JTA
Empty chairs, mirrors and pomegranates: How Jews are bringing the Israel-Hamas war to their seder tables this Passover
17 Apr
In light of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the plight of hostages in Gaza, Jewish communities are incorporating new symbolic items and rituals into their P...
17 Apr
18forty
A Letter to Children Estranged From Their Parents
17 Apr
The letter addresses children who are estranged from their parents, emphasizing the deep hurt and complexities of these relationships. The writer draws on ex...
17 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah
The Ignorant View of a Biased Man
17 Apr
The writer criticizes Rabbi Jay Michaelson for condemning Pastor John Hagee's support for Israel, insinuating Hagee's motives are solely to hasten end-times....
17 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
Meet the Cuban-Italian Simone de Beauvoir
17 Apr
Alba de Cespedes, a Cuban-Italian writer born in 1911, challenged the norm of male-dominated storytelling through her work, emphasizing women's perspectives ...
17 Apr
Forward
‘His last name was Bernstein’: Exchange over yarmulke brings antisemitism into focus in murder trial
17 Apr
In the trial of Samuel Woodward for the murder of Blaze Bernstein, the focus on Bernstein's Jewish identity alongside his sexual orientation has brought the ...
17 Apr
Kveller
This Passover Story May Be the First Jewish Children’s Book With a Nonbinary Protagonist
16 Apr
"Frankenstein's Matzah" is a unique Jewish children's book featuring a nonbinary protagonist named Vee, who is a curious scientist aspiring to be a Nobel Pri...
16 Apr
Moment
Leah Kiser: Concerned About Women’s Rights
16 Apr
Leah Kiser, a 55-year-old bookkeeper from Lexington, KY, expresses disillusionment with the progressive left following the October 7 terror attacks, particul...
16 Apr
Moment
Deb Kolodny: Recognizing a Climate Catastrophe
16 Apr
Deb Kolodny, a consultant and freelance rabbi, emphasizes the urgent need to address not only climate change but also the concept of climate refugees in West...
16 Apr
18forty
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A Haredi Mother Sending Her Children To Serve [Divergence 4/5]
16 Apr
A Haredi mother, Dina, shares her experiences raising two sons who serve in the IDF, against the backdrop of a community typically not engaged in military se...
16 Apr
Forward
My tax dollars — and yours — are helping hold my sister hostage
15 Apr
Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Jewish academic kidnapped in Iraq by the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah, has been held captive for over a year while her sister, E...
15 Apr
Lehrhaus
Put a Mirror on Your Seder Table
14 Apr
The article emphasizes the importance of including the stories of enslaved Jewish women in the Passover Seder narrative, focusing on the challenges faced by ...
14 Apr
Living Lchaim
Let’s Talk About the Orthodox Singles Struggle
14 Apr
In this YouTube video, Rivka Heisler shares her personal experiences and challenges as a single Orthodox Jewish woman, discussing societal pressures and misc...
14 Apr
Forward
‘I want to find Blaze as much as you do’: Call from Blaze Bernstein’s alleged murderer to distraught parents played at trial
12 Apr
In the trial for the murder of Blaze Bernstein, the alleged murderer, Samuel Woodward, made a chilling phone call to Bernsteins parents claiming he wanted to...
12 Apr
Chabad.org
The Upside of a Child With Down Syndrome
11 Apr
The video explores the positive impact and joy brought by a special boy named Zalmy with Down Syndrome to his parents and community, even after his sudden pa...
11 Apr
New Voices
The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr
The article delves into the evolution of Jewish masculinity over the years, touching upon historical figures such as Leonard Cohen and exploring the contempo...
9 Apr
New Voices
The New Jewish Daddy
9 Apr
The text discusses the evolution of Jewish masculinity from historical representations to contemporary expressions, focusing on figures like Leonard Cohen an...
9 Apr
Tablet
The New Defenders of the Faith
9 Apr
The text describes a critique of the literary world's preference for works centered on victimhood, particularly those by authors from marginalized groups see...
