Knesset Approves Shabbat Rest Bill in First Reading

"Shabbat does not belong only to religious Jews.”

UN to Create Database of Businesses Operating in Jewish Settlements

A Foreign Ministry spokesman Emmanuel called the UNHRC a “cynical, shameless and hypocritical body, probably in need of urgent mental treatment.”

Proponent Rejoices: U Cal Recognizes Link Between Anti-Semitism and Anti-Zionism

The University of California Board of Regents formally recognized the link between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism.

UC Condemns Anti-Semitism and Anti-Semitic Anti-Zionism

Far too often, what starts as acceptable, welcomed and appropriate criticism and debate on Israel becomes anti-Zionist discrimination and hate.

AIPAC Rebukes Trump’s Obama Truth telling, Ignores Hillary’s Insult to AIPAC

AIPAC president admonishes Trump and AIPAC audience for "attacks" on Obama. Hillary's love of Iran Deal? No problem.

Mile High Bar Mitzvah [video]

They threatened to call the pilot if he didn't stop, but he persisted. Politely.

Silver Trumpets Pierce the Heavens in Prayer Rally Opposite Temple Mount

The mass gathering was accompanied by trumpet blasts sounded by silver trumpets made by the Temple Institute for use in the Holy Temple.

Istanbul Jews to Hear Megillah in 500-Year-Old Synagogue

This Purim the Jews of Istanbul will find the reading of the Megillah especially meaningful at Ahrida Synagogue.

Argentine Judges Send Nisman Murder Case to Federal Court

The case of Argentine prosecutor Alberto Nisman's death now goes to a court that deals with political murders.

Trump Yarmulkes Bonanza May Mark Direction of Orthodox Vote

“If someone is going to buy a yarmulke, you have to assume they support the candidate.”

Analyst: ISIS Does Not View Israel, Jews as ‘Special’ Enemy

ISIS also does not believe that the Jews are any worse infidels than others — including, most emphatically Shiite Muslims.

Brussels’ Jews Canceled Purim

"We feared additional attacks and contacted the families. To avoid panic, we asked that they take the children one at a time."

Bar Mitzvah Boy Teaches a Lesson in Giving — Big

They invited more than 300 children with cancer and their families to a lavish Purim Carnival.

Dubai Security Chief Says Arabs Should Let Jews Run Things

"Without the Jews the Arabs wouldn’t have even known to deposit their money in a bank."

Entebbe Child Hostage Shares Message of Hope at Children’s Aid Association Dinner

Shai Gross was awarded with the Shalva Spirit of Hope award in recognition of how he had met his personal challenges and used that experience to help others.

Semiconductor Pioneer Andrew Grove Dead at 79

Grove played a critical role in the decision to move Intel’s focus from memory chips to microprocessors and led the firm’s transformation into a widely recognized consumer brand.

Stunning: Tikkun Olam Makers Show Off at AIPAC [video]

"TOM emanated from a bold vision for Israel and the Jewish people to make a significant and distinctly Israeli contribution to a quarter of a billion people within a decade.”

Sign of the Times: Cuba May Be Going Kosher

"Be careful about soups and all other side dishes since Cubans like to use pork in just about everything."

Trump Does AIPAC [video]

A funny thing happened at the AIPAC conference: Trump was cheered.

A Bronx Cheer for Hillary’s AIPAC Speech

Clinton touted the Iran Deal during her AIPAC speech - no kidding.

‘Breaking The Silence’ Accused of Treason, Espionage

During 2012-2015, more then 63% of this group’s budget ($1.8 million) was provided by European governments.

UK Jewish Peer Warns Anti-Semitism Rising in Labour Party

A top British peer in the House of Lords is warning he will bolt the Labour Party if rising anti-Semitism is not stemmed.

Rutgers Professor Insists Israel ‘Harvests’ Terrorist Organs

A Rutgers professor uses new anti-Semitism in an old blood libel, this one about Arab terrorist organs.

Final Group of Yemenite Jews Arrives in Israel

The group from Raydah included the community’s rabbi, who brought a Torah scroll believed to be between 500 and 600 years old.

Rabbi Lila Kagedan, First Female Rabbi at Orthodox Shul in Melbourne

The Shira Hadasha congregation has appointed an Orthodox female rabbi-in-residence for this May.

AG: Bill Pushing Reform Out of Mikvahs Unconstitutional

The AG says the billviolates the core of the right to religious freedom and the right to equality.

Israel Airlifts Last Yemenite Jews

The last remaining Jews of Yemen were airlifted Sunday night.

Iran Deal Opponent Challenges Nadler for Congressional Seat

Millennial entrepreneur and Zionist challenges Nadler in Democratic primary.

WOW Announce Next Kotel Battle: Priestess Blessings

This is such a cultural fruit salad, with lady priests, Vulcans and the Kotel…

Analysis: ADL’s Public Shaming of Trump

Perhaps they should look into programs that teach gratitude and appreciation instead?

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