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Since Oct. 7, my daughter has become anti-Israel, and I'm grieving

Nora Berman in Forward

Nora Berman offers compassionate advice to a reader grappling with her daughter's newfound anti-Israel stance following the events of October 7th, which has caused a significant familial rift.

0 Culture Politics

Israelis Remember Their Dead—With Stickers

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

The article explores the poignant trend of commemorative stickers in Israel, honoring those who lost their lives in the recent conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah, particularly highlighting their use at public sites like train stations.

0 Culture Israel

Israeli-American tequila aficionados make the Negev bloom with agave

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

A group of Israeli-American tequila enthusiasts, led by Stafford Fitzgerald Haney and David Niewood, are pioneering agave cultivation and tequila production in Israel's Negev Desert through their venture, Negave Estates.

0 Culture Politics

A new book about Oct. 7 aims to depict the humanity behind the horror

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward

Lee Yaron, a journalist with Haaretz, has authored a new book titled "10/7: 100 Human Stories" that documents the tragic events of October 7, when Hamas attacked southern Israel, resulting in over 1,200 deaths.

0 Culture Holidays

Madonna’s Youngest Daughters Just Celebrated Their Bat Mitzvah

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Madonna's youngest daughters, Stella and Estere, recently celebrated their bat mitzvah, marking a significant cultural milestone within Jewish tradition.

0 Culture Holidays

Hearing the Shofar Blast at the Shiva for Hersh Goldberg-Polin

Jessica Steinberg in Hadassah

The article reflects on the deeply emotional experience of commemorating the life of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American Israeli hostage executed by Hamas, during the Jewish month of Elul.

1 Culture Antisemitism

Nothing of substance is now achieved by battling on Twitter

Jewish Chronicle

David Baddiel reflects on the diminished impact of Twitter as a platform for meaningful discourse, particularly under Elon Musk's ownership, which has transformed it into a self-contained echo chamber.

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Son of leading Ukrainian rabbi is killed in battle against Russia

Philissa Cramer in Forward

The adopted son of Rabbi Moshe Reuven Azman, a prominent chief rabbi in Ukraine, has died while serving in the Ukrainian army against Russian forces.

0 Communities Culture

The Game of Life: After my dad died, my neighbors planted a memorial garden

Deb Levy in Forward

Deb Levy reflects on the transformative journey of grief following her father's passing, epitomized through a community gesture of planting a memorial garden.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

‘My mission to help motherless Jewish daughters like me’

Jewish Chronicle

Lynda Dullop, inspired by her own experience of losing her mother at 15, has launched a support forum for Jewish women who have lost their mothers.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Securing our future: Digital safety for Jewish communities in a polarized world

eJewishPhilanthropy

Entering the month of Elul calls for reflection and action, especially regarding digital security within the Jewish community.

0 Communities Israel

What a Summer with Israelis Taught Me About the War’s Trauma

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty

Michael Schlank reflects on his summer experience at NJY Camps, where he interacted with 500 Israeli campers and 100 staff members amidst the backdrop of post-traumatic stress stemming from the October 7 conflict in Israel.

0 Communities Torah

Without Compromise // Remembering the Skulener Rebbe, Rav Yeshayah Yaakov Portugal, zt”l

Ami Magazine in Ami

The article recounts the life and legacy of Rav Yeshayah Yaakov Portugal, the Skulener Rebbe, who passed away at 68.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Josh Hochschuler // Green Acres Nursery and Supply

Ami Magazine in Ami

Josh Hochschuler transitioned from a life with minimal Jewish engagement to becoming deeply involved in the Chabad community after a transformational teen trip to Israel.

0 Communities Education

A German Jewish community shadowed by scandal and an uncertain future welcomes a moment to celebrate

Toby Axelrod in Forward

Alina Treiger and seven others were recently ordained as cantors and rabbis by the Abraham Geiger College in Germany, celebrating their achievement amidst institutional turmoil.

