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Considering The Changing Landscape in Modern Orthodox Israel Education

Hillel David Rapp in Lehrhaus

Modern Orthodox Jewish Day Schools face new challenges in Israel education post-October 7, as the traditional approach emphasizing nuanced understanding of both Israeli and Palestinian narratives is being reevaluated.

0 Education Torah

Lasting Flame

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Marcy Stern, a beloved educator who recently passed away, left an indelible impact on her students and colleagues with her innovative approach to teaching Navi (Prophets).

0 Education Communities

Mentorship is a quiet revolution

eJewishPhilanthropy

Reflecting on the profound impact of mentorship, Naomi Ackerman shares how her life was shaped by Alice Shalvi, a feminist and activist, whose guidance emphasized the power of presence and listening.

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Education as a bridge: Uniting Jewish philosophies through shared programming

eJewishPhilanthropy

Faced with declining enrollment and financial pressures, Jewish day schools Rodeph Sholom School and Schechter Manhattan embarked on a collaborative journey to merge, despite differing educational philosophies.

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Is Trump's proposal for the U.S. to take over Gaza really as ludicrous as it sounds?

Dan Perry in Forward

In a column reflecting on former President Donald Trump's idea of the U.S. managing Gaza, Dan Perry explores the potential implausibility and implications of the proposal.

0 Politics Israel

Trump: ‘The US will take over the Gaza Strip’

Ben Sales in Forward

President Donald Trump announced a radical shift in U.S. policy by proposing that the United States take control of the Gaza Strip and rebuild after the war concludes.

0 Politics Israel

Meeting with Netanyahu, Trump doubles down on relocating ‘all’ Palestinians from Gaza

Ben Sales in Forward

In a recent White House meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Donald Trump reaffirmed his proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to neighboring countries.

0 Politics Israel

Middle East experts split over recent moves to slash U.S. foreign aid, USAID

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider

Middle East experts are divided over the Trump administration's decision to cut U.S. foreign aid and dismantle USAID as an independent agency, folding it into the State Department.

0 Politics Israel

The End of ‘Palestine’

Lee Smith in Tablet

Lee Smith's article discusses President Donald Trump's radical policy proposal to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by relocating Palestinian populations from Gaza, suggesting relocation to Egypt and Jordan.

0 Politics Antisemitism

I survived Charlottesville. Jews shouldn't trust Trump when it comes to antisemitism

Michael Gould-Wartofsky in Forward

Michael Gould-Wartofsky critiques President Trump's recent efforts to combat antisemitism, arguing that they are misguided and largely ineffective.

0 Politics Israel

How to Talk Turkey to Turkey

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Prime Minister Netanyahu's recent visit to the United States and meeting with then-President Trump coincides with Turkey's growing influence in the Middle East, particularly in post-war Syria.

0 Politics Ethics

A Blizzard in Washington

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr critiques the recent use of presidential pardons by outgoing President Biden and incoming President Trump, arguing it has cheapened and abused the institution.

0 Politics Science

Deep Trouble

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

China's company DeepSeek has quickly emerged as a formidable player in the artificial intelligence arena, rivaling US giants like OpenAI with its cost-effective AI technology.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What would Trump’s plan to shut down the Education Dept. mean for antisemitism investigations?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

President Donald Trump is considering an executive order to significantly downsize or even abolish the Department of Education, which currently handles the majority of federal investigations into antisemitism, particularly in educational institutions.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What would Trump’s plan to shut down the Education Dept. mean for antisemitism investigations?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

President Donald Trump's proposed executive order to shut down or significantly restrict the Education Department could have a substantial impact on the investigation and handling of antisemitism complaints in educational institutions.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump’s nominee to lead counterterrorism efforts has white nationalist ties

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Joe Kent, nominated by Donald Trump to head the National Counterterrorism Center, has connections to white nationalist and neo-Nazi figures, which have caused significant controversy.

0 Politics Education

Trump administration opens antisemitism investigations at 5 universities, including Columbia and Berkeley

Andrew Lapin in Forward

Amid rising concerns over antisemitism on college campuses, the Trump administration has initiated new Title VI civil rights investigations into five universities, including Columbia and UC Berkeley, for alleged antisemitic harassment.

0 Politics Israel

Nation-building in Gaza is doomed.

Daniel Greenfield in Future of Jewish

Daniel Greenfield critiques the proposed U.S. backed ceasefire deal that includes rebuilding Gaza, arguing that it would trap the Trump administration in a nation-building program doomed to failure.

