‘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 Year Tens 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 Year Tens 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 Police Eight-episode Israeli series stars Israeli singer Shlomi Shabat and comedian and actor Shalom Michaelshvili. September 13, 2023
Lab-grown meat is kosher, declares Orthodox Union Whether 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 forever The 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 composer The 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 Russia The 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 Bourne The 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 themes The 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 Force Deceased 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 evening Tonight 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 1976 The 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 Fame The 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’ along Stand-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 passengers Wendy 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 matchmaker Aleeza 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 Cola Rabbi 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 inscriptions The 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’ award The 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 songs Christians 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 Uprising The 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’ – explainer The 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 Judaism Model 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 Holocaust Singer-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 tears One 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
World’s oldest Hebrew Bible going up for auction, expected to sell for over $30 million Thousand-year-old Hebrew Bible - the oldest known copy in existence - to go on display in Tel Aviv, before auction; expected price of at least $30 million. March 22, 2023
Chaim Topol of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ fame dies at 87 “The story of Chaim Topol’s life has been sealed but I am certain that his contribution to Israeli culture will live on for generations,” says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. March 9, 2023
WATCH: Jews around the world are celebrating Purim – what’s the deeper message? ILTV chats with Rabbi Ariel Konstantyn, founding rabbi of the Tel Aviv Synagogue, to learn more about Purim and why we celebrate it. March 7, 2023
Purim Guide for the Perplexed 2023 – explainer Purim is a Jewish national liberation holiday – just like Passover and Chanukah - which highlights optimism and the transition of the Jewish people from subjugation to liberty. March 6, 2023
In time for Purim: Inscription bearing name of King Ahasuerus’s father found in Israel Persian King Darius the Great’s name was found on a 2,500-year-old potsherd in Tel Lachish. March 1, 2023
Israeli Chief Rabbi: Earthquake rescue teams should work through Jewish Sabbath Chief Rabbi David Lau invokes 'pikuach nefesh' to override Sabbath prohibitions, urges Israeli rescue teams in Turkey to continue operations on Jewish holy day. February 10, 2023
Israeli Embassy and Indian Jews mark Tu B’Shevat holiday with ancient ceremony Israel’s embassy in India marked the holiday of Tu B’Shevat with a festive Malida ceremony on Monday. February 6, 2023
Jewish prayer item can help prevent heart attacks – study Men - and women - who wear phylacteries, called tefillin, while praying, also have a better chance of mitigating heart injury if they do have an attack. January 24, 2023
Lab-grown meat is kosher, Israel’s Chief Rabbi rules 'Cultured meat' created in labs from cow cells is kosher, is not considered 'meat' for purposes of Jewish law, says Israeli Chief Rabbi David Lau. January 21, 2023
Technology proves existence of ancient Kingdom of Israel The full text of the Mesha Stele’s glorification of a Moabite victory over the “House of David” was discovered through the use of a computer imaging technique. January 19, 2023
WATCH: Former Israeli Supreme Court chief justice dons tefillin Aharon Barak, former chief justice of Israel's Supreme Court who led the judicial revolution of the 1990s, meets with haredi journalist Aryeh Ehrlich, and puts on tefillin. January 13, 2023
Large cache of Holocaust-era Judaica discovered during renovation work in Lodz Some 400 objects, including menorahs, kiddush cups and silver-plated cutlery had been stashed underground by their Jewish owners, who never returned for them. January 10, 2023
Orthodox woman who married Muslim man ‘by mistake’ obtains divorce – or was he actually Jewish? The Orthodox woman discovered her husband's Muslim identity only after the marriage. January 8, 2023
Israel’s Ofra Haza makes Rolling Stone’s list of top 200 singers of all time Known as 'the Israeli Madonna,' Ofra Haza was an international hit by the 1980s and famously sang on the Prince of Egypt movie soundtrack. January 4, 2023
PRESIDENT HERZOG: ‘On a menorah with eight candles, there is room for us all’ On Monday, the first day of Chanukah, Israeli President Isaac Herzog sent holiday greetings to Jews around the world, stressing that "we are all being asked to recall what keeps us whole and committed to our ow... December 19, 2022
Israeli cast in Morocco performs first Hebrew play in Arab country As ties warm with Israel, Hebrew play written by Israel's fifth president performed in Morocco. December 13, 2022
Walmart yanks ‘chic’ scarves mimicking Jewish prayer shawl from eCommerce site Walmart's eCommerce site sparks controversy for selling replica of holy Jewish prayer object as a towel. November 30, 2022
Leonard Cohen’s IDF tour during Yom Kippur war to become TV series 'I came to raise their spirits, and they raised mine,' Cohen said while performing for troops in the desert. November 29, 2022
Thanksgiving reaffirms the 400-year-old US-Israel connection, says former ambassador In honor of this year's Thanksgiving holiday, Yoram Ettinger explains the centuries-old bond between America and the Jewish state. November 24, 2022
WATCH: Hasidic superstar stays grounded – how does he do it? 'It doesn't overtake my entire life," 33-year-old hasidic rock star Shulem Lemmer discusses his lifestyle and his successful career. November 7, 2022
WATCH: Festive Sukkot celebration in Hebron Thousands of Jews celebrated the Sukkot festival outside of the Tomb of the Patriarchs and Matriarchs in the Judean city of Hebron - the first Jewish capital city - on Wednesday. October 13, 2022
WATCH: Tens of Thousands gather for Priestly Blessing at Western Wall This year, worshippers are also marking the end of the 'shmita', the year during which agricultural land lay fallow. October 12, 2022
WATCH: Thousands attend Yom Kippur service in Tel Aviv’s Dizengoff Square Thousands of people packed Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Square for the final Yom Kippur service, called Ne'ilah, ad the blowing of the shofar on Wednesday. October 5, 2022
Japan and the Jews: Israeli exhibit explores Jewish history from Japanese perspective Museum general director Yotam Yakir, whose parents survived the Holocaust, said the exhibit holds deep personal meaning for him. September 28, 2022
WATCH: Jewish New Year Greetings from Israeli President Herzog In honor of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year 5783, President Isaac Herzog has released a festive greeting to Jewish communities around the world. September 25, 2022
Sign of the messiah? Five red heifers, eligible for ‘purification,’ arrive in Israel A Christian evangelical farmer donated the cows, which rabbis ruled as eligible for a biblical purification rite that allows service in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. September 20, 2022
WATCH: Jews visit Temple Mount en masse on Tisha b’Av As of 9 a.m. Sunday morning, over 1,000 Jews had visited the Temple Mount since the day began. Hundreds more are seen standing in line waiting for their turn. August 7, 2022
‘American Jews think they are Christians without Jesus,’ says professor 'For many Jews in the U.S., to be a Jew means to uphold the Golden Rule and embrace the BDS paradigm of Jewish identity: Bagels, davening and Seinfeld.' August 4, 2022
