for Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Art

‘The Holocaust was the biggest smash and grab job in history’

Jamie Kastner's documentary film, "The Spoils," uncovers the ongoing battle for restitution of art stolen during the Holocaust.

0 Holocaust History

Yehuda Bauer, preeminent historian of the Holocaust, dies at 98

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Yehuda Bauer, a renowned historian who deeply influenced Holocaust scholarship, passed away at 98.

Culture ›

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Archdiocese blocks play about ex-Hasidic transgender rabbi and activist Abby Stein

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

The Connelly Theater in New York, owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, has banned a play based on Abby Stein's memoir, "Becoming Eve," about her journey as an ex-Hasidic transgender rabbi.

0 Culture Food

Would you put jalapeños in matzo ball soup? This Mexican Jewish cookbook says, 'sí'

Beth Harpaz in Forward

"Sabor Judo: The Jewish Mexican Cookbook," authored by Ilan Stavans and Margaret E. Boyle, offers a vibrant fusion of Jewish and Mexican cuisines, with recipes like matzo chilaquiles, mole latkes, and brisket tacos.

0 Culture Philosophy

Jewish Word | Mazel Tov! A Toast to Astrology?

Sienna Drew in Moment

Mazel tov, commonly used to mean congratulations, actually has an astrological origin.

0 Culture Politics

Why Jewish Americans can’t agree on racism

Ilana M. Horwitz in JTA

Amidst the racial reckoning sparked by George Floyd's murder in 2020, diverse perspectives on racism within the American Jewish community are evident, highlighting deep political and ideological divides.

0 Culture Politics

What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank review: ‘a play as Jewish as they come’

Jewish Chronicle

Nathan Englander's play "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank," staged at Marylebone Theatre, delves into the complex landscape of Jewish identity and the ongoing conflict in Gaza, in a manner that is humorously combative and deeply Jewish.

0 Culture Literature

16 Jewish Romances You’ll Want to Read If You Loved Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Fans of the Netflix show "Nobody Wants This" may find themselves yearning for more Jewish romance, whether centered around intriguing "hot rabbis," dynamic Jewish women and their non-Jewish partners, or other culturally rich narratives.

0 Culture Philosophy

Always Go to the Bris. And Always Go to the Shiva.

Danielle Selber in Kveller

Danielle Selber reflects on her family's unique traditions surrounding Jewish lifecycle events, emphasizing the significance of presence and community.

0 Culture Holidays

Why we must dance again on Simchat Torah

Jewish Chronicle

In light of the recent tragedies affecting the Jewish community, Rabbi Dr. Raphael Zarum reflects on the importance of maintaining joy and resilience through the practice of dancing on Simchat Torah.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

Pittsburgh’s Jews, united by Tree of Life shooting, divided by election and Gaza war

Lauren Markoe in Forward

Pittsburgh's Jewish community, once united by the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, faces deep divisions exacerbated by the upcoming election and ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.

0 Communities Israel

Arab Advocates for Israel Speak Out on Social Media

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet

Rawan Osman, who was born to secular Muslim parents in Syria and raised in Lebanon, has become a vocal advocate for Israel on social media.

0 Communities History

Meet all my White colonialist friends in Israel.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman explores the narrative that casts Israelis as 'White colonialists,' humorously dissecting this stereotype by highlighting the diverse ancestries and migration stories of Jews in Israel.

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

How Josh Stein’s Judaism plays into his campaign for North Carolina governor

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein, a Jewish Democrat, is using his gubernatorial campaign to condemn opponent Mark Robinson's history of antisemitic rhetoric.

0 Politics Culture

Hunter S. Thompson Was a Weird Visionary Before Drugs and Politics Ate His Brain

Jeff Weiss in Tablet

Hunter S. Thompson, celebrated for 'Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72', was more than the iconic, drug-addled persona he later became known for.

0 Politics Israel

How Donald Trump and Kamala Harris differ (and agree) when it comes to Middle East policy

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The article examines the nuanced differences and similarities between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris regarding their policies on Israel and the Middle East as the election approaches.

