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Holidays ›

0 Holidays Food

Five essential kitchen tools you need for Pesach

As Pesach approaches, it may be a good idea to equip your kitchen with five essential tools: a stick/immersion blender for making various dishes like sauces and soups, an air fryer that cooks quickly and efficiently, a spiralizer for creating vegetable noodles and latkes, a microplane for zesting fruits and grating spices, and ice cream/cookie scoops for uniform portions and creative presentations.

0 Holidays Culture

All the the Best Passover Clothes on the Internet

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

As Passover approaches, the internet offers a variety of festive clothing options for the whole family, from cozy pajamas to stylish dresses and themed t-shirts.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Today, in Canada, it is like Nazi Germany in the 1930s.

Freedom To Offend in Future of Jewish

An academic professor in Canada, Paul Finlayson, found himself suspended from his job after expressing support for Israel and criticism of Hamas on social media.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Trial set to begin in Blaze Bernstein murder case dominated by questions of antisemitism and homophobia

Louis Keene in Forward

The upcoming trial in the Blaze Bernstein murder case involves his former high school classmate, Samuel Woodward, who is accused of stabbing Bernstein to death in a park in 2018.

Politics ›

0 Politics

Horror and Humiliation in Gaza

David P. Goldman in Tablet

The text discusses the use of horror and humiliation as weapons in the conflict in Gaza, drawing parallels to historical events and analyzing their impact on Western and Islamic societies.

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Are we on the cusp of a ceasefire and hostage deal?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Israel and Hamas are potentially close to securing a temporary ceasefire in Gaza and the release of some Israeli hostages, following ongoing indirect negotiations supported by key mediators like Qatar and Egypt.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Will Antisemtism Decrease While Anti Zionism Does Not?

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rabbi Michael Broyde discusses the relationship between antisemitism and anti-Zionism in a Haaretz op-ed.

0 Politics Israel

Israel might have to become a pariah state. So be it.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the potential for Israel to be viewed as a pariah state in light of recent events, particularly in relation to Western attitudes and policies.

0 Politics Israel

Al Jazeera should report the Gaza war, not inflame it.

Hussain Abdul-Hussain in Future of Jewish

Al Jazeera's coverage of the Gaza war has come under criticism for being biased and inflammatory, with the network accused of skewing its reporting in favor of Hamas and against Israel.

0 Politics Israel

‘Everyday feels like forever’: Israelis observe 6-month anniversary with sadness and frustration

Susan Greene in Forward

Israelis marked the 6-month anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack with sadness and frustration, demanding a ceasefire and criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the crisis.

0 Politics Israel

6 months into Israel’s war, American rabbis are grappling with anxiety over the battle’s aims and mounting toll

JTA Staff in JTA

American rabbis are experiencing anxiety and grappling with the ongoing conflict in Israel six months after it began.

Literature ›

0 Literature Gender/Identity

The New Defenders of the Faith

Sheluyang Peng in Tablet

The text describes a critique of the literary world's preference for works centered on victimhood, particularly those by authors from marginalized groups seen as "woke meritocracy."

0 Literature

Amy Ettinger, who inspired readers with her life-affirming essays on dying, succumbs to cancer at 49

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Amy Ettinger, a writer and creative writing instructor, passed away at 49 after battling cancer.

0 Literature Politics

Guernica editor who published Israeli writer’s coexistence essay resigns, saying she disagreed with retraction

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Jina Moore, the editor-in-chief of Guernica, a literary magazine, has resigned after a disagreement over the retraction of an essay by Israeli writer Joanna Chen about the war in Gaza.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

Israelis divided on merits of Gaza military pullback after six months of war

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

Following the withdrawal of one of the IDF's top commando divisions from the Gaza Strip, Israelis are divided on whether this move represents a strategic shift or a response to U.S. pressure to de-escalate the six-month-old conflict.

0 Israel Politics

How should we understand Israel's progress after 6 months of war?

Dan Perry in Forward

After six months of war in Israel, the Israeli military withdrew from the southern half of the Gaza Strip, marking a potential shift in strategy following the Hamas attack.

0 Israel Communities

This Is Not How I Grew Up

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

The author reflects on the contrast between their own safe upbringing in England and the challenges their children face growing up in Israel, where they are more immersed in Jewish life, involved with the country, and experience risks and traumas, yet develop resilience and a deep sense of religious and national responsibility.

0 Israel Politics

IDF says more than 12,000 terrorists killed in six months of war, as tensions soar with Iran

Ruth Marks Eglash in Jewish Insider

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that more than 12,000 terrorists were killed and around 604 Israeli soldiers lost their lives in the conflict with Hamas in Gaza over six months, with tensions escalating with Iran.

