for Thursday, April 16, 2026

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Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Torah

Love Bends the Line

David Curwin in Lehrhaus

David Curwin explores the notion that love, encapsulated in the phrase "ahavah mekalkelet et ha-shurah" (love bends the line), transcends rational behavior by demonstrating devotion that seems excessive but holds deep inner coherence.

Education ›

0 Education Communities

As Ohio again tries to block Hebrew Union College's restructuring, a new rabbinical school emerges in Cincinnati

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati is facing a second lawsuit from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, who seeks to prevent the closure of its historic campus.

0 Education Communities

Top British private Jewish school closing amid funding challenges

Grace Gilson in JTA

Immanuel College, a distinguished Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in London, is closing due to financial struggles and decreasing student numbers.

0 Education Culture

A farewell to Hampshire College, site of my Yiddish awakening

Chana Pollack in Forward

Chana Pollack reflects on her transformative experiences at Hampshire College, where her Yiddish journey began.

0 Education Communities

In an Israeli bomb shelter, my students restored my faith in their generation’s resilience and commitment

Mark Shpall in JTA

The article by Mark Shpall reflects on an impactful trip with students from de Toledo High School to Israel, which coincided with the onset of conflict with Iran.

0 Education Culture

Hampshire College, incubator of Yiddish Book Center and a Holocaust-studies pioneer, to close

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Hampshire College, a liberal arts institution known for its innovative educational approaches, is set to close at the end of the year due to financial difficulties, including declining enrollments and rising debts.

0 Education Culture

Hampshire College closure reverberates for alumni who treasured a Yiddishist hub

Hannah Feuer in Forward

Hampshire College, renowned for its alternative education model and significant contributions to the Yiddish revival movement in the U.S., is set to close by the end of the year due to financial difficulties.

Jewish Law ›

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Orthodox groups ask Supreme Court to hear case of Ohio man barred from hosting home prayer services

Grace Gilson in Forward

Orthodox Jewish groups are pushing for the U.S. Supreme Court to hear the case of Daniel Grand, an Orthodox Jew in University Heights, Ohio, who was barred from hosting prayer services at his home due to zoning laws.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Far-right Polish lawmaker draws outrage after calling Israel the ‘new Third Reich’

Joseph Strauss in Forward

Konrad Berkowicz, a far-right Polish lawmaker, incited outrage by presenting a distorted Israeli flag featuring a swastika and labeling Israel as the "new Third Reich" during a speech in parliament on Yom HaShoah.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Moderation cuts leave most extremist, antisemitic content on Instagram unchecked, ADL finds

Grace Gilson in JTA

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) report reveals that over 93% of antisemitic and extremist content on Instagram remains unaddressed, highlighting a significant failure in content moderation.

0 Antisemitism Communities

As hate crimes escalate, local governments must take the lead to secure communities at risk

eJewishPhilanthropy

The recent attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, underscores the critical need for enhanced security measures at Jewish institutions amidst rising antisemitic hate crimes.

History ›

0 History Holocaust

New Books on Hannah Senesh, the Woman Who Became Zionist Legend

Alan D. Abbey in Hadassah

Hannah Senesh's remarkable life and heroism as a paratrooper during World War II is explored in two newly released books: Douglas Century's "Crash of the Heavens" and Matti Friedman's "Out of the Sky."

0 History Education

With DEI out of favor, advocates push to honor the Jewish philanthropist who built 5,000 schools for Black children

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

The rediscovery of Julius Rosenwald's legacy highlights his pivotal role in funding nearly 5,000 schools for Black children during the Jim Crow era, an effort that is being revered amid current anti-DEI sentiments.

Science ›

0 Science Jewish Law

Many peptides sound like Yiddish words. Here’s why.

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

In a fascinating intersection of science and culture, Pinchas Cohen at the University of Southern California has discovered a variety of mitochondrial-derived peptides, naming them with Yiddish-inspired acronyms like SHLP (schlep) and MENTSH.

Communities ›

0 Communities Jewish Law

A pioneering Reform synagogue makes way for a booming Iranian Jewish community

Lauren Hakimi in Forward

Temple Beth-El, a historic Reform synagogue in Great Neck, New York, is downsizing due to shrinking membership amidst a demographic shift towards a growing Iranian Jewish Orthodox population.

