Forward
Kanye’s swastika shirt inspires a flurry of defiant Jewish spinoffs
13 Feb
In the wake of Kanye West's controversy involving a shirt emblazoned with a swastika, various Jewish groups have responded by launching clothing lines with p...
13 Feb
JTA
12 Chairs Café is going kosher — but only for 4 nights
13 Feb
12 Chairs Café, a notable Israeli restaurant in New York City, is offering a limited-time kosher dining experience in collaboration with Chef Avi Levy of Jer...
13 Feb
Moment
It’s Time to Talk about Kanye West’s Antisemitism Again
13 Feb
Kanye West, now known as Ye, has once again incited controversy with a series of antisemitic statements and actions across social media, re-igniting debates ...
13 Feb
Moment
It’s Time to Talk about Kanye West’s Antisemitism Again
13 Feb
Kanye West, now known as Ye, recently unleashed another round of antisemitic remarks to his large following on X, echoing similar behavior from 2022. Despite...
13 Feb
JTA
Influential Jewish comics legend Will Eisner gets a retrospective in Chelsea
13 Feb
Will Eisner, a seminal figure in the comic book industry and a pioneer of the graphic novel, is honored with a retrospective exhibition at the Philippe Labau...
13 Feb
Forward
How a Jewish daughter's search to find her parents became a book and a play and a movie
13 Feb
Zara Phillips' journey to find her biological parents inspired her 2018 memoir "Somebody's Daughter," which later became a one-woman show and a documentary f...
13 Feb
Forward
What does it mean that Judaism is a religion of loopholes?
13 Feb
Elana Stein Hain's book, "Circumventing the Law: Rabbinic Perspectives on Legal Loopholes and Integrity," explores the concept of legal loopholes within Juda...
13 Feb
The Beinart Notebook
Raef Zreik on Why Israeli Jews are Embracing Mass Ethnic Cleansing
13 Feb
Raef Zreik, a Palestinian legal scholar at the Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, offers a profound analysis of Israeli Jewish society, particularly in the contex...
13 Feb
Kveller
Ben Stiller Is Making a Documentary About His Famous Jewish Parents
13 Feb
Ben Stiller is working on a personal documentary focusing on his legendary parents, comedians Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, and their life in show business. ...
13 Feb
JTA
Jewish philanthropists launch climate initiative with $18M for advocacy in US and Israel
13 Feb
The newly established Jewish Climate Trust has secured $18 million in commitments for climate advocacy in the United States and Israel, emphasizing the Jewis...
13 Feb
The Beinart Notebook
February “Ask Me Anything”
13 Feb
Peter Beinart announces a premium subscriber-exclusive "Ask Me Anything" session to engage with readers and discuss various topics of interest. Scheduled for...
13 Feb
Forward
Jewish baseball star Alex Bregman signs with Red Sox in record-breaking payday
13 Feb
Alex Bregman, a prominent Jewish baseball star known for his strong connection to his heritage, has signed a lucrative three-year, $120 million contract with...
13 Feb
Forward
Jewish baseball star Bregman signs with Red Sox in record-breaking payday
13 Feb
Alex Bregman, the Jewish baseball standout and former Houston Astros star, has signed a record-breaking contract with the Boston Red Sox for $120 million ove...
13 Feb
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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For Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg, environmentalism isn't adjacent to Judaism—it's a core tenet
13 Feb
Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg discusses how Jewish Renewal tradition integrates environmentalism as a central tenet of Judaism, emphasizing an Earth-based spiritual ...
13 Feb
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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For Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg, environmentalism isn't adjacent to Judaism—it's a core tenet
13 Feb
Rabbi Aaron Rotenberg discusses his journey from Orthodox Judaism to becoming a leader in the Jewish Renewal movement, focusing on integrating eco-spirituali...
13 Feb
Jewish Insider
The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision
13 Feb
Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultu...
13 Feb
JTA
A kosher chocolatier on the Upper East Side goes all-in on Valentine’s Day
12 Feb
Neto, a kosher chocolate boutique in New York City, celebrates Valentine's Day by offering a range of artisanal chocolates with themed designs, despite Valen...
