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Sapir Israel Is Doing Fine; We’re the Ones Who Need Help 3 Apr
Recent shifts highlight how Israel, now economically robust and with strong regional peace ties, doesn't require the same level of Diaspora financial support...
3 Apr
Sapir New Priorities for American Jews 3 Apr
Recent controversies surrounding antisemitic sentiments on American college campuses have prompted a reevaluation of Jewish support for these institutions. P...
3 Apr
Sapir Reimagining Philanthropy for the Start-Up Nation 3 Apr
As Israel's economic strength has grown, the role of Jewish philanthropy is being re-evaluated, especially following the events of October 7, which highlight...
3 Apr
Sapir The Media are Broken. Here’s What Could Be Next 3 Apr
In an essay exploring the challenges facing the media landscape, the author examines the decline of trust and credibility in the current media environment, s...
3 Apr
Sapir Faith vs. Faithfulness in American Jewish Institutions 3 Apr
Amid a general decline in faith in American institutions, including those within the Jewish community, Jews are turning towards decentralized, home-based rel...
3 Apr
Sapir Postcard from Morocco 3 Apr
Beth El synagogue in Casablanca, once a vibrant center of Jewish life in Morocco, highlights the decline of this historic Jewish community amid changing circ...
3 Apr
Sapir Postcard from Lod 3 Apr
Lod, home to a magnificent 1,700-year-old Roman mosaic, reflects Israel's complex tapestry of ethnic and religious dynamics. This city has a lengthy history ...
3 Apr
Sapir Postcard from Melbourne 3 Apr
Malka Leifer's conviction for sexual assault marks a pivotal moment for Melbourne's Jewish community, showcasing its resilience and unity in handling a scand...
3 Apr
Sapir How Resilient Are Jewish Institutions? 3 Apr
In the wake of significant events on October 7, 2023, Jewish institutions in Israel and the United States were tested in terms of their resilience and adapta...
3 Apr
Sapir You Can Graduate Any Time You Like, but You Can Never Leave 3 Apr
The article explores how Jewish college students are dealing with rising antisemitism on campuses, especially after October 7, and challenges the idea of avo...
3 Apr
Sapir Show Up to Synagogue 3 Apr
The article explores the themes of Jewish identity, community, and spiritual longing through the lens of Moses's story from the Torah. The author reflects on...
3 Apr
Sapir That Pain You’re Feeling Is Peoplehood 3 Apr
Reflecting on the tragic events of October 7, 2023, the article explores the concept of Jewish peoplehood and shared suffering through teachings of Rabbi Jos...
3 Apr
Sapir Jewish Geography 3 Apr
The dynamics of Jewish migration and changing geopolitical climates have significantly transformed Jewish demography worldwide. Historically, expulsions defi...
3 Apr
Sapir Polarization and the Hidden Israeli Center 3 Apr
Amidst growing political polarization in Israel, survey data shows a significant number of Israelis feel politically homeless, desiring a unity government th...
3 Apr
Sapir Our Coalitions Must Hold Through Crisis 3 Apr
Following the traumatic events of October 7, Jewish Americans faced a dual crisis: violence affecting their Israeli connections and a perceived lack of suppo...
3 Apr
Sapir The Black-Jewish Convergence 3 Apr
Amid growing tensions in the relationship between the Black and Jewish communities, particularly in the context of recent geopolitics and DEI debates, this a...
3 Apr
Sapir An Alternative to Antiracism 3 Apr
The article critiques the modern antiracism movement, arguing that its focus on power dynamics and self-victimization is counterproductive and may lead to ne...
3 Apr
Sapir Why I Am Not a Jew of Color 3 Apr
The author reflects on their discomfort with the label "Jew of color," despite fitting its conventional definition as an immigrant of Middle Eastern descent ...
3 Apr
JTA Jewish Princeton student accused of assault at protest last year is found not guilty 2 Apr
David Piegaro, a Jewish student and U.S. Army veteran at Princeton University, was found not guilty of assaulting Princeton's head of campus security during ...
