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0 Communities Culture

It’s time to take a serious look at digital engagement

In an era where community is being redefined by digital platforms, the Jewish community must adapt to engage youth effectively online.

0 Communities Education

Unapologetically Jewish and stronger than ever

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Jewish students in Ontario are increasingly facing antisemitism on university campuses, but many are combating this by embracing their Jewish identity more openly and celebrating their culture.

0 Communities History

Transnistria’s Jews find themselves caught in a Soviet time warp as Ukraine war rages next door

Philissa Cramer in Forward

The Jewish population in Transnistria, a breakaway region of Moldova still clinging to Soviet ideals, is dwindling and aging amidst economic hardship exacerbated by the war in Ukraine.

0 Communities History

Transnistria’s Jews find themselves caught in a Soviet time warp as Ukraine war rages next door

Larry Luxner in JTA

In the breakaway region of Transnistria, Jewish life persists against the backdrop of Soviet nostalgia and current geopolitical tensions.

0 Communities Torah

Keep Going

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Rav Berel was a unique and inspirational figure whose indefatigable drive and devotion to Torah left a profound impact on all who knew him.

0 Communities Culture

Gathering Sparks in Colorado

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr shares a heartwarming story from a Bais Yaakov summer camp tour in Colorado, where a chance encounter with a couple in the process of converting to Judaism led to a profound Shabbat experience.

0 Communities Education

What the data reveals about the parent-camp partnership

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Nila Rosen, senior director of learning and research at the Foundation for Jewish Camp, explores the evolving expectations of parents for communication from Jewish summer camps.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Art

Spotted in a Nazi’s daughter’s real estate ad: a painting looted from a famed Jewish art dealer

Toby Axelrod in JTA

A painting looted from the Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker during World War II has potentially resurfaced in Argentina, as reported by Dutch journalists.

0 Holocaust Ethics

Response to “Genocide and the Burden of History”

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Eliana Fishman critiques Yehuda Kurtzer's essay on genocide by comparing contemporary criteria for identifying genocide with historical instances, emphasizing their complexity and the potential harm of excessive caution.

History ›

0 History Politics

Palestinian nationalism is one big lie.

Dan Burmawi in Future of Jewish

Dan Burmawi's essay challenges the notion of Palestinian nationalism by arguing that the region's identity has historically been more rooted in Islam than in nationalist ideology.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Democrats withdraw two-state resolution to avoid clash with progressives on Israel and Palestinians

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

The Democratic National Committee withdrew a resolution supporting Israel and a two-state solution to placate progressive activists who advocate for a more pro-Palestinian stance.

0 Politics History

Only When Jews Do It

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr critiques Omer Bartov’s New York Times op-ed for labeling Israel's defensive actions in Gaza as genocidal.

0 Politics Culture

The Great Messaging Flip of 2025

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In "The Great Messaging Flip of 2025," Cindy Scarr analyzes the shift in political branding strategies that unfolded with Donald Trump's second term.

0 Politics Israel

DNC blocks resolution calling for recognition of Palestinian statehood and halting arms sales to Israel

Grace Gilson in JTA

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) panel recently blocked a resolution that advocated for recognizing Palestinian statehood and suspending arms sales to Israel, reflecting a rising rift within the party's stance towards Israel.

0 Politics History

A Reichstag fire is blazing in Trump's America and we know exactly who is fanning the flames

Terrence Petty in Forward

Terrence Petty draws chilling parallels between the rise of Adolf Hitler's totalitarian regime in Germany and actions taken by Donald Trump during his presidency to allegedly pave the way for an authoritarian state in America.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The Call for Fasting and Prayer

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Amidst heightened tensions and increased anti-Jewish sentiment globally, both the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah of Agudah and religious leaders from other faiths, notably Pope Leo, recently called for fasting and prayer.

0 Politics Communities

Will federal security grants require synagogues to cooperate with ICE? Concerns are running high.

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Many progressive Jewish groups and synagogues are boycotting the federal security grants due to new conditions that include support for federal immigration enforcement, perceived as conflicting with Jewish values.

0 Politics Israel

Let’s have an honest conversation about Israel’s place in the world.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's article delves into the complexities of Israel's position in global politics and its often skewed portrayal in media.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu says ‘tragic mishap’ fueled Gaza hospital strikes that killed 20, including 5 journalists

Grace Gilson in Forward

An Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, resulted in the death of approximately 20 individuals, including five journalists.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Free Palestine? Or free pass for terror?