0 Communities Leadership

Living the war, seeing the impact: A federation leader’s view from Israel

eJewishPhilanthropy

Sanford Antignas, a senior lay leader of the Jewish Federations of North America, reflects on his return to Israel amidst the recent conflict with Iran.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Hochul pushes 25-foot buffer around New York houses of worship as Mamdani wavers on local bills

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has proposed a plan to institute a 25-foot buffer zone around houses of worship in the state to enhance safety, particularly following the rise in antisemitic incidents.

0 Politics Israel

JD Vance heckled over Middle East policy at conservative event

Grace Gilson in Forward

Vice President JD Vance faced protests from antiwar hecklers during a Turning Point USA event, reflecting tensions among young Republicans over U.S. Middle East policy.

0 Politics Israel

JD Vance heckled over Middle East policy at Turning Point USA event

Grace Gilson in JTA

Vice President JD Vance faced criticism from antiwar hecklers during a Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia, highlighting rising opposition among young Republicans to U.S. Middle East policy.

0 Politics Israel

They had 20 years to do something, and they did nothing.

Future of Jewish

Harold Katz's essay offers a trenchant critique of international responses to Israel's security concerns, particularly regarding Hezbollah's sustained aggression and the ineffectiveness of UN enforcement of Resolution 1701.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Zohran Mamdani’s video chief lauded Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar

Will Bredderman in Jewish Insider

The video director responsible for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's viral campaign videos has come under scrutiny for past social media praise of Yahya Sinwar, the late leader of Hamas, who orchestrated a series of terror attacks on October 7, 2023.

0 Politics Israel

Inside the DNC working group at the center of Democrats’ Israel fight

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Amid growing divisions within the Democratic Party on U.S.-Israel relations and Middle East policy, a Democratic National Committee (DNC) working group has been established to forge consensus on these contentious issues.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jew-hate is sabotaging Europe’s foreign policy, again.

Vanessa Berg in Future of Jewish

Vanessa Berg argues that European nations are eschewing support for U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran's regime due to political and ideological factors rooted in antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Phasing out US subsidies for Israel's military will strengthen our alliance — not end it

Jeremy Ben-Ami in Forward

Jeremy Ben-Ami, founder of J Street, argues for phasing out U.S. military subsidies to Israel, asserting that this would strengthen, rather than weaken, the alliance between the two nations.

0 Politics Israel

Most American Jews oppose AIPAC spending in Democratic primaries, survey finds

Grace Gilson in Forward

A survey released by the liberal pro-Israel group J Street shows that a majority of American Jews oppose the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) using funds from Republican donors in Democratic primaries.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Three Jewish ‘Survivor’ Contestants Tell All

Rabbi Talia Kaplan in Kveller

Rabbi Talia Kaplan explores the intersection of Jewish identity and the reality TV show Survivor by interviewing three Jewish contestants: Ethan Zohn, Adam Klein, and Tiffany Seely.

Torah ›

0 Torah Philosophy

The Torah of Exposure

18Forty Staff in 18forty

Exploring Parshat Tazria-Metzora, this article delves into the interplay between physical and spiritual aspects as highlighted by Torah teachings.

Culture ›

0 Culture Food

Warm Lentil Salad with Roasted Artichokes

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table

Leah Koenig's article celebrates the Artemis II mission coinciding with Passover, drawing a parallel between the mission's diverse, accomplished crew and the universal themes of wonder, competence, and cooperation.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Art

Congress removes deadline for Holocaust-looted art claims, setting stage for more restitution battles

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

A new U.S. law, the 2025 Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act (HEAR Act), has been enacted, allowing more time for Holocaust survivors and their descendants to pursue claims on art looted by the Nazis.

0 Holocaust History

Jewish food writer Joan Nathan knew her relative became a Catholic martyr. A search reveals the rest of his Holocaust history.

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward

Joan Nathan, renowned as a Jewish food writer, recently delved into her family's Holocaust history through the Center for Jewish History's 'Histories and Mysteries' program.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Jewish Law

From Berlin to the global rabbinate: Leading in the age of Rabbi Google

eJewishPhilanthropy

Rabbi Gesa Ederberg reflects on her journey from Germany to becoming president of the Conservative/Masorti Movement’s Rabbinical Assembly.

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