New Jersey
Israeli-media coverage mentioning New Jersey, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Joshua Kushner Buys Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 Billion, Expanding Into Sports
Joshua Kushner, brother of Jared Kushner, purchased the Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 billion, expanding his investment portfolio from technology into sports. His firm Thrive Capit…
New Jersey Man Admits $47 Million Fraud Targeting Local Haredi Community
Leading Torah Scholar Visits Prominent Supporters in Jerusalem Ahead of Wedding
Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch visited Torah supporters Benjamin and Rabbi Eliyahu Shlosberg in Jerusalem to honor the upcoming wedding of Rabbi Eliyahu's son, discussing Torah growth…
Chef Aryeh Shpilman Releases New Song Celebrating Son’s Wedding in Special Album
Aryeh Shpilman, a chef and singer from Lakewood, New Jersey, releases a new song "Chaim Sheyesh" for his son's wedding, included in his album "Kol Aryeh" featuring family mileston…
Weizmann Scientists Decode DNA Repair Enzyme Preferences Linked to Mutation Patterns and Cancer
Weizmann Institute scientists identified DNA repair enzymes’ sequence and structural preferences, explaining mutation patterns in human evolution and cancer. Their findings may en…
Spinka Hasidic Leader Rabbi Beis Shmuel Tzvi Horowitz Dies at 58 in Williamsburg
Rabbi Beis Shmuel Tzvi Horowitz, the Spinka Hasidic Rebbe and leader of the Yeshurun community in Williamsburg, New York, died at 58. He was a revered Torah scholar and spiritual…
American Social Media Star Hassan Piker Stirs Controversy Among Democrats With Pro-Palestinian Views
Hassan Piker, a major American social media figure known for his radical left views and sharp criticism of Israel, refuses to apologize for his statements despite accusations of a…
OPC Reports 94% Revenue Surge Driven by US Energy Margins and Dollar Shift
OPC reported a 94% revenue increase in Q2 2026, driven by higher US energy margins, full ownership of key US plants, and a currency reporting change benefiting Israeli operations…
Young Yeshiva Student Battles for Life After Drowning in New Jersey Pool
A 24-year-old student from Lakewood's BMG Yeshiva is in critical condition after drowning in a pool. The community is holding prayer vigils and has added a spiritual name to aid h…
Young Cancer Survivors Share Healing Journey on Dutch Sailing Trip Amid Personal Losses
An Israeli nonprofit organized an eight-day sailing trip in the Netherlands for young cancer survivors, including 21-year-old Roni Hamburger, who lost her brother in military serv…
Radical Leftist Hasan Piker Gains Influence with Sharp Anti-Israel Rhetoric
Hasan Piker, a radical leftist commentator with millions of followers, faces UK visa revocation over his anti-Israel views and is under U.S. investigation for a Cuba trip. He rema…
US Jewish Communities Train Worshippers as Security Amid Rising Antisemitic Threats
Amid a surge in antisemitic attacks in the US, Jewish communities have trained thousands of worshippers to serve as volunteer security at synagogues, replacing traditional securit…
Distressed Funds Set to Profit Millions as Simad Summer Camps Assets Sell Above Book Value
Simad announced asset sales of summer camps pledged to bondholders at premiums above book value, raising hopes for full bond repayment after a major embezzlement scandal. Distress…
Marla Maples Opens Up on Life with Donald Trump, Spiritual Ties to Israel, and New Wellness Venture
Marla Maples, Donald Trump's ex-wife, discusses their past, her spiritual ties to Israel, and a new Hebrew wellness app. She recalls surviving a gunpoint robbery by praying a Jewi…
Israeli Historian Receives $250,000 Compensation After US University Cancels Appointment Over Genocide Comments
Israeli historian Raz Segal will receive $250,000 from the University of Minnesota after it canceled his appointment as head of its Holocaust and Genocide Studies center due to hi…
Israeli Musician Verbally Attacked in Pennsylvania Burger King, Employee Fired and Raises Nearly $100K Online
Israeli musician Rami Feinstein was verbally attacked by a Burger King employee in Pennsylvania for wearing a Star of David necklace. The employee was fired and subsequently raise…
Uber Driver Impersonates Trump Advisor, Scams Thousands from US Visa Applicants
A Turkish Uber driver was arrested in New Jersey for impersonating a Trump advisor and scamming thousands from US visa applicants using AI-generated images.