9 Apr
Hadassah
45 Days in Spring
5 Apr
Between March 8 and April 22, Hadassah engaged in various global initiatives, including campaigns to end silence on crimes against women by Hamas, advocacy f...
5 Apr
Forward
I'm obsessed with Caitlin Clark. Do I choose her over Shabbat?
4 Apr
The article discusses the dilemma the author faces between her newfound obsession with Caitlin Clark, a star basketball player, and observing Shabbat. While ...
4 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
Magic potions old and new to keep you young
3 Apr
Jewish women in the Renaissance era played a significant role in formulating cosmetics, creating advanced products such as anti-wrinkle creams and SPFs, ofte...
3 Apr
Jewish Chronicle
Mothers’ Instinct review: A study in grief morphs into a thriller
3 Apr
The film "Mother's Instinct" explores the intense grief and psychological turmoil experienced by a mother, Celine (Anne Hathaway), after the tragic death of ...
3 Apr
Sonya's Prep
Self Care day indulging in all the things I usually don’t #patis #workingmoms #takecareofyourself
2 Apr
Indulging in self-care with treats and relaxation while taking a break from the busyness of being a working mom.
2 Apr
JTA
Bert Pogrebin, attorney and partner to leading feminist Letty Cottin Pogrebin, dies at 89
1 Apr
Bert Pogrebin, a renowned attorney and partner to feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, passed away at 89. Known for their symbiotic marriage and political in...
1 Apr
JTA
On their ‘Schmuckboys’ podcast, two women share their passion for Jews dating Jews
1 Apr
On the Schmuckboys podcast, Libby Amber Walker and Marla Friedson share their passion for helping Jews date within their community, tackling topics like Jewi...
1 Apr
JTA
What these Jewish teens say they are not seeing on screen: themselves
1 Apr
Jewish teens voiced concerns about the lack of representation and authentic portrayal of Jewish characters in popular media, outside of Holocaust-based narra...
1 Apr
JTA
Modern Orthodox and traditional teen girls find their voices through egalitarian prayer
1 Apr
Modern Orthodox and traditional teen girls are increasingly finding ways to participate in prayer services while adhering to Jewish law, seeking more inclusi...
1 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
A place to call home
1 Apr
The text challenges stereotypes about the Jewish community, highlighting the pervasive need and vast challenges faced by individuals, including hidden vulner...
1 Apr
eJewishPhilanthropy
A place to call home
1 Apr
The article emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing the diverse challenges within the Jewish community, challenging stereotypes of uniform ...
1 Apr
Forward
Israeli women who spoke out about sex abuse in Gaza are being mocked online. This denial hurts survivors everywhere
30 Mar
Two Israeli women who spoke out about experiencing sexual abuse while held captive by Hamas in Gaza faced online mockery and dismissal of their claims, highl...
30 Mar
Future of Jewish
If this is what feminism has become, then I’m out.
30 Mar
The essay reflects on the intersection of feminism and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, criticizing how some feminist movements prioritize supporting Palest...
30 Mar
Forward
A daughter of a Jewish father and a German mother in search of her own identity
29 Mar
Mia Faye Kreindler, a daughter of a Jewish father and a German mother, shares her journey of grappling with her identity, particularly in relation to her mix...
29 Mar
Forward
'The most moral army in the world' is posing with Palestinian women's underwear in Gaza
29 Mar
The article discusses incidents of Israeli soldiers engaging in sexual humiliation by posing with and wearing Palestinian women's lingerie, sharing these ima...
29 Mar
Forward
The Jewish artist bringing abortion history to America’s museums
28 Mar
Carmen Winant, a Jewish artist and photographer, has created an installation at the Whitney Biennial titled "The Last Safe Abortion," consisting of 2,500 pho...
28 Mar
New Voices
Gufim: overheard in the dressing room
28 Mar
The article titled "Gufim: overheard in the dressing room" can be found on the New Voices website.
