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Forward The real Kanye West scandal everyone is missing 13 Oct 2022
In an interview on Tucker Carlson Tonight, Kanye West made antisemitic comments about Jared Kushner's work with Israel, implying that Jews can't make anythin...
13 Oct 2022
Forward Sukkot makes me dream of a beef tagine with quinces 13 Oct 2022
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13 Oct 2022
Forward Miriam Adelson won’t take sides in the next presidential primary, shunning Trump and other GOP contenders 13 Oct 2022
Miriam Adelson, the widow of influential GOP donor Sheldon Adelson, has declared her neutrality in the 2024 Republican presidential primary. Known for her si...
13 Oct 2022
Forward Was this Jewish prayer book printed before the Gutenberg Bible? 13 Oct 2022
Moshe Rosenfeld believes he has discovered the first printed book in the West, a siddur (Jewish prayer book) from 1444, predating Johannes Gutenberg's printi...
13 Oct 2022
Forward In a first, New York state declares a Hasidic school’s education inadequate 12 Oct 2022
In a historical move, New York State has declared a Hasidic boys school in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood inadequate in providing basic secular educati...
12 Oct 2022
Forward Tucker Carlson applauded Kanye West's 'bold' beliefs — but he edited out a lot of antisemitism 11 Oct 2022
Kanye West, now known as Ye, has drawn significant criticism for his recent antisemitic statements on social media and during an interview with Tucker Carlso...
11 Oct 2022
Forward Moroccan fish tagine and carrot salad help complete Judaism’s best holiday 11 Oct 2022
This article discusses the Jewish holiday of Sukkot and the author's experience celebrating it. Sukkot is a holiday where people eat outdoors in temporary sh...
11 Oct 2022
Forward Back from the dead — the resuscitation of an artwork that wasn't supposed to last 11 Oct 2022
Eva Hesse's seminal artwork, Expanded Expansion, was put into storage at the Guggenheim Museum due to its fragile state. Originally deemed unexhibitable in t...
11 Oct 2022
Forward How Columbus brought America its first Jew 10 Oct 2022
Luis de Torres, the first Jew in the Americas, accompanied Christopher Columbus on his voyage as a translator in the hopes of encountering descendants of the...
10 Oct 2022
Forward Behind the swankiest new hotel on the Lower East Side, a swanky Jewish history 7 Oct 2022
The Lower East Side's Jarmulowsky Bank building has been transformed into Nine Orchard, a luxurious hotel that contrasts sharply with the area's historical i...
7 Oct 2022
Forward Meet the artist behind the new Hanukkah postage stamp 6 Oct 2022
Jeanette Kuvin Oren, an artist renowned for her Judaic art, has designed the U.S. Postal Service's new Hanukkah stamp, the first since 2020. This stamp, insp...
6 Oct 2022
Forward Nazi monuments removed amid ongoing Forward investigation 6 Oct 2022
The Forward's ongoing investigation has uncovered numerous monuments around the world that honor individuals involved in the Holocaust. Many of these monumen...
6 Oct 2022
Forward In Lena Dunham's latest, a medieval teen gets a girlboss makeover she doesn't need 4 Oct 2022
In Lena Dunham's film adaptation of Karen Cushman's book, "Catherine, Called Birdy," the portrayal of the medieval teenage protagonist loses some of the dept...
4 Oct 2022
Forward In London, an antisemitism scandal has sparked a play about antisemitism. Is it helping? 4 Oct 2022
The Royal Court Theatre in London has sparked an antisemitism scandal by mounting a play called "Rare Earth Mettle," in which the central figure was a power-...
4 Oct 2022
Forward In 'Leopoldstadt,' Tom Stoppard shows that there's a difference between a Jew of culture and a cultural Jew 3 Oct 2022
"Leopoldstadt," a play by Tom Stoppard, explores the difference between a Jew of culture and a cultural Jew. Set in Vienna from the late 19th century to the ...
3 Oct 2022
Forward In 'Leopoldstadt,' Tom Stoppard shows that there's a difference between a Jew of culture and a cultural Jew 3 Oct 2022
Tom Stoppard's play "Leopoldstadt" explores themes of assimilation, Jewish identity, and cultural alienation through the story of a Jewish family in Vienna f...
3 Oct 2022
Forward ‘He sounds like a child’: What Trump really thought of Kushner, and more highlights from Maggie Haberman’s new book 3 Oct 2022
Maggie Haberman's new book "Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America" provides a candid look into Donald Trump's presidency, re...
