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Hate crimes in Toronto at record high, Jews main target

Toronto Police Service data shows 19% rise in hate crimes from 2023 to 2024, 203% rise since 2014. 40% of hate crimes targeted Jews.

Hate crimes in Toronto at record high, Jews main target

London:

Police block anti-Israel protest over antisemitism fears

Demonstration by anti-Zionist group banned from Swiss Cottage amid fears over rising antisemitic tensions and public order disturbances.

Police block anti-Israel protest over antisemitism fears

'5 Jews:'

Bowling alley workers fired for antisemitism toward Jewish teens

The screen at the Antwerp bowling alley displayed the label '5 Jews' and the kippah-wearing youths reported that the employees deliberately ignored the Jewish customers while providing services for all other customers.

Bowling alley workers fired for antisemitism toward Jewish teens

Help the orphans:

Global Jewish unity: Aiding children of suicide-homicide tragedy

In an inspiring turn, the global Jewish community has begun to unite to help the Chamadani children.

Global Jewish unity: Aiding children of suicide-homicide tragedy

Race Against Time:

Rabbis: Ensure Jewish soldiers are buried with honor

With Ukraine's military standardizing cremation, the two rabbis discussed emergency protocols, including Shabbat exceptions, to ensure Jewish war casualties receive burial in line with halakha.

Rabbis: Ensure Jewish soldiers are buried with honor

Rabbi Marvin Hier:

'We must not repeat the mistakes of the past'

Drawing a direct line between past and present, Simon Wiesenthal Center's Rabbi Marvin Hier, warns of complacency in the face of antisemitism, underscores the enduring necessity of a strong and sovereign State of Israel.

'We must not repeat the mistakes of the past'

New Program

How Women are Mastering Hilchos Shabbos Around the World

Online Program Based on HaGaon Rabbi Berkovits’s Renowned Curriculum.

How Women are Mastering Hilchos Shabbos Around the World

Jerusalem Conference in NYC:

Strengthening global Jewish unity

Captivity survivor and public figures to participate in Jerusalem Conference in New York City.

Strengthening global Jewish unity

The 'punishment' for those who ordered an antisemitic sign

Barstool President Dave Portnoy was infuriated at a group of young customers who ordered a sign cursing the Jews. At first, he wanted to ruin their lives, but decided to turn the incident into a learning experience.

The 'punishment' for those who ordered an antisemitic sign

Grave desecration:

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus renovated

Syrian authorities renovate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus, two days after discovering that unknown individuals had desecrated the holy site.

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus renovated

Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples

Israeli tourists were expelled from a restaurant in downtown Naples, Italy, in a show of 'resisting Israeli apartheid.'

Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples

The Best Tribute To The Fallen:

Ensure More Soldiers Return Home Safely

Our soldiers are facing a critical summer of combat - and heat

Ensure More Soldiers Return Home Safely

Chabad emissary to Florida

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar dies at 78

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar, visionary leader of The Shul of Bal Harbour and founder of the Aleph Institute, dies at age 78. A driving force in Jewish outreach and education, he leaves a lasting legacy in South Florida and across the United States.

Rabbi Sholom Dovber Lipskar dies at 78

Revealed:

Alexander Modebadze and Meni Hidhra victims of twin LA murders

The two Israeli businessmen were murdered hours apart in same LA neighborhood; with one held captive for hours and beaten to death.

Alexander Modebadze and Meni Hidhra victims of twin LA murders

Trump appoints eight new members to Holocaust Memorial Council

Among the new appointees are real estate developer Alex Witkoff and radio host Sid Rosenberg.

Trump appoints eight new members to Holocaust Memorial Council

Jewish Conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

David Horowitz Freedom Center announces that its founder and namesake has passed away after a battle with cancer. Horowitz was a Marxist in his youth before becoming a prolific conservative writer.

Jewish Conservative commentator David Horowitz dead at 86

Help Sruli & Esther Save Their Only Child

Esther & Sruli were ecstatic at the birth of their only child, born after five years of yearning.

Help Sruli & Esther Save Their Only Child

US Jews worry Trump's changes may change milk's kosher status

Could changes at the FDA call the kosher status of milk into question? Many are asking.

US Jews worry Trump's changes may change milk's kosher status

NYPD investigating clashes between protesters in Crown Heights

NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced that the NYPD was investigating clashes that ensued when anti-Israel protesters arrived in Crown Heights, including two instances of harassment by pro-Israel protesters.

