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In episode 23 of Unorthodox, the discussion includes topics such as kosher marijuana, the bagel scooping debate, and a discussion about a WASPy cardigan. The...

In this episode of The Tel Aviv Review, Allison, Noah, and Gilad Halpern discuss the controversy surrounding the NGO Breaking the Silence, known for reportin...

The author reflects on his Jewish identity as he navigates interactions with a religiously observant neighbor who tries to set him up with his daughters, emp...

Three writers embarked on a trip to Azerbaijan, all returning with positive impressions despite the country's authoritarian regime led by the Aliyev family. ...

Menachem Freedman discusses the long-standing and complex interplay between politics and religion in Jewish synagogues, specifically through the display of n...

Alex Kane discusses the divisive presence of national flags, such as the American and Israeli flags, in New York synagogues. He argues that these symbols int...

Entrepreneur and investor Marc Belzberg, known for his philanthropic work with the OneFamily Fund supporting families affected by terror in Israel, reflects ...

Miriam, a young girl, desires a dog for Hanukkah despite her Hasidic-leaning family's disapproval. The rabbi surprisingly approves, causing tension within th...

Prince Takahito Mikasa, a member of the Imperial House of Japan, turns 100 in 2015. Renowned for his scholarly works on Near Eastern civilization, he frequen...

The Executive Council of Australian Jewry reports a 39% decrease in anti-Semitic incidents in Australia over the past year, attributed to an earlier spike du...

Tablet, an online magazine focused on American Jewish life, is seeking two part-time spring editorial interns. Candidates with journalism experience and fami...

The text explores the dilemma faced by a Jewish individual navigating between political extremes within their Orthodox Jewish community and their secular lib...

In the thirteenth episode of Unorthodox, Jewish guest Wayne Hoffman, executive editor of Tablet, discusses his latest novel "An Older Man," which follows Moe...

In Unorthodox episode 12, discussion revolves around James Franco's bar mitzvah for charity, a viral video celebrating Jewish diversity, and a look at violen...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss James Franco's bar mitzvah fundraiser, a viral video on Jewish identity, and Shulem Deen's memoir about leav...

In response to a surge in violence in Israel, including recent terrorist attacks, Israelis are turning to humor as a coping mechanism. Some are engaging in s...

The author reflects on receiving a gift of bagels from Zabars, highlighting the deep connection between bagels and their Jewish identity. The bagels evoke fe...

The text discusses a mother's experience when her daughter unexpectedly expresses interest in having a bat mitzvah despite the family's lack of religious inv...

In 1960, a young Israeli boy named Yossele Schumacher was abducted by his Orthodox grandparents and hidden from his secular parents and Israeli authorities, ...

A Jewish magazine is inviting readers to share their personal milestones and events from the year 5776 in a special feature reminiscent of traditional synago...

In this podcast episode titled "The State of the Spirit (and the Spirit of the State)," Allison, Don, and Noah examine various aspects of religion and spirit...

A New York state Supreme Court judge has allowed the Yom Kippur ritual of kapparot to proceed by ruling that there is insufficient evidence to prove it is a ...

The text discusses the Israelization of Judaism and the Jewish community in France, particularly in light of increasing anti-Semitic attacks. Following terro...

This poignant story reflects on family dynamics surrounding the author's parents, particularly his mother, father, and father's second wife, Jean. Despite th...

The author argues that in cities where the Jewish population is small and teacher absenteeism is not an issue, public schools should not be closed for Jewish...

Hasia Diner's book "Roads Taken" explores the challenging and significant role of Jewish peddlers in forging new communities across the world in the 19th and...

Joann Sfar, a prominent French comic book creator, delves into Jewish themes in his works, notably exploring the challenges of anti-Semitism and Jewish ident...

The article discusses the rise of anti-Semitism in France, attributing it to a mix of historical Islamic anti-Judaism, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and ...

After a 47-year absence of full-time Jewish schools in Lodz, Poland, Gan Matanel preschool has reopened with ten students, led by Miriam Szychowska with supp...

Mitzpor HaElef, an observation tower in Neve Daniel, Gush Etzion, offers a breathtaking view of Israel, highlighting its historical and biblical significance...

The article discusses the ancient origins of stuffed grape leaves, a popular dish in Jewish communities around the Middle East with variations in Greek, Iraq...

Iranian Jews navigate life as a minority under a Shiite Islamist regime with both resilience and challenges. Despite facing systemic discrimination, such as ...

A decade after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans' Jewish community reflects on both the enduring scars and remarkable resilience that shaped their identity foll...

Jewish reporter Larry Cohler-Esses journeys to Iran, providing a unique perspective as the first journalist from a Jewish, pro-Israel publication to be grant...

Molly Staub's article reminisces about her family's experiences at their New Jersey farm purchased post-WWII, inadvertently connecting with the legacy of Ame...

Tablet is offering two paid, part-time fall editorial internships for individuals with journalism experience and knowledge of American Jewish life. Interns w...

The article discusses the importance of incorporating diversity and understanding at Jewish sleepaway camps to ensure a positive and inclusive experience for...

In this discussion, Noah, Ilene Prusher, and Shoshi Shmuluvitz cover three main topics. Firstly, they explore how Jews around the world are feeling ambivalen...

The article discusses the importance of recognizing and learning from the diverse experiences and perspectives within the Jewish community, as illustrated th...

The European Maccabi Games, Europe's largest Jewish sports event, is set to take place at Berlin's Olympiastadion, where in 1936, Jewish athletes defied Nazi...

Dr. Michal Segal Arnold, a lawyer and political scientist, shares her experience living for a year as the only non-Indian in Reservation Prairie Island in so...

The U.S. women's national soccer team secured a triumphant win over Japan in the FIFA World Cup final, redeeming their loss from 2011 with a 5-2 victory. Car...

Lev Berenshteyn, a Jewish refugee from Uzbekistan, has created a personal homage to the Statue of Liberty in his Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn yard. Teaming up wi...

The article discusses the traditional Persian stew called Fessenjan, a sweet and savory dish made with chicken, walnuts, pomegranates, onions, and turmeric. ...

The evolution of Open Orthodoxy is examined through its distinction from traditional Modern Orthodoxy and the shifting needs and values within the Jewish com...

The text discusses the lessons learned from the Rachel Dolezal controversy, emphasizing the importance of owning one's identity. It highlights the challenges...

Dr. Amira Halperin, an Israeli communications scholar, has conducted a unique study on the UK Palestinian diaspora, being the first Israeli researcher to do ...

The author of the letter expresses gratitude and a sense of curiosity towards their anonymous sperm donor, who made it possible for them to have a son named ...

In Reservoir Hill, Baltimore, a formerly Jewish neighborhood now sees an increase in Jewish families alongside African-American residents. The rabbi of Beth ...

In his article "Strange Journey: A Response to Shmuel Trigano," the author reflects on Shmuel Trigano's analysis of the rise of anti-Semitism in France, attr...