INTERNATIONAL JEWISH COMMUNITY

Jun 02 2026BUSINESS

US Entertainment Buys: The Hidden Rules International Investors Overlook

International buyers often see the US entertainment world as a goldmine. Numbers back this up—recorded music hit $11. 5 billion in 2025 with streaming making up 82% of that growth. Film and TV spending topped $62. 2 billion the same year, jumping nearly 17% thanks to streaming services. The appeal i

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May 12 2026OPINION

Faith, Politics, and the Tightrope Jewish Communities Walk

Jewish groups often debate how to balance their values with political involvement. Some argue faith leaders should stay out of politics entirely. Others believe religious spaces should be used to push political agendas. But history shows mixing religion and politics too closely can backfire—even whe

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Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Stress, Faith and the Risk of Thoughts About Ending Life

Community workers in a Chinese city faced high pressure during the pandemic. Researchers followed them for a year, asking about how much stress they felt, their religious beliefs, and whether they had thoughts of suicide. They used three standard questionnaires to gather the data from 446 workers in

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

U. S. Colleges Face a Student Shortage Crisis

International students are choosing other countries over the U. S. for their studies. This is happening because of strict visa rules and more competition from other nations. A recent survey shows that the U. S. could see 150, 000 fewer international students this fall. This means less money for coll

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

Is International Personal Finance a Good Bet?

International Personal Finance (IPF) is a company that's been on the radar of investors and analysts alike. Recently, Shore Capital, a respected financial analyst, maintained their "Hold" rating on IPF. This suggests that while the company is performing adequately, it might not be the best time to i

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Nov 15 2025EDUCATION

How International Students Thrive in Chinese Universities

International students in China are doing pretty well, but there's room to grow. A recent study looked at how engaged these students are in their studies. Engagement means how much they put into their education, not just showing up but also thinking and feeling connected. The study found that overa

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May 29 2025HEALTH

How Zanzibar's Health Workers Got a Digital Payday

Community health workers (CHWs) are the backbone of achieving universal health coverage. They play a crucial role in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals. To keep them motivated and effective, paying them fairly is key. The World Health Organization and groups like the Community Health Impact

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May 20 2025EDUCATION

Struggling Abroad: How International Students Can Thrive

International students often face a mountain of challenges when they first arrive at a university in a foreign country. These students must deal with a lot more than just academics. They have to handle living on their own, managing money, and taking care of their own health. All of these tasks can b

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Apr 24 2025EDUCATION

How Will Community Colleges Adapt To New Rules?

Community colleges across the United States are facing a big challenge. Federal changes are coming and these changes could have a big impact on how these colleges operate. These colleges are worried, but they are not just sitting around. They are looking for ways to adapt and thrive in the new en

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Mar 26 2025EDUCATION

Will the US Stay a Top Choice for International Students?

International students are a big deal for U. S. colleges. They bring in lots of money and help with research. But lately, things have been uncertain. After a drop during the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international students has been going up again. This is good news for U. S. universities, whi

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