for Friday, March 24, 2023

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu vows more active role in Israel’s judiciary fight following a day of tense protests

Ben Sales in Forward

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel addressed the nation following intense national protests against his government's controversial judicial overhaul plan.

0 Politics History

How the Bank Collapse Goes Nuclear

Ashley Rindsberg in Tablet

The recent financial crisis, marked by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and other significant financial institutions like Credit Suisse, underscores systemic vulnerabilities in global banking.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

Yiddish poet Rivka Basman Ben-Hayim has died at 98

שׂרה־רחל שעכטער in Forward

Renowned Yiddish poet Rivka Basman Ben-Hayim, an influential figure in Jewish literature, passed away at the age of 98.

Culture ›

0 Culture Television/Film

Despite missed Yom Kippur clue, Jewish studies professor was a 3-day 'Jeopardy!' champ

Adam Kovac in Forward

Melissa Klapper, a professor of Jewish women's history, recently completed a successful three-day run as a Jeopardy! champion, earning $59,100.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Countertop cover company aims to stick the landing one year after its Passover product fail

Jacob Henry in Forward

Kosher Dekal, a New Jersey-based company known for its Passover countertop linings, returns to the market after a significant backlash last year from sticky residue issues.

History ›

0 History Holocaust

They fought for Israel. They died with their lives a mystery. Now, strangers are uncovering their stories

Hillel Kuttler in Forward

Dorit Perry's quest began in 2010 when she discovered a tombstone in Jerusalem's Mount Herzl Military Cemetery that, unlike most, was missing key biographical details.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

A Brooklyn ‘bridge’ of his own

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Antonio Reynoso, Brooklyn's borough president and the first Latino in the role, maintains his progressive values while building bridges with the borough's diverse communities, including Orthodox Jewish groups.

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March 24's Short Reads

Tablet Shabbos by the Sea

Tablet Cover Your Ears

Tablet Were ‘Ordinary Poles’ Perpetrators of the Holocaust?

Forward My sons owe me so much money I’m broke. How do I get them to repay me?

Between The Lines Key Coalition Figure To NY Rabbis: We’re Not Interested.

Lehrhaus A Jewish Perspective on God’s Presence in Islam

Tablet Passover FAQ

Tablet The Joys of Garlic

Tablet Literary Phenom Flames Out

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