United States

Maryland expands Iran, Sudan divestment list

Maryland’s state pension system has added 19 international companies in which it can no longer buy securities funds because they have businesses operating in Iran and Sudan.

Presidents Conference taps Richard Stone as chairman

Richard Stone, the chairman of the NCSJ, was elected unanimously as the next chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations.

U.S. blocks Quartet peace outline

The United States reportedly blocked an initiative by other major powers to outline an Israeli-Palestinian peace settlement.

Omri Casspi’s image defaced on billboard again

Suspect arrested in attack on Calif. Chabad center

Fire destroys Chabad preschool in Brooklyn

Empire Kosher chief recognized for food donations

U.S. Jewish leaders split along politics on impact of Egypt changes

In unusual U.S. visit, Israeli Knesset members try listening

Director Sidney Lumet dies at 86

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