Forward
Young hostage's bubbe has schnitzel waiting for him in the freezer
24 May
Zili Wenkert, an 83-year-old Holocaust survivor in Gedera, Israel, has been deeply distressed since her grandson, Omer Wenkert, was abducted by Hamas in Octo...
24 May
Tablet
Who Were the Students of the Great Lithuanian Yeshivas?
24 May
Before the First World War, students from Western countries rarely attended Lithuanian yeshivas due to political unrest in the region. However, after the war...
24 May
JTA
Israel’s Jewish humor show offers a serious message for a dark time: We will survive
23 May
"The Jews Are Coming," a popular sketch comedy show in Israel, known for its irreverent humor about Jewish history, took a serious turn in response to the cu...
23 May
Kveller
This Israeli Sketch Really Gets at Post-October 7 Intergenerational Trauma
23 May
The Israeli comedy show "The Jews Are Coming" aired a sketch addressing intergenerational Jewish trauma following a recent tragic event on October 7. The emo...
23 May
JTA
In Egypt, a piece of Jewish pottery suggests a woman’s role that was stolen from history
23 May
A fragment of Jewish pottery found in Egypt sheds light on a woman's role in ancient Jewish history that has been overlooked. The inscription on the pottery,...
23 May
Promised Podcast
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The “Passing Judgments” Edition
23 May
In this episode, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss the pressures and ultimatums from Israeli politicians Gantz and Gallant on Prim...
23 May
Moment
From the Newsletter | Is the GOP’s Grilling of College Presidents Tantamount to McCarthyism?
23 May
The Republican-dominated House Committee on Education and the Workforce has been conducting hearings on campus antisemitism, with college presidents like tho...
23 May
Israel Policy Pod
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Inside Palestinian Politics and the Day After
23 May
This episode explores the personal journey of Samer Sinijlawi, a Palestinian activist who transitioned from resistance to peace advocacy, emphasizing the ess...
23 May
eJewishPhilanthropy
Creating Jewish memory
23 May
David Bryfman, CEO of the Jewish Education Project, emphasizes the importance of creating Jewish memory amidst current historic moments, such as Oct. 7 and s...
23 May
Jewish Chronicle
Letters to the editor 15 March 2024
23 May
The letters to the editor cover various topics of concern within the Jewish community. David Freeman questions Lord Finkelstein's positive view of Britain fo...
23 May
Jewish Chronicle
A boy – now 93 – tells his story of incredible survival hiding from the Nazis in the forest
23 May
Maxwell Smart, a 93-year-old Holocaust survivor, recounts his harrowing experience of hiding from the Nazis in the forest for a year as a young boy in a new ...
23 May
Future of Jewish
Will you support our mission please?
22 May
Future of Jewish, a digital publication, is on a mission to enhance understanding of Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world by offering free access to content...
22 May
Forward
Every time Donald Trump has invoked Hitler and the Nazis
22 May
Former President Donald Trump has been linked to Hitler and the Nazis through various incidents and statements since his 2016 campaign. Instances include sha...
22 May
Hadassah
New Jewish Books to Kvell About
22 May
The article highlights several new Jewish books worth celebrating. "Lolita at Leonards of Great Neck and Other Stories" by Shira Dicker presents bold Jewish ...
22 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
How is it Possible? Food for Thought
22 May
The text delves into the perplexing question of how seemingly normal individuals in 1930s Germany could accept and even enjoy life amid the genocide of Jews ...
22 May
Jewish Chronicle
America’s favourite bagel has arrived – here’s the lowdown
22 May
The arrival of New York-style bagels in the UK has introduced the popular "everything bagel," a plain white bagel coated in a mix of sesame, poppy seed, onio...
22 May
Unpacked
Does the Rothschild Family Control the World? | Unpacked
22 May
The YouTube video delves into the history of the Rothschild family, tracing their banking empire from the Frankfurt ghettos to global prominence, while addre...
