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Prominent German cantor and opera singer is killed in what police say was a family dispute

Munich’s Beth Shalom congregation seeks donations for cantor Nikola David’s family after his killing by his son, sparking community grief.

By TOBY AXELROD/JTA
13/08/2024

Toronto police seek Scream mask vandal for anti-Israel graffiti at Jewish sites

In footage released by police, a person in a Ghostface mask spray painted a sign before fleeing the scene. The suspect is the lone suspect in several incidents in the cities of Vaughan and Markham.

Toronto synagogue, school signs set on fire

Signs at a synagogue and Jewish school in Toronto were set on fire Wednesday, suspected to be hate-motivated arsons by a motorcyclist.

Antisemitism in France set to become the new norm, with 100 incidents monthly

Post-October 7, antisemitism is becoming a norm in France, with around 100 incidents monthly, mostly street attacks and harassment.

‘The flood is coming': Threatening pro-Hamas graffiti left near Calgary synagogue

The Calgary Federation said on social media that the reference emphasized an “insidious” intent to intimidate the community.

Rouen synagogue arson: Community faces ongoing antisemitism and trauma despite repair efforts

Following a May arson attack on the Rouen Synagogue, the Jewish community faces ongoing antisemitism and trauma, despite repair efforts.

Archeologists rediscover Vilna's lost Jewish heritage

Archaeologists uncover the Great Synagogue of Vilna's ornate floors and monumental pillars, revealing Lithuania's vibrant Jewish past.

Azerbaijan: A journey through Baku’s modern marvels and ancient Jewish heritage

Discover Azerbaijan’s rich history and culture, from Baku’s vibrant architecture to ancient Jewish heritage and local traditions.

By DAVID ZEV HARRIS , MARK GORDON
21/07/2024

Workers uncover remains of a synagogue destroyed by Nazis in Poland

"We knew there was a synagogue there, but we didn't know if something was preserved underground since nothing was showing above ground," Polish historian Sebastian Rakowski said.

Ablaze: Arson attack damages Russian synagogue

Russian Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar expressed concern to the CIS Federation, which he said came under the same context as recent terrorist attacks in the Russian Republic of Dagestan.

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