Jewish Chronicle
Wicked review: ‘it’s a Grande entrance’
27 Nov 2024
The film adaptation of "Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, draws shocking parallels between its setting and Nazi Germany, reminiscent of Der Stürmer's propagan...
27 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
London’s second favourite Christmas sandwich is Jew-ish
27 Nov 2024
London-based chef Ollie Gratter has created a unique festive sandwich called the Gobbler, which was ranked as the second favorite Christmas sandwich by Time ...
27 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Jews are back as everyone’s go-to target, but I’m looking for a glimpse of light
27 Nov 2024
In a time when Jews face renewed targeting and antisemitic sentiments are pervasive, this deeply personal piece explores the struggle with faith and communit...
27 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Meet Jake Cohen, the chef reinventing the modern Jew-ish menu
27 Nov 2024
Jake Cohen is redefining Jewish cuisine for a modern audience, blending his deep Ashkenazi roots with diverse influences from his personal life. With nearly ...
27 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Oatmeal, schmaltz and cherry cookies
27 Nov 2024
Balancing the sweet and savory, schmaltz—a traditional Jewish chicken fat—adds a unique depth to oatmeal cookies, offering a fascinating twist to a classic t...
27 Nov 2024
eJewishPhilanthropy
Educating by understanding our learners
27 Nov 2024
Ari Y. Kelman's model, embraced by the Jim Joseph Foundation, offers insights into Jewish education by focusing on universal learning processes rather than s...
27 Nov 2024
Jewish Chronicle
We can all learn from Wicked, an allegory of Jewish history
27 Nov 2024
The musical Wicked, seen as an allegory of Jewish history, offers deep insights into themes of scapegoating and resilience. The story reimagines The Wizard o...
27 Nov 2024
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Fighting antisemitism—and loving Star Trek—were Henry Wolfond’s rocket fuel to reach outer space
27 Nov 2024
Henry Wolfond, a Canadian Jewish business executive, recently fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming an astronaut by flying on a Blue Origin commercial spa...
27 Nov 2024
Lehrhaus
The Myth of the Judaic Puritans
27 Nov 2024
Yisroel Benporat critically examines the persistent myth that Puritans in early America embraced aspects of Judaism, debunking claims such as Cotton Mather w...
27 Nov 2024
JTA
Schusterman foundation, whose fortune comes from oil, makes first donation to climate group
27 Nov 2024
The Schusterman Family Philanthropies, traditionally tied to oil and gas wealth, made their first foray into environmental philanthropy with a $300,000 donat...
27 Nov 2024
Tablet
We Are Stories
27 Nov 2024
In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and s...
27 Nov 2024
Tablet
A Sephardic Thanksgiving Dinner
27 Nov 2024
Jamie Betesh Carter reflects on the unique culinary blend of her Sephardic and Ashkenazi heritage, particularly how her family navigated these traditions dur...
27 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
This is what our grandparents warned us about.
26 Nov 2024
Hana Raviyt Schank writes a poignant guest essay reflecting on the rise of antisemitism among Western Jews, especially in the aftermath of the October 7 conf...
26 Nov 2024
Forward
10 wicked ways to avoid talking about Gaza and Trump this Thanksgiving
26 Nov 2024
Talya Zax offers a light-hearted guide to sidestepping heavy political topics like the war in Gaza and American politics during Thanksgiving dinners. Suggest...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
Picture This: Chapter 31
26 Nov 2024
Estee, in the midst of Succot, reflects on her own journey while dealing with physical discomfort and family dynamics. She is visited by her friend Tehila an...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
Out of Focus: Chapter 6
26 Nov 2024
During a typical Shabbat family gathering, the narrator reflects on the challenges of parenting. As she serves her children ice cream, her struggle with cons...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
Lie of the Land: Chapter 24
26 Nov 2024
Chapter 24 of "Lie of the Land" by Cindy Scarr features a reflective conversation between Gabe and Hillel about Gabe's discovery regarding his real last name...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
20 questions for… Chava Lipszyc
26 Nov 2024
Chava Lipszyc, the Production Manager at Mishpacha magazine, describes her intricate role in producing this prominent Jewish publication. Chava, who grew up ...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
The War and Kitchen Avoidance
26 Nov 2024
Cindy Scarr humorously explores her ambivalence towards cooking in her article, discussing the pressure and expectations that come with preparing meals, part...