NYPD investigating clashes between protesters in Crown Heights

Your help is needed

Chaya Bas Tzipora needs life-saving treatment, can’t wait

URGENT CAMPAIGN FOR 3 YEAR OLD CHILD: We did everything we can. We davened. We cried. And now we’ve found a chance—a special treatment in the United States

Chaya Bas Tzipora needs life-saving treatment, can’t wait

Russia:

Muslim businessman funds construction of new synagogue

Billionaire Suleyman Kerimov, an influential local businessman, decided to donate a substantial sum to the Jewish complex in the Republic of Dagestan, which will be called "Jerusalem of Darbent."

Muslim businessman funds construction of new synagogue

She needs help to move!

Gila Ghermiza, is immobilized by ALS

As a mother and grandmother incapacitated by ALS, Ghermiza’s family cares for her with befitting dignity and devotion. They need help!

Gila Ghermiza, is immobilized by ALS

Holocaust education worldwide:

Building a Strong Jewish Identity - From the Horrors

In another episode of "Jewish-Share", Orli Barnett from the Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre talks with Yad Vashem's Shani Farhi Lourie on differences in Israel and the Diaspora in instilling memory and lessons from the Holocaust.

Building a Strong Jewish Identity - From the Horrors

Help the children:

Parents found dead, four young orphans alone

The children are in a state of pain and confusion, without anyone to care for them

Parents found dead, four young orphans alone

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Unknown individuals break into Jewish cemetery in Damascus, desecrate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital, a renowned Kabbalist and disciple of Arizal.

Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital desecrated in Damascus

Sa’ar to Gov. Shapiro:

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, condemns the arson at his home as “an attack on Jews everywhere,” and invites Shapiro to Israel.

'Attack on your family is an attack on Jews everywhere'

Exposed:

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

Investigative Report: Conservative Movement rargeting haredi communities in secret campaign.

Who’s Really Behind the Anti-Vote Campaign in Haredi Communities

During Ben-Gvir's visit

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

Anti-Israel protesters gathered outside the Chabad Lubavitch World Headquarters in Brooklyn to protest a speech by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Watch: Chabad hassidim clash with anti-Israel protesters

NYC:

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

Unknown vandals tore down posters featuring Holocaust survivors alongside celebrities in New York City.

Posters of Holocaust survivors torn down

At Auschwitz-Birkenau

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

World Jewish Congress unveils #WeRemember Journeys, a student art exhibition at Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. Featuring works from 13 schools in 10 countries, it reflects youth interpretations of Holocaust memory and its moral lessons.

WJC debuts student art exhibition on Holocaust memory

Historic:

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema publicly apologizes for the city’s active complicity in the Holocaust, acknowledging that local authorities aided Nazi efforts during World War II.

Amsterdam Mayor apologizes for city's WWII role against Jews

New data:

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

A record 421 antisemitic incidents were recorded in the Netherlands in 2024, marking an 11% rise over the previous high. Dutch watchdog CIDI warns the nation is facing an antisemitism crisis requiring urgent action.

Antisemitic incidents in the Netherlands soar to record levels

Danny Danon:

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Israel's Ambassador to UN Danny Danon says that once you go into Auschwitz you walk out a different person: 'we are lucky that there are still survivors who can share what happened here.'

'80 years have passed, but the hate is still here'

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's scheduled speech at the Young Israel of Woodmere was canceled just two days in advance due to a death in the rabbi's family.

Long Island synagogue cancels Ben-Gvir speaking engagement

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Teach Coalition report highlights sharp rise in security spending at Jewish schools in wake of anti-semitic threats.

Jewish schools see 84% surge in security costs post-October 7th

Watch:

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Marking 80 years since liberation, Israeli President Herzog and Polish President Duda to lead March of the Living alongside 80 Holocaust survivors and 10 freed October 7 hostages.

Captivity and Holocaust survivors march together in Aushwitz

Read the letter:

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

When two great rabbis take time out of their busy day to hand-write a lengthy letter, the matter at hand must be important.

“Shattered” Family Grabs Attention Of Generation’s Leading Rabbis

'Ani Maamin'

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka

On Holocaust Memorial Day, the story of the popular 'Ani Maamin' tune takes on new meaning as a song of faith and hope - and as one devoted hasid's last gift to his beloved rebbe and the Jewish world.

