JTA
Danny Wolf and Bruce Pearl — two of March Madness’ most prominent Jews — are about to face off in a Shabbat Showdown
28 Mar 2025
In this year's NCAA March Madness, Jewish representation takes center stage as Danny Wolf of Michigan and Bruce Pearl of Auburn prepare for a high-profile sh...
28 Mar 2025
JTA
Digital breadcrumbs lead to the team behind Jewish Onliner, the AI-powered website that got a Yale scholar suspended
28 Mar 2025
Jewish Onliner, an AI-driven website focused on exposing antisemitism and anti-Israel movements, has drawn attention after a report on the site led to the su...
28 Mar 2025
JTA
Once-isolated Albania hopes for Israeli tourist boom with launch of El Al direct flights
28 Mar 2025
With El Al launching direct flights from Tel Aviv to Tirana, Albania is positioning itself as a prime destination for Israeli tourists, drawn by its rich his...
28 Mar 2025
JTA
Where to find a Passover seder in NYC in 2025
28 Mar 2025
For those in New York City seeking a place to celebrate Passover in 2025, numerous options are available catering to different interests and communities. Fro...
28 Mar 2025
Hadassah
Listening to Folksinger Janis Ian
28 Mar 2025
Janis Ian: Breaking Silence is a documentary exploring the life and musical legacy of Jewish singer-songwriter Janis Ian, known for her breakthrough hits "So...
28 Mar 2025
Jewish Action
The Great Moror Merchant
28 Mar 2025
Set in 1932, this charming narrative recounts a true story from Jewish Life magazine, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of a Jewish merchant in pre-...
28 Mar 2025
Kveller
Help Us Choose Kveller’s 3rd Annual Passover Parody Contest Winner!
28 Mar 2025
Kveller has launched their third annual Passover parody contest, inviting readers to vote for their favorite reimagined Passover-themed song lyrics. This yea...
28 Mar 2025
My Jewish Mommy Life
CLEAN, PREP and PACK FOR PASSOVER 2025 WITH ME!
28 Mar 2025
Marion Ashley, from My Jewish Mommy Life, guides her audience through the process of preparing for Passover 2025, sharing personal tips and resources. The vi...
28 Mar 2025
MomentMag
What it means to be Jewish Today with Zibby Owens, Annabelle Gurwitch and Amy E. Schwartz
28 Mar 2025
In the wake of the events of October 7, Zibby Owens felt compelled to tackle the pervasive wave of antisemitism by compiling an anthology that would give voi...
28 Mar 2025
Forward
The Trail Blazers let Deni Avdija cook, and minted a franchise player in the process
28 Mar 2025
Israeli-born NBA player Deni Avdija has exceeded expectations since joining the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming a key figure in the team's resurgence despit...
28 Mar 2025
Tikvah
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Micah Goodman on What He’s Learned about Israel in the Past Year-and-a-Half
27 Mar 2025
In a conversation with Jonathan Silver, Micah Goodman reflects on Israel's complex political climate and societal dynamics in the aftermath of the October 7 ...
27 Mar 2025
Chabad.org
Rabbi Gordon Shares a Story: The Successful Tailor
27 Mar 2025
Rabbi Gordon narrates a heartwarming chassidic tale about a tailor who achieves success not simply through his own talent or ambition, but also due to the me...
27 Mar 2025
Kveller
30 Items to Help Keep Kids Entertained at the Seder
27 Mar 2025
Engaging children during the Passover seder can be a challenge, but Kveller offers creative solutions with a list of 30 items to keep the young ones entertai...
27 Mar 2025
Lehrhaus
Why is Tabernacle Construction the Foundation of Shabbat?
27 Mar 2025
Ezra Sivan argues that the connection between the construction of the Tabernacle and Shabbat observance, as derived by rabbis from Torah, serves as a profoun...
27 Mar 2025
JTA
Here’s why hospitals ask you your religion — and why Jews shouldn’t be afraid to answer
27 Mar 2025
Reflecting on an emergency room visit for acute abdominal pain, the author reveals his discomfort when asked his religion by hospital staff, highlighting bot...
27 Mar 2025
Lilith
Sefardi Folk Culture Grows in Cambridge
27 Mar 2025
Cambridge, Massachusetts has become a burgeoning hub for Sefardi Jewish culture thanks to the grassroots efforts of Naomi Spector and Yinnon Sanders. Their c...
27 Mar 2025
Forward
How two Jewish names — Kohen and Mira — are dividing red and blue states
27 Mar 2025
The popularity of the Jewish names Kohen and Mira reflects intriguing cultural divisions in the United States, with Kohen trending in red states and Mira in ...