Simad Holdings May Sell Summer Camps Above Book Value, Boosting Institutional Bondholders’ Prospects
Simad Holdings, after collapsing amid financial misconduct allegations, may sell its U.S. summer camps above book value, improving prospects for Israeli institutional bondholders…
Trump Reveals How US Attack on Iran Was Halted After Gulf Allies' Intervention
Donald Trump revealed that a major US military strike on Iran was stopped after Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Iran requested a pause to pursue negotiations. The planned attack was th…
Swastikas Spray-Painted Inside Synagogue in New Jersey's 'Bnei Brak of America' Sparks Hate Crime Probe
Lakewood, New Jersey police are investigating after swastikas were spray-painted inside a synagogue, treating it as a hate crime. The city, known as the "Bnei Brak of America" for…
Israel on High Alert Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions and Threats to Regional Allies
Amid escalating US-Iran tensions, Israel raises military alert while awaiting President Trump's decision on possible strikes. Iran threatens retaliation against Israel and Gulf st…
Jesse Eisenberg Donates Kidney, Reflects on Jewish Roots and Hollywood Career
Actor Jesse Eisenberg donated a kidney anonymously in December, motivated by responsibility and inspired by his wife. At the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, he discussed his Jewish he…
Over 300 Kg of Marijuana Worth $3.3 Million Seized from Vehicle with Two Haredi Men in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania police arrested two Haredi men transporting over 300 kg of marijuana and 200 THC vape cartridges worth $3.3 million on the I-76 highway. Both men, from New Jersey, fa…
Driver Sentenced for Deliberate Crashes into Chabad Headquarters in Brooklyn
BHI Provides $40 Million Guarantee Framework to Support Doral Renewables' US Clean Energy Projects
BHI, Bank Hapoalim's US commercial arm, is providing a $40 million guarantee framework to support Doral Renewables' development of renewable energy projects in the US. This partne…
Jared Kushner Turns Political Influence Into Over $1 Billion Real Estate and Investment Empire
Jared Kushner has leveraged his political ties from the Trump administration and Gulf state relationships to build a private investment fund and real estate holdings worth over $1…
Israeli Foreign Ministry Launches Paid Global Social Media Campaign to Boost Israel's Image
Israel’s Foreign Ministry has launched a paid social media campaign to recruit over 300,000 global activists, mainly from Jewish communities, to promote Israel’s image online. The…
North American Jewish Educators Launch New Zionist Education Program in Israel
Twelve Jewish educators from North America began a new fellowship in Israel to reshape Zionist education in diaspora schools, combining historical study and curriculum development…
Four-Year-Old Girl Dies After Drowning in Lakewood Pool
Four-year-old Bailey Sanders from Lakewood, New Jersey, died after drowning in a pool despite rescue efforts and hospital treatment.
