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Zicaron Bassalon unites Holocaust Memorial, Jewish Agency and Hannah Charlier

Zicaron Bassalon unites Holocaust Memorial, Jewish Agency and Hannah Charlier
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Scholarship Fund Raises R$49.5M, Secures Studies for 865 Students

Scholarship Fund Raises R$49.5M, Secures Studies for 865 Students

The campaign mobilized 4,518 donors and hundreds of volunteers; the closing event at Hebraica was marked by emotion and celebration with a traditional...

03.09.2026 50

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President of the Albert Einstein Hospital Council Invited by Flávio Bolsonaro

President of the Albert Einstein Hospital Council Invited by Flávio Bolsonaro
31.08.2026 70

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India Naftali Interviews Eduardo Bolsonaro on Politics and 2026 Race

India Naftali Interviews Eduardo Bolsonaro on Politics and 2026 Race

Tel Aviv — In an interview conducted by India Naftali, a renowned journalist specializing in international politics and Israeli affairs, federal...

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Scholarship Fund Launches Online Drive to Raise R$53.6M, Mobilizes Community

Scholarship Fund Launches Online Drive to Raise R$53.6M, Mobilizes Community

The Scholarship Fund of the Jewish Community of São Paulo launched its annual fundraising campaign on Monday, August 24. This year’s goal is to...

29.08.2026 50

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Hebraica, Memories and Generations: The Journey of Mônica Baran

28.08.2026 70

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Daniella Marques Talks Brazil’s Economic Future at Fisesp Event

26.08.2026 50

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CONIB Launches Project to Decode and Confront Antisemitism

26.08.2026 80

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Argentina Removes Judge for Antisemitism

24.08.2026 70

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19th Fisesp Aging Seminar unites 325, expands to Latin America

21.08.2026 80

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Light shines in the darkness.

20.08.2026 70

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“A Place for Us” Celebrates CIP’s 90 Years at Sala São Paulo

With a stellar cast from Brazilian musical theater, the show brought together Broadway and Brazil in a night of music, memory, and emotion that will...

19.08.2026 70

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Jewish Society of Ceará Inaugurates Library Honoring David Rosenthal

Last Friday (14), the Jewish Society of Ceará (SIC) in Brazil, celebrated a special moment of memory, culture, and knowledge with the inauguration of...

18.08.2026 100

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From Aliyah to Today: The Journey of Riva Hadary

Riva Hadary is a licensed tour guide in Israel who has built a career marked by diverse experiences and a unique ability to connect cultures. Since...

17.08.2026 70

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Luiz Sayão: The aesthetics of terror and the light of the Lord

Luiz Sayão — one of Brazil’s foremost theologians, Hebraists, and linguists — leads us into a profound reflection on how evil ideologies...

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Women’s Movement That Helped Build Medicine in Israel Gains Strength in Brazil

A century-old organization, present on five continents, expands its presence in Brazil and connects Brazilian philanthropy to one of the world’s...

15.08.2026 100

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Beyond Silence: Women Who Raised Voices for Israel Applauded at Hebraica SP

A panel moderated by journalist Benjamin Back brought together Ana Beatriz Prudente Alckmin, Cris Monteiro, Fernanda Scarambone, Juliana Leite (Julie...

13.08.2026 50

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Fleeing the Terror: The Story of Ariella Pardo Segre

São Paulo – In 1943, as Nazi persecution intensified in Italy, the Pardo family risked everything to survive. Guided by a smuggler and sheer...

13.08.2026 80

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Presidential Candidate Renan Santos Meets Jewish Leaders on Key Issues

Antisemitism, Brazil–Israel relations, and the security of Jewish institutions were among the main topics discussed at the meeting. On Monday,...

11.08.2026 100

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Jack Terpins Receives Silver Salver from São Paulo City Council

Tribute proposed by Councilwoman Cris Monteiro recognized decades of dedication by Jack Terpins to the Jewish community, dialogue, and the development...

10.08.2026 70

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Exclusive: Deputy Greyce Elias on Brazil’s Role Against Antisemitism

Federal Deputy Greyce Elias speaks about the Manifesto against antisemitism, the union between Christians and Jews, and Brazil’s role in defending...

08.08.2026 100

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9th International Congress on Biblical Archaeology Brings Experts to São Paulo

From August 27 to 29, São Paulo will host the 9th edition of the largest international congress on biblical archaeology in Latin America. Organized...

06.08.2026 50

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Governor Tarcísio reaffirms commitment to Jewish community security at Fisesp

São Paulo, August 3, 2026 – Governor of São Paulo, Tarcísio de Freitas, attended on Monday (3) a meeting organized by the Jewish Federation of...

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Marcia Kelner Polisuk: Brazilian psychologist strengthening ties with Israel

Marcia Kelner Polisuk, a Brazilian passionate about Israel, zionist and visionary, spearheaded a major initiative by bringing to Brazil Major Rafael...

05.08.2026 70

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The Horror Experienced by Miklos Kahan: From War to Reconstruction in Brazil

Between Horror and Reconstruction: The Journey of Miklos Kahan In an interview conducted by Sarita Mucinic Sarue, with the presence of Pricila Kahan...

03.08.2026 70

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Chamber of Deputies Hosts First Regional Security and Counterterrorism Forum

Confronting terrorism and transnational organized crime increasingly demands cooperation among governments, experts, security institutions, and public...

