Jewish World

In Nazi Germany, a Jewish teen's desperate plea to an English soccer star sparked an unlikely rescue, as Bert Sproston's compassion on the pitch became Rolf Friedland's ticket to survival.

Actor and comedian Michael Rapaport is set to perform in Israel for the first time! His upcoming shows in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv underscore his dual role as both entertainer and outspoken supporter during this turbulent time.

A recent JDC survey reveals nearly 80% of European Jewish leaders feel less secure since October 7, identifying antisemitism as the foremost threat. Despite heightened fears, the survey also shows a strengthened sense of community and solidarity with Israel.

From Mossad agent to ex-Russian spy, and back to Jewish superhero: How a shape-shifting Israeli superhero ignited debate on identity and representation in the blockbuster era.

Ahead of the upcoming fast days and amidst the ongoing conflict, the IDF Rabbinate released a handbook containing special guidelines for soldiers deployed in the field.

The Columbia University professor, famous for confronting antisemitism on campus, is now taking his efforts to the world of podcasting.

Pro-Palestinian protests on U.S. college campuses led to over 3,100 arrests this spring– many criminal charges have been dropped, but universities continue to pursue disciplinary actions against students, including withholding diplomas and imposing campus bans.

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law has filed a complaint against UC Berkeley, accusing the school of pervasive antisemitism– The university is now attempting to dismiss this complaint.

SOAS officials described the situation as "unmanageable," revealing that the camp had attracted individuals with no university affiliation, including "homeless people and persons wanted by the police." 

Newspaper accused of extreme insensitivity towards family of Omer Neutra, an IDF soldier still held captive by Hamas.

Mega-donor Mort Zuckerman pulls the plug on millions in funding, resulting from dissatisfaction in how Columbia has handled virulent antisemitism on its campus.

Lindley Gas Services, run by Nahim Majid, is facing backlash for inflammatory posts on its Facebook page, calling for attacks on "filthy Zionists" and comparing Israel to Nazi Germany. 

Two Haredi journalists clashed over whether a large-scale draft of Haredim is desirable and achievable for Haredi society.

As Spain recognizes Palestinian statehood, its Jewish community faces an uncertain future with antisemitism on the rise and diplomatic tensions mounting.

After protests from Jewish leaders, the Royal Academy of Arts in London has removed two disturbing pieces of art, but a third contentious piece still remains on display.

The Guernsey stones will commemorate the 'Guernsey Eight', who died in Nazi prisons and camps, as well as three Jewish women deported from Guernsey who were murdered in Auschwitz.  The Jersey stones will commemorate survivors. There is a separate Lighthouse Memorial on Jersey’s New North Quay which commemorates the 21 Jersey women and men who perished in Nazi prisons and camps.

A month after the High Court ruling obliging the state to recruit yeshiva students - next week the IDF will begin distributing initial recruitment orders to thousands of ultra-Orthodox.

Republican and Democrat groups in Israel aim to register 500,000 American voters for absentee ballots.

German authorities charged the man of being a member Hezbollah.