Times Of Israel
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 08:14:52 +0000Taliban takeover energizes, galvanizes radical Islam around world, analysts say
Experts say group's success in Afghanistan and US withdrawal gives a motivational boost to America’s adversaries and global jihadi groups
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:34:05 +0000GOP congressman compares COVID measures to Holocaust, leading intern to quit
Andrew Zirkle says Thomas Massie's tweet 'insensitive' to Holocaust victims and survivors, and of an 'antisemitic nature'
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 07:11:04 +0000Benett’s team sets up shul at DC hotel amid unexpected Shabbat stay
Embassy, Chabad help arrange Torah scroll, ark, prayer books for delegation as PM's return to Israel sees impromptu delay until after weekend
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:54:42 +0000Flock to Jerusalem’s Bible Lands Museum for this family-friendly bird exhibit
See how ancient avians were feared, revered, or just part of everyday life in cultures around the world, plus kids can enjoy an interactive play area with costumes and games
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:53:19 +0000UK, France end Afghan evacuation efforts, but many who wish to flee left behind
As US withdrawal deadline nears and terror threats grow at Kabul airport, countries wrap up their efforts to fly refugees out of the country
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:30:49 +0000Man shot dead in southern Bedouin town, latest victim of Arab community violence
26-year-old declared dead after being brought to Beersheba hospital; police suspect he was shot as part of family feud
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 05:14:07 +0000Jewish aid group: Afghan refugees face obstacles in US, community help is key
Challenge will continue for new arrivals in US, including finding housing and employment and getting work certification; but Jewish congregations' support can be crucial, HIAS says
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 03:31:55 +0000Meet the longtime Jewish activist behind this weekend’s voting rights marches
Vanessa Wruble, who withdrew from Women’s March due to antisemitism among leadership, is channeling activism in March On in favor of expanded US voting rights
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 02:39:38 +0000US says drone strike kills alleged planner of Kabul airport bombing
No details given on identity of target; US presses ahead with evacuation as thousands continue effort to flee Taliban; France completes departure of citizens
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 01:42:44 +0000Amsterdam to return Kandinsky painting to Jewish family following public outcry
'Painting with Houses,' worth $22 million, was acquired from a Jewish family under duress during the Holocaust
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 01:17:17 +0000A Yiddish retreat in upstate NY unites ‘mamaloshen’ enthusiasts young and old
The Workers Circle's Trip to Yiddishland is a week-long celebration of language, culture, art, music and dance, with dedicated attendees aged 8 to 92
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 00:43:04 +0000Harvard University elects Jewish head chaplain — who doesn’t believe in God
Greg Epstein has been a humanist chaplain at prestigious school since 2005, will now lead team of more than 40 chaplains, representing 20 religions
Sat, 28 Aug 2021 00:01:11 +0000How dangerous is ‘ISIS K,’ the Islamic State offshoot in Afghanistan?
Inspired by Islamic State in Syria and Iraq, a group of several hundred disgruntled Pakistani Taliban fighters has grown into one of the more dangerous terror threats globally
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 23:23:44 +0000Polish art show defies ‘cancel culture’ but faces criticism for antisemitism
Exhibition meant to showcase artists shunned for political work, but includes Swedish provocateur who left swastikas and boxes labeled 'Zyklon B' outside a synagogue
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 23:03:51 +0000Biden raised reopening of Jerusalem consulate, opposition to evictions, with PM
In call with US Jewish leaders, senior administration official present during Oval Office meet says US president told Bennett he plans to reopen de facto mission to Palestinians