Ben Weich

Ben Weich is a reporter for the JC.

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Orange Order apologises over party-goers mocking the Holocaust

Robert McLean, the executive officer of the Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland, said he was shocked by the "totally distasteful" photos

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Orange Order apologises over party-goers mocking the Holocaust

How synagogue security tackled knifeman

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Macron lends support to Israel

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Antisemitic crime reaches 'record levels'

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Outrage over Hitler fancy dress costume

The offending photographs were taken at an Orange Order-affiliated event at the Airdrie and District Orange Hall in Scotland

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July 16, 2017 13:03

Knifeman detained near synagogue

Contrary to rumours, the man did not attempt to enter Toras Chaim shul in Hendon

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July 16, 2017 10:43

Gove welcomes EU move on smoked salmon

H. Forman & Son's 'London cure' salmon now has the same status as champagne and Gorgonzola cheese

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July 13, 2017 16:29

Rabbis earn their Spurs with draw

Five all is a pretty respectable scoreline for the annual rabbis versus Spurs Legends fixture

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July 13, 2017 12:42

Khan urges Rudd to close Hezbollah loophole

Hezbollah's "terrorist wing" is banned in the UK, but its "political wing" is not, although the group itself does not make a distinction between the two

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July 13, 2017 12:41

Khan urges Rudd to close Hezbollah loophole

Shuls back New Year plan to boost marriage

The 'We Go Together' scheme is led by Mitzvah Day interfaith chair Daniela Pears

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July 13, 2017 09:36

Shuls back New Year plan to boost marriage

Lost Sendak book to be published

Presto and Zesto in Limboland, by the late Mr Sendak, was found by his assistant last year

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July 11, 2017 15:49

Largest-ever Jewish turnout at London Pride

Marchers display Star of David flags at ‘warm and welcoming’ event

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July 10, 2017 16:27

Largest-ever Jewish turnout at London Pride

Maccabiah: Motivation in action

Three very different competitors from the international Jewish sporting event tell their stories

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July 7, 2017 15:19

Pre-election lobby by presidential hopefuls

Russell Kett and Michael Goldstein offer their differing visions for the US

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July 7, 2017 10:11

Pre-election lobby by presidential hopefuls

Key Jewish centres in line for Arts Council funding

The National Holocaust Centre and Museum will get a funding boost of £1.2 million, while the Jewish Museums in London and Manchester will pick up £880,000 and £410,000, respectively

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July 6, 2017 14:57