Forward
A decaying historic farmhouse finds a savior in Chabad
2 Jun
A historic Dutch Colonial home in Brooklyn, one of the few pre-Revolutionary War houses left in New York City, has been revitalized by Chabad of Flatbush und...
2 Jun
Emes Ve-Emunah
Charedim, Violent Protests, and a Boycott
2 Jun
The article discusses a recent incident in Beit Shemesh where a group of Charedi protesters violently clashed with police following the arrest of a draft eva...
2 Jun
Chabad.org
I Sold Challah In China
2 Jun
This podcast episode explores the unique experience of selling challah in China, offering insights into how Jewish traditions are preserved and adapted in di...
2 Jun
Chabad.org
Something Was Pulling My Soul
2 Jun
The episode "Something Was Pulling My Soul" from the podcast "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" explores personal narratives of spiritual awakening and...
2 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
Looking for Jewish joy in less obvious places
2 Jun
Jewish joy is increasingly being highlighted in communal life, moving beyond traditional celebrations to encompass deeper, more enduring connections and resp...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Accessible To All
2 Jun
Jewish communal spaces, like synagogues and mikvahs, are increasingly making strides towards accessibility for everyone, including individuals with disabilit...
2 Jun
Forward
National Council of Jewish Women ejects LA chapter, other affiliates cut ties amid historic reboot
2 Jun
The National Council of Jewish Women's (NCJW) national organization has severed ties with its Los Angeles chapter, sparking significant upheaval amid the bro...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
The Language of the Soul: Judaism for the Deaf-Blind
2 Jun
Yitzchok Landa discusses the unique challenges and transformative experiences of Jewish inclusion for the deaf-blind community, focusing on a recent Israel t...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Celebrating 250 Years of America: The Orthodox Jewish Experience
2 Jun
As America approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, the Orthodox Jewish experience uniquely highlights gratitude for the country's acceptance and the ensuin...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Reflections on Orthodox Jewish Life in America
2 Jun
Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter reflects on the historical challenges and evolution of Orthodox Judaism in America, emphasizing the tension between embracing Ame...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Why American Jewish History Matters: The Orthodox Experience
2 Jun
American Jewish history continues to be a pivotal field of study, especially for Orthodox Jews grappling with their place in American society. Debates over w...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
America and the Problem of Opportunity
2 Jun
The interview with Rabbi Yaakov Glasser by Nechama Carmel explores the complexities of the American Jewish experience, emphasizing the opportunities and chal...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
The Early Years of American Orthodox Judaism: A Historical Timeline
2 Jun
A historical timeline journeys through the foundational phases of American Orthodox Judaism, illustrating its evolution from the early 19th century through t...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Aaron Lopez (1731–1782)—Faith Before Fortune: Jewish Life in Colonial America
2 Jun
Aaron Lopez, a Portuguese Jewish émigré originally named Duarte Lopez, settled in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1752. He sought a life in America where he could ...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Rebecca Gratz (1781–1869)—A Life of Giving
2 Jun
Rebecca Gratz was a pioneering figure in early American Jewish philanthropy and education. Born into a distinguished Jewish family in the revolutionary era, ...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
Faith on the Frontier: Orthodox Women of the Wild West
2 Jun
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Jewish women played a crucial role in maintaining Jewish life on the American frontier, particularly in the Wild West. ...
2 Jun
Jewish Action
The Last Kindness: A Conversation with Yael Davidowitz
2 Jun
Yael Davidowitz, the outreach director for Project Last Kindness, confronts the growing trend of cremation among American Jews, which she describes as having...
2 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
On the legs that fled Nova, I marched in New York with pride
2 Jun
Maayan Dee, a survivor of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on the Nova music festival in Israel, shares her emotional journey of healing and resilience as s...
2 Jun
Forward
Smotrich’s surprise appearance at Israel Day Parade sparks backlash from NY and Jewish leaders
2 Jun
At the recent Israel Day Parade in New York, far-right Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich's unexpected participation sparked significant backlash from local p...
2 Jun
Forward
Scott Wiener, Spencer Pratt and Eric Swalwell’s replacement: 5 primaries Jews are watching in California
2 Jun
With California primaries looming, several key races are drawing significant interest from Jewish communities due to candidates' varied positions on Israel. ...
2 Jun
Jewish Insider
Khanna’s hostile turn towards Israel divides Silicon Valley Jews
2 Jun
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) has become a divisive figure within the Jewish community of his Silicon Valley district due to his critical stance on Israel, which som...
2 Jun
JTA
Pro-Israel challenger gains support from Silicon Valley Jews in bid to unseat Ro Khanna
1 Jun
Ethan Agarwal, a pro-Israel tech entrepreneur, is gaining traction among Jewish and Israeli-American voters in his bid to unseat incumbent Congressman Ro Kha...
1 Jun
Future of Jewish
So many synagogues are losing modern Jews. Here's the fix.
1 Jun
Vanessa Berg addresses the challenge many synagogues face in retaining and attracting modern Jews, as traditional membership models no longer align with cont...
1 Jun
JTA
These schools build Druze Israeli identity, one student at a time
1 Jun
Amal high schools, such as those in Yanuh Jat and Kisra Samia, play a crucial role in strengthening Druze identity while integrating students into Israel's d...
1 Jun
Israel: State of a Nation
British Jews are asking whether rising Islamism and failed integration made their future impossible
1 Jun
The discussion between Dov Forman and Eylon Levy sheds light on the concerns of British Jews regarding the increasing influence of Islamism in the UK and its...
1 Jun
Living Lchaim
American Hero Finds the Daf: Daf Across America - NORTH CAROLINA
1 Jun
The video series "Daf Across America" episode featuring North Carolina explores the widespread commitment to Daf Yomi, the practice of studying a page of Tal...
