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Amid their return to kibbutzes ravaged by Hamas, 400 Israelis head to NYC for a brief respite

Joseph Strauss in JTA

In a powerful gesture of solidarity and respite, 400 Israelis from kibbutzes and agricultural communities near the Gaza border, previously attacked by Hamas, were hosted by New York families for a week.

0 Communities Culture

Former NY Jewish Week staffer Miriam Reinharth, 69, dies after being hit by ambulance on Upper West Side

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Miriam Reinharth, a former organizer of community forums and literary events for the New York Jewish Week, has tragically passed away at 69 after being hit by an ambulance on the Upper West Side.

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New Los Angeles Yiddish scene continues a long tradition

Miriam Oxenhandler Newman in Forward

Los Angeles is experiencing a resurgence in Yiddish culture, spearheaded by activists like Rabbi Zach Golden, Caroline Luce, Aaron Castillo-White, and Miri Koral.

0 Culture Art

Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco will close for a year, citing financial woes

Laura Paull in Forward

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco will temporarily close for a year starting December 15 due to financial challenges and a decline in attendance.

0 Culture Education

The Small But Mighty Power of Jewish Board Books

Sarah Aroeste in Kveller

Jewish board books, designed for young children, encapsulate profound cultural and educational significance in their seemingly simple pages.

0 Culture Sports

It’s a goal! Father and son find success with creation of football board game

Jewish Chronicle

Jon and Mason Sloneem, a father-son duo, have successfully merged their love for football and board games into a popular creation called "The Game of Two Halves."

0 Culture Holocaust

Meet the Holocaust survivor who became a TikTok sensation

Jewish Chronicle

Gidon Lev, an 89-year-old Holocaust survivor living in Israel, has become an unexpected TikTok sensation, amassing nearly 500,000 followers by sharing his experiences and vibrant outlook on life.

0 Culture Antisemitism

The Talmud replacing the Constitution? An antisemite tweets, and Jews get in on the joke

Louis Keene in Forward

In a recent online phenomenon, Jewish Twitter humorously engaged with a bizarre antisemitic tweet by Holocaust denier Stew Peters, who claimed that the U.S. Constitution is being replaced with the Talmud.

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Israel’s proposed wartime budget would slash benefits for new immigrants

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward

Israel's proposed wartime budget for 2025 includes significant cuts to financial stipends for new immigrants, limiting eligibility based on personal wealth while slightly augmenting support for those below the threshold.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump picks Matt Gaetz, who called ADL ‘racist’ and invited Holocaust denier to SOTU, for attorney general

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Congressman Matt Gaetz for attorney general, sparking controversy due to Gaetz's history of engaging with antisemitic conspiracy theories and figures.

0 Politics Israel

As a liberal Jew, I have stopped apologizing.

Carra Glatt Ben-Baruch in Future of Jewish

Carra Glatt Ben-Baruch, in her essay as a senior lecturer at Bar-Ilan University, describes her shift from feeling the need to apologize for Israeli politics to unapologetically supporting her Israeli identity and community.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump AG nominee Matt Gaetz has left a trail of antisemitic comments

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The nomination of Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General by President-elect Donald Trump has sparked significant controversy due to Gaetz's history of antisemitic remarks and actions.

0 Politics Communities

U of Michigan student president impeached after calling critics ‘Zionists’

Andrew Lapin in JTA

The University of Michigan's student body president, Alifa Anam Chowdhury, and vice president Elias Atkinson, have been impeached due to their aggressive approach toward promoting a pro-Palestinian platform and accusing critics of being Zionists on social media.

0 Politics Israel

As ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee could derail Trump's plans for the Middle East

Alex Lederman in Forward

President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel could challenge Trump's goals of expanding the Abraham Accords, including achieving normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

0 Politics Israel

Your complete guide to Trump's Jewish advisers and pro-Israel cabinet

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his cabinet for a potential second term, key appointments signify a continuation of strong pro-Israel policies.

0 Politics Israel

US takes no action as deadline passes for Israel to meet Gaza’s humanitarian needs

Ron Kampeas in Forward

The Biden administration is evaluating Israel's compliance with a U.S. directive to enhance humanitarian aid to Gaza.

0 Politics Jewish Law

After years of stalling, Netanyahu will finally face a courtroom — and, just maybe, a reckoning

Dan Perry in Forward

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to finally face corruption charges in court after years of delaying tactics that have undermined Israel's judiciary.

0 Politics Israel

So Far, So Good

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses the importance of separating personal character from policy decisions in evaluating political leaders, focusing on Donald Trump's recent cabinet picks, especially those related to Israel.

