Synagogue

Iran allegedly behind Canada attacks on US consulate, synagogue

Al-Saadi, working on behalf of the Islamic Regime proxy, told an undercover law enforcement officer that his "people" were behind two attacks in Canada, against a consulate and synagogue.

PROTESTERS MARCH at a rally marking Al-Quds Day and opposing the war on Iran and Lebanon in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada, March 14, 2026.
Archival image of Yossi and Gavri Banai during the 1980s.

Grapevine: Commemorating Jerusalem's favorite son

Police, Fire and Ambulance Emergency services, work at the site of an incident outside a Natwest Bank on Golders Green Road in north west London on May 8, 2026.

Second man charged with arson of former synagogue in London

Police officers work as people gather outside the Old Bailey after British police officer Martyn Blake was acquitted of the 2022 murder of Chris Kaba, in London, Britain, October 21, 2024.

Wanstead man charged with arson of former London synagogue amid rising attacks


Cannes police arrests man threatening to blow up synagogue 'the size of an asteroid'

A man in Cannes was arrested after livestreaming threats to blow up a local synagogue, prompting a rapid police response and condemnation from city officials.

Cannes Synagogue.

Beit Shemesh resident arrested after setting fire to Jerusalem synagogue, Clal building

The suspect was taken in for questioning at the Lev HaBira police station, and will be brought today before the court for an extension of his detention.

Beit Shemesh resident arrested over synoguge arson, November 14, 2025.

First-ever empirical study of US rabbinate finds ‘shortage’ is more about fit than numbers

A new study challenges fears of a rabbinic shortage, revealing shifting career paths, growing diversity, and changing motivations among American rabbis.

Inside a synagogue sanctuary, as new research sheds light on how fewer rabbis are choosing pulpit life.

WATCH: Toronto synagogue vandalized for tenth time since October 7 as windows smashed with hammer

Vandal smashes windows at Kehilat Shaarei Torah. The 10th attack since Oct. 7 highlights a relentless pattern of hate, forcing the synagogue to spend $160K on security.

Synagogue smashed window in Toronto

Jewish traveler says locals 'radiated love for Israel' during Syria trip

Avi Gold’s visit to Syria stands out for the unexpected affection he received from locals, including a special encounter with one of Damascus's last Jews.

Avi Gold in Damascus wearing a scarf with the Syrian flag, over an illustrative backdrop of the flag.

Antisemitic graffiti defaces Sofia synagogue, fallen soldiers memorial in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian Central Israelite Religious Council said that the graffiti, which painted "Free Palestine" over a fallen soldiers mural, was the latest of three vandalism attacks against Jews.

Bulgarian Jewish community members attend a pray during a commemoration ceremony paying tribute to the victims of Hamas' October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel, on the first anniversary of the attack, at the Sofia synagogue on October 7, 2024.

FBI, sheriffs arrest Alabama man, seize weapons after threats of violence against synagogues

An Alabama man was arrested after allegedly planning violent attacks against synagogues across several states. Authorities say he stockpiled weapons and ammunition.

Authorities seize guns and ammunition from Alabama resident linked with credible threats against synagogues, October 27, 2025.

Rock that ‘kiddush’: How to throw a memorable, successful synagogue kiddush

So how do you make a kiddush that people will talk about for years to come? Here are some ideas to start your creative kiddush juices flowing like grape juice!

An illustrative image of a kiddush.

Beyond the beaches and medieval walls: Discovering Jewish Rhodes

From airport signs, restaurant menus on buzzing streets, and business cards in Hebrew, an Israeli visitor can almost feel at home in Rhodes.

KAHAL SHALOM Synagogue.

Rabbi escapes minutes before Russian missile strikes Ukrainian synagogue

Russian missile strikes Ukrainian synagogue; Chabad rabbi escapes minutes earlier

Kherson synagogue damaged by Russian missile