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The classic children's book "Madeline" by Ludwig Bemelmans features a Jewish doctor named Dr. Cohn who cares for Madeline when she is sick. The character of ...

Novelist Katya Apekina's second book, "Mother Doll," delves into matrilineal intergenerational trauma, featuring a darkly funny family saga involving a pregn...

Peter Pomerantsev's book "How To Win An Information War" delves into the wartime propaganda tactics of individuals like Sefton Delmer, a foreign corresponden...

"The New Look" is a series on Apple TV+ that explores the relationship between fashion and the Holocaust through the lens of renowned designers Christian Dio...

Barbados has a rich Jewish history dating back to the 17th century when Dutch Sephardi Jews settled on the island, bringing innovative sugar-milling technolo...

The discussion delves into the accusation of Israel being a settler-colonial regime, often leveled in academic and global contexts. It refutes this claim by ...

Neri Zilber discusses with Dr. Michael Milshtein the complex dynamics and challenges of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, including Israel's strategic miscalcula...

In 1973 during the Yom Kippur War, Hillel Unsdorfer, a devout Israeli soldier, and his unit of 42 men bravely defended a bunker along the Suez Canal against ...

In a discussion about the ending of the book of Esther, the focus is on the distinction between self-defense and massacre in the text. While Esther 9:16 desc...

The article discusses David Stromberg's work translating Isaac Bashevis Singer's journalistic pieces for the Yiddish Forverts, shedding light on Singer's les...

"The Nightingale of Iran" is a podcast that delves into the fascinating history of the Dardashti family, prominent Iranian Jews. It explores the rise of the ...

The article explores a family's stay at Borgo Pignano, a luxurious hotel in Tuscany, as they delve into the region's Jewish history. The hotel's setting in a...

The text discusses how two non-Jewish generals, John Henry Patterson and Edmund Allenby, played significant roles in paving the way for the creation of Israe...

Nir Maman, a Canadian-Israeli counter-terrorism expert, shares his recent experiences volunteering with the IDF reserve forces amid the conflict with Hamas. ...

After obtaining a German passport following Brexit, a British Jew reflects on her connection to her late father's German heritage. Attempting to embrace her ...

Ben Stern, a Holocaust survivor who faced unimaginable horrors in his youth, passed away at 102 in Berkeley, California. Known for his courageous stand again...

The text discusses the battle of information and branding tactics in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, drawing parallels to marketing strategies outlined in ...

Dr. Geoffrey Levin explores early American Jewish perspectives on Palestine and their distinct pro-Palestinian and anti-Zionist stances from 1948 to 1978, ch...

The Etgar quiz discusses various topics related to Jewish history and culture. It includes questions about the location in the camp where Jews served God dur...

The text discusses the current situation in Gaza, where Israel's policies are leading to starvation and a lack of aid reaching the people due to restrictions...

Brian Mulroney, Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, is remembered for his significant support of the Jewish community and Israel, despite having no Jewish connecti...

The text discusses the reasons why Palestine does not exist from the perspective of a Jewish publication. It critiques the Palestinian narrative, questioning...

A brief overview of the modern history of Gaza, covering major events like the 1948 War of Independence, the 1967 6-Day War, the Oslo Accords, the Disengagem...

A look into the significance of the Crypto-Jewish inscriptions of Trancoso in Portugal, related to crypto-Jewish history in the region.

The text discusses the shift from idealism to cynicism regarding Israel and the Jewish people due to the challenging geopolitical realities they face, contra...

In an essay by Loolwa Khazzoom, the author reflects on a conversation with an anti-Zionist individual, highlighting how closed-mindedness and preconceived no...

Morris Waitz, a vibrant newly minted centenarian from Tappan, New York, shares insights from his long and eventful life in an interview with Moment Magazine'...

The Leopold and Loeb case, involving the kidnapping and murder of Bobby Franks in 1924 by two wealthy, Jewish University of Chicago students, sparked signifi...

In part one of a two-part series, Benny Morris examines the Arab-Israeli conflict with a focus on the events surrounding the 1948 war, challenging prevalent ...

In the second part of his discussion, Benny Morris delves into the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, challenging conventional narratives surrounding its causes and cons...

On October 7, 2023, a significant event occurred that deeply impacted Jewish history, causing trauma and exposing ongoing challenges. The essence of Zionism,...

The text explores the little-known history of the Jewish community in Suriname, a former colony in South America where Jewish plantation owners once enjoyed ...

Jews in America have a long history of success and integration, exemplified by achievements in various sectors of society and their alignment with American i...

In the 1960s and 1970s, French Jews faced a surge of anti-Semitic sentiment amidst backlash against Israel, particularly from leftist groups diminishing Isra...

Black-Jewish relations have been complex despite both groups facing discrimination and supporting civil rights causes. Black antisemitism stems from various ...

Calvin Trillin, a prolific writer known for his humor columns, political poetry, and journalism pieces, recently released his book "The Lede: Dispatches From...

Prince William recently visited the Western Marble Arch Synagogue in London to address the issue of antisemitism, which has been a growing concern among Euro...

Haviv Rettig Gur and Eylon Levy discuss conflicting historical narratives surrounding the creation of the state of Israel and attempt to clarify misunderstan...

Meir Soloveichik, in a comprehensive article in the National Review, discusses the unique place of Jews in America compared to their historical treatment in ...

In these Letters to the Editor, various perspectives are shared regarding the link between Jews and Israel, with Steven Fogel highlighting the DNA evidence c...

The text discusses the challenges of unanswered prayers, particularly in the context of current events affecting Israel and the Jewish people. It delves into...

The Parashah of the week, Ki Tissa, discusses the first poll tax imposed on the Israelites to raise funds for the Temple Treasury. God instructs Moses on the...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein delves into the Vilna Gaon's theory of 'incongruent actions' and explores how overreaching spiritual or behavioral goals can lead to ...

Rav Saadia Gaon, a pivotal figure in Jewish history, played a crucial role in shaping Jewish thought and culture during the Gaonic era. Known for his scholar...

Exploring the enduring practice of Jewish prayer within the crypto-Jewish community of the Douro region, regardless of the presence of Rabbis and books.

Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern delve into global politics, discussing Putin's perception of Biden versus Trump, and Biden's handling of Middle East ten...

Joseph Roth, a Jewish writer born in Brody in 1894, is portrayed as the chronicler of a lost world in the town's historical context. Brody, once a thriving J...

Bruce Haynes, author of "The Soul of Judaism," discovered through a DNA analysis that he has Jewish ancestry, specifically linked to Louis Altheimer, who had...

Rachel Cockerell's debut book "Melting Point" delves into her family's history intertwined with the largely forgotten episode of the Galveston Movement, wher...

The article discusses the significance of Leap Year in both the secular Gregorian and Hebrew calendars, highlighting how intercalation is used to align fixed...