22 May
Future of Jewish
I admit: A tragedy is unfolding in Gaza.
22 May
The discussion in "A Tragedy is Unfolding in Gaza" acknowledges the destruction and suffering in Gaza resulting from Israeli responses to terror attacks. Des...
22 May
Jewish Chronicle
Guernsey: Island of adventure
22 May
Guernsey, a picturesque island off the coast of Normandy, entices visitors with its beautiful coastline, wildlife, and relaxed atmosphere. Despite its natura...
22 May
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN’s Honourable Menschen: Remembering the politically embattled Patti Starr, referee Harry Davis and other late influential Canadian Jews
22 May
Ellin Bessner from The CJN Daily honors the lives of influential Canadian Jews such as Patricia "Patti" Starr, Rabbi Dovid Schochet, and Lita-Rose Betcherman...
22 May
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN’s Honourable Menschen: Remembering the politically embattled Patti Starr, referee Harry Davis and other late influential Canadian Jews
22 May
The episode honors influential Canadian Jews who have recently passed away, highlighting their significant contributions across various fields. Figures discu...
22 May
Ami
RebuidIng the Shul of Reb Shayale Kerestirer // A conversation with his descendant, Reb Mendel Rubin
22 May
Reb Mendel Rubin discusses the rich history of his family's connection to Reb Shayale of Kerestir, a revered figure whose descendants are known as Reb Shayal...
22 May
Tablet
Replaying the Survival Game
22 May
"Replay: Past and Present" discusses Jordan Mechner's works, focusing on his 1997 game The Last Express featuring a Jewish character, Anna, and his graphic m...
22 May
Between The Lines
Counting On Each Other
21 May
During the period between Passover and Shavuot known as The Omer, marked by counting 49 days, parallels are drawn between historical tragedies and current ev...
21 May
Mishpacha
Pressing the Button
21 May
The article discusses the need for a "reset" in American Jewish life, highlighting the importance of honest conversations and self-assessment to adapt to cha...
21 May
Mishpacha
Light the Fire in Your Heart
21 May
In this text, the focus is on the story of the Karliner Rebbe, Rav Avraham Elimelech Perlow, who, in May 1939, visited Israel to pray for mercy amidst the im...
21 May
Future of Jewish
The Palestinians do not want your two-state solution.
21 May
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is complex, rooted in historical, ideological, and geopolitical factors. The conflict is not just about land but involves na...
21 May
Tablet
What Is an Editor?
21 May
An editor, as described by Joan Didion and Robert Gottlieb, plays a crucial yet ambiguous role in helping writers shape their ideas and achieve their goals. ...
21 May
Hadassah
How Well Do You Know Israeli History?
20 May
The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history. It clarifies that the term "Palestine" originated from the Romans Latini...
20 May
Hadassah
A Sojourn in Jewish Provence
20 May
Provence, a region known for its summer heat and picturesque landscapes, was once a vibrant center of French Jewish life, particularly during the period when...
20 May
Forward
Claire Messud did not realize she was writing such a prescient novel
20 May
Claire Messud's latest novel, "This Strange Eventful History," delves into a fictionalized account of her family's diaspora from Algeria to various corners o...
20 May
Tel Aviv Review
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Walk the Walk: What Do Germans Mean by ‘Never Again’?
20 May
Dr. Andrew Port explores the complexities of Germany's post-Holocaust identity concerning genocide, drawing on German reactions to genocides in Cambodia, Rwa...
20 May
Forward
France would like to believe that an antisemitic arson attack was an aberration — history says otherwise
20 May
The recent antisemitic arson attack at a synagogue in Rouen, France, carried out by an Algerian citizen, has reignited concerns about rising antisemitism in ...
20 May
Tablet
The Orthodox Church’s Northern Exposure
20 May
The Orthodox Church's presence in Alaska, with its mixture of Greek, English, and Slavonic languages, celebrates the Orthodox Christian feast of Pascha in a ...