0 Politics Communities

11 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at U of Minnesota for occupying and damaging administration building

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

At the University of Minnesota, eleven pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested after illegally occupying and vandalizing an administration building, pushing for the university to divest from Israel.

0 Politics Israel

Why Is ‘The New York Times’ Not Disclosing a Source’s Ties to Hamas?

Olivia Reingold in The Free Press

The article questions The New York Times' decision to omit details about the background of Hussein Owda, a Palestinian man featured in its podcast episode on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Education

‘Gaza solidarity’ sukkahs test new campus protest rules

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Jewish students at various U.S. universities are building 'Gaza solidarity sukkahs' as an expression of protest against Israeli policies, coinciding with Sukkot, a holiday commemorating Jewish displacement.

0 Politics Antisemitism

New York Democratic Socialists reject censure of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for hosting antisemitism panel

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has rejected a proposal to censure Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for hosting an antisemitism panel and for her pro-Israel votes, highlighting internal tensions between anti-Zionist stances and political alliances.

0 Politics Israel

What if Sinwar had come out with his hands up?

Allan Ripp in Forward

The article explores the hypothetical scenario of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar surrendering to Israeli forces instead of being killed.

0 Politics Israel

Mayor of Portland, Maine, says he regrets voting to divest from Israel

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The Mayor of Portland, Maine, Mark Dion, has publicly retracted his support for the city's resolution to divest from companies linked to Israel, admitting that his initial stance was a mistake.

0 Politics Israel

Trump? Or Harris?

Emes Ve-Emunah

In a deeply conflicted analysis of the upcoming U.S. presidential election, the author expresses intense aversion to former President Donald Trump's inflammatory rhetoric, which includes personal attacks on Kamala Harris and associations with extremist ideologies.

0 Politics Israel

The Past, Present and Future of the Israel-Jordan Relationship

Moment in Moment

The Israel-Jordan relationship, historically stable due to Jordan's moderate policies, faces contemporary challenges and geopolitical interests.

0 Politics Culture

Data is squishy, and other lessons from the Forward's poll of American Jews

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

In his article on the Forward's poll of American Jews, Arno Rosenfeld explores the nuanced and sometimes contradictory findings regarding antisemitism, campus protests, and free speech.

0 Politics Israel

Whoever the next Tory leader is, they will hold Labour’s feet to the fire on Israel

Jewish Chronicle

The upcoming leadership change in the UK's Conservative Party, with either Kemi Badenoch or Robert Jenrick poised to succeed Rishi Sunak, will likely sharpen the focus on Israel in British politics.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jewish Park Slope Food Coop members file state complaint alleging antisemitic, anti-Israel harassment

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Jewish members of the Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn have filed a state human rights complaint, alleging antisemitic and anti-Israel harassment linked to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Sinwar, check. Nasrallah, check. What comes next for Bibi and Israel?

Jewish Chronicle

Israel has marked significant military achievements against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, eliminating leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Yahya Sinwar.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Jews, think about your vote.

Benjamin Kerstein in Future of Jewish

Benjamin Kerstein's guest essay critiques Kamala Harris's response to anti-Israel heckling at a campaign event, highlighting the potential inflammatory impact on American Jews.

0 Politics Israel

This is a golden opportunity to stamp on Tehran

Jewish Chronicle

The article argues that the recent killing of Yahya Sinwar, a prominent Hamas leader linked to Iran, presents Israel and its allies with a strategic opportunity to undermine Iran's influence in the region.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Israel will triumph, but diaspora Jews will pay the price

Jewish Chronicle

The article discusses the dire consequences for the Jewish diaspora of the ongoing conflict between Israel and its adversaries.

0 Politics Communities

A Meeting of Natans

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin reflects on his recent meeting with Natan Sharansky, a hero who endured persecution in the Soviet Gulag and became an advocate for freedom.

0 Politics Television/Film

We Are All on the Bus

Armin Rosen in Tablet

Armin Rosen's commentary highlights the enduring challenges within political journalism, drawing parallels between past and present media dynamics.

0 Politics Communities

2 pro-Israel activists arrested for violence at UCLA encampment last spring

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

Two pro-Israel activists have been arrested following a violent encounter at a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA last spring.

