
Religion
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey said Sunday’s long line outside of Philadelphia’s Congregation Rodeph Shalom was “a testament to the challenge before us.”
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Listen 1:06Hanukkah celebrations inspire Jewish joy despite war and increasing antisemitism
The war between Israel and Hamas and a rise in antisemitism has many Jews unsure how to celebrate Hanukkah this year. Some say they're focusing on hope and hospitality.
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“At a heartbreaking time for the Jewish people, the lights of the menorah are more important than ever,” Rabbanit Dasi Fruchter said.
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Listen 1:14Penn’s president defends herself amid backlash following congressional testimony about antisemitism
Amid the growing controversy, there are more calls for her to resign or to be fired, and to reevaluate the Ivy League school's policies.
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Penn president defends actions in combatting antisemitism on campus
Liz Magill joined the presidents from Harvard and MIT in testifying before a House committee on Tuesday.
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Group of swing state Muslims vows to ditch Biden in 2024 over his war stance
Some claim that Biden’s unwillingness to call for a ceasefire has damaged his relationship with the American Muslim community beyond repair.
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This year, the nativity scene has turned 800 years old. Glencairn Museum samples their endless variety.
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Listen 2:22Palestinian student shot in Vermont is paralyzed from chest down, his family says
20-year-old Hisham Awartani is scheduled to be released from the hospital next week and begin a long recovery after one of the gunman's bullets lodged in his spine.
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Besides serving as a place to gather and celebrate festivals and community events, the center will also be home to the Tibetan Sunday school.
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More than 200 religious leaders from across the Garden State gathered for a meeting on security threats.
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In its announcement, the Education Department said five complaints involve alleged antisemitic harassment and two involve anti-Muslim harassment.
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Rutgers alums suspend donations citing antisemitism concerns
Marvin and Eva Schlanger contributed regularly to New Jersey’s flagship university. But concerns about the treatment of an Orthodox Jewish law school student raised concerns.
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Listen 1:09Penn police called FBI to help investigate threatening antisemitic emails
The threats come amid heightened tensions on US college campuses and at Penn, in particular, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
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WHYY’s Lifting Voices in Praise competition celebrates the legacy of gospel music in Philadelphia
The grand finale of WHYY’s Lifting Voices in Praise competition showcased gospel’s rich history, thriving present, and bright future in Philadelphia.
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Listen 2:04Supernova festival survivor details near-death experience for Philly’s Jewish Priorities Conference
Natalie Sanandaji appeared virtually at the Weitzman National Museum in Philadelphia on Sunday, recounting her close brushes with death.
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