Lucy Tabrizi in Future of Jewish

Lucy Tabrizi critiques the recurring rallies in Western cities which ostensibly support Palestinians but often implicitly endorse extremist ideologies.

0 Politics Communities

2025 NYC mayoral election endorsements: Who is backing each candidate?

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

The 2025 NYC mayoral race is receiving significant attention from Jewish communities, with notable endorsements painting a complex picture of support.

Culture ›

0 Culture Antisemitism

How the phrase 'It was promised to them 3,000 years ago' became a ubiquitous meme

Mira Fox in Forward

The phrase "It was promised to them 3,000 years ago" has evolved into a pervasive meme, initially stemming from discussions about the biblical and historical Jewish claim to Israel.

0 Culture Ethics

Smarter Giving

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are specialized charitable accounts allowing contributors immediate tax benefits while advising on grant disbursements later.

0 Culture Television/Film

‘Roastmaster’ Jeff Ross takes a sweet and very Jewish turn in his new one-man Broadway show

Steve North in JTA

Renowned for his sharp-tongued roasts, Jeff Ross displays a surprisingly sweet and culturally rich side in his new Broadway one-man show, "Jeff Ross: Take A Banana For The Ride."

Art ›

0 Art Holocaust

For an 'adventuress' who memorialized the Holocaust in art, a long-awaited revival

Olivia Haynie in Forward

Anna Walinska, a Jewish artist originally from London who grew up in New York, is experiencing a revival in recognition for her impactful art depicting the Holocaust.

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At the Jewish Museum of Chicago, anti-Zionist Jewish artists explore identity and dissent

Grace Gilson in JTA

The Jewish Museum of Chicago, founded by Gabriel Chalfin-Piney-Gonzlez in 2023, is a unique initiative aiming to create a space for Jewish artists, particularly those who are anti-Zionist, to express and connect.

Education ›

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WHAT TO TELL MY KIDS WHEN THEY WIND UP WITH ONE OF “THOSE” TEACHERS?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Navigating a child's experience with different teaching styles is a topic explored in depth by Rabbi Ari Schonfeld and Rabbi Yerachmiel Garfield.

0 Education Communities

Across the Divide

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article recounts her childhood experiences with her father, "Abba," who passionately taught Torah values to children from primarily unaffiliated Jewish families.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy Education

Mind Over Matter

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Exploring the profound connection between mind and body, the article emphasizes how our thoughts, beliefs, and expectations can shape our physical and emotional experiences.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Jewish Law

Pardon Me

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Exploring the complexities of seeking forgiveness in Jewish tradition, this piece delves into various scenarios where mechilah (forgiveness) is sought and granted, based on Halachic guidance.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Communities

Philadelphia Jewish museum won’t rehang Israeli flag now after it was vandalized twice in a week

Benyamin Cohen in Forward

In response to repeated acts of vandalism, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia has decided not to rehang an Israeli flag on its facade after it was targeted with red paint twice in a week.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Australia accuses Iran of directing antisemitic attacks, expels ambassador

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Australia has taken decisive action against Iran by expelling its ambassador following intelligence allegations that Tehran directed antisemitic attacks on Jewish institutions, including arson at a Sydney kosher deli and the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne.

0 Antisemitism Music

Kneecap cancels sold-out US tour, one day after clash with Jewish protesters in Paris

Grace Gilson in Forward

Irish rap group Kneecap has cancelled its sold-out U.S. tour due to member Mo Chara's legal issues over alleged support for Hezbollah, following a pattern of provocative actions, including the projection of anti-Israel messages during a past performance.

Music ›

0 Music Culture

Counting Crows’ Adam Duritz Has an Incredible Jewish Story

Pamela Rafalow Grossman in Kveller

Adam Duritz, frontman of Counting Crows, is the focus of a new documentary highlighting his musical journey and personal connections to Judaism.

Torah ›

0 Torah Communities

Two congregations, two opinions as Torahs hit the floor at separate NYC services

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA

In a rare and unsettling coincidence, two separate Torah scrolls fell to the floor during services at New York City congregations on the same weekend, prompting different responses based on their communal philosophies.

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