Synagogue

Vaughan congregant punched by man who attempted to force way into synagogue

According to the police and the synagogue, the victim did not suffer serious injuries. The man had attempted to maneuver past synagogue security but was unsuccessful.

An officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) looks on during the Canada Day Celebrations in the Old Port in Montreal, Quebec, on July 1, 2025.
Angelina Han Hicks, 18, was arrested following a planned attack on a Houston synagogue, April 23, 2026.

Teens in two states arrested over threat that shuttered Houston synagogue

Angelina Han Hicks, 18, was arrested following a planned attack on a Houston synagogue, April 23, 2026.

North Carolina woman arrested for plotting 'mass casualty event' at Houston synagogue

The Shlenker School's website announced the school had closed for the day.

Houston synagogue and Jewish day school close due to unspecified threats


Alleged Iranian front group calls on Americans to kill Trump, claims it could have killed Ivanka

The group also called on Americans, particularly those in the US security apparatus and alleged victims of financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, to kill Trump.

US President Donald Trump walks toward reporters before answering questions prior to boarding Air Force One on April 10, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. President Trump is traveling to Charlottesville, Virginia.

Steeped in history, Pensacola Jews celebrate the 150th anniversary of Florida’s oldest synagogue

In 1876, when Pensacola’s Temple Beth El was founded, Florida had 200,000 inhabitants, just 2,000 of them Jews.

Interior of Pensacola’s Temple Beth El, founded in 1876 as Florida’s oldest synagogue.

Soaking in Budapest: Thermal tradition, Jewish legacy, and a city reborn after dark

Long before domes, synagogues, and ruin bars, there were springs. Budapest sits on more than 120 natural thermal sources. Romans channeled them. Later rulers built over them.

THE HUNGARIAN par­lia­ment build­ing as seen across the Danube from Bud­apest Castle.

British police arrest two over attempted arson attack on north London synagogue

A 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were taken into custody overnight in connection with the incident, which occurred early on Sunday morning, the police said.

Metropolitan Police officers stand on duty as fans of US mega-star Taylor Swift, so-called "Swifties", as arrive at Wembley Stadium in London on August 15, 2024, ahead of the first of five concerts she is playing at the stadium.

Police investigating Iran links as North London synagogue hit in latest arson attack

A pro-Iranian government group, which says it is also behind a spate of attacks across Europe on US, Israeli and Jewish targets, has said it was responsible.

The Kenton United synagogue in North London.

Synagogue targeted in first such arson attack in modern N. Macedonian history

Alleged surveillance footage depicted two men climbing a fence before dousing a building with an accelerant. Police identified a fuel canister at the scene and evidence of fire damage.

Synagogue targeted in first such arson attack in modern N. Macedonian history, April 12, 2026.

Long Island town ordered to pay $19M after blocking Chabad synagogue construction

Rabbi Aaron Konikov and Lubavitch of Old Westbury sued the Village of Old Westbury in 2008 after the village unlawfully blocked construction on the rabbi's property.

The Chabad of Roslyn/Old Westbury building.

Inside Chiburim: Yaron Shane’s mission to help IDF soldiers find Love After War

Yaron Shane shares how Love After War connects Israel’s soldiers and veterans with mentors and potential life partners.

YARON SHANE: Members remain in the database ‘until they break the glass.’

A Lego on the seder plate: Temple Israel calls for new ritual object after attack

“This Passover, we’re adding something new to our Seder plates: a single Lego block,” Temple Israel wrote in a post on Facebook.

Rabbi Josh Bennett of Temple Israel in Detroit holds Lego blocks, urging families to add the children’s toy to their Seder plates in the wake of a recent attack on the synagogue.

Budapest: Spa hotel, Jewish heritage, and Danube nights

Mark and David explore the beauty and grandeur of Budapest, where the Danube divides the historic hills of Buda and the lively boulevards of Pest.

More than 150 playable pinball and video machines are lovingly cared for at Flippermúzeum.