World Apr 26

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Israelis mark Passover amid conflict, loss and trauma

This week, Jews around the world are observing Passover, the festival of liberation that marks the historic exodus from ancient Egypt. But this year, joy is tempered with loss and trauma. More than 160,000 Israelis will mark the holiday while…

Arts Apr 21

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The evolution of Passover Haggadahs and their art

A scholar highlights some of the most interesting versions of the Passover text, from sumptuous engravings to stick-figure sketches, and how they’ve met communities’ changing needs around the world.

World Apr 05

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Violence at Jerusalem mosque raises fears of escalation

Israeli police have stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem's Old City, firing stun grenades and beating Palestinian youths who hurled stones and firecrackers in a burst of violence during a sensitive holiday seasons.