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Singer-songwriter Aya Korem's new album, "Yours, A. Korem," features genderbent Hebrew covers of Leonard Cohen's songs, including a poignant interpretation o...

Alfred Dreyfus Samuelson, named after his grandfather rather than the famous Alfred Dreyfus wrongly accused in the Dreyfus Affair, left his business card at ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the Jewish identity and heroism embodied by Janusz Korczak, a Polish pediatrician and writer who demonstrated profound commi...

The essay discusses the intersection of antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the aftermath of a significant event, noting a distinction between traditio...

The text discusses the complexity of contemporary antisemitism, focusing on the relationship between traditional antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment. It e...

Morris Katz, a Polish Holocaust survivor and renowned Borscht Belt entertainer who was known for his unique speed-painting act, is being commemorated in a ne...

The article discusses the challenging period between Passover and Shavuot, known as the Omer, marked by not cutting hair and historical significance tied to ...

The podcast delves into the complexities of Israel's contemporary security challenges, focusing on the weight of commemorating Yom HaZikaron amid ongoing con...

Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut were observed in Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Gaza, highlighting societal tensions and a lack of clarity on future...

Ambassador Michael Oren offers insight into US-Israel diplomacy, exploring the implications of the US administration's decision to suspend weapons delivery t...

The text reflects on the current situation of Jews in Britain, drawing parallels to historical warnings about rising antisemitism. Despite acknowledging a ri...

A Jewish woman in Oakland is surprised to see the Yiddish word "doikayt" on a license plate, symbolizing the ideology of Jews thriving wherever they are, opp...

The writer's encounter with a license plate bearing the Yiddish word "doikayt" prompts a reflection on the concept originating from the Jewish Labor Bund, em...

Erica Lyons, a children's author and history enthusiast, gained unexpected recognition for putting Israel in a positive light through her books. While her wo...

The European cafe has been a hub for intellectuals and revolutionaries since the 17th century, with a strong historical tie between Jews and cafe culture hig...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the U.S. decision to pause a bomb shipment to Israel, examining its implications for Israel's military and psy...

The article highlights the rich Jewish heritage and history present in Lithuania, particularly in Vilnius and Kaunas. In Vilnius, a new museum showcases the ...

President Biden's recent decision to block some weapons shipments to Israel is not unprecedented, as five of his predecessors had also withheld arms from Isr...

In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a commencement oration in Hebrew at St. Paul's Church in Manhattan, und...

In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a significant Hebrew commencement oration at St. Paul's Church in Manha...

In 1964, the U.S. sought to combat Communism by making a significant impact at the Venice Biennale, the prestigious art exhibition. Led by Alan Solomon and L...

In 1978, Barbra Streisand sang Hatikvah to former Prime Minister Golda Meir during an Independence Day event, with the two women sharing a video conversation...

Chiune Sugihara, a Japanese diplomat, defied orders from Tokyo in 1940 by issuing over 2,000 visas to Lithuanian Jews fleeing the Nazis, including the writer...

Zev Eleff elucidates the historical roots and ideological developments of Jewish denominations in America, arguing that they should be understood as movement...

The Maalot Massacre that took place 50 years ago continues to haunt communities in Tzfat and Maalot, with various memorials and places bearing witness to the...

The text discusses the close relationship between the author and his cousin Bernie, who recently celebrated his 102nd birthday. Bernie, a WWII veteran and fo...

Despite facing current challenges such as ongoing wars, global animosity towards Israel, and hostages still in captivity, the significance of celebrating Yom...

On Yom Haatzmaut, the celebration of Israeli Independence Day, a Religious Zionist columnist reflects on his traditional beliefs and the challenges facing Is...

The text discusses the juxtaposition of celebrating Israel Independence Day with the ongoing battle against Hamas and the historic and contemporary struggles...

The episode discusses the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, focusing on the political landscape in Israel and the influence of exter...

Bevis Marks Synagogue, established in East London by Dutch Sephardi Jews after their return to Britain, is a cornerstone of Anglo-Jewish history and a testam...

This YouTube video provides a historical background to the Israel-Gaza conflict as part of a webinar series by Project Witness.

Toronto veterans of the Yom Kippur War reflect on their wartime experiences, emphasizing the lasting psychological impact of combat. They draw parallels to t...

IDF veterans Yoram Shalmon and Henry Balaban reflect on their experiences during the Yom Kippur War and the current war in Israel on Yom ha-Zikaron. They dis...

Future of Jewish is a digital publication with a mission to provide insight and education about Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world. Started in October, th...

The open letter urges Jewish people to be courageous like the Maccabees and fight against enemies, arguing that Palestinians have no legal claim to Israel an...

AJC CEO Ted Deutch discusses Jewish American Heritage Month and the diverse contributions of Jewish American heroes throughout history, while addressing the ...

An exchange in the anarchist newspaper "Di fraye arbeter shtime" following the 1929 Hebron massacre delves into Jewish discourse and political reactions. An ...

The text discusses the need for Jews to be aware of rising antisemitism and to consider historical precedents beyond the Holocaust, including periods like th...

Herod the Great, a king known for his brutal actions and non-spiritual reputation, is the figure behind the construction of the Western Wall in Jerusalem, wh...

Columbias Hamilton Hall has been at the center of student protests multiple times, notably in 1968 and slated for 2024. During the 1968 takeover against the ...

A discussion with Glenn Frankel, Robert Siegel, Susan Rubin Suleiman, and Amy E. Schwartz about the history of student protests and occupations at Columbia's...

Saul Steinberg, a Romanian architecture student and cartoonist, found himself interned in Villa Tonelli, Italy during the early 1940s under fascist rule, fac...

Aziz Rana discusses revisiting the anti-imperialism of the 1960s and 70s amidst the resurgence of left internationalism. He challenges the idea that the radi...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, shared in a deposition that a brain worm caused his memory loss, likely from a pork tapeworm, possibly a consequenc...

Rickwood Field, the oldest professional baseball field in the U.S., will host a Major League Baseball game to commemorate its history with the Negro leagues ...

Rickwood Field, the oldest standing professional baseball park in the USA, will host a historic MLB game commemorating Juneteenth in 2024, featuring a deep d...

This documentary tribute, "Made In England," sheds light on the often overlooked fact that one half of the renowned British filmmaking duo Powell and Pressbu...

Aviva Kempner's latest documentary, "A Pocketful of Miracles: A Tale of Two Siblings," delves into the stories of her mother, Helen, and uncle, David, who su...

Bruce Brill shares his experiences as an NSA analyst during the Yom Kippur War, revealing how miscommunication and potential anti-Semitism within intelligenc...