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October 7, 2024

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IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi speaks in a video statement from the Tel Nof Airbase in central Israel, October 2, 2024. (Israel Defense Forces)

Israel at war

‘We are all still in pain’: Oct. 7 anniversary arrives as new footage of attack emerges

By Lazar Berman, Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Sam Sokol

IDF chief: Commemoration is day of ‘deep soul-searching’ as Israel continues fight ‘for our right to be a free people in our land’

U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris receive a briefing on a potential attack on Israel by Iran, Oct. 1, 2024. (Credit: Adam Schultz/White House)

Israel at warUS: We will help Israel exact ‘severe consequences’ from Iran for missile attack

By Jacob Magid

Top (L-R): Inbar Segev Vigder, Ilia Nozadze, Revital Bronstein; Bottom (L-R): Shahar Goldman, Nadia Sokolenco, Jonas Chrosis; All six were killed in a shooting-and-stabbing terror attack in Jaffa on October 1, 2024. (Photos used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law via The Times of Israel)

TerrorismSix victims of Jaffa terror attack named, as more details about shooting emerge

By ToI staff and Emanuel Fabian

The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin lights up with the Israeli flag in solidarity after a multi-front Hamas attack, Oct. 7, 2023. (Chancellor Olaf Scholz on X, via The Times of Israel)

Opinion

Rabbi Danny Schiff

Hope is not irrational

At a time like this, are words of hope simply naïve utterances that are in fact wholly lacking in substance? The answer to this question is no.

Cloaked in Israeli flags, students showed support for Israel on Oct. 9, 2023, in Oakland. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

Oct. 7

Community marking Oct. 7 with gatherings, demonstrations and prayer

By Adam Reinherz

Organizers creating spaces for people to ‘come together in reflection and remembrance’

Israel at WarChabad of South Hills welcomes young Israelis for evening of bridge building and support

By Adam Reinherz

Allan Tissenbaum, left, Uri Zakai-Or, Charlene Tissenbaum and Karen Gal-Or gather at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh on Oct. 1. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

Israel at War

IDF reservist recounts a year of combat, lost friends and wanting the hostages home

By Adam Reinherz

Uri Zakai-Or walks Pittsburghers through timeline of service, gifts listeners new insight

The West End Bridge had hand-made flags with Nazi symbols hung on it. (West End Bridge photo by Brian Donovan, courtesy of flickr.com)

Antisemitism

Nazi banners hung from two Pittsburgh bridges

By David Rullo

Neither sign contained a direct threat toward a specific group or individual. No arrests have been made.

(Photo by Isaiah Pohlman, courtesy of flickr.com)

Antisemitic attackJewish student attacked in Oakland

By David Rullo

Unionizing anti-ZionismJewish Pittsburghers react to union’s BDS attempt at East End Food Co-op

By David Rullo

OpinionWe are family

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel

Image of Herbert Kaye's suitcase from 'For the Child' exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Milli Segal)

Education

‘For the Child’ exhibit tells Kindertransport story for adults and children

By Adam Reinherz

‘The exhibit tells heroic stories of simple people, which can ultimately inspire students’

Plenty of space for young Jewish leaders. (Photo courtesy of Chabad House on Campus)

Sukkot

Sukkot on campus arriving with joy, concern and preparation

By Adam Reinherz

‘We cannot lose focus on the joy and celebration of Sukkot, of being in community and celebrating our Judaism’

Yolanda Savage-Narva, vice president of racial equity, diversity and inclusion, communities of belonging for the Union for Reform Judaism (left) moderated the Tree of Life, Inc.’s first public program featuring Amy Spitalnick, CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs, Rep. Jamie Raskin and Maya Wiley, present and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. (Screenshot by David Rullo)

Education

Tree of Life debuts programming in Washington D.C.

