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The phenomenon of Jewish parents in early 20th-century America favoring certain "upper-crust" British surnames like Irving for their sons is explored in dept...

Margherita Sarfatti, a Venetian Jew and Benito Mussolini's lover, significantly influenced the visual language of Italian Fascism through her advocacy for Fu...

Rabbi Mayer Moskowitz provided a unique perspective on Jewish life in pre-war Czernowitz, highlighting its vibrant Hasidic community alongside its renowned s...

The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research has launched a commemorative coffee table book titled "100 Objects: From the Collections of the YIVO Institute for Jew...

The video explores the timeline of the Biblical Patriarchs, including Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, comparing their lifespans as described in the Torah with sec...

In December 1906, Jewish parents in New York City protested against the mandatory participation of their children in school Christmas activities, marking a s...

Sheri Oz argues that the narrative of Palestinian indigeneity and displacement by Jewish settlers is historically inaccurate, asserting Jewish indigeneity in...

"Traces of Home," a documentary by Colette Ghunim, explores the inherited trauma of displacement experienced by her parents: her father, Hosni, was expelled ...

PJ Grisar reflects on the historical and cultural perceptions of the swastika after encountering one on the floor of a rented mansion, originally inlaid in 1...

In a fascinating travelogue, Joyce Eisenberg recounts her journey through Uzbekistan, Georgia, and Armenia, regions steeped in Jewish history and culture. Mo...

Nick Buckley argues that the Nazi Party, formally known as the National Socialist German Workers Party, should indeed be considered socialist due to their ec...

The article examines historical instances where Jews, like many others, failed to recognize imminent threats, drawing parallels with broader human tendencies...

The article reflects on the portrayal of Army psychiatrist Douglas Kelley in the film 'Nuremberg,' suggesting that the film overlooks the significant contrib...

We Met at Grossingers, a documentary by Paula Eiselt, delves into the history of Grossinger's resort in the Catskills, exploring its pivotal role in Jewish A...

Several prominent Holocaust survivors, representing the dwindling number of eyewitness voices to the atrocities, have recently passed away, marking the end o...

The mikvah, a Jewish ritual bath symbolizing spiritual cleansing, is experiencing a resurgence in interest with its modern-day charm being embraced by a new ...

An analysis of Adolf Hitler's DNA reveals that he had no Jewish ancestry, countering long-standing claims to the contrary. The groundbreaking study, highligh...

This video seeks to address and debunk prevalent myths related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It challenges common narratives, such as the depiction of...

The video discusses the ancient Jewish practice of secondary burial, known as likut atsamot, highlighting the cultural and religious significance of ossuarie...

Author Leo Pearlman warns that antisemitism is resurging in modern Europe, drawing parallels with the events of Nazi Germany's Kristallnacht. Pearlman recoun...

Jewish philanthropy has shifted significantly over the past several decades, moving from a model of broad, socially pressured giving to one that emphasizes l...

Facing a shift in the American Jewish experience, the concept of establishing a Jewish Sovereign Wealth Fund is being proposed amid the backdrop of declining...

Sender Jarmulowsky, a Jewish immigrant banker on New York's Lower East Side, transformed American finance for immigrants in the early 20th century through in...

The article critically examines Milton Friedman's views on capitalism and its relationship with Judaism, highlighting Friedman's misunderstanding of Jewish a...

David Samuels' article delves into Adolf Hitler's formative years in Vienna, challenging the Nazi leader's own portrayal in his infamous autobiography, "Mein...

The funeral of Harris Cohn in 1915 at the Beth Joseph Synagogue in Tupper Lake, New York, serves as a poignant example of interfaith unity between Jews and C...

Nestled in the dusty expanse of New Mexico, Roswell is infamous for the 1947 UFO incident, a saga sustained by the efforts of Jewish nuclear physicist Stanto...

The Vatican is investigating a Swiss Guard accused of making an antisemitic gesture towards two Jewish women attending a conference marking the 60th annivers...

The video delves into the historical and religious significance of the Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hebron, as described in the Torah, where Sarah, the matriarc...

Tsirk Dobranotch, Germany's first Yiddish circus company, blends klezmer music and circus artistry to revive the rich, if nearly forgotten, heritage of Jewis...

The article explores the clandestine efforts made by individuals to uncover the hidden caverns beneath the Cave of the Patriarchs (Mearas Hamachpeilah) in He...

City gates in the ancient world, particularly within the context of the Torah and Jewish history, serve as focal points for social, legal, and economic activ...

Nik Jakobs, a third-generation Jewish farmer in Sterling, Illinois, is embarking on a unique project: planting a synagogue on his family's farmland. Inspired...

The article explores the life of Chris Petersen, a farmer from Clear Lake, Iowa, emphasizing the daily grind and dedication involved in farming, especially f...

Yakov Vashovich's compelling story captures the essence of resilience and dedication to Jewish identity and learning. Despite being born in a post-communist ...

The article discusses the enduring relevance of the Book of 1 Enoch, part of the Dead Sea Scrolls discovered in 1947, and its implications for modern times. ...

Stav Appel, an accidental historian, argues that the tarot cards, specifically the Jean Noblet Tarot de Marseille, might have been invented by crypto-Jews as...

The video "The 'Early' 1930s: Corrections, Omissions, and Questions" delves into overlooked and misunderstood aspects of Jewish history and experiences durin...

Kazakhstan is anticipated to join the Abraham Accords, a diplomatic initiative linking Israel with various Arab and Muslim-majority states, during President ...

Israeli fashion has become a canvas for expressing national emotions and resilience following recent conflicts, as seen in a gown by Yaniv Persy that carried...

The Bet Alfa synagogue, located in northern Israel, is home to a stunning 6th-century mosaic that offers a glimpse into Jewish history as depicted in the Tor...

Mizrahi Jews, originating from the Middle East and North Africa, are celebrated for their rich cultural heritage and profound impact on Jewish history and Is...

Bernard-Henri Lévy's immersive reporting from war-torn Sudan highlights the ongoing humanitarian catastrophe that has largely gone unnoticed by the internati...

Zohran Mamdani's victory speech as New York City's mayor-elect prominently featured a quote from Eugene Debs, a historical socialist icon with deep connectio...

The video explores the history and identity of the Philistines as presented in the Torah. The Philistines, often depicted as adversaries of the Israelites, p...

The article sheds light on the 1945 pogrom in Libya, a devastating attack on the Jewish community that marked the beginning of the end for one of the world's...

On the 30th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, Andy Carvin reflects on the impact of that fateful event on Israel and his own personal journey thr...

Terese Svoboda's memoir, "Hitler and My Mother-in-Law," delves into the life and tales of her mother-in-law, Patricia Hartwell, a former US Office of War Inf...

The article reflects on the enduring impact of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination and the subsequent political trajectory of Israel. Rabin's vision for peace, cha...

Reflecting on the 30th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, this essay intertwines personal memories with broader political reflections. The author ...