3 Oct 2022
Forward Is William Shatner’s ‘Life of Awe’ the memoir we need now? 2 Oct 2022
William Shatner's latest memoir, "Boldly Go: Reflections on a Life of Awe and Wonder," offers a contemplative look at his life and experiences. Shatner explo...
2 Oct 2022
Forward This non-Jewish nanny knows more about keeping kosher than you 30 Sep 2022
This article discusses the experiences of Adriana Fernandez, a non-Jewish nanny who has become knowledgeable about Jewish customs and traditions through her ...
30 Sep 2022
Forward Biden to Jewish audience: ‘I probably went to shul more than many of you did’ 30 Sep 2022
At a Rosh Hashanah reception at the White House, President Joe Biden highlighted his longstanding connection with the Jewish community, humorously noting his...
30 Sep 2022
Forward Why Mort Sahl should be the next host of ‘The Daily Show’ 30 Sep 2022
The author argues that Mort Sahl, the late comedian known for his political commentary, should be the next host of The Daily Show. The author proposes a holo...
30 Sep 2022
Forward How the Manischewitz gets made — a behind-the-scenes taste of America’s most iconic kosher wine 29 Sep 2022
Manischewitz wine, a staple during Jewish holidays, is made in a unique process known as Kosher Crush where all the wine for the year is produced in a single...
29 Sep 2022
Forward Sandy Koufax wouldn’t play on Yom Kippur. Neither would another ace Jewish pitcher. 29 Sep 2022
While Sandy Koufax has been celebrated for refusing to pitch on Yom Kippur during the 1965 World Series, former Cubs pitcher Ken Holtzman also upheld Jewish ...
29 Sep 2022
Forward As Pride club takes on Yeshiva University, LGBTQ students at other religious colleges take notice 28 Sep 2022
The struggle for LGBTQ recognition at Yeshiva University (YU) has become emblematic for other students facing similar challenges at religious institutions. Y...
28 Sep 2022
Forward Pennsylvania GOP nominee’s campaign contribution spotlights association with antisemitic platform 28 Sep 2022
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano for accepting a campaign donation from Andrew ...
28 Sep 2022
Forward Could the High Holidays be affecting the stock market? 23 Sep 2022
Art Cashin, director of floor operations at UBS Financial Services, suggests that the recent stock market plunge may be influenced by traditional cycles, som...
23 Sep 2022
Forward Finally, a cooking strategy to cut hours off your meal prep time (even on Rosh Hashanah) 23 Sep 2022
Dini Klein, author of the cookbook Prep + Rally, shares her strategy for reducing stress during meal prep. She found that by spending an hour or so on Sunday...
23 Sep 2022
Forward Need a quick breakfast recipe for Rosh Hashanah morning? We've got you covered 23 Sep 2022
Dini Klein shares her recipe for a delicious breakfast loaf that can also be made into muffins. She worked on perfecting the recipe to make it moist, fluffy,...
23 Sep 2022
Forward Why right-wing Christian politicians are blowing the shofar 22 Sep 2022
The use of the shofar by right-wing Christian politicians, particularly in the United States, is raising controversy among Jewish communities. Increasingly, ...
22 Sep 2022
Forward Nazi sympathizer who stormed Capitol on Jan. 6 sentenced to 4 years in prison 22 Sep 2022
Timothy Hale-Cusanelli, a former Navy contractor and ex-Army reservist who participated in the January 6, 2021 riot at the U.S. Capitol, has been sentenced t...
22 Sep 2022
Forward Readers share how they turn Saturday into Shabbat 22 Sep 2022
In this article, readers share how they observe Shabbat in different ways. Some examples include a rabbi making special hot chocolate with Torah story-themed...
22 Sep 2022
Forward This vintage video of a Jewish boys choir has gone viral on TikTok — and it's a joy to watch 22 Sep 2022
A vintage video of the Miami Boys Choir singing the Hebrew song "Yerushalayim" has gone viral on TikTok, garnering millions of views. Non-Jewish TikTok users...
22 Sep 2022
Forward A Long Island synagogue’s renovations uncover a massive work of art 22 Sep 2022
During renovations at the Merrick Jewish Centre in Merrick, New York, a massive sculpture was uncovered behind a mirrored wall in the lobby. The relief sculp...