By David Rullo

“A locally grounded institution with a national reach”

Sen. Bob Casey of Pennsylvania, left, is joined by Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn on Sept. 29. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)

Election 2024

Sen. Bob Casey and Rep. Adam Schiff address Israel and rising antisemitism during Pittsburgh visit

By Adam Reinherz

In final weeks of election season, attention called to U.S.-Israel relations, attacks on Jewish students and need to preserve democracy

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, third from left, meets with teens and staff at The Beacon on Sept. 25. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Healthcare Foundation)

Mental HealthLt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Squirrel Hill: Spotlight on teen mental health initiatives

By Adam Reinherz

Republican Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota take part in the vice-presidential debate at CBS Studios, New York City, Oct. 1, 2024. (Ricky Carioti/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

PoliticsTim Walz, JD Vance stand by Israel in VP debate but spar over Trump’s ability to contain Iran

By Ron Kampeas

Torah

Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel

What a time to be a Jew

Deuteronomy 32:1-52

Books

Join the Chronicle Book Club!

By Toby Tabachnick

“Target Tehran: How Israel Is Using Sabotage, Cyberwarfare, Assassination — and Secret Diplomacy — to Stop a Nuclear Iran and Create a New Middle East”

BooksDiscover new reads and local favorites at Pittsburgh’s Jewish Book Festival

By Toby Tabachnick

Poll

Chronicle poll question

Who won the Vance/Walz debate?

PollChronicle poll results: War with Iran and its proxies

By Toby Tabachnick

Montage of photos of all the murdered Nova festival participants (Photo by DaringDonna, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons)

Poetry

Chronicle poetry contest winners

Winners are Tim Miller, Carolyn Kapner and Joan Wagman

Helen Mirren as Grandmère and Bryce Gheisar as Julian in "White Bird: A Wonder Story." (Larry Horricks)

Film

‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness

By Shira Li Bartov

The major motion picture is an adaptation of “Wonder” author R.J. Palacio’s graphic novel of the same name.

Kara Snyder (left) and Judy Robinson at the exhibit’s opening (Photo courtesy of the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh)

Art

Judy Robinson and Kara Snyder unite for heartfelt exhibit at JCC

By Deborah Weisberg

“Judy and Kara’s creative journey embodies the essence of havruta — a Jewish method of collaborative learning rooted in friendship,” Melissa Hiller said.

Food

An old family recipe: Zucchini bread

By Jessica Grann

Excellent served plain, or with a shmear of cream cheese or butter.

Glazed roast chicken with caramelized quince

By Jessica Grann

Bamya (okra) in tomato sauce

By Jessica Grann

Traditional chicken soup

By Jessica Grann

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By Lazar Berman, Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Sam Sokol
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October 2024

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1 event, 30

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 1

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 1 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

1 event, 2

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 2 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

2 events, 3

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 3 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

October 3 , 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill's Camp Gan Israel and Community Day School for Shofar in the Park with snacks, games, and more. 4 p.m. CDS playground. 6424 Forward Ave. chabadpgh.com/shofar

0 events, 4

0 events, 5

1 event, 6

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

2 events, 7

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 7 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Oct. 7 Commemoration

October 7 , 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Oct. 7 Commemoration

MONDAY, OCT. 7 Join the Jewish community to mark the first anniversary of Hamas’ terrorist attack on Israel. Gather in front of the JCC to commemorate the lives lost, people […]

1 event, 8

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 8 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

3 events, 9

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP lunch brunch

October 9 , 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP lunch brunch

Join the Squirrel Hill AARP for a lunch brunch. Noon. Ritters Dinner. RSVP to Gerri Linder before Oct. 3 at (412)421-5868.

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 9 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli

October 9 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli

Join food historian Dr. Ted Merwin and Pitt's Jewish studies program for An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli, a talk about the history of America's iconic Jewish delis. Free. […]

1 event, 10

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

October 10 , 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Fall Forest Bathing

The 10.27 Healing Partnership presents Fall Forest Bathing. "Bathe" in the sounds and sights of nature during gentle walks through Frick Park while nurturing your connection to the natural world […]

0 events, 11

0 events, 12

1 event, 13

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 13 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

1 event, 14

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 14 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 15

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 15 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

3 events, 16

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 16 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

October 16 , 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group

Join AgeWell for the Intergenerational Family Dynamics Discussion Group at JCC South Hills every third Wednesday of each month. Led by intergenerational specialist/presenter and educator Audree Schall. The group is […]

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Oct. meeting

October 16 , 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Squirrel Hill AARP Oct. meeting

