for Tuesday, June 16, 2026

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0 Politics Antisemitism

UK appeals court upholds ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organization

Kelly Hartog in JTA

The British appeals court has ruled in favor of maintaining the ban on Palestine Action, a group engaged in destructive protests against military installations in Britain, labeling it a terrorist organization.

0 Politics Ethics

A Thousand Ways To Take Your Money

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism

Natan Slifkin critically examines the financial practices of the Israeli charedi community, particularly their methods of securing funds through both legitimate and unethical means.

0 Politics Israel

Trump says he plans to talk to Hezbollah amid Iran peace efforts

Tovah Lazaroff in Forward

President Donald Trump has announced plans to engage with the U.S.-designated terrorist organization Hezbollah as part of a new Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. and Iran aimed at de-escalating regional hostilities and curtailing Iran's nuclear weapons program.

0 Politics Israel

American Jewish leaders across the political spectrum express alarm at Trump’s Iran deal

Philissa Cramer in Forward

Following President Donald Trump's announcement of a new deal with Iran to conclude the U.S.-Israel war, American Jewish groups across the political spectrum have expressed unified concern about the agreement.

0 Politics Israel

Trump-backed Oklahoma congressional candidate supports Israel — and says the Antichrist will be Jewish

JTA

Jackson Lahmeyer, a pastor from Tulsa, Oklahoma, has gained political prominence with endorsements from high-profile figures like former President Donald Trump.

0 Politics Israel

Can a liberal Zionist win with the pro-Palestinian movement? Brad Lander is trying.

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Brad Lander is navigating a nuanced path in his congressional campaign for New York's 10th District by aligning with pro-Palestinian movements while maintaining his identity as a liberal Zionist.

0 Politics Communities

For Iranian Jews who have been cheering Trump on, his new deal is hard to stomach

Simone Saidmehr in Forward

Iranian Jews in the U.S., who had initially celebrated the American and Israeli military action against Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei, are now grappling with disappointment following a U.S.-Iran deal.

0 Politics History

The Iran war ended exactly where it began.

Andrew Fox in Future of Jewish

Andrew Fox analyzes the strategic failure of the U.S.-Iran conflict initiated under Donald Trump, with an attempted regime change in Iran that did not achieve its stated goals.

0 Politics Israel

‘Spatial restructuring’ razes hundreds of residences in West Bank refugee camps

Daniel Dolev in Forward

Israel's practice of demolishing homes in West Bank refugee camps, described as 'spatial restructuring,' has intensified, with aims shifting from punitive actions against terrorists to facilitating military maneuvers.

0 Politics Israel

The Iran war ended terribly for the US, and even worse for Israel

Dan Perry in Forward

The recent U.S.-Iran conflict ended in a strategic debacle for both the United States and Israel, with significant geopolitical repercussions.

0 Politics Israel

Shimshon the Nebach

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr explores the complex dynamics between Israel and the United States, focusing on the constraints Israel faces due to its alliance with the U.S. amidst rising tensions with Iran.

0 Politics Leadership

Whither J.D. Vance in 2028?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

J.D. Vance's anticipated 2028 presidential run is now in question due to significant geopolitical and political shifts.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Measure for Measure

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr's article explores the current tribulations faced by the State of Israel through the lens of how it treats its Torah scholars, or lomdei Torah.

0 Politics Jewish Law

A Lebanese Zionist’s longshot bid to reshape the Middle East

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider

Hagar Hajjar Chemali, a Lebanese-American with a diverse religious heritage, is pioneering an unofficial backchannel to foster peace between Lebanon and Israel, two nations with a long history of conflict.

0 Politics Israel

The Iranian regime is broken, so we should finish the job.

Thane Rosenbaum in Future of Jewish

Thane Rosenbaum argues that the Iranian regime is significantly weakened and presents an opportunity for regime change, which should not be squandered by the United States and Israel.

Culture ›

0 Culture Communities

Have We Reached Peak Mah Jongg?

Daci Platt in Kveller

Mah jongg, a traditional Chinese game, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity across the United States, particularly within Jewish communities, as reflected in emerging mah jongg clubs and events nationwide.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

Whether it's viral dot cakes or Love Shack Fancy skirts, Chloe Hechter wants you to know that 'Jewish-American Princesses did it first'

Sarah Diaz in Forward

Chloe Hechter is a Jewish influencer known for her TikTok content, which humorously and thoughtfully explores modern Jewish-American experiences, such as Jewish summer camp and sorority life.

