for Saturday, March 9, 2024

Art ›

0 Art Israel

The Future of Jewish newsletter features a guest essay by artist Anna Abramzon discussing the silencing of Jewish artists amid anti-Israel sentiments.

0 Art Culture

Ballet review: two companies, two styles

Joy Sable in Jewish Chronicle

The Royal Ballet's production of "Swan Lake" at the Royal Opera House shines with stunning designs, beautiful dancing by Marianela Nunez and Vadim Muntagirov, and standout performances by supporting dancers like Luca Acri and Valentino Zucchetti.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

White supremacists, seizing on Israel-Hamas war, have accelerated their antisemitism since Oct. 7

Andrew Lapin in Forward

White supremacist activity targeting Jews has increased since the Israel-Hamas war outbreak, with incidents like antisemitic remarks at an Evanston city council meeting illustrating a concerning trend.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Germans of WWII and Palestinians of Now

Emes Ve-Emunah

The text discusses the complicity and indifference of Germans during the Holocaust and draws parallels to the indifference of Palestinians towards Jewish suffering today.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Jewish head of major San Francisco arts center resigns over anti-Israel artist protests

Andrew Lapin in Forward

In the wake of a protest by pro-Palestinian artists at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, the Jewish interim CEO Sara Fenske Bahat has resigned, citing antisemitism and feeling unsafe in the museum.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Worried about a deluge of antisemitic content, Jewish federations ask Congress to act

Beth Harpaz in Forward

The Jewish Federations of North America have urged a U.S. congressional committee to pass a bill that could potentially ban TikTok or compel its China-based parent company to divest.

Communities ›

0 Communities History

Meet the Jewish family that operates Manhattan’s oldest and only typewriter repair shop

Julia Gergely in Forward

Gramercy Typewriter Company, Manhattan's last-standing typewriter store, has been operating since 1932 and is currently owned by Paul and Jay Schweitzer, a Jewish father-son duo continuing the family business.

0 Communities Leadership

On this International Women’s Day, I celebrate the generosity of my forebears in Exodus

Rabbi Rebecca Blady in JTA

On International Women's Day, the author reflects on celebrating women's achievements without being performative or political while highlighting exemplary female leadership in the Book of Exodus, particularly in Parashat Vayakhel.

0 Communities Jewish Law

A penetrating new book asks: What does it mean to be Jewish, especially now?

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Noah Feldman's new book, "To Be a Jew Today: A New Guide to God, Israel, and the Jewish People," delves into the complexities of being Jewish in America today amidst various disagreements within the Jewish community.

0 Communities Politics

Utah is investigating a cidery that declared ‘No Zionists Allowed’

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Utah officials are investigating a cidery and bar in Salt Lake City for declaring "No Zionists Allowed" and targeting a local rabbi and kosher food truck operator who criticized the stance.

0 Communities History

Barbados and Its Jews

Jenni Frazer in Hadassah

Barbados has a rich Jewish history dating back to the 17th century when Dutch Sephardi Jews settled on the island, bringing innovative sugar-milling technology that revolutionized the industry.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Art

21 countries agree to updated guidelines on Nazi-looted art as researchers say much work remains

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward

More than 20 countries have agreed to updated guidelines on Nazi-looted art, which aim to strengthen the 1998 Washington Principles on Nazi-Confiscated Art.

0 Holocaust History

Monument to Ukrainian soldiers who served under Nazis removed from Canadian cemetery

Beth Harpaz in Forward

A monument honoring Ukrainian soldiers who served in a Nazi division during World War II has been removed from a cemetery in Ontario after lobbying by Jewish leaders and others.

0 Holocaust Television/Film

Dutch tram company that carried Anne Frank to her doom sought compensation for their trouble, new research shows

Toby Axelrod in Forward

A new research study reveals that the Dutch tram company GVB, which transported Anne Frank and many other Amsterdam Jews to their deaths during the Holocaust, sought compensation for their services even after the war.

0 Holocaust History

A ‘new look’ at the Holocaust through fashion recycles old excuses for Nazi collaborators

Mira Fox in Forward

"The New Look" is a series on Apple TV+ that explores the relationship between fashion and the Holocaust through the lens of renowned designers Christian Dior and Coco Chanel during and after World War II.

Politics ›

0 Politics Education

Judith Butler is intentionally giving Hamas' terror legitimacy

Roy Peled in Forward

Judith Butler, a prominent American Jewish philosopher, sparked controversy by reframing Hamas' terrorism as armed resistance, arguing for precise language to enable open debate despite emotional topics.

