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This op-ed criticizes the misleading and distracting nature of a recent article that discusses Tennessee's new anti-drag laws in relation to Purim celebratio...

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) launched an internal investigation after Fox News criticized some of its educational materials for allegedly including progr...

Doug Mastriano, a controversial figure accused of antisemitic behavior during his 2022 Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign, is considering a 2024 Senate run ...

A photo of two girls dressed as a cop and prisoner for a Purim costume contest on the OnlySimchas website and Instagram page sparked controversy and concerns...

The author discusses their experience of being priced out of Jerusalem and finding a new home in Haifa. They highlight the different atmosphere and sense of ...

Mel Brooks, the iconic comic whose career spans decades, remains a subject of fascination in Jeremy Dauber's biography, "Disobedient Jew." Unlike many of his...

In this article, the author discusses the fate of the cat, Mouschi, in the stage production of The Diary of Anne Frank. Contrary to expectations, Mouschi was...

Judy Heumann, a renowned disability rights activist, had a profound impact on the lives of the author's two sons, one of whom has a rare genetic mutation. Th...

The article explores the complex relationship between Charles Dickens and antisemitism as reflected in his works. Morris Meyer, a journalist writing in the e...

Cabbage, a versatile and affordable vegetable, has long been a staple in Jewish cuisine across Europe, America, the Middle East, and beyond. It is a member o...

The author, Ellen Cassedy, reflects on her grandfather's stories about Rose Schneiderman, a Jewish activist who fought for the rights of garment industry wor...

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy visited the Hasidic communities in Rockland County's Monsey and New Square, where he met with prominent Orthodox Jewish leaders,...

The biography "Mel Brooks: Disobedient Jew" by Jeremy Dauber, as reviewed by Andrew Silow-Carroll, delves into the life and legacy of the legendary Mel Brook...

Scott Adams, the creator of the renowned comic strip Dilbert, has sparked controversy by questioning the veracity of the well-documented Holocaust death toll...

The article discusses the trend of Christian adaptations of the Purim story of Esther and their varying portrayals in movies. Despite being a Jewish tale, Ch...

Purim baskets, or mishloach manot, have evolved from simple gifts of hamantashen and fruit into elaborate, themed displays that reflect creativity and, often...

A recent poll conducted by Nishma Research reveals that while Orthodox Jews find their lifestyle fulfilling, there is a growing number of individuals who hol...

In this article, the author explores the humble yet versatile ingredient of raisins in Jewish cuisine. Raisins have been a beloved ingredient in Ashkenazi, S...

This audio explores why the Yiddish word for malaria, "malyarye," is considered humorous in Jewish culture. The discussion begins by highlighting the linguis...

A phase 1 trial is underway for an innovative treatment called LY3884961 targeting Gaucher disease, a genetic disorder that predominantly affects Ashkenazi J...

This article discusses the influence of American Jewish philanthropists on Israeli politics and the threat it poses to Israeli democracy. The author argues t...

This article discusses the impact of playing the role of Anne Frank in the play "The Diary of Anne Frank" on four young actors. The actors share how portrayi...

Hulu's "History of the World, Part II" revisits Mel Brooks' comedic legacy by giving a modern twist to his signature slapstick and irreverent humor. While Br...

The streaming wars between platforms like Netflix, HBO Max, and Hulu have resulted in an abundance of quality content, including an increase in Israeli TV sh...

Doron Krakow, President and CEO of JCC Association of North America, responds to an article that praises European Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) for their c...

This article discusses the significance of the name Vashti in Jewish and non-Jewish cultures. In the Purim story, Vashti is portrayed as a feminist hero for ...

Lewis R. Gordon, a renowned philosopher and head of the philosophy department at the University of Connecticut, has had a significant impact on Black history...

Adam McKinney, the incoming artistic director of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, has used dance as a way to explore his own Black, Jewish, and Native American...

Mel Brooks, at the age of 96, reflects on creating "The History of the World Part II," finally giving fans a sequel after 42 years. In an email interview, Br...

A violent day in the West Bank unfolded as two Israeli brothers were shot dead by a Palestinian gunman in Huwara, leading to retaliatory riots by Israeli set...

The documentary "Israelism" explores how American Jewish institutions have portrayed Israel, emphasizing loyalty to the IDF and downplaying the darker aspect...

Elinor Tatum, the current publisher of the New York Amsterdam News, has been living Black history her whole life, taking over the newspaper from her father i...

The California Briefing report focuses on the recent attack on the Orthodox Jewish community in Los Angeles. The author highlights three key points: First, t...

This article discusses the conversion of Sammy Davis Jr. to Judaism and the challenges he faced as a Black man in the racist world of mid-20th century comedy...

Celebrity chef and food influencer Eitan Bernath has partnered with the United Nations World Food Programme to raise awareness about global food insecurity. ...

Despite his reputation among some American Jews, Jimmy Carter should be remembered as a champion of the Jewish people. He played a crucial role in advancing ...

A Jewish couple is conflicted about whether to circumcise their son for medical and moral reasons. They feel that as Reform Jews, they already deviate from m...

The Israeli economy is experiencing significant negative effects as a result of Prime Minister Netanyahu's proposed judicial reforms. The Israeli shekel has ...

Shine A Light is a new campaign against rising antisemitism in the United States, backed by major foundations and led by the Kirsh family. It has garnered su...

Deborah Trapunsky, the founder of Lima's only Jewish bakery, Oh-jal, initially started baking challah for non-Jewish friends. The overwhelming response led h...

The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research is digitizing the Jewish Labor Bund archive, which includes 3.5 million pages of documents, photos, flyers, and corres...

Walter Mosley discusses his latest novel, Every Man a King, which features a Black detective investigating a white supremacist. Mosley, who is both Black and...

Members of a neo-Nazi hate group protested outside a Broadway play called Parade, which tells the story of Leo Frank, a Jewish man who was lynched in Georgia...

Silvia Wagensberg, a retired Spanish teacher and artist, has painted portraits of Yiddishists as part of her artistic expression. She became interested in Yi...

Jaime Tran, the man charged with shooting two Jewish men in Los Angeles, sent emails to his former dental school classmates accusing them of creating the COV...

Rabbi Mendy Wolff is orchestrating the return of 120 children and staff from the Mishpacha Orphanage in Odessa, Ukraine, to their homeland, after a year of r...

In her book "The Diary Keepers: World War II in the Netherlands, as Written by the People Who Lived Through It," Nina Siegal explores the diary-writing cultu...

The article discusses the recent changes being made to Roald Dahl's children's books in order to make them more inclusive. The changes include replacing gend...

Roald Dahl, while celebrated for his children’s books like “Matilda” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” harbored openly antisemitic sentiments that sta...

Jaime Thanh Tran, the suspect in the recent shootings of Jewish men in Los Angeles, targeted Jews for his attacks and had sent threatening messages to Jewish...