Communities

Chabad.org I Didnt Expect The Rebbe To Know THIS 21 Jan

This podcast episode discusses a unique interaction with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a pivotal figure in modern Chabad and Jewish leadership. The narrative emphas...

21 Jan

Forward How a Persian Jewish immigrant became the rodeo king of California 21 Jan

David Halimi, a Persian Jewish immigrant, has carved out a unique American success story in Chico, California, as a rodeo producer and entrepreneur. Arriving...

21 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Teaching about Iranian Jews today 21 Jan

Dan Osborn highlights the overlooked history of Iranian Jews, advocating for their inclusion in American educational curriculums to reflect a fuller picture ...

21 Jan

JTA Argentina’s chief Sephardic rabbi reaffirms century-old ban on local conversions, sparking backlash 21 Jan

Argentina's Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yosef Chehebar reaffirmed a century-old ban on local conversions, allowing them only if conducted in Israel. This move has ...

21 Jan

Mishpacha Just Like the Tish 20 Jan

Joey Newcomb's latest album, "HISkashrus," aims to capture the spiritual and communal experience of the tish gatherings led by Rav Itche Meir Morgenstern in ...

20 Jan

Mishpacha Urban Air 20 Jan

Cindy Scarr's article, "Urban Air," offers a humorous and relatable account of a family outing to an indoor trampoline park, exploring the joys and minor ann...

20 Jan

Rationalist Judaism The Fatal Consequences of Dangerous Disregard for Laws 20 Jan

Following the tragic deaths of two infants at an unlicensed daycare in Israel, significant attention is being drawn to the widespread issue of illegal chared...

20 Jan

JTA An earlier version of Mamdani’s response to pro-Hamas chants condemned the Jewish Defense League: Report 20 Jan

New York City Councilmember Zohran Mamdani faced criticism over his response to pro-Hamas chants at a protest outside a Queens synagogue. Initially, the dela...

20 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy A national student Shabbaton 20 years in the making 20 Jan

More than 300 Jewish student leaders from over 25 Canadian universities gathered in Toronto for a national Shabbaton, the first such event in nearly 20 years...

20 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026 20 Jan

In "Setting the agenda: 6 priorities for strengthening the Jewish community and Israel in 2026," leading philanthropic voices outline strategic priorities to...

20 Jan

Jewish Insider Mississippi’s Jewish community rallies after antisemitic arson 20 Jan

In a powerful display of resilience and unity, Mississippi's Jewish community came together for Shabbat services in a Baptist church after an antisemitic ars...

20 Jan

Tablet The Jewish Commune Fantasy 20 Jan

Kelsey Osgood explores the allure of a Jewish communal lifestyle, blending ideals of spirituality, self-sufficiency, and close-knit community living. Her hus...

20 Jan

Tablet I Did the Outreach New York Is Proposing. It Didn’t Work. 20 Jan

Ariel Goldstein critiques New York City's proposed initiative to address homelessness, drawing on her personal experience as a social worker in the field. Sh...

20 Jan

Chabad.org How This AFGHANI RABBI Became a DOCTOR IN JAPAN 19 Jan

Rabbi Dr. Hertsel Simantov's journey is a remarkable tale of cross-cultural experiences and achievements. Born and raised in Kabul, Afghanistan, he pursued h...

19 Jan

Chabad.org This Rabbi’s Medical Career Started In AFGHANISTAN 19 Jan

In "This Rabbi's Medical Career Started In Afghanistan," the podcast sheds light on the extraordinary journey of a rabbi whose medical career began in an unl...

19 Jan

Rationalist Judaism Zionist Baby-Killers? 19 Jan

In the aftermath of a tragic accident in Jerusalem, where two infants died due to toxic fumes at an unlicensed daycare, the response from charedi politicians...

19 Jan

Forward I was in a high school production of ‘Anne Frank’ — today in Minnesota, I feel her fear more than ever 19 Jan

Jared Zeigler reflects on the current tense climate in Minneapolis by drawing parallels to his experience as a high school actor in "The Diary of Anne Frank....

