New York

'We’ll continue hitting Hezbollah,' Netanyahu says upon landing in NY

"We will not stop until we achieve all our objectives, first and foremost the retune of the northern residents to their homes,” Netanyahu said.

Israel must be stripped of UN membership, Abbas tells General Assembly

“Israel, which refuses to implement United Nations resolutions, does not deserve to be a member of this international organization,” Abbas said.

Pulitzer winner Jhumpa Lahiri declines award over New York museum's keffiyeh ban

Jhumpa Lahiri declined the Isamu Noguchi Award after the museum fired employees for wearing keffiyeh scarves, symbolizing Palestinian solidarity.

By REUTERS
26/09/2024

New York Mayor Adams faces criminal indictment, vows to fight charges

Mayor Eric Adams anticipates federal charges from a corruption probe, declares innocence, and vows to remain in office despite calls to resign.

By REUTERS
26/09/2024

Greece and Turkey to explore maritime zone talks amid easing tensions

Greece and Turkey will explore talks on demarcating maritime zones to address long-standing disputes over territorial rights and resources.

By REUTERS
25/09/2024

Report ordered by Hochul calls for ‘overhaul’ of CUNY antisemitism policies

CUNY ordered to revamp policies as independent review reveals systemic failures in addressing campus antisemitism and discrimination.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
25/09/2024

Why writer Etgar Keret wants to get back to Israel as soon as he can

Israeli writer Etgar Keret reflects on war's toll, finding solace in small acts of kindness amid chaos.

By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
22/09/2024
  Passersby read notices for the funeral of the owner of Gottlieb's Restaurant in Williamsburg, Sept

Donald Trump’s Hasidic fans lament canceled Williamsburg campaign stop

Trump's Williamsburg visit has been canceled after the restaurant owner's death, leaving Hasidic supporters disappointed but understanding amid community buzz.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
20/09/2024

'Spaghetti straps and side curls': Ishay Ribo performs at sold-out Madison Square Garden

The artist honored the parents of Omer Neutra, an alumni of a Solomon Schechter school in Plainview, New York, who remains captive in Gaza today.

By SHANNA FULD
18/09/2024

Artist and physician Mark Podwal dies at 79

Mark Podwal, artist and physician, whose distinctive work adorned museums, synagogues, and opinion pages, will be remembered by his many admirers.

By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL/JTA
17/09/2024
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