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Forward Pittsburgh’s Jews, united by Tree of Life shooting, divided by election and Gaza war 23 Oct
Pittsburgh's Jewish community, once united by the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting, faces deep divisions exacerbated by the upcoming election and ongoing...
23 Oct
Future of Jewish Meet all my White colonialist friends in Israel. 22 Oct
Joshua Hoffman explores the narrative that casts Israelis as 'White colonialists,' humorously dissecting this stereotype by highlighting the diverse ancestri...
22 Oct
JTA 11 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at U of Minnesota for occupying and damaging administration building 22 Oct
At the University of Minnesota, eleven pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested after illegally occupying and vandalizing an administration building, pushing...
22 Oct
Kveller After October 7, I Decided to Switch My Kids to a Jewish Day School. This Reform One Was Perfect for Us. 22 Oct
Nellie Israel shares her experience of transferring her children to Rodeph Sholom School, a Reform Jewish day school in New York City, following concerns abo...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Smiling Stamford Hill girls charm Ofsted 22 Oct
A Strictly Orthodox girls' primary school, Beis Yaakov Primary in Stamford Hill, has received high praise from Ofsted, particularly for pupil behavior, which...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Charedi education protesters back on the streets in London 22 Oct
Charedi protesters resumed demonstrations in Westminster against the forthcoming Childrens Wellbeing Bill, which mandates that local authorities register chi...
22 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Let’s hear it for the humble, wonderful Mr Cohens 22 Oct
Vicki Belovski reflects on the profound impact of ordinary individuals, emphasizing the virtue in living a life of integrity and kindness, embodied by "Mr. C...
22 Oct
MomentMag Ain’t No Back to a Merry Go Round The Little Known Story of a Segregated Amusement Park 22 Oct
The documentary "Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Round," explored in a discussion between filmmaker Ilana Trachtman and journalist Dan Freedman, chronicles the p...
22 Oct
Rationalist Judaism A Meeting of Natans 22 Oct
Natan Slifkin reflects on his recent meeting with Natan Sharansky, a hero who endured persecution in the Soviet Gulag and became an advocate for freedom. Sli...
22 Oct
Forward 2 pro-Israel activists arrested for violence at UCLA encampment last spring 21 Oct
Two pro-Israel activists have been arrested following a violent encounter at a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA last spring. The incident, which occurred o...
21 Oct
JTA In Philadelphia’s suburbs, an army of canvassers targets Jewish voters 21 Oct
The article provides an in-depth look at the intense efforts of Jewish canvassers targeting Jewish voters in Philadelphia's suburbs ahead of the upcoming pre...
21 Oct
Future of Jewish How to Be a Good Jew in Our Post-October 7th World 21 Oct
In a post-October 7th world, Joshua Hoffman argues that the pursuit of being a "good Jew" is not about rigid definitions but about embracing a dynamic approa...
21 Oct
JTA 2 pro-Israel activists arrested for violent counterprotest at UCLA last spring 21 Oct
Two pro-Israel activists, Eyal Shalom and Malachi Joshua Marlan-Librett, were arrested following a violent confrontation with pro-Palestinian demonstrators a...
21 Oct
Forward Silent dancing on Simchat Torah? A joyous Jewish holiday is remade for a mournful anniversary. 21 Oct
This Simchat Torah, Jewish communities worldwide are balancing the traditional joy of the holiday with the somber memory of the attack that occurred on Octob...
21 Oct
JTA Silent dancing on Simchat Torah? A joyous Jewish holiday is remade for a mournful anniversary. 21 Oct
One year after the tragic attacks in Israel during Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah, the Jewish community grapples with balancing celebration and mourning. ...
21 Oct
Emes Ve-Emunah The Increasing Animosity Between Observant Jews 21 Oct
The article discusses the growing animosity between different factions within Orthodox Judaism, particularly the increasing tension between the Charedi commu...
21 Oct
Kveller Now That My Kids Are Out of Jewish Preschool, It’s On Me to Keep Jewish Traditions Alive 21 Oct
Jessica Tzikas reflects on the responsibility she feels to keep Jewish traditions alive in her family now that her children are transitioning from Jewish pre...
