Israel’s population grows to 8.2 million Israel’s population increased to nearly 8.2 million, according to figures released just ahead of Israel Independence Day, or Yom Ha’atzmaut.
Reform movement mulls leaving Presidents Conf. in wake of J Street rejection The Union for Reform Judaism is seeking an overhaul of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in the wake of its rejection of J Street’s bid for membership.
Leno will make first visit to Israel to emcee Genesis Prize ceremony Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno will visit Israel to host an event awarding the first Genesis Prize.