Led by celebrated educator Ruth Calderon, the institute has found new life in a deal with the municipality — though its financial future remains uncertain.

A close ally of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Hazan, who now serves as Israel's ambassador to Singapore, succeeds Sam Grundwerg, who's been in the role since 2018

The foundation named after the founder of a plush toy and troll empire is set to close its doors in 2033

The French philosopher and author tells eJP that even he was shocked by the immediacy of anti-Israel protests post-Oct. 7, but insists on the need for optimism

Led by David Lubin, whose daughter, Rose, was killed in a Jerusalem stabbing, the new branch is expected to be fully operational by early fall