28 Mar
Lilith
Talking to KC Wagner About Ending Harassment at Work:
28 Mar
KC Wagner, director of the Equity at Work Initiative at Cornell University, has dedicated over 40 years to addressing workplace consequences of intimate part...
28 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
How October 7 exposed Irish feminists as hypocrites
28 Mar
The text discusses the author's disappointment and heartbreak over Irish feminists' failure to support Jewish victims of gender-based violence, highlighting ...
28 Mar
Tablet
For Ladies and Girls Only
28 Mar
The text discusses the author's experience visiting Judy Chicago's retrospective exhibition, "Herstory," at the New Museum in New York City, reflecting on Ch...
28 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, review: This icy kingdom certainly left me cold
27 Mar
The review of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" criticizes the film for its lack of originality and reliance on nostalgia for the franchise's earlier successes. ...
27 Mar
MomentMag
Female, Funny and Fabulous with Felicia Madison, Ellen Sugarman and Jennifer Bardi
27 Mar
Felicia Madison and Ellen Sugarman discuss their journeys as female Jewish comedians starting their careers later in life in a comedic and inspiring conversa...
27 Mar
Forward
Why was Emma Goldman arrested at the Forward in 1916? Blame a law cited by the Supreme Court Tuesday
26 Mar
Emma Goldman, a prominent Jewish anarchist, was arrested at the Forward Building in 1916 for speaking about birth control, a subject deemed illegal under the...
26 Mar
Kveller
Jewish Actress Ashley Tisdale Is Pregnant With Her Second Child
26 Mar
Jewish actress Ashley Tisdale, known for her role in High School Musical, is expecting her second child with her husband, composer Christopher French. Tisdal...
26 Mar
Moment
Female, Funny and Fabulous with Felicia Madison, Ellen Sugarman and Jennifer Bardi
26 Mar
Felicia Madison and Ellen Sugarman, both comedians, discuss their experiences entering the world of comedy after 50, incorporating their Jewish identity into...
26 Mar
Jewish Lives
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HENRIETTA SZOLD
25 Mar
Henrietta Szold (1860-1945) is celebrated for founding Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, which achieved remarkable success among Zionist...
25 Mar
Tablet
The Little Girl in the Big Black Hat
22 Mar
A woman reflects on her childhood experiences in a Hasidic Chabad sect during Purim, where she challenged gender norms by dressing as a Yoeli, a character fr...
22 Mar
Lilith
Honoring Queen Esther’s Secret Self
21 Mar
The author of the text reflects on their decision to adopt the name Hadassah instead of Esther in honor of Queen Esther's hidden self and feminist values. Th...
21 Mar
New Voices
Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar
The author reflects on their experience with fasting in Judaism, initially finding deep spiritual meaning in it but later grappling with its association with...
21 Mar
New Voices
Diet Culture Has Permeated the Holiest Spaces of Judaism
21 Mar
The author reflects on their journey with fasting in Judaism, initially finding it spiritually meaningful but later struggling with the influence of diet cul...
21 Mar
Forward
2 investigations underway following complaints of sexism at Ziegler rabbinical seminary
20 Mar
American Jewish University and its Ziegler rabbinical school are facing two investigations into sexism and misconduct allegations against Rabbi Bradley Shavi...
20 Mar
Jewish Chronicle
Review – Drive-Away Dolls: Ethan Coen takes a wrong turn with this gay road caper
20 Mar
"Drive-Away Dolls" is a film directed by Ethan Coen, known for his work on acclaimed movies with his brother Joel. The movie, set in December 1999, follows l...
20 Mar
Forward
How one wedding dress came to symbolize the strength of more than 2,000 Jewish women
19 Mar
Artist Andi Arnovitz's creation "What We Bring" is a symbolic tribute to the strength of over 2,000 impactful Jewish women. Displayed at the 6th Jerusalem Bi...
19 Mar