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Janina Mehlberg, a Jewish mathematician, disguised herself as a Polish countess named Janina Suchodolska during the Holocaust. Working underground as an offi...

In this episode, the focus is on the role of Yiddish-speaking immigrants in the American garment industry and their efforts to fight for workers' rights. The...

This article explores the historical context and cultural appropriation surrounding the Palestinian cause. It highlights that the Jewish connection to the la...

The author argues that the Islamic Republic of Iran, led by its supreme religious leader, poses a significant threat to the civilized world, comparable to Ad...

The video delves into the tragic story of a 17th-century Franciscan who converted to Judaism and faced severe consequences at the hands of the Inquisition.

Joanne Greenaway reflects on her recent visit to Israel, where she encountered inspiring stories of resilience and unity among the Jewish people, emphasizing...

In this essay by Saul Goldman, the author explores the relationship between Zionism and Messianism in the context of Jewish history and identity. Goldman arg...

Clarence B. Jones, a speechwriter and attorney for Martin Luther King Jr., will be featured in a Super Bowl ad sponsored by the Robert Kraft Foundation to Co...

Yonit Levy and Jonathan Friedland explore the intricate negotiations over a potential hostage release amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas, while a...

In "The Unfinished Business of Eadie Browne," author Freya North delves into her Jewish heritage for the first time in her 28-year career, exploring Jewish c...

Exploring the complex world of Jewish mysticism, this episode examines the life and endeavors of Hillel Ba'al Shem, a less-renowned figure contemporaneous wi...

Hillel Neuer, director of the Geneva-based UN Watch, discusses the recent revelations about UNRWA employees' ties to Hamas and argues for the agency's disman...

Dr. Einat Wilf discusses the persistent issue of Palestinian leadership's refusal to accept a Jewish state and how this has fueled conflict from the post-Ott...

The article explores the complex history of the eggplant in medieval Spain, particularly its association with Sephardic Jews. The eggplant, originally introd...

Philo of Alexandria, a contemporary of Hillel and Shammai, is a figure in Jewish history whose unique position and enduring relevance deserve attention. Phil...

Nina Gottlieb, a Holocaust survivor, has died at the age of 91. She broke her decades-long silence about her experiences in the Holocaust in a documentary ca...

In "The Holocaust: An Unfinished History," Dan Stone challenges common misconceptions about the Holocaust, arguing that it was not solely a German project bu...

The current exhibition at the Picasso Museum in Paris showcases the apartment of Jewish art dealer Lonce Rosenberg, one of the major French art dealers of th...

Negotiations over a possible hostage agreement and ceasefire in Gaza are intensifying, with a goal to achieve a deal by the start of Ramadan, a month away. T...

In Chapter 36 of the book "Fallout," the character Fred Burton becomes anxious and hurt after a shocking revelation. The scene takes place in August 1964, wh...

Moshe Klein, a globetrotter, visited Kolkata, India, hoping to discover remnants of its Jewish community. Despite initially planning to spend little time in ...

The National Library of Israel has received a significant donation of Yemenite Jewish manuscripts. The collection includes rare copies of works by Rabbi Yihy...

Pearl Berg, considered the oldest Jewish person in the world and the third oldest American, has passed away at the age of 114. Known for her philanthropy wor...

In a podcast episode discussing the power of personal narratives in shaping perspectives, Beth Perkel delves into the story of Jethro, often overlooked in Je...

In this article, the author explores the historical context of Jewish suffering and persecution in Alexandria and Judea during the early Common Era, highligh...

In this article, the author discusses the perception and understanding of Zionism in Israel and around the world. They argue that Zionism has become a dirty ...

The article discusses the juxtaposition of the Holocaust Memorial and the Lod Massacre Memorial in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The former memorializes the Holocau...

David Rabinovitch, an investigative journalist and filmmaker, uncovers the hidden life of his black sheep uncle, Wolfe Rabin, in his book "Jukebox Empire: Th...

The author reflects on their recent trip to Israel, highlighting the resilience and creativity of Israeli society in the face of war and challenges. They men...

The author discusses the perception that Palestinians want peace while Jews are against their political independence. They argue that this perception is fals...

Eva Illouz, a renowned sociologist, discusses the profound impact of the Hamas massacre in Israel and the subsequent military response. Illouz shares her ini...

The upcoming performance of Arnold Schoenberg's song cycle, "15 Poems from the Book of the Hanging Garden," highlights the composer's innovation and emotiona...

The video explores the historical context and impact of Jewish emancipation in Portugal, focusing on figures like Samuel Schwarz and Artur Carlos de Barros B...

The Arabic version of Wikipedia has been accused of containing misinformation and biased content regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict. The page describes Pale...

In "The Etgar Quiz no 257," a set of trivia questions related to Jewish history and culture are presented. Questions range from identifying individuals who a...

In this episode of Mishpacha Magazine's podcast, the focus is on Glikl of Hameln, a well-known figure in Jewish history. The discussion delves into the under...

The Agudath Israel Youth of Manhattan, a small Orthodox synagogue on the Lower East Side of New York City, is at risk of losing its minyan, the quorum needed...

Devorah Romm, a 19th-century Lithuanian businesswoman, revolutionized Jewish publishing by breaking norms and establishing the Vilna Shas as a prestigious st...

In 1948, a terrorist bombing targeted The Palestine Post newsroom, soon to become The Jerusalem Post, as Israel neared independence. The attack resulted in c...

Pinchas Rutenberg, one of Israel's founding fathers, remains largely overlooked in Jewish literature despite his significant contributions to the development...

In the context of ongoing conflict, 38% of Israelis support re-establishing Jewish settlements in Gaza, highlighting an intersection of security concerns, Zi...

The author reflects on their journey of learning Hebrew and the significance it holds for their Jewish identity. They push back against the notion that Yiddi...

The Lublin Yeshiva Library in Poland, which was believed to have been destroyed by the Nazis during World War II, has actually resurfaced. Piotr Nazaruk, a r...

The text discusses the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. It argues that the root cause of the conflict is not the Israeli occupation, as oft...

The article discusses the role of Egypt in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It highlights that while Israel has often been blamed for imposing a blockade on Gaz...

The Rothschild family, known for their immense wealth and power, has been the target of conspiracy theories for centuries. These conspiracies often claim tha...

The Rothschild family, known for their wealth and power, has been the target of conspiracy theories for centuries. Anti-Semites often accuse them of using th...

Harvard University appointed Derek Penslar, a professor of Jewish history, as co-chair of its Presidential Task Force on Combating Antisemitism. However, the...

A hyper-realistic painting of the Western Wall by German artist Gustav Bauernfeind from the 19th century is set to be auctioned at Sotheby's New York. The pa...

The article discusses the ancient Jewish community in Cairo, Egypt. The city, once home to renowned rabbis such as the Rambam and Rav Ovadiah Yosef, had a Je...