A synagogue that survived the Palisades fire has become a ‘refuge’ for many who lost their homes
Kehillat Israel Reconstructionist Congregation in Pacific Palisades, California, as it appeared in May 2024. (Google Maps)
By Philissa Cramer
January 10, 2025
(JTA) — Two blocks away:...
Jewish community springs into action as devastating Los Angeles-area fires widen
The Pasadena Jewish Temple & Center smolders after burning in the Eaton Fire in Pasadena, California, Jan. 8, 2025. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
By Philissa Cramer
January...
Jewish expert on Egypt to join National Security Council as Middle East director
Eric Trager speaks during a 2017 event about religious minorities in Egypt. (Screenshot from YouTube)
By Philissa Cramer
January 8, 2025
(JTA) — Eric Trager, a Jewish...
Bedouin father taken hostage on Oct. 7 found dead in Gaza; evidence suggests son was also killed
Posters calling for the return of four members of the Bedouin Ziadna family from Rahat who were kidnapped on Oct. 7, 2023, were written...
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader who was convicted of Holocaust denial, dies at 96
French far-right party Front National founder and honorary president Jean-Marie Le Pen looks on at the foot of a statue of Joan of Arc...