for Friday, April 12, 2024

Food ›

0 Food Education

Former JFS pupil and Gordon Ramsay trainee wins restaurant cooking award

Former JFS pupil Stella Harris, a trainee chef at Gordon Ramsay's Savoy Grill, won a cookery award for her lamb dish inspired by her Jewish background.

0 Food Culture

Why the humble onion is the most Jewish allium of all

Liza Schoenfein in Forward

The article discusses the significant role of onions in Jewish cuisine and culture, highlighting their extensive use in various Jewish dishes throughout history.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Will Iran's threats bridge the U.S.-Israel rift?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The article discusses the strained U.S.-Israeli relations due to disagreements over the Gaza conflict but suggests that Iran's threats against Israel might actually strengthen the U.S.' commitment to Israel's security.

0 Politics Education

Path to Peace: How to Deradicalize the Palestinians

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the importance of deradicalizing Palestinians as a crucial step towards achieving peace in the region.

0 Politics Israel

Virginia congressional candidate Derrick Anderson says his military experience shapes his Middle East policy

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Derrick Anderson, a retired Green Beret and Republican candidate for Congress in Virginias 7th District, draws on his military experience in the Middle East to shape his policy views.

0 Politics

“Together We Will”…Speak the Truth. Only Then Can We “Win.”

guestpost in Jewschool

The text discusses the prevailing slogan in Israel during the military campaign, "Yachad nenatzeach," emphasizing unity and the need to win the war.

0 Politics Communities

Letter From Dearborn | Scenes From the Heart of Arab America

Jacob Forman in Moment

In this piece titled "Letter From Dearborn | Scenes From the Heart of Arab America," the author describes visiting Dearborn, Michigan, a predominantly Arab-American city, with a Palestinian-American friend named Zach.

0 Politics Communities

Why I Resigned From the DC Abortion Fund

Allison Tombros Korman in Tablet

The author resigned from their position at the DC Abortion Fund (DCAF) due to the organization's shift towards aligning with a specific perspective on the Israel-Gaza conflict, which they found to be one-sided and insensitive.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Arsonist

Dumisani Washington in Tablet

Tucker Carlson, known for his America First stance, criticized Israel for mistreating Christians, interviewing Pastor Munther Isaac who lives under the Palestinian Authority.

0 Politics Israel

Israelis feel scared and abandoned — mostly by their own state

David Christopher Kaufman in Forward

Many Israelis are feeling scared and abandoned by their own government amid ongoing conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah.

0 Politics Israel

Jewish groups signal new interest in Gaza aid following Israel’s strike on World Central Kitchen workers

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Following an Israeli military strike on World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza that drew international criticism, a range of Jewish groups are now showing increased interest in aiding Gaza.

Education ›

0 Education Israel

Telling Israel’s Story To Millions

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

OpenDor Media, led by Noam Weissman, aims to engage young people in Jewish and Israeli topics through Unpacked, offering videos, podcasts, and articles that provide balanced perspectives on issues like Israel, the Middle East conflict, and anti-Semitism.

0 Education Politics

I’m a Jewish college student. I wish external activists were promoting education, not confrontation

Lauren Haines in Forward

Lauren Haines, president of the National Board of J Street U, reflects on the trend of external activists like Noa Tishby and Natan Sharansky inciting fear among Jewish college students about pro-Palestinian groups, framing college campuses as battlegrounds.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

Everyone Has the Right to Rest on Their Sabbath

Nathan Lewin in Tablet

In 1984, a legal case involving the Sabbath rights of employees in Connecticut brought attention to the religious implications of labor laws.

0 Jewish Law Politics

An Indiana court ruled that Jews have a religious liberty right to abortion. Here’s why that matters.

Michael A. Helfand in JTA

An Indiana state appellate court ruled that Jews have a religious liberty right to abortion under the state's Religious Freedom Restoration Act, potentially setting a precedent for other states.

Israel ›

0 Israel Music

‘Now You Are in Heaven, and the Only Thing Left Is Pain’

Magali Druscovich in Tablet

Ron Shemer, a nature lover and devoted family member from Lod, Israel, was tragically killed at the Nova music festival by terrorists from Gaza.

