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The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater premiered a thought-provoking dance piece, "No Longer Silent," choreographed by Artistic Director Robert Battle and in...

Jason Alexander, best known for his role as George Costanza on Seinfeld, discusses his recent Broadway endeavors and his lifelong association with his iconic...

Prof. Roberta Ronsethal Kwall's new book "The Myth of the Cultural Jew" explores the idea that even secular Jews have been influenced by Jewish legal traditi...

In Israel, the practice of changing or adopting Hebrew names for immigrants has shifted from being a tool of assimilation to a personal choice of autonomy an...

The intense 1972 chess match between American prodigy Bobby Fischer and Russian champion Boris Spassky comes to life in a new cinematic portrayal. The film, ...

Ben Stiller honored his mother, Anne Meara, with a heartfelt tribute on social media after her passing at age 85. Meara, a prominent actress and comedienne, ...

Dr. Susan Nashman Fraiman, an art historian at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, discusses her research on the development of candle-lighting practices, pa...

Professor Meir Amor, a Mizrahi activist and sociologist at Concordia University, discusses the Mizrahi struggle with host Gilad Halpern, shedding light on th...

Shavuot is likened to Jewish Mother-in-Laws Day as it celebrates the story of Ruth, the first convert to Judaism, who chose to stay with her mother-in-law, N...

Rugelach, the beloved rolled cookies filled with dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate, are actually an American invention rather than an Old World treat. The Eur...

Robert Siodmak, a German Jewish refugee, became a master of film noir after fleeing Nazi Germany and establishing his career in Hollywood. Known for his inno...

A member of a synagogue passed away by suicide, prompting the congregation to take turns sitting shmira, a Jewish ritual involving guarding the deceased befo...

Jason Alexander, famous for his role as George Costanza on 'Seinfeld,' re-recorded the character's iconic voicemail message for actress Kat Dennings. Denning...

Three Israeli friends have introduced a unique fusion of gastronomy and cultural diplomacy through their Shuka Truck, which offers the traditional Israeli di...

The text discusses three main topics: critiquing Shimon Peres for ties to a bank, exploring cultural conflicts in Israel, and pondering the celebration of In...

Michael Solomonov is transforming the availability of sophisticated Israeli cuisine in the United States through his acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav...

Michael Tilson Thomas, renowned music director of the San Francisco Symphony and founder of the New World Symphony Orchestra, has intertwined his personal hi...

In 1969, the New York Mets had a miraculous season, winning 100 games and the World Series, which some attributed to a series of unexpected events. The Mets'...

This article discusses the significance of I.L. Peretz, a prominent figure in modern Jewish literature who passed away 100 years ago. Peretz, a key writer in...

Maht Wells reflects on his experience attending an open audition for "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" in Chicago during an exceptionally cold February mo...

The writer reflects on her complex relationship with her hair as a black woman, influenced by societal norms, family perspectives, and religious practices. G...

The 29th Annual Purim Ball at the Jewish Museum was a lively event attended by over 700 guests, raising $2 million. Notable honorees included Eugene and Emil...

The text provides humorous last-minute Purim costume ideas for children, offering creative and easy suggestions such as dressing up as Ruth Bader Ginsburg, S...

Richard Pryor's complex relationship with the Jewish community is highlighted in Scott Saul's biography "Becoming Richard Pryor," which explores Pryor's arti...

Leonard Nimoy, famous for his role as Mr. Spock in Star Trek, drew inspiration from his Jewish heritage to create Spock's iconic hand gesture, which mimics t...

"Aya," an Israeli short film directed by Mihal Brezis and Oded Binnun, grew from a simple daydream into an Oscar-nominated cinematic work. The film portrays ...

The discussion in "The Jumpin Hegemony Edition" covers several topics: (1) the reasons why Mizrahim tend to avoid affiliating with the political Left due to ...

Nancy Hartevelt Kobrin explores the psychological underpinnings of Islamist terrorism, arguing that beyond ideological drives, sadomasochism plays a signific...

Irving Bierman, a 70-year-old Jewish fan, confronted New York Knicks owner James Dolan about his poor management of the basketball team, which has floundered...

Deborah Feldman narrates her unexpected move to Berlin from the U.S. with her son, highlighting her complex relationship with Germany as a Jew. Despite initi...

Sarah Klegman and Elina Tilipman are the creative minds behind Challah Hub, a project dedicated to reinventing the classic Jewish bread, challah. Through the...

Shaul Magid's article explores the American Jewish focus on Holocaust remembrance as the primary aspect of Jewish identity, a finding highlighted by the 2013...

Ayn Rand, known for her staunch individualism and capitalist philosophy, demonstrated these values even in personal interactions with her family, as evidence...

In a podcast discussion, Allison, Don, and Noah examine the exaggerated rhetoric surrounding Israel's elections, questioning if such framing may lead to disa...

During a blizzard in the city, a yellow cab gets stuck in a huge snowpile, leaving the driver in despair. Passersby, including a cheerful group in festive ha...

The Matzoball, a popular party for Jewish singles held on Christmas Eve, began in 1987 by Andrew Rudnick as a way to bring together young Jewish professional...

In this personal essay, a convert to Judaism grapples with her love for Christmas traditions and how to navigate celebrating them while being Jewish. Despite...

In 1883, the contentious trefa banquet in Cincinnati celebrated the ordination of the first American Reform rabbis with a decidedly non-kosher menu, sparking...

Gil Marks, a renowned Jewish food scholar, passed away at 62 in Jerusalem. An ordained rabbi and prolific writer, his monumental work, "Encyclopedia of Jewis...

The reflections on Chanukah delve into the differences between Greek and Jewish modes of thinking, examining how the Greeks aimed to blur the distinction bet...

The Red Apple Rest was a beloved roadside restaurant in Southfields, N.Y., where travelers stopped on their way to the Catskills, serving over a million cust...

Ronnie Fein, a food writer and cookbook author from Stamford, CT, faced the challenge of creating a dish that would cater to both vegetarians and meat lovers...

Janna Gur, a prominent figure in Israeli culinary circles, has shifted her focus in her new cookbook "Jewish Soul Food: From Minsk to Marrakesh" to tradition...

National Pickle Day, observed on November 14, highlights the deep cultural and historical connections between Jewish immigrant communities and pickles. Pickl...

Rachel Delia Benaim reflects on her feelings of Sephardic guilt during Holocaust remembrance days, such as Kristallnacht. While her family found refuge in Ma...

Angela Buchdahl's extraordinary journey from feeling marginalized due to her diverse heritage to becoming the senior rabbi at New York's Central Synagogue il...

The podcast discusses various topics, including the perception of the Nakba in Israeli society, the history of Pop-Rock music in Israel and globally, and the...

Israeli Chef Einat Admony, known for her restaurants in New York City, shares tips on making hummus and eggplant mousse reminiscent of baba ghanoush in a vid...

The article discusses the impact of Iranian Jews on shaping modern Los Angeles since the 1970s. It highlights how Iranian Jews revitalized a declining Jewish...

In exploring the unexpected Jewish connections within the cult TV series Twin Peaks, author Seth Rogovoy unveils how the series, known for disrupting traditi...