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Arielle Angel hosts a discussion on Chabad Lubavitch's controversial embrace of Itamar Ben-Gvir during his U.S. visit and the broader implications for its id...

Eric Fingerhut discusses with Jewish leaders the complexities of Jewish community building, focusing on finding joy among challenges like grief, antisemitism...

The Sunset Community Garden in Queens, known for requiring members to oppose Zionism as part of their membership values, faces license termination from the N...

Hosts Avi Finegold, Yedida Eisenstat, and Matthew Leibl, joined by special guest Phoebe Maltz Bovy, discuss recent findings on intermarriage trends among Can...

The Sunset Community Garden in Ridgewood, Queens, is facing the revocation of its city license due to a controversial membership policy demanding that member...

South Africa's Chief Rabbi, Warren Goldstein, initially supported President Donald Trump for his pro-Israel stance and criticism of the South African governm...

A federal judge ruled that the arrest of Efe Ercelik, a Turkish student charged with violence at a UMass Hillel vigil, was heavily influenced by the militant...

In a disturbing incident in a predominantly Jewish suburb of Cleveland, a man checked out and then burned numerous library books on Jewish history, including...

Natan Slifkin critically examines the issue of charedi draft evasion in Israel, focusing on recent actions by the Military Police to arrest draft-dodgers and...

In response to rising antisemitism and the need for Jewish continuity, the importance of Jewish day schools is highlighted as a cornerstone for building a vi...

Emphasizing Judaism's rich tradition of valuing debate, this article from the sapir journal introduces its mission to provoke thoughtful discussion and encou...

Reflecting on the persistent challenge of antisemitism, this piece draws parallels between the historical success of the March of Dimes in combating polio an...

American Jewry's historic allegiance to the Democratic Party, based on a shared commitment to progressive causes, is facing a challenge as internal tensions ...

In October 2023, amid rising antisemitism on university campuses, Jewish students at Brown University faced harassment from peers and faculty, as highlighted...

Since October 2023, American museums have witnessed demonstrations similar to those on university campuses, with protesters calling for boycotts against Isra...

In a detailed interview for Sapir's Activism issue, Bret Stephens speaks with Iranian-American activist Mehdi Yahyanejad about his efforts to promote free ex...

Reflecting on the enduring resonance of Charles Dickens' famous line, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times," this publisher's note contrasts ...

Rabbi Eli Portal, having overcome a life-altering ATV accident at a young age, now dedicates his life to mentoring others in the Jewish community facing adve...

Newark International Airport has experienced multiple radar and communication outages over the past two weeks, causing significant delays and flight cancella...

For the first time, the Jewish National Fund (JNF), also known as Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael (KKL), has contributed $100,000 to support New York City's Israel D...

Zellnor Myrie, a New York City mayoral candidate, seeks to gain support from Orthodox Jewish voters by prioritizing community-centric issues like affordable ...

Liza Libes recounts her transformation from a secular Jew indifferent to her heritage to a fervent Zionist influenced by her friendships and life experiences...

The election of Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago-born graduate of Villanova University, presents a unique opportunity for Jewish-Catholic relations. While Leo XIV lac...

In New York City, a new trend of hosting Shabbat dinners at restaurants is gaining popularity among the Jewish community post-October 7, amidst a growing des...

The proposed Stand with Israel Act, backed by Republican senators, aims to cut American funding to UN agencies that exhibit bias against Israel, particularly...

A collection of responses to Mishpacha Magazine articles addresses diverse issues affecting the Jewish community. One response critiques an article about fin...

Leah Koenig reflects on the fracture and attempted repair within Jewish and progressive communities, both in real life and online, over contentious issues, p...

The ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, accentuated by President Trump's on-off tariff policies, have significantly affected Jewish e-commerce...

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Biblical Museum of Natural History, a significant milestone for founder Natan Slifkin. The museum, which bridges ...

In the aftermath of escalating tensions since October 2023 and further polarized by the 2024 U.S. election, the Jewish community is at a pivotal moment. The ...

In the face of existential threats and rising antisemitism, the Jewish community is urged to foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity without forgoing t...

Sharona embarks on a journey to Syria, joining a delegation of Jews of Syrian descent to visit the grave of Rav Chaim Vital despite recent grave vandalism. H...

Zalman Yudkin's life story exemplifies resilience and dedication to Jewish faith even under oppressive regimes. Born in 1925 in Riga, he endured the brutalit...

The article details the anticipated release of Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American IDF soldier abducted by Hamas, highlighting the relentless efforts of U.S....

Shulem Deen, a former member of the Ultra-Orthodox Skvera Hasidic community, discusses his transition from faith to no faith, and the complexities of being '...

The collection of letters in this issue of the magazine reflects a myriad of concerns and perspectives within the Jewish community. Topics range from the rig...

Givat Haviva, Israel's largest organization dedicated to fostering Jewish-Arab shared society, faced an unprecedented challenge following the October 7, 2023...

Keith Siegel, a former hostage who was held captive in Gaza for 484 days, is bringing his now-famous pancake recipe to New York City for a special pop-up eve...

Edan Alexander, who was taken hostage and later freed from Gaza, experienced a remarkable liberation coinciding with Pesach Sheni, the Jewish holiday symboli...

In Tenafly, New Jersey—a town teeming with Israeli influence—the release of Edan Alexander from Hamas captivity after 580 days sparked a wave of jubilation a...

Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey expressed joy over the release of Edan Alexander, a local IDF soldier captured by Hamas and held for 584 days. Alexander's...

Sweden uniquely supports Yiddish as an official minority language, which has led to a flourishing of Yiddish culture within the country. With governmental ba...

Rabbi Sholom Lipskar, of blessed memory, was renowned for his innovative approach to community building, particularly within the Chabad movement. His methods...

Peter Beinart reflects on the changes in discourse surrounding Israel and Palestine over the years in the context of his book tour for "Being Jewish After th...

Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old from Tenafly, NJ, was celebrated by his community after being released from Hamas captivity, following a U.S.-negotiated deal. ...

Twin brothers Sammy and Leo Marcus from Winnipeg investigated the dangers of noise pollution in public washrooms, revealing that many automatic devices excee...

Over the past decade, significant progress has been made in addressing leadership challenges within the Jewish nonprofit sector. Initially faced with a short...

Alter Yisrael Shimon Feuerman reflects on a leisurely afternoon at a Montclair, NJ baseball field, where he, an Orthodox Jew, participates in an impromptu ga...

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is committed to offering free access to insightful content about Judaism, Israel, and the global Jewish experience, ...

Uriah Lee, originally named Cormac, narrates his unique journey of discovering his Jewish heritage and embracing it against a backdrop of contrasting culture...