for Thursday, November 28, 2024

Communities ›

0 Communities Culture

Between Modern Orthodoxy and Religious Zionism: At Home as an Immigrant

Sruli Fruchter in 18forty

Sruli Fruchter explores the complex experiences of living between modern Orthodoxy and Israel's Religious Zionism after making aliyah.

0 Communities Politics

We are not like them — and we should be damn proud of that.

Ted Goldstein in Future of Jewish

Ted Goldstein's essay reflects on the resilience and unique character of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, highlighting the enduring impact of figures like Yossi Dressner, a revered educator and community leader.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Israel reached a ceasefire in Lebanon. Why does Gaza seem so hard?

Ron Kampeas in Forward

The article explores the contrasting strategies of U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding ceasefires in Lebanon and Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

Israel reached a ceasefire in Lebanon. Is Gaza next?

Ron Kampeas in JTA

President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have differing approaches following a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, concerning future prospects for Gaza.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Lee Zeldin, Trump’s pick to helm EPA, says he received bomb threat with ‘pro-Palestinian themed message’

Ron Kampeas in Forward

Lee Zeldin, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the Environmental Protection Agency and a notable Jewish Republican, reported receiving a bomb threat accompanied by a pro-Palestinian message.

0 Politics Israel

France says it won’t arrest Netanyahu, despite ICC warrant against him

Ron Kampeas in Forward

France, along with Argentina and Hungary, has announced it will not honor the International Criminal Court's arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What Trump's appointment of a Soros protege tells us about the right's real priorities

Emily Tamkin in Forward

Emily Tamkin explores the irony of President-elect Donald Trump's appointment of Scott Bessent, a former associate of George Soros, to lead the Treasury Department despite Trump's persistent propagation of antisemitic conspiracy theories against Soros.

0 Politics Israel

The Cease Fire in Lebanon

Emes Ve-Emunah

Amidst significant skepticism, Israel successfully managed a two-front war against Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, culminating in a favorable ceasefire.

0 Politics Israel

Senior Biden aide celebrates Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in call with Jewish leaders

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Amos Hochstein, President Joe Biden's envoy to the Middle East, celebrated a diplomatic breakthrough with a ceasefire brokered between Israel and Hezbollah after 14 months of conflict.

0 Politics Israel

Uruguay elects a left-wing president who is not anti-Israel, a rarity in Latin America

Juan Melamed in JTA

Yamandu Orsi has been elected as the president of Uruguay, marking a shift in Latin America's left-wing leadership which is typically critical of Israel.

0 Politics Communities

When the bar mitzvah boy’s dad is running for mayor

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Scott Stringer, former Manhattan borough president and New York City's comptroller, is preparing both for his son Maxwell's bar mitzvah and his own return to politics.

0 Politics Israel

The government should put its alliance with Israel above a foreign court

Jewish Chronicle

The article, authored by Keith Black, Chair of the Jewish Leadership Council, argues that the British government should prioritize its alliance with Israel over following the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to arrest Israeli leaders.

0 Politics Israel

The One Thing to Remember About Ceasefires

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

This thought-provoking piece discusses the nature of ceasefires in the Israeli context, highlighting that these temporary halts in conflict are not steps toward peace but tactical pauses for both Israel and its adversaries like Hamas and Hezbollah.

0 Politics Israel

Senate Democrats’ anti-Israel votes reveal the true size of its leftist faction

Jewish Chronicle

Recent Senate votes have highlighted significant divisions within the Democratic Party regarding Israel, underlining a growing left-wing faction that opposes arms sales to the country.

0 Politics Israel

If we want peace, Unrwa and Unifil must both be completely reformed

Jewish Chronicle

The article argues for the urgent reform of UN agencies UNRWA and UNIFIL, highlighting their failure to mitigate the threats from Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

0 Politics Israel

Obama Plays a Dead Man’s Hand in Lebanon, and Wins

Tony Badran in Tablet

Tony Badran critiques President Barack Obama's Middle East policy, focusing on a recent cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, brokered by U.S. mediators.