1 Jun
The Beinart Notebook
A Glimpse into The Horror in Gaza
1 Jun
Ken Silverman's piece offers a critical view of the situation in Gaza, contextualized by a forthcoming Zoom discussion featuring Francesca Albanese, UN Speci...
1 Jun
eJewishPhilanthropy
After the Israel Day on Fifth parade: The precarious future of Jewish-Mamdani relations
1 Jun
The relationship between New York City's Jewish community and its Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, remains fraught with tension following the Israel Day Parade on Fift...
1 Jun
Forward
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani missed the Israel Day Parade. Many who went didn’t miss him.
1 Jun
New York City's Israel Day Parade saw its largest turnout ever, celebrated along Fifth Avenue with significant participation from Jewish nonprofits, schools,...
1 Jun
Jewish Insider
Wide-open Los Angeles mayoral race could hinge on support from Jewish voters
1 Jun
The Los Angeles mayoral race is heating up with significant focus on the potential impact of Jewish voters. Three leading candidates, incumbent Mayor Karen B...
1 Jun
JTA
The mayor missed the Israel Day Parade. Many who went didn’t miss him.
31 May
The recent Israel Day Parade in New York City set a record high in attendance despite being marked by political tensions and the absence of Mayor Zohran Mamd...
31 May
Jewdicious
What It Feels Like To Be Jewish in NYC Right Now
31 May
In New York City, Jewish residents are increasingly aware of a rising tide of antisemitism, as small yet persistent acts of hostility mark their daily lives....
31 May
Future of Jewish
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31 May
Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is a publication offering insightful and nuanced perspectives on Judaism, Israel, and Jewish life. Following October...
31 May
Rationalist Judaism
The Double Daddy Daycare Disgrace
31 May
Natan Slifkin critiques the Israeli government's daycare subsidy policy as manipulated by charedi political influence, exacerbating societal divisions. The s...
31 May
Living Lchaim
A Hasidic Marriage Counselor Opens Up: Finding True Love, Why Cheating Happens & How Marriages Heal
31 May
Rabbi Elimelech Friedman delves into the complexities of marital relationships within Jewish and Chassidic communities, offering insights he has garnered fro...
31 May
The Free Press
A Showdown over Israel in Park Slope
29 May
The article delves into the dynamics of the Park Slope Food Co-op, a unique grocery store in Brooklyn known for its cooperative model and celebrity patrons. ...
29 May
Forward
How can I live freely as a Jew in a world where strangers rip my mezuzah off my doorframe?
29 May
Gayle Kirschenbaum reflects on the challenges of living openly as a Jew amid rising antisemitism and the emotional toll of protecting her identity. She recou...
29 May
Emes Ve-Emunah
Are Orthodox Jews at a Financial Breaking Point?
29 May
Orthodox Jewish families today face significant financial challenges, even with incomes traditionally considered upper middle-class. Rising costs of Orthodox...
29 May
Forward
'I didn't want to let go of her; I loved her to death'
29 May
Lisa Fliegel, a trauma therapist who dedicated her life to tikun olam, was laid to rest this past week. Known for her immense compassion, she provided trauma...
29 May
Chabad.org
The Full Tour Of Chabad Koh Samui
29 May
Chabad Koh Samui offers a welcoming environment for Jewish travelers and residents in Koh Samui, Thailand. The tour highlights various aspects of the Chabad ...
29 May
Chabad.org
Baby Named After Murdered Bondi Rabbi
29 May
A baby has been named after a Rabbi who was tragically murdered in Bondi, illustrating the profound impact he had on his community. This act of naming signif...
29 May
eJewishPhilanthropy
Israel’s democracy gets talked about. It doesn’t get funded.
29 May
Funding for organizations focused on strengthening Israeli democracy is significantly lacking compared to the demand and urgency of the subject. A recent stu...
29 May
eJewishPhilanthropy
From stewardship to shared responsibility: How Jewish leadership is changing
29 May
In the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, Jewish communities in North America are witnessing a significant shift in leadership dynamics. Tr...
29 May
Forward
A rabbinical school turf war brews in Ohio over Hebrew Union College’s assets
29 May
In the wake of Hebrew Union College's (HUC) closure of its Cincinnati campus, a new institution, the College for Contemporary Judaism (CCJ), is vying for con...
29 May
Forward
Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop
29 May
A legal dispute has emerged over the Park Slope Food Coop's decision to boycott Israeli products, initiated by pro-Israel activists who filed a cease-and-des...
29 May
JTA
NYPD unveils ‘most extensive’ security operation ever for Israel Day Parade as Mamdani skips march
28 May
With heightened security concerns, the NYPD is assembling its most extensive operation for the upcoming Israel Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, promising unpreced...
28 May
Forward
Mamdani skips Israel parade, while Jewish NYPD commissioner will march as marshal
28 May
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has decided not to attend this year's Celebrate Israel Parade, a departure from tradition, due to his critical stance on I...
28 May
Israel: State of a Nation
Is Britain Still Safe for Jews? | Dov Forman
28 May
In this episode of "EylON the Record," host Eylon Levy speaks with Dov Forman to explore the rising antisemitism crisis in Britain, examining its shift from ...
28 May
JTA
Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop for its Israel boycott
28 May
The Park Slope Food Coop in Brooklyn has been legally challenged by the National Jewish Advocacy Center for its recent decision to boycott Israeli products, ...
28 May
Kveller
My School District Posted In Support of Jews. Then, the Antisemitic Comments Started.
28 May
Erica Greenfield, reflecting on her childhood largely shielded from antisemitism, faces a stark contrast in today's digital age where her children confront p...
28 May