22 Sep 2022
Forward High Holiday event honors the early 20th century Black female cantor 22 Sep 2022
Shahanna McKinney-Baldon, an African American female cantor, will pay tribute to Goldye Steiner, an early 20th-century black cantor who performed Jewish litu...
22 Sep 2022
Forward How does one buy sustainable lox? 21 Sep 2022
In this article, Rob Snyder, the Chief People and Sustainability Officer at Acme Smoked Fish Corporation, responds to a previous article about the sustainabi...
21 Sep 2022
Forward The secret Jewish history of Bruce Springsteen 21 Sep 2022
Bruce Springsteen's music, career, and personal associations have long intrigued Jewish fans who detect a strong connection to Jewish culture and themes. Tho...
21 Sep 2022
Forward For fear of catching COVID, some synagogue members still plan on a virtual Rosh Hashanah 20 Sep 2022
As synagogues plan for in-person Rosh Hashanah services, some members continue to prefer attending virtually due to fear of catching COVID-19. Many synagogue...
20 Sep 2022
Forward Are Jews who play baseball on the High Holidays really cursed? 20 Sep 2022
Howard M. Wasserman explores the idea of a "Koufax Curse," where Jewish baseball players who participate in games on Yom Kippur allegedly bring bad luck to t...
20 Sep 2022
Forward The Space Force's official song sounds like something Mel Brooks wrote 20 Sep 2022
The U.S. Space Force, established in 2019 by Donald Trump, recently debuted its official song, "Semper Supra." This military branch, while initially drawing ...
20 Sep 2022
Forward So, where does the fascist 'Sieg Heil' salute come from anyway? 19 Sep 2022
The article discusses the origins of the fascist "Sieg Heil" salute and its connections to American hate groups. The recent Trump rally in which supporters r...
19 Sep 2022
Forward When Trump supporters gave him the finger, was it really a Nazi salute? 19 Sep 2022
At a recent Trump rally in Ohio, supporters raised their index fingers in the air, leading to speculation about whether this gesture was a form of hate speec...
19 Sep 2022
Forward VIDEO: Watch us prepare tzimmes for Rosh Hashanah that's not overly sweet 18 Sep 2022
This video demonstrates how to make tzimmes, a traditional stew often served for Rosh Hashanah. Tzimmes typically includes carrots, sweet fruits, and vegetab...
18 Sep 2022
Forward DeSantis campaign ad features Christian nationalist pastor with antisemitic views 18 Sep 2022
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis faced criticism after his reelection campaign released an ad featuring Pastor Larry Jinks, known for his antisemitic views. Jin...
18 Sep 2022
Forward At the Harvard of China, something brand nu — a class in Yiddish 18 Sep 2022
Yang Meng, one of only a few Chinese academics fluent in Yiddish, recently taught the first Yiddish class ever at Peking University in Beijing. The class att...
18 Sep 2022
Forward Yeshiva University suspends all student clubs after SCOTUS denies its request to block LGBTQ group 16 Sep 2022
Yeshiva University (YU) has suspended all student clubs amidst a legal battle over recognizing an LGBTQ student group, the Y.U. Pride Alliance. This decision...
16 Sep 2022
Forward Germany’s public broadcaster mandates that all employees support Israel’s right to exist 16 Sep 2022
Germany's public broadcaster, Deutsche Welle (DW), has updated its code of conduct to require employees to support Israel's right to exist. This change came ...
16 Sep 2022
Forward PA governor race: Mastriano attacks Shapiro for going to Jewish day school 15 Sep 2022
In the heated Pennsylvania governor race, Republican candidate Doug Mastriano criticized his Democratic opponent, Josh Shapiro, for his Jewish education and ...
15 Sep 2022
Forward How the Jewish establishment helps fund Hasidic yeshivas 15 Sep 2022
The Jewish establishment, including the UJA-Federation of New York and the Jewish Education Project, funds and supports Jewish schools in the region, includi...
15 Sep 2022
Forward Ignoring the New York Times’ yeshiva report doesn’t help Hasidic boys like mine 15 Sep 2022
Beatrice Weber, a former Hasidic wife and mother of ten, responds to the New York Times report on the deficiencies within Hasidic yeshiva education. While ma...
15 Sep 2022
Forward Kushner offered to pay to get the Abraham Accords ceremony on White House lawn, a new book reports 15 Sep 2022
A recent book, "The Divider," by journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser, reveals behind-the-scenes details about the signing ceremony of the Abraham Accor...
15 Sep 2022