Diaspora Jews

The secret joke for Israelis in Stephen King's 'Life of Chuck'

Based on Stephen King's 2020 short novella, the film didn’t become a box office hit, but it seems that everyone who watched it couldn't stop thinking about it days later.

 'The Life of Chuck'
 The river Nid offers picturesque views in Trondheim, Norway, home to one of the northernmost Jewish communities in the world.

This northern Norway city has adopted a one-of-a-kind approach to observing Shabbat

 Columbia student demonstrators show support as others chain themselves to the gates of St. Paul’s Chapel at Columbia University to denounce the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil in New York City, US, April 2, 2025.

Faculty are source of US campus antisemitism, Yad Vashem head says

 Trump administration texts Barnard professors, asking if they are Jewish.

Barnard settles lawsuit by Jewish and Israeli students, agrees to measures to address antisemitism


Waste removal and pest control: Universities spend millions cleaning up pro-Palestinian protests

Following months of protest over the Israel-Hamas War, pro-Palestinian protests have left universities with multimillion-dollar cleanup bills.

 PROTESTERS ATTEND a demonstration in support of Palestinians in Gaza, at UCLA in Los Angeles, in April 2024.

How does Israel repair ties with US Democrats? - opinion

American Jews, who had always tended to favor the Democratic Party, found themselves torn between their natural support for Israel and their loyalty to a party whose values were close to their hearts

 PENNSYLVANIA GOV. Josh Shapiro has taken steps to distinguish himself from far Left factions in the Democratic Party, says the writer.

Inside enemy territory: A former IDF soldier's journey from Tehran to a Beirut jail cell

MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: American-Israeli Dan Brotman has travelled across the Middle East as a citizen journalist in order to "understand the world" unseen by mainstream media.

 DESPITE SERVING in the IDF and holding Israeli citizenship, Brotman visited Iran. Here, he stands in front of the 'US Den of Espionage Museum,' site of the former US Embassy in Tehran.

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

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Leading by example: How NYC is shaping the fight against antisemitism - interview

"Keeping the Jewish community safe in NYC, and setting groundwork for the future, is the most important thing," said Rabbi Moshe Davis.

 Mayor Adams appointed a senior liaison in his Community Affairs Unit, Moshe Davis, as the first executive director of the office.

Mosaic United taps veteran Jewish educator Yigal Nisell as new CEO

Nisell arrives from the Combat Antisemitism Movement, where he served as chief operating officer and global head of partnerships, coordinating interfaith coalitions and policy campaigns.

 Yigal Nisell, newly appointed CEO of Mosaic United, at the organization’s Jerusalem headquarters, June 2025.

Jewish QB Jake Retzlaff cleared of civil rape allegations, eyes transfer amid BYU’s consensual sex

With his legal case dismissed and a potential suspension looming, Retzlaff is now looking to continue his career elsewhere.

 A CIVIL lawsuit accusing BYU’s Jewish quarterback Jake Retzlaff of rape has been dismissed, though he now plans to transfer as he faces a possible seven-game suspension for violating the school’s honor code by admitting to premarital sex.

Armenian lawmakers meet AIPAC as Yerevan condemns Israel, echoes Iranian talking points

While Armenian officials seek closer ties with the pro-Israel lobby in the US, activists warn that on the ground, pro-Iranian and anti-Israel messaging persists.

 Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan attends the second 3+3 Regional platform summit in Tehran, Iran, October 23, 2023.

When war breaks out, so do messages from friends of years past - comment

It's nice to know that someone out there is thinking about you and wishing you well.

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Amid the weight of Israel's Hamas, Iran wars, adult Jews need 'camp' to let it go - opinion

For one delicious day, I could just let go and be. Be the Pam who likes to dance, the Pam who loves s’mores, the Pam who is not in charge of anyone or anything.

 TRYBAL GATHERING participants enjoy the silent disco at the day camp for NYC professionals.

The power of global Jewish solidarity during a time of war and uncertainty – opinion

A delegation of IDF soldiers was caught abroad in America during the Israel-Iran War. The local community's response to them proves the enduring strength of our worldwide Jewish family.

 AN IDF SOLDIER stands next to the remains of an Emad ballistic missile, days after an attack by Iran on Israel, in October, 2024.