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The article discusses the often-overlooked preemptive airstrike Iran conducted on Iraq's nuclear facilities in 1980, soon after Iraq invaded Iran. This milit...

The episode delves into the evolving strategic partnership between Israel and India, marked by a shift from historical hostility to cooperation, particularly...

The biography "The Most American King" highlights King Abdullah II's twenty-five-year reign in Jordan and his ability to cultivate strong relationships with ...

Reviving the nostalgic allure of the Borscht Belt, a Brooklyn rooftop party titled "Catskills, BK: Dirtier Dancing" invites attendees to experience a 1960s-s...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the challenges of interpreting the prophetic messages of the Neviim Achronim, especially the Book of Yeshaya (Isaiah), discu...

Joseph Papp, the legendary theatrical producer known for founding the Public Theater and Shakespeare in the Park, is being honored in a concert named "Rememb...

Seventy years ago, two popular novels, "Marjorie Morningstar" by Herman Wouk and "Auntie Mame" by Patrick Dennis, captured the evolving depiction of Jews in ...

Lawrence Rubin, a significant Jewish civic engineer instrumental in the construction of Michigan's Mackinac Bridge, was finally laid to rest 15 years after h...

Ethan Marcus explores the influential yet underrecognized contributions of Sephardic rabbis, Rabbi Dr. Nissim J. Ovadia and Rabbi Dr. Isaac Alcalay, to Ameri...

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Moment magazine takes a nostalgic journey back to its origins in 1975, reflecting on its founders, including Leonard Fein ...

The Bukharian Jews, a distinctive Jewish community, survived in isolation for over 2,000 years in Central Asia, particularly in areas like Uzbekistan. Despit...

The Jewish world population has reached nearly 15 million, showing an increase from the 12.5 million recorded in 2010. This growth follows a long period of d...

Mary F. Holley reflects on the heroism of the Danish during the Holocaust, who collectively resisted Nazi attempts to deport the Jewish population, saving ne...

New York City mayors have traditionally visited Israel, a practice initiated by William O'Dwyer in 1951 to strengthen ties with the Jewish community and Isra...

In a provocative comparison, Robert Zaretsky contrasts the motivations and historical contexts behind military parades in the United States and France. He br...

Recent acts of antisemitic violence in the U.S., including the murders in Washington, D.C. and an attack in Boulder, Colorado, highlight the persistent threa...

Barbra Streisand is a trailblazing figure in both Hollywood and the broader cultural landscape, having redefined Jewish representation in the entertainment i...

Cindy Scarr explores the concept of 'kivui,' or hope in Hashem, as a profound spiritual tool used by Jews during challenging times. Drawing on the teachings ...

This comprehensive article explains the significance of the Temple Mount and surrounding holy sites to both Jews and Muslims, while also debunking common mis...

The Pew Research Center has revised its estimate of the American Jewish population, now suggesting there are 5.7 million Jews, down from a previously reporte...

Robert Zaretsky draws a provocative historical parallel between the Reichstag fire of 1933 and recent events in Los Angeles, where protests over immigration ...

Prof. Jonathan Dekel-Chen explores the complex history of Jews in 20th-century Russia, highlighting their evolution from marginalized subjects to significant...

Emily Kaplan recounts the romantic journey of her grandparents, Harry and Lil, whose love story blossomed in 1930s New Haven amidst the backdrop of their imm...

Donald Trump's returning presidency has initiated a controversial push to consolidate executive power by asserting the right to fire government employees, in...

Rabbi Wolbe delves into the foundational elements of Oral Torah, discussing its unique coexistence with the Written Torah as mandated by divine perfection an...

Terrence Petty reflects on historical comparisons between Adolf Hitler and previous infamous figures like Robespierre, Boulanger, and Napoleon III, as well a...

This weekly summary brings attention to key Jewish issues and topics of note, including intriguing references such as the ocean blue and an individual named ...

The article discusses the problematic use of 'blood libel,' an antisemitic myth originating in medieval Europe, by Israeli politicians to describe criticisms...

Hadassah, founded in 1912, continues its mission of healing and promoting peace through medicine in Israel, despite facing numerous historical challenges. Th...

During the First Crusade in 1099, as Christian Crusaders aimed to claim Jerusalem, Jewish and Muslim communities found themselves in an unusual alliance agai...

Historian Jeffrey Herf discusses the troubling rise in violent antisemitism in the United States, linking recent incidents to the spread of extremist ideolog...

Valery Panov, a renowned Russian Jewish dancer who passed away at 87, epitomized resilience in the face of Soviet-era antisemitism. Born in Vitebsk, he navig...

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet have recovered the bodies of Gadi and Judith Weinstein Haggai, a couple with dual American-Israeli citizenship,...

In a disturbing display of power, former U.S. President Donald Trump is emulating Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele by using dramatic depictions of deportati...

Nik Jakobs, a Jewish farmer from Illinois, is on a remarkable mission to revive Jewish community life by salvaging a century-old synagogue in Pennsylvania. A...

Nathan Raab, president of the Raab Collection, specializes in unearthing and selling historical documents previously forgotten or underappreciated. The artic...

Lucy Tabrizi addresses four pervasive misconceptions in anti-Israel rhetoric, often propagated in online discussions. The essay critically examines these cla...

Daniel Kehlmann's novel "The Director" explores themes of complicity and totalitarianism, drawing on his family's history under Nazi rule in Austria. The sto...

The Jewish community of Nagasaki, Japan, represents a fascinating yet small chapter in Jewish diaspora history. Despite Japan's relatively limited interactio...

Daniel Greenfield's essay delves into the historical resilience and strength of Israel, underscoring the pivotal moments that have shaped the Jewish state's ...

Poland's presidential election pits Rafał Trzaskowski, a liberal-centrist, against Karol Nawrocki, a right-wing historian promoting a nationalist view of Pol...

Alfred Dreyfus, the Jewish French army captain falsely accused of treason in the infamous Dreyfus Affair of the 1890s, is set to receive a posthumous promoti...

During the Jazz Age, from 1918 to 1929, Jewish Americans played a pivotal role in cultural developments and dealt with significant societal challenges. In th...

The article explores Clement Attlee's tenure as British Prime Minister post-World War II, focusing on his controversial decision to sell advanced Rolls-Royce...

Marty Ross-Dolan's memoir "Always There, Always Gone" delves into the lingering impact of a tragic family history, centered around the love and loss experien...

The article explores the concept of 'America's Civil Religion' and its intersection with the First Amendment, emphasizing that the Founding Fathers intention...

Arie W. Kruglanski and Dan Raviv, in their book "The Quest for Significance," delve into the universal human drive to lead a meaningful life, feeling respect...

Exploring the multifaceted holiday of Shavuot, the podcast delves into its historical, agricultural, religious, and cultural aspects, tracing its evolution f...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Book of Melachim, which he describes as 'The Book of Olam HaZeh,' exploring its themes of potential, expectations, an...

Michael Lind's article explores the expansion of executive power in the United States, highlighting the controversial practices of recent presidents like Bar...