02.08.2026 100

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The Jews Who Helped Build Broadway: Inside A Place for Us–From Broadway to Brazil

When we think of Broadway, dazzling musicals, bright theaters, and legendary performers immediately come to mind. What many don’t realize is that...

01.08.2026 100

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Israelite Confederation of Brazil Expands Global Role at Haifa Conference

The Brazilian Jewish Confederation (CONIB) took part in the Contemporary Antisemitism Conference Haifa 2026, held July 7–9 at the University of...

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Fisesp Holds 19th Aging Seminar Focused on Rights, Care, and Active Longevity

By 2030, Brazil will have more people aged 60 and over than children and adolescents up to 14 years old, according to IBGE projections. The rapid...

29.07.2026 70

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Presenter Otávio Mesquita visits Jewish Immigration and Holocaust Memorial

This July, television presenter Otávio Mesquita visited the Jewish Immigration and Holocaust Memorial, located in the Bom Retiro neighborhood of São...

28.07.2026 80

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Understanding Brazil:The Executive–Legislative Nexus in Brazilian Foreign Policy

In the last installment of this interview series, Clarita Costa Maia examined the institutional architecture behind Brazilian foreign policymaking,...

27.07.2026 80

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Brazil’s Música pela Cura Brings Shlomo Mintz for Kids With Cancer

Presented by TUCCA – Association for Children and Adolescents with Cancer, the concert series that has raised funds for medical care since 2000...

26.07.2026 80

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The Spanish Inquisition: When Religion, Politics, and Power Walked Hand in Hand

In this article, we are joined by Daniela Levy, one of the most respected voices in Brazil when it comes to the history of the Inquisition.  Daniela...

25.07.2026 100

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Cubans Lead Refugee Requests in Brazil, Surpassing Venezuelans

Brazil is experiencing a significant shift in the profile of asylum seekers. For the first time, Cubans have outnumbered Venezuelans and become the...

23.07.2026 70

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Exclusive Interview: Apostle Paulo de Tarso, Leader of the Apostolic House

A prominent figure in Brazil’s religious landscape, Apostle Paulo de Tarso has devoted himself to the mission of bringing Jews and Christians closer...

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Weizmann Institute Research Opens New Path for Alzheimer’s Treatment

Phase 1 clinical trial reports positive results for a brain-protective immunotherapy in patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease Dozens of...

21.07.2026 80

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Special Visit to Holocaust Memorial Brings Institutions Together in São Paulo

In July, the Holocaust Memorial, located in the Bom Retiro neighborhood of São Paulo, hosted a special visit that brought together around 50...

20.07.2026 70

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Rosalind Franklin: The DNA of Scientific Revolution — By Sandra Chayo

Sandra Chayo, businesswoman and lecturer, descendant of Lebanese and Bolivian Jews, uses her calm and engaging voice to tell the stories of...

18.07.2026 90

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All We Have Standing Between Us: 250 Years of Jews and American Democracy

For 250 years, American Jews have helped shape, challenge, and reimagine the nation’s democratic ideals. All We Have Standing Between Us: 250 Years...

17.07.2026 100

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Evangelical Parliamentary Front releases historic manifesto on antisemitism

Brasília, July 8, 2026 — The Apostolic House (Casa Apostólica) and the Evangelical Parliamentary Front (FPE) of the National Congress filed, in...

16.07.2026 100

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Jews in the U.S. Report Rising Insecurity After October 7

A survey conducted by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and published by the Times of Israel shows that six in ten American...

15.07.2026 90

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From Morocco to the Amazon: The Extraordinary Journey of Moroccan Jews in Brazil

I invited journalist Celia Bensadon to share with us a remarkable chapter of Jewish culture in Northern Brazil. Through her words, we are guided into...

14.07.2026 100

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German Consul General Martina Hackelberg Honored at Hebraica São Paulo Luncheon

On Tuesday (7), Hebraica São Paulo and community leadership warmly honored the Consul General of Germany in São Paulo, Martina Hackelberg, on the...

13.07.2026 90

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Prada Under Fire: The Controversial Appointment of Marwan Abdelhamid

São Paulo – Prada, a global icon of luxury, recently announced Palestinian singer Marwan Abdelhamid as its new global ambassador. The decision has...

12.07.2026 100

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Spain: From the Inquisition to Hamas

At Spain’s traditional bull run, held this July 2026 during the chupinazo that opens the San Fermín festivities, a crowd unfurled a banner reading...

10.07.2026 80

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Ida Sztamfater: The Power of Family Memory, Overcoming Adversity

The story of Ida Sztamfater is a living testimony to how Holocaust memory and the resilience inherited from her mother shaped a life dedicated to care...

09.07.2026 80

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Understanding Brazil: Who Really Shapes Brazilian Foreign Policy? Part I

In the last two interviews, Clarita Costa Maia argued that effective diplomacy in Brazil requires far more than an understanding of the country’s...

09.07.2026 90

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Weizmann Creates Plant Producing Psychedelics for New Therapies

A genetically modified plant capable of producing five psychedelic compounds with therapeutic potential for psychiatric disorders could transform the...

07.07.2026 100

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Brazil: Federal Police Investigate Online Trade of Nazi Items

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), an agency linked to the Ministry of Human Rights and Citizenship, has submitted a petition to the Federal...

06.07.2026 100

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André Lajst Honors Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Strengthening Israel Ties

This week, the Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein received a special tribute that symbolizes not only recognition but also the historical and cultural...

05.07.2026 90

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