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"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...

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...

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...

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...

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is complex, rooted in historical, ideological, and geopolitical factors. The conflict is not just about land but involves na...

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. ...

The text discusses common misconceptions and historical facts about Israeli history. It clarifies that the term "Palestine" originated from the Romans Latini...

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...

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...

Dr. Andrew Port explores the complexities of Germany's post-Holocaust identity concerning genocide, drawing on German reactions to genocides in Cambodia, Rwa...

The recent antisemitic arson attack at a synagogue in Rouen, France, carried out by an Algerian citizen, has reignited concerns about rising antisemitism in ...

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 ...

Sarah Schenirer, a significant figure in Jewish education, founded the Bais Yaakov network in Poland over a century ago, providing Orthodox Jewish girls with...

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...

Moment Magazine hosted a Zoominar discussing Jimmy Carter's presidency and his advocacy for the Jewish community, shedding light on aspects of his administra...

The article discusses 17 Jewish Regency romance novels that could be appealing to fans of Bridgerton. While Bridgerton lacks Jewish representation, these nov...

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...

The Academy Museum in Los Angeles has launched a new permanent exhibit, "Hollywoodland: Jewish Founders and the Making of a Movie Capital," which highlights ...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

This YouTube video delves into corrections, questions, and omissions related to World War I, including discussions on internalized crypto-Judaism, notable hi...

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...

This conversation with historian Asael Abelman delves into the origins and enduring significance of Israel's national anthem, 'Hatikvah,' exploring its poeti...

Yonit and Jonathan delve into Israel's somber mood following a split-screen Independence Day and Memorial Day, marked by absent leadership and increased divi...

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...

Singer-songwriter Aya Korem's new album, "Yours, A. Korem," features genderbent Hebrew covers of Leonard Cohen's songs, including a poignant interpretation o...

Alfred Dreyfus Samuelson, named after his grandfather rather than the famous Alfred Dreyfus wrongly accused in the Dreyfus Affair, left his business card at ...

Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein explores the Jewish identity and heroism embodied by Janusz Korczak, a Polish pediatrician and writer who demonstrated profound commi...

The essay discusses the intersection of antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the aftermath of a significant event, noting a distinction between traditio...

The text discusses the complexity of contemporary antisemitism, focusing on the relationship between traditional antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment. It e...

Morris Katz, a Polish Holocaust survivor and renowned Borscht Belt entertainer who was known for his unique speed-painting act, is being commemorated in a ne...

The article discusses the challenging period between Passover and Shavuot, known as the Omer, marked by not cutting hair and historical significance tied to ...

The podcast delves into the complexities of Israel's contemporary security challenges, focusing on the weight of commemorating Yom HaZikaron amid ongoing con...

Yom HaZikaron and Yom HaAtzmaut were observed in Israel amidst the ongoing conflict with Gaza, highlighting societal tensions and a lack of clarity on future...

Ambassador Michael Oren offers insight into US-Israel diplomacy, exploring the implications of the US administration's decision to suspend weapons delivery t...

The text reflects on the current situation of Jews in Britain, drawing parallels to historical warnings about rising antisemitism. Despite acknowledging a ri...

The writer's encounter with a license plate bearing the Yiddish word "doikayt" prompts a reflection on the concept originating from the Jewish Labor Bund, em...

A Jewish woman in Oakland is surprised to see the Yiddish word "doikayt" on a license plate, symbolizing the ideology of Jews thriving wherever they are, opp...

Erica Lyons, a children's author and history enthusiast, gained unexpected recognition for putting Israel in a positive light through her books. While her wo...

The European cafe has been a hub for intellectuals and revolutionaries since the 17th century, with a strong historical tie between Jews and cafe culture hig...

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi discuss the U.S. decision to pause a bomb shipment to Israel, examining its implications for Israel's military and psy...

The article highlights the rich Jewish heritage and history present in Lithuania, particularly in Vilnius and Kaunas. In Vilnius, a new museum showcases the ...

President Biden's recent decision to block some weapons shipments to Israel is not unprecedented, as five of his predecessors had also withheld arms from Isr...

In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a commencement oration in Hebrew at St. Paul's Church in Manhattan, und...

In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a significant Hebrew commencement oration at St. Paul's Church in Manha...

In 1964, the U.S. sought to combat Communism by making a significant impact at the Venice Biennale, the prestigious art exhibition. Led by Alan Solomon and L...

In 1978, Barbra Streisand sang Hatikvah to former Prime Minister Golda Meir during an Independence Day event, with the two women sharing a video conversation...

Chiune Sugihara, a Japanese diplomat, defied orders from Tokyo in 1940 by issuing over 2,000 visas to Lithuanian Jews fleeing the Nazis, including the writer...

Zev Eleff elucidates the historical roots and ideological developments of Jewish denominations in America, arguing that they should be understood as movement...