Lila Yonaty
Lila Yonaty Today, we are proud to shine a spotlight on Lila Yonaty, one of three graduating seniors who have played a vital role in leading Federation’s Student to Student (STS) program. STS is an initiative that brings Jewish high school students into classrooms to...The Sacred Art of Hosting
The Sacred Art of Hosting By Miriam Abramovich One of my greatest joys in life is hosting others in my home. Whether it’s a holiday dinner, a Shabbat meal, or a Sunday brunch, I find deep pleasure in the preparation of food and space. But more than the cooking...Pink Rose Wine Cake
Pink Rose Wine Cake By: Robin Kurss They say that “April showers bring May flowers”. We just returned from a family trip to Mexico, and may I say that EVERY dish and drink presented was decorated with them! It was a beautiful sight to behold! Just make sure that the...Jewish Friendships: A Foundation of Strength, Trust, and Protection
Jewish Friendships: A Foundation of Strength, Trust, and Protection By Susan DeMari When considering a topic for my new Jewish Thought, I was repeatedly drawn to a heartfelt saying etched in a dish atop my dresser—a cherished gift from a dear friend:...Maggie Early
Maggie Early Today we cast our spotlight on Maggie Early, newly named President of Mesnekoff Funeral Home, Inc. Maggie’s path to her current position has been a winding one that intersected with the Jewish community at every turn. The single mother of three daughters...
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- What I learned about American Jews while collecting Judaica for LA fire victims April 15, 2025Donations to a Judaica drive told an American tale of resilience and mutual aid, according to an organizer. -- The post What I learned about American Jews while collecting Judaica for LA fire victims appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Rachel Steinhardt
- Israelis can no longer enter the Maldives after Palestinian-solidarity ban goes into effect April 15, 2025“The Maldives reaffirms its resolute solidarity with the Palestinian cause,” said President Mohamed Muizzu. -- The post Israelis can no longer enter the Maldives after Palestinian-solidarity ban goes into effect appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Philissa Cramer
- Jewish family on way to Passover seder killed in NY plane crash April 15, 2025One of the victims, Karenna Groff, played for team USA at the 2019 European Maccabi Games. -- The post Jewish family on way to Passover seder killed in NY plane crash appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- Harvard defends its response to antisemitism in rejecting White House demands April 15, 2025The school's Jewish president says the White House seeks to control "intellectual conditions" on campus, not fight antisemitism. -- The post Harvard defends its response to antisemitism in rejecting White House demands appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- ‘Death to Israel’ scrawled on Northwestern University building during Passover April 15, 2025“Antisemitic acts cannot and will not be tolerated at Northwestern," the school's Jewish president said after the graffiti spree. -- The post ‘Death to Israel’ scrawled on Northwestern University building during Passover appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- Eyeing an escape route in the Trump era, these American Jews are moving to Canada April 15, 2025Changing tides in the United States have some new Canadian residents thinking about Europe in the 1930s, and doubting Trump's promises to right antisemitism. -- The post Eyeing an escape route in the Trump era, these American Jews are moving to Canada appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Andrew Lapin
- US Jewish voting surges in Zionist election, with ballots open through May 4 April 15, 2025At a time of heightened antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment, American Jews have been voting in record numbers in an election that will help determine how billions of dollars in Israel-related funding will be spent. The election for the World Zionist Congress, held every five years, provides the only democratic mechanism that gives Diaspora Jews a […]Debra Rubin
- Pro-Israel groups called for Mohsen Mahdawi’s deportation. He was arrested at a citizenship interview. April 15, 2025"As we said," Betar tweeted as the news of Mahdawi's arrest broke. -- The post Pro-Israel groups called for Mohsen Mahdawi’s deportation. He was arrested at a citizenship interview. appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Philissa Cramer
- Language apps are putting Hebrew school in teens’ back pockets. But do they work? April 14, 2025Duolingo and its rivals offer free, readily accessible ways to engage with Hebrew. -- The post Language apps are putting Hebrew school in teens’ back pockets. But do they work? appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Harry Dweck
- Man arrested after Penn. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home is firebombed hours after Passover seder April 14, 2025"We celebrated our faith last night proudly, and in a few hours we will celebrate our second seder of Passover," Shapiro said on Sunday. -- The post Man arrested after Penn. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home is firebombed hours after Passover seder appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.JTA Staff