IMAGE Magazine, New York’s largest Jewish family magazine, serves as a vibrant hub for the community, offering a diverse range of content designed to inform, inspire, and connect readers. From insightful articles on Jewish culture, tradition, and holidays to engaging profiles of prominent figures and families, IMAGE strives to reflect the multifaceted experiences within the Jewish community. Beyond cultural enrichment, the magazine also provides practical resources, including parenting tips, kosher recipes, and community event listings, making it an invaluable tool for families navigating daily life in New York City. The magazine’s visually appealing layout and compelling storytelling contribute to its wide readership and enduring popularity, solidifying its position as a leading voice and essential resource within the Jewish community.
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Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:34:35 +0000
Tragedy in Brooklyn: Speeding Driver Kills Jewish Mother and Two Children While Walking Home from Synagogue
Tragedy in Brooklyn: Speeding Driver Kills Jewish Mother and Two Children While Walking Home from Synagogue
A devastating car crash in Brooklyn on March 29 has sent shockwaves through New York City and the Jewish community, after a speeding driver fatally struck a mother and her two young daughters as they were walking home from synagogue on Shabbat. Prosecutors revealed that the driver, 32-year-old Miriam Yarimi, was traveling nearly three times […]
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:09:37 +0000
Israel’s Military Presence in Gaza: Strategic Hold or Prolonged Occupation?
Israel’s Military Presence in Gaza: Strategic Hold or Prolonged Occupation?
As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues to escalate, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has confirmed that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will maintain an indefinite military presence within buffer zones across Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. This declaration signals a long-term strategic shift in Israel’s security doctrine amid ongoing regional tensions. Since March 18, Israeli ground operations have […]
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:56:58 +0000
Trump vs. Harvard: Battle Over Tax-Exempt Status Heats Up
Trump vs. Harvard: Battle Over Tax-Exempt Status Heats Up
In a dramatic escalation of tensions between the Trump administration and one of America’s most prestigious universities, the IRS has been directed to review — and potentially revoke — Harvard University’s tax-exempt status. The move, led by the administration, comes amid allegations that Harvard has been promoting political ideologies in violation of its nonprofit charter. […]
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:57:02 +0000
Signs of Life Detected on Distant Planet K2-18b: A New Chapter in Cosmic Exploration
Signs of Life Detected on Distant Planet K2-18b: A New Chapter in Cosmic Exploration
In a groundbreaking discovery that could reshape humanity’s understanding of life beyond Earth, scientists have detected potential signs of biological activity on the distant exoplanet K2-18b, located 124 light-years away in the constellation Leo. Using the powerful instruments aboard the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), researchers identified dimethyl sulphide (DMS) and dimethyl disulphide (DMDS)—two molecules […]
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:39 +0000
In a Historic First, Police Allow 180 Jews to Ascend Temple Mount Together
In a Historic First, Police Allow 180 Jews to Ascend Temple Mount Together
In a landmark shift that signals a continued departure from decades-old religious protocols, Israeli police on Sunday allowed a group of approximately 180 Jewish visitors to ascend the Temple Mount at once, according to a report by Haaretz. Traditionally, Jewish groups permitted on the holy site have been limited to around 30 individuals at a […]
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:44:15 +0000
Jewish Educators in NYC Schools Denied Religious Observance Day to Prepare for Passover: ‘Erases Core Jewish Values’
Jewish Educators in NYC Schools Denied Religious Observance Day to Prepare for Passover: ‘Erases Core Jewish Values’
As Jewish communities across New York prepared for Passover, a major clash erupted between the city’s Department of Education and its Jewish educators. This year, the start of Passover fell on Saturday, April 12—coinciding with the Sabbath, making the day prior, Friday, April 11, critical for travel, preparation, and ritual observance. Yet Jewish school staff […]
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:37:08 +0000
China Trade War Heats Up as Tariffs Soar and Tensions Mount
China Trade War Heats Up as Tariffs Soar and Tensions Mount
The global economic battlefield just got hotter. The ongoing trade war between the United States and China has intensified sharply, with major developments emerging in both policy and economic performance. While China surprised analysts with a stronger-than-expected economic performance in the first quarter of 2025, tensions with the U.S. over trade practices are spiraling into […]
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:13:37 +0000
OpenAI Enters the Social Media Arena: A New Era of AI-Generated Networks
OpenAI Enters the Social Media Arena: A New Era of AI-Generated Networks
In a bold leap beyond the chatbot space, OpenAI is quietly developing a social media platform focused on AI-generated content, particularly images—a move that could redefine how users create and consume visual media online. According to internal sources, a working prototype of the network already exists, though it remains unclear whether it will debut as […]
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:07:39 +0000
Columbia Protest Leader Arrested by ICE at Citizenship Interview Sparks Legal and Political Uproar
Columbia Protest Leader Arrested by ICE at Citizenship Interview Sparks Legal and Political Uproar
Mohsen Mahdawi, a prominent Palestinian student leader and Columbia University activist, was arrested Monday by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents during what was supposed to be a routine U.S. citizenship interview. The arrest has ignited a legal battle and public outcry, with supporters, lawmakers, and civil rights advocates rallying in his defense. Mahdawi, a […]
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:20:25 +0000
Iran and U.S. Nuclear Talks Round 2: A Critical Juncture in Diplomatic Engagement
Iran and U.S. Nuclear Talks Round 2: A Critical Juncture in Diplomatic Engagement
The United States and Iran are set to resume high-stakes nuclear negotiations on April 19 in Muscat, Oman, marking the second round of direct diplomatic engagement in a bid to defuse escalating nuclear tensions. The talks come at a pivotal moment, with Iran’s uranium enrichment levels reaching 60% purity, dangerously close to the 90% threshold […]
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:09:37 +0000
Sages, celebrities, veterans, crooks: Take a NY cemetery’s Jewish walks of fame – and infamy
Sages, celebrities, veterans, crooks: Take a NY cemetery’s Jewish walks of fame – and infamy
Tucked between the hum of the Long Island Expressway and the flight path of LaGuardia Airport lies a hidden gem of Jewish American history—Mount Hebron Cemetery. Spanning 215 acres in Queens’ Kew Gardens Hills, it’s home to more than just gravestones. It’s a timeless archive of voices that once shaped the cultural, political, and spiritual […]
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 13:29:55 +0000
Bank of America Hit with $540 Million FDIC Fine Over Deposit Insurance Dispute
Bank of America Hit with $540 Million FDIC Fine Over Deposit Insurance Dispute
In a significant legal ruling, Bank of America has been ordered to pay $540.3 million to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) after a federal judge concluded that the bank underpaid its deposit insurance premiums between Q2 2013 and the end of 2014. Background of the Dispute The case centers on Bank of America’s alleged […]