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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Thursday the launch of a Royal Commission inquiry, the country’s...
01/08/2026

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Thursday the launch of a Royal Commission inquiry, the country’s highest level of inquiry, into the antisemitic terrorist attack on Bondi Beach last month.

Prime Minister Albanese announces an inquiry into the Bondi attack to address antisemitism and extremist motivations in Australia.

🏛️ Shapiro’s priorities for his second term are economic growth and affordability, public safety and education, includin...
01/08/2026

🏛️ Shapiro’s priorities for his second term are economic growth and affordability, public safety and education, including expanding state opportunities for residents without college degrees. He starts his reelection bid ranked as one of the top 10 most popular governors in the country.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will run for a second term in the battleground state with even larger plans, he announced early Thursday morning.

In an address to the Knesset on Monday, Likud lawmaker Dan Illouz decried what he said was a “new enemy” rising within A...
01/08/2026

In an address to the Knesset on Monday, Likud lawmaker Dan Illouz decried what he said was a “new enemy” rising within American politics: Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens.

Likud lawmaker Dan Illouz decried what he said was a “new enemy” rising within American politics: Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens.

Democracy is not a spectator sport. Donate your time and contribute your energy. Support candidates who share your value...
01/08/2026

Democracy is not a spectator sport. Donate your time and contribute your energy. Support candidates who share your values.

Israel faces various challenges, but through community efforts, individuals can positively impact the Jewish narrative.

Vice President JD Vance again downplayed the idea that conservatives should safeguard their ranks against antisemitism, ...
01/08/2026

Vice President JD Vance again downplayed the idea that conservatives should safeguard their ranks against antisemitism, a week after his ally Tucker Carlson hosted yet another antisemitic conspiracy theorist on his web show.

JD Vance discusses the conservative response to antisemitism in a recent interview. Learn more about his perspective.

🎥 “This is a film wrapped in the flag of a family, not a country,” the director of "The Road Between Us" said. “The Tibo...
01/08/2026

🎥 “This is a film wrapped in the flag of a family, not a country,” the director of "The Road Between Us" said. “The Tibons are fighters, but they are also optimistic. You watch this film because of hope. It’s a story of hope.”

Discover the Oct. 7 documentary 'Road Between Us' that explores the stories of unlikely heroes and their extraordinary acts.

Deni Avdija’s dream season is continuing into the new year as the Israeli NBA sensation sits in seventh place in fan vot...
01/08/2026

Deni Avdija’s dream season is continuing into the new year as the Israeli NBA sensation sits in seventh place in fan voting to represent the Western Conference in next month’s All-Star Game in Los Angeles.

Deni Avdija is making waves in fan voting for the All-Star Game. Discover his journey with the Portland Trail Blazers.

Perelman Jewish Day School students celebrate Chanukah at school. Courtesy of Perelman Jewish Day School
01/07/2026

Perelman Jewish Day School students celebrate Chanukah at school. Courtesy of Perelman Jewish Day School

Celebrate Chanukah with Perelman JDS students and discover the joy of traditions at Perelman Jewish Day School.

Beth Sholom celebrated Chanukah with a Pajamakkah party featuring breakfast for dinner, a candlelighting with a Chanukah...
01/07/2026

Beth Sholom celebrated Chanukah with a Pajamakkah party featuring breakfast for dinner, a candlelighting with a Chanukah sing-a-long and a donut-painting party in the Goodman Auditorium.

Celebrate Chanukah at Beth Sholom with a festive Pajamakkah party, complete with a sing-along and donut-painting fun.

Residents at Annabel Gardens gathered with their GEMS @ the J activities coordinator, Connie Leon, for a tasty holiday c...
01/07/2026

Residents at Annabel Gardens gathered with their GEMS @ the J activities coordinator, Connie Leon, for a tasty holiday celebration

Join residents of Annabel Gardens for the holiday celebration featuring GEMS @ the J and coordinator Connie Leon.

Sherry Kohn Eisman, education chairperson, speaker; Michael Eisman; Phyllis Halpern, president, Jewish Residents Council...
01/07/2026

Sherry Kohn Eisman, education chairperson, speaker; Michael Eisman; Phyllis Halpern, president, Jewish Residents Council. Eisman spoke about the Jews in Ancient Rome as part of the J.R.C. lecture series on Dec. 24 at Ann’s Choice in Bucks County.

Explore the JRC lecture series featuring insights about Jews in Ancient Rome from speaker Michael Eisman at Ann's Choice.

The Maris Grove Jewish Community celebrated Chanukah with a candlelighting and traditional treats, followed by music fro...
01/07/2026

The Maris Grove Jewish Community celebrated Chanukah with a candlelighting and traditional treats, followed by music from the Congregation Beth Shalom klezmer band and, of course, dancing.

Celebrate Chanukah with the Maris Grove Jewish Community! Enjoy candlelighting, treats, music, and dancing at this festive event.

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