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Chief Rabbis to Supreme Court

'The Western Wall is not a venue for protests'

In a statement to the Supreme Court, the Chief Rabbis assert that the Western Wall is a synagogue and is subject to halakhic rules that require separation between men and women.

'The Western Wall is not a venue for protests'

This Purim Gift Just Solved Your Biggest Holiday Headache

Turns out the average person spends 4-6 hours planning, shopping, and packing Mishloach Manos - time you'll never get back. This year, there's a different way.

This Purim Gift Just Solved Your Biggest Holiday Headache

Brooklyn man arrested and released over antisemitic attack

23-year-old who was arrested after allegedly stabbing a man near the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Brooklyn has been released and is set to return to court in April.

Brooklyn man arrested and released over antisemitic attack

Jewish student assaulted near Yeshiva University

Jewish student from Yeshiva University assaulted near the campus in Manhattan. University spokesperson says the incident was an unbiased attempted robbery.

Jewish student assaulted near Yeshiva University

'Jew' painted on Jewish family's mailbox

In an antisemitic incident in Hamburg, Germany, unknown individuals carved the word 'Jew' onto the mailbox of a Jewish family living in the Harburg district.

'Jew' painted on Jewish family's mailbox

Australia:

JCA admits posting false names in anti-Herzog ads

An anti-Herzog newspaper ad listing false names draws backlash, with the Jewish Council of Australia acknowledging errors and signatories denying approval.

JCA admits posting false names in anti-Herzog ads

Singer Benny Friedman reveals: I have an autistic son

Benny Friedman shares inspiring message about his son with autism, emphasizing the power of early intervention and unwavering dedication and praising his wife for 'legendary' patience.

Singer Benny Friedman reveals: I have an autistic son

2-Month-Old Baby Has Days Left Without $180,000 Treatment

Turns out this family needs to raise $170,000 more in the next few days to get their dying baby to Switzerland - and 244 people have already joined to help

2-Month-Old Baby Has Days Left Without $180,000 Treatment

Three Jews threatened with knife near Paris synagogue

Three Jewish men threatened with a knife near the Eiffel Tower. No injuries reported. Paris mayor condemns the attack as antisemitic.

Three Jews threatened with knife near Paris synagogue

Bereaved grandson claims grandfather was burned to death

Elhanan Shkolnik, grandson of the late Amram Chai Mizrachi, who died last Thursday in a fire in his apartment, published a forceful statement on Sunday alleging that his grandfather’s death was not accidental.

Bereaved grandson claims grandfather was burned to death

Chabad:

Female emissaries from 111 countries at annual convention

Thousands of Chabad emissaries gathered for a joint photo in front of the Chabad-Lubavitch World Headquarters at '770,' declaring: “We do not stand in the shadows; we are standing at the forefront of action."

Female emissaries from 111 countries at annual convention

Queens

Yeshiva students rescued after falling into icy waters

Three 22-year-old yeshiva students were rescued from Jamaica Bay in Queens, New York on Friday after the ice they were walking on broke up and they fell into the icy water.

Yeshiva students rescued after falling into icy waters

Taking the next step: Reaching the next level

Going beyond inspiration, Project Inspire 2.0 brings depth, connection, and practical tools to turn passion into real action and lasting impact.

Taking the next step: Reaching the next level

Two injured en route to Uman

Two haredi youths injured in road accident en route to Uman, Ukraine.

Two injured en route to Uman

Women Chabad emissaries from around the world unite in Brooklyn

From far corners of the Jewish world, the women of Chabad gather in freezing Brooklyn.

Women Chabad emissaries from around the world unite in Brooklyn

Mamdani picks left-wing leader to head NYC antisemitism office

New York City Mayor selects Phylisa Wisdom of the New York Jewish Agenda to lead NYC’s antisemitism office, prompting concern from Jewish leaders.

Mamdani picks left-wing leader to head NYC antisemitism office

London:

Yeshiva head passes away at 104

Rav Elyakim Schlesinger, elderly head of haredi yeshivot and Rosh Yeshivas HaRama passes away at age 104 in London.

Yeshiva head passes away at 104

Massachusetts Jewish day school to close after a quarter century

Boston-area Jewish day school to close after 25 years, saying its model is ‘no longer sustainable.’

Massachusetts Jewish day school to close after a quarter century

Queens:

Teen arrested for antisemitic death threat emails to high school

17-year-old Queens teen arrested for sending antisemitic emails threatening to kill Jews, amid a rise in hate crimes.

Teen arrested for antisemitic death threat emails to high school

Zurich: Haredi man punched in antisemitic attack

A haredi man was punched by a man who shouted antisemitic slogans at him, and was slightly injured. Passersby managed to stop the attacker.

Zurich: Haredi man punched in antisemitic attack

Vandalism at Lubavitch school in Paris

Unknown individuals vandalized a Jewish educational institution in Paris. Police have opened an investigation amid a rise in antisemitic incidents in France.

Vandalism at Lubavitch school in Paris

Investigation underway

Windows smashed at Paris Jewish school

Jewish school in Paris vandalized, with windows smashed and a CCTV camera torn off. Authorities launch an investigation.

Windows smashed at Paris Jewish school

Father of 15 gets 3 wedding announcements in one week

Turns out when you have 15 children and 3 get engaged at once, even the most devoted father can't manage alone - and the first wedding is this Wednesday

Father of 15 gets 3 wedding announcements in one week

Historic: Belz Great Synagogue to expand

Belz hasidic community receives final approval to significantly expand Great Synagogue.

Historic: Belz Great Synagogue to expand

5-year-old from Skver Hasidic community killed in road accident

5-year-old boy severely injured in a hit-and-run accident in the Skver Hasidic neighborhood in New York State and succumbed to his injuries at Westchester Medical Center.

5-year-old from Skver Hasidic community killed in road accident

Man charged with hate crime in Chabad headquarters ramming

36-year-old charged with hate crimes after ramming his car five times into Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn.

Man charged with hate crime in Chabad headquarters ramming

In Zelenskyy's birthplace

Chabad emissary's home hit in Russian strike

The home of the rabbi of the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih hit by a Russian drone. No injuries reported.

Chabad emissary's home hit in Russian strike

Antisemitism in Krakow

Signs depicting IDF soldiers as war criminals appeared in downtown Krakow, Poland: "We don’t want you here."

Antisemitism in Krakow

Bondi massacre victim's name changed by hospital to protect her

Sydney Hanukkah massacre victim Rosalia Shikhverg says the hospital which treated her changed her name to make her seem not Jewish because 'they could not trust their own staff' to treat Jewish patients.

Bondi massacre victim's name changed by hospital to protect her

President Putin hosts Russia's Chief Rabbi

During the meeting, the president expressed his appreciation for interfaith peace in Russia and recalled childhood memories alongside a Hasidic Jewish family.

President Putin hosts Russia's Chief Rabbi

Watch:

Suspect rams car into Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn

Suspect repeatedly drives a vehicle into Chabad headquarters in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. No injuries reported. Driver arrested.

Suspect rams car into Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn

Man arrested for attack on Queens rabbi on Holocaust Day

32-year-old man arrested for allegedly attacking a Queens rabbi on Holocaust Remembrance Day, shouting antisemitic slurs before punching him. He faces hate crime charges.

Man arrested for attack on Queens rabbi on Holocaust Day

Israeli government data:

Over 800 severe antisemitic incidents in 2025; 21 Jews murdered

An Israeli government report unveiled in Jerusalem warns of a deadly rise in global antisemitism, with 21 Jews murdered worldwide in 2025.

Over 800 severe antisemitic incidents in 2025; 21 Jews murdered

JPPI poll:

Strong support for Iran regime change among US Jews

JPPI’s January index shows strong Jewish support for US calls to topple Iran’s regime, alongside mixed views on Venezuela and rising interest in Aliyah.

Strong support for Iran regime change among US Jews

Iranian Jews: No fatalities in our community

Iranian Jews say community unharmed by anti-government protests, faithful to IRGC.

Iranian Jews: No fatalities in our community

Unanimous vote

Chicago adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

Chicago unanimously adopts the IHRA definition of antisemitism, adding it to city law as officials say it is needed to confront rising Jew hatred.

Chicago adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

Rabbi attacked in Queens on Holocaust Remembrance Day

Rabbi assaulted in a targeted antisemitic attack in Queens on Holocaust Remembrance Day, prompting widespread condemnation from city leaders, including Mayor Mamdani.

Rabbi attacked in Queens on Holocaust Remembrance Day

Rabbi Ari Berman:

'Being pro-Israel is not a reaction, it is our identity'

Speaking with Arutz Sheva at the IAC National Summit, Rabbi Ari Berman emphasizes Jewish pride, positive Zionism, and Yeshiva University’s deep commitment to Israel and continued activism beyond the war.

'Being pro-Israel is not a reaction, it is our identity'

Over 800 severe antisemitic incidents in 2025, 21 Jews murdered

Most incidents were recorded in the US, the UK, France, Australia, and Canada, the Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Ministry found.

