Hasidic pop singer signs up for IDF’s new ultra-Orthodox combat brigadeScion of a Hasidic dynasty who embraced a career in popular music announces his plans to join the Israeli military, enlisting in the new ultra-Orthodox combat brigade. November 5, 2024
Over 150 NY Marathon runners show solidarity with Israeli hostagesThe 'Run for their Lives' group wore t-shirts with pictures of five who were marathon runners themselves. November 4, 2024
Jewish man severely wounded in Brooklyn stabbing attack as perpetrator remains at largeAntisemitic incidents accounted for a striking 65 percent of all felony hate crime incidents in New York City last year. October 30, 2024
Ivanka Trump shares holiday message for SukkotFormer president and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's daughter shares a special Sukkot holiday message. October 20, 2024
16th century Hebrew Bible stolen by Nazis returned to its ownersThe Di Gara Text was discovered after being put up for sale on a rare books-dealing site. October 15, 2024
‘We love you’ – NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal shares Hebrew-filled message for survivors of October 7th invasionFormer basketball star Shaquille O'Neal offers his support to survivors of the October 7th invasion and bereaved relatives of victims. August 20, 2024
Orthodox and secular Israeli parties mulling alliance to bar Jews from the Temple Mount- reportCoalition and Opposition parties reportedly considering temporary alliance to push bill banning Jews from the Temple Mount, after government minister visited the holy site. August 14, 2024
Defying Netanyahu, Israeli minister prays on Temple MountIsrael's National Security Minister prays on Temple Mount during Tisha B'Av fast, declares his ministry permits Jewish prayer on the holy site, drawing rebuke from Prime Minister Netanyahu. August 13, 2024
UK rabbi jailed for ‘illegal’ circumcisionLondon-based rabbi refused bail after being arrested in Dublin for performing 'illegal' circumcision on a Jewish boy. August 2, 2024
‘We can win this war,’ Netanyahu tells Chabad rabbis'The Lubavitcher rebbe called me the ambassador of the Jewish people,' Netanyahu tells Chabad emissaries, says Israel is 'winning the war' against Hamas. July 11, 2024
For the first time ever, Israel has no chief rabbisBoth of Israel's chief rabbis step down at end of their 10-year terms with no successors appointed, leaving the rabbinate without top leadership. July 4, 2024
Thousands attend Kosherpalooza food festival in a show of ‘Jewish unity and pride’In the middle of the Meadowlands Expo Center, Kosherpalooza organizers had set up an area where attendees could 'Hug a Chayal,' which is the Hebrew word for soldier. June 2, 2024
Netanyahu marks Israel’s Memorial Day by donning tefillinIsrael's secular prime minister dons tefillin, sharing a photograph of himself with the ritual Jewish items on social media. May 12, 2024
IDF soldier carries bloodstained WWII prayer shawl into battle in GazaMatan Peleg, chairman of the Zionist group Im Tirtzu, carries his great-grandfather's bloodstained prayer shawl, taken from battle against the Nazis, into Gaza. May 8, 2024
Eden Golan prepares for Eurovision in Malmo under heavy securityThe Israeli singer said the rehearsal atmosphere is one of 'good vibes,' even while security in Malmo has been increased to unprecedented levels. May 7, 2024
Undeterred by Iranian attack, 122 Israeli orphans celebrate Bar Mitzvah together at Western WallAmid wars with Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, mass Bar Mitzvah celebration held for 122 orphans in the Old City of Jerusalem. April 17, 2024
Eurovision under fire again for allowing Israel’s participationIsrael revised its song entry twice due to criticism that some lyrics were 'political,' but many are protesting its very presence in the contest. April 11, 2024
Yeshiva dean has first son at age 88Ultra-Orthodox yeshiva celebrates birth of dean's first son at age 88. March 11, 2024
Pearl Berg, the world’s oldest Jew, dies at 114 years oldShe was born on Oct. 1, 1909, in Evansville, Indiana. February 8, 2024
Ben Shapiro raps about his yarmulke, disses Woke Left in chart-topping rap songThe famed conservative Jewish commentator who panned rap years ago joins singer MacDonald to take aim at the Woke Left. January 30, 2024
