tension between pilgrims and local residents often turns violent.
Brazilian Jews Sue Cartoonist Over ‘Nazi Hug’ Drawing
The Rio Jewish federation sued cartoonist Aroeira for his image featuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Brazil’s new president Jair Bolsonaro
Urban Sociologist Nathan Glazer, a Founder of Neo-conservatism, Dies at 95
A long-time professor at Harvard University, Glazer was the author of 'The Lonely Crowd' and, with Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan, the seminal 'Beyond the Melting Pot'
Twitter CEO Consulted Figure Who Frets About ‘Jewish Supremacy’
Dorsey acknowledged to the Huffington Post on Friday that he took advice from a figure known both as Ali Alexander and Ali Akbar
How the Storied Jewish Newspaper Forward Ran Low on Cash, Miracles
With a dangerously dwindling endowment, the publication last week ended its print edition and fired 20% of its staff, including its editor in chief
Explained Reports Like Buzzfeed’s of a Democratic Drift on Israel Appear to Be Greatly Exaggerated
Ahead of the 2020 presidential election, don’t expect any radical announcements
'The Invisibles': New Film Tells the Story of Jews Hiding in Nazi Berlin
After Berlin was declared free of Jews in 1943, approximately 7,000 Jews continued to hide in the Nazi capital, often in plain sight. New film takes a look at their tales of survival
ADL Demands Rashida Tlaib Clarify Connection to Hezbollah-praising Activist
Congresswoman was photographed with Abbas Hamideh, who has praised Hezbollah and likened Zionists to Nazis, on the eve of her swearing-in ceremony
Boston Jewish Community Council Threatens to Expel Member Group for Cooperating With 'anti-Zionist' Jewish Voice For Peace
Jewish Community Relations Council resolution sets up showdown with local branch of Workmen's Circle ■ Critics say that this 'sets a dangerous precedent of condemnation by association'
WATCH Women's March Leader Wouldn't Say in Interview Whether Israel Has Right to Exist
'I feel everyone has a right to exist,' Tamika Mallory tells PBS' Margaret Hoover, who says answer should have been 'a no-brainer'
Two Jewish Women Defend Joining Women's March Steering Committee
The two newest additions to the Women's March steering committee talk about the difference between blacks and Jews, their relationship with Israel and their friendship with Linda Sarsour
Ryan Braun Will Pass Hank Greenberg as the All-time Jewish Home Run Leader. This Jewish Fan Isn’t Excited
Jews tend to embrace a star who brings credit to the tribe, but they can be fickle: rejecting a celebrity who either betrays their love or refuses to love them back. Braun did a little bit of both
The Forward, 122-year-old U.S. Jewish Publication, Ends Its Print Edition
The Forward began publication in 1897 and will continue to exist online in English and Yiddish ■ 40 percent of staff laid off
Jewish-American Businessman Killed in Nairobi Terrorist Attack Survived 9/11 Attacks in N.Y.C.
Jason Spindler’s Houston-based family was flying to Kenya to retrieve his body and would hold a funeral service for him on Monday on what would have been his 41st birthday
Newsweek Reporter Calls Reporting on Israel and Jewish Organizations a 'Third Rail'
The term 'third rail' refers to the deadly electrified rail on urban trains, implying that Israel-related issues are untouchable for American media
Rabbis Endorse Women's March After Addressing anti-Semitism Concerns With Organizers
Rabbis say that differences remain but encourage Jewish community members to attend Saturday's march
Hillel International Confirms Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Donors
After a six month investigation, the Jewish student organization issued a confidential statement calling such allegations 'justified,' the New York Jewish Week reports
Why This libertarian-Palestinian-American Congressman Voted Against a Federal anti-Semitism Monitor
Justin Amash’s unexplained vote against the anti-Semitism monitor is not the only occasion he has declined to discuss third-rail votes
Women’s March Names 3 Jewish Women to Its Steering Committee
Celebrities and activists have openly criticized march organizers’ actions in regard to the anti-Semitism concerns
WATCH Women's March Leader Fails to Condemn Farrakhan's anti-Semitism in Explosive Exchange With Meghan McCain
Tamika Mallory’s response is sure to add fuel to accusations that she is too soft on Farrakhan and has not sufficiently condemned anti-Semitism
Malaysia Won’t Let Israeli Paralympic Swimmers Enter Country for Olympic Qualifier
Malaysia does not have diplomatic relations with Israel. Entry to Malaysia on an Israeli passport is prohibited
Michael Bloomberg Says He Would Self-fund a 2020 Presidential Run
'In terms of running for office, I ran three times. I used only my own money, so I didn’t have to ask anybody what they wanted in return for a contribution'
Defense in Belgium Terror Attack Trial Accused of Spreading Conspiracy Theories
'The defense will try to either minimize the anti-Semitic character of the crime or follow a conspiracy theory discourse,' Belgian Jewish leader says, referencing conspiracies surrounding victims employment by Israeli government
U.S. House Passes Bill Setting Deadline for Nomination of Special anti-Semitism Envoy
New bill would also elevate the position to ambassador level and calls for nomination within 90 days, but it still needs to be approved by the Senate
Sarah Silverman's 'I Love You, America' Canceled by Hulu
The show, which has been nominated for several awards, looks at the polarization of America through the lens of current events. The Jewish comedian reportedly plans to shop the series to other networks and streaming services
Christian Zionist Lobby Makes Its Case to Washington’s Liberal Jews
What persists among liberal pro-Israel groups, however, is wariness of CUFI’s alliances with the broader American right wing
Brazil's New President Signs Law Allowing Jewish Students to Skip School for Religious Reasons
The law allows students of all faiths to be absent on any day in which work is prohibited. Jewish students have previously had difficulties balancing Shabbat and academic exams
Jewish Group Slams University of North Carolina-Asheville for Inviting Women's March Leader as Speaker
Tamika Mallory has been criticized for unwavering support for controversial minister Louis Farrakhan, mired in anti-Semitism claims
Dutch Pensions Group Removes Top Israeli Banks From Blacklist
PGGM had divested from all five leading Israeli banks over 'ethical concerns' pertaining to their presence or actions in the West Bank