27 Mar 2025
Kveller
This French Jewish Actress Stars in New Show from ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Creators
27 Mar 2025
French Jewish actress Charlotte Gainsbourg stars in "Étoile," a new series by "Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino. The s...
27 Mar 2025
JTA
Israelis flock to Keith Siegel’s Pancake House for the former hostage’s signature hotcakes
27 Mar 2025
In an act of communal solidarity and celebration, Keith Siegel's Pancake House pop-up has opened in Tel Aviv's Sarona Market, drawing crowds eager to support...
27 Mar 2025
Jewish History Nerds
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Season 4, Coming Next Week
27 Mar 2025
Hosts Jonathan Schwab and Yael Steiner preview the upcoming fourth season of "Jewish History Nerds," which will focus on the fascinating stories behind Jewis...
27 Mar 2025
Moment
What it means to be Jewish Today with Zibby Owens, Annabelle Gurwitch and Amy E. Schwartz
27 Mar 2025
Following the unsettling events of October 7, writer and podcaster Zibby Owens initiated an anthology project to confront the rising tide of antisemitism thr...
27 Mar 2025
Lehrhaus
The Shekhinah as a Tool for Political Critique: The Mystico-Political Thought of Rabbi Menachem Froman
26 Mar 2025
Rabbi Menachem Froman was a complex and influential figure within Israeli society, using the mystical framework of the Zohar to bridge divides between religi...
26 Mar 2025
Chabad.org
How to Celebrate Your Jewish Birthday
26 Mar 2025
A Jewish birthday is not just another year marker; it's a spiritual milestone akin to a personal Rosh Hashanah. This concept emphasizes reflection, reinvigor...
26 Mar 2025
Kveller
This Adorable Children’s Book Reminds Us That Yiddish Is the Language of Love
26 Mar 2025
"Sweet Babe: A Jewish Grandmother Kvells," a delightful children's book by illustrator Robin Rosenthal, celebrates the affectionate Yiddish language and Jewi...
26 Mar 2025
Kveller
Stunning Indian Jewish Baby Names
26 Mar 2025
Indian Jewish names are a beautiful blend of traditional Jewish and diverse Indian linguistic and cultural influences. The Indian Jewish community has one of...
26 Mar 2025
JTA
Nearly a quarter of Americans raised Jewish have left the religion, survey says
26 Mar 2025
A Pew Research Center survey reveals that nearly 24% of U.S. adults raised Jewish no longer identify as religiously Jewish, with 17% being religiously unaffi...
26 Mar 2025
JTA
Nearly a quarter of Americans raised Jewish have left the religion, survey says
26 Mar 2025
A recent Pew Research Center study reveals that nearly 25% of Americans raised Jewish no longer identify as religiously Jewish, with 17% describing themselve...
26 Mar 2025
Living Lchaim
Israelis Can’t Stop Dancing throughout the Jerusalem Shuk #israel
26 Mar 2025
In this vibrant and lively display, Israelis are seen dancing joyfully throughout the bustling Jerusalem Shuk, or market. The video captures the energetic at...
26 Mar 2025
Jewish Table
Spring Vegetable Soup
26 Mar 2025
Marking the fourth anniversary of The Jewish Table, Leah Koenig shares a lighthearted narrative around crafting a Spring Vegetable Soup as a base for warmer ...
26 Mar 2025
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew… Who Contemplates the Pig
26 Mar 2025
Jordan Rosenblum explores the profound symbolism of the pig in Jewish culture, highlighting how it's been used to affirm and challenge Jewish identity throug...
26 Mar 2025
For Heaven's Sake
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Israel at War — “We Will Die and Not Enlist”
26 Mar 2025
The episode delves into the controversy surrounding the refusal of many Ultra-Orthodox young men in Israel to enlist in the military despite the ongoing war ...
26 Mar 2025
Unorthodox
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How to Be a Jew… Who Contemplates the Pig
26 Mar 2025
Jewish Studies professor Jordan Rosenblum explores the symbolic significance of the pig in Jewish culture, addressing both its historical and contemporary im...
26 Mar 2025
For Heaven's Sake
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Israel at War — “We Will Die and Not Enlist”
26 Mar 2025
Amidst heightened tensions in Israel, the refusal of the Ultra-Orthodox community to enlist in the military remains a critical point of contention due to the...
