As third-generation Holocaust survivors, we carry a sacred duty: to preserve the memory of the Holocaust and ensure its lessons resonate through time, touching the hearts and minds of future generations. [Montana Tucker and Sacha Roytman]
3rd Generation Holocaust Survivors Vow to Keep Memory and Lessons Alive Read More »
Antisemitism, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Staff and Bylined Contributors
The virulent antisemitism that led to the Holocaust is still rampant around the globe today, World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder said against the backdrop of Monday’s solemn commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the former Nazi concentration and death camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. [Press Release]
WJC’s Lauder: Hatred Leading to Holocaust Still Rampant Today Read More »
Antisemitism, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, World Jewish Congress
The “For a Righteous Cause” report, published for the fourth year by the Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry at Tel Aviv University (TAU) in recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Monday, January 27, 2025, highlights an encouraging phenomenon: new exhibitions and museums commemorating the Holocaust and heroism that have opened or are under construction in Muslim countries. [Press Release]
Holocaust Museums Open in Muslim-Majority Countries Read More »
Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Middle East, Press Release
His main areas of research were function theory and analytic number theory. Landau became world famous for his two-volume course Foundations of Analysis (1930), written with impeccable logical rigor. As a professor he enjoyed great success, doctoral students came to him from all over the world. [Alex Gordon]
Jewish Biography: Edmund Landau, Mathematician Hounded by Nazis Read More »
Alex Gordon, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Streets in Jerusalem and Petach Tikvah bear the name of Paul Gruninger, a Swiss police officer who stood as a beacon of humanity during one of history’s darkest chapters. In 1938, Paul Gruninger chose to defy heartless government policies with acts of extraordinary bravery, saving thousands of Jewish lives as Europe descended into madness. [Gedaliah Borvick]
Saving Lives as the World Fell Apart Read More »
Gedaliah Borvick, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Staff and Bylined Contributors
A former San Diego summer camper was among the first three hostages released by Hamas after being held for more than a year. British-Israeli citizen Emily Damari, 28, was released Jan. 19 and returned home Tuesday … (Kira Caspers, Times of San Diego)
Former Hostage Emily Damari Once Was a Mountain Chai Camper Read More »
California, Israel, San Diego County, Times of San Diego, USA
Trump’s November 2024 victory is seen as a game changer for Israel, nullifying much of the Biden agenda and installing a much needed, friendly American ally to back up Israel. But not all signs indicate that outcome. On the plus side are very Zionist appointees: Marco Rubio, Secretary of State; Pete Hegseth, Secretary of Defense; Mike Waltz, National Security Advisor; Elise Stefanik, US Ambassador to the UN; Mike Huckabee, US Ambassador to Israel; and many others. [Steve Kramer]
After 477 days of agony in Gaza, Naama Levy, Liri Albag, Daniella Gilboa, and Karina Ariev were returned on Saturday to Israeli soil and to the loving arms of their family and friends. [Julie Rayman, American Jewish Committee]
Welcome Home, Naama Levy, Liri Albag, Daniella Gilboa & Karina Ariev! Read More »
Israel, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
During her Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, Jan 21, to become the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) affirmed her belief in Israel’s biblical right to Judea and Samaria, sparking heated exchanges with Senate Democrats. Stefanik vowed to use her position to combat antisemitism within the U.N. and defend Israel’s sovereignty on the global stage. [Israfan]
Stefanik Asserts Israel Has Biblical Right to Judea and Samaria Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Israel, USA
Weiss administered emergency care, providing oxygen and medication, and instructed the crew to divert the flight for an emergency landing in Athens so the patient could be transferred to a local hospital for further treatment and monitoring. [Press Release]
Hadassah Medical Center CEO Saves Passenger on Flight from Israel to U.S. Read More »
Israel, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education, Travel and Food, USA
Voice of the People, a global initiative tackling key challenges facing the Jewish people spearheaded by President Isaac Herzog, announced on Thursday, Jan. 23, the formation of its inaugural 150-member global Jewish council. This diverse and dynamic cohort will lead a two-year mission to address the most pressing challenges facing the global Jewish community. [Press Release]
Israel’s President Herzog Names 150 Jews to Address Global Jewish Challenges Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Israel, Jewish Religion, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press Release, USA
The return of the first three hostages after more than a year in captivity in Gaza was a rare moment of unity in Israel. Like most other people in the country, I was glued to the television screen on the afternoon set for their return and was not sure what I would be witnessing. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Israelis’ Emotions Ran High as First 3 Hostages Returned to Their Families Read More »
Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors
After the celebration of Donald Trump’s victory, Musk expressed gratitude with the statement, “This one matters, thank you, I give you my heart,” followed by a gesture perceived by some as resembling a Nazi salute. This incident quickly overshadowed his remarks about his ambitions for space exploration with SpaceX and Tesla. Musk’s actions sparked intense debate across political lines, particularly among left-wing commentators. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
OpEd: Elon Musk is a Friend of the Jews and Not a Nazi Read More »
Holocaust, Israel, Jewish History, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Donald Trump pledged to be a “dictator on day one,” and, for once, he’s making good on his promise. He is consolidating power, creating loyalty tests and enacting political retribution, rewarding convicted insurrectionists, co-opting the media and tech oligarchs, preparing for mass deportations and detentions, denying birthright citizenship enshrined in the Constitution, withdrawing from international agreements, and aligning with dangerous criminals and violent extremists. [Halie Sofer]
OpEd: Trump Acting Like a Dictator Read More »
Israel, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA