Jewish Chronicle
Eden primary headteacher reveals why she is 'calling it a day'
23 Jul 2023
After leading Eden Primary for 12 years, headteacher Jo Sassienie is retiring due to changes in national education, including the push for multi-academy trus...
23 Jul 2023
Forward
A South Carolina school district removed ‘The Fixer,’ a classic novel about antisemitism with its own history of school controversies
19 Jul 2023
In South Carolina, a parent affiliated with Moms for Liberty, a conservative group, sought to remove nearly 100 books from local school shelves, including Be...
19 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
King David High Manchester out of special measures
18 Jul 2023
King David High School Manchester, with 783 students, has improved from being classified as inadequate to good in three out of four areas, although behavior ...
18 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
JCoSS will not be resting on its laurels, says new head
16 Jul 2023
Melanie Lee, the head of JCoSS, a pluralist Jewish secondary school known for fostering mensches, is determined to uphold high standards despite the school's...
16 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Ofsted: 'All Jewish schools can achieve a good ranking'
16 Jul 2023
Ofsted believes that all Jewish schools have the potential to achieve a good rating, emphasizing the importance of striking a balance between respecting fait...
16 Jul 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Is It Morning in Biden's America?
13 Jul 2023
In a recent podcast, the discussion revolves around the decrease in disinformation, cautioning against assuming it will necessarily benefit Joe Biden. The co...
13 Jul 2023
Tablet
How False History Is Used to Justify Discrimination Against Asian Americans
12 Jul 2023
The text discusses how false historical narratives have been used to justify discrimination against Asian Americans, particularly in the context of affirmati...
12 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Clore Tikva graded outstanding for Jewish studies
10 Jul 2023
Clore Tikva, a primary school in Redbridge, received an outstanding rating for its Jewish studies program, surpassing its previous inspection. The school, wi...
10 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Ort UK expands Jump job-mentoring scheme
7 Jul 2023
Ort UK has expanded its successful Jump mentoring program to help teenagers prepare for the workforce. The program, which started in 2009 with a few students...
7 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Maths mavens take Etz Chaim to Oxford
7 Jul 2023
Etz Chaim's students excelled in a national maths contest, making it to the finals at Oxford University after competing against over 300 schools. The team co...
7 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
LSJS rated good by Ofsted - but loses outstanding rank
7 Jul 2023
The London School of Jewish Studies (LSJS) had its Ofsted ranking for teacher-training courses downgraded from outstanding to good in its recent inspection a...
7 Jul 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Notes on Camp
6 Jul 2023
Jewish summer camp culture, explored in Sandra Fox's book "The Jews of Summer," has historically encouraged romantic relationships among teens to foster Jewi...
6 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Hebrew hotshots excel in spelling challenge
6 Jul 2023
David Jacobs from Nancy Reuben Primary and Kerem's Hannah Mantzur emerged as champions in the non-Ivrit speakers and Ivrit speakers categories, respectively,...
6 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Financial worries at JFS ease after more than £1m raised in fundraiser
4 Jul 2023
JFS successfully raised over 1,000,000 in a short period through a fundraising campaign involving 3,500 donors, preventing the school from facing a financial...
4 Jul 2023
Jewish Chronicle
Chasidic school increases time for secular studies to comply with Ofsted demands
3 Jul 2023
Beis Aharon, a Chasidic school in Stamford Hill, has improved its compliance with independent school standards set by Ofsted by increasing the time dedicated...
3 Jul 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The End of Affirmative Action
3 Jul 2023
Adam White discusses a significant Supreme Court decision that marks the end of using race as a factor in higher-education admissions.
3 Jul 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#145 - AI - Understanding the Depth of the Challenge
2 Jul 2023
In this episode, the discussion delves into the profound impact of AI advancements and their resemblance to kishuf (sorcery) in Jewish tradition. The focus i...
