Diaspora Jews

Leading by example: How NYC is shaping the fight against antisemitism - interview

"Keeping the Jewish community safe in NYC, and setting groundwork for the future, is the most important thing," said Rabbi Moshe Davis.

 Mayor Adams appointed a senior liaison in his Community Affairs Unit, Moshe Davis, as the first executive director of the office.
 Yigal Nisell, newly appointed CEO of Mosaic United, at the organization’s Jerusalem headquarters, June 2025.

Mosaic United taps veteran Jewish educator Yigal Nisell as new CEO

 A CIVIL lawsuit accusing BYU’s Jewish quarterback Jake Retzlaff of rape has been dismissed, though he now plans to transfer as he faces a possible seven-game suspension for violating the school’s honor code by admitting to premarital sex.

Jewish QB Jake Retzlaff cleared of civil rape allegations, eyes transfer amid BYU’s consensual sex

 Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan attends the second 3+3 Regional platform summit in Tehran, Iran, October 23, 2023.

Armenian lawmakers meet AIPAC as Yerevan condemns Israel, echoes Iranian talking points


When war breaks out, so do messages from friends of years past - comment

It's nice to know that someone out there is thinking about you and wishing you well.

 Illustrative.

Amid the weight of Israel's Hamas, Iran wars, adult Jews need 'camp' to let it go - opinion

For one delicious day, I could just let go and be. Be the Pam who likes to dance, the Pam who loves s’mores, the Pam who is not in charge of anyone or anything.

 TRYBAL GATHERING participants enjoy the silent disco at the day camp for NYC professionals.

The power of global Jewish solidarity during a time of war and uncertainty – opinion

A delegation of IDF soldiers was caught abroad in America during the Israel-Iran War. The local community's response to them proves the enduring strength of our worldwide Jewish family.

 AN IDF SOLDIER stands next to the remains of an Emad ballistic missile, days after an attack by Iran on Israel, in October, 2024.

US strike on Iran: A look at the ripple effect on American Jewry, antisemitism, Israel ties

The US's unprecedented strike on Iran raises serious questions about rising antisemitism in the US, the precarious state of US-Israel relations, and the security of American Jewish communities.

 CORY BOOKER (D-NJ) speaks at a House Democrats news conference in Washington, DC, in May 2025.

Israel Paves a Path, the Diaspora Should Follow

With Israel leading the fight against terror, Diaspora Jews must move from dependency to determination.

Israeli F-15 Eagles soar over Auschwitz, symbolizing Jewish resilience and the promise to protect the Jewish people.

June 22, 2025: Crisis response

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 Israeli money bills.

Birthright participants demonstrate resilience and a deep love of Israel amid Iran war - interview

These young adults showed that resilience is not just within the bones of the citizens of Israel, but within the blood of the Jewish people, wherever in the world they may be from. Am Yisrael Chai.

 Participants from the Birthright group in Mitzpe Ramon, June 2025.

As pro-Israel event in Texas canceled, US must stop bowing to jihadist threats

The event had already been relocated from its original Dallas venue after American, pro-Hamas, jihadist groups issued threats to “target” the Israel Summit.

 Texas State Troopers and Austin Police Department officials block the street as Pro-Palestinian activists march through downtown Austin, Texas, US, May 19, 2024

This week in Jewish history: Haganah formed in Israel, Google acquires Waze

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars – Today in Jewish History.

 THE WAZE app came out in 2013 (hence, the older-model smartphone pictured)

From campuses to combat zones, Rudy Rochman fights for Jewish unity

Whether it's confronting antisemitism at Columbia or fighting in Gaza, Rochman blends activism, empathy, and unapologetic Jewish pride

 Rudy Rochman, a vocal young activist of the Jewish community

Building a blue community: Democrats Abroad in Israel relaunches with new leadership - exclusive

"Being a Democrat is a way of life, a way of living," Chair Joe Meidan told the 'Post.' "It's much more than mobilizing people to the polls."

 Meidan and Vice Chair Chaya Houpt.