Diaspora Jews

No. 18: Sergey Brin: Visionary, philanthropist, and pivotal digital-era architect

From fleeing Soviet antisemitism to shaping Google and the AI revolution, Sergey Brin built a fortune while driving some of the world’s most transformative technological advances.

Sergey Brin.
Illustrative; Israeli students take part in a rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, in Jerusalem, December 18, 2024.

The Diaspora mirror: How global Jewish warmth is healing Israel’s war-weary youth - opinion

Food packages prepared by JRNU to be delivered to Jews in Ukraine affected by the war with Russia.

Empty shelves, shattered warehouses: Ukraine's Jews prepare for fifth Rosh Hashanah at war

Diaspora buyers look to Israeli real estate amid rising aliyah interest. Real estate fair in NYC earlier this year.

Diaspora buyers look to Israeli real estate amid rising aliyah interest


End Jew Hatred petition New York Governor Hochul to remove Mamdani over Manhattan stabbings

Central to the petition's grievances are accusations about equal protection and hate crimes, noting that the mayor revoked the city's antisemitism framework on his first day and didn't replace it.

A person holds an image of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a rally organised by "End Jew Hatred" in opposition to him in New York City, US, July 26, 2026.

Diaspora Jewry is not dying, it is changing - opinion

Judaism is not disappearing; it is changing its forms of expression. The challenges must not be ignored. Assimilation exists, and in some communities, there is also a decline in numbers.

AN ISRAEL Day event on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan takes place last June. There is a significant increase in the number of Diaspora Jews who identify with Israel and show increased involvement in Jewish activity in their community, according to a JPPI survey cited by the writer.

European Jews migrate for unparalleled reasons now – opinion

The average European citizen changes location primarily to improve their quality of life. Not so for Jews, forced to migrate nowadays, given a resounding lack of protection

A HAREDI (ultra-Orthodox) family packs their belongings in Belgium as they prepare to make aliyah.

Video shows woman hurling antisemitic abuse at Jewish family in Montreal playground dispute

The woman, later identified as Brigitte Doyon, launched an expletive-filled rant caught on video, telling him in French, "Jews aren't allowed here, huh?"

Children are seen at a playground.

Man enters New York Jewish school with hammer, injures child, NYPD investigates antisemitic motive

"The NYPD is thoroughly investigating all aspects of the incident, including the possibility of a bias motive, to ensure nothing is overlooked," said a city councilmember.

NYPD in New York City, 5 May, 2026.

Toronto pro-Palestinian protesters march near Jewish care facility after kosher bakery shooting

Residents and community members expressed concern after protesters marched near a Jewish senior care facility during a demonstration in a heavily Jewish Toronto neighborhood.

Shattered windows at Kiva’s Bagel Bar after suspected antisemitic attack in Toronto, Canada. July 26, 2026.

Australian Jewish groups urge community to write 'Jewish' on 2026 census despite no option box

Jewish organizations warn that the lack of a dedicated Judaism box could lead to an undercount, affecting funding and community services.

Members of the local Jewish community embrace at the Bondi Pavillion in memory of the victims of a shooting at Bondi Beach, in Sydney on December 15, 2025.

Zionism promised a cure for antisemitism, then Israel became its case manager – comment

Protecting Jews worldwide requires more than good intentions – it demands a clearer Israeli strategy

Belgian military personnel armed with assault rifles stand guard outside a synagogue in central Antwerp as part of Belgium’s reinforced security measures established at Jewish schools and synagogues, on March 23.
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The shame of Auschwitz no longer protects us: Antisemitic violence surges globally - analysis

A new global report reveals a sharp rise in antisemitic assaults, exposing a dangerous shift from prejudice to physical attacks

A protester holds a sign that reads ‘Anti-Semitism Kills!’ during the ‘Britain Stands With British Jews’ rally at Downing Street in May in London, England. Antisemitic incidents have risen dramatically against Jews globally and in the United States and violence has become once again part of Jewish l
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Eight indicted for campus threats at University of Michigan, protesters called it free speech

When protest crosses into intimidation, universities need legal clarity – not endless debates over definitions

Students demonstrate during a pro-Palestinian protest during the University of Michigan’s spring commencement ceremony on May 4, 2024 at Michigan Stadium.
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