2 Apr
Forward Rabbis revolt over LGBTQ+ club, exposing fight over queer acceptance at Yeshiva University 2 Apr
Yeshiva University's recent approval of an LGBTQ+ club following a landmark settlement has exposed deep divides within the Orthodox Jewish community regardin...
2 Apr
Chabad.org My Friend's Chassidic Jewish Wedding in Israel! 2 Apr
A Chassidic Jewish wedding in Israel offers a unique and deeply meaningful experience, centered around age-old traditions and spiritual significance. This vi...
2 Apr
JTA Female religious leaders are guiding cancer care for Jewish women 2 Apr
Female religious leaders are playing an integral role in supporting Jewish women undergoing cancer treatment, as highlighted by the efforts of the organizati...
2 Apr
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner headphones Jewish Canadians in Israel could impact election results back home 2 Apr
Elliot Gluck has created a website, IsraelVotes.ca, to facilitate voting for the estimated 40,000 Canadians living in Israel, making it easier for them to pa...
2 Apr
Ami Oasis in the Desert 2 Apr
Rav Yisrael Abergel, head of Hameir Laarets, continues his father's legacy of Torah scholarship and outreach in Netivot, situated near the Gazan border. Foll...
2 Apr
Forward 'Another Jewish warrior': Fine wins special election for U.S. House seat 2 Apr
Randy Fine's recent election to the U.S. House of Representatives marks a significant increase in Republican Jewish representation, the highest in over four ...
2 Apr
JTA Randy Fine prevails in Florida special election, bringing tally of Jewish Republicans in Congress to 4 2 Apr
Randy Fine, a Jewish Republican supported by former President Donald Trump, won the special election in Florida's 6th Congressional District, securing 54% of...
2 Apr
JTA ‘Stop super speeders’ bill gains new momentum after Brooklyn car crash kills Jewish mom and two children 1 Apr
Following the tragic fatal car crash in Brooklyn that claimed the lives of Natasha Saada and her two young daughters, a New York State bill targeting 'super ...
1 Apr
Mishpacha The Best Therapy You Can Afford     1 Apr
Amidst the rising need for mental health support, affordability and accessibility of therapy remain critical challenges in Orthodox Jewish communities. The a...
1 Apr
Mishpacha At a Fast Clip    1 Apr
Efraim Feder has carved out a niche in the Jewish community as a dynamic influencer and content creator with a talent for showcasing new and hidden local bus...
1 Apr
The Free Press EXCLUSIVE: The Family of a Murdered Gaza Protester Speaks Out 1 Apr
In the wake of recent anti-Hamas demonstrations across the Gaza Strip, attention has focused on the tragic murder of 22-year-old Uday Nasser Saadi al-Rabbay....
1 Apr
Emes Ve-Emunah My Granddaughter’s Wedding 1 Apr
Celebrating a family wedding, the author shares a personal update about attending his granddaughter Yaffa's wedding in Lakewood, New Jersey. He notes the pre...
1 Apr
JTA From LA’s Bo.Re.Kas to NYC’s Buba, Israeli bourekas enter the American fast-food mainstream 1 Apr
Israeli bourekas, the savory stuffed pastries reminiscent of empanadas, are making waves in the American fast-food scene. With origins tracing back to Jewish...
1 Apr
18forty headphones The Samter Family: American Parents With Israeli Sons Fighting in Gaza [Divergence 2/5] 1 Apr
The episode explores the journey of the Samter family, who transitioned from an American lifestyle in the Five Towns to living in Israel with two sons now se...
1 Apr
18forty headphones The Samter Family: American Parents With Israeli Sons Fighting in Gaza [Divergence 2/4] 1 Apr
The Samter family discusses their aliyah from the Five Towns, New York to Israel, highlighting the challenges and growth of their children as they serve in t...