Michael Chilka Signs With New York Cosmos in US Third Division
Israeli defender Michael Chilka has joined New York Cosmos in the USL League One, continuing his career in American soccer after successful spells in Israel and the US second and…
Kodynov Rebbe Visits Grandfather’s Grave Ahead of Tisha B’Av Fast
Ahead of the Tisha B’Av fast, the Kodynov Rebbe honored his grandfather’s 48th yahrzeit by praying at his grave and leading prayers in Bnei Brak. Concurrently, multiple Hasidic co…
Skulen Rebbe Celebrates Grandson's Bar Mitzvah and Visits Ailing Kalov Rebbe in Lakewood
The Skulen Rebbe celebrated his grandson's Bar Mitzvah in Lakewood with hundreds attending, then visited the ailing Kalov Rebbe for a Torah discussion. This was part of broader Ha…
Hundreds Gather to Hear Revered Hasidic Rebbe’s Speech Amid Widespread Religious Events
Hundreds of Hasidic followers gathered across Israel and abroad for speeches, celebrations, and memorials led by prominent Rebbes. Key events included the presentation of a new re…
Babov Rebbe Commemorates 26th Yahrzeit of His Father with Thousands of Followers
The Babov Rebbe led thousands in commemorating the 26th anniversary of his father's passing with prayers and visits to holy sites in New Jersey and Brooklyn. The event was part of…
Chabad Volunteers Facilitate First-Time Tefillin Wrapping for Jewish Fans After World Cup Final in New Jersey
After the World Cup final in New Jersey, Chabad volunteers set up tefillin booths outside the stadium, helping over 50 Jewish fans, including two from Argentina, lay tefillin for…
Spain Wins World Cup Final as Israel Sees Record Food Deliveries and Empty Streets
Spain won the World Cup final against Argentina, while in Israel, the event triggered record food delivery orders, high TV ratings, and empty roads as people watched from home. Te…
Singer Omer Adam Honors Teen Cancer Patient at 2026 World Cup Final
Israeli singer Omer Adam attended the 2026 World Cup final with Daniel, an 18-year-old cancer patient, showing ongoing support during his illness. Daniel's family praised Adam's q…
Singer Omer Adam and Fiancée Sasha Israelovitch Ask Wedding Guests to Donate to Charity Instead of Gifts
Israeli singer Omer Adam and fiancée Sasha Israelovitch will marry in Italy next month and have asked guests to donate to children's cancer charities instead of giving wedding gif…
Israeli Singer Omer Adam Meets Shakira at World Cup Final, Sparking Online Buzz
Israeli singer Omer Adam attended the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey, sharing a viral photo with Shakira. Fans reacted enthusiastically to the unexpected meeting. Adam is also…
Hollywood Stars Gather at 2026 World Cup Final in New Jersey
The 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey set a 28-year TV rating record and attracted numerous Hollywood celebrities including Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Madonna, and Justin Bieber. Israeli si…
World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show Extends to 27 Minutes, Sparks Backlash
The 2026 World Cup final halftime show in New Jersey lasted over 27 minutes, surpassing FIFA's 17-minute limit and sparking criticism from fans and Wayne Rooney. The extended ente…
Spain Wins Second World Cup Title After Defeating Argentina in New Jersey
Spain won their second World Cup title by defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in New Jersey after extra time. The match featured strong Spanish control, a key red card for…
Global Stars and Abraham Grant Attend 2026 World Cup Final in New Jersey
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium drew numerous global football legends and celebrities, including Abraham Grant and Tom Cruise…
YouTuber IShowSpeed Sparks Controversy with Prominent World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony Performance
American YouTuber IShowSpeed performed prominently at the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony in New Jersey, drawing mixed reactions due to his provocative reputation and political vi…
Spain Dominates Car Production Over Argentina Despite Close World Cup Final
While Spain and Argentina face off in the World Cup final, Spain leads decisively in car production with over 2 million vehicles made in 2025 compared to Argentina's 510,000. Spai…
Argentina-Spain World Cup Final Highlights Deep Political Divides Amid Global Tensions
The 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain is deeply intertwined with political symbolism, reflecting global tensions involving Israel and Palestine. Israeli Prime Minis…
Israeli Politics, Society, and Culture Highlighted Ahead of Upcoming Elections and Tisha B'Av
Israel prepares for October elections following Knesset dissolution and controversial laws, amid ongoing political realignments. Religious communities observe Tisha B'Av with safe…
Argentina's President Declines Trump Invitation, Will Watch World Cup Final from Home
Argentina's President Javier Milei refuses U.S. President Trump's invitation to attend the 2026 World Cup final, choosing to watch from his presidential residence due to superstit…