0 Politics Leadership

'It’s just more death': Hundreds more rabbis demand ceasefire as call gains mainstream traction

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Over 450 rabbis signed a letter organized by Truah calling on President Biden to end the war in Gaza, stressing that a ceasefire is the only viable solution for humanitarian relief and hostage release.

0 Politics Education

Review Time

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent

Nikki Haley faced challenges in her political journey, with a recent focus on Biden, Israel, and internal Jewish community politics.

0 Politics Israel

Ester Cunio, 90, says talking about Messi saved her on Oct. 7. Now she wants the soccer star to help free her grandsons.

Juan Melamed in Forward

Ester Cunio, a 90-year-old grandmother of two Israeli hostages in Gaza, shared her story of evading capture during a terrorist attack by bonding with a Hamas member over soccer star Lionel Messi.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Rabbi Calling for Total Annihilation of Gazans is One of Us: How Do We Take Responsibility?

guestpost in Jewschool

Dr. Elana Sztokman highlights Rabbi Eliyahu Mali's call for the annihilation of all people in Gaza, including babies, and the lack of action to address or condemn his views.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Hamas is Nazi Germany, on a global scale.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the pervasive presence of antisemitism and hatred towards Jews among Palestinians and various Arab and Muslim populations, drawing parallels between this modern-day antisemitism and historical instances like Nazi Germany.

0 Politics Gender/Identity

This International Women’s Day, it's time to finally believe Israeli women

Noa Tishby in Forward

On International Women's Day, Noa Tishby calls for global recognition of the sexual violence, torture, and murder perpetrated by Hamas against Israeli women on Oct. 7.

Literature ›

0 Literature Education

Etgar Keret is writing again — and teaching an AI chatbot to do it better

Jodi Rudoren in Forward

Etgar Keret, a renowned Israeli writer, resumed writing after a period of writer's block following a traumatic event on Oct. 7.

0 Literature History

Yes, That’s a Jewish Doctor in the Children’s Classic ‘Madeline’

Molly Tolsky in Kveller

The classic children's book "Madeline" by Ludwig Bemelmans features a Jewish doctor named Dr. Cohn who cares for Madeline when she is sick.

0 Literature History

Soviet Jewish Trauma Is at the Heart of This Darkly Comic Novel

Ruth Madievsky in Kveller

Novelist Katya Apekina's second book, "Mother Doll," delves into matrilineal intergenerational trauma, featuring a darkly funny family saga involving a pregnant 20-something named Zhenia in Los Angeles and her Jewish Russian Revolutionary great-grandmother, Irina.

Music ›

0 Music Communities

Their grandfather was a celebrity during the golden age for Jews in Iran. So why did he leave?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

The podcast series "The Nightingale of Iran" explores the life of Younes Dardashti, a Jewish maestro who was a celebrated singer in Iran during the mid-20th century.

0 Music Art

The Met’s New ‘Therapeutic’ Forza Is a Disaster

David P. Goldman in Tablet

The Metropolitan Opera's recent adaptation of Giuseppe Verdi's "The Force of Destiny" by Mariusz Trelnsky was criticized for its misguided portrayal, focusing on Freudian themes rather than the opera's historical and dramatic context.

Sports ›

0 Sports Gender/Identity

The Jewish Sport Report: Meet Jordan Harris, the Black Jewish NHL player on a mission to change hockey

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Jordan Harris, a biracial and Jewish NHL player for the Montreal Canadiens, is focused on fostering inclusivity in hockey, knowing he's a rare presence in a predominantly white league with few Jewish players.

0 Sports Communities

Black Jewish NHL player Jordan Harris has a goal: to diversify hockey

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

Jordan Harris, a Black Jewish defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, aims to diversify hockey and inspire other kids to pursue professional hockey by sharing his unique background as the NHL's only Black Jewish player.

0 Sports Politics

Liel Abada, Israeli soccer player who sat out amid pro-Palestinian fan displays, to join MLS team

Louis Keene in Forward

Israeli footballer Liel Abada, who had been sitting out games for Celtic FC due to pro-Palestinian fan displays, is now joining Major League Soccer's Charlotte team for $8 million.

Culture ›

0 Culture Education

Is every red carpet look sort of Jewish? This meme queen says yes

Mira Fox in Forward

Shoshana Gottlieb, known for her Jewish red carpet reviews on social media, infuses humor by likening celebrities' outfits to Jewish themes and objects, making inaccessible worlds like the film industry relatable.

