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Beejhy Barhany, the owner of Tsion Cafe in Harlem, is intertwining the histories of African and Jewish cultures through Ethiopian Jewish cuisine. Born into t...

The Israel Sci-Tech School Network (ISTS) is pioneering a successful model for integrating Haredi individuals into the Israeli army and workforce without sac...

Tensions in Israel persist regarding Charedi Jews and their exemption from military service, a situation exacerbated by the state's current war efforts. The ...

The video provides an insightful account of a visit to Warsaw, Poland, highlighting the city's rich Jewish heritage and history. During the visit organized b...

Marking the 31st anniversary of the AMIA Jewish community center bombing in Buenos Aires, ceremonies took place globally, including a notable first-time comm...

In the aftermath of the October 7th attacks led by Hamas, many young Israelis have expressed a renewed commitment to having more children, viewing it as esse...

Kent Avenue Barber Shop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, offers a unique cultural blend, serving both Hasidic and hipster clientele. The shop, run by Bukharian Jew...

Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) is shifting its strategy from public protests to influencing elections in response to limited impact on changing U.S. policy reg...

Natan Slifkin discusses the complexities surrounding the potential arrest of charedi yeshiva students in Israel for draft evasion, particularly during intern...

Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) is shifting its focus from protests to electoral influence in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict that escalated in Oc...

The episode delves into the complex situation in Rockland County where the Hasidic Skver community is allegedly purchasing properties to prevent non-communit...

Israel faces rising tensions with Syria, potentially derailing a tenuous peace initiative. Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, a former jihadist leader, had hi...

Rachel Honeyman reflects on her journey through infertility and its implications within the Jewish community, emphasizing the isolation and grief experienced...

The episode delves into a New York Times essay criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu for allegedly prolonging the Gaza conflict for political gain, and a cont...

Jewish organizers Nadav David and Erica Riddick discuss a new guide advocating for a safety approach that emphasizes community solidarity over surveillance. ...

Foundling syndrome refers to the challenges organizations face when a founding leader departs, revealing dependency on that leader's personality over sustain...

Joan Afton recounts her childhood experience of being bullied at her secular humanist Hebrew school, which was located far from her suburban Chicago home. De...

In an interview with Peter Beinart, Avey Rips and Seph Mozes of Jewish Voice for Peace in Chicago discuss their participation in an 18-day hunger strike aime...

Rabbi Eliezer Kuperman a"h was a cornerstone of Beis Medrash Govoha (BMG) in Lakewood, cherished for his quiet dedication and significant, though less visibl...

Jewish retreating is being proposed as a vital method to extend the concept of Jewish joy beyond childhood camp experiences into adulthood, encompassing vari...

Andrew Cuomo has listed endorsements from Jewish groups on his campaign website as he runs independently in the upcoming general election for New York City m...

A clash between New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Comptroller Brad Lander has emerged over the latter's decision to let the city's Israel bond investments m...

"Nice Jewish Girls" is a social club founded by Bianca Kisin for Jewish women in NYC, aiming to foster connections and a sense of community without the match...

Ari Abramowitz, a visionary leader, has dedicated himself to supporting lone IDF soldiers from abroad as they transition back to civilian life. Recognizing t...

Henny and Shmuel are caught in a moment of emotional turmoil as they arrive at Henny's mother's home, significantly delayed. While Shmuel offers a sympatheti...

Cindy Scarr shares a poignant personal narrative reflecting on the tragic consequences of driving under the influence. A former yeshiva student from Lakewood...

The article explores the complexities of divorce within Jewish communities, focusing on the pressures of marriage choices and societal support. It includes m...

Daci Platt shares creative and heartfelt ways to keep the tradition of letter writing alive for children attending Jewish summer camps. She emphasizes the jo...

Jessica Jantjies, a Cape Town-based writer, delves into her complex heritage as a colored South African with Jewish, Indigenous, and African roots, highlight...

Sarah Karmely’s life journey is a testament to the guidance and influence of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Born to Persian Jewish parents in India, Karmely faced nu...

Elliott Abrams, in his recent book "If You Will It: Rebuilding Jewish Peoplehood for the 21st Century," addresses the pressing issue of Jewish continuity in ...

Scott D. Seligman's book delves into the dramatic events surrounding the 1902 funeral of New York City's Chief Rabbi Jacob Joseph, the East Side's response t...

The article explores the need for a revival of chesed, or acts of lovingkindness, within the context of synagogue life, emphasizing its vital role alongside ...

After 80 years, a creek in the Aleutian Islands of Alaska, infamously named Nazi Creek, was renamed Kaxchim Chiganaa after a campaign by Michael Livingston, ...

A growing influx of Israeli-born Reform and Conservative rabbis is addressing a critical clergy shortage in North American synagogues. These rabbis find impr...

A new kosher burger restaurant in Athens, owned by an Israeli, was vandalized by pro-Palestinian actors who spray-painted anti-Israel messages and threatened...

The article addresses the recent criticism aimed at the "Friends of" model, a group of American nonprofits raising funds for Israeli institutions, following ...

Michael Lind explores assertions that Donald Trump betrayed his working-class base by deviating from his original "America First" policies. Critics argue Tru...

In a poignant narrative, the author reflects on the journey of a beautifully crafted Torah ark, created by his father for their Reform synagogue, which found...

Yoel Yitzchak and Rochel Yenti Bodek discuss their life as a Hasidic couple living with blindness and paralysis respectively. They reject the label of 'inspi...

The Shinshinim Young Ambassadors Program, facilitated by the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and the Jewish Agency for Israel, successfully concluded an...

At Camp Yavneh, a spontaneous event unfolded that exemplified the essence of Jewish peoplehood. When the camp's annual mishlachat—Israeli emissaries—arrived ...

Court records have unveiled that the Trump administration utilized Canary Mission, a controversial site documenting pro-Palestinian activists, to identify fo...

Elana Stein Hain and Jacob Feinspan explore the challenges faced by American Jews who strive to maintain their Jewish commitments while engaging in progressi...

Masih Alinejad recounts a chilling assassination attempt orchestrated against her by the Islamic Republic of Iran, targeting her due to her outspoken critici...

In the wake of Zohran Mamdani's victory in the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City, pro-Israel Jewish New Yorkers, led by Samantha Epstein-Rubenstein...

Moment magazine's article "Life in the Safe Room" provides a vivid glimpse into the daily lives of Israelis who rely on secure rooms or shelters during times...

The Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA) is moving its cultural center, Yiddishland California, from La Jolla, California, to La ...

In the Rust Belt town of White Oak, Pennsylvania, the enduring tenacity of Gemilas Chesed synagogue stands as a testament to the perseverance of Jewish life ...

A recent episode recounts the extraordinary story of a rabbi's entire family experiencing a transformation after receiving a blessing from a Rebbe. The narra...