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A home run celebration unveils a Hebrew tattoo — with a typo

Louis Keene in Forward

Mark Vientos of the New York Mets recently became the talk of the town not just for his game-winning performance, but for his tattoo faux pas.

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Event for left-wing magazine Jewish Currents finds a new home after public complaints over cancellation

Luke Tress in Forward

Jewish Currents, a left-wing magazine known for its pro-Palestinian stance, faced the cancellation of its conference venue at Brooklyn College due to supposed emergency repairs, which they suggest was fueled by political reasons.

0 Politics Israel

Donald Trump’s pro-Israel supporters take issue with his prediction of its potentially imminent demise

Ron Kampeas in Forward

Donald Trump’s remarks during a presidential debate, predicting Israel’s potential demise within two years if Kamala Harris were to become President, have sparked concern among his pro-Israel supporters.

0 Politics Israel

A Letter to My Terrorism-Supporting Palestinian Neighbors

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's open letter addresses his Palestinian neighbors, confronting them about their support for terrorism against Israel.

0 Politics Communities

Millions of dollars, hundreds of volunteers: How groups are mobilizing Jewish voters in swing states

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

As the U.S. presidential election nears, Jewish organizations, specifically the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) and the Jewish Democratic Council of America (JDCA), are intensifying efforts to mobilize Jewish voters in swing states where their votes could be crucial.

0 Politics Israel

Trump and Harris are both vague on Israel-Gaza, but in starkly different ways

Dan Perry in Forward

The article analyzes contrasting positions on Israel from former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris as perceived during a presidential debate.

0 Politics History

Goodbye to Russia review: ‘the journalists who don’t make old bones’

Jewish Chronicle

Sarah Rainsford's book, "Goodbye to Russia: A Personal Reckoning from the Ruins of War," chronicles the perilous environment for journalists and activists under Vladimir Putin's regime.

0 Politics Israel

About Last Night

Emes Ve-Emunah

In a recent debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, Trump's performance was marked by his characteristic exaggerations and irrelevant tangents, such as diverting questions about his responsibility for the Capitol riots to the migrant crisis.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Asserson report is devastating critique of BBC bias

Jewish Chronicle

The Asserson report delivers a critical examination of BBC's alleged bias against Israel, sparked by its coverage following the October 7 Hamas-Israel conflict.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What do dumbed-down diplomats know about Israel?

Jewish Chronicle

The article by Melanie Phillips critiques the UK government's partial arms embargo against Israel, arguing it reflects ignorance and malice influenced by leftist ideologies and reliance on false narratives propagated by Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

Debate makes it clear: Trump has zero good ideas about Gaza and Israel

Rob Eshman in Forward

In the recent presidential debate, former President Donald Trump faced criticism for failing to present substantial ideas regarding the Israel and Hamas conflict, opting instead for baseless accusations against Vice President Kamala Harris, including claims she dislikes Arabs.

0 Politics Israel

At debate, Harris calls for Gaza war to end ‘immediately’ and Trump says Israel ‘will not exist’ if he loses

Ron Kampeas in JTA

During a Philadelphia debate, Kamala Harris advocated for an immediate end to the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the disproportionate Palestinian casualties while maintaining Israel's right to self-defense.

0 Politics Israel

'She hates Israel' Trump says of Harris during debate

Lauren Markoe in Forward

During the presidential debate, former President Donald Trump accused Vice President Kamala Harris of hating Israel and Arabs, suggesting a future Harris presidency would threaten Israel's existence.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Ach! // Herr Höcke isn’t humbled

Avi Shafran in Ami

The rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which recently achieved significant electoral victories in Saxony and Thuringia with around 30% of the vote, is stirring concerns across Germany and beyond.

0 Politics Israel

What Diplomats in Israel Really Think About the Palestinians

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The article by Joshua Hoffman explores the perspectives of diplomats in Israel regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and highlights the economic considerations influencing international relations.

0 Politics Television/Film

Pro-Palestine protests are at every film festival. What's new about that?

Mira Fox in Forward

The prevalence of pro-Palestinian protests at major film festivals like Toronto and Venice reflects an ongoing global trend where such demonstrations frequently disrupt cultural events.

