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Rosa Doherty

Rosa Doherty

Rosa Doherty is social affairs correspondent for the Jewish Chronicle

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British parents fear for their children serving as IDF soldiers in Israel

'It is a very frightening situation because for us, it is very real', said one parent

By Rosa Doherty

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TOPSHOT - Israeli soldiers take up position in Kfar Aza, in the south of Israel, bordering Gaza Strip on October 10, 2023. Israel pounded Hamas targets in Gaza on October 10 and said the bodies of 1,500 Islamist militants were found in southern towns recaptured by the army in gruelling battles near the Palestinian enclave. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP) (Photo by THOMAS COEX/AFP via Getty Images)

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik: ‘Our strength will come from our unity’

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik: ‘Our strength will come from our unity’

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'What started as a peaceful festival ended as a horror movie': Terror survivor, 28, tells his story

'What started as a peaceful festival ended as a horror movie': Terror survivor, 28, tells his story

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Playboy praised for 'stronger stance on Israel' than Harvard University after firing pro Hamas actress

Playboy praised for 'stronger stance on Israel' than Harvard University after firing pro Hamas actress

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Pro-Palestine demonstrators spark anger after chanting 'gas the Jews' at Sydney protest

Chants heard at the rally on Monday also included 'f*** the Jews' and 'f*** Israel'

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October 10, 2023 11:04

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 09: Palestine supporters rally outside the Sydney Opera House on October 09, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. The Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel from Gaza by land, sea, and air, over the weekend, killing over 600 people and wounding more than 2000, agency reports said. Reports also said Israeli soldiers and civilians have been kidnapped by Hamas and taken into Gaza. The attack prompted a declaration of war by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and ongoing retaliatory strikes by Israel on Gaza killing hundreds in the aftermath. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

David Lammy and Tom Tugendhat give impassioned speeches at Downing Street vigil for Israel

There was a sombre but defiant atmosphere as thousands of British Jews and non-Jews came together to show their support

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October 9, 2023 17:21

David Lammy and Tom Tugendhat give impassioned speeches at Downing Street vigil for Israel

The community of good sees our pain and just scrolls past it

When did people wake up and decide rape is a form of freedom fighting?

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October 9, 2023 14:22

The community of good sees our pain and just scrolls past it

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis hits out at media outlets that fail to label Hamas terrorists

'If one doesn’t use the term 'terrorist', it is as if one is providing a window of opportunity for justification' the rabbi said

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October 9, 2023 14:14

Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis hits out at media outlets that fail to label Hamas terrorists

Golders Green bridge vandalised in 'antisemitic' incident labeled 'incitement to hatred'

The area is home to one of the UK's largest Jewish communities

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October 9, 2023 13:16

Golders Green bridge vandalised in 'antisemitic' incident labeled 'incitement to hatred'

Devoted Barnet grandma seeks kidney donor to save her life

Ruth Adley needs a transplant to save her from a life on dialysis, as her kidneys are failing

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October 3, 2023 17:20

Devoted Barnet grandma seeks kidney donor to save her life

BBC's Clive Myrie on his sorrow at losing Jewish friend in 7/7 bombings

The 'beautiful pottery' Miriam Hyman gave Myrie and his wife as a wedding present 25 years ago is still on display in their home, the news presenter said

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October 2, 2023 12:13

English journalist Clive Myrie receives for him and his cameraman teammate Darren Conway the "Prix de limage video (Television et television grande format)" award for their work "La guerre des drogues au Mexique - Mexique - BBC" during the closing ceremony of the 2018 Bayeux-Calvados Awards for war correspondents in Bayeux, northwestern France, on October 13, 2018 (Photo by CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / AFP) (Photo credit should read CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Israeli rollercoaster gets stuck mid-ride, leaving passengers hanging upside down

The Superland theme park said a passenger had pressed an emergency button, bringing the ride to a halt

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October 2, 2023 10:38

Israeli rollercoaster gets stuck mid-ride, leaving passengers hanging upside down

Marriage teacher receives top award from Chief Rabbi

Rebbetzin Rachie Binstock rewarded for her sage advice to couples with Unsung Community Servant honour

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September 28, 2023 12:45

Marriage teacher receives top award from Chief Rabbi

Over half of Jewish under 25-year-olds suffering with poor mental health

More than 50 doctors and psychiatrists sign letter in the JC calling on Jewish community to support mental health charity Jami

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September 28, 2023 06:25

The young adult university student talks with her mature peer about her previous experiences.

Barry Manilow breaks Elvis Presley's record for longest Las Vegas run

The 80-year-old, who grew up in a Jewish family in Brooklyn, has surpassed Presley's run of 636 shows

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September 26, 2023 09:06

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 21: Barry Manilow performs during the first of his three "Record-Breaking Charity Weekend Celebration" shows as part of his residency "Barry Manilow - The Hits Come Home!" at the International Theater at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on September 21, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Manilow is raising money for six charities over the weekend as he gets set to surpass Elvis Presley's mark of 636 performances at the venue on September 23. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis releases guide on infertility grief

Booklet outlines how communal leaders can support community members

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September 21, 2023 12:35

Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis releases guide on infertility grief

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