Over 800 severe antisemitic incidents in 2025, 21 Jews murdered

Nefesh B’Nefesh launches fellowship for American Jewish teachers

At a critical moment for Jewish education, the new Israel curriculum and fellowship aim to shape the next generation of informed Zionist educators and leaders.

Nefesh B’Nefesh launches fellowship for American Jewish teachers

Jewish graves smashed in Barcelona

Gravestones smashed at Barcelona’s Jewish cemetery, prompting sharp condemnations as Jewish leaders warn of escalating antisemitism and demand decisive action from authorities.

Jewish graves smashed in Barcelona

Solidarity in Canada:

Christian journalist places mezuzah at his home's entrance

Canadian journalist Warren Kinsella, a Toronto resident and a Christian by faith, installed a mezuzah in his home as a sign of solidarity with the Jewish community in light of the rise in antisemitism.

Christian journalist places mezuzah at his home's entrance

'The era of last-minute preparations must end'

The Knesset Education Committee held a special discussion on Israel's preparedness for mass events involving its citizens abroad, focusing primarily on the annual pilgrimage to Uman.

'The era of last-minute preparations must end'

Beverly Hills

Venue backtracks after forcing Israeli to denounce 'genocide'

A Beverly Hills theater barred Israeli comic Guy Hochman and demanded political disavowals, then apologized after backlash and accusations of discrimination.

Venue backtracks after forcing Israeli to denounce 'genocide'

Two teens arrested over swastikas in Brooklyn playground

Two 15‑year‑olds arrested after dozens of swastikas and antisemitic messages were spray‑painted in a Brooklyn playground.

Two teens arrested over swastikas in Brooklyn playground

22,000 Women worldwide mark major milestone in Women’s learning

The Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative is marking a major milestone this February, as more than 22,000 women across five continents celebrate the completion of the third Torat Imecha Nach Yomi cycle.

22,000 Women worldwide mark major milestone in Women’s learning

Conversion controversy:

Argentina chief rabbi confirms century-old ban

Argentina’s chief Sephardic rabbi reaffirms century-old ban on local conversions, sparking backlash.

Argentina chief rabbi confirms century-old ban

Hate crimes probed

Dozens of swastikas found in Brooklyn playground

Dozens of swastikas found in a Brooklyn playground on two separate days, prompting a Hate Crime Task Force investigation and strong condemnation from Jewish organizations.

Dozens of swastikas found in Brooklyn playground

Following infrastructure work

Jewish cemetery in Libya completely destroyed

The Jewish cemetery in the city of Derna in eastern Libya was completely destroyed following work to build a small power plant that began there about a year ago.

Jewish cemetery in Libya completely destroyed

Erin Molan:

'There is no 'day after' for antisemitism'

Australian broadcaster and commentator Erin Molan spoke with Arutz Sheva about why she believes the struggle to tell the truth to the world has no clear endpoint.

'There is no 'day after' for antisemitism'

Humor, truth, and antisemitism:

Arutz Sheva speaks with Ami Kozak

At the IAC National Summit, comedian Ami Kozak blends humor and blunt analysis on Trump, Israel, and the growing antisemitic 'woke right.'

Arutz Sheva speaks with Ami Kozak

Rabbi Yuval Cherlow:

These are the five reforms Israel's mental health care needs

Speaking to Arutz Sheva at the IAC National Summit, Rabbi Yuval Cherlow detailed his mission to end stigma and neglect in Israel’s mental health system.

These are the five reforms Israel's mental health care needs

Israeli comedian's Canada show marred by assault, detention

Guy Hochman underwent six hours of questioning at Toronto airport following anti-Israel org.'s complaints, and was later assaulted outside his show by a protester.

Israeli comedian's Canada show marred by assault, detention

'Classic antisemitism'

Biden envoy slams Harris over 'Israeli agent’ question to Shapiro

Deborah Lipstadt her deputy, Aaron Keyak, condemn Harris campaign staff after Josh Shapiro revealed he was asked if he was “an Israeli agent" during the vetting process for Harris’s running mate.

Biden envoy slams Harris over 'Israeli agent’ question to Shapiro

A Rabbi’s vision for Jewish community in San Antonio

Rabbi Avraham Scheinberg describes the strength, diversity, and responsibility of Jewish life in San Antonio and how smaller communities foster connection.

A Rabbi’s vision for Jewish community in San Antonio

Rare footage of one of Jerusalem's most mysterious rabbis

Rare documentary footage from 1971 shows Rabbi David Cohen, the Nazirite Rabbi, one of Rabbi Kook's greatest disciples.

Rare footage of one of Jerusalem's most mysterious rabbis




























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