Hear from Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey at the Squirrel Hill AARP's October meeting. Refreshments will be served. For information, call Marcia Kramer 412-656-5803. 1 p.m. Falk Library, Rodef Shalom Congregation, […]

0 events, 17

0 events, 18

0 events, 19

3 events, 20

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Family Sukkah party

October 20 , 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Family Sukkah party

Join Chabad of Squirrel Hill for a Family Sukkah Party. Shake the Lulov, eat pizza, and enjoy music and crafts. 5 p.m. 1700 Beechwood Blvd. chabadpgh.com/sukkahparty

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

East Winds Symphonic Band Concert

October 20 , 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

East Winds Symphonic Band Concert

Rodef Shalom Congregation's Brotherhood presents the East Winds Symphonic Band in a free concert featuring a celebration of music from stage and screen. Cash donations to the JFCS Squirrel Hill […]

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 20 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

1 event, 21

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 21 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

3 events, 22

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 22 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Seniors in the Sukkah

October 22 , 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Seniors in the Sukkah

Join Chabad of the South Hills for Seniors in the Sukkah. Shake the lulav and etrog and enjoy a delicious lunch and presentation on how to navigate Medicare. $5 suggested […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Disinformation & the Election: A Panel Discussion sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

October 22 , 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Disinformation & the Election: A Panel Discussion sponsored by Women of Temple Sinai

Fact or fake? With the plethora of AI, special interests, social media, websites, and newsletters, how do you discern what is true and what are lies? Join Temple Sinai for […]

1 event, 23

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 23 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

0 events, 24

0 events, 25

0 events, 26

1 event, 27

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

October 27 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Join a lay-led Online Parashah Study Group to discuss the week's Torah portion. All classes meet online. No Hebrew knowledge is needed. The goal is to build community while deepening […]

1 event, 28

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

October 28 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Temple Sinai Mahjong Club

Join Temple Sinai for a delightful evening of mahjong every Monday (except holidays). Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie and […]

1 event, 29

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

October 29 , 9:15 am - 10:00 am

Monday Talmud Study

Join Rabbi Mark Asher Goodman in learning Masechet Rosh Hashanah, a tractate of the Talmud about the many new years that fill out the Jewish calendar at Congregation Beth Shalom's […]

1 event, 30

12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

October 30 , 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm

Parashah Discussion: Life & Text

Bring the parashah alive and make it personally relevant and meaningful with Rabbi Mark Goodman in this weekly Parashah Discussion: Life & Text. 12:15 p.m. For more information, visit bethshalompgh.org/life-text.

0 events, 31

0 events, 1

0 events, 2

2 events, 3

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

September 30 , 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

There are no events on this day.

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October 6

October 6 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

There are no events on this day.

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October 13

October 13 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

There are no events on this day.

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October 20

October 20 , 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

There are no events on this day.

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There are no events on this day.

October 27

October 27 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

There are no events on this day.

There are no events on this day.

There are no events on this day.

November 3

November 3 , 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mollys Trolley tour of Jewish Pittsburgh

November 3 , 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Online Parashah Study Groups

Sukkot
Sukkot on campus arriving with joy, concern and preparation

By Adam Reinherz
Education
‘For the Child’ exhibit tells Kindertransport story for adults and children

By Adam Reinherz
Antisemitism
Nazi banners hung from two Pittsburgh bridges

By David Rullo
Education
Tree of Life debuts programming in Washington D.C.

By David Rullo
Unionizing anti-Zionism
Jewish Pittsburghers react to union’s BDS attempt at East End Food Co-op

By David Rullo
Election 2024
Sen. Bob Casey and Rep. Adam Schiff address Israel and rising antisemitism during Pittsburgh visit

By Adam Reinherz
Antisemitic attack
Jewish student attacked in Oakland

By David Rullo
Mental Health
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Squirrel Hill: Spotlight on teen mental health initiatives

By Adam Reinherz
Politics
Pittsburghers react to Kamala Harris speech at CMU

By Adam Reinherz
Israel at War
Chabad of South Hills welcomes young Israelis for evening of bridge building and support

By Adam Reinherz
Oct. 7
Community marking Oct. 7 with gatherings, demonstrations and prayer

By Adam Reinherz
Security
Local Jewish institutions plan for safe and secure High Holiday season

By David Rullo
Hat Trick
Israeli Olympic athlete trades his bobsled for the bimah during the High Holidays

By David Rullo
Jewish wisdom
Rodef Shalom guest lecturer encourages attention to everyday burning bush moments

By Adam Reinherz
Books
Join the Chronicle Book Club!

