De Blasio Tries To Move On From Post-Funeral Tweet

His lack of leadership during the critical early days makes him indirectly responsible for having killed many New Yorkers.

MDA is Preparing for the Limited Lag Ba’Omer Events on Mt. Meron

Six ambulances, two MICUs, a command vehicle and other designated emergency vehicles will be deployed in the field.

Germany’s AfD Leader Refuses to Be Joyous Over Nazi Defeat

"It was also a day of absolute defeat, a day of the loss of large parts of Germany and the loss of national autonomy."

Socialist Workers Party Condemns Mayor’s Anti-Semitic Tweet

Other folks, not just us, Orthodox Jews, think the mayor's attack on Haredi Jews was about as anti-Semitic as one can be in New York City in the post Father Coughlin era.

A COVID-19 Coronavirus Lag B’Omer: No Bonfires

Police will block off Mount Meron and the surrounding area with checkpoints. Israelis are also reminded: no local bonfires this year either.

Mayor de Blasio To Re-evaluate his Decision to keep up Tweet Regarding the ‘Jewish...

The Mayor committed to talk with his team to discuss whether or not taking down the tweet is the right thing to do.

Miss Hitler 2020 – Just When You Think You’ve Seen It All

The pageant encouraged women to post girly Nazi-themed images with an entry explaining why they “love and revere the Third Reich of Adolf Hitler."

Court Confirms Chabad Sole Rights to World HQ, Synagogue at 770 Eastern Parkway

Judge Harriet L. Thompson: "The Rebbe had foresight beyond his years.”

GOD TV Pushing Christian Gospel in Hebrew to Jews on Israeli Cable

Does that sound like the start of a Christian media crusade? Of course. Is it legal? Yes.

No Lockdowns But No Private Fires on Lag B’Omer This Year

The directive was issued in order to prevent the gatherings that could lead to the subsequent return of multiple COVID-19 coronavirus infections.

MDA Mobile Unit Takes 3,166 Swab Samples in Geula, Jerusalem

The MDA sampling teams sitting inside the container are protected by a high pressure air system that pushes out the air and maintains a fully sterile environment inside.

Daniel Pearl’s Parents Appeal Pakistani Court’s Overturning his Killers’ Convictions

According to the Pakistani press, Sindh prosecutors filed an appeal to the Supreme Court against the Sindh High Court decision on April 22, and on April 28, and asked for an early hearing.

Michigan State Lawmaker Apologizes for Holocaust Comparison

The post I shared on Facebook was actually from a friend who is Jewish,” said Pamela Hornberger (R-Chesterfield). “Today, when I was made aware of the controversy, I immediately deleted the post.”

Illinois’ Jewish Governor Condemns Nazi Slogan at Anti Coronavirus-Shutdown Protest

The Nazi jab was clearly aimed at the governor's Jewish heritage, although the woman who carried the sign told reporters she had many Jewish friends.

With Synagogues Shuttered, ‘Porch Minyans’ Grow in Brooklyn

While some rabbis have banned the porch minyan on various grounds, week upon week of staying home has started to wear people down, and the phenomenon has increased.

Trump Declares May ‘Jewish American Heritage Month’

The president cited signing an executive order in December combating anti-Semitism, especially directed towards college campuses, as how his administration has been fighting bigotry against Jews.

Anti-Semitic Incidents in Canada Reach Record High for Fourth Year in a Row

The audit noted that assaults became more blatant and violent in 2019, with several of them taking place in broad daylight and some directly in front of eyewitnesses.

Biden Vows to Keep Jerusalem Embassy, But His Record on Israel’s Capital Is Troubling

Vote Trump or vote Biden, but don't expect anything different from either one of them regarding Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and that worthless two-state solution.

Brooklyn Chassidic Rebbe Calls for Massive Aliyah Before It’s Too Late

"Listen to me well, dear Jews, whoever can afford to rise and ascend to the Holy Land should it as soon as possible."
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Israel Air Force Flies Over Hospitals in Independence Day Salute to Medical Heroes

"We feel the need to salute and put in the center those who are really at the forefront," said Air Force Manpower Chief Brigadier General Itamar Reichel.
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Eerie Silence in Israeli Parks on Independence Day, Compared with Previous Years

And just to help you appreciate the rare beauty of Park HaYarkon on this Independence Day, see how the same park looked on Independence Day, 2014.

From Mount Herzl’s Stage to Balconies Nationwide, The Song ‘Chai Chai Chai!’ Rings Out...

"Chai" -- sung by Israelis from the balconies around the country as Independence Day got underway, is a symbol of Israeli survival.

72nd Independence Day: State of Israel under Lockdown

“We urge the public to comply with the health directives and follow police orders to make sure the citizens of Israel remain safe."

Conference of Presidents Declares New Leadership Structure Amid Opposition to Incoming Chair

The announcement notes that “creating the Chair-elect role enhances the effectiveness of the transition.” Thus far, the transition from Stark to a new chairperson has been anything but smooth or effective.

Amid Uproar, Stark to Remain Conference of Presidents Chair for Another Year

Due to the controversy, Dianne Lob will first serve as chair-election, a newly created position.

President Rivlin Visits Israelis at Home Via Hologram Technology

“I remember the first Yom Haatzmaut, and here we are today, 72 years later and I am together with you. Yom Atzma’ut Sameach, my dear ones!”

Anti-Israel Campaign Comparing Jewish State to Coronavirus Gains Traction in US

Over the past week there was an upsurge in online global anti-Semitism tying Israel and Jews to the Coronavirus.

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