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Sometimes the dead bring the living together

Jewish Chronicle

In a world where Jews often feel beleaguered, unexpected sources of positivity emerge from graveyards.

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An inspiring documentary shows the power of Black-Jewish unity

Olivia Haynie in Forward

"All Gods Children," directed by Ondi Timoner, documents the five-year journey of Rabbi Rachel Timoner and Reverend Dr. Robert Waterman as they bridge their Brooklyn congregations, Congregation Beth Elohim and Antioch Baptist Church, to combat antisemitism and racism.

0 Culture Politics

Jewish Actor Jason Isaacs Wears Yellow Ribbon to British Independent Film Awards

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Jason Isaacs, a prominent Jewish actor, attended the British Independent Film Awards donning a yellow ribbon, leading to speculation about its significance.

0 Culture Communities

Someone to Lean On

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In "Someone to Lean On," Cindy Scarr crafts a poignant narrative about the unexpected camaraderie between two women overcoming physical trauma, Mazal and Karen.

0 Culture Politics

‘I’ve entered the Jewish stage of my career’

Jewish Chronicle

Simon Yadoo, an actor with a 19-year career, has recently embraced Jewish roles, marking a new phase in his work with plays like "Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah" and Nathan Englander's "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank."

0 Culture Holidays

Chanukah can bring everyone together, even after divorce

Jewish Chronicle

Drawing from personal experience and family law observations, this piece reflects on the potential of Chanukah to foster togetherness even in the wake of divorce.

0 Culture Communities

GI Yosef

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin explores the significance of a new set of IDF action figures called 'Giborei Yisrael' (Israeli Heroes), which celebrate the diversity and heroism within the Israeli Defense Forces.

Sports ›

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Jewish ace Max Fried signs record-breaking contract with the New York Yankees

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

In a historic moment for Jewish athletes and the MLB, Max Fried, a Jewish ace pitcher from Los Angeles, signed an eight-year, $218 million contract with the New York Yankees, marking the largest deal ever for a Jewish player and a left-handed pitcher.

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Forest seem unbeatable with latest 12-0 victory

Andrew Sherwood in Jewish Chronicle

Sukkotingham Forest's resounding 12-0 victory over 40 Year Wanderers has brought them to an almost certain championship in the Maccabi GB Southern Football League Division Two, leaving them just one win away from clinching the title.

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Minneapolis mayor drew closer to his Jewish identity after Oct. 7, rise in antisemitism; ‘I have to be more out front’

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has experienced a renewed connection to his Jewish identity amid a rise in antisemitic incidents following the October 7th Hamas attacks last year.

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Fate of Jewish man facing sentencing over 2022 synagogue shooting plot divides the Upper West Side

Luke Tress in JTA

The Upper West Side is divided over the sentencing of Matthew Mahrer, a Jewish man, who pled guilty to felony weapons charges in a plot to attack a synagogue with Christopher Brown, a white supremacist.

0 Politics History

Everything You Need to Know About Syria, Israel, and the Middle East

Richard Hanania in Future of Jewish

In an analytical exploration of Syria's recent political upheavals, Richard Hanania reflects on the fall of the Assad regime and its implications for regional stability.

0 Politics Communities

What issues are Jewish voters thinking about as New York City’s mayoral campaign gets underway?

Luke Tress in JTA

Jewish issues are expected to play a significant role in New York City's 2024 mayoral election, especially given the city's large Jewish population and recent events such as the Israel-Hamas conflict.

0 Politics Ethics

Why I resigned as chairman of Amnesty Israel

Daniil Brodsky in Forward

Daniil Brodsky, former chairman of Amnesty Israel, explains his resignation in response to internal disagreements on the organization's handling of its Gaza report.

0 Politics History

A Former President Presents Inconvenient Facts To Young Protesters

Jewdicious

Former President Bill Clinton reflects on the complex history of Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations and the impact of Yasser Arafat's rejection of a peace deal in 2000.

0 Politics Israel

Massad Boulos, Trump’s new Middle East adviser, touts roadmap to Palestinian state

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Massad Boulos, slated to be Donald Trump's advisor on Middle Eastern affairs, emphasizes the need to outline a roadmap to Palestinian statehood as part of establishing relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

0 Politics Leadership

Benjamin Netanyahu takes the stand in his corruption trial

Ben Sales in JTA

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in court as part of his ongoing trial for corruption charges, marking a historic occasion where a sitting prime minister faces such accusations.

0 Politics Israel

With Assad gone, now is the time to bomb Iran’s nukes

Jewish Chronicle

The article argues for a preemptive strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, framing it as an existential threat to Israel similar to past threats from Syria and Iraq.

0 Politics Israel

With Trump’s return, will the Abraham Accords make a comeback?

Jewish Chronicle

The article discusses the potential revival of the Abraham Accords with the possible return of Donald Trump to power, focusing on Saudi Arabia's strategic considerations.