The song of hope and faith born on the train to Treblinka

Yale:

Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Anti-Israel protesters rebuild encampment 1 year to the day after the previous encampment, blocking and making antisemitic taunts at Jewish students to protest off-campus visit by Itamar Ben--Gvir.

Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Sharon Osbourne:

Band should lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Jewish celebrities are condemning Irish band Kneecap after it projected anti-Israel messages on stage and led the crowd at the Coachella music festival in an anti-Israel chant.

Band should lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Sa'ar:

'Millions of Jews cried out for help, no one came, Never again'

Foreign Minisgter Gideon Sa’ar at the Holocaust Remembrance Day Ceremony with Foreign Ambassadors at the Foreign Ministry. 'We will not allow the new antisemites to rob us of our right to self-defense.'

'Millions of Jews cried out for help, no one came, Never again'

RAA thanks Trump for 'decisive action against antisemitism'

The Rabbinical Alliance of America, representing over 950 Orthodox rabbis across North America, lauds administration's ' practical measures that have had a real-world impact' against antisemitism and protect the ideals of America.

RAA thanks Trump for 'decisive action against antisemitism'

Repeat the Success

“Keep Our Soldiers Cool” Movement gearing up for summer heat

This summer we expect to receive over 100 requests for air conditioning units from soldiers on active duty

“Keep Our Soldiers Cool” Movement gearing up for summer heat

Nearly all Holocaust survivors could die within next 15 years

Half of Holocaust survivors alive today will be dead in 6 years, nearly all will be dead within 15 years, new analysis finds.

Nearly all Holocaust survivors could die within next 15 years

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

'Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home'

'Our duty is to provide every citizen of Israel with protection and security, while preserving the memory of the Holocaust as a testimony and heritage for future generations,' says Chief of Staff Zamir.

'Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home'

Vice Chair. of Betar Worldwide:

'Two ways to fight antisemitism - fight or flight'

Ronn Torossian, Vice Chair. of Betar Worldwide & Chair. of Betar US: We are living in very dark days for the Jewish people. Ultimately, the Jewish people will only be safe here in Israel.

'Two ways to fight antisemitism - fight or flight'

CVJ:

'Progressive rabbis choose Progressivism over Judaism'

The Coalition for Jewish Values, which represents over 2,500 traditional Orthodox rabbis in America, condemned the 3 non-Orthodox denominations for opposing the Trump Administration's efforts to combat campus antisemitism.

'Progressive rabbis choose Progressivism over Judaism'

Ukraine:

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Firebomb hurled at synagogue in Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast as Passover ends.

Firebomb hurled at synagogue

Days before US trip:

Brooklyn event featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir cancelled

The benefit event for Chabad of Hebron that was supposed to be hosted by Beis Shmuel Chabad in Crown Heights was canceled shortly after it was announced.

Brooklyn event featuring Itamar Ben-Gvir cancelled

Watch:

Funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz

Thousands pay their last respects to Rabbi Mazuz, the founder and head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva and one of the leaders of the Sephardi-haredi community.

Funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz

Rabbi Mazuz to be laid to rest; Bnei Brak roads closed

The funeral of Rabbi Meir Mazuz, head of the Kisei Rahamim Yeshiva, who passed away on the seventh day of Passover, will be held in Bnei Brak at noon on Sunday. Thousands are expected to attend.

Rabbi Mazuz to be laid to rest; Bnei Brak roads closed

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

Wishing a joyous holiday to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening, resumes Saturday evening.

Shabbat Shalom and Chag Sameach from Israel National News!

Violent incident that ignites tensions in Crown Heights

After a Jewish resident was filmed pushing an African-American man in a wheelchair, a protest rally is being held calling for unity. The Jewish community condemns the act.

Violent incident that ignites tensions in Crown Heights

Six months after his murder:

Baby girl born to murdered Chabad emissary

Wife of murdered Chabad-Lubavitch emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan gives birth to the couple's firstborn daughter, six months after her husband's brutal murder.

Baby girl born to murdered Chabad emissary

Watch:

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

An emotional service is taking place at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron with the participation of thousands of worshippers.

Hallel prayer with Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu in Hebron

Watch:

PM quizzes Jewish children on Passover customs

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets Jewish children at his official residence and speaks with them about Passover customs.

PM quizzes Jewish children on Passover customs




























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