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From Aliyah to Today: The Journey of Riva Hadary

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...

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Silas Anastacio

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

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

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...

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

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...

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Fleeing the Terror: The Story of Ariella Pardo Segre

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...

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Presidential Candidate Renan Santos Meets Jewish Leaders on Key Issues

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,...

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Jack Terpins Receives Silver Salver from São Paulo City Council

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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Governor Tarcísio reaffirms commitment to Jewish community security at Fisesp

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Maccabiah 2026: Shalom Brasil Brings Pride and History

Maccabiah 2026: Ceremonial Moment Jerusalem witnessed a historic night at the opening of Maccabiah 2026, held at the Teddy Stadium. The event gathered...

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Legacy Begins with Stories

Educator connected to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Dana L. Revi turns a lifelong dream into a children’s book that brings families closer to...

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Ale Chianelli Pays Tribute to the Jewish Community in São Paulo

One of the leading figures in Brazilian journalism, Ale Chianelli, visited the Holocaust Memorial in Bom Retiro, São Paulo, in honor of the Jewish...

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Understanding Brazil: Twenty, or more, Lessons for Diplomacy (Part II of II)

Continuation of the Interview with Dr. Clarita Costa Maia… In the first installment of this interview, Dr. Clarita Costa Maia offered valuable...

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Understanding Brazil: Twenty, or more, Lessons for Diplomacy (Part I of II)

Over the next two installments, this column will feature an in-depth conversation with Dr. Clarita Costa Maia, a Brazilian legal scholar,...

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StandWithUs Brazil: A National Phenomenon

StandWithUs Brazil has established itself as one of the country’s most significant phenomenon, emerging as a true success story in the institutional...

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Rikuday Festival’s 10th Edition Unites 2,000 Through Dance and Art

The 10th edition of Rikuday – Dance and Art Festival of the Congregação Israelita Paulista (CIP) – gathered more than two thousand people last...

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Marc Bloch in the French Panthéon

France paid one of its highest national honours this week to Marc Bloch and his wife, Simonne. Their remains were transferred to the Panthéon in...

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Fisesp Bids Farewell to Israeli Consul General Rafael Erdreich in São Paulo

The Jewish Federation of the State of São Paulo (Fisesp) held a farewell breakfast on Tuesday, June 24, at its headquarters, in honor of Rafael...

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Groundbreaking Certification Trains Leaders to Confront Antisemitism

The fight against antisemitism demands knowledge, courage, and mobilization. With this conviction, the Brazilian Israelite Confederation (CONIB)...

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Culture and Resistance: An Unforgettable Journey at the Jewish Museum

On Sunday, June 21, the Jewish Museum of São Paulo welcomed nearly 50 visitors for a special tour. Among the institutions represented were TJCII –...

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Chaverim Group Moves Hearts at Rikuday

Last Sunday, the stage of Rikuday — CIP’s dance festival celebrating a decade of existence — was filled with emotion and representation. Among...

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IBArq: Rediscovering Biblical History and the Roots of Western Civilization

In an era marked by debates on identity, culture, and historical memory, interest is growing in understanding the origins of Western civilization and...

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