0 Politics Israel

Bucking Israel’s far right, several large American Jewish groups say they oppose resettling Gaza

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Several prominent American Jewish organizations, including the Jewish Federations of North America, the American Jewish Committee, and the Anti-Defamation League, have expressed opposition to the potential reestablishment of Israeli settlements in Gaza, a proposal supported by some far-right elements within the Israeli government.

Communities ›

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How a Jewish neighborhood in liberal Los Angeles became a stronghold for Trump

Louis Keene in Forward

The Pico-Robertson neighborhood in Los Angeles, traditionally known for its liberal Jewish community, experienced a political shift in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with major voting precincts favoring Donald Trump over Kamala Harris.

0 Communities Culture

The Moment: Issue 1040

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

At the 2024 Agudah Convention, attendees explored themes of faith, leadership, and resilience in the face of modern challenges, as encapsulated in various rabbinic addresses.

0 Communities Leadership

Remembering Arnie Weiner, a remarkable Jewish professional

eJewishPhilanthropy

Arnie Weiner is fondly remembered by David Raphael, the co-founder of the Jewish Grandparents Network, for his profound impact as a Jewish community professional.

0 Communities Politics

I don’t want to argue about genocide. I just want to honor Mahmoud.

Rabbi Regina Sandler-Phillips in Forward

Rabbi Regina Sandler-Phillips focuses on commemorating Mahmoud Almadhoun, a key figure behind the Gaza Soup Kitchen, who was killed by an Israeli drone strike.

Art ›

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Reeling from the anguish of Oct. 7, he's drawn more than 300 images of beauty and hope

Cathryn J. Prince in Forward

Israeli artist Zeev Engelmayer responds to the trauma of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack with his 'Daily Postcard' project, producing over 300 illustrations that blend despair with hope.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Holocaust

Is Saying Gedolim Made a Mistake, Kefira?

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article reflects on a controversial Q&A session at an Agudah convention, featuring Rav Uri Deutsch and Torah VoDaath Rosh HaYeshiva, Rabbi Yisroel Reisman.

0 Jewish Law Culture

The Help

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article, prepared for print by Faigy Peritzman, provides guidance on the halachic implications of employing non-Jewish household help in a kosher home.

Television/Film ›

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A New York Film Festival Focuses on Israelis and Palestinians

Guest Contributor in Lilith

The Other Israel Film Festival in Manhattan highlights the ongoing complexities of Israeli-Palestinian relations a year after the October 7 Hamas attack and subsequent Israeli actions in Gaza.

0 Television/Film History

In a gripping film set in 1930's Tel Aviv, lovers fight the tide of terrorism and colonialism

Simi Horwitz in Forward

Michael Winterbottom's film "Shoshana" delivers a powerful narrative by intertwining a love story with the complex political landscape of 1930s Palestine.

0 Television/Film Culture

In ‘Leah’s Perfect Gift,’ Hallmark Gets the Jewish Christmas Romance Right

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

"Leah's Perfect Gift," Hallmark's latest holiday film, stands out as a quintessential Jewish Christmas movie, distinct from typical Hanukkah-themed stories.

Education ›

0 Education History

What Is a Yeshivah?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Rav Chaim Mordechai (Mottel) Katz was instrumental in the post-Holocaust revival of the Telshe Yeshivah in America.

0 Education Communities

When I fell behind in public school, it was time to think small

Lev Gottschalk in JTA

Lev Gottschalk shares his educational journey as a Jewish teen navigating both public and Jewish private school environments.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust History

Polish police murdered Jews during the Holocaust with gusto and even without Nazi orders, new book claims

Zev Stub in JTA

Jan Grabowski's new book, "On Duty: The Polish Blue & Criminal Police in the Holocaust," reveals the active role of Polish police in the Holocaust, often acting on their own initiative to kill Jews.

Food ›

0 Food Holidays

Eight essential Chanukah kitchen tools

Jewish Chronicle

Preparing for a culinary celebration this Chanukah is made easier with a selection of essential kitchen tools.

0 Food Holidays

Chocolate-Cherry Mandelbrot

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table

Leah Koenig's newsletter celebrates Hanukkah with a delightful recipe for Chocolate-Cherry Mandelbrot, a Jewish take on biscotti that perfectly complements holiday gatherings.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

According to this non-Jew, antisemitism is the perfect prejudice.

Pat Johnson in Future of Jewish

Pat Johnson, Director of Upstanders Canada, argues that antisemitism is a deeply ingrained and self-sustaining form of prejudice that prevails globally, regardless of local or international political events.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Jewish U of Michigan official targeted with pro-Palestinian vandalism at home

Jacob Gurvis in JTA

University of Michigan trustee Jordan Acker, a Jewish attorney, experienced a third incident of vandalism linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict, with pro-Palestinian graffiti on his property.

Israel ›

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Random people share what confuses them about Israel.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Israel often elicits confusion for those unfamiliar with its unique sociopolitical landscape, and this article explores common perplexities voiced by people from around the world.

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