Refugees

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
Photo: AAP image/Mick Tsikas

August 29, 2024, 11:44 am

Jews felt ‘uncomfortable and marginalised’

A Liberal MP claims the normally bipartisan event was politicised, with Labor politicians criticising opposition leader Peter Dutton's stance on allowing refugees from Gaza into Australia.

By Bruce Hill

Eritrean protesters clash with Israeli riot police in Tel Aviv.
Photo: AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg

September 12, 2023, 7:06 am

Eritrean expats riot in Tel Aviv

The Magen David Adom emergency service said the injured included 30 police officers who suffered light-to-moderate wounds. Tel Aviv's Ichilov Medical Centre said it treated 14 seriously injured individuals...

By AJN STAFF

Troye Sivan and his dreidel.
Photo: Getty Images/Mike Marsland/WireImage

September 5, 2023, 7:18 am

On the subject of Troye Sivan’s $1800 dreidel

"It's all about taking a second to treat yourself, slow down and be present in your space that you love."

By AJN STAFF

September 4, 2023, 12:20 pm

What’s behind the doll’s eyes?

What happens when a young woman escaping Germany crosses paths with a Yiddish poet fleeing persecution? A love story. But Doll's Eye is so much more than that; it's a commentary on what's really behind what we see in front of our very own eyes. The AJN spoke to author Leah Kaminsky about her latest novel.

By Jessica Abelsohn

B'nai B'rith Australia New Zealand (ANZ) is honouring documentary filmmaker Saulius Berzinis (pictured) with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Photo: DefendingHistory.com

August 31, 2023, 12:48 pm

Berzinis uncovers truth of Lithuanian atrocities

"We are deeply honoured to recognise Mr Berzinis for his extraordinary efforts in preserving the memory and legacy of Lithuanian Jewry and uncovering the whole truth about its annihilation," said president of B'nai B'rith ANZ Benny Monheit.

By AJN STAFF

Israelis and Ethiopian Jews board flights from Gondar and Bahir Dar to Addis Ababa on August 10. Photo: Israel Embassy in Addis Ababa

August 21, 2023, 7:04 am

Israel rescues 200 from Ethiopia conflict

The operation came several days after a number of Israelis were reportedly rescued from the area. The Foreign Ministry had earlier urged Israelis in Amhara to remain at secure locations and try to maintain contact with the embassy in Addis Ababa, while calling on others to reconsider travel plans to the country.

By LAZAR BERMAN

August 13, 2023, 1:27 pm

How The Joint found Marc Chagall in its archives

When photo and film archivist Minda Novek spotted children waving American and Portuguese flags on the decks of the Mouzinho in 1940s footage, it led her to the discovery of the repatriation of Russian–French artist Marc Chagall to the USA.

By Carol Saffer

From left: Gali Brooks, Rosemary Kariuki and Ashley Feldman at the screening of Rosemary's Way at the Classic Cinemas in Melbourne.

July 23, 2023, 6:54 am

Addressing loneliness and isolation

"Refugees often arrive in a new country without family or friends, lacking ties or connections, unfamiliar with the culture and bureaucracy, sometimes unable to understand the language and burdened by post-traumatic experiences."

By AJN STAFF

Year 5 students at Carmel School took part in the In My Pocket workshop.

July 13, 2023, 12:18 pm

‘In My Pocket’ workshop at Carmel School

The students reflected on their artwork, putting their thoughts on paper to explain the motivation behind their creations and went on to share their reflections with their teachers and peers.

By AJN STAFF

A copy of the file on Ulrich Schnaft that Israel's General Security Agency recently declassified. Photo: Israel State Archives via Haaretz

June 13, 2023, 7:03 am

The former Nazi who enlisted in the IDF

One report said he had shown a picture of himself in "SS uniform or German army uniform" while drunk. Asked about this later, Schnaft said it was just a costume.

By AJN STAFF

June 4, 2023, 6:59 am

Lens on wartime Shanghai

Horst Eisfelder is being remembered for his comprehensive photography in the ghetto, which has created a record for posterity.

By Peter Kohn

Lotti Tugendhaft celebrating Purim at Emmy Monash Aged Care in 2018. Photo: Peter Haskin

May 21, 2023, 7:04 am

Survivor mourned at 102

Before the Communists swept across China in 1949, Lotti and Josef left for Australia. Lotti took part in the family's fashion business Delphine for over 20 years

By Peter Kohn

Labassa Mansion, Manor Gve, Caulfield. Photo: Peter Haskin

April 27, 2023, 12:15 pm

Return to Labassa

All the owners from 1946 onwards; Lapin, Aisen, Glickman and Kazer were Jewish refugees, and it was home to Jewish Holocaust survivors from 1950 to 1965.

By Mia Gardiner

A JDC volunteer delivers lifesaving humanitarian aid to a family in Kyiv, Ukraine. Photo: Supplied

April 26, 2023, 7:21 am

Funds for Ukraine

Beyond the Jewish community, The Joint has also provided winter survival aid to 22,000 people in need, evacuated over 13,000 people and provided baby formula to young mothers.

By AJN STAFF

April 20, 2023, 1:09 pm

The Fred Hollows Foundation awards

“We are privileged in Australia and if we can do something that would benefit those who are less privileged, I think this is such a great opportunity,” Ali said.

By Mia Gardiner