0 Politics Sports

As Israel faces off against France, the true battle will be taking place off the field

Robert Zaretsky in Forward

As tensions flare between France and Israel ahead of a Nations League soccer match, the game underscores the deep political and ideological divides spilling over from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict into Europe.

0 Politics Culture

Scoop! Secret Tapes Of Bibi-Trump Phone Calls Revealed

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

In a satirical style, Gary Rosenblatt caricatures phone exchanges between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and then President-elect Donald Trump.

0 Politics Israel

Trump's first picks are die-hard Israel supporters, mocking the pro-Palestinian protest vote

Rob Eshman in Forward

In a column by Rob Eshman, the author reflects on President-elect Donald Trump's picks for key positions related to U.S. policy on Israel and Palestine, expressing a mix of concern and schadenfreude.

0 Politics Israel

For the last time, Israel is not attacking journalists.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman argues that the accusations against Israel for attacking journalists are misleading and fail to account for the complex reality of media manipulation in conflict zones.

0 Politics Culture

The Post-Election Sex Strike. Plus. . .

River Page in The Free Press

In the aftermath of the 2024 elections, American progressives are grappling with Donald Trump's second victory, manifesting in behaviors reminiscent of the initial Trump era, such as left-wing women engaging in symbolic protests like shaving their heads and sexual abstention.

0 Politics Israel

Saudi-Israel normalization appears more distant with a skeptic in Israel’s Foreign Ministry, MBS’ ‘genocide’ accusations

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

Saudi-Israel normalization is facing setbacks as new challenges emerge.

0 Politics Israel

Rumored for a Trump posting, Elbridge Colby’s dovish views on Iran stand out

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Elbridge Colby, a former deputy assistant secretary of defense under Trump, has been rumored for a key national security post in Trump's potential second administration, but his dovish stance on Iran creates friction among conservative hawks within the GOP.

0 Politics Antisemitism

After Harris’ defeat, top Democrats tilt to the center on Israel, tackling antisemitism

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Following significant electoral losses, top Democrats are adjusting their stance to a more centrist approach on issues concerning the Jewish community, notably support for Israel and confronting antisemitism.

0 Politics Ethics

The Only Moral Position on Zionism

Ariel Beery in Future of Jewish

Ariel Beery's essay challenges the morality of anti-Zionist Jews, who participate in American democracy while opposing Jewish self-determination in Israel.

0 Politics Education

Federal judge temporarily blocks Louisiana’s law requiring classrooms to display Ten Commandments

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, ruling it unconstitutional under the First Amendment.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

‘Wanted’ posters at U of Rochester target Hillel director, Netanyahu’s brother and others with ‘ties’ to Israel

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The University of Rochester campus has seen a disturbing escalation in protest tactics, with "Wanted" posters targeting Jewish and non-Jewish university personnel for their alleged ties to Israel.

Literature ›

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Jennifer S. Brown’s New Novel of Prohibition

Hanna R. Neier in Lilith

Jennifer S. Brown’s new novel, "The Whisper Sister," offers a rich, historical coming-of-age narrative set during the 1920s in New York City amidst Prohibition.

History ›

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Jewish Life Stories: The producer who brought us ‘Sleepless in Seattle’

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

Lynda Obst, a celebrated Hollywood producer known for iconic films like Sleepless in Seattle, passed away at age 74.

Food ›

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Meet the baker celebrating the therapeutic power of challah

Jewish Chronicle

Badannie Gee, a former TV producer turned baker, has found solace and community through challah baking, using it as a form of therapy and connection for Jewish women.

0 Food Culture

Heartbroken Beets

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table

Leah Koenig's newsletter features a poignant recipe for "Heartbroken Beets" from chef Jeremy Salamon's cookbook "Second Generation," reflecting her emotional response to political concerns.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Communities

My survivor parents taught me to loathe Germany. Was I ready to forgive?

Stewart Florsheim in JTA

Stewart Florsheim reflects on his complex journey of reconciling with Germany, a country connected to his family's Holocaust trauma.

Sports ›

0 Sports Communities

Four-gold Teacher stars as Lions sweep into second round of cup

Jewish Chronicle

The London Lions U18s showcased an impressive performance in the Peter Morrison Trophy, with Max Teacher scoring four goals in their 8-1 victory over Real Madreidel.

0 Sports Communities

Golf and tennis too much? There’s always bowls

Jewish Chronicle

Lawn bowls has carved a niche within the Jewish community, sustained by the Maccabi Lawn Bowls Association (MLBA) since its establishment in 1993 following a disappointing Maccabiah Games performance.

Education ›

0 Education Antisemitism

To best support Jewish students, actively engage all students

eJewishPhilanthropy

Cherie Brown's article discusses the importance of coalition-building and dialogue to address antisemitism and other forms of hate on college campuses.

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