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In a conversation with Allison, Don, and Noah, the discussion revolved around the Jewish State bill potentially causing turmoil within the Israeli coalition ...

The text discusses the current situation in Israel, questioning whether the recent violence signifies the start of a new intifada. It also explores lawmaker ...

Phyllis Koegel, the marketing director of the Orthodox Union's Kosher Division, plays a crucial role in persuading companies worldwide to obtain kosher certi...

Georg Mordechai Langer, an overlooked figure in Franz Kafka's life, was a gay Hasidic Hebrew teacher with a deep interest in mysticism and Hebrew literature....

Dr. Nurit Hashimshony-Yaffe, a political scientist, explains in her study how Israel successfully eradicated the trafficking of women. She highlights the cou...

Adva Naama Baram, an architect and photographer, presents an exhibition at the Architects' House Gallery focusing on the architecture of ezrat nashim, the wo...

In this edition, Allison, Don, and Noah delve into the topics of doctors' public political expressions, the judging of judges by lawyers in Israel, and the r...

Prof. Smadar Lavie discusses race and gender in contemporary Israel, focusing on the experiences of Mizrahi single mothers. Dr. Eran Dorfman explores the mec...

Daphne Merkin's new collection of essays, "The Fame Lunches: On Wounded Icons, Money, Sex, the Bronts, and the Importance of Handbags," explores themes of me...

Robert Shepyer is leading a Kickstarter campaign for a film called Not Another Pretty Face to challenge the stereotypical portrayal of women in Hollywood. In...

The author reflects on their first and last experience wearing tefillin at age 15, feeling conflicted about the traditional Jewish practice as a staunch femi...

The article discusses the political debate in Israel, questioning if the recent solidarity following West Bank kidnappings is overshadowing the need to hold ...

Malka Schaps, a Haredi theoretical mathematician, made history as Israel's first female Haredi dean at Bar-Ilan University. Raised in the U.S. as Mary Kramer...

Beloved author Judy Blume is set to release a new novel for adults, her first in 16 years since Summer Sisters. The book, still untitled, will focus on famil...

Ruth Messinger and her granddaughter, Francesca Sternfeld, share a home in New York City, finding joy and support in their intergenerational living arrangeme...

Louisa Solomon, lead singer of punk-rock band The Shondes, discusses censorship issues after the JCC of Washington, DC, revoked sponsorship of their show due...

The author reflects on his journey of engaging with his complex musical heritage at Passover, specifically exploring his experiences with negro spirituals an...

This article delves into the author's journey from embracing Orthodox Judaism to struggling with anorexia as a teenager. The author reflects on their upbring...

Eshel, a national organization supporting LGBT Jews and their families in Orthodox communities, recently held its second annual retreat for Orthodox parents ...

Shelley Richman Cohen recounts her journey of mourning her son Nathaniel, who passed away at 21 due to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. She reflects on the meani...

In this personal narrative, the author discusses the pressure in Orthodox Jewish communities to have children soon after marriage. Despite initial hesitation...

Various Jewish scholars and rabbis engage in a discussion responding to Daniel Gordis' critique of Conservative Judaism. The debate highlights the movement's...

In a discussion on Jewish motherhood stereotypes, Naomi Zeveloff explores the complexity and diversity of Jewish mothers through various personal stories. LA...

In "Til Faith Do Us Part," Naomi Schaefer Riley explores the trend of interfaith marriages in America, highlighting the challenges and benefits that come wit...

In his response to Allan Arkush's review of Shaul Magid's book "American Post-Judaism," Arkush questions the motivation behind redesigning Judaism, pointing ...

Jane Eisner, editor of the Jewish Daily Forward, expresses concern over the declining birthrates among young liberal Jews in America, a trend mirrored in soc...

The article discusses the resurgence of the Jewish American Princess (JAP) stereotype in the reality TV show "Princesses: Long Island" on Bravo. The show fol...

Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum of Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, the country's largest gay synagogue, celebrated her 20th anniversary with a Hanukkah event attende...

The author recalls reconnecting with their paternal grandparents after years of estrangement, only to discover their grandfather's death online. Despite atte...

Avi Weiss, a prominent Orthodox rabbi known for his revolutionary activism, broke away from Yeshiva University in 1999 to establish Yeshivat Chovevei Torah, ...

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg played a significant role in the Supreme Court hearing on the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), pointing out constitutional issues ...

Roberta Kaplan, a prominent lawyer known for her work in the legal battle for same-sex marriage, is at the forefront of the case challenging the Defense of M...

Betty Friedan's experience at the International Woman's Year World Conference in Mexico City in 1975 revealed anti-American, anti-Semitic, and anti-Zionist s...

Project Mah Jongg, curated by Melissa Martens, initially displayed at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York and has since traveled to various Jewish muse...

In this deeply personal essay, the author narrates her journey from wearing skirts as a symbol of Orthodox modesty to embracing jeans, illustrating a cultura...

A rabbi recounts the challenges faced when announcing her engagement to another rabbi, navigating family reactions, including her grandmother's refusal to ac...

Mitt Romney was not planning a fundraiser in Jerusalem on Tisha B'Av, as falsely reported, but will be dining with the Netanyahus after the sacred day ends. ...

Jennifer Weiner, a prominent author in the chick lit genre, challenges the criticism and lack of recognition faced by female authors compared to their male c...

Susan Gubar, a feminist literary scholar battling ovarian cancer, challenges the idea that a diagnosis is a death sentence, emphasizing the importance of ada...

The Israeli government is considering ending the exemption of Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) men from military service, sparking concerns about the impact on female...

This article discusses three Jewish women who are finalists for the National Book Critic Circle's best autobiography award. Mira Bartók's book "The Memory Pa...

The author discusses their plans for Thanksgiving, reflecting on their estrangement from their families. They reach out to friends who also have complex fami...

Fox News barred Jewish, openly gay Republican presidential candidate Fred Karger from participating in their debate despite him meeting the debate requiremen...

Shalom Auslander, in a reflective and humorous piece, contemplates the nature and role of testicles as he turns 41, considering the idea of removing them due...

In a critical piece, author Elana Sztokman reflects on Naomi Wolf's trajectory from her groundbreaking feminist work in "The Beauty Myth" to her more recent ...

The text discusses the figure of Jeff Van Gundy, a prominent basketball coach and broadcaster, often speculated to be Jewish due to his appearance, demeanor,...

In a rural village in Kenya, a small Jewish community led by Yosef Njogu and Avraham Ndungu is striving to maintain their Jewish identity while incorporating...

In 2008, a monument in Berlin honoring gay victims of the Nazi regime was created, with architectural similarities to the nearby Holocaust memorial. The monu...

In this exploration of matchmaking in the Torah portion, the focus is on the story of Abraham's servant seeking a wife for Isaac. The text highlights the ser...

"On the Bookshelf" expresses contrition for overlooking various Jewish books and seeks atonement by highlighting several notable works published in 2010. Thi...