26 Nov 2024
Mishpacha
Your Invitation to a Great First Date
26 Nov 2024
This humorous piece from Mishpacha Magazine explores the often awkward and ritualistic nature of a first date within the Orthodox Jewish community. The autho...
26 Nov 2024
Forward
Who are the most (and least) Jewish Peanuts characters?
26 Nov 2024
PJ Grisar humorously ranks the Peanuts characters based on their perceived Jewishness, despite their lack of explicit Jewish identity. Charlie Brown, Sally, ...
26 Nov 2024
Forward
The day a Jewish Bronx kid shocked a Vermont salesperson
26 Nov 2024
Avram Patt recounts a memorable experience from the mid-1970s in Vermont, where his knowledge of Yiddish surprised a thrift shop saleswoman. Having moved fro...
26 Nov 2024
Kveller
The Best Gifts for Families That Celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah
26 Nov 2024
With the increasing number of interfaith marriages, more families are celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah, often referred to as Chrismukkah. This year, t...
26 Nov 2024
Jewdicious
Can a Jew Direct a Christmas Movie?
26 Nov 2024
Ross Marks, a Jewish filmmaker, shares his journey of directing his first Christmas movie "Santa's Cousin," which intertwines his Jewish identity with univer...
26 Nov 2024
Forward
Promising 'no stupid Hanukkah songs,' The Leevees strive for a 'two-sauce solution'
26 Nov 2024
The LeeVees, a band formed by Adam Gardner of Guster and Dave Schneider of the Zambonis, offers an alternative to typical holiday music with their Hanukkah-t...
26 Nov 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
BLACK FRIDAY Hanukkah Haul and My Decorations! VLOGnukkah 2
26 Nov 2024
In this Hanukkah-themed vlog, the creator shares her excitement for the upcoming holiday by showcasing her Black Friday haul. She takes viewers through her n...
26 Nov 2024
Lehrhaus
Tablets Shattered (And Restored?): Jewish Identity Here and Now
26 Nov 2024
Steven Gotlib reviews Joshua Leifer's book "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life," focusing on the evolutio...
26 Nov 2024
Kveller
I Can’t Replicate the Yiddish-Infused Stories of My Childhood, But I Can Try
26 Nov 2024
Brittany Sirlin reflects on the challenge of preserving the Yiddish-infused stories of her childhood for the next generation. Centering around a story of "Re...
26 Nov 2024
Jewish Table
Butternut Squash, Cabbage, and Mushroom Pastel
26 Nov 2024
Leah Koenig introduces a new Thanksgiving recipe for a Butternut Squash, Cabbage, and Mushroom Pastel, a savory Sephardi pie that can serve as a vegetarian o...
26 Nov 2024
Forward
My pre-Thanksgiving challenge: hugging a turkey
26 Nov 2024
Rob Eshman highlights the transformative experience of physically connecting with animals usually seen only as food, particularly through his encounter with ...
26 Nov 2024
Moment
Spice Box | “I See You Calling Your Mother.”
26 Nov 2024
Moment magazine invites its readers to share unmarked newspaper clippings, curiosities, and photographs as part of their ongoing engagement with their audien...
26 Nov 2024
Moment
Visual Moment | New Angles on a Sacred Land
26 Nov 2024
Noted American photographer Ralph Gibson embarked on a transformative journey through Israel in 2019, capturing the country's essence through his unique arti...
26 Nov 2024
Moment
Ask the Rabbis | Is Cremation Still Off Limits For Jews?
26 Nov 2024
Cremation has traditionally been considered off-limits in Jewish practice due to religious, cultural, and historical factors. The practice of burial is deepl...
26 Nov 2024
Tablet
The New Yorker’s Cavalcade of Ignorance
26 Nov 2024
Armin Rosen critiques The New Yorker's recent issue featuring various authors grappling with the state of America post-election, focusing on their collective...
26 Nov 2024
MomentMag
Moment Magazine: Wise Journalism In Unwise Times
25 Nov 2024
Moment Magazine is recognized for its comprehensive journalism that addresses the complexities of contemporary Jewish life and thought. The video showcases t...