19 Jan

Forward Black and Jewish people were allies once. Can they be again? 19 Jan

With increasing antisemitism and hate crimes targeting African Americans, the Rekindle Fellowship and initiatives like the Exodus Leadership Forum are revivi...

19 Jan

Sonya's Prep Yearbook Pictures Where Did The Time Go 18 Jan

In a heartfelt family moment, a mother reflects on the passage of time as her daughter prepares for her yearbook graduation photos with a significant first—a...

18 Jan

Forward The Jewish women who kept Confederate graves from disappearing 18 Jan

The article delves into the historical efforts of Jewish women in Richmond, Virginia, who in 1866 established the Hebrew Ladies Memorial Association to care ...

18 Jan

JTA ‘We are not made of wood and paper’: Jackson synagogue marks first Shabbat after arson 18 Jan

After an arson attack targeted Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, the Jewish community gathered for a resilient Shabbat service at Northminste...

18 Jan

Future of Jewish If you can, please help us continue serving you. 18 Jan

Future of Jewish, a publication spearheaded by Joshua Hoffman, has been offering free insightful content on Judaism, Israel, and the broader Jewish world sin...

18 Jan

Kveller As a Jewish Mom in Minneapolis Right Now, ‘History Feels Too Close’ 16 Jan

In Minneapolis, Jewish residents are grappling with the increasing presence of ICE raids, drawing unsettling parallels between current events and historical ...

16 Jan

Forward How the chicken man of Crown Heights became a Hasidic St. Francis of Assisi 16 Jan

Daniel Yeroshalmi, a 21-year-old member of Chabad in Crown Heights, embodies a modern-day Francis of Assisi through his unique urban homestead just 300 feet ...

16 Jan

Chabad.org BONDI SURVIVOR Gives Thanks Where He Was Shot 16 Jan

This video documents a poignant moment as the Bondi survivor returns to the location where he was shot. He expresses gratitude for his survival and shares re...

16 Jan

Sam Aronow Judaism in Canada: Corrections, Omissions, and Questions 16 Jan

Sam Aronow explores the history and cultural contributions of Jewish communities across Canada. The video addresses various corrections and omissions from pr...

16 Jan

JTA After synagogue arson, Jackson’s Jews find solidarity, and complexity, at interfaith prayer service 16 Jan

In the aftermath of a devastating arson attack on Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, the local Jewish community found solidarity through an in...

16 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy How bridge-building through service can heal divides — and curb antisemitism 16 Jan

In an inspiring reflection on social cohesion, Cindy Greenberg, the president of Repair the World, highlights the transformative power of service as a tool t...

16 Jan

Jewish Insider Amy Acton became a household name in Ohio — now, she wants to be governor 16 Jan

Amy Acton, a former statewide health director known for her role during the COVID-19 pandemic, is running as a Democrat for governor of Ohio. With a focus on...

16 Jan

Forward What Jackson, Mississippi's only synagogue means to its city — in the wake of arson, and beyond 15 Jan

Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, has a history of resilience and community involvement dating back to its founding in 1875. Despite being ta...

15 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy Don’t wait for the next headline to support Jewish students 15 Jan

In the aftermath of the October 7 attacks involving Israel and Hamas, antisemitism has notably increased on college campuses, with a surge in incidents repor...

15 Jan

JTA Jerry Lippman was a Jewish newspaperman who refused to play by the rules 15 Jan

Jerry Lippman, late publisher of the Long Island Jewish World and the Manhattan Jewish Sentinel, is remembered for transforming Jewish journalism with his re...

15 Jan

18forty How Rav Kook and the Lubavitcher Rebbe Saw the Jewish People 15 Jan

Yosef Bronstein's article explores how Rav Kook and the Lubavitcher Rebbe perceive the relationship between the Jewish People and the Torah. Both leaders emp...

15 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy How the language of Jewish Peoplehood can move us forward from the current crisis 15 Jan

In light of the recent challenges facing Jews globally after the events of October 7, Shlomi Ravid highlights the need to refocus on the foundational aspects...

15 Jan

JTA Conservative Judaism’s new line on intermarriage is a great start. What comes next is key. 14 Jan

The Conservative/Masorti movement's recent report signifies a significant shift in its approach to interfaith relationships, moving from disapproval to engag...

14 Jan

Forward American Jews can't agree about anything — except Iran 14 Jan

In response to the ongoing protests in Iran, initiated by economic turmoil and escalating into widespread anti-regime demonstrations, Jews worldwide have uni...

14 Jan

JTA The hottest hangout for Jewish teens on the Upper East Side is — a kosher grocery store? 14 Jan

Ouris Market on New York's Upper East Side has become an unexpected hotspot for Jewish teens, thanks to its enticing array of kosher food items and savvy soc...

14 Jan

Unpacked The Jewish Community That Even Jews Don’t Understand 14 Jan

The video delves into the intricacies of Israel's Haredi community, often misunderstood within wider Jewish and secular circles. It addresses the stereotypes...

14 Jan

Forward The Holocaust Torah that survived a Mississippi synagogue fire was brought there by the state’s only survivor 14 Jan

The Torah from Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, showcases remarkable survival stories both past and present. Initially rescued from Prague, ...

14 Jan

Forward This California synagogue was just vandalized with anti-Zionist graffiti, one year after being destroyed by wildfire 14 Jan

The Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center in California, which was destroyed by the Eaton wildfire in January 2025, was recently vandalized with anti-Zionist gra...

14 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy The future of peacebuilding depends on bridging a growing generational divide 14 Jan

With the peacebuilding efforts between Israelis and Palestinians facing an increased generational divide post-October 7, 2023, the Arava Institute for Enviro...

14 Jan

eJewishPhilanthropy We finally have data on the rabbinate. The reactions are a dataset, too. 14 Jan

Data on the non-Haredi rabbinate and its pipeline, as revealed in "From Calling to Career: Mapping the Current State and Future of Rabbinic Leadership," has ...

14 Jan

Forward He sold a house to Justin Bieber. Now this LA investor has given Chabad $100M to build one of the world's largest Jewish centers. 14 Jan

Alon Abady, a Los Angeles real estate investor, has made a landmark donation of a $100 million office tower in Pico-Robertson to Chabad of California. This 1...

14 Jan

JTA Militant pro-Israel group Betar US to halt NY operations after settlement with state attorney general 14 Jan

Betar US, a militant pro-Israel group, has agreed to cease operations in New York after a settlement with New York's Attorney General, Letitia James, who fou...

14 Jan

JTA Rubble of Pasadena synagogue destroyed in wildfire is vandalized with anti-Zionist graffiti 13 Jan

The remains of the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center in Southern California, which were destroyed in last year's Eaton wildfire, were vandalized with anti-Zi...

13 Jan

Forward As protests grip Iran, fears grow for a Jewish New Yorker held prisoner there 13 Jan

As Iran faces significant protests, concern rises for Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Iranian Jew with American citizenship from Great Neck, New York, who has ...

13 Jan

Forward As protests grip Iran, fears grow for a Jewish New Yorker held prisoner there 13 Jan

Amid the escalating protests in Iran, the Jewish community faces increased danger, highlighted by the plight of Kamran Hekmati, an Iranian Jewish New Yorker ...

13 Jan

Forward The synagogue means something special to Southern Jews — which makes the Mississippi arson that much darker 13 Jan

The arson attack on Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, Mississippi, struck at the heart of the Southern Jewish community's identity. In regions where Jewis...

13 Jan

Jewdicious Mississippi Burning (learning) 13 Jan

The burning of Temple Beth Israel in Jackson, Mississippi, evokes a historical pattern of antisemitism but also underscores the deep roots and resilience of ...

13 Jan

Mishpacha Spiritual Interest 13 Jan

Shaar, an outreach program on the Shor Yoshuv Institute campus, is utilizing a unique approach by accommodating individuals' existing life commitments while ...

13 Jan