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The article highlights several new Jewish books worth celebrating.
The text delves into the perplexing question of how seemingly normal individuals in 1930s Germany could accept and even enjoy life amid the genocide of Jews during the Holocaust.
The arrival of New York-style bagels in the UK has introduced the popular "everything bagel," a plain white bagel coated in a mix of sesame, poppy seed, onion, garlic, and salt.
The YouTube video delves into the history of the Rothschild family, tracing their banking empire from the Frankfurt ghettos to global prominence, while addressing enduring anti-Semitic conspiracy theories that depict them as controlling world events.
The discussion in "A Tragedy is Unfolding in Gaza" acknowledges the destruction and suffering in Gaza resulting from Israeli responses to terror attacks.
Guernsey, a picturesque island off the coast of Normandy, entices visitors with its beautiful coastline, wildlife, and relaxed atmosphere.
The CJN honors influential Canadian Jews who recently passed away, including figures like Patti Starr involved in a political scandal, Harry Davis the boxing referee, Jack Prince who survived the Holocaust, engineer Alexander Eisen, Rabbi Dovid Schochet of Chabad Lubavitch in Toronto, and women's rights advocate Lita-Rose Betcherman.
Reb Mendel Rubin discusses the rich history of his family's connection to Reb Shayale of Kerestir, a revered figure whose descendants are known as Reb Shayale's einiklach.
"Replay: Past and Present" discusses Jordan Mechner's works, focusing on his 1997 game The Last Express featuring a Jewish character, Anna, and his graphic memoir Replay.
During the period between Passover and Shavuot known as The Omer, marked by counting 49 days, parallels are drawn between historical tragedies and current events, particularly highlighting the plight of hostages in Gaza.
The article discusses the need for a "reset" in American Jewish life, highlighting the importance of honest conversations and self-assessment to adapt to changing needs and challenges.
In this text, the focus is on the story of the Karliner Rebbe, Rav Avraham Elimelech Perlow, who, in May 1939, visited Israel to pray for mercy amidst the impending darkness of the Holocaust.
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is complex, rooted in historical, ideological, and geopolitical factors.
An editor, as described by Joan Didion and Robert Gottlieb, plays a crucial yet ambiguous role in helping writers shape their ideas and achieve their goals.
The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history.
Provence, a region known for its summer heat and picturesque landscapes, was once a vibrant center of French Jewish life, particularly during the period when the papacy relocated to Avignon from 1309 to 1377, protecting the Jewish community there.
Claire Messud's latest novel, "This Strange Eventful History," delves into a fictionalized account of her family's diaspora from Algeria to various corners of the world.
Dr. Andrew Port's book "Never Again: Germans and Genocide after the Holocaust" delves into German reactions towards genocides occurring globally from the 1970s to the 1990s.
The recent antisemitic arson attack at a synagogue in Rouen, France, carried out by an Algerian citizen, has reignited concerns about rising antisemitism in the country.
The text discusses the implications of a helicopter crash in Iran that allegedly killed the president and foreign minister.
The podcast delves into the timeline of Resurrection, exploring what happens after the era of the Messiah, the concept of multiple resurrections, and the endpoint when the world can only endure for 6,000 years.
The Orthodox Church's presence in Alaska, with its mixture of Greek, English, and Slavonic languages, celebrates the Orthodox Christian feast of Pascha in a multisensory experience at the Cathedral of St. Innocent.
Sarah Schenirer, a significant figure in Jewish education, founded the Bais Yaakov network in Poland over a century ago, providing Orthodox Jewish girls with both religious and secular education.
Future of Jewish, a digital publication, aims to educate and inspire individuals about Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world, offering free access to all.
Moment Magazine hosted a Zoominar discussing Jimmy Carter's presidency and his advocacy for the Jewish community, shedding light on aspects of his administration that have been overlooked.

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