‘Law and Order’ episode highlights tensions over Hamas-Israel warThe opening episode of the veteran TV show tried to portray both sides during a fictional murder case in what critics deemed an 'ambitious' effort. January 22, 2024
NBA star shares message in Hebrew to Israeli actor wounded in GazaWashington Wizards forward shows off Hebrew message to wounded Fauda actor. January 10, 2024
Mayim Bialik will no longer host JeopardyMayim Bialik was absent from the show for several months which sparked speculation about whether she would be returning. December 17, 2023
‘Global shortage of tefillin, mezuzahs,’ amid ‘Jewish awakening of the soul,’ Chabad saysMore than 86% of Chabad centers have seen increases in attendance and a 98.6% increase in personal daily practices relating to Judaism. November 9, 2023
WATCH: Jewish Major League Baseball players call on fans to stand with IsraelJewish baseball players join together to call on fans to support Israel and unite against antisemitism. October 20, 2023
‘My heart is breaking from these attacks’ – Hollywood celebrities come out in support of IsraelCelebrities from Seinfeld to Madonna lining up in support of Israel after Hamas invasion. October 10, 2023
WATCH: The secrets of underground Jewish tombs in Rome revealedRoman catacombs tell the story of Jewish life after the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. October 4, 2023
WATCH: Tens of Thousands gather for Priestly Blessing at Western WallThousands gathered at the Western Wall as heavy rains hit many parts of the country. October 2, 2023
‘Cynical’: Israel slams UN vote to list Jericho as World Heritage Site in ‘Palestine’'This is not only an insult to Jews, but also an insult to Christians around the world who admire the site for its biblical history,' writes Likud MK. September 17, 2023
WATCH: Co-pilot sings with Jewish pilgrims enroute to Ukraine for Jewish New YearTens of thousands of Jews packed the Western Wall Plaza in the Old City of Jerusalem in the wee hours of Friday morning, ahead of Rosh Hashana, for 'selichot' prayers. September 17, 2023
WATCH: Palestinians say al-Aqsa is in danger as over 50,000 pray at Western Wall on eve of Jewish New YearTens of thousands of Jews packed the Western Wall Plaza in the Old City of Jerusalem in the wee hours of Friday morning, ahead of Rosh Hashana, for 'selichot' prayers. September 15, 2023
Netflix acquires rights to TV series on Israel’s Border PoliceEight-episode Israeli series stars Israeli singer Shlomi Shabat and comedian and actor Shalom Michaelshvili. September 13, 2023
Lab-grown meat is kosher, declares Orthodox UnionWhether cultured-cell meat can be considered pareve and eaten with milk is a separate, and controversial, issue. By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News The largest kashruth certification agency in the worl... September 11, 2023
Ancient Jewish city to be labeled a ‘Palestinian’ heritage site by UNESCO'This is not only an insult to Jews, but also an insult to Christians around the world who admire the site for its biblical history,' writes Likud MK. September 3, 2023
Helen Mirren: Israel must last foreverThe acclaimed actress has been a lover of the Jewish state for years. August 31, 2023
Saddam Hussein’s Jewish treasures: Professor reveals details about archive'We knew they were gathering intelligence about Israel, but we had no idea there was a distinct division for Jews,' says professor. August 28, 2023
‘Jewface’ controversy: Star’s fake nose defended by family of late composerThe children of film's subject say complaints are 'disingenuous attempts to bring a successful person down a notch.' August 17, 2023
2,000-year-old synagogue, one of world’s oldest, discovered in RussiaThe synagogue appears to have stood during the era of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. August 16, 2023
Gal Gadot – It’s time for a female Jason BourneThe actress who played Wonder Woman wants to take spy thrillers to the next level, with female leads. August 9, 2023
Saudi Arabia, other ME countries, delay Barbie opening over LGBT themesThe film may not be screened at all in countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, or Egypt, since edits to LGBT themes are unlikely to be accepted by the studio. August 6, 2023
Pee-wee Herman’s father was founding member of Israeli Air ForceDeceased actor Paul Reubens, who created the iconic character, is inextricably linked to Israel’s fight for independence through his father, pilot Milton Rubenfeld, who flew with Ezer Weizman. August 2, 2023
