World Apr 09 Israelis mark Passover in shadow of war: 'We cannot celebrate together' By Nick Schifrin, Zeba Warsi
World Apr 09 For many Jews, Passover celebrations will occur amid anxieties and divisions Passover celebrations this year will again occur amid anxieties and divisions among many Jews related to the unresolved Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza and the specter of widespread antisemitism. By David Crary, Associated Press
World Apr 26 Watch 6:37 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… By Ali Rogin, Karl Bostic, Zeba Warsi
Arts Apr 21 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. By Rebecca J.W. Jefferson, The Conversation
World Apr 18 Israelis struggle to celebrate Passover, a holiday about freedom, while many remain captive in Gaza For many Jews, no matter how observant, Passover is a time to unite with family to eat and drink around what's known as a Seder table, remembering how the Jews persevered through harsh times. But this year, when Passover begins… By Sam Mednick, Associated Press
Apr 05 Violence at Jerusalem mosque raises fears of escalation By Isabel Debre, Fares Akram, Associated Press 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. Continue reading
Apr 06 Israeli lawmaker quits parliament, breaking government majority By Associated Press An Israeli lawmaker has quit the government's wafer-thin ruling coalition over a religious dispute, throwing the fragile alliance into disarray without a majority in parliament. Continue reading
Apr 11 Watch 3:29 Family holiday traditions go virtual during the pandemic By Melanie Saltzman, Laura Fong This Holy Week, celebrated by Christians worldwide, coincides with the Jewish holiday Passover, when people often join family for religious gatherings. But these aren’t normal times. NewsHour Weekend’s Melanie Saltzman recently met a neighbor who is finding ways to cope… Continue watching