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Aileen Lampel Novick, born in 1929 and raised in Ridgewood, Queens, passed away on September 25, 2024, at the age of 94. A devoted family member and communit...

Vered Guttman, Israeli-American chef and activist, has been fervently working to keep attention on the hostages kidnapped during the Hamas attack in Israel a...

The episode of The Commentary Magazine Podcast delves into various political and social issues, including recent pro-Hamas demonstrations in New York and cri...

As the potential successors of NYC Mayor Eric Adams vie for the position amidst his legal troubles, their stances on Israel and Jewish issues are coming unde...

Against the backdrop of political tensions between South Africa and Israel, the Jewish community in South Africa offers a unique lens for understanding globa...

"Soup for Good" is a project by Cook for Good founders Karen Mattison and Robinne Collie, emphasizing community support through the universal comfort of soup...

The contentious relationship between Jewish members and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) highlights broad...

Following New York Mayor Eric Adams' indictment on charges including bribery and fraud, reactions from the Jewish community reveal a divide. Adams, who has l...

Arab-Israeli journalist Yanal Jabarin shares his poignant memories of his friendship with Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was kidnapped and murdered by Hamas. Thei...

The indictment of New York City Mayor Eric Adams on bribery and fraud charges has sent shockwaves through the city, particularly among Jewish communities who...

A notable ideological split has emerged within the Yiddishist community following the Hamas attacks on Israel and the subsequent conflict. This divide is par...

Rachel Laforest, a woman of Haitian and Jewish heritage, discusses recent racist actions by MAGA Republicans against Haitian communities in Springfield, Ohio...

Mansur Ashkar, a member of the Arab Druze community in Israel, identifies as a Zionist, bridging often contentious identities with pride. His story highlight...

This humorous article explores the stereotype of Jewish drivers in the Stamford Hill area of London, drawing on the author's personal anecdotes and cultural ...

The video featuring Mansur Ashkar, an Israeli Druze activist, highlights the unique and harmonious relationship between the Druze and Jewish communities in I...

Natan Slifkin critiques an upcoming event in Lakewood, framed as a collective prayer gathering, which serves as a protest against Israeli draft laws affectin...

In this reflective piece, the author explores the balance between loyalty and healthy critique within the context of Jewish identity and support for Israel, ...

This reflection on the Torah portions Nitzavim-Vayelech draws a parallel between the scriptural emphasis on standing firm together and the contemporary exper...

Rabbi Shlomo Leib Mund was acquitted of sex crime charges by a Quebec judge due to credibility issues in the victim's testimony. The case highlighted challen...

Rabbi Shlomo Leib Mund was acquitted of sex-crime charges dating back to the 1990s by a Quebec judge, citing inconsistencies in the victim's testimony as the...

The alliance between Jews and Druze is a unique and robust relationship deeply rooted in shared historical experiences and mutual respect. Mansur Ashkur, an ...

Liel Leibovitz argues that Jews in New York City should support Mayor Eric Adams amid his indictment by the federal government. Leibovitz suggests that Adams...

Temple Emanu-El in New York City, one of the world's largest Reform synagogues, undergoes an extensive preparation process for the High Holidays, starting im...

Recent immigrant to Israel, Sruli Fruchter, reflects on his arrival just before the tragic Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Initially struggling to integrate...

Amid the chaos following the October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel, the Carmel Quartet, led by violinist Rachel Ringelstein, emerged as a beacon of healin...

Facing a tumultuous year marred by rising antisemitism, warfare, and global crises, Alex Weisler explores how Jewish communities can find hope and resilience...

The article explores the political division between Arab-American and Jewish-American communities in Michigan, as represented by two individuals, Abed Hammou...

Brandeis University President Ronald Liebowitz has resigned following a faculty vote of no confidence amid budget difficulties and controversy over his handl...

Antonia Mitchell shares a deeply personal narrative of grappling with the stillbirth of her daughter, Shoshana, and the unexpected solace she found in Jewish...

Mansur Ashkar, a Druze Israeli, shares his experience of moving from a Druze village to the predominantly Jewish city of Eilat, where his family's display of...

The video provides an insight into the Druze community in Israel through an interview with Mansur Ashkar, a Druze who served as an officer in the IDF's speci...

Jewish student involvement in campus life has surged, according to a recent University Jewish Chaplaincy (UJC) survey. With over 92% of respondents participa...

Following the grievous attack by Hamas on October 7, which aimed to exploit Israel's internal divisions, the nation witnessed a remarkable emergence of unity...

Hendon United continues their dominant run in the Maccabi GB Southern League Premier Division with a commanding 3-0 victory over Stoke Salmon, maintaining th...

As the High Holy Days approach, many focus on rabbis and cantors, but this piece highlights the unsung heroes of the synagogue staff who work tirelessly behi...

Rabbi Julia Appel discusses strategies for fostering a sense of belonging within synagogue communities during the High Holy Days. Using data from over 5,000 ...

Joshua Leifer's book, "Shattered Tablets," examines the shifting dynamics within American and British Jewry, particularly in relation to Israel. As young Ame...

A new poll by Nishma Research reveals significant differences in voting preferences between Modern Orthodox and Haredi Jewish communities ahead of the upcomi...

In Hostages Square, a poignant Selichot ceremony led by Kaley Halperin and organized by Rabba Anat Sharbat sought to bring together Israelis of all backgroun...

Josh Gad co-writes a comic series, "The Writer," alongside Max and Ben Berkowitz, celebrating Jewish culture and its foundational role in superhero narrative...

Cindy Scarr reflects on the challenging spiritual atmosphere during the Days of Awe in a year marked by unprecedented turmoil and antisemitism for many Jews....

The article by Rabbi Natan Slifkin examines the divide between American and Israeli Charedi communities, highlighting differences in how they engage with sec...

Rawan Osman, a Syrian-Lebanese peace activist, highlights the absence of the term 'inclusive' in Palestinian leadership rhetoric, questioning the future visi...

In the aftermath of the October 7th massacre, an IDF officer and his wife share their emotional journey of transforming grief into a commitment towards growt...

As the Jewish High Holidays approach, New York City offers a wealth of options for celebrating Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, covering a spectrum of tradition...

Elliot Resnick, former editor-in-chief of the Brooklyn-based Jewish Press, has been banned from another Jewish-founded dating service, Loop, after his involv...

The Jim Joseph Foundation and other funders initiated the Jewish Teen Education & Engagement Funder Collaborative a decade ago, aiming to increase Jewish tee...

Tuvia Tenenbom, a formerly Haredi and now secular Jew, discusses his re-engagement with the Haredi community in Mea Shearim and reflects on their cultural ch...

Rabbi Sari Laufer discusses the Reform movement's focus on social justice, critically examining whether this emphasis has overshadowed traditional Jewish pra...

In a surprising political development, Amer Ghalib, the mayor of the predominantly Muslim city Hamtramck, Michigan, has endorsed Donald Trump for president. ...