0 Politics Communities

In Philadelphia’s suburbs, an army of canvassers targets Jewish voters

Ron Kampeas in JTA

The article provides an in-depth look at the intense efforts of Jewish canvassers targeting Jewish voters in Philadelphia's suburbs ahead of the upcoming presidential election.

0 Politics Communities

2 pro-Israel activists arrested for violent counterprotest at UCLA last spring

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

Two pro-Israel activists, Eyal Shalom and Malachi Joshua Marlan-Librett, were arrested following a violent confrontation with pro-Palestinian demonstrators at UCLA, highlighting escalating tensions on campuses regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Everyone’s Talking About ‘Nobody Wants This’

Susan Hornik in Hadassah

The Netflix series "Nobody Wants This," starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, has become a subject of discussion due to its portrayal of Jewish culture and stereotypes.

0 Television/Film Gender/Identity

Vanessa on Vanessa: ‘I vowed I’d never write this book’

Jewish Chronicle

Vanessa Feltz, a prominent British broadcaster, offers an unfiltered look at her life in her autobiography "Vanessa Bares All," despite initially resisting the idea of writing it.

0 Television/Film Literature

This writer has finally forgiven Glenn Close; whether Glenn Close cares is another story

Julia M. Klein in Forward

Bruce Eric Kaplan’s memoir, "They Went Another Way," chronicles his frustrating experiences in Hollywood as he struggles to get a series greenlit.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’s’ Rachel Bloom Is Working on an Exciting New Show

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Rachel Bloom and her husband Dan Gregor are developing a new show titled "Do You Want Kids?," now in the works with ABC.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

How George Harrison, the Beatles’ unsung hero, wrote his own ‘Hallelujah’

PJ Grisar in Forward

George Harrison, often considered the modest and spiritual Beatle, emerges in a new light in Seth Rogovoy's exploration of his musical contributions.

0 Music Culture

The accordion is an instrument of sorrow and celebration — does that make it Jewish?

Benjamin Ivry in Forward

The article explores the complex cultural ties between Jewish music traditions and the accordion, an instrument often associated with both sorrow and celebration.

Education ›

0 Education Communities

After October 7, I Decided to Switch My Kids to a Jewish Day School. This Reform One Was Perfect for Us.

Nellie Israel in Kveller

Nellie Israel shares her experience of transferring her children to Rodeph Sholom School, a Reform Jewish day school in New York City, following concerns about the local public school's environment and a teacher's anti-Zionist views.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Data is squishy, and other lessons from the Forward's poll of American Jews

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Arno Rosenfeld reflects on the challenges and insights gained from shaping the Forward-CHIP50 poll, which explores American Jewish opinions on topics such as antisemitism and campus protests.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

By Any Other Name review: ‘Shakespeare’s Marrano sister’

Jewish Chronicle

Jodi Picoult's latest novel, "By Any Other Name," presents a provocative twist on literary history by suggesting Emilia Bassano, a Marrano Jew and the first Englishwoman to publish poetry, as a potential author behind Shakespeare's works.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Communities

Let’s hear it for the humble, wonderful Mr Cohens

Jewish Chronicle

Vicki Belovski reflects on the profound impact of ordinary individuals, emphasizing the virtue in living a life of integrity and kindness, embodied by "Mr. Cohen," a fictional representation of many modest but upright Jews.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Torah

First Moon Colony

Jeremy England in Tablet

Jeremy England explores the perceived divide between science and biblical religion, asserting that Genesis offers profound insights that relate to scientific concepts if read with an open mind.

0 Philosophy Communities

How to Be a Good Jew in Our Post-October 7th World

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

In a post-October 7th world, Joshua Hoffman argues that the pursuit of being a "good Jew" is not about rigid definitions but about embracing a dynamic approach to Jewish identity.

Holidays ›

0 Holidays Communities

Silent dancing on Simchat Torah? A joyous Jewish holiday is remade for a mournful anniversary.

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

This Simchat Torah, Jewish communities worldwide are balancing the traditional joy of the holiday with the somber memory of the attack that occurred on October 7, 2023.

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