0 Israel Politics

As Israel braces for potential Iranian attack, US warns Americans in the country to exercise caution

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran following an alleged Israeli strike in Syria, the US has issued warnings to American citizens in Israel to exercise caution and restrict travel outside certain urban areas.

0 Israel Holidays

Opinion | At Israeli Seders, Pick Your Pharaoh

Fania Oz-Salzberger in Moment

The author reflects on the current state of Israel, likening the leadership to different Pharaohs and emphasizing the need for democratic action to bring about change.

0 Israel Politics

Pro-Palestine group at Harvard organizes student referendum on Israel divestment

Beth Harpaz in Forward

A pro-Palestine group at Harvard is organizing a student referendum proposing the university's divestment from institutions associated with Israel, citing opposition to Israel's actions in Palestine and Gaza.

0 Israel Politics

Hamas+Hezbollah+Iran= Vacation!

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

The Israeli Defense Forces are facing threats from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, leading to the need for careful allocation of forces.

0 Israel History

The world has changed. It is time for Israel and the Jews to wake up.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses the need for Israel and the Jewish community to adapt to a changing world.

0 Israel Communities

Visiting Israel post-10/7: Learning humility

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

After a recent visit to Israel post-10/7, a Rabbi reflects on conversations with Israeli cab drivers, survivors of the war with Hamas, and displaced Israelis due to terrorist threats.

0 Israel Politics

The Iranian threat looms over Israel – but a full-scale war does not suit its agenda

Jewish Chronicle

The Israeli security establishment views Iran and its proxies as the biggest threat to Israel, aiming to encircle Israel with proxy militias while seeking to develop nuclear weapons.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

Juan Gelman: Four Ladino Poems

Ilan Stavans in Tablet

Juan Gelman, a renowned Latin American poet, was a Yiddish speaker known for his leftist views that opposed Argentina's military dictatorship.

Communities ›

0 Communities History

From Alvin Ailey to Elie Wiesel, 14 standout moments from 150 years of the 92nd Street Y

Julia Gergely in JTA

The 92nd Street Y, a Jewish cultural institution in New York, was founded in 1874 as the Young Mens Hebrew Association and has since become a prominent venue for dance, music, lectures, and more.

0 Communities Politics

HIAS lays off 12% of US staff after ‘unsustainable’ spending

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Jewish refugee advocacy group HIAS laid off 12% of its US staff due to financial mismanagement resulting in unsustainable spending.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Speaking at Miami synagogue, Argentina’s Javier Milei reveals he has Jewish heritage

Juan Melamed in JTA

Argentinian politician Javier Milei, known for his support of Israel, revealed his Jewish heritage at a Miami synagogue event where he was honored as an International Ambassador of Light.

0 Communities Culture

A Salon for ‘Nones’

Maggie Phillips in Tablet

In San Francisco's Hayes Valley, a modern-day salon called The Commons is reimagining intellectual and spiritual gatherings, attracting young professionals seeking a sense of community and deeper connections beyond traditional religious institutions.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Holocaust

Israeli Actress Hadas Yaron Faces Her Own Family History in ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Israeli actress Hadas Yaron, known for her roles in both Israeli and American productions, including the Holocaust drama "We Were the Lucky Ones," found herself deeply connected to her own family history during filming.

0 Television/Film Culture

12 Shows to Watch If You Already Miss ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"Curb Your Enthusiasm" recently ended after a long run, leaving viewers eager for similar shows.

Miscellaneous

13 rabbinical students charged for fracas over Chabad synagogue tunnel

Luke Tress in JTA

Thirteen rabbinical students were arraigned for their involvement in a dispute over an illegal excavation at the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Brooklyn, resulting in charges of criminal mischief, reckless endangerment, and obstruction of governmental administration.

How Israel secured diplomatic relations with Indonesia

Jewish Chronicle

After initially rejecting the idea of diplomatic ties with Israel, Indonesia is now on the verge of establishing such relations, mainly driven by its self-interest in joining the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Visiting Israel post-10/7: Learning humility

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy

The author reflects on his recent visit to Israel post-10/7, where he engaged with Israeli cabbies and locals affected by the conflict, such as relatives of hostages and displaced residents.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

Anti-Defamation League blasts Ivy League in annual campus report card

Debrah Miszak in Forward

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) released its annual Campus Antisemitism Report Card, giving A grades to Brandeis University and Elon University for their support of Jewish student life.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Opinion Interview with Daniel Klaidman | Are Threats Eroding Our Politics?

