Holocaust

After over 70 years, an international team of archaeologists uncovered five name tags linked to Jews murdered at the Sobibor extermination camp, sparking a search for their families.

A pendant discovered last year at Sobibor sparked a genealogical journey, connecting 34 family members who met for the first time.

This heartwarming story dates back to 1946, a year after the end of World War II. Twins George and Lucien were born in a German hospital to a Polish-born mother, who was liberated from a labor camp two years prior. Separated at birth and sent to different adoptive families, they reunited after 70 years.

J.R.R. Tolkien once lamented that there were no Jews in his family tree. If he were alive today, he might find comfort in having a Jewish great-grandson who observes Shabbat and keeps kosher.

Hairpins and women's jewelry uncovered in Sobibor reveal a poignant story from the Holocaust.

Exploring the unique impact and greatness of the Rebbe of Piaseczno, the 'Holy Fire,' who was martyred on the 4th of Cheshvan.

Discover how the Belz Rebbe escaped the clutches of the Nazis and continued to lead his community to new heights in Israel.

Beyond the siege of Jerusalem on the 10th of Tevet, various significant events have occurred on this date. The Rebbe of Ostrowiec was tragically murdered by the Nazis in 1943 on the night of the 10th of Tevet. In contrast, the mother of the Chasam Sofer became pregnant after praying fervently on the same date.

A comforting letter sent by Rabbi Pinchas Friedman from Jerusalem to his followers in France. The letter provides insights into the pressing question: Why are Jews constantly being killed?

After 9,000 Jews in Thessaloniki scraped together nearly $2 billion worth of treasure, it disappeared—and so did they.