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Jonathan Silver and Rabbi Shlomo Brody continue their discussion on Jewish military ethics, focusing this time on the ethical considerations and historical p...

"The Piano Player of Budapest" by Roxanne de Bastion is a touching account of her grandfather Stephen, a Hungarian composer and musician known as the Piano P...

The Promised Podcast discusses the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with concerns over potential large-scale conflict and the challenges fac...

Jews have a long history in Arab countries, predating the Arab conquests. In 1948, over 870,000 Jews lived in the Middle East and North Africa, but by 1958, ...

The text discusses the role of religion on the battlefield. It likely covers topics such as the influence of faith on soldiers, the role of chaplains in the ...

Rabbi Benjamin Yablok of Teaneck, New Jersey, holds a unique collection of Jewish historical treasures in his home, ranging from Temple times to the present ...

For those seeking intellectually stimulating summer reads, OU Press suggests the following titles: "The Return to Zion" by Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik prese...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss their top recommendations for summer entertainment, from TV shows like 'The Bear' and 'Industry' to the thou...

The text discusses how certain intellectuals and academics have historically viewed working-class and rural Americans as threats to American society and demo...

The article reflects on the Jewish people's historical struggles with external conflicts and internal turmoil, drawing parallels between the Israelites' jour...

An upcoming online conference titled "Yiddish and the Holocaust: New Approaches" seeks to emphasize the importance of incorporating Yiddish language and cult...

David Shrayer-Petrov, a refusenik from the Soviet Union who found literary freedom in America, passed away at 88 after facing antisemitic persecution. Howard...

The article describes a cycling trip through Lower Silesia, Poland, with The Slow Cyclist travel company. The author, inspired by his family ties to Poland, ...

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice reflects on the significance of Juneteenth, marking the day the last slaves in the Confederacy were freed in Galve...

"The Gaon Code" by Rytis Sabas is a gripping novel intertwining Russian mobsters, Mossad agents, and an 18th-century Lithuanian rabbi known as the Vilna Gaon...

In Chapter 11 of "On Call," the narrator, a second-year resident in the ICU, expresses reluctance toward interacting with Jewish patients. Assigned to Room 2...

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, a Limmud FSU weekend festival recently brought together 200 Ukrainian Jews in the relatively safe city of Uzhhorod for Jewis...

During WWII, while the Gestapo rounded up Jews in other European countries, the Danish Jews had a different fate. In October 1943, after a tip-off from a Ger...

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Ian Gribbin, a Reform party candidate, who expressed views suggesting that Britain should have accepted Hit...

Geoffrey Levin, Assistant Professor at Emory University, discusses the overlooked history of American Jewish dissent regarding Israel in his book "Our Palest...

Aaron Zeitlin delves into his father Hillel Zeitlin's philosophical and theological perspectives on Jewish history, emphasizing the unique national identity ...

At 98 years old, Dick Van Dyke recently won a Daytime Emmy, making him the oldest recipient, sparking reflections on his iconic career, notably his lead role...

Dr. Roni Mikel-Arieli's research explores the complex dynamics of Holocaust memory in apartheid South Africa, where Jews navigated a nuanced racial status. T...

In "1974: A Personal History" by Francine Prose, the author reflects on her brief, intense relationship with antiwar activist Tony Russo in the 1970s, set ag...

Jewish studies scholars in Ukraine are showcasing resilience and dedication amidst the ongoing crises in their country, highlighting valuable lessons for the...

In his book "American Anarchy," Pulitzer Prize finalist Michael Willrich sheds light on the little-known Jewish lawyer Harry Weinberger, who championed civil...

The text is an open letter addressed to former friends who have shifted towards extreme left views in support of the Palestinian cause, leading to the writer...

The exhibit "Runaway Husbands, Desperate Families: The Story of the National Desertion Bureau," showcased at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, delves i...

"The Forbidden Daughter" by Zipora Klein Jakob is a fictionalized Holocaust biography that delves into the multi-generational impact of trauma and loss, rath...

"Freud's Last Session" is a film that portrays a fictional meeting between Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis, exploring their contrasting views on religion amidst...

Exploring the Jewish Leftist roots in Montreal, this episode delves into the impact of language, culture, and Jewish identity on labor movements, focusing pa...

The episode "Labour of Love" from the Recollections miniseries celebrates the Jewish labor movements in Montreal, focusing on the pivotal role of organizer L...

The article challenges the notion that Palestinians don't deserve peace because of past events, arguing that ignoring Palestinian history and suffering does ...

Peggy Guggenheim, renowned art collector, led a fascinating life from socialite to bohemian before solidifying her legacy in Venice. Her time in England, par...

The video explores the history of Judaism in Scandinavia from 1682 to the present day, covering topics such as early contact, Jewish immigration to Denmark a...

Claudia Sheinbaum's family history reveals a previously unknown migration trajectory during World War II. Despite her public narrative suggesting her family ...

Claudia Sheinbaum, la primera mujer presidenta de México, ha mantenido en secreto gran parte de su historia familiar judía. Investigaciones recientes sugiere...

Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female and Jewish president, has been inaccurately portraying her family's Holocaust survival story. Although she claimed h...

Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female and Jewish president, has been inaccurately portraying her family's Holocaust survival story, claiming her mother wa...

Renowned author Joan Nathan discusses her latest book "My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories," focusing on her long career bringing Jewish cooking t...

Yonit and Jonathan dissect Israel's complex geopolitical situation, including increased Hezbollah aggression and internal political shifts, with insights fro...

Israel Bak, a lesser-known figure compared to his contemporaries like Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, played a crucial role in the 19th-century printing and publishing i...

Israel Bak, a 19th-century printer and pivotal figure in Palestine's history, played a significant role in bringing printing back to the Land of Israel after...

The article discusses the importance of acknowledging both the positive and negative aspects of Jewish history without whitewashing or sugarcoating, emphasiz...

Discussing the perceived inequities and political motivations behind the use of international law and bodies like the UN against Israel, Haviv Rettig Gur arg...

The Gateway Jewish Museum in Livingstone, Zambia, provides insights into the rich Jewish history of the country, where Jews, though a small community, had si...

This video delves into four lesser-known Mossad missions, including assassinations, rescues, and ingenious strategies, showcasing the agency's relentless pur...

The text discusses the intriguing phenomenon of self-hating Jews, noting that even Jews can hold antisemitic views. It delves into the historical context of ...

In the 1940s, amid World War II, the Yiddish Scientific Institute (YIVO) in New York planned a Museum of the Homes of the Past to depict prewar Jewish life i...

The text discusses the concept of whether we are currently living in messianic times, examining various perspectives and historical examples. It delves into ...