January 27 this year marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz by Soviet troops in the waning months of World War II. The date is observed as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in many countries, and many commemorative events … continue reading →
The distinctive red brick former United Hebrew Congregation synagogue in the English seaside resort of Blackpool is up for auction (again) five years after it was sold at auction for £100,000 following planning permission to convert it into apartments. It … continue reading →
We’re in the Hebrew month of Tevet, whose Zodiac sign is the Goat — or Gedi — AKA Capricorn. The representation of the Zodiac was a fairly common feature of the painted decoration of synagogues in parts of Eastern Europe … continue reading →
We wish all our readers a Happy Hanukkah! In these difficult times, the spirit of Light is needed even more — so, like last year, we want to celebrate Light. Here are some images of Light and Lights in and … continue reading →
The City of London has once again refused plans for a towering office block that would have overshadowed historic Bevis Marks synagogue. In a vote last week, the City of London Planning Committee voted 14 to eight against approving the … continue reading →