By Toby Tabachnick
BDS
Union calls for East End Food Co-op to divest from Israel

By David Rullo
Politics
Senate candidate David McCormick meets with Jewish community in Squirrel Hill

By David Rullo
Building community
JAA announces plans for urban senior village at former Charles Morris site

By David Rullo
Encounters
Quest for shared society in Israel involves Pittsburghers

By Adam Reinherz
Education
CDS visit gives elected officials insight into Jewish education and communal values

By Adam Reinherz

Features

Film
‘White Bird’ stars Helen Mirren as a Holocaust survivor who teaches her grandson about kindness

By Shira Li Bartov
Israel at War
IDF reservist recounts a year of combat, lost friends and wanting the hostages home

By Adam Reinherz
Art
Judy Robinson and Kara Snyder unite for heartfelt exhibit at JCC

By Deborah Weisberg
Food
An old family recipe: Zucchini bread

By Jessica Grann
Poetry
Chronicle poetry contest winners
Streaming
In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border gains new resonance after Oct. 7

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Streaming
How a real-life rabbi coached Netflix about making interfaith relationships realistic

By Shira Li Bartov
Solidarity
Thousands of non-Jews order mezuzahs after pro-Israel Christian puts one on her door

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Comedy
Israel advocate Michael Rapaport brings his comedy to Pittsburgh Oct. 19

By Toby Tabachnick
History
A firsthand view of war

By Eric Lidji
Food
Glazed roast chicken with caramelized quince

By Jessica Grann
High Holidays
From local hives to exotic flavors: Where to find the best honey for Rosh Hashanah

By Abigail Hakas
High Holidays
This holiday season rabbis are thinking about Israel — and say you should too

By Adam Reinherz
Art
‘A Flight of Empowerment’ highlights work by Jewish women artists

By Emma Riva
Celebrating a life
A colorful life: Masterful late teacher Lila Hirsch-Brody to be celebrated at JCC

By Adam Reinherz
Food
Bamya (okra) in tomato sauce

By Jessica Grann
Food
Michael Solomonov aims to simplify Israeli classics for home cooks in ‘Zahav Home’

By Rachel Ringler
Food
Tishpishti is Sephardi honey cake, but better

By Susan Barocas
Home improvement
Preparing your home for sale: Simple, cost-effective tips from your local Realtor

By Melissa Reich
Film
Revealing leaked police footage, new film aims brutal lens at Netanyahu amid war

By Robert Sarner

Opinion

Opinion
Letters to the editor
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Poll
Chronicle poll results: War with Iran and its proxies

By Toby Tabachnick
Opinion
We are family

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel
Torah
What a time to be a Jew

By Rabbi Moishe Mayir Vogel
Opinion
Hope is not irrational

By Rabbi Danny Schiff
Poll
Chronicle poll results: High Holiday services

By Toby Tabachnick
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Opinion
Jews are commanded to love the convert. What about the immigrant?

By Rabbi Avi Shafran
Opinion
A year of challenges, a year of strength
Opinion
This is Israeli resistance

By Rachel Lester
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Torah
The power within

By Cantor David Reinwald
Opinion
Celebrating the 4th anniversary of the Abraham Accords

By Marc J. Sievers
Opinion
Letters to the editor
Opinion
Hanging together: A call for Jewish unity in divisive times

By Ben Wecht
Opinion
Pro-Palestine protests are at every film festival. What’s new about that?