21 Oct
Living Lchaim We Couldn’t Have Children, Then…Quadruplets! 19 Oct
Yisroel and Sarah Gutovitch's story is a compelling narrative of hope, resilience, and faith as they journey through the remarkable experience of expecting q...
19 Oct
Rationalist Judaism Jewish Obfuscation 19 Oct
Rabbi Dr. Natan Slifkin critiques the narratives presented in Jewish Action magazine regarding communal unity and contributions to Israeli society, particula...
19 Oct
JTA A BDS discussion deeply divides the utopian Park Slope Food Coop — again 16 Oct
The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn, known for its progressive community ethos, is experiencing a deep rift among its members due to contentious debates ove...
16 Oct
Chabad.org Northern Israeli Shliach Sends Heroic Message To All Jews In Israel 16 Oct
In a heartfelt and inspiring communication, a Shliach from Northern Israel reaches out with a message of hope and courage to the Jewish community across Isra...
16 Oct
JTA In an Oprah-like moment, Brooklyn synagogue surprises 1,300 attendees with Jewish star necklaces 16 Oct
Congregation Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, led by Rabbi Rachel Timoner, surprised its 1,300 Rosh Hashanah congregants with Star of David necklaces, emphasizing Je...
16 Oct
Forward 5 ways to bring Blacks and Jews back together 16 Oct
Van Jones emphasizes the need to rebuild the historic alliance between Black and Jewish communities, which has eroded over time due to geopolitical and domes...
16 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Let’s talk schools: the need to reach out to non-Jewish schools has never been greater 16 Oct
The Abraham Effect is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at strengthening Jewish identity among students in non-Jewish schools across the UK. Founded by an Or...
16 Oct
JTA I realized the depth of my Israeli trauma after a rocket exploded while I was circumcising a baby 16 Oct
Rabbi Hayim Leiter shares a deeply personal account of how his Israeli trauma surfaced one year after Oct. 7, a day marked by repeated air-raid sirens while ...
16 Oct
JTA UK group urges families to ‘save a seat in the sukkah’ for hostages in Gaza, in a new take on a Jewish tradition 16 Oct
During the Sukkot festival, the Board of Deputies of British Jews is encouraging the Jewish community to honor hostages held by Hamas by reserving a space fo...
16 Oct
Jewish Chronicle We are all – left, right, Charedi and secular – plaited together 16 Oct
Reflecting on a past encounter with a Charedi Holocaust survivor, the author acknowledges a newfound understanding of the Charedi community's vibrancy and ch...
16 Oct
eJewishPhilanthropy Cries of sadness and shouts of joy 16 Oct
Rabbi Avi Killip explores the complex dynamics of joy and sorrow during Simchat Torah celebrations, particularly in the shadow of recent traumas reminiscent ...
16 Oct
Jewish Chronicle Would I be safer in London or Netanya? 16 Oct
The article explores the contrasting perceptions of safety between a British Jew residing in London and her sister living in Netanya, Israel, amidst rising a...
16 Oct
18forty American Judaism is Falling Apart. We Have Ourselves to Blame 16 Oct
Rabbi Ammi Hirsch's recent Yom Kippur sermon has sparked a debate within Jewish communities, criticizing younger generations for disconnecting from Israel an...
16 Oct
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner headphones Struggling to afford your first home? This Jewish-backed investment firm wants to help 16 Oct
As housing prices soar in Canada, the Jewish-backed real estate firm Ourboro offers an innovative solution to help young families and newcomers afford homes....
16 Oct
Forward The urban sukkah: In NYC, they’re on rooftops, terraces, sidewalks and more 16 Oct
In New York City's dense urban landscape, creative adaptations allow Jewish communities to celebrate Sukkot despite the lack of private outdoor spaces. From ...
16 Oct
The Free Press U.S. and Canada Label Terror Fundraiser a ‘Sham Charity’ 15 Oct
The U.S. and Canadian governments have designated Samidoun, a group posing as an NGO that advocates for Palestinian prisoners, as a terrorist organization. T...
