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In a discussion on Jewish motherhood stereotypes, Naomi Zeveloff explores the complexity and diversity of Jewish mothers through various personal stories. LA...

In a discussion titled "Threats, Sh*t & Tats," Allison, Eilon, and Noah cover various topics including the Supreme Court's criticism of the government, a lea...

Tablet HQ recently held a Thanksgivukkah haiku contest garnering over 170 entries, with recurring themes of dreidels, latkes, oil, candles, family, turkeys, ...

Jack Ruby, born Jacob Rubenstein, infamously murdered Lee Harvey Oswald, the assassin of President John F. Kennedy. The article delves into Ruby's strong Jew...

Elf envy during the Christmas season has been addressed with a playful, Jewish alternative called "Mensch on a Bench." Created by Neal Hoffman after his son ...

With Thanksgivukkah approaching, the article presents four sweet potato recipes perfect for the occasion: a classic sweet potato casserole with marshmallows ...

Paul McCartney, renowned as one of The Beatles, has had significant connections with the Jewish community throughout his life and career. His late wife, Lind...

Brandon Stanton, renowned for his popular photoblog 'Humans of New York,' has been capturing the diverse tapestry of life in New York City for the past three...

A Jewish Senior Center in Brooklyn's Manhattan Beach experienced a significant shift in atmosphere and routine due to the impact of Hurricane Sandy in 2012. ...

Daryl Roth is a trailblazing theater producer recognized for her contributions to Broadway, with numerous accolades like a Tony for 'Kinky Boots.' Overcoming...

Israeli chefs are rediscovering their culinary roots as a source of inspiration, reclaiming traditional dishes influenced by their familial pasts. Avi Biton ...

The text delves into the complexity of Jewish identity and practice, emphasizing that for many Jews today, Judaism no longer feels like a native language due...

James Salter, a prolific writer known for his spare war stories and magnum opus "All That Is," recounts his transformation from Jewish roots as Horowitz at W...

The article reflects on Jon Stewart's return to 'The Daily Show' and highlights some of his most notable Jewish-themed comedic moments. Particularly, it ment...

The Chassidic House Party, a brief yet impactful music ensemble, captivated the Hasidic community in Crown Heights with their fusion of traditional Jewish me...

Israel's culinary landscape is experiencing an Asian-inspired revolution, with restaurants like Taizu offering a fusion of street foods from Southeast Asian ...

The article discusses the resurgence of the Jewish American Princess (JAP) stereotype in the reality TV show "Princesses: Long Island" on Bravo. The show fol...

Shulem Deen explores the intriguing world of Hasidic fashion through Michael Levin's art exhibit, "Jews of Today." Levin, an artist drawn to the Hasidic life...

Mira Nair, an acclaimed Indian film director, has declined an invitation to be the guest of honor at the Haifa Film Festival, joining other artists in boycot...

The author discusses their preference for buttery single-crust fruit pies over traditional double-crusted ones, inspired by family recipes and Jewish cookboo...

Living as a Jew in Cairo, Egypt offers a complex and often challenging experience, as recounted by an anonymous American Jew residing there. While forming bo...

The text discusses the author's personal commitment to caring for the dead by singing to them as part of their involvement in a chevra kadisha, a sacred buri...

"Commie Camp" is a documentary showcasing Camp Kinderland, a Jewish socialist summer camp in the Berkshires. The film captures the camp's unique mix of ideal...

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe in Berlin, visited by Michelle Obama and her children, serves as a poignant and evolving site of reflection on th...

The text is a personal reflection on the author's experience caring for his father as he faces declining health. The author grapples with the role reversal o...

Francesca Segal's novel "The Innocents" explores the complexities of Jewish life in North West London, focusing on protagonist Adam Newman's struggle between...

The text discusses the pervasive culture of surveillance in society, highlighting the collaboration between private industry and government agencies like the...

In the traditionally Hasidic neighborhood of South Williamsburg, some residents are pushing against the exclusion of their area from New York City's new Citi...

Renee Ghert-Zand's article highlights the efforts of the Endangered Language Alliance (ELA) in preserving various Jewish languages, such as Juhuri, Bukhori, ...

In her exploration of the colorful character of David Manheim, Maia Efrem unveils the humorous and candid world of Katz's Deli through its self-proclaimed 'L...

Issa Kassissieh, known as Issa 6, is a legendary figure in Jerusalem's Old City, hailed as the city's greatest basketball player. Born in the Judean Hills, I...

Author Anita Diamant, under lockdown in Newton near Boston following the bombings at the Boston Marathon, describes the eerie quiet amid a citywide manhunt f...

The New York Pops honored the acclaimed composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz at Carnegie Hall on April 12, marking both a tribute to his expansive career a...

The article explores Pope Francis's surprising appreciation for Marc Chagall’s "White Crucifixion," a painting depicting Jesus as a Jewish figure, wearing a ...

A memoir titled "The Lord Is My Shepherd" reflects on a third-generation American assimilated Jewish family's journey back to their Jewish roots. The author'...

Jennifer Abadi, cookbook author and culinary instructor, delves into Syrian Passover traditions, offering insights into Syrian-Jewish cuisine and Passover fa...

The text discusses the trend of beards in fashion and the historical significance of beards in Jewish culture. It highlights how Jews have a longstanding tra...

"Chicken Marbella," a dish from The Silver Palate Cookbook, has become a popular main course at Passover Seders for many families, combining prunes, olives, ...

In "Jewhooing the Sixties: American Celebrity and Jewish Identity," the author David E. Kaufman examines the intersection of Jewish identity and celebrity th...

Andy Statman's latest double CD album "Old Brooklyn" showcases his musical versatility as he seamlessly moves between bluegrass, blues, klezmer, Hasidic, and...

"The Haggadah of the Kaifeng Jews of China" is a scholarly monograph that explores the unique Passover Haggadah of the vanished community of Chinese Jews in ...

After the death of their grandfather, the author's family faced an emotional Passover with limited space, which led to unexpected occurrences. On the sixth n...

"Jerusalem: A Cookbook" by Ottolenghi and Tamimi and "Breaking Bread in the Galilee" by Abbie Rosner offer insights into the diverse food cultures of Jerusal...

"Poets of the Tribe" by Alan Mintz delves into the realm of 20th-century American Hebrew poetry, shedding light on forgotten poets like Benjamin Silkiner and...

The text explores various parenting philosophies and challenges the prevailing notion that parental nurture significantly shapes children's outcomes. It high...

In a recent discussion, Bernard Lewis criticized the dominance of Saidian views in American academia regarding Middle Eastern studies. Jacob Lassner's new bo...

Jorge Luis Borges, a renowned Argentinian writer, was accused of being Jewish in a fascist magazine in 1934. He responded wittily, reflecting on the possibil...

Project Mah Jongg, curated by Melissa Martens, initially displayed at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York and has since traveled to various Jewish muse...

"The World Without You" by Joshua Henkin follows a family, the Frankels, as they gather for the memorial of their beloved son and brother Leo, who was killed...

In the discourse from Letters, Spring 2012, the focus is on the placement of altars in Christian churches and bimahs in synagogues, particularly through the ...