Music ›

0 Music History

Barbra Streisand recorded here — and so did Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, John Lennon and, uh, The Village People

Dan Epstein in Forward

The iconic Hit Factory recording studio, initially founded in 1969, has played a pivotal role in shaping popular music, with a distinguished record of producing award-winning albums across various genres.

Culture ›

0 Culture Television/Film

Natalie Portman Stars In the Best Jewish Thanksgiving Episode Ever Made

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"Lady in the Lake," a limited series on Apple TV+ starring Natalie Portman, offers a rare and intricate portrayal of Jewish life through the lens of a 1960s Thanksgiving episode.

0 Culture Philosophy

We can be thankful this year — and Jewish wisdom can help

Jay Michaelson in Forward

Jay Michaelson reflects on his struggle with feeling thankful amid political and global crises, emphasizing the importance of cultivating gratitude even in difficult times.

0 Culture Food

Katz’s Deli, a NYC icon, gets its first-ever commercial

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Katz's Delicatessen, a legendary establishment in New York City's Lower East Side renowned for its iconic pastrami sandwiches and cinematic appearances, has launched its first commercial, directed by Jewish-Italian filmmaker Nicolas Heller, known as 'New York Nico.'

0 Culture Politics

Jews are back as everyone’s go-to target, but I’m looking for a glimpse of light

Jewish Chronicle

In a time when Jews face renewed targeting and antisemitic sentiments are pervasive, this deeply personal piece explores the struggle with faith and community engagement amid global crises.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Deportations, lawsuits, increased scrutiny: How the Trump administration could handle campus antisemitism

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Andrew Lapin's piece explores the ongoing challenges and political dynamics surrounding U.S. campus antisemitism, particularly under Title VI civil rights investigations.

0 Antisemitism Culture

This is what our grandparents warned us about.

Hana Raviyt Schank in Future of Jewish

Hana Raviyt Schank writes a poignant guest essay reflecting on the rise of antisemitism among Western Jews, especially in the aftermath of the October 7 conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

Wicked review: ‘it’s a Grande entrance’

Jewish Chronicle

The film adaptation of "Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, draws shocking parallels between its setting and Nazi Germany, reminiscent of Der Stürmer's propaganda.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Jewish Law

If I marry out will my future children suffer?

Jewish Chronicle

Navigating the complexities of interfaith relationships, particularly the pressure to marry within the Jewish community, the author reflects on personal family dynamics and societal expectations.

Food ›

0 Food Culture

Meet Jake Cohen, the chef reinventing the modern Jew-ish menu

Jewish Chronicle

Jake Cohen is redefining Jewish cuisine for a modern audience, blending his deep Ashkenazi roots with diverse influences from his personal life.

0 Food Culture

A Sephardic Thanksgiving Dinner

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet

Jamie Betesh Carter reflects on the unique culinary blend of her Sephardic and Ashkenazi heritage, particularly how her family navigated these traditions during Thanksgiving.

Education ›

0 Education Culture

Educating by understanding our learners

eJewishPhilanthropy

Ari Y. Kelman's model, embraced by the Jim Joseph Foundation, offers insights into Jewish education by focusing on universal learning processes rather than solely Jewish content.

0 Education Antisemitism

We didn’t want to become experts

eJewishPhilanthropy

Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath reflects on the metaphorical 10,000 hours Jewish people have endured in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre in Israel, paralleling the time required for expertise in Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers."

Literature ›

0 Literature Culture

We can all learn from Wicked, an allegory of Jewish history

Jewish Chronicle

The musical Wicked, seen as an allegory of Jewish history, offers deep insights into themes of scapegoating and resilience.

0 Literature Culture

We Are Stories

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and storytelling.

History ›

0 History Culture

The Myth of the Judaic Puritans

Yisroel Benporat in Lehrhaus

Yisroel Benporat critically examines the persistent myth that Puritans in early America embraced aspects of Judaism, debunking claims such as Cotton Mather wearing a skullcap and labeling himself a rabbi.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Culture

Schusterman foundation, whose fortune comes from oil, makes first donation to climate group

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

The Schusterman Family Philanthropies, traditionally tied to oil and gas wealth, made their first foray into environmental philanthropy with a $300,000 donation to Adamah, a leading Jewish environmental organization.

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