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for Sunday, May 31, 2026

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Culture ›

0 Culture Israel

Israelis are extraordinary people in an ordinary land.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman explores the unique nature of Israeli society as portrayed in the song "Superheroes" by Hatikva 6, emphasizing how ordinary citizens simultaneously embody civilian and military roles due to Israel's ongoing security situation.

0 Culture History

The Jews' Real Superpower

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Nachum Kaplan explores the remarkable role of humor in Jewish survival and identity, positing that Jewish humor is a unique cultural adaptation to historical adversity.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

The new Canada is unsafe for Jews.

Eli Kowaz in Future of Jewish

Eli Kowaz, a Middle East analyst, reflects on the increasing antisemitism in Canada, a nation once perceived as tolerant and inclusive.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

For the first time, a kosher restaurant has won a Michelin star

Grace Gilson in JTA

Israeli chef Raz Shabtai's Miami restaurant, Mutra, has made history by becoming the first kosher restaurant to receive a Michelin star, symbolizing a significant achievement for the kosher culinary world.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

NJ-12 candidate Adam Hamawy decries antisemitism amid scrutiny of his Israel views

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Adam Hamawy, a Democratic candidate in New Jersey's 12th congressional district, has made headlines for his strong anti-Israel stance, which has sparked controversy and drawn attention during his campaign.

0 Politics Israel

Mamdani endorses former Columbia encampment organizer Darializa Avila Chevalier

Joseph Strauss in JTA

Darializa Avila Chevalier, a democratic socialist and critic of U.S. support for Israel, has received a significant endorsement from New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani for her congressional bid in the 13th District.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Politics

The New Season of ‘Fauda’ Tackles October 7

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

The new season of "Fauda" delves into the traumatic and complex repercussions of the October 7 events, focusing on its lead character Doron Kabilio's struggle with memory loss and PTSD following an injury during the conflict.

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