for Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Israel ›

0 Israel History

The text discusses the emotional and historical significance of the Israeli slogan "Ein Li Eretz Acheret, I have no other country," highlighting the fact that for many Jews, Israel is their only homeland due to historical persecutions and lack of acceptance in other countries.

0 Israel Communities

As Israelis, Will My American Bochur Be Drafted?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Israel's High Court decision to draft yeshivah bochurim into the IDF has sparked debate.

0 Israel Food

‘Cooking Together’ With Israelis Near the Gaza Border

Jordana Benami in Hadassah

"Cooking Together" is a cookbook featuring farm-to-table recipes from Israeli families near the Gaza border, showcasing the region's agricultural bounty.

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.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Communities

The Young Posek of Bnei Brak // A visit with Rav Amram Fried

Ami Magazine in Ami

Rav Amram Fried, a prominent posek in Bnei Brak, has a team of rabbanim assisting him in answering halachic queries through a hotline that receives around 1,800 calls daily, with last Erev Yom Kippur reaching 8,400 calls.

0 Jewish Law Communities

The Young Posek of Bnei Brak // A visit with Rav Amram Fried

Ami Magazine in Ami

Rav Amram Fried, a prominent posek in Bnei Brak, used to handle halachic questions himself but due to the high volume of inquiries, he now oversees a team of rabbanim who respond to around 1,800 daily calls on a halachic hotline, often following his rulings closely.

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

Yossi Gluck // Next Level Events London Ltd

Nesanel Gantz in Ami

Yossi Gluck, an event planner based in the UK, is known for his high-end luxury events catering to various budgets while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

0 Communities Culture

Yossi Gluck // Next Level Events London Ltd

Nesanel Gantz in Ami

Yossi Gluck, a skilled event planner based in the UK, is known for organizing high-end luxury events with meticulous attention to detail and a one-stop-shop approach.

0 Communities Politics

Meet Argentina’s Axel Wahnish, the first rabbi ever to be appointed as an ambassador to Israel

Juan Melamed in JTA

Argentina is on the cusp of confirming Rabbi Shimon Axel Wahnish as its ambassador to Israel, a historic appointment as the first rabbi ever to serve in this role.

0 Communities Israel

How US Jewish summer camps are preparing to welcome Israeli staff — many fresh from war

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Israeli emissaries, fresh from experiencing war and loss due to recent events in Israel, are preparing to work at Jewish camps in North America this summer.

0 Communities History

Savannah Seder

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro lies a clandestine Jewish community in Arusha, Tanzania, led by Yehudah Kahalani, dedicated to keeping their Jewish identity alive.

0 Communities

An Unlikely Recruiter

Sharona in Mishpacha

When faced with challenges in hiring a new secretary without the expense of recruiter fees, the author turned to various methods without success until their own eleven-year-old daughter unexpectedly found the perfect candidate through a prayer request from a play director.

0 Communities Antisemitism

The power of partnerships — especially now

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Jacob Feinspan, the executive director of Jews United for Justice, highlights the importance of partnerships and support within the Jewish community, emphasizing the power of relationships during challenging times.

0 Communities Antisemitism

The power of partnerships — especially now

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

Jacob Feinspan, the executive director of Jews United for Justice, reflects on the power of partnerships in the Jewish community, emphasizing the support and connection he has received from colleagues like racial justice leader Jonathan Jayes-Green.

0 Communities Politics

The growing disconnect between American Jews and mainstream Jewish organizations

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The disconnect between American Jews and mainstream Jewish organizations is highlighted by discussions on supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, concerns about an oppressor-oppressed ideology leading to antisemitism, and outrage over anti-Israel propaganda in schools.

Politics ›

0 Politics Communities

Sinister Syndromes // Rebellious Russians and US diplomats, beware!

Avi Shafran in Ami

Sinister Syndromes discusses the "Sudden Russian Death Syndrome," detailing mysterious deaths of individuals critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

0 Politics History

Sinister Syndromes // Rebellious Russians and US diplomats, beware!

Avi Shafran in Ami

The text discusses the pattern of mysterious deaths, known as Sudden Russian Death Syndrome (SRDS), involving individuals critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin or who have crossed him.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Tikkun Olam means executing terrorists.

Benjamin Kerstein in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the concept of Tikkun Olam, often translated as "fixing the world," in the context of executing terrorists as a means of self-defense and protection, particularly in Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Is Biden losing his voice against rising antisemitism?

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Amid a concerning rise in antisemitism in the U.S., President Biden initially spoke out against it but has been criticized for not addressing the issue more recently.

0 Politics Culture

Obama’s Americans

Michael Lind in Tablet

Former President Barack Obama, in a speech at a fundraiser, highlighted the diversity of America as a crucial element that unites individuals under a common set of rules, challenging the concept of a shared American identity prior to 1965.

0 Politics Communities

Yonkers City Council tables a ceasefire resolution that both pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups opposed

Luke Tress in JTA

The Yonkers City Council recently tabled a Gaza ceasefire resolution after facing opposition from both pro-Palestinian groups, including an anti-Zionist Jewish organization, and Jewish residents who disagreed with the proposal for a ceasefire without the release of hostages.

0 Politics Communities

Matti Friedman: Why I Got a Gun

Matti Friedman in The Free Press

In a personal account from Jerusalem, author Matti Friedman reflects on the surge in gun permit applications following a series of violent attacks by Hamas terrorists.