2 Jul 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Commentary on Commentary!
30 Jun 2023
The text is a comment left on a platform, praising a podcast episode titled "Commentary on Commentary" for entrepreneurs, mentioning discussions ranging from...
30 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Up the Down Podcast
29 Jun 2023
In the "Up the Down Podcast," the hosts discuss listener questions, including one from a husband concerned about his wife leaving her teaching profession. Th...
29 Jun 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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Sarah Schenirer: A Revolutionary Traditionalist
29 Jun 2023
Sarah Schenirer, a notable figure from Krakow, Poland, reshaped female Jewish education a century ago by establishing the Beis Yaakov school system, blending...
29 Jun 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The owners of this Zionist hub in Toronto are facing lawsuits and criticism over its ‘disgusting’ state of disrepair
26 Jun 2023
The Toronto building at 788 Marlee Ave., historically housing Zionist organizations and Jewish charities, is facing lawsuits and criticism due to severe disr...
26 Jun 2023
Jewish History Nerds
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The Abduction of Edgardo Mortara
22 Jun 2023
In this podcast episode hosted by Jonathan Schwab and Yael Steiner, the story of Edgardo Mortara is explored. Edgardo, a young Jewish boy, was taken from his...
22 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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The Explorer's Dilemma
21 Jun 2023
In a podcast episode, James B. Meigs discusses the disappearance of a submersible during a Titanic viewing expedition, exploring our fascination with this ev...
21 Jun 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Yad Vashem chair Dani Dayan has high praise for Canada’s Holocaust education efforts—and harsh criticism for Ukraine, Poland and Russia
20 Jun 2023
Dani Dayan, chair of Yad Vashem, visited Canada to honor the outgoing chair of the Canadian Society for Yad Vashem and attend the opening of a new Holocaust ...
20 Jun 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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Arabs, Israelis or Palestinians?
19 Jun 2023
The Arab community in Israel faces challenges under the current right-wing government and its judicial overhaul plan, sparking uncertainty in the fragile rel...
19 Jun 2023
Call Me Back
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SELECTS: The American College Crack-Up - with Niall Ferguson
19 Jun 2023
Niall Ferguson discusses the challenges facing American universities, arguing that they have become places of limited intellectual freedom due to a prevailin...
19 Jun 2023
Tablet
Fathers and Teachers
16 Jun 2023
In this narrative, the writer reflects on various influential figures from his childhood in Miami, including mentors and teachers who left lasting impression...
16 Jun 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Pride & Prejudice
15 Jun 2023
Parents at Bialik Hebrew Day School in Toronto expressed opposition to the school's inclusion of gender-identity topics in the curriculum, citing concerns ab...
15 Jun 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#143 - Understanding Reaction to AI & ChatGPT
15 Jun 2023
In this podcast episode, the discussion revolves around the new AI innovation called Chat GPT, exploring why some people feel threatened by its development a...
15 Jun 2023
Unorthodox
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Bubble Trouble: Ep. 367
15 Jun 2023
Comedian Alex Edelman, featured as the Jew of the Week on Unorthodox, discusses his solo show "Just for Us" heading to Broadway and the importance of moving ...
15 Jun 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The chilling new Toronto Holocaust museum is ready for a post-survivor world
12 Jun 2023
The new Toronto Holocaust Museum, which cost $30 million, opened on June 9 with Holocaust survivors present, including Nate Leipciger, who dedicated the muse...
12 Jun 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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War of the words: The CJN Daily goes inside Toronto’s Jewish day school debate tournament
8 Jun 2023
The annual Jewish Day School Debate Tournament in Toronto recently took place after a hiatus due to the pandemic, involving students from various schools lik...
8 Jun 2023
Tablet
The Last Holdouts of American Meritocracy
7 Jun 2023
The text discusses the debate surrounding the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) in New York City, which is seen as a symbol of American meritoc...