26 Mar 2025
Lehrhaus
The Jewish Governess
26 Mar 2025
The narrative recounts the unique situation of a Jewish governess, Miss Sarah Rosen, employed at Longhaven Manor, a household torn between her unconventional...
26 Mar 2025
Chabad.org
Rapping Rabbi: "It’s Time I Told You About What I've Been Through..."
26 Mar 2025
Moshe Reuven shares his extraordinary journey through life, marked by a near-death experience, achieving success in the music industry, excelling in business...
26 Mar 2025
Kveller
This Arabic Version of ‘Shalom Aleichem’ from Former Hostage Daniella Gilboa Is So Beautiful
25 Mar 2025
Daniella Gilboa, a former hostage recently released from captivity in Gaza, managed to preserve her Jewish faith through song. Along with other female soldie...
25 Mar 2025
Forward
Yiddish in Texas: An unexpected language is still riding the bronco
25 Mar 2025
Yiddish has a long-standing and vibrant history in Texas, despite the state's popularly perceived linguistic identity. The language saw its heyday from 1907 ...
25 Mar 2025
Mishpacha
Like Mother, Like Daughter
25 Mar 2025
Cindy Scarr reflects on the profound realization that her mother has often shared and anticipated her interests, confirming King Solomon's assertion that "th...
25 Mar 2025
JTA
Leonard Bernstein faces his longtime rival in a new off-Broadway play
25 Mar 2025
Last Call, a new off-Broadway play by Peter Danish, dramatizes the storied rivalry between legendary classical conductors Leonard Bernstein and Herbert von K...
25 Mar 2025
Forward
Roundtable talk about future of Yiddish with top-notch speakers
25 Mar 2025
An upcoming event at the Baruch Performing Arts Center in Manhattan will see six leading Yiddish studies experts engaging in a discussion about the future of...
25 Mar 2025
Forward
What was Barbra Streisand's autobiography doing in ‘The White Lotus’?
25 Mar 2025
In Season 3 of HBO's series The White Lotus, Jaclyn, an aging actress portrayed by Michelle Monaghan, is seen with Barbra Streisand's hefty autobiography at ...
25 Mar 2025
JTA
Manischewitz launches a food truck in New York City
24 Mar 2025
Manischewitz, the renowned kosher food brand, has introduced a food truck named the "Manischewitz Deli on Wheels" in New York City, aligning its launch with ...
24 Mar 2025
Moment
Meet Abby Roth: Ben Shapiro’s ‘Classically’ Conservative Sister
24 Mar 2025
Abby Roth, known as Classically Abby, is the sister of conservative commentator Ben Shapiro. A classically trained opera singer, Roth began her online presen...
24 Mar 2025
Forward
A truck of kosher knishes and matzo ball soup rolls into New York
24 Mar 2025
Manischewitz, the iconic kosher brand, has launched a new venture with the "Deli on Wheels," an orange food truck serving classic Jewish dishes like matzo ba...
24 Mar 2025
Kveller
This ‘Sesame Street’ Mitzvah Episode Teaches Kindness in Action
24 Mar 2025
A recent episode of Sesame Street titled "Mitzvah Day Mix-Up" captures an important Jewish concept by illustrating mitzvahs as acts of kindness through initi...
24 Mar 2025
Culturally Jewish
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Jewish artists have been ostricized since Oct. 7. Will it lead to a renaissance of Jewish art?
24 Mar 2025
In the face of rising cultural boycotts and antisemitism, Jewish artists in Canada confront significant challenges in the arts community. Some artists remain...
24 Mar 2025
Hadassah
Panama, a Jewish Paradise Between Two Oceans
24 Mar 2025
Panama has emerged as a prime destination for Jewish travelers, offering a rich blend of kosher amenities and cultural experiences against the backdrop of it...
24 Mar 2025
Forward
Parisian theater stages I. B. Singer’s ‘Golem’ in Yiddish and French
24 Mar 2025
The Théâtre de la Colline in Paris is hosting "Golem," an innovative multilingual stage adaptation of Isaac Bashevis Singer's story, directed by celebrated I...
24 Mar 2025
Forward
How Janis Ian’s Jewish heritage inspired some of her greatest hits
24 Mar 2025
Janis Ian, the renowned singer-songwriter known for her poignant social commentaries, is the subject of a documentary by Varda Bar-Kar that highlights her Je...
24 Mar 2025
Forward
What Gal Gadot has said about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
24 Mar 2025
Gal Gadot, Israeli actress known for her role as Wonder Woman, has been criticized and praised for her comments and actions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian...
24 Mar 2025