March 4, 2020

Purim is a holiday for partying. This year, the coronavirus makes things different.

As the epidemic surges all over the world, whether or not to proceed with long-planned events has become a tough decision.

By Ben Sales March 4, 2020 6:45 pm

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AIPAC alerts participants that some were in contact with coronavirus patient

“To our knowledge, no one who attended the conference has tested positive for coronavirus at this time,” the Israel lobbying group said.

March 4, 2020 5:59 pm

A Yeshiva University student wears a face mask on the grounds of the university on March 4, 2020 in New York City. (David Dee Delgado/Getty Images)

We’re tracking the impact of the coronavirus on the Jewish world. Here’s what we know.

At least one Jewish man with coronavirus is in critical condition, and Jewish institutions are struggling to adapt as the virus spreads.

March 4, 2020 4:56 pm

In Texas, a conservative Jewish teen helps unite Democrats and Republicans

By Alix Wall March 4, 2020 3:52 pm

Mendl Weinstock and his sister Riva posing for a picture with Shocky the llama in Cleveland, Ohio on March 1, 2020. (Courtesy of Mendl Weinstock)

This brother vowed he would bring a llama to his sister’s wedding. And he did — wearing a tuxedo and kippah.

By Cnaan Liphshiz March 4, 2020 2:27 pm

Jewish Institutions Batten Down as Wife, Kids and Neighbor of New Rochelle Man Test Positive for Coronavirus

By by Steve Lipman March 4, 2020 2:17 pm

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Stop kissing mezuzahs to lower coronavirus risk, Israeli chief rabbi advises

By Cnaan Liphshiz March 4, 2020 2:17 pm

Kathy Manning, former chair of a major Jewish group, wins NC primary for another shot at congressional seat

By Ron Kampeas March 4, 2020 2:10 pm

Alan Gross says Bernie Sanders praised Cuba during a prison visit

By Ron Kampeas March 4, 2020 12:52 pm

Mike Bloomberg Suspends His Campaign And Endorses Joe Biden

By New York Jewish Week Staff March 4, 2020 12:25 pm

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