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Jewish and Israeli News
The Jerusalem Post
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IDF finds, dismantles explosives hidden in West Bank schoolon April 21, 2026 at 2:44 pm -
WATCH: US intercepts ‘stateless sanctioned’ vessel in Indo-Pacific area, enforcing Iran sanctionson April 21, 2026 at 2:39 pm
The Pentagon confirmed a US military boarding of the stateless M/T Tifani, a vessel tied to Iranian smuggling activity, as part of global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks.
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Outrage after Kyrgyz hotel displays antisemitic ‘Jews not allowed’ signon April 21, 2026 at 2:31 pm
The sign appeared on the Villa Hotel in the city of Osh. The hotel opened just three weeks ago.
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Two Druze Remembrance Day ceremony attendees accuse gov’t of ‘baseless promises, destroying homes’on April 21, 2026 at 2:29 pm
“The Druze have fought for the state, and will continue to fight for their rights in their country,” Sheikh Mowafaq Tarif said. “The state must carry the burden of proof and action.”
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Beyond the Headlines: Odelia’s thank you list – opinionon April 21, 2026 at 2:15 pm
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.
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A bitter reflection on Independence Day as Israel celebrates its 78th anniversary – opinionon April 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm
If one cares about Israel’s existence as a liberal democratic state, a change must take place in the approaching general election.
The Times of Israel
News from Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish World
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
The Global Jewish News Source
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Israeli Culture Club flyers ended up in a urinal. Now the school board president is facing calls to resign.by Grace Gilson on April 21, 2026 at 12:39 pmThe incident in Scarsdale, New York, has drawn national attention. — The post Israeli Culture Club flyers ended up in a urinal. Now the school board president is facing calls to resign. appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Rachel Goldberg-Polin doesn’t know if you can handle her painby Philissa Cramer on April 21, 2026 at 9:00 amThe mother of Hersh, an Israeli hostage who was murdered in Gaza, tells her story in “When We See You Again.” — The post Rachel Goldberg-Polin doesn’t know if you can handle her pain appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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At soldiers’ graves, the rows keep growing: Israel’s Memorial Day is shaped by new lossby Deborah Danan on April 20, 2026 at 9:17 pm“Every day is Memorial Day for us,” said a mother whose son was killed in 2024. — The post At soldiers’ graves, the rows keep growing: Israel’s Memorial Day is shaped by new loss appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney generalby Andrew Lapin on April 20, 2026 at 9:10 pmThe nominating convention also saw deep divides over Israel. — The post Michigan Democrats nominate Eli Savit, progressive Jewish prosecutor, for state attorney general appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Rahm Emanuel joins calls for end to US ‘financial aid’ to Israelby Grace Gilson on April 20, 2026 at 8:41 pm“The days of taxpayers subsidizing Israel militarily, that’s over,” said the Jewish former mayor of Chicago (and onetime IDF volunteer). — The post Rahm Emanuel joins calls for end to US ‘financial aid’ to Israel appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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End of an era as Central Park bench is dedicated to Israeli hostagesby New York Jewish Week Staff on April 20, 2026 at 6:26 pmPlus, parents call for school board president in Scarsdale, NY to resign over anti-Israel incident. — The post End of an era as Central Park bench is dedicated to Israeli hostages appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
Jewish Thought and Education
My Jewish Learning
Judaism & Jewish Life
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Menachot 100by dfriedman on April 21, 2026 at 9:00 amA mishnah on today’s daf discusses the timing for arranging and burning the bowls of frankincense, that are set alongside … The post Menachot 100 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Menachot 99by dfriedman on April 20, 2026 at 9:00 amMy Moroccan Jewish father-in-law insisted that there should always be a loaf of bread on the table at meals. On … The post Menachot 99 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Yom Hazikaron: Israel’s Memorial Dayby MJL Admin on April 20, 2026 at 2:06 amEvery year Israel marks Yom HaZikaron, a day to remember Israeli soldiers who have fallen in battle. For 24 hours the nation mourns its heroes, and at 11 am the entire country observes a two-minute standstill of all traffic and daily activities. The post Yom Hazikaron: Israel’s Memorial Day appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Menachot 98by dfriedman on April 19, 2026 at 9:00 amOn today’s daf, the Gemara quotes a mishnah (Middot 1:3) that states there was an image of the city of … The post Menachot 98 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Menachot 97by dfriedman on April 17, 2026 at 9:01 amA mishnah on yesterday’s daf painted an intricate picture of an apparatus built over the golden table for displaying the … The post Menachot 97 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Menachot 96by dfriedman on April 17, 2026 at 9:00 amThe showbread, which was displayed continuously in the Temple, was always placed on a special table opposite the menorah. According … The post Menachot 96 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
Blogs
Deborah Fripp’s Blog on The Times of Israel
Union for Reform Judaism Posts
Jewish Learning
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URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtualby Anonymous on March 11, 2026 at 5:52 pm
URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtual Class Type: Introduction to Judaism Anonymous (not verified) March 11, 2026 Congregation or Community Name: Union for Reform Judaism Class Dates: May 7, 2026 – October 25, 2026 Class Meeting Time: Thursdays, 8:00 – 9:30 PM Number of Sessions: 20 sessions URJ Introduction to Judaism is an engaging 20-session online course for adults interested in exploring a modern take on Jewish life.