0 Politics Holocaust

South Carolina’s Holocaust council is divided after chair cuts rabbi’s ‘political’ remarks from Auschwitz memorial broadcast

Andrew Lapin in Forward

The South Carolina Council on the Holocaust is embroiled in controversy following the chairperson Lilly Filler's decision to remove a politically charged speech by Rabbi Sam Rose from a broadcast commemorating the liberation of Auschwitz.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump’s pick for antisemitism task force previously blamed him for incidents targeting Jews

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward

Leo Terrell, once a critic of Donald Trump's alleged impact on rising antisemitism, has been appointed to head a new Department of Justice task force on antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Rubio’s new undersecretary of state was fired from first Trump administration over ties to white nationalists

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Darren Beattie, recently appointed acting undersecretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs under Marco Rubio, has sparked controversy due to his past associations with white nationalist gatherings and inflammatory comments on racial, gender, and international issues.

0 Politics Israel

What Hamas Can Teach the Jews

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's piece delves into the longstanding strategic assumptions—or "conceptzia"—within Israeli policy regarding Hamas, arguing these beliefs have proven erroneous.

0 Politics Culture

Not Even A Jewfro Can Save You, Mark Zuckerberg

Basha Lox in New Voices

Basha Lox's article critiques Mark Zuckerberg’s recent actions and image changes, linking them to his controversial relationship with Donald Trump and problematic public behavior.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

One Saint’s Day

Maggie Phillips in Tablet

The annual Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastian in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a vibrant cultural event that marks the end of the city's Christmas season, blending Puerto Rican identity with its Catholic heritage.

0 Culture Sports

The Football Deal

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article narrates the inspiring story of Rabbi Yanky Kupperwasser's son, Dovid, who engaged in an act of mesirus nefesh (self-sacrifice) by refraining from watching the Super Bowl live to maintain his morning Torah study.

0 Culture History

As a Jewish descendant of Carter G. Woodson, I cherish the history of the Black-Jewish alliance

Brennan Nevada Johnson in Forward

Brennan Nevada Johnson reflects on her unique identity as a Black Jewish woman, particularly during Black History Month, as she discovers her connection to Carter G. Woodson, the founder of Black History Month.

0 Culture Politics

On Coming to Terms

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table

Leah Koenig candidly shares her inner turmoil about maintaining "The Jewish Table" amidst the tumultuous political climate fueled by the Trump administration.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Holocaust

The Brutal, Real Pain of Holocaust Portrayals in Hollywood

Mallory Mosner in Future of Jewish

Mallory Mosner's critique of Holocaust portrayals in Hollywood highlights pervasive issues such as the emphasis on non-Jewish saviors, sanitization of Jewish identities, and problematic narratives that humanize Nazi characters.

Food ›

0 Food Communities

Israeli-style Michaeli Bakery opens a new outpost inside the JCC on the Upper West Side

Rachel Ringler in JTA

Michaeli Bakery, a celebrated kosher bakery known for its Israeli-style pastries, has opened a new outpost at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan on the Upper West Side, bringing its renowned babka and rugelach to the community.

0 Food Culture

A Jewish Ode to Cabbage

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Cabbage holds a cherished place in Jewish culinary traditions, from its historical roots in Ashkenazi and Eastern European Jewish diets to its current popularity in diverse modern recipes.

History ›

0 History Holocaust

The Incredible Legacy of Marion Wiesel, Elie Wiesel’s Wife and Translator

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Marion Wiesel, who passed away at 97, was a remarkable figure in her own right, not just as the wife of Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Where the Wagon Takes You

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

TYH (Thank You Hashem) is a music movement that has taken the Jewish community by storm, emphasizing gratitude, spirituality, and joy amidst challenging times.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Torah

Parshas Beshalach: Picture Perfect

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The article draws a comparison between the biblical miracle of Krias Yam Suf (the splitting of the Red Sea) and the challenge of matchmaking, as discussed in Jewish tradition.

Jewish Law ›

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Calming the Sea

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr discusses the challenges faced by young adults with medical conditions in the Jewish dating process, emphasizing the importance of specialized matchmaking through knowledgeable shadchanim.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Communities

Family First Inbox: Issue 930

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The issue discussed in "Family First Inbox: Issue 930" highlights the importance of a holistic approach to pain management, emphasizing the need for conventional medical evaluations alongside alternative treatments, such as those for neuroplastic pain and mind-body therapies.

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

The Absurd Extent of Charedi Resistance to the Draft

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article critically examines the staunch resistance from Charedi leadership against the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) draft, emphasizing the universal opposition despite a modest recruitment target.

Art ›

0 Art Education

How I became a vulgarizer — and why you should become one too

Ken Krimstein in Forward

Ken Krimstein discusses his role as a "vulgarizer" of history, a term he was introduced to in France, meaning someone who makes complex subjects accessible and engaging for the general public.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

The Conversation

Moment in Moment

The article "The Conversation" by Moment Magazine covers several complex issues facing the Jewish community today.

0 Antisemitism Politics

One point of consistency amid Trump’s rapid changes: a drumbeat of federal campus antisemitism investigations

Andrew Lapin in JTA

Amid the broader shifts in policies under President Trump, there is continuity in the federal commitment to combating campus antisemitism, as seen with the continuation and expansion of Title VI civil rights investigations into antisemitic incidents at universities.

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