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Seeking peace is not anti-Jewish | READER COMMENTARY

I am writing to contest Rabbi Chai Posner’s recent commentary characterizing Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) as a violent, extremist, anti-Jewish organization (“Why the Jewish community is concerned about Baltimore conference,” May 1). As a Jewish Zionist, I …

After more than a century, Jewish soldier can rest in peace

by Michelle Mullen After more than a century with a Latin cross on his headstone, a Jewish veteran’s faith is finally etched in stone. Thousands of World War I veterans are laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery, where rows of white marble headstones …

Venerable Jewish Labour Committee resurrected as CIJA zombie

The Jewish Labour Committee of Canada (CJLC) lasted from the 1930s to the 1970s before closing its doors. In its heyday in the late 1940s and the 1950s it worked closely with organized labour, the Canadian Jewish Congress, and people of colour to promote …

Emerson students celebrate Passover with traditional Seder and Shabbat dinner

On April 12, around 35 students gathered in the Beard Room in Piano Row for Emerson Hillel’s Passover Seder, a traditional meal held on the first night of the week-long holiday.  Passover commemorates the Hebrew Exodus from Egypt and the Jewish liberation …

Mixed reactions from Jewish leaders, lawmakers on Trump’s first 100 days

(May 2, 2025 / JNS) As U.S. President Donald Trump reached the 100-day benchmark in his second term in the White House, members of the American Jewish community alternated between calling him “the greatest friend to Israel” and “a disaster for all …

“Palestine Is Really the Center of the World”: Angela Davis on Gaza, Black-Jewish Solidarity & Trump

More than 100 days into President Donald Trump’s return to the White House, we speak with the renowned abolitionist, author and activist Angela Davis, who discusses Gaza, Trump and more. Davis, who spoke at a Jewish Voice for Peace conference in Baltimore …

New, Middle Grade Books for Jewish American Heritage Month

Not Nothing by Gayle Forman When Alex makes a very bad choice, a judge sentences him to a summer volunteering at Shady Glen retirement home, under the supervision of enthusiastic do-gooder Maya-Jade. At Shady Glen, Alex, who hasn’t seen his mom in a year …

New York-style Jewish deli Little Pickle to open permanent Phoenix location

Hamas: “We strongly condemn the U.S. position supporting the Zionist occupation’s decision to ban the operations of the ...

“We strongly condemn the U.S. position supporting the Zionist occupation’s decision to ban the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), and consider it an extension of a long history of blatant American bias …

Rutgers defends commencement speaker after lawmaker says pick is ‘deeply hurtful’ for Jewish students

Rutgers University is standing by comedian Ramy Youssef after a state lawmaker asked the school to reconsider choosing the actor as a commencement speaker. Assemblyman Avi Schnall, who is a rabbi, wrote a letter to Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway that …

Board backs counter-protest as Swiss Cottage anti-Zionist demo returns

The Board of Deputies is backing a Say No To Extremists counter-demonstration in Swiss Cottage, north London, after it emerged that a controversial weekly anti-Zionist protest is returning. The Met Police had previously imposed conditions on the the …

Zionist enemy continues aggression on Jenin & its camp for 102nd day

[Fri, 02 May 2025 17:38:12 +0300] Jenin - Saba: The Israeli enemy forces continue their aggression on the city of Jenin and its camp in the northern occupied West Bank for the 102nd consecutive day. The ongoing aggression coincides with expanded demolition …

Zionist enemy detains hundreds of Palestinians at entrance to Tulkarm, Nur Shams

[Fri, 02 May 2025 17:33:03 +0300] Tulkarm - (Saba): Israeli enemy forces detained hundreds of Palestinian citizens at the entrances to the Tulkarm and Nur Shams refugee camps on Friday as they attempted to evacuate their belongings from their homes …

12 Martyrs In Zionist Bombing Of Northern & Central Gaza Strip

Twelve Palestinian citizens, including children and women, were martyred and others were injured early Friday morning when the Zionist enemy bombed two houses in the central and northern Gaza Strip. Palestinian sources reported that five citizens were …

Religion Briefs: Unified Jewish Congregation to host Holocaust Remembrance Day event

The Unified Jewish Congregation Baton Rouge, 3354 Kleinert Ave., will observe Yom HaShoah 2025 (the 80th anniversary of liberation) at 2 p.m. Sunday. The Holocaust remembrance program will include a conversation with Bill Kongable, veteran of the 89th …

The stakes in the World Zionist Congress are higher than ever. Make sure you vote

The World Zionist Congress, sometimes called the Parliament of the Jewish People is an inherently political body. I am running on the progressive Hatikvah slate for precisely this reason: to promote democracy, justice and pluralism. Yet while Hatikvah is …

Jewish state or state of the Jews? How Israel’s independence sparked an identity conflict

In 1902, Theodor Herzl published the novel “Altneuland,” or “Old-New Land,” which explicated his vision of Zionism. The founder of the movement envisioned a liberal, cosmopolitan Jewish homeland in what was then Ottoman Palestine. It would be a place where …

OPINION | Lost Property author Megan Choritz: The Jewish Literary Festival and me

"I was not surprised when my publisher put me and my novel Lost Property forward for the Jewish Literary Festival, and they deflected, were silent, didn’t answer, and ignored me as a participant", writes Megan Choritz. My name is Megan Choritz. I …

