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In this episode of the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" podcast, the focus is on a Soviet Jew who feels compelled to break their silence about person...

The episode serves as a brief announcement about a schedule change for the podcast's release. It informs listeners that the episode will be available on Thur...

A controversy ignited in the Jewish community of Thornhill, Ontario, where a new kosher market, Olive Branch, accused the manager of a nearby Sobeys of threa...

Jamie Geller, the chief communications officer for Aish, shares her experiences with microgiving, a fundraising approach that democratizes philanthropy by en...

A Muslim prayer room at New York University was vandalized with graffiti bearing the name of the Jewish fraternity Alpha Epsilon Pi, sparking widespread cond...

A recent study by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation reveals significant demographic shifts within Miami-Dade County's Jewish community, marking a 7% growth...

Zohran Mamdani, a far-left Democratic Socialist and candidate in the New York City mayoral race, continues to deepen concerns among Jewish communities with h...

Jeff Allen's incredible journey from a typical father to the winner of MrBeast's $10 million Beast Games is a tale of faith, perseverance, and love. What sta...

UJA-Federation of New York's headquarters in Midtown Manhattan was evacuated due to a compromised basement wall, leading to concerns about water infiltration...

Emily Tamkin discusses the controversial actions of the militant Zionist group Betar, which has started compiling lists of Diaspora Jews they believe should ...

Ethan Schwartz recounts the experience of his wife, Rabbanit Leah Sarna, facilitating the sale of hametz at their community in suburban Philadelphia, highlig...

Zabar's, the legendary Jewish grocery store on the Upper West Side known for its smoked fish and coffees, is part of Nordstrom's For Everything New York camp...

The article discusses various perspectives from readers responding to past issues of Mishpacha Magazine's Family First section. Topics include navigating the...

Readers of Mishpacha magazine provide various perspectives on contemporary Jewish life, revealing tensions between tradition and modernity. One letter critic...

Cindy Scarr's narrative, set in a Jewish educational environment, deftly explores the challenges faced by both students and teachers in a specialized classro...

Yitzchok Landa traveled to Greenland to gauge public sentiment regarding President Trump's proposition to annex the island and to explore its formidable land...

Rivka Campbell expresses gratitude towards The CJN, her producer, Michael Fraiman, and her listeners as she closes this chapter of her podcast journey. She i...

The article discusses recent reports of Palestinians in Gaza protesting against Hamas, a significant development given Hamas's oppressive control over the ar...

In the aftermath of the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel and the subsequent escalation of conflict, tensions between Jewish and Muslim communities have ...

The Dardik family's story explores themes of ideological and familial divergence as Aharon Akiva Dardik, growing up in a Zionist family, becomes an activist ...

The Dardik family shares their experiences dealing with ideological divergences after their son Aharon Akiva, a philosophy student and ceasefire activist, re...

The Dardik family's episode delves into the intricate dynamics of maintaining familial bonds amidst divergent views on Zionism and military service. The disc...

The legacy of the Baba Sali, Rav Yisrael Abuchatzeira, continues to draw people from around the world to his resting place in Netivot, where many seek miracl...

The article offers an intimate glimpse into the life and leadership of the Rebbe of Machnovka-Belz, Rav Yehoshua Rokeach, in Bnei Brak. Known for his humilit...

The article highlights the brutal suppression of anti-Hamas protests in Gaza, where demonstrators demanding the end of Hamas's regime faced severe retaliatio...

The Chabad-Lubavitch community in Brooklyn celebrated the co-naming of a street as Lubavitcher Rebbe Way, honoring their late leader Rabbi Menachem Mendel Sc...

The brief piece titled "Spice Box | Cash for Flesh" in Moment magazine invites readers to contribute original newspaper clippings, curiosities, and photograp...

Synagogues like Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, are increasingly turning to data-driven strategies to enhance community engagement and improve op...

Leading philanthropist Barry Finestone argues that Jewish communal resources should be focused more on building a vibrant Jewish identity than solely combati...

Yenta Serdatsky's short story "The Shopkeeper on East Broadway" explores the Jewish immigrant experience in New York City through the lens of an idealistic s...

Mira Balberg explores the complex dynamics between adult children and their aging parents through a personal lens, juxtaposing a self-help book she found wit...

Charlene Aminoff, a Jewish entrepreneur and spiritual speaker, shares her journey of faith and resilience after facing profound traumas. Fifteen years ago, h...

In a heartfelt narrative, Brooklyn-based musician Ben Lerner reflects on a performance he gave for Israeli boys who lost their fathers in the Gaza conflict. ...

The detainment of pro-Palestinian student Rmeysa Öztürk by ICE has stirred controversy at Tufts University, sparking reactions from Jewish students and commu...

A coalition of Jewish groups in Pennsylvania has denounced an act of vandalism targeting Gisele Fetterman's Free Store in Braddock, claiming it unjustly accu...

The tragic case of Naomi Elkins, who killed her two young children believing it would eradicate evil and bring the Messiah, underscores the importance of men...

Canary Mission, an organization known for its aggressive tactics against pro-Palestine activists, continues to receive funding from influential Jewish Americ...

The Trump administration has targeted Brown University with a proposed $500 million freeze in federal funding amidst efforts to combat antisemitism on campus...

Forest Rain reflects on the profound and layered trauma experienced by Israelis following the October 7th incident, drawing parallels with personal loss and ...

Good Deeds Day, initiated in 2007 by Israeli philanthropist Shari Arison, has evolved into a global event uniting people across different nations in acts of ...

This piece explores the potential of pluralism to strengthen Jewish identity by fostering deep engagements across different faiths and viewpoints. The author...

Natan Slifkin reflects on the legacy of his father, Professor Michael Slifkin, who balanced a successful scientific career with a commitment to Orthodox Jewi...

Loehmanns, the iconic off-price department store fondly regarded by many in the Jewish community, may be making a comeback as an online store. Although detai...

Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz discusses the dichotomy faced by Yeshiva University (YU) in acknowledging an LGBTQ+ student club, Hareni, under the constraints of Ortho...

As Jews gather for Passover, the themes of liberation and resilience are mirrored in the upcoming World Zionist Congress (WZC) elections, where American Jews...

Joshua Hoffman, representing the publication Future of Jewish, appeals for financial support to maintain their mission of providing insightful coverage on Ju...

The future of American Jews is at a crossroads, marked by both demographic growth and challenges to cultural continuity. New Pew data shows an increase in Je...

The article distinguishes between philanthropy and tzedakah, advocating for a Jewish communal focus on tzedakah over philanthropy. It argues that philanthrop...

The piece advocates for a transformative approach to Jewish philanthropy, proposing the concept of universal Jewish giving. It suggests that every Jewish ind...

Recent shifts highlight how Israel, now economically robust and with strong regional peace ties, doesn't require the same level of Diaspora financial support...