New York

Homeless man allegedly kills two, critically wounds one in stabbing spree in Manhattan

The first attack occurred around 8:20 a.m. in Chelsea when the attacker approached a 36-year-old construction worker outside 444 West 19th Street and stabbed him in the stomach.

Tribute in Light memorial

Over 20 years after September 11 attacks, victim’s family finally has remains to bury

The discovery of 700 bone fragments years after the attack opened new lines of investigation.

Discovering disappearing small-town Jewish communities in the US shows America's best

Small-town synagogues often function not just as religious institutions but as unique centers for education and community engagement.

By AUSTIN REID/JTA
16/11/2024

Davidai claims LEGO labelled 'Bring Them Home Now' figure a political symbol

Davidai asked that the LEGO figure have a black t-shirt with the yellow ribbon representing the hostages and the words 'bring them home' on it, the manager refused.

By YOAV SHUSTER
15/11/2024

Her Grace: Remembering “Her Serene Highness” Grace Kelly

Tuesday marked 95 years since the birth of Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly known as Hollywood star Grace Kelly.

How the NY Public Library acquired a ‘treasure trove’ of Jewish and Yiddish music

Netsky said he thinks the Yiddish theater music in the archive files is particularly valuable because it was maligned by the classical composers as shund (trash) and neglected.

By JON KALISH/JTA
12/11/2024

'Enough is enough!': Hasidic woman publicizes divorce battle

The rabbinical court gave Steinmetz ten days to provide a "get" or face excommunication, yet he refused and has not faced any repercussions since.

'Rage playdate': Anti-Zionist protesters gather with kids outside Sen. Schumer's home

Parents held signs saying, “Children say stop the genocide in Gaza,” while their young children colored in anti-Zionist, Gaza-themed coloring books. 

Anti-Israel protester indicted for hate crime for allegedly threatening Jewish man on subway

NY man indicted for antisemitic hate crime tied to protests over October 7 Nova music festival exhibit.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
08/11/2024

Tech leaders plan $800 Tel Aviv - New York return fares

DemocraTech announced it is holding talks to operate an airline between Israel and the US between January and March, intending to open it up to the general public.

By ASSAF GILEAD , STAV LIVNE/GLOBES/TNS
06/11/2024
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