Explainer: Tisha b’Av, the saddest day on the Hebrew calendar, begins Wednesday eveningTonight begins the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, marking the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and the beginning of the millenia of suffering endured by the 'wandering Jew.' July 26, 2023
Israel’s soccer squad going to the Olympics for the first time since 1976The blue-and-whites were assured a place even before their semifinal game in the European Championships on Wednesday. July 4, 2023
Gal Gadot becomes first Israeli actor to receive a star on Hollywood’s Walk of FameThe Wonder Woman of the 21st century is the first Israeli actress to receive the honor. June 27, 2023
Popular comedian, opening act for Seinfeld, always brings his ‘tefillin’ alongStand-up comedian Mark Schiff, a religious Jew, also writes articles inspiring readers with traditional values. By World Israel News Staff Veteran stand-up comedian Mark Schiff, an observant Jew, has not... June 27, 2023
Oceangate CEO’s wife descended from famous Jewish Titanic passengersWendy Rush is a great-great-granddaughter of Isidor and Ida Straus, who perished on the Titanic. June 22, 2023
JUDAISM 101: Why is This US police force getting lesson in Shabbat observance?In two hours, officers learned about common situations that might arise with Shabbat-related interactions. June 22, 2023
First annual Jewish comic book convention comes to New York City'JewCE is designed to be an inclusive convention, celebrating an industry largely created by Members of the Tribe, and promoting diverse Jewish narratives in comics and graphic novel.' June 13, 2023
Donald Trump celebrates granddaughter’s bat mitzvah, plans ‘sweetest birthday party’Arabella Kushner’s mother ,Ivanka, thanked her father on Instagram for helping the family celebrate the milestone event. June 13, 2023
Israel is more marriage-minded than the US, says Jewish matchmakerAleeza Ben Shalom is a mother of five from a small town in northern Israel. She’s also the star of one of the most talked about Netflix shows. June 6, 2023
11-year-old Druze girl takes 2nd place in Jerusalem Bible quiz'I love the Bible,' said Mira Husaisi, who hopes to compete in the international Bible competition when she’s a little older. May 31, 2023
WATCH: The rabbi who knows the secret formula of Coca ColaRabbi Yerachmiel Morrison, the rabbinic coordinator of Orthodox Union Kosher, will not give away any secrets. May 8, 2023
Brown University project is digitizing 10,000 ancient Israel inscriptionsThe texts inform about Jewish women philanthropists, Roman roads and the impact of the Bar Kokhba War, says professor Michael Satlow, who directs the project. May 4, 2023
Barbra Streisand to receive ‘Jewish Nobel’ awardThe Genesis Foundation is honoring the famed singer, actress, director and activist in celebration of its 10th anniversary. May 2, 2023
WATCH: Japanese celebrate Israel’s independence by singing famous Hebrew songsChristians from Japan and Hawaii came together to show love and support for Israel. April 26, 2023
‘From every floor, from every window:’ Remembering the Warsaw Ghetto UprisingThe energy and the intensity shown by the 700 poorly armed young Jewish fighters reflected the understanding, deep in their hearts, that the battle for the ghetto was not ultimately one in which they would prevail. April 16, 2023
Passover ‘Guide for the Perplexed’ – explainerThe Jewish festival of Passover begins this year on Wednesday night. Former Israeli ambassador to the U.S. Yoram Ettinger explains what the holiday is all about. April 7, 2023
‘What a magical day’: Daughter of music celebrity Lionel Richie converts to JudaismModel Sofia Richie made her career on the runways of such fashion designers as Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel, and has appeared in ads for well-known brands Adidas and Tommy Hilfiger, among others. April 4, 2023
Social media influencer uses her online platforms to educate millions on HolocaustSinger-songwriter and actress Montana Tucker is tapping into the power of social media to teach the next generation about the Holocaust. March 31, 2023
BURST OF EMOTION: Protester in ultra-Orthodox neighborhood moved to tearsOne of the protesters against the judicial reform who attended the demonstration in the ultra-Orthodox B’nei Brak suburb of Tel Aviv was moved to tears by the Shabbat songs playing on loudspeakers on Thursday n... March 24, 2023
