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The Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center burns during the Eaton fire in Pasadena on Jan. 7.

One thing after another, we can’t catch a break

The news and the images of the fiery destruction that has consumed parts of the Los Angeles area are startling and devastating. We recognize the fear and anxiety being experienced throughout the … more

By Rabbi Moshe Hauer, Orthodox Union Executive VP | 1/15/25

Floodgates keeping antisemitism under wraps broke on Oct. 7, 2023. Pro-Hamas, anti-Israel and anti-Jewish rallies exploded around the world after Hamas’ mass murder, rape, mutilation and kidnapping of Jews, including this rally in Times Square on Oct. 9, 2023.

Half the world hates us

A new survey released by the Anti-Defamation League shows nearly half of the global population holds elevated levels of antisemitic attitudes. The Global 100 poll found that an … more

By Mike Wagenheim, JNS | 1/15/25

The Jewish Star covers tell the story of the Jewish people and the Jewish state: Oct 2023 thru Dec 2024

The covers of The Jewish Star tell the story of the Jewish people and the Jewish state. Over covers from October 2023 thru December 2024 are published in this week's print edition in a 4-page pull-out section. In the new year, The Jewish Star remains committed to delivering honest reporting that is Torah-true. more

By Ed Weintrob, Editor and Publisher | 1/9/25

Marc Moshe Bodner, above left, and Jeff Eisenberg hosted this year’s Oct. 7 remembrance event at the Israel Chesed Center in Hewlett, which they founded to support Israel Defense Forces members and displaced Israeli families.

Nassau Herald names Israel Chesed Center's Marc Moshe Bodner, Jeff Eisenberg as 'People of the Year'

In the wake of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel, two local entrepreneurs turned personal pain into purposeful support, creating a lifeline for Israeli soldiers, displaced families and a … more

By Parker Schug, LI Herald | 12/25/24

Assemblymember Stacey Pheffer Amato (right) congratulates Marilyn Wolowitz on her award.

550 at fundraiser boost Bikur Cohlim of Far Rockaway and Five Towns

The Bikur Cholim of Far Rockaway and the Five Towns annual Brunch drew 550 supporters to the White Shul on Sunday morning, Dec.15. In discussing the power of chesed, the keynote speaker, Rabbi … more

12/18/24

An image from Hadassah's Antisemitism Report.

Hadassah: Antisemitism touches everyday life

In the wake of rising antisemitism in the United States and around the world, two-thirds of Jewish women surveyed by Hadassah The Women’s Zionist Organization of America reported being impacted … more

12/11/24

Students at Darkaynu, a study-abroad program in Israel for young adults with special needs.

A year in Israel for your special needs child?

I remember the first time a student with special needs told me she wanted to study in Israel after high school. It was 24 years ago, and I was running a program for teens with special needs at Camp … more

By Elana Goldscheider | 12/11/24

Chabad rabbi’s murder puts peace at risk

The targeted killing of a peaceful religious leader is an exceptional and horrifying event whose adverse effects can ripple outward. That is all the truer when dealing with a situation as sensitive … more

By Melinda Strauss | 12/11/24

Chabad rabbis visit the Ohel in Queens, resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson, during the conference of Chabad Emissaries, on Nov. 29.

Facing terrorism, Chabad emissaries end world conference with renewed resolve

The annual International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries (Kinus Hashluchim) concluded with a closing ceremony celebrating the tapestry of Jewish life worldwide and reaffirming … more

By JNS.org and Chabad.org | 12/4/24

Chabad Class picture in Crown Heights

The annual “class picture” of Chabad rabbis took place Sunday morning at the 41st annual International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries, under the iconic … more

12/4/24