25 Nov 2024
Kveller
Mayim Bialik Shares Her Hot Takes About Bagels With Jewish Comedian Iliza Shlesinger
25 Nov 2024
Mayim Bialik, in a light-hearted conversation with comedian Iliza Shlesinger on her podcast, expressed strong opinions on what flavors should be considered "...
25 Nov 2024
Israel: State of a Nation
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., warned about those who see everything through the lens of color.
25 Nov 2024
The discussion reflects on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s warning about the limitations of viewing the world solely through a racial lens, specifically in the...
25 Nov 2024
Lilith
Ancestor Bread
25 Nov 2024
Reflecting on family traditions and the transmission of heritage through the simple act of baking bread, the narrative threads the lives of generations of wo...
25 Nov 2024
Chabad.org
Simon Jacobson: It's Time I Told You About This...
25 Nov 2024
Simon Jacobson, a well-known Jewish scholar and commentator, delves into profound personal reflections and transformative experiences in his podcast "Ordinar...
25 Nov 2024
Forward
Ber Kotlerman wins J. I Segal award for his collection of stories, ‘Samoyed’
25 Nov 2024
Ber Kotlerman, a prolific Yiddish author, has been awarded the J. I. Segal Award for his collection of stories titled "Samoyed." Kotlerman, who was born in 1...
25 Nov 2024
Forward
As a Jewish biblical scholar in Houston, I'm enraged that Texas is adopting this biblically illiterate new curriculum
25 Nov 2024
Caryn Tamber-Rosenau, a Jewish biblical scholar in Houston, critiques the newly adopted Bluebonnet curriculum in Texas public schools for inserting Christian...
25 Nov 2024
Hadassah
Letters to the Editor: Food as Heritage and Chagrin and Anger
25 Nov 2024
This edition of Hadassah Magazine's Letters to the Editor features a range of responses highlighting significant issues within the Jewish community. Judy Ste...
25 Nov 2024
MomentMag
Moment 2024 Gala: Dana Bash, Robert S. Greenberger Journalism Award
25 Nov 2024
Dana Bash, an esteemed anchor and chief political correspondent for CNN, was honored with the Robert S. Greenberger Journalism Award at Moment Magazine's 202...
25 Nov 2024
MomentMag
Moment 2024 Gala: Robert Siegel, Inspirational Journalism Award
25 Nov 2024
Moment Magazine's 2024 Awards Gala celebrated Robert Siegel by presenting him with the Inspirational Journalism Award. Siegel, a literary contributor to Mome...
25 Nov 2024
MomentMag
Moment 2024 Gala: Eleanor Holmes Norton, RBG Human Rights Award
25 Nov 2024
The Moment 2024 Gala celebrated the achievements of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton by awarding her the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Human Rights Award. Recognize...
25 Nov 2024
MomentMag
Moment 2024 Gala: Nadine Epstein, Visionary Leadership Award
25 Nov 2024
Nadine Epstein, Editor-in-Chief and CEO of Moment Magazine, was honored with the Visionary Leadership Award at the Moment 2024 Awards Gala. Moment Magazine, ...
25 Nov 2024
Moment
The Vanishing Antisemitism Taboo
25 Nov 2024
The article reflects on a personal incident from 1996 when a concert performance sparked an impromptu reaction against antisemitism, illustrating the then-st...
25 Nov 2024
JTA
For Israelis still displaced from their homes, reclaiming the kitchen can be an act of hope
25 Nov 2024
Displaced Israelis, affected by the violence following the October 7 Hamas-led attack, are finding solace and a sense of identity through cooking, thanks to ...
25 Nov 2024
Forward
What if Jews rebuilt the Temple?
25 Nov 2024
Yishai Sarid's novel, "The Third Temple," explores a speculative future where religious extremists rebuild the ancient Temple in Jerusalem, instituting a mon...
25 Nov 2024
Future of Jewish
Know Your Jew-Haters (A Guide)
24 Nov 2024
Nachum Kaplan's guest essay provides a satirical guide to the various forms of antisemitism, categorizing them into twelve distinct types ranging from Neo-Na...
24 Nov 2024