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The recent decision by school authorities in Jacksonville, Florida, to cancel a high school production of Paula Vogel's play "Indecent" is ironic. The play i...

The Golden Globes celebrated Jewish influence and legacy in Hollywood, with Steven Spielberg receiving extensive acclaim for his contributions, particularly ...

"SHTTL" offers a unique portrayal of a day in an Eastern European shtetl before its destruction during the Holocaust, focusing on the vibrant, complex commun...

The Vaad HaBadchanim, an Orthodox Jewish comedy troupe, organizes an annual Twitter competition to find the funniest "frum" tweet, celebrating insider Jewish...

This article discusses the conflation of Jews of color with the Hebrew Israelite movement, specifically the more radical and antisemitic factions of the move...

Hank Hoffman and Jonathan Yunger's film "The Offering" explores Jewish horror through the story of a Hasidic funeral director plagued by the demon Abyzou in ...

Protesters gathered outside the district office of Rep. George Santos in Queens, demanding his resignation amidst investigations into fabricating details of ...

Following Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, numerous accounts belonging to prominent antisemites and white supremacists have been reinstated on the platfor...

National Wake, a Black and Jewish punk band formed in South Africa during the late 1970s, defied apartheid by bringing together Black and white musicians who...

As more Jews opt for cremation, a practice traditionally seen as non-compliant with Jewish burial customs, a notable tension arises within the community. Whi...

After Pope Benedict XVI's death, there is a debate among Catholics about his legacy. Traditionalist Catholics, known as tradcaths, are claiming his legacy by...

Diane Keaton's extensive and diverse film career has left a significant cultural imprint over the past 50 years. Best known for her iconic role in "Annie Hal...

This article discusses the controversy surrounding George Santos, a politician who lied about his Jewish heritage and claimed that his grandparents were Holo...

A reader writes to The Forward's advice column, "Bintel," seeking guidance on how to handle a situation where their friends declined to take a rapid COVID-19...

The discussion in The Forward's morning briefing sheds light on the complexities within the Hebrew Israelites community through the voices of scholars Bruce ...

A new study warns that Israel could face a severe shortage of fresh water in the coming decades due to population growth. The study predicts that by 2065, Is...

A Munich high school, the Luisengymnasium, recently held a memorial ceremony honoring 20 Jewish young women who were students at the school during the Holoca...

Mikhl Yashinsky is at the forefront of the Yiddish revival movement, teaching the language to a new generation of enthusiasts and bringing Yiddish theater to...

Pope Benedict XVI's record on Jews is contentious. He joined the Hitler Youth and served in the Nazi military, although it is unclear if his membership was v...

Rolling Stone's updated list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time includes a notable presence of Jewish vocalists such as Barbra Streisand, Amy Winehouse,...

PJ Grisar humorously speculates on potential Jewish cultural trends and celebrity antics for 2023. His whimsical predictions span a range of pop culture scen...

Barbara Walters, who passed away at 93, holds a significant place in media history as the first Jewish and female co-host of an American news program, showca...

This article discusses Leonard Cohen's performance of a Yiddish folk song during his European tour in 1976. The song, titled "Az der rebe zingt" (When the Re...

In 2022, there seemed to be a noticeable increase in Jewish representation on TV, with shows exploring Jewish themes and culture in more depth. This shift is...

A video of a woman attempting to tear down antisemitic signs from a fence in Iowa went viral on TikTok, garnering support from online viewers. The police int...

Paris, renowned for its culture and romance, also bears the indelible marks of its darker history during World War II, particularly regarding the presence an...

The term "Jew-ish" has been in the spotlight recently, with public figures like George Santos and Kanye West using it to claim an identity that they aren't a...

In this personal essay, the author recounts their experience working as a psychologist for intellectually and emotionally challenged Hasidic children in a Ha...

Congressman-elect George Santos of New York, a Republican, is facing controversy after allegedly lying about his Jewish heritage and fabricating details of h...

George Santos, the congressman-elect whose resume and personal story has been discredited, maintains that he identifies as "Jew-ish" despite evidence showing...

Stan Lee, the co-creator of the Marvel Universe and creator of iconic superheroes like Spider-Man and the Hulk, was born to Jewish immigrants from Romania. W...

A Yiddish video clip about Jewish diners in a Chinese restaurant on Christmas has been released with Mandarin subtitles and shared on the Chinese video platf...

The Council of Centers on Jewish-Christian Relations (CCJR) has expressed concern about the possibility that certain Christian rhetoric during the Christmas ...

Israeli-American Jewish chef, Roy Shvartzapel, is credited with revolutionizing panettone, the Italian Christmas cake, in the United States through his busin...

The concept of 'Kwanzakkah,' a blend of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa celebrations, seeks to honor dual heritage for those who are both Black and Jewish, while also s...

The Forward, a Jewish publication, celebrates its 125th anniversary by creating a fictional Shabbat dinner with 125 influential American Jews from 1897 to 20...

The unidentified remains of at least one victim from Dachau, the Nazi concentration camp, were recently buried in a Jewish family's plot in Washington, D.C. ...

The article explores the cultural link between American Jews and Chinese food, particularly the tradition of eating Chinese food on Christmas. The researcher...

The Forward has released its list of the 125 most influential American Jews from 1897-2022 as part of its 125th anniversary celebration. The list includes a ...

Some Jewish Tesla owners are regretting their purchases due to Elon Musk's erratic social media behavior and insensitivity towards the impact on Jews. Since ...

The author recounts a trip to Sicily in search of the Jewish history of the region. Despite initial skepticism from locals, they uncover evidence of a once-t...

Video game designer Luc Bernard is creating "The Light in the Darkness," the first game aiming to accurately portray the Holocaust. Unlike typical video game...

The article explores the fear and traditions surrounding Christmas among Jews. In the early 20th century, Jewish immigrants adopted Christmas as an American ...

In a poignant address to the U.S. Congress, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a Jewish leader, invoked themes of resilience reminiscent of the Hanukka...

On Christmas Day, Tamar Manasseh, a Jewish woman from Chicago, organizes a gift-giving caravan to distribute toys to children and families in poor neighborho...

Congressman-elect George Santos' claim of having Jewish grandparents who fled Europe during World War II appears to be untrue, according to genealogy website...

In this funny skit by YidLife Crisis, Jamie Elman and Eli Batalion comically depict the Jewish tradition of eating at a Chinese restaurant on Christmas. The ...

The concept of 'nepotism babies'—children who benefit from the fame or success of their parents—is explored humorously through a biblical lens by PJ Grisar. ...

Mat Ishbia, a mortgage-lending entrepreneur, who played basketball for his hometown Maccabi team, has purchased the Phoenix Suns for $4 billion, including th...

George Washington University has cleared the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter and its leader of any wrongdoing in an incident where anti-Zioni...