Jewish US justice ponders publicly funded yeshivas in case of religious charter school

JTA — Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan raised the concern during a hearing Wednesday that New York state could be forced to fully fund yeshivas that offer little education in basic secular subjects like English or math as a result of a landmark case the …

Asian Academy Creative Awards Unveil Spectacular 'Super Ceremony' Format for 2025

The Asian Academy Creative Awards unveils brand-new “Super Ceremony” format, consolidates the previously 2 night ceremonies into 1 glittering celebration SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA) has …

New Report: Israel's Climate Tech Sector Resilient with Nearly 1,000 Companies & Global Backing Despite Investment Drop

Israel Innovation Authority and PLANETech’s report shows a resilient ecosystem: startups launched amid war, sustained global investment, and public support JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Israel Innovation Authority, …

Autism Awareness Month at Brio Kids: Inclusive Activities & Community Impact in 2025

Autism Awareness Month at Brio Kids: Inclusive Activities & Community Impact in 2025 ODISHA, INDIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Introduction: Celebrating Autism Awareness in Odisha April 2025 marked a vibrant Autism Awareness Month …

Final Days to Submit Abstracts for the 2025 Lysosomal Disease Summit in Sydney, Australia

Researchers Invited to Contribute to APAC’s Leading Lysosomal Disease Meeting SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 3rd Annual Lysosomal Disease Summit, to be held 24–26 October 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Sydney, invites …

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

Lizz Russell Hosts 13th Annual 'Compassion and Fashion' Event in Honor of GBS/CIDP Awareness Month

Celebrating Resilience, Raising Awareness, and Honoring 40 Years of Triumph Over GBS Through Fashion and Advocacy ESCONDIDO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrated designer, advocate, and GBS survivor Lizz Russell is proud to …

Karnataka Tourism Shines at ATM Dubai 2025 and Strengthens Ties with UAE Travel Trade

State showcases its offerings at Arabian Travel Market and hosts exclusive Roadshow in Dubai to promote inbound tourism from the Gulf region BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strengthening its strategic outreach in …

Uttar Pradesh, India - Showcased its Rich Heritage and Cultural Splendour at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025

LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Uttar Pradesh, located in northern India, is a land of timeless traditions, historic grandeur and spiritual depth. The state is home to some of the world's most celebrated sites …

Madhya Pradesh Tourism showcases the Heart of Incredible India at ATM Dubai 2025

Positioned as India’s Offbeat, Multispecialty Tourism Gem for the Middle East Market BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH , INDIA, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madhya Pradesh Tourism made a powerful impression at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Dubai 2025, held …

Goa Tourism celebrates successful showcase at Arabian Travel Market 2025 in Dubai

Highlighting Regenerative Tourism and year-round experiences to Middle East travel trade PANJIM, GOA, INDIA, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Goa Tourism concluded a triumphant participation at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, held at the Dubai …

Tori Edwards selected as Top CFO Of The Year by IAOTP

Tori Edwards will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tori Edwards, Business Owner and CFO, was recently selected as Top …

Liz Hunt selected as Top 50 Fearless Leaders by IAOTP

Liz Hunt will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liz Hunt, is the CEO of Hunt Auctions & Land, the Vice President of …

DEVAKINANDAN PANDA SELECTED AS TOP ENGINEER OF THE YEAR IN SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT BY IAOTP

Devakinandan Panda will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Devakinandan Panda was recently selected as the Top Engineer …

STACEY CASTER SELECTED AS EMPOWERED WOMAN OF THE YEAR BY IAOTP

Stacey Caster will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stacey Caster, Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, and Bestselling …

SHEENA HABERSTROH DAIGLE SELECTED FOR IAOTP’S TOP 25 GLOBAL IMPACT LEADERS

Sheena Haberstroh Daigle will be honored at IAOTP's annual awards gala in Las Vegas at the Bellagio Hotel NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sheena Haberstroh Daigle was recently selected to be featured in the 2nd …

SHEENA HABERSTROH DAIGLE SELECTED FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL AWARD BY IAOTP

Sheena Haberstroh Daigle will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sheena Mathew-Haberstroh Daigle was recently selected …

Jean Shafiroff Hosts Kick-Off Cocktail Reception For The 69th Annual Viennese Opera Ball

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 69th Annual Viennese Opera Ball returns to Cipriani 42nd Street this May 2025, for what promises to be one of the most spectacular evenings in New York’s social calendar. …

Gateway Hispanic begins collaboration with the Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute

The partnership between MSI² and Gateway Hispanic will strengthen political and strategic analysis from a Latino and bilingual perspective MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gateway Hispanic, the bilingual politics and current …

Gateway Hispanic inicia colaboración con el Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute

La alianza entre MSI² y Gateway Hispanic fortalecerá el análisis político y estratégico desde una perspectiva latina y bilingüe MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gateway Hispanic, el medio bilingüe de política y …

CloudOffix Accelerates Global Expansion with New Strategic Partnerships in Europe and MENA

CloudOffix Accelerates Global Expansion with New Strategic Partnerships in Europe and MENA CLAYMONT, DE, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CloudOffix, the pioneering low-code Total Experience Platform, announces plans to …