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Rabbi Wittenberg presents thoughtful insights on the weekly Torah portions, emphasizing inclusivity, care, and social justice. He urges readers to emulate Ab...

In this episode of Mishpacha Magazine's podcast, the focus is on Glikl of Hameln, a well-known figure in Jewish history. The discussion delves into the under...

The lack of ritual and liturgy in mainstream Judaism for experiences specific to women, such as menstruation, miscarriage, and mammograms, is a frustration f...

This article features various letters from readers discussing different topics. One letter discusses the role of Alfred Freedman, a Jewish psychiatrist, in d...

The Shiluv program aims to transform Jewish disability education by shifting attitudes and promoting true inclusion. Traditional disability awareness trainin...

The article discusses how the Palestinian cause has been tied to the U.S. Civil Rights Movement by left-wing activists. Using concepts like intersectionality...

Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux, known for their appearance on the reality show Love Is Blind, have announced that they are expecting their first child toget...

Mildred Weissman was a prominent advocate for women's rights, social justice, and Jewish culture. She made significant contributions to Jewish and secular mu...

The Family First Inbox for Issue 879 includes a variety of reader responses to articles published in the magazine. One reader discusses the therapeutic techn...

"Days of Wine and Roses" is a musical adaptation of the teleplay and film about a couple's descent into alcoholism. Composer Adam Guettel and book writer Cra...

Rabbi Art Green, a prominent scholar of Jewish mysticism, has been barred from Hebrew College following allegations of sexual misconduct made by a faculty me...

The author reflects on the rise in antisemitism since a Hamas attack on October 7 and discusses the challenges of parenting Jewish children in the face of in...

Abigail Levy, a Jewish goaltender, is making waves in the brand new Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL). Growing up, Levy never knew that girls played ...

Hannah Rachel Vermermacher, known as the Maiden of Ludmir, defied traditional gender roles by becoming a Hasidic leader in the 19th century, attracting follo...

Despite the rise in antisemitism and the Israeli-Hamas war, there is a growing number of individuals converting to Judaism. Many of these future converts, li...

A Jewish woman named Jacklyn and her Christian husband, Ed, are struggling with their differing views on Israel. Jacklyn feels a strong connection to her Jew...

The article discusses the similarity between the Oscar snub of Greta Gerwig, the director of the film "Barbie," and the past snubs of Barbra Streisand. Despi...

Chaya Raichik, the creator of the controversial social media account Libs of Tiktok, known for endorsing book bans and anti-LGBTQ+ advocacy, has been appoint...

"The Secret That Is Not a Secret: Ten Heretical Tales" is a collection of short stories by Jay Michaelson that explores the struggles of individuals in Jewis...

The Kohenet Hebrew Priestess Institute (KHPI) announced that it will close its doors in the fall of 2023. Since its founding in 2005, KHPI has trained and or...

This 2016 article explores the convergence of the Black Lives Matter movement and the Palestinian cause. It describes how activists in the US and Europe have...

The PBS Kids show, "Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum," recently aired an episode about Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. In the episode, one of the main charac...

The author reflects on the importance of believing and supporting survivors of sexual violence. They acknowledge the difficulty of confronting the truth that...

In an interview with Moment Magazine, drag artist Michael Witkes, also known as Pink Pancake, discusses his one-woman drag show, "Today You Are a Man!" The s...

This episode features Shari Mendes discussing the harrowing realities of sexual violence perpetrated by Hamas against Israeli women during the conflict in Oc...

Michael Witkes, a professional drag queen known as Pink Pancake, is turning a tragic bar mitzvah experience into a one-woman drag show, called "Today You Are...

In honor of Valentine's Day, this article presents a collection of Jewish jokes about love. There is a joke about a husband who forgets the name of a restaur...

Barbra Streisand, the iconic Jewish singer and actress, has released an epic 992-page autobiography titled "Streisand by Streisand." The book offers a deep d...

The author discusses the concept of "The Personal is Political" and its impact on feminist movements in the past. They point out that this concept is now bei...

Gabriel Attal, France's new prime minister, is making headlines for being the country's youngest prime minister at 34 and its first openly gay prime minister...

The war in Gaza has brought the fight for LGBTQ rights to the forefront in Israel. LGBTQ soldiers, who risk their lives on the front lines but are denied the...

Gershon Selinger, a convicted sex offender, has pleaded guilty to new abuse charges involving a minor. The incident occurred in 2008, and Selinger will be se...

Lilith Magazine's most-read stories of 2023 primarily focus on themes of grief and hope in the midst of violence and loss. The stories include a poem about a...

Lihi Lapid, an author and feminist, expresses disappointment in the lack of support from prominent women and feminists regarding the rape and brutalization o...

Three Orthodox Jewish passengers were ordered off a JetBlue flight after they changed seats. The incident began when an elderly Jewish man took what he thoug...

The author discusses the difficulty in proving cases of sexual assault, particularly in the context of the recent terrorist attack in Israel. The article arg...

The New York Times published a report detailing a campaign of coordinated sexual violence by Hamas during the October 7 attacks in Israel. The report highlig...

In this article, the authors discuss the Talmudic approach to sexuality, particularly the views on sexual pleasure. They explore the conflicting opinions wit...

In Chapter 45 of "Upper Class," the protagonist prepares to meet her partner Shan's mother, feeling nervous and insecure. She tries different hairstyles to m...

This article discusses the increasing number of people converting to Judaism in Oklahoma, particularly in the Jewish community of Temple Bnai Israel in Oklah...

Lilith magazine has compiled a list of books they are excited to read in 2024. The list includes a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles, including "Dear ...

In this minisode of the 18Forty Podcast, the hosts express gratitude to their community for their support and participation throughout the year. They discuss...

The article discusses the need for safety, respect, and equity in light of recent acts of violence and antisemitism. It highlights the importance of addressi...

Despite the challenges faced by Jews in 2023, Jewish feminists continued to make strides and advocate for gender equality. The death of Canadian-Israeli peac...

In this personal essay, the author reflects on her experience as a mother during her sons' weddings, expressing both happiness and a sense of identity crisis...

Rabbi Scott Kahn and certified sex therapist Talli Rosenbaum co-host the podcast "Intimate Judaism," discussing intimate issues from a Jewish perspective, br...

The article discusses the philanthropic response following the events of October 7th in Israel, highlighting both positive and concerning trends. The outpour...

This article discusses the significance of the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) decision to remove homosexuality from the Diagnostic and Statistical ...

This article tells the story of the author's great-grandparents, Louis and Frannie Weiner, who were involved in a bootleg contraception operation in the 1920...

Zelda Kahan Newman, a renowned translator of Yiddish women's poetry and a Yiddish linguist, passed away at the age of 77. She published several books related...