The pomegranate, or 'rimon' in Hebrew, is a multifaceted symbol within Jewish tradition, representing both love and war. Its historical significance is under...
In this opinion piece, Aviya Kushner critiques media portrayals of Hassan Nasrallah, the late Hezbollah leader, who is described by some outlets as a "toweri...
Exploring the surge of the word 'schlub' in modern discourse, Aviya Kushner delves into its usage to describe unkempt or incompetent individuals, predominant...
The article explores how discussions at the Democratic National Convention around the term "class" resonate differently within American Jewish communities. W...
The author reflects on the tense atmosphere in Paris during the Olympics, with the looming threat of war in the Middle East adding to the security concerns. ...
As tensions rise in Israel with fears of an imminent attack by Iran coinciding with the observance of Tisha B'Av, a Jewish day of mourning, the author grappl...
In a piece by Aviya Kushner, an encounter with an elderly woman in Israel sparks reflections on the current political climate under Benjamin Netanyahu's lead...
In a Tel Aviv jewelry store, a woman's emotional purchase of a green necklace amid ongoing warfare in Israel prompts reflections on the struggles and fears f...
The article discusses a new book, "Kafka: Selected Stories," which offers a masterful translation by Mark Harman, bringing readers closer to Franz Kafka's wo...
The article discusses the dangerous impact of lies, particularly in the context of former President Donald Trump's behavior during a recent debate, emphasizi...