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A billionaire Gen Z influencer is reinventing philanthropy — with this South African rabbi's help

Rob Eshman in Forward

Jimmy Donaldson, known as the YouTuber MrBeast, has reinvented philanthropy by integrating it into viral content aimed largely at Gen Z audiences.

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REVIEW: ‘The Heroes of October 7th’

Talia Liben Yarmush in Hadassah

In response to the tragic events of October 7, Israeli writer Hadassa Ben Ari has created a children's book, "The Heroes of October 7th: Heroic Stories for Children," that introduces young readers to real-life heroes from that day.

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New crop of High Holidays children’s books take place in Uganda, Hong Kong and a Sephardic home

Penny Schwartz in JTA

Penny Schwartz highlights a diverse selection of new children's books for the High Holidays that reflect cultural variety and the themes of renewal and hospitality.

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Paying Tribute to the Jewish Calendar

Carol Ann Schwartz in Hadassah

The Jewish calendar is celebrated not merely as a timekeeper but as a vessel preserving Jewish religious practice, history, and culture across the ages.

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This Exclusive New Jellycat Is Super Jewish

Daci Platt in Kveller

The new Jellycat toy, a plush version of the iconic black and white cookie, has become an unexpected symbol of Jewish culture.

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Tatte Café and Bakery, the popular Israeli-inspired chain, is opening in New York

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA

Tatte Caf and Bakery, an Israeli-inspired chain known for its distinctive ambience and Middle Eastern culinary offerings, is expanding into New York City with a new location on Park Avenue South.

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Hundreds of scholars call on genocide scholars group to retract declaration of genocide in Gaza

Grace Gilson in JTA

A significant debate has emerged within the field of genocide studies as nearly 200 scholars, including prominent Holocaust and legal experts, call for the International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) to retract its resolution accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza.

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Being ‘anti-war’ is the most dangerous position of all.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman argues that being anti-war, often seen as a noble stance, can be dangerously naive, especially in contexts where existential threats are posed by aggressive forces.

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Eric Adams says he’s staying in NYC mayor’s race, tamping down reports that Trump could make him ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Grace Gilson in JTA

Eric Adams has rejected the rumors linking him to a U.S. ambassadorship to Saudi Arabia, reaffirming his commitment to running for re-election as New York City mayor, despite facing challenges in his campaign.

0 Politics Israel

World Zionist Congress election results are finalized, with Orthodox and right-wing slates securing majority of US seats

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

The 2025 World Zionist Congress election results show a significant shift in American Jewish representation, with Orthodox and right-wing slates garnering a majority for the first time.

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The Truth About Palestinians

Emes Ve-Emunah

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent decision to ban Palestinian Authority officials from entering the US for the UN General Assembly meeting has sparked controversy, drawing comparisons to Trump's earlier travel bans.

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Hungarian Jews spark backlash with letter condemning both Gaza war and local Jewish leaders

JTA Staff in JTA

A group of Hungarian Jews have publicly criticized both the Israeli government and local Jewish leaders, prompting significant backlash within their community.

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Turkish authorities cancel French-Algerian Jewish singer’s concert over his support for Israel

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA

Turkish authorities canceled a concert by French-Algerian Jewish singer Enrico Macias due to his support for Israel, citing intense calls for protests.

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The true test of politics is where you stand on Israel.

Adam Hummel in Future of Jewish

Adam Hummel explores the perceived collapse of the traditional Left-Right political spectrum, suggesting that global political alignment now hinges on a single axis: one's stance on Israel.

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There Is No Message

Adam Lehrer in Tablet

A recent shooting at the Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis has left many trying to decipher the motives behind the tragedy.

0 Politics Holocaust

Israel-haters desperately want Israel to commit genocide.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Nachum Kaplan criticizes the notion perpetuated by certain scholars and organizations that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.

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From Jewish teen magician to congressional contender: Meet Micah Lasher, Jerry Nadler’s heir apparent

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Micah Lasher, a prominent figure in New York's Jewish political landscape, appears to be the frontrunner to succeed Rep. Jerry Nadler in Congress following Nadler's retirement announcement.

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A Fifth-Generation Seattle Jewish Author Tells Her Story

The Cholent in The Cholent

Karen Treiger, a fifth-generation Seattle Jewish author, presents her family history in her new book, "Standing on the Crack."

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What Black journalists covering Confederate monuments taught me about fighting antisemitism today

Olivia Haynie in Forward

Reflecting on the complexity of preserving history in the face of ongoing discrimination, Olivia Haynie draws parallels between Confederate monuments and Nazi relics.

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REVIEW: ‘Antisemitism, an American Tradition’

Peter Ephross in Hadassah

Pamela S. Nadell's book, "Antisemitism, an American Tradition," explores the continuous thread of antisemitism in the United States, beginning from the 17th century with Peter Stuyvesant's attempts to expel Jews from New Amsterdam.

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A dizzying Kafka biopic that isn’t really Kafkaesque

PJ Grisar in Forward

Agnieszka Holland's biopic "Franz," premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, explores the life and legacy of Franz Kafka.

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All the Jewish TV Coming in September 2025

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

September 2025 is a quieter month for Jewish-centric TV shows, coinciding with back-to-school and the High Holidays.

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David Schaecter, Holocaust survivor who founded Miami Beach memorial and led survivors’ advocacy group, dies at 96

Grace Gilson in JTA

David Schaecter, a Holocaust survivor whose advocacy for other survivors became a pivotal chapter in his life, passed away at the age of 96.

0 Holocaust History

How the world transformed Elie Wiesel — and how he transformed the world

Simi Horwitz in Forward

Exploring Elie Wiesel's life, the documentary "Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire" delves into his transformation from a Holocaust survivor to a global moral icon.

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Hamas releases video of hostages Guy Gilboa-Dalal, Alon Ohel in Gaza City amid Israeli military offensive

Grace Gilson in JTA

In a distressing development amid escalating tensions in Gaza, Hamas has released a video showing hostages Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Alon Ohel being transported through Gaza City.

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REVIEW: ‘While Israel Slept’

Martin J. Raffel in Hadassah

In their book "While Israel Slept: How Hamas Surprised the Most Powerful Military in the Middle East," authors Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot explore the strategic and intelligence failings of Israel that led to Hamas's unexpected attack on October 7, 2023.

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REVIEW: Genetic Secrets in ‘The Dressmaker’s Mirror’

Stewart Kampel in Hadassah

In "The Dressmakers Mirror: Sudden Death, Genetics, and a Jewish Family's Secret," Susan Weiss Liebman, a geneticist and former professor, blends memoir with medical investigation to unravel a devastating genetic mystery in her family.

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REVIEW: ‘Happy New Years’

Robert Nagler Miller in Hadassah

Maya Arad's novel "Happy New Years" explores the life and growth of Leah Moskovich Zuckerman through an engaging epistolary format.

0 Literature History

The Magic Mountain Is Still Magic

Jonah Raskin in Tablet

Jonah Raskin reflects on the enduring allure of Thomas Mann's novel "The Magic Mountain," coinciding with its recent translation for its upcoming centennial in 2024.

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Beyond the battlefield: Why mental health must be part of Israel’s war effort

eJewishPhilanthropy

As Israel engaged in the Swords of Iron war, the focus was primarily on physical protection for soldiers, with Jewish communities worldwide raising significant support for tactical gear and medical supplies.

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