JL;DR

Daily Podcasts Video Research

for Friday, April 3, 2026

Politics ›

0 Politics Antisemitism

Every Jew now has two jobs.

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish

Nachum Kaplan discusses the evolving experience of Jews, particularly in the diaspora, who now face a dual responsibility: their regular day jobs and an unwelcome obligation to defend Jewish identity and Israel in social situations.

0 Politics History

Pro-Palestinian rally at Buchenwald memorial is shut down by German authorities

Shira Li Bartov in JTA

A planned pro-Palestinian rally at Buchenwald concentration camp memorial in Germany was banned by local authorities, who offered an alternative venue in downtown Weimar.

Literature ›

0 Literature Politics

Oct. 7 changed Howard Jacobson. But his new novel is as defiant as ever.

Noah Hirsch-Rechter in Forward

Howard Jacobson, often referred to as the 'British Philip Roth,' presents his latest novel, "Howl," as a deeply personal and satirical exploration of the challenges facing British Jews post-October 7, particularly in the face of rising anti-Zionism.

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Culture

In 1989, Harold Pinter and Jerry Schatzberg made the perfect Holocaust movie for 2026

Talya Zax in Forward

Reunion, a re-released 1989 film by Jerry Schatzberg with a screenplay by Harold Pinter, explores the complex dynamics of friendship in pre-Holocaust Germany.

Culture ›

0 Culture History

Stitched in faith, woven in memory, these precious artifacts bind Jews to their history

Cathryn J. Prince in Forward

The exhibition "Binders of the Covenant" at Fordham University introduces 25 Torah binders from London's Memorial Scrolls Trust to an American audience.

0 Culture Holidays

A 91-Year-Old’s Passover Choice in Wartime Israel

Julie Gray in Future of Jewish

As Passover unfolded amidst missile attacks in Israel, Julie Gray recounts her emotional struggle and decision-making process regarding whether to accompany her nonagenarian partner Gidon to a family Seder near the Lebanese border.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Israel

Next year in Jerusalem?

Vanessa Berg in Future of Jewish

Vanessa Berg's essay explores the evolving significance of the phrase "Next year in Jerusalem" against the backdrop of rising antisemitism in Western countries.

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