NY Gov. Cuomo: All COVID-19 State Mandates Lifted Immediately; In NYC, ‘Hometown Heroes’ Parade

De Blasio: “We can never thank our essential workers enough for all they’ve done for this city. But we can celebrate their heroism in our streets."

Florida Governor Goes to Lubavitch Shul to Sign Moment of Silence Bill

The governor signed the bill one day after the 27th anniversary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Antisemitism in US More Than Doubled Since Start of Israel-Hamas Conflict

There were 11 physical attacks on Jews during the reporting period, while there were zero assaults during this same period in 2020.

Professor Sol Green, Founder of 2 Social Work Schools, Passes Away in Jerusalem

Professor Green immigrated to Israel with his late wife, Julia z"l, in 1990.

Former NY Consul General: New Israeli Government to Prioritize Close Ties with US Jewry

“The days in which Israel felt it could ignore American Jews, are no longer.”
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Thousands Flock to Queens Cemetery on Lubavitcher Rebbe’s 27th Yahrzeit

Across the globe, people from all walks of life came together on Sunday to mark the 27th anniversary of the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.
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Zoom Fun: Hebrew U Senior Lecturer Charges Israel with Ethnic Cleansing of Arabs

"If she thinks Israel is so bad, she is welcome to renounce her Israeli citizenship and go live under the Palestinian Authority or Hamas. She won't be missed."

Third Suspect Arrested for Violent Beating of Jewish Man in New York’s Times Square

The group allegedly knocked Joseph Borgen to the ground and then punched, kicked, pepper-sprayed and beat him with crutches while making anti-Semitic remarks.

Brooklyn Jewish Community Throws Weight in Democratic Primaries for New York Mayor Race

The leadership of the Satmar Chasidim in New York announced that they are backing of Brooklyn Borough president Eric Adams for mayor after previously endorsing his closest competitor former Democratic mayoral candidate Andrew Yang.

Pew: Younger US Jews Less Worried than their Parents About Having Jewish Children

17% of younger Jews are Orthodox, compared with only 3% of older Jews.

Everybody Hates Ilhan Omar, Even Hamas

As we all know, Muslim women are treated much better in the parliaments of Arab countries, where they speak up routinely against the ills of honor killing, rape, forced marriages, polygamy, and execution for adultery.

FDA Issues Warning About COVID-19 Self-Test

"The test has not been authorized, cleared, or approved by the FDA for commercial distribution or use in the United States, as required by law."

Swastika, Anti-Jewish Graffiti Defaces Chabad House in Tucson

Rabbi Yossie Shemtov, executive director of Chabad Lubavitch of Tucson, stated: “We are determined not to be affected by this distressing incident and will continue serving the wider community.”

Gutsy Dems Dare to Condemn Rep Omar for Comparing US, Israel, to Hamas, Taliban

The Simon Wiesenthal Center called for Omar to be “stripped of her committee assignments for accusing the US of crimes against humanity.”
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Israeli Children Invite Congressman Jamaal Bowman to Come Visit

Our reader C.J. Glass sent this video to Congressman Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) and has yet to receive "anything in return other than an automated message."

At Least 8 Gazan Children Featured on NY Times Front Page were Killed by...

The NY Times list of victims also included a Hamas terrorist, a name unrelated to the war, and children killed by Hamas.

Despite Homage to Dinkins Who Let Rioters into their Neighborhood, Crown Heights Jews Still...

An NY1 survey this week, two weeks ahead of the June 22 Democratic primaries, shows Adams with 22% of the votes, leading over Andrew Yang's 16%.

Jewish Communal Fund Gives Almost $700,000 in Grants to New York Jewish Charities

The money will help increase supply to a food pantry for low-income New Yorkers; provide Jewish summer-camp scholarships for children impacted by COVID-19; and create a center for preschoolers who need physical, occupational and speech therapy.

Blinken: Iran’s Nuclear ‘Breakout Time’ Could Be Weeks if Violations Continue

“It remains unclear whether Iran is willing and prepared to do what it needs to do come back into compliance,” said U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Israel to AP: Gaza Building Leveled Because Hamas Tried to Jam Iron Dome From...

"Israel does not suspect its employees were aware a covert Hamas unit was using the building in this way."

New York’s Coronavirus Era Is Coming To An End

“We are in a state of recovery – not emergency – and it’s time New Yorkers are able to return to their daily routines and a sense of normalcy,” said Assembly Republican Leader Will Barclay (R – Pulaski, Oswego County).

Thursday’s Israeli Flags Parade in Muslim Quarter Is Netanyahu’s Final Test 3 Days before...

AG Mandelblit made it clear to Netanyahu and Ohana that going against the professional decision of the police regarding the parade required a political decision.

Three Baltimore Teens Charged With Murder of Visiting Israeli Man

William Clinton III, 18, as well as a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old whose names have not been revealed, is being held without bail.

Zeldin Seals Up Nomination For Gop And Conservative Parties Astorino Could Be Spoiler

With his 80 percent support, Zeldin will not have to circulate nominating petitions next year in order to be on the ballot.

Mask Flip Flop Confuses New Yorkers

"Children wear masks in school, inside. When they are outside the school building, in recess, etc. . . [so] there's no mandate for masks outside."

ZIM Ship Leaves Oakland Harbor as Longshoremen Refuse to Cross Anti-Israel Picket Line

Stop ZIM ships action will take place in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Houston, Seattle/Tacoma, and New York/New Jersey.

Sen. Menendez Lays Out Political Strategy for Mideast Relations, Reaffirms Support of Israel

The New Jersey Democrat said, “Let me be clear: In the face of a terrorist organization committed to Israel’s destruction, willing to indiscriminately attack civilians and put others directly in harm’s way, Israel has every right to defend herself and her population, full stop.”

Gantz Meets with Biden Officials as US Lawmakers Encourage Iron Dome Replenishment

“I’m looking forward to discuss, as we have discussed before, the challenges that we have with Iran, with the Palestinians,” Gantz said to Blinken before the meeting. “As far as Gaza concerned, we do look for stability and prosperity for everybody,” said Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

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