7 Jun 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Debt, Homework, and Christie
31 May 2023
The podcast discusses the political implications of the debt limit deal, explores the potential impact of Chat GPT on traditional homework practices, and ana...
31 May 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Where heaven meets Earth: Vancouver’s Jewish community now grows fresh fruit and veggies on the rooftop
31 May 2023
The Vancouver Jewish Community Garden, inaugurated after Shavuot, serves as a unique $200,000 initiative located on a rooftop in Vancouver, fostering communi...
31 May 2023
Call Me Back
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Optimism, AI (and the end of homework!) - with Tyler Cowen
30 May 2023
In this episode, economist Tyler Cowen discusses his optimistic outlook on the future, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), which he belie...
30 May 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Is Scott Great?
23 May 2023
The podcast discusses Tim Scott entering the presidential race and strategies for improving his position, alongside progress in debt ceiling talks.
23 May 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Ham Sandwich Topped with Shrimp on Lard Bread
18 May 2023
The podcast episode reflects on the tragic suicide of Herschel Siegel, a gay Orthodox man from Atlanta who struggled with mental health issues and acceptance...
18 May 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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A new faculty network has formed to help protect Jewish professors from campus antisemitism
16 May 2023
The Network of Engaged Canadian Academics (NECA) has been established to support Jewish professors facing antisemitism on university campuses, with founders ...
16 May 2023
Tablet
The Woke University’s Servant Class
12 May 2023
This article highlights the plight of adjunct faculty, who constitute over 70% of university faculty yet are significantly underpaid and lack job security. D...
12 May 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Live from Shaar Hashomayim: What's the secret to Chabad's success?
11 May 2023
The Bonjour Chai team recently hosted a live podcast at Shaar Hashomayim in Montreal to explore the secrets behind the success of Chabad. Rabbi Shmuly Weiss,...
11 May 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#137 - R Elimelech’s Tzetil
4 May 2023
This episode delves into the teachings of R Elimelech's renowned Tzetil Katan, exploring how these lessons can be practically understood and applied in our l...
4 May 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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The Commodification of Citizenship
24 Apr 2023
Dr. Yossi Harpaz from Tel Aviv University explores the changing dynamics of citizenship in his book "Citizenship 2.0." He delves into how citizenship is bein...
24 Apr 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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Emotional Zionists
3 Apr 2023
Professor Derek Penslar of Harvard University is working on a new book titled "Zionism: An Emotional State," which explores the history of Jewish nationalism...
3 Apr 2023
Bonjour Chai
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The Second Annual Great Canadian Seder
2 Apr 2023
The Second Annual Great Canadian Seder brings together a diverse group including politicians, cantors, comics, and more for a virtual event filled with stori...
2 Apr 2023
Jewish History Uncensored
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#133 - Relating to & Understanding Lessons of The Exodus
28 Mar 2023
In this podcast episode, the focus is on understanding and relating to the lessons of The Exodus. The episode explores why people find it challenging to conn...
28 Mar 2023
Tel Aviv Review
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From the Sea They Came: Migration, Humanity and International Law
20 Mar 2023
Itamar Mann, a Professor of Law at the University of Haifa, is known for his expertise in international law and legal theory. In his book "Humanity at Sea: M...
20 Mar 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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Jewish populations are growing in every major Canadian city—except Toronto
20 Mar 2023
Demographer Charles Shahar analyzed 2021 Canadian census data and found that Jewish populations are increasing in cities across Canada except for Toronto, wh...
20 Mar 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Drones, DeSantis, and DEI
15 Mar 2023
The podcast delves into the geopolitical implications of Russia's actions towards an American drone, examining the potential insights into Ron DeSantis' fore...
15 Mar 2023
Bonjour Chai
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Do we still need to celebrate Jewish excellence?
9 Mar 2023
Rabbi Chaim Strauchler, in an article for Tradition, discusses the fading trend of celebrating Jewish excellence through books like "Great Jews in Sports" or...
9 Mar 2023