12 Feb
Kveller
Idina Menzel Sings from the Treetops in New Extremely Jewish Musical ‘Redwood’
12 Feb
Idina Menzel returns to Broadway after nearly a decade in the new musical "Redwood," a deeply Jewish and timely production. The story follows Jesse, a Jewish...
12 Feb
Forward
Kosher cannabis? These gummy edibles have a rabbi's seal of approval — and a following
12 Feb
Tokin Jews is innovatively merging Jewish culture with the cannabis industry by offering kosher-certified cannabis edibles with Jewish-themed flavors and pac...
12 Feb
Forward
Can we separate Woody Allen the artist from the man born Allan Stewart Konigsberg
12 Feb
Woody Allen's complex legacy as an artist and individual is scrutinized in Patrick McGilligan's biography, "A Travesty of a Mockery of a Sham." Tracing Allen...
12 Feb
Forward
In the brutality of 'The Brutalist,' a misunderstanding of the Jewish architect's experience
12 Feb
Benjamin Ivry critiques Brady Corbet's film "The Brutalist" for its portrayal of Jewish architects and misconceived interpretation of brutalism. The film fea...
12 Feb
JTA
Google Calendar no longer shows Holocaust Remembrance Day and Jewish American Heritage Month
12 Feb
Google Calendar has removed International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Jewish American Heritage Month from its default calendar display in the United States...
12 Feb
Jewish Table
Melted Cabbage Wedges with Dill
12 Feb
Leah Koenig's discussion of Melted Cabbage Wedges with Dill not only provides a heartwarming recipe but also delves into the historical and cultural signific...
12 Feb
Forward
"YidLife Crisis" Valentine's Day Episode - God, Science and the Clap
12 Feb
In the Valentine's Day episode of "YidLife Crisis," the comedic web series explores themes of God, science, and human relationships with their trademark humo...
12 Feb
Forward
Israel’s arrest of Jerusalem’s booksellers is a grave, self-defeating error
12 Feb
The arrest of Mahmoud and Ahmad Muna, Palestinian booksellers in Jerusalem, by Israeli police raises significant concerns about the suppression of intellectu...
12 Feb
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew … Among Friends
12 Feb
Anna Goldfarb explores the intricacies of modern friendship, emphasizing the need for clear and meaningful connections in a digitally-driven world. She discu...
12 Feb
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew … Among Friends
12 Feb
Journalist and friendship expert Anna Goldfarb discusses the complexities of maintaining and building friendships in modern times, emphasizing the need for m...
12 Feb
Forward
Prominent Israeli writers and US Jewish leaders rally behind east Jerusalem bookstore that was raided by police
12 Feb
Prominent Israeli writers and American Jewish leaders are rallying behind the Educational Bookshop in East Jerusalem following a police raid that led to the ...
12 Feb
Lehrhaus
The Metaphysical Balance Of The Universe
12 Feb
Mel Waldman reflects on his spiritual journey from devout faith in his youth to a period of disillusionment and eventual rediscovery of spirituality. Expelle...
12 Feb
Living Lchaim
How I Started from $0 and Created Billions
12 Feb
Edward Kholodenko's story, as detailed in the Kosher Money podcast, is a testament to resilience and the power of strategic financial foresight. Emerging fro...
12 Feb
Between The Lines
A Heartfelt And Troubling Challenge To American Jews
11 Feb
Gary Rosenblatt reviews Joshua Leifer's controversial book, "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life," which c...
11 Feb
Forward
Critics say Kendrick Lamar was too loud and hard to understand — they said the same thing about Bob Dylan in Newport
11 Feb
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime performance, rife with political commentary, ignited controversy akin to Bob Dylan's electric transition at the 1965 New...
11 Feb
Kveller
Natalie Portman to Star in New Lena Dunham Movie ‘Good Sex’
11 Feb
Natalie Portman is set to star in the upcoming film "Good Sex," directed by Lena Dunham. The movie follows Ally, a New York therapist nearing her 40th birthd...
11 Feb
Mishpacha
To Rock the Cradle: Chapter 17
11 Feb
Leebie is a character in a story centered around the yearly Herzog family barbeque in the Catskills, hosted by her brother-in-law Shmuel Herzog. Amidst the t...
