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Amichai Lau-Lavie, a gay man from an Orthodox rabbinical family, discusses creating Lab/Shul, a "God-optional" experimental Jewish community in New York. Lau...

Amichai Lau-Lavie, a descendant of rabbis, challenges traditional Judaism by integrating his identity as an out gay man and Rabbinic figure through his innov...

Sagui Dekel-Chen, an Israeli-American formerly held hostage, has touched many hearts with a poignant rendition of the Hebrew song "Keren Shemesh" amidst his ...

As Prime Minister Netanyahu faces potential backlash over a Gaza ceasefire, a more pressing challenge looms within his coalition due to disagreements over Ha...

Jewish federations have a long-standing partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel, utilizing donor contributions to respond effectively to crises both in...

The ADL's annual antisemitism conference, "Never Is Now," in Manhattan witnessed protests from over 100 Jews who criticized the organization for allegedly al...

Rabbi Ken Brodkin led the transition of Congregation B’nai Israel in Manalapan, New Jersey, to full Orthodox affiliation while maintaining a welcoming enviro...

New Square, New York, recently witnessed an extraordinary gathering of Skverer chassidim for a hachnassas sefer Torah, symbolizing a culmination of a seven-y...

Sam Ellenbogen, an Orthodox Jewish activist from Toms River, is poised to become the first Orthodox Jew in Ocean County to hold a county-wide office as he re...

Jewish communities face an existential threat due to climate change, with Trump's policy rollbacks exacerbating vulnerabilities. Key areas like Miami Beach a...

In a recent episode of the podcast "It's Who You Know!", host Michelle W. Malkin speaks with four accomplished Jewish community leaders who have recently ste...

Yehuda Kurtzer argues that the Trump administration's actions, particularly through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), undermine American democr...

Explore the evening routine of an Orthodox Jewish mother managing a large family and a career in this engaging video. Sonya shares the unfiltered reality of ...

Cindy Sher reflects on the immense challenges facing the world—including political polarization and disasters—through the lens of Jewish teachings, emphasizi...

Adam Milstein discusses a revitalization of Jewish activism in the wake of recent antisemitic threats. He highlights a new sense of urgency within the Jewish...

The article reports on the fatal stabbing of 70-year-old Arab Israeli Hassan Karim Dhamshe in Haifa, an incident treated by authorities as a terror attack am...

Yeshiva University's Maccabees have secured a place in the NCAA Division III men's basketball tournament after winning the Skyline Conference championship ag...

The Hartman Teen Fellowship, developed by the Shalom Hartman Institute, emphasizes the importance of engaging Jewish teens seriously as thinkers and leaders....

In response to increased antisemitic threats and prominent international events, like the October 7 Hamas attacks, some American Jews, including those who ma...

Israeli medical clowns are providing crucial support in healing both physical and psychological traumas of soldiers and civilians impacted by recent conflict...

Steve Bannon, a former advisor to Donald Trump, faced criticism for allegedly making a Nazi-like salute at a recent conference. Despite these accusations and...

In medieval Ashkenaz, Jewish communities played a significant role in commerce and economic life, navigating both opportunities and restrictions imposed by C...

The discussion on dating in the Jewish world, as presented by Dovi Neuburger, Eli Geller, Nechami Tenenbaum, and Rachel Pekarsky, offers an in-depth explorat...

Jewish history has been marked by migrations and expulsions, notably the expulsion from Spain in 1492, when Sultan Bayezid II welcomed Jewish refugees, contr...

Exploring the complexities surrounding the term 'Jew of Color,' this article reflects on the author's personal journey of rejecting this label despite meetin...

In light of recent events and longstanding cultural ties, the relationship between Black and Jewish communities in America faces challenges yet holds potenti...

Following the crisis triggered by events in Israel on October 7, Jewish-American communities have faced challenges in maintaining longstanding coalitions wit...

Israeli President Isaac Herzog reflects on the complex and evolving nature of Israeli society, underscoring the country's dynamic diversity as both a challen...

Recent surveys reveal a significant portion of Israeli voters feel politically homeless due to the entrenched polarization into two main blocs: those support...

A liberal Jewish teen from New York City reflects on their experience at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) with classmates from the Fieldst...

The ethos of freedom in the United States has both empowered and challenged American Jews, allowing for significant achievements yet contributing to increase...

Eldad the Danite emerged in the 9th century with tales of an independent Jewish kingdom possibly surviving beyond the historical memory of the Jewish exile. ...

Mourners gathered at Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv to honor Tsachi Idan, a beloved soccer fan and victim of Hamas captivity. Idan, a Hapoel Tel Aviv VIP sea...

Tsachi Idan, an Israeli hostage killed in captivity after being abducted during a Hamas attack, was mourned at a unique funeral in the Bloomfield Stadium, ho...

Yarden Bibas, a father whose family was tragically abducted and killed by Hamas, delivered a poignant eulogy that underscored personal responsibility amidst ...

The rabbi shortage crisis within the Jewish community could be alleviated by nurturing rabbinical talent among Jews of Color (JoC), who are currently underre...

The article details the challenging return to normalcy for Israelis living near the Lebanese border after a ceasefire following a war with Hezbollah. Focusin...

A recent Pew Research Center poll reveals a significant decline in prayer frequency among American Jews, with 58% now saying they hardly ever pray, a noticea...

Michael Levine, a key figure in the history of Jewish LGBTQ+ activism, passed away at the age of 81. He was one of the founding members of Congregation Beit ...

Shlomo Mantzur, a cherished 85-year-old resident of Kibbutz Kissufim, was tragically killed after being taken hostage by Hamas militants on October 7. A surv...

The short documentary, "A Protective Presence," captures a day in the life of Rabbi Arik Ascherman, who risks his safety to protect Palestinian farmers and c...

Following the tragic events of October 7, 2023, when the Bibas family was kidnapped by Hamas, the global Jewish community rallies around Yarden Bibas, who ha...

A Palestinian assailant carried out a car-ramming attack at an Israeli bus stop, critically injuring a 17-year-old girl and wounding 12 others. The incident,...

Aaron Twerski, reflecting on the conflict between the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and Chasidic schools, emphasizes the need for Chasidic educ...

Ditza Ohr's son Avinatan and his girlfriend Noa Argamani were taken hostage by Hamas during the Nova music festival in October 2023, drawing international at...

The Promised Podcast episode discusses the Israeli Defense Forces' internal investigation of the October 7 attacks and reflects on the documentary 'No Other ...

In Warsaw, archaeology students are reviving the city's main Jewish cemetery, a site with significant cultural and historical value. Established in 1806, it ...

Exploring the dual identity of Arab citizens in Israel, this video delves into the complexities faced by the 2.1 million Arabs who are Israeli by citizenship...

Israel faces a significant challenge with the emigration of its scientists and researchers, often referred to as a brain drain, which impacts its position as...

Global landmarks, including New York's Empire State Building and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, were illuminated in orange to honor Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir Bibas,...