0 Politics Television/Film

Court orders Philadelphia theater to screen Israeli film that it had cancelled in the face of protests

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A Philadelphia-area movie theater was ordered by a court to screen an Israeli film, "The Child Within Me," after its Jewish director initially tried to cancel the screening due to protests and concerns over endorsing Israel's actions during the conflict with Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

NYC mayor says he 'will not succumb' to pressure to back ceasefire

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

New York City Mayor Eric Adams reaffirmed his strong support for Israel during a roundtable discussion with Jewish media outlets, standing by his stance amid growing calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

Crossing the Bibicon

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Amidst a pressing draft crisis affecting yeshivah students, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faces challenges as the Knesset goes on recess, potentially delaying crucial legislation.

0 Politics History

Profile in Courage

Emes Ve-Emunah

The text discusses the perspective of Israel's actions in war and highlights Congressman Ritchie Torres as a profile in courage for his stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Israel

How the war in Gaza ended without anyone even noticing

Jewish Chronicle

The war against Hamas in Gaza may have quietly ended when the IDF's 98th Division withdrew back to Israel.

0 Politics History

B’Ivrit | Israeli Media Covers Anniversary of a Half-Year at War

Nathan Guttman in Moment

Israeli media coverage of the ongoing Gaza war focused on the somber six-month anniversary of the conflict, featuring stories of loss, grief, and criticism of the government's handling of the situation.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Marriage of Regressive and Progressive Extremism

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the convergence of regressive and progressive extremism impacting Western societies and their foreign policies, particularly regarding Israel and Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

Ritchie Torres’ pro-Israel activism sparks controversy in DC — and within his own family. In Israel, he’s a star.

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Ritchie Torres, a congressman from the Bronx, has sparked controversy for his staunch pro-Israel stance amidst growing criticism of Israel's actions.

0 Politics Ethics

It's Easy to Call for a Ceasefire — If you Don't Live in Israel and Don't Know What Comes Next

Jewdicious

The author, Joanna Landau, reflects on the impact of ongoing conflict and ceasefire calls in Israel, emphasizing the personal and national toll of violence.

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.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

Rivers Crashing Inside

Jake Marmer in Tablet

In the early 1970s, New York poets Lewis Warsh and David Rosenberg discussed the French surrealist Robert Desnos and his book "Night of Loveless Nights," highlighting a significant moment in literary and secular Jewish culture.

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."

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Jewish and African-American folk music traditions to entwine at the Brooklyn Fiddle Summit

Julia Gergely in JTA

The Brooklyn Fiddle Summit will bring together the klezmer virtuosity of violinist Zo Aqua and the African-American folk music of the Ebony Hillbillies for a unique performance in New York City, exploring the shared themes of these seemingly disparate genres.

0 Music Television/Film

Back to Black review: A sanitised version of Amy’s life that will offend no-one

Jewish Chronicle

"Back to Black" is a biopic about Amy Winehouse that portrays her life in a sanitized manner to avoid offending anyone.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism

Defense admits Blaze Bernstein's ‘unlawful killing’ in first day of long-awaited trial

Louis Keene in Forward

In the trial for the murder of Blaze Bernstein, accused killer Samuel Woodward admitted to unlawfully killing Bernstein but claimed it was not premeditated.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The growing disconnect between American Jews and mainstream Jewish organizations

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

David Bernstein discusses the growing divide between American Jews and mainstream Jewish organizations, particularly regarding support for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs.

0 Antisemitism Politics

To protect human rights, governments must stop funding the NGO campaign against Israel

Jewish Chronicle

The article discusses a campaign led by Western government-funded NGOs under the guise of human rights that targets Israel and the Jewish people, using tactics including delegitimization and demonization.

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.

Culture ›

0 Culture Food

My Family Was Divided — Over Sweet Gefilte Fish

Emily Matchar in Kveller

The author reflects on the animosity between her great-grandmother (from a Litvak background) and her grandmother (from a Galician background) within their Jewish family, which stemmed from cultural and culinary differences symbolized by the "Gefilte Fish Line" - sweet versus savory gefilte fish preferences.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

The New Jewish Daddy

Tyler Kliem in New Voices

The article delves into the evolution of Jewish masculinity over the years, touching upon historical figures such as Leonard Cohen and exploring the contemporary trend of male Jewish influencers embracing a rugged and masculine aesthetic.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Joan Nathan’s new cookbook is about much more than food

Rob Eshman in Forward

Joan Nathan's 12th cookbook, "My Life in Recipes: Food, Family and Memories," is more than just a collection of recipes.

0 Food Holidays

Sorbet

Sharona in Mishpacha

As Pesach season approaches, this article offers three delicious sorbet recipes perfect for the holiday.

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.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Culture

The New Jewish Daddy

Tyler Kliem in New Voices

The text discusses the evolution of Jewish masculinity from historical representations to contemporary expressions, focusing on figures like Leonard Cohen and current male influencers.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Music

Help Us Choose Kveller’s Passover Parody Contest Winner!

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Kveller has closed submissions for their Passover parody contest, revealing Broadway star Jonah Platt will sing the winning entry.

0 Holidays Food

Five essential kitchen tools you need for Pesach

Jewish Chronicle

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.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics

Commit to Thyself

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article "Commit to Thyself" by Shoshana Schwartz emphasizes the importance of small steps and affirmations to rebuild trust in oneself by focusing on consistent daily actions.

Education ›

0 Education Antisemitism

Safe schools for Jews? Hillel revamps its college guide in response to campus turmoil

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Hillel, a prominent Jewish college organization, has released an updated college guide to help Jewish families navigate potential antisemitism and anti-Zionism on campus amid a perceived rise in hostility towards Jewish students.

Sports ›

0 Sports Communities

Oakwood A in line for Maccabi GB league win after thrashing Hendon 6-2

Jewish Chronicle

Oakwood A is on track to win the Maccabi GB Southern Football League Premier Division title after defeating Hendon United 6-2.

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.

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