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URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtualby Anonymous on March 11, 2026 at 5:49 pm
URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtual Class Type: Introduction to Judaism Anonymous (not verified) March 11, 2026 Congregation or Community Name: Union for Reform Judaism Class Dates: May 3, 2026 – October 25, 2026 Class Meeting Time: Sundays, 8:00 – 9:30 PM Number of Sessions: 20 sessions URJ Introduction to Judaism is an engaging 20-session online course for adults interested in exploring a modern take on Jewish life.
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URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtualby Anonymous on March 11, 2026 at 5:21 pm
URJ Introduction to Judaism – Virtual Class Type: Introduction to Judaism Anonymous (not verified) March 11, 2026 Congregation or Community Name: Union for Reform Judaism Class Dates: May 3, 2026 – October 25, 2026 Class Meeting Time: Sundays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Number of Sessions: 20 sessions URJ Introduction to Judaism is an engaging 20-session online course for adults interested in exploring a modern take on Jewish life.
Israel
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Israel in Depthby Anonymous on April 7, 2026 at 8:42 pm
Israel in Depth During this experience, our experts, educators, and presenters, will offer workshops that address Israel education, Israeli- Palestinian relationships, Reform Movement partnerships, Organizing/Advocacy, and Thought Leadership on Israel, Zionism, and Jewish Peoplehood. Anonymous (not verified) April 7, 2026 Read more about Israel in Depth
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Reform Zionism: A Sacred Responsibilityby urjadmin on March 26, 2026 at 8:08 pmReform Zionism: A Sacred Responsibility urjadmin March 26, 2026 Israel Image: Reform Zionism calls us into relationship with Israel in its most vulnerable moments. It asks us not to watch from a distance, but to share in the responsibility of building and protecting the Jewish state.
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Showing Up: Israel’s Culture of Volunteerismby jemerman on March 25, 2026 at 8:03 pmShowing Up: Israel’s Culture of Volunteerism jemerman March 25, 2026 Yallah! Israel Image: In the wake of October 7, Israel’s deeply rooted culture of volunteerism transforms crisis into collective care, inspiring individuals to turn compassion into action and community connection.
Jewish Holidays
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A Man at the Doorby jemerman on April 8, 2026 at 4:18 pmA Man at the Door jemerman April 8, 2026 Holocaust Image: This poem imagines a child experiencing the Holocaust and urges us to stand against injustice.
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Students Showcase Jewish Values in Action at L’Takenby urjadmin on March 13, 2026 at 6:07 pmStudents Showcase Jewish Values in Action at L’Taken urjadmin March 13, 2026 Passover Image: Four teens from Temple Isaiah in Lafayette, CA attended L’Taken and urged their representatives to pass the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act to defend immigrants and refugees throughout the United States.
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A Cry for Dignity and Freedomby jemerman on March 9, 2026 at 2:05 pmA Cry for Dignity and Freedom jemerman March 9, 2026 Introduction to Judaism Image: Passover celebrates freedom and dignity, teaching us to use our voices today.