11 Feb
Mishpacha
Save the Date: Chapter 8
11 Feb
Shaul Kass, a man regarded as a great catch for his sterling character and learning ability, undergoes a significant transformation to improve his emotional ...
11 Feb
Mishpacha
Tonight’s Canopy Sound
11 Feb
In the dynamic world of Jewish wedding music, the traditional and the contemporary blend seamlessly to create a magical atmosphere under the chuppah. Despite...
11 Feb
Mishpacha
Picture This: Chapter 42
11 Feb
Marking the end of their first year of marriage, Yonah and Estee celebrate their anniversary with a special night out. Estee reflects on the experiences and ...
11 Feb
The Cholent
Sponsored: Discover Jewish Cohousing for All Families and Ages
11 Feb
Berkeley Moshav offers a unique Jewish cohousing experience in California, fostering strong communal bonds across all ages. This intentional community combin...
11 Feb
Chabad.org
Jewish Rapper: "I'm Telling You EVERYTHING Right Now..."
11 Feb
Nissim Black, a Jewish rapper, shares his extraordinary journey from a life of drugs and crime to embracing spirituality and using his music to spread messag...
11 Feb
JTA
From ‘Coffee Talk’ to ‘The Hanukkah Song,’ 36 standout Jewish moments from 50 years of ‘Saturday Night Live’
11 Feb
Saturday Night Live (SNL), since its inception by Lorne Michaels in 1975, has been a rich source of Jewish cultural moments in American television. Celebrati...
11 Feb
Between The Lines
IMPORTANT: HERE IS YOUR LINK TO FEB. 18 LIVE ZOOM WITH RABBI WOLPE
11 Feb
Gary Rosenblatt extends an invitation to subscribers for an engaging live conversation with Rabbi David Wolpe on Zoom. Rabbi Wolpe, recognized as one of Amer...
11 Feb
18forty
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Frieda Vizel: How the World Misunderstands Hasidic Jewry [Outreach 2/5]
11 Feb
Frieda Vizel, a former Satmar Hasid, serves as a cultural translator by conducting tours of Hasidic Williamsburg, bridging the gap between the secluded commu...
11 Feb
Forward
Kanye West bought a Super Bowl ad. His product? A swastika T-shirt.
10 Feb
Kanye West, now known as Ye, has sparked widespread controversy by airing a Super Bowl ad to promote a T-shirt featuring a swastika on his Yeezy clothing web...
10 Feb
Kveller
Jeff Goldblum Wants to Be a Cantor in ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2
10 Feb
Jeff Goldblum has sparked excitement with the idea of starring as a cantor in the next season of Netflix's "Nobody Wants This." The concept gained traction d...
10 Feb
Moment
Live from New York, It’s the 10 Best Jewish Moments on SNL!
10 Feb
In honor of Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary, Rachel Rosenfield presents a spotlight on the show's ten best Jewish-themed moments. This retrospective h...
10 Feb
Haaretz Weekly
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'Alma was a baby on October 7. She knows her father only as a poster'
10 Feb
Israeli hostage advocate Moshe Lavi discusses the emotional toll and political challenges faced by families seeking the release of their loved ones held by H...
10 Feb
Forward
Did the weekly Torah portion predict the winner of the Super Bowl?
10 Feb
In a curious intersection of religion and sports, Benyamin Cohen's article explores how the Torah portion read during Super Bowl weekend seemed to foretell t...
10 Feb
Forward
'A Complete Unknown' has Dylan-mania sweeping the country — is that a good thing?
10 Feb
The release of the biopic "A Complete Unknown," starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, has reignited interest in the legendary songwriter's work, especiall...
10 Feb
JTA
Super Bowl performer ejected after displaying Palestinian/Sudanese flag that said ‘Gaza’
10 Feb
During the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans, a performer was ejected for unveiling a flag featuring the Sudanese and Palestinian flags with the wo...
10 Feb
JTA
Israeli police raid Palestinian bookstores in east Jerusalem, drawing international concern
10 Feb
Israeli police conducted a raid at two branches of the Educational Bookshop in east Jerusalem, confiscating books and detaining two owners over allegations o...
10 Feb