After weeks of silence, NY Rep. Ritchie Torres says he opposes Israeli judicial overhaul
(New York Jewish Week) — Rep. Ritchie Torres, the Bronx Democrat recognized for being an outspoken supporter of Israel, has...
Passover at Rikers Island: How the notorious jail complex holds a seder for Jewish inmates
(New York Jewish Week) — Miriam Tohill, a Jewish chaplain intern at Rikers Island, is trying ahead to co-leading Passover...
Are the goblins in ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ antisemitic? The Harry Potter video game renews criticism.
(JTA) — When folks enter the world of “Hogwarts Legacy,” the blockbuster online game that was formally launched on Friday,...
Shatzer Matzohs, matzah bakery with a loyal following, appears to close its doors this Passover season
(New York Jewish Week) — Shatzer Matzohs, a matzah bakery that has operated for many years and gained a loyal...
Conan O’Brien talked to this New York rabbi about Judaism on his podcast
(New York Jewish Week) — Common listeners of Conan O’Brien’s podcast typically anticipate to listen to the comic interview A-listers...
These Jews are defending Drag Story Hour against far-right protestors. Here’s why.
(New York Jewish Week) — As right-wing protestors descend upon Drag Story Hour occasions throughout New York, they've continuously been met...
Meet the rabbi who is helping bring legal cannabis to New York
(New York Jewish Week) — As New York gears up for a brand new panorama of authorized marijuana, one rabbi...
‘Mercenaries for Jesus’: Christmas is a busy time for Jews who sing in churches
(New York Jewish Week) — “Jesus is a paycheck,” mentioned Rob Orbach, one of many many classically educated Jewish vocalists...
In outreach to Jews, Hochul banks on track record and a liberal majority
(New York Jewish Week) — On Monday, at some point earlier than Election Day, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced some $96 million...
An Orthodox favorite, Lee Zeldin discusses his Democratic grandparents and Reform upbringing
(New York Jewish Week) — If Lee Zeldin pulls off an upset win over incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul within the...