Jews compete and unite globally through summer athletic competitions

Jewish unity takes center stage as 2026 Maccabiah opens in Jerusalem

Thousands of Jewish athletes from a record 43 countries gathered at Teddy Stadium to launch the “Jewish Olympics,” with moving tributes to hostages, wounded soldiers and Israel’s fallen.

How to find free outdoor fitness classes in Germany

Summer is the time to get outdoors and get active. From trail running groups to calisthenics gyms, here's how you can get fit for free with Germany's vibrant community sports scene.

Jewish Olympics open in Jerusalem with powerful display of unity

The 2026 Maccabiah Games, often called the “Jewish Olympics,” officially opened in Jerusalem with a powerful celebration of Jewish pride, resilience, and unity, bringing together 5,000 athletes from more than 30 countries less than a year after the event was postponed because of the war with Iran. Held just days before Israel marks 1,000 days [] The post Jewish Olympics open in Jerusalem with powerful display of unity appeared first on World Israel News.

Under the weight of October 7, Iran and Gaza wars, a smaller Maccabiah opens in Israel

About 5,000 athletes are participating in the Jewish sports competition held every four years in Israel, down from 10,000 four years ago In a sign of Israel's internal tensions, PM Netanyahu drew both applause and audible boos as he took the podium

Herzog at Maccabiah Games: We light the torch in the face of rising antisemitism

President Isaac Herzog welcomes Jewish athletes to Jerusalem for the 22nd Maccabiah Games, calling the event a display of strength against rising antisemitism.