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0 Philosophy Gender/Identity

Judith Butler vs. Judy!

Blake Smith in Tablet

Judith Butler, once critical of both gender voluntarism and essentialism, has shifted her stance towards accepting the mainstream view that combines features of both—namely that gender is both self-declared and inherently significant.

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0 Gender/Identity Jewish Law

New York woman at center of Orthodox ‘sex strike’ receives her Jewish divorce

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Malky Berkowitz, an Orthodox Jewish woman who had been unable to obtain a get, or religious divorce, from her estranged husband for four years, finally received it after a notable campaign led by activist Adina Sash.

0 Gender/Identity Communities

How and Why I Became a Hasidic Feminist

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty

Sruli Fruchter shares her transformative journey from mainstream feminist ideals to becoming a Hasidic feminist, inspired by Chabad philosophy and the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

History ›

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The Shapiro Family review: ‘portraits of a forgotten dynasty’

Jewish Chronicle

Rachel Bayvel's book on the Shapiro family, curated by her daughter Polina Bayvel, delves into the remarkable yet overlooked lineage of a Jewish dynasty known for their contributions to the arts and religious scholarship in Russia and Eastern Europe.

0 History Jewish Law

The Jewish Enemies Amongst the Jews

Jeremy Rosen in Future of Jewish

Rabbi Jeremy Rosen explores the historical phenomenon of Jews turning against their own community, a trend tracing back to biblical times.

Jewish Law ›

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Daas Torah and Army

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin explores the complex issue of army service in Israel and the divergent views of Torah scholars, particularly contrasting the charedi community's stance with other Jewish perspectives.

0 Jewish Law Politics

An Evangelical Christian, a Jew, and End Times

Jewdicious

In this reflective piece, Dan Goldfine shares a complex interaction with an Evangelical Christian colleague about Israeli politics and the theological differences that influence perceptions of Jewish-Christian relations.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

A Father to his Talmidim // Remembering Rav Avrohom Ausband, zt”l, Rosh Yeshivas Telshe Alumni of Riverdale

Gershon Hellman in Ami

Rav Avrohom Yitzchok Ausband, affectionately known as Rav Avremel, served as Rosh Yeshivah of Telshe Alumni in Riverdale for nearly 44 years, embodying a legacy of Torah scholarship and personal integrity that touched the lives of thousands of students.

Science ›

0 Science Culture

Don’t know much about biology...

Jewish Chronicle

This article tackles three distinct topics.

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0 Art History

Vogue model and war journalist Lee Miller’s Jewish friends and lovers

Jewish Chronicle

Lee Miller, renowned as both a model and a groundbreaking war photographer, is celebrated in a new biopic featuring Kate Winslet.

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0 Literature Jewish Law

How Jewish was J.D. Salinger?

Stephen B. Shepard in Forward

J.D. Salinger's Jewish identity is a complex topic, shaped largely by his family background and personal journey.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Moroccan spiced lamb shanks with pomegranate

Jewish Chronicle

A delectable recipe for Moroccan spiced lamb shanks enhanced with the tang of pomegranate juice, this dish can be prepared in advance for busy schedules.

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0 Antisemitism Politics

During debate, Trump raises a conspiracy about immigrants eating cats. Is it the new blood libel?

Mira Fox in Forward

During a recent presidential debate, former President Donald Trump repeated a baseless and xenophobic conspiracy theory alleging that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio were stealing and eating pets.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Leaders of white supremacist group charged for urging terrorism against Jews and other targets

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward

The Justice Department has charged leaders Dallas Humber and Matthew Allison of the transnational white supremacist terror group, Terrorgram Collective, for inciting terrorism against Jews and minorities.

0 Antisemitism Communities

New York City’s Laboratory for Hate

Emily Benedek in Tablet

A welcome-back dinner hosted by Hillel for students at Baruch College was disrupted by a group of protesters who harassed attendees with chants and threats, marking an increasing trend in antisemitic hostility on CUNY campuses.

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