Measures taken to prevent another disaster at Meron pilgrimage A Haredi man was indicted for damaging security infrastructure on Israel’s Mount Meron ahead of the Lag B’Omer festivities. JNS Staff May 12, 2025
From memory to hope Reflections on Israel's Memorial Day and the journey from suffering to a triumph of spirit. Eliezer Avraham May 1, 2025
From high school hallways to a homeland: What Yom Ha’atzmaut means to us More than ever, students are learning that being a Jew means standing for truth, justice and hope, even when it isn’t easy. Rabbi Derek Gormin May 1, 2025
Antisemites are still proving why we need Israel After 77 years and a global surge in hate in which the Jewish state is itself the focus, the justice of the Zionist cause remains a historical imperative. Jonathan S. Tobin May 1, 2025
Shabbat meets Yom Ha’atzmaut in new North American initiative “It’s an opportunity to engage new people,” says Ben Cook, director of marketing operations for Jewish National Fund-USA, and “to celebrate all things Israel.” Carin M. Smilk April 30, 2025
Historic photos from Israel’s early years recall Yom Hazikaron, Yom Ha’atzmaut “They tell the story of a people who built a country out of faith, sacrifice and deep love for this land,” Efrat Sinai, director of archives at KKL-JNF. April 29, 2025
‘For this, have you been chosen’ The still, soft voice of truth ultimately triumphs. Rabbi Yossy Goldman April 23, 2025
Mossad agents, heroes to light torches on Independence Day Ceremony to honor operatives behind Hezbollah op, wounded soldier, hostage survivors, and others embodying unity in wartime. Joshua Marks April 23, 2025
Orthodox gymnast fights to have her scores count in Florida competition scheduled for Passover Nessa Hoffman, 11, told JNS that she is grateful to the Orthodox Union and the Christian Legal Society for convincing Florida Gymnastics to let her participate without compromising her faith. Vita Fellig April 22, 2025