15 Oct
Kveller Jonah Platt’s ‘Being Jewish’ Podcast Aims to Unite the Jewish Community at a Divisive Time 15 Oct
Jonah Platt, known for his role in Wicked and being part of a talented family including his brothers Ben and Henry Platt, has launched a podcast called "Bein...
15 Oct
Hadassah Threads of Eternity 15 Oct
Carol Ann Schwartz reflects on the enduring Jewish traditions maintained during difficult times, specifically in light of the recent events surrounding Octob...
15 Oct
Rationalist Judaism The Lie of Achdus 15 Oct
Natan Slifkin critiques the superficial understanding of 'achdus' or unity emphasized during Sukkot, arguing that true achdus involves proactively taking res...
15 Oct
Forward The Haredi draft exemption is tearing Israel apart 15 Oct
The ongoing tensions in Israel over Haredi draft exemptions have intensified, with significant implications for society, economy, and national unity. As the ...
15 Oct
Jewish Chronicle ‘Knowledge is power’: NHS offers free BRCA testing for Jews over 18 15 Oct
England's NHS has launched a successful BRCA testing program for individuals over 18 with Jewish ancestry, addressing the higher prevalence of BRCA gene faul...
15 Oct
JTA Israelis are decorating their first sukkahs since Oct. 7 with symbols of the crisis since 15 Oct
As Israelis prepare for Sukkot, many are using the holiday to highlight the ongoing crisis regarding hostages held by Hamas since the October 7th attacks. Re...
15 Oct
Unorthodox headphones Re-Form: Interfaith Marriage 15 Oct
The episode delves into the complexities of interfaith marriage within the Reform Jewish movement, exploring how it impacts Jewish continuity, inclusion, and...
15 Oct
JTA After a bomb threat interrupted Kol Nidre, this congregation kept praying on the streets of Manhattan 14 Oct
During the Kol Nidre service at Town and Village Synagogue in Manhattan, congregants were forced to evacuate due to a bomb threat, part of a disturbing trend...
14 Oct
Moment ‘Tis the Season to Reach Out to Jewish Voters 14 Oct
With the approach of significant Jewish holidays and the impending U.S. presidential election, both Democratic and Republican leaders are actively engaging w...
14 Oct
eJewishPhilanthropy Unseen but essential: the case for investing in chevra kadisha leaders 14 Oct
The role of chevra kadisha, groups caring for the deceased within Jewish tradition, has gained attention due to recent societal shifts in how death is discus...
14 Oct
Forward In final stretch, Harris and Trump intensify outreach to Jewish voters in key swing states 13 Oct
In the final weeks of the 2024 election campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump intensify their appeals to Jewish voters in ...
13 Oct
Israel: State of a Nation Hostage families' strength is amazing – Tom Reuveny is glad to help them just a little bit. 13 Oct
Tom Reuveny provides support to families of hostages, highlighting the incredible resilience and strength they demonstrate during such challenging times. His...
13 Oct
Mishpacha The Brother I Never Knew: Soul Sisters   13 Oct
In the aftermath of the tragic events of October 7, new relationships formed between Shelly Shem-Tov, a secular Jewish mother, and Margalit Peretz from the c...
13 Oct
Mishpacha Borderline Change 13 Oct
One year after the tragic Hamas attack on Israel's Gaza border kibbutzim, author Cindy Scarr explores the profound and complex aftermath of this event, quest...
13 Oct
Mishpacha The Brother I Never Knew: One Heart   13 Oct
In the aftermath of a tragedy on October 7, the Young Israel of Woodmere, led by Rabbi Shay Schachter, fostered profound connections with a moshav in Israel....
13 Oct
Mishpacha Everyone’s Shtiebel    13 Oct
In memory of Mordy Greeness, a small group of his friends established a shtiebel that has blossomed into a vibrant community center dedicated to Torah and no...
13 Oct
Mishpacha Sweet Deal 13 Oct
Gershon, a hopeful investor, anxiously heads to a sheriff's sale to bid on a property in Newark, despite heavy traffic and nervousness about the outcome. His...
13 Oct