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment

Investigative journalists Daniel Klaidman and Michael Isikoff detail the unsettling story of attempts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia, focusing on the threats and violence faced by public officials like District Attorney Fani Willis.

0 Antisemitism Education

Blaze Bernstein’s cryptic final texts revealed in court as Woodward murder trial continues

Louis Keene in Forward

Blaze Bernstein's final texts before his tragic murder in January 2018 were revealed in court during the trial of Samuel Woodward, accused of the crime.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Rabbi Michael Broyde Responds

Emes Ve-Emunah

Rabbi Michael Broyde responds to discussions on anti-Zionism, anti-Israel sentiment, and antisemitism, highlighting the complexities surrounding these issues in American and global contexts.

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘This is not your house’: Anti-Israel protester disrupts Berkeley law dean’s backyard dinner, refuses to leave

Maya Mirsky in Forward

At a spring dinner for graduating students hosted by UC Berkeley's law school dean Erwin Chemerinsky and his wife, a pro-Palestinian protester disrupted the event with a speech about the Palestinians' plight.

Music ›

0 Music Antisemitism

Rock bands love provocative names. Is 'The Jews' a step too far?

Mira Fox in Forward

The band HaYehudim, also known as The Jews in Hebrew, faced backlash over their name, resulting in the cancellation of their show at a music venue in Brooklyn.

0 Music Culture

Amy’s friends: ‘She was humble’

Jewish Chronicle

Amy Winehouse's friends and colleagues reflect on their encounters with her, praising her humility, tremendous singing talent, and generosity.

0 Music History

All That Jazz

Larry Tye in Tablet

The article highlights the historical alliance between Blacks and Jews in promoting human rights and their shared love for jazz, focusing on the relationships between Black jazz legends Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and their Jewish managers.

History ›

0 History Politics

Jewish Word | Doikayt: The Jewish Left Is Here

Jennifer Bardi in Moment

Doikayt, a concept originating from the Jewish socialist movement, the Bund, emphasizes the importance of being rooted and at home where one currently resides.

0 History Holocaust

“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home

Judy Goldstein in New Voices

The text discusses a personal journey to Poland, guided by reflections on the poet Irena Klepfisz and the complexity of Jewish history and identity.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust History

“Her memories will become monuments”: On Poland, Irena Klepfisz, and the Search for Home

Judy Goldstein in New Voices

The text delves into a reflective journey to Poland, exploring Jewish heritage and identity through the lens of poet Irena Klepfisz.

0 Holocaust Television/Film

A Queens-based Holocaust survivor remembers her real-life rescuer played by Anthony Hopkins in ‘One Life’

Steve North in JTA

Hanna Slome, a 99-year-old Holocaust survivor in Queens, reveals her life-changing experience of being rescued by Sir Nicholas Winton during the Holocaust, depicted in the film "One Life" with Anthony Hopkins.

0 Holocaust

Jewish Life Stories: A tech couple killed in a private plane crash, a Holocaust survivor who arrested a top Nazi

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

The article features the life stories of individuals from the Jewish community, including Liron and Naomi Petrushka, a tech couple who died in a private plane crash, Norman A. Miller, a Holocaust survivor who captured a high-ranking Nazi, Dr. Frederick Golomb, a pioneering physician in cancer treatment, and Stanley L. Blumenstein, former principal of the Bronx High School of Science.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Politics

This Pesach, have a Seder seat for a hostage

Jewish Chronicle

This Pesach, amidst the celebration of freedom and the retelling of the Exodus story, there is a call to remember those who are currently held captive, specifically over 100 individuals taken hostage in a tragic event in October.

Art ›

0 Art Holocaust

Visual Moment | Depicting Devastation

Diane M. Bolz in Moment

Israeli artist Zoya Cherkassky's exhibition, The 7 October 2023 Series at the Jewish Museum in New York, presents dark and intense drawings reflecting the trauma of war.

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