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Jüdische Allgemeine
German-language Jewish weekly published in Berlin by the Central Council of Jews in Germany. We translate its reports into English and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
Group in the coverage barCentrist pressIts own lean is rated Center.
OwnerCentral Council of Jews in Germany
Language and baseEnglish · Berlin
How Jüdische Allgemeine writes
Jüdische Allgemeine's tone this month is charged, close to the rest of the centrist press. On Netanyahu its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
From 36 reports this month, judged without the newsroom's name. How this is measuredOnly Jüdische Allgemeine had it
Netanyahu Backs Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers Ahead of ElectionPolitics · 11h agoCentral Council President Josef Schuster Seeks Re-electionPolitics · 12h agoIsrael Allows UAE Infrastructure Project in Gaza 'Bubble'Security · 12h agoBig stories Jüdische Allgemeine skipped
Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US DebateCovered by 30 newsrooms21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud SchemeCovered by 29 newsroomsHaredi Protesters Block Major Interchange Over Draft Evader ArrestsCovered by 27 newsroomsLatest from Jüdische Allgemeine
Culture · 15h agoDisco Legend Gloria Gaynor to Perform in Tel AvivAmerican singer Gloria Gaynor will perform in Tel Aviv on April 13, 2027, marking her return to Israel after more than ten years. The 83-year-old disco icon, known for "I Will Survive," has a special connection to the country and previously received the Martin Luther King Jr. Award there. Her concert is seen as a demonstration of solidarity, with fewer international artists performing in Israel recently.Culture · 1d agoChef Tom Franz Celebrates Jewish Community Milestones in MunichThe Israelite Cult Community in Munich is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its synagogue and Jewish Center with special events in October 2026. A gala dinner featured chef Tom Franz, who prepared a special menu. President Charlotte Knobloch highlighted the growing Jewish presence in the city. The events also included lectures by rabbis and performances by musicians and singers, with chef Tom Franz sharing his culinary philosophy.Culture · 1d agoNew Book Explores Jewish Identity and Antisemitism in Punk RockA new German anthology, "Jüdische Identitäten und Antisemitismus im Punk," explores the complex relationship between Jewish identity and antisemitism within punk rock. The book, edited by Tobias Johann and Andreas Borsch, builds on previous research and includes discussions on early Jewish punk bands, the emergence of "Jewish punk" in the 1980s, and contemporary antisemitism within the scene. Contributors examine punk's anti-essentialist nature as a potential critique of antisemitism, while also detailing instances of antisemitism and highlighting groups actively opposing it. The anthology has already faced backlash, including online threats against a bookstore that promoted it.Culture · 2d agoLeading Judaist Peter Schäfer Explores Ashkenazi Jewish HistoryJudaist Peter Schäfer's new book, "Ashkenazi Judaism: Origin, Flourishing, Path to the East," examines the history and identity of Ashkenazi Jews. Schäfer challenges the traditional narrative of a singular Jewish motherland, arguing that diaspora and homeland have always been intertwined. The 560-page book covers Jewish exile, distribution, community life, religious practices, persecutions, and migration to Eastern Europe. The reviewer praises the work for its insightful analysis and defense of Schäfer's deep understanding of Jewish life.Culture · 2d agoDocumentary on Bibas Family's Fate Premieres in MunichA documentary titled "Bibas. Murdered because they were Jews" premiered in Munich, Germany, detailing the October 7th Hamas attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz and the murder of the Bibas-Silberman family. The film uses graphic footage from the terrorists and interviews with survivors, including family members. Access is restricted to those over 18 due to its brutal content. The screening included discussions on processing trauma and countering denial of the events.