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The article discusses the idea that the story of Hanukkah and the Maccabees is often seen as a fight against assimilation, but a closer reading of the book o...

Yonatan Alman, an Israeli soldier stationed on Israel's northern front with Lebanon, has shared a video where he wishes viewers a happy Hanukkah in Yiddish a...

Elliot Easton, the left-handed guitarist for the Cars, reflects on his journey from a Beatles-loving Brooklynite to a rock n roll legend. He joined forces wi...

Ryan O'Neal's performance in the 1972 screwball comedy "What's Up, Doc?" is unexpectedly funny, especially when he appears in his underwear with an unusual c...

Moment Magazine's Book Editor Amy Schwartz presents a list of the top 10 Jewish books of 2023, highlighting why readers should pick them up. While the specif...

The 1911 Yiddish operetta "Shir Hashirim: The Song of Love" was a popular musical comedy that revolved around the love triangles of an aging composer, his ad...

The text explores the significance of sunlight and its healing properties in Jewish tradition and beyond. It highlights the historical worship of the sun as ...

"The Light of Your Return" is a poem reflecting on the absence of resurrection despite the expectation of its arrival. The poem juxtaposes the closeness of t...

Israel Story's team, led by Mishy Harman, shares personal narratives of those affected by the October 7 Hamas massacre and its aftermath, including hostage f...

Janice Weizman's book "Our Little Histories" delves into Jewish history and identity from the perspectives of everyday women. The stories explore the lives o...

The Jewish Museum in Manhattan is currently hosting an exhibition of Argentine artist Marta Minujn's work, titled "Arte! Arte! Arte!" The exhibition features...

In a recent podcast episode, the focus was on the state of the Republican presidential race following a primary debate, leading to a sense of nihilistic desp...

This recipe introduces "Loved up latkes," heart-shaped latkes that can be enjoyed plain or enhanced with turmeric and ginger, topped with salmon roe or smoke...

In this episode of Unorthodox, recorded live from Baltimore at the 2023 Conservative/Masorti Shabbaton & Convening, the hosts feature a segment for Hanukkah ...

The author recounts their experience of moving from Hollywood to the quiet neighborhood of Verdugo Woodlands in Glendale, California. They describe their ini...

Hallmark's new Hanukkah movie, "Round and Round," cleverly mocks the formulaic nature of their own holiday movies. The film follows Rachel, a big city girl w...

"No Hard Feelings," a sex comedy currently streaming on Netflix, subverts stereotypes and tropes commonly seen in Jewish comedies. The film combines the Jewi...

This article highlights four children's books with Jewish themes. "A Kids Book About Perseverance" by Yonina Schnall Lermer teaches children about perseveran...

The text highlights five Jewish and kosher cookbooks from 2023. Leah Koenig's "Portico" features Jewish Italian recipes with a colorful collection and touche...

On the Bonjour Chai podcast, hosts Phoebe Maltz Bovy and Marc Weisblott explore the urban-suburban divide within the Jewish community in New York and Toronto...

Chaya Lev, a Black Jew in Israel, shares her experiences living in Israel post-October 7, detailing the impact of surviving breast cancer and making aliyah i...

In a special Thanksgiving episode of Unorthodox's Beautifully Jewish series, hosts Stephanie Butnick and Tanya Singer discuss the significance of a folding c...

In a conversation filled with insights and emotions, Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland join to explore the challenges facing Israel after the October 7th mas...

The text presents a quiz with questions related to Jewish history and Israel. It touches on topics like the burial place of biblical figures, the origins of ...

In this episode of Unorthodox, Dan Senor discusses his new book, "The Genius of Israel," focusing on the resilience of Israel in a turbulent world. The show ...

In the episode "American Jews on the Left, post-October 7th," the podcast explores the impact of recent events in Israel on global Jewry, focusing on the ali...

Mishy Harman and his team at Israel Story have been documenting personal stories in response to the October 7 Hamas attack. This episode highlights three nar...

"Seven Blessings," Israel's Oscar submission, tells a story of a Mizrahi family grappling with family secrets, betrayal, and forgiveness. The film challenges...

The podcast episode "Jewish Priorities: Ep. 387" featured discussions about redefining Jewish life in Miami and highlights from the Jewish Priorities confere...

Sara Braun, a Black Jewish woman from the Netherlands, shares her journey of moving to New York City and embracing the Hasidic lifestyle, where she now works...

The Whitney Museum is showcasing a new Harry Smith exhibit, featuring an LP of recordings made with Lower East Side Rabbi Nuftali Zvi Margolies in the 1950s....

The discussion focuses on a moment of tragedy and mourning, highlighting how journalists acted when the government did not during the first 24 hours of the t...

Yaakov Katz discusses the recent formation of an Israeli national unity government in response to a Hamas attack, highlighting the large-scale mobilization o...

Readers of the Forward responded deeply to recent advice given to those feeling disconnected from Jewish community life. Through personal stories, individual...

In episode 382 of The Good Book, guests discuss various topics. Liel Leibovitz talks about his new book, "How the Talmud Can Change Your Life," offering mode...

Sukkot is described as a cherished Jewish holiday, distinct from others due to its emphasis on joy, nature, and earth-based rituals. While it holds historica...

On Unorthodox's Under the Stars: Ep. 381, the podcast celebrates Sukkot by exploring family traditions in the Malina sukkah with Joshua's parents. The episod...

The article explores the journey of a non-religious Jewish mother navigating her 10-year-old son's burgeoning interest in attending synagogue. Despite her ow...

The commenter congratulates John for recommending author Ross Thomas, expressing a personal fondness for Thomas' works and noting that "Briarpatch" is not pa...

Yavneh College, an Orthodox secondary school in Elstree, has received the gold standard in the National SMSC Quality Mark for its excellence in spiritual, mo...

This episode of Unorthodox focuses on improving communication skills in preparation for Yom Kippur. Linguist Deborah Tannen discusses conversational styles a...

The Etgar High Holy Day Quiz provides questions related to Rosh Hashanah and the Jewish calendar. It covers topics such as the timing between Rosh Hashanah a...

This lively article offers a curated Rosh Hashanah menu featuring diverse recipes and highlights a High Holiday party hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris....

"Beautifully Jewish: Ep. 378" is a new series on Unorthodox hosted by Stephanie Butnick and Tanya Singer, focusing on Jewish material culture and ritual obje...

Yishai Mogilner shares his experiences as an Israeli counselor at Camp Ramah in the Poconos, emphasizing the unique cultural exchanges between American and I...

The Ashkenaz Festival and Magen Boys Entertainment are organizing a summer jam concert series that explores the connections between Jewish culture and jam ba...

This article examines the complex interpretations and perceptions of antisemitism in America, highlighting how different sociocultural backgrounds influence ...

Wendy Zierler explores the dynamic evolution of Hebrew as both a secular and sacred language, highlighting its transition from being primarily ritualistic, a...

Avi and Phoebe discuss the Barbie movie's Jewish connections on their podcast, then delve into the prevalent mainstream conversations on feminism and body im...

The discussion addresses the significant increase in American male suicides and examines the underlying cultural, political, and economic factors contributin...