0 Israel Food

A Birthday Party in Israel

Joan Nathan in Tablet

Joan Nathan recounts a memorable trip to Israel for her husband Allan's 74th birthday in June 2019, where they explored the Negev desert and Jerusalem.

History ›

0 History

The effort to document the events of Oct. 7 for posterity — and against the deniers

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

The National Library of Israel recently hosted a conference focused on documenting the events of Oct. 7 and the subsequent war in response to concerns of atrocities denial.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Curb Your Enthusiasm finale review: A rocky ending to a once great show – and era of Jewish comedy

Jewish Chronicle

The finale of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" marks the end of an era of Jewish comedy with Larry David bowing out after a long and influential career.

0 Television/Film Israel

All the Jewish TV to Watch in April 2024

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

April 2024 brings a variety of Jewish TV shows to watch, including the premiere of the limited series "Unsilenced" on Izzy, based on the case of Israeli President Moshe Katzav, and the continuation of shows like "We Were the Lucky Ones" and "Fire Dance."

0 Television/Film Culture

In ‘Curb’ finale, Larry David defends his life — but has he learned his lesson?

PJ Grisar in Forward

In the final season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm," Larry David faces trial for giving water to an elderly Georgian voter, in defiance of a law prohibiting such acts near polling places.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Watch us prepare Itzhak Perlman's favorite Passover recipes.

Forverts Staff in Forward

Renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman shared his favorite Passover recipes with a Yiddish cooking show, highlighting his late mother's Polish Jewish culinary traditions.

0 Food Literature

Joan Nathan, pioneering Jewish food maven, dishes all in her new autobiography

Rachel Ringler in JTA

Joan Nathan, a revered figure in Jewish food writing, has recently published her autobiography "My Life in Recipes," reflecting on her career and the importance of Jewish cuisine in people's lives.

Art ›

0 Art Politics

7 Anti-Zionist Jewish artists pull out of California Jewish museum’s exhibit to protest Israel

Andrew Esensten in JTA

Seven Jewish anti-Zionist artists have withdrawn their works from the California Jewish Open exhibit at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco in protest.

0 Art History

Beyoncé’s ode to Levi’s Jeans is giving the brand a moment

PJ Grisar in Forward

Beyoncé's new album "Cowboy Carter" features a track titled "Leviis Jeans," paying homage to the iconic American brand founded by Jewish immigrant Levi Strauss.

Communities ›

0 Communities Israel

Donations to Israel since Oct. 7 top $1.4 billion, Israeli government report concludes

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Donations totaling over $1.4 billion have been contributed worldwide to support Israel's recovery since the October 7th attack, as reported by Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs.

0 Communities Culture

A lesson from Jewish Rome

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Joshua Spinner reflects on a meeting in Rome where a young Roman Jew expressed contentment with complaining about Jewish life for 2,000 years without wanting to change anything, a stark contrast to American ideals of pursuing change.

0 Communities History

A lesson from Jewish Rome

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

In a reflection on Jewish communities and tendencies towards change, the author recounts an encounter in Rome where a young Roman Jew expressed dissatisfaction with local Jewish life but hesitated to change it, stating she had been complaining for 2,000 years.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Science

Jewish tradition sees eclipses as bad omens. Many American Jews are seeking totality anyway.

JTA Staff in JTA

While Jewish tradition historically viewed eclipses as bad omens, some contemporary American Jews are embracing the opportunity to witness the upcoming total solar eclipse.

0 Jewish Law Music

The Orthodox rabbi who plays guitar in shul

Jewish Chronicle

Rabbi Yaakov Klein, an Orthodox rabbi, is introducing elements of early Chasidism into British Jewry through his work at Ner Israel congregation in Hendon.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

The (Second) Great American Eclipse

Jeremy Brown in Tablet

The text discusses the upcoming solar eclipse in North America, prompting a reflection on Jewish teachings regarding eclipses.

Language ›

0 Language History

In a Christian Nationalist surveillance state, the few remaining Jews struggle to survive

Julia M. Klein in Forward

Deborah Zoe Laufer's play "The Last Yiddish Speaker" presents a dystopian world where a Christian Nationalist surveillance state targets Jews, gays, and women, forcing a Jewish family to hide their identity and navigate dangerous circumstances.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Communities

Jewish leadership, made in Britain

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

A recent study conducted by Rosov Consulting for the United Jewish Israel Appeal (UJIA) and the Jewish Leadership Council (JLC) in the U.K. aimed to assess Jewish leadership structures.

0 Leadership Communities

Jewish leadership, made in Britain

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The article discusses Jewish leadership in the U.K., focusing on a study conducted by United Jewish Israel Appeal (UJIA) and the Jewish Leadership Council (JLC) to identify and support current and future Jewish leaders.

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