0 Culture Literature

It really is a thin line between love and hate

Aimee Belchak in Jewish Chronicle

The text discusses the thin line between love and hate, suggesting that individuals who challenge us the most may actually have romantic potential.

0 Culture Language

How Yiddish slogans captured a controversial cover story — and the precarious state of American Jews

Talya Zax in Forward

The April cover of The Atlantic features Yiddish slogans alongside English text, recalling the heyday of American Yiddish theater, to discuss Franklin Foer's article on the challenges facing American Jews.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Politics

Asking ‘What Would Bella Do?’

Susan Hornik in Hadassah

"Bella! This Woman's Place Is in the House" is a recent documentary exploring the life and legacy of Bella Abzug, a prominent Jewish activist and politician known for her advocacy of progressive causes, particularly women's and LGBTQ rights.

0 Gender/Identity Communities

Helping women in wartime: Key lessons in honor of International Women’s Day

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

On International Women's Day, Project Kesher highlights key lessons for supporting women in wartime, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing the unique challenges women face during conflicts.

0 Gender/Identity Communities

Women mentors backed off until I got the big C

Karen E H Skinazi in Jewish Chronicle

The author reflects on her journey seeking female mentors in academia, describing encounters with unhelpful responses from professors and feeling discouraged about balancing motherhood with a scholarly career.

Food ›

0 Food Holidays

Three fabulous cookbooks from amazing women to buy this Mother’s Day or for Purim

Victoria Prever in Jewish Chronicle

For this upcoming Mother's Day or Purim, three notable cookbooks have been highlighted.

History ›

0 History Politics

The Fleet Street hack who hobnobbed with Hitler before becoming a spy

Jenni Frazer in Jewish Chronicle

Peter Pomerantsev's book "How To Win An Information War" delves into the wartime propaganda tactics of individuals like Sefton Delmer, a foreign correspondent turned head of Special Operations for the British Political Warfare Executive during World War II.

Israel ›

0 Israel Sports

The Jerusalem marathon was not just a race, it was a mass-painkiller

Josh Kaplan Jerusalem in Jewish Chronicle

The Jerusalem marathon served not just as a race but as a poignant display of unity and resilience amidst difficult times in Israel.

0 Israel Music

Master of metal David Draiman shows Israel some heavy support

Nicole Lampert in Jewish Chronicle

Heavy metal star David Draiman, lead vocalist of Disturbed, who has family in Israel, broke his silence on his support for Israel during a Florida concert after receiving a bracelet with the words "Am Israeli Chai."

0 Israel Politics

In State of the Union, Biden tells Israel that humanitarian aid is not a ‘bargaining chip’

Ron Kampeas in Forward

In his State of the Union address, President Joe Biden emphasized the importance of providing humanitarian aid to Gaza without using it as a bargaining chip, calling on Israel to allow more aid into the region.

0 Israel Antisemitism

No Jews, No News

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses a double standard in the global spotlight on Israel and Jews, highlighting instances of violence and oppression elsewhere that receive less attention.

0 Israel Politics

Five months after Oct. 7, volunteers fight fatigue as they push for hostages’ release

Eliyahu Freedman in Forward

Yair Moses has been advocating for the release of his father, Gadi Moses, who was kidnapped in Gaza along with his mother.

Miscellaneous

How to Talk to Kids About Death

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet

When discussing death with young children, especially in the context of Jewish beliefs, it can be challenging to find the right approach.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Communities

No sex this Shabbat: Orthodox influencer sparks strike to highlight plight of chained woman

Louis Keene in Forward

Orthodox influencer Adina Sash, also known as Flatbush Girl, has initiated a Mikvah Strike, urging Orthodox women to withhold sex from their husbands until Malky Berkowitz receives a Jewish divorce from her husband in the Hasidic enclave of Kiryas Joel.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

Orthodox women activists pledge to hold ‘sex strike’ to protest religious divorce refusal

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Orthodox women activists are planning a sex strike to protest a husband's refusal to grant a religious divorce, leaving his wife unable to remarry under Jewish law.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

An American Adaptation of this Chaotic British Jewish Family Show Is Coming

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

An American adaptation of the British Jewish comedy show "Friday Night Dinner" is set to debut on Amazon FreeVee in April as "Dinner With the Parents," starring Michaela Watkins and Carol Kane.

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