November 4, 2009 / World News

J Street leader pleas for discourse

WASHINGTON—The leader of J Street said his movement is “fighting for the heart and soul of the American Jewish community,” as the group held its inaugural conference in Washington. More...

Nimoy narrates film about PA synagogue

WASHINGTON—Actor Leonard Nimoy narrates a new documentary about a historic synagogue designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The film profiles Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park, PA, the only synagogue designed by the renowned architect. More...

CHINESE

Kaifeng descendants arrive for conversion

A group of descendants from an ancient Chinese Jewish community moved to Israel. The seven young adults, all descendants of the Jewish community of Kaifeng, arrived in Israel on one-year entry permits. More...

N.Y. politico sorry for Hitler reference

NEW YORK—A possible contender for New York governor apologized for comparing an Orthodox Jewish lawmaker to Adolf Hitler and the Antichrist. More...

EVANGELICALS…

Wiesel speaks to pro-Israel group

WASHINGTON—Elie Wiesel addressed a gathering of evangelical Christians at a salute to Israel hosted by the John Hagee Ministries. More...