20 May
Jewish Chronicle
The ‘Little Miss Chasid’ who revolutionised women’s education
19 May
Sarah Schenirer, a significant figure in Jewish education, founded the Bais Yaakov network in Poland over a century ago, providing Orthodox Jewish girls with...
19 May
Future of Jewish
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18 May
Future of Jewish, a digital publication, aims to educate and inspire individuals about Judaism, Israel, and the Jewish world, offering free access to all. Th...
18 May
Moment
Jimmy Carter’s Forgotten Presidency and His Jewish Advocacy Zoominar
18 May
Moment Magazine hosted a Zoominar discussing Jimmy Carter's presidency and his advocacy for the Jewish community, shedding light on aspects of his administra...
18 May
Kveller
17 Jewish Regency Romance Novels to Read if You Love ‘Bridgerton’
17 May
The article discusses 17 Jewish Regency romance novels that could be appealing to fans of Bridgerton. While Bridgerton lacks Jewish representation, these nov...
17 May
Hadassah
When Women Couldn’t Eat at the Plaza
17 May
In the late 1960s, a pivotal moment in the women's rights movement took place at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan when women were barred from dining at the Oak R...
17 May
JTA
LA’s Academy Museum initially excluded Hollywood’s Jewish origins. A new exhibit on Jewish film pioneers fixes that.
17 May
The Academy Museum in Los Angeles has launched a new permanent exhibit, "Hollywoodland: Jewish Founders and the Making of a Movie Capital," which highlights ...
17 May
Jewish Chronicle
The disaster that nearly lost the war
17 May
Two books, "Sky Warriors" by Saul David and "The Traitor of Arnhem" by Robert Verkaik, explore the failed Operation Market Garden during World War II, where ...
17 May
Jewish Chronicle
Etgar Quiz no 269
17 May
This text presents a quiz with questions related to Israel, Jewish history, and culture. It asks about geographical facts, such as the mountain reaching the ...
17 May
JTA
Nearly 4,000 Jews died at Jungfernhof, a Nazi camp in Latvia. This artist is fighting for a memorial to them.
17 May
Karen Frostig, an artist and descendant of Holocaust victims from the Jungfernhof camp in Latvia, has been on a mission to establish a memorial for the nearl...
17 May
Sam Aronow
WWI Part II: Corrections, Questions, and Omissions
17 May
This YouTube video delves into corrections, questions, and omissions related to World War I, including discussions on internalized crypto-Judaism, notable hi...
17 May
Moment
Jack Ruby: The Many Faces of Oswald’s Assasin
17 May
Jack Ruby, known for fatally shooting Lee Harvey Oswald on live television following the Kennedy assassination, holds a complex legacy. A new book by Danny F...
17 May
Tikvah
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Asael Abelman on the History of “Hatikvah”
17 May
This conversation with historian Asael Abelman delves into the origins and enduring significance of Israel's national anthem, 'Hatikvah,' exploring its poeti...
17 May
Tablet
Don’t Cry for Me
17 May
Onions have played a significant role in human history and remain a versatile and widely used vegetable today. Ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and J...
17 May
Kveller
These Hebrew Genderbent Leonard Cohen Covers Are So Beautiful
16 May
Singer-songwriter Aya Korem's new album, "Yours, A. Korem," features genderbent Hebrew covers of Leonard Cohen's songs, including a poignant interpretation o...
16 May
Forward
He's named after his grandfather Alfred Dreyfus (not that one)
16 May
Alfred Dreyfus Samuelson, named after his grandfather rather than the famous Alfred Dreyfus wrongly accused in the Dreyfus Affair, left his business card at ...
16 May
Jewish History Uncensored
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#190 - Korczak, Heroism & Kiddush Hashem
16 May
Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the Jewish identity and heroism embodied by Janusz Korczak, a Polish pediatrician and writer who demonstrated profound commi...
16 May