0 Culture Sports

The Knicks won on 6/13. Some Jewish fans think that’s more than a coincidence.

Philissa Cramer in JTA

Jewish fans of the New York Knicks found a remarkable numerical coincidence in the team's recent NBA championship win, which took place on June 13th, or 6/13.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

What a 30-year-old fight over God can teach Reform Judaism about ordaining anti-Zionists

Rabbi Asher Knight in JTA

Rabbi Asher Knight discusses a historical parallel in the Reform Judaism movement, grappling with boundaries of inclusion concerning God and now Zionism.

0 Jewish Law Communities

The Frumkeit Chase

Emes Ve-Emunah

The article discusses how the emphasis on showing one's religiosity, or 'Frumkeit,' in the Orthodox Jewish community has shifted from purely observing Halacha to incorporating additional practices influenced by Chassidic customs.

Music ›

0 Music Jewish Law

The Jewish Mom Behind Frank Sinatra’s First Big Hit

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

Ruth Lowe, a Canadian Jewish woman, is the hidden force behind Frank Sinatra's first big hit with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, "I'll Never Smile Again."

0 Music Culture

Honey, Tea, and Cough Drops

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr explores the challenges faced by Jewish singers when they encounter unexpected voice issues, highlighting stories from well-known performers like Simcha Leiner, Yaakov Shwekey, Mordechai Ben David (MBD), and Avraham Fried.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Philosophy

In 'Disclosure Day,' Steven Spielberg finds himself at odds with Jewish thought about aliens

PJ Grisar in Forward

Steven Spielberg's new film, "Disclosure Day," explores the tensions between faith and the revelation of extraterrestrial life through the lens of Jewish and other religious perspectives.

Communities ›

0 Communities Politics

14 arrested during rival protests outside Israeli real estate event held at London synagogue

Kelly Hartog in JTA

The article reports on a protest that took place outside a London synagogue hosting the Great Israeli Real Estate Event, resulting in the arrest of 14 individuals amid clashes between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups.

0 Communities Antisemitism

The power of Small Conversations

eJewishPhilanthropy

Debbie Wasserman, new president of the International Council of Jewish Women, emphasizes the importance of grassroots interfaith dialogues in combating religious extremism and antisemitism.

0 Communities Ethics

Yes, It’s Real Ilness

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr shares her personal journey as a mother of children diagnosed with various mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder.

0 Communities Education

Dear Sister-in-Law,

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In "Dear Sister-in-Law," Cindy Scarr explores the complex dynamics between two families whose once synchronized lives diverge due to differing challenges with their children's education and behavior.

0 Communities Culture

Single Minded

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

The story revolves around the challenges and negotiations involved in planning a bridal shower for Michal, a member of a tight-knit friend group.

0 Communities Politics

Jewish Community Relations and the October 8th Jew

Sapir

Bret Stephens introduces the concept of the "October 8th Jew," describing a newfound awareness among some Jewish progressives that their political allies may harbor antisemitic views following the widespread support for Hamas after recent violence against Jews.

Education ›

0 Education Leadership

CAJE and Spertus Institute’s Certificate in Israel Leadership offers blueprint for other Jewish communities

eJewishPhilanthropy

The CAJE and Spertus Institute's Certificate in Israel Leadership initiative aims to revolutionize Israel education in Jewish day schools by developing leadership skills and enhancing institutional capacities.

0 Education Communities

They Already Knew

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Cindy Scarr reflects on her journey from aspiring high school teacher to a first-grade morah.

Torah ›

0 Torah Ethics

Parshas Shelach: 5786

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

In Parshas Shelach, Cindy Scarr draws a parallel between the biblical episode of the spies and a contemporary experience at a new supermarket.

Ethics ›

0 Ethics Culture

Denied

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha

Healthcare battles against insurance companies form the core of Cindy Scarr's article, illustrating cases where patients face insurance denials for essential treatments due to policies like "Fail First."

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Education

‘Do Not Imagine You Will Escape’

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines

This insightful essay revisits the Book of Esther, highlighting Mordechai's timeless message to Queen Esther as a call for Jewish action and awareness.

0 Antisemitism Israel

The most successful antisemitic ideas are the ones some Jews believe.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman's piece delves into the notion of internalized antisemitism, where Jews adopt biased standards against themselves uniquely applicable to Jewish individuals, their institutions, and the state of Israel.

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