1 Apr
JTA Could Randy Fine lose? In deep-red Florida, the Jewish Trump favorite faces an unexpectedly close race 31 Mar
Randy Fine, a Jewish Republican state senator in Florida, faces an unexpectedly close race against Democrat Josh Weil, a Muslim candidate, for a congressiona...
31 Mar
JTA 3 sentenced to death for murder of UAE Chabad rabbi 31 Mar
The UAE has sentenced three individuals to death for the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad-Lubavitch emissary, who was killed in Dubai last November under ...
31 Mar
JTA You can fill up on kosher cholent at this NJ gas station 31 Mar
Snaxit, a unique gas station convenience store located on Route 4 in Englewood, New Jersey, offers more than just fuel and snacks—it provides travelers with ...
31 Mar
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner headphones How Canadian Jewish business leaders are bracing for Donald Trump’s trade war 31 Mar
Canadian Jewish business leaders discuss strategies to navigate the economic impacts of Donald Trump's trade war, which is affecting industries reliant on U....
31 Mar
eJewishPhilanthropy Finding nourishment for the body and soul with the Jews of Uganda 31 Mar
The article explores Rabbi Daniel Cotzin Burg's transformative experience visiting the Abayudaya, the Jewish community in Uganda, who uniquely blend their sp...
31 Mar
Chabad.org Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of 3/30! 30 Mar
This week, dive into a blend of cultural quirks and Jewish traditions with discussions ranging from the peculiar concept of wearable spaghetti, to the signif...
30 Mar
Emes Ve-Emunah Leaving the Fold 30 Mar
The Orthodox Union (OU) has undertaken a study to explore the reasons behind Orthodox Jews leaving their religious community, an issue that grows alongside t...
30 Mar
Forward Trump’s plan to enlist Elon Musk began at Lubavitcher Rebbe’s grave 30 Mar
Donald Trump orchestrated a plan to recruit Elon Musk for a new governmental role after visiting the Lubavitcher Rebbe's grave, a strategic move to gain supp...
30 Mar
Jewish History Lectures 8. Ashkenazim and the long 18th century 30 Mar
The lecture on the Ashkenazim during the long 18th century explores the social, cultural, and religious transformations faced by Jewish communities in Europe...
30 Mar
Forward Think every Palestinian in Gaza is Hamas? This week's protests prove you're wrong 29 Mar
A significant anti-Hamas protest movement has emerged in Gaza, challenging the notion that all Gazans support the terror group's rule. The protests, stemming...
29 Mar
Forward A Palestinian Oscar-winner's arrest shocked the world. For these Jewish activists, it was terrifyingly normal 28 Mar
The arrest and beating of Palestinian Oscar-winning filmmaker Hamdan Ballal by Israeli settlers in the West Bank brings to light the routine violence against...
28 Mar
JTA Washington, D.C., Jewish federation will distribute $180,000 to laid-off federal workers 28 Mar
In response to significant layoffs of federal workers in the Washington, D.C. area due to budget cuts by President Donald Trump's administration, the Jewish ...
28 Mar
MomentMag The Hostages that forged bonds with their captors 28 Mar
In the unique narrative of hostages captured and held in Gaza, Ori Nir concentrates on a noteworthy minority who developed authentic relationships with their...
28 Mar
Forward 'When in doubt, deliver water' 28 Mar
Seba Abudaqa, a Palestinian from Gaza, and Tom Kellner, an Israeli from Berlin, co-founded Clean Shelter, a grassroots nonprofit organization providing vital...
28 Mar
The Free Press WATCH: Inside the Largest Anti-Hamas Protests in Gaza’s Recent History 28 Mar
Gaza is currently experiencing unprecedented anti-Hamas protests, marking a significant moment in the territory's recent history as residents blame the group...
28 Mar
Jewish Currents Palestinian Hostage Families’ Long Wait - For the loved ones of some Palestinian captives, the short-lived ceasefire offered a painful road to reunion. 28 Mar
The article provides a poignant account of the emotional roller-coaster experienced by Palestinian families during a fleeting ceasefire that promised the rel...
28 Mar