By Mira Fox
Torah
Standing out among the nations

By Rabbi Shimon Silver
Poll
Chronicle poll question
Poll
Chronicle poll results: Harris/Trump debate

By Toby Tabachnick

National

Politics
Tim Walz, JD Vance stand by Israel in VP debate but spar over Trump’s ability to contain Iran

By Ron Kampeas
Politics
What Eric Adams’ Jewish supporters and critics are saying after his indictment

By Luke Tress
Israel at war
Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC

By Luke Tress
Antisemitism
Michigan AG Dana Nessel: Rashida Tlaib’s criticism is ‘antisemitic’

By Ron Kampeas
Politics
Mayor of Muslim-majority Michigan city endorses Trump

By Andrew Lapin
Politics
Jewish leaders express alarm at Trump’s blaming Jews if he loses

By Ron Kampeas
Security
23andMe agrees to $30M settlement over data breach targeting Jewish and Chinese users

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Antisemitism
In contentious Senate hearing, divisions over fighting antisemitism come to the fore

By Ron Kampeas
News obituary
Artist and physician Mark Podwal, whose work adorned museums and synagogues, dies at 79

By Andrew Silow-Carroll
Israel at war
Man suffers severe burns after self-immolation protest outside Israeli consulate in Boston

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Higher education
Cornell professor, who called Oct. 7 ‘energizing,’ back after ‘voluntary leave

By JNS
Antisemitism
U of Michigan condemns assault of Jewish student on campus

By Andrew Lapin
Emmy Awards
Alex Edelman wins Emmy for his HBO comedy special on antisemitism and Jewish identity

By Ben Sales
Politics
Far-right provocateur Laura Loomer is back in Donald Trump’s inner circle — to the dismay of strange bedfellows

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
Pro-Israel demonstrator in Newton, Mass., charged with shooting pro-Palestinian activist who tackled him

By Ron Kampeas
Recognition
NYC poised to officially recognize Landing Day, when the first Jewish community arrived in 1654

By Julia Gergely
Politics
Donald Trump’s pro-Israel supporters take issue with his prediction of its potentially imminent demise

By Ron Kampeas
Getting a get
New York woman at center of Orthodox ‘sex strike’ receives her Jewish divorce

By Jackie Hajdenberg
Politics
At debate, Harris calls for Gaza war to end ‘immediately’ and Trump says Israel ‘will not exist’ if he loses

By Ron Kampeas
Campus chaos
40-year-old indicted for burning Israeli flag at April Columbia University protest

By Luke Tress

World

Israel at war
‘We are all still in pain’: Oct. 7 anniversary arrives as new footage of attack emerges

By Lazar Berman, Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Sam Sokol
Terrorism
Six victims of Jaffa terror attack named, as more details about shooting emerge

By ToI staff and Emanuel Fabian
Israel at war
US: We will help Israel exact ‘severe consequences’ from Iran for missile attack

By Jacob Magid
Israel at war
IDF says troops launched limited ground raids of Hezbollah sites across northern border

By Jacob Magid
Israel at war
State of Israeli tourism after a year of war

By JNS
Israel at war
Israel kills Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah

By Ben Sales
Israel at war
US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between Israel and Hezbollah

By Ron Kampeas
Israel at war
In first, Hezbollah fires missile at Tel Aviv area; no injuries as IDF intercepts it

By Emanuel Fabian
Israel at war
IDF strike in Beirut kills Hezbollah missile chief, as rockets pummel Israel

By Emanuel Fabian, ToI Staff and Agencies
Israel at war
IAF hits 1,300 sites in Lebanon as Hezbollah pummels northern Israel

By Joshua Marks
Israel at war
Hezbollah rockets cause hospitals to nix procedures, schools and beaches to close

By By Diana Bletter
Israel at war
Israeli Jew accused of helping Iran plot Netanyahu assassination

By JNS
Middle East conflict
UN General Assembly demands Israeli pullout from Palestinian areas

By Lazar Berman and Agencies
Israel at war
More Hezbollah comms devices explode across Lebanon, killing nine

By Akiva Van Koningsveld
Israel at war
Lebanon: Over 2,700 Hezbollah terrorists hurt, several killed by exploding pagers

By Akiva Van Koningsveld
Journalism
Columnists resign from London Jewish Chronicle amid allegations that Gaza news was fabricated

By Toby Axelrod
Antiquities
14th-century Hebrew Bible sells for $6.7m at auction

By JNS
Terrorism
IDF finds terror tunnel next to hospital in Samaria

By JNS
Higher education
Hebrew University launches new English-taught undergrad program

By Zev Stub
Terrorism
3 Israelis killed in terror shooting at crossing between West Bank and Jordan

By Emanuel Fabian