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The Bintel Brief advice column addresses a sensitive inquiry about a rabbi's attendance at a sex party, questioning the boundaries of personal conduct expect...

As Kamala Harris accepted her nomination as Vice President, the Democratic National Convention included a heartfelt tribute from her family, featuring her Je...

Lieutenant John Withers, an African American soldier in the segregated US Army, risked his future to provide shelter for two Holocaust survivors, Shlomo Josk...

The Forward, a socialist newspaper, covered the Great Depression and the Bowery district in New York City. During the Depression, selling apples became a pop...

YIVO, an organization that promotes Yiddish language and culture, successfully completed its largest-ever Yiddish summer program, despite the challenges pose...

The New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is asking 2021 City Council candidates to pledge not to travel to Israel if elected, ...

This article discusses a letter from the Legacy Bintel Brief column, which was originally published in 1906 and offered advice to Jewish immigrants in the Un...

Kamala Harris, the U.S. Vice President and wife of Jewish attorney Douglas Emhoff, has a Yiddish nickname, "Momala," affectionately given by her step-childre...

Left-wing activist groups are calling for a boycott of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a Jewish advocacy organization, through a campaign called "Drop the ...

Conservative pundit Ben Shapiro has sparked controversy by criticizing the explicit lyrics of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's hit song "WAP." In a video se...

Seth Rogen's new movie, An American Pickle, explores the history of pickling and its significance in Jewish immigrant culture. The early 20th-century Jewish ...

The author shares her love for Tunisian couscous and her desire to learn how to cook it authentically from her Tunisian Auntie Brigitte. She reflects on the ...

QAnon, a conspiracy theorist known for promoting various conspiracy theories, has been accused of having anti-Semitic undertones. QAnon followers have been f...

PJ Grisar examines the interfaith and multicultural essence of the Muppets, highlighting the significant Jewish influences behind their creation and success....

Ruth Glosser, the grandmother of senior Trump adviser Stephen Miller, passed away on July 4, 2020, with her death certificate citing respiratory arrest due t...

The Forward, a Jewish newspaper, has a long history of involvement in summer camps for Jewish children. They sponsored camps, raised funds, and featured stor...

Jewish creators on TikTok have been facing a significant amount of anti-Semitism on the platform, alongside hate for other minority groups. Despite this hatr...

Jonathan Glazer's latest project, "Strasbourg 1518," is a 10-minute short film that explores the phenomenon of a historical dancing sickness that took place ...

A new wave of public intellectuals, including John McWhorter, Thomas Chatterton Williams, Kmele Foster, and others, are challenging the dominant narrative of...

The Forward recently highlighted the historical Workers Circle picnics for the local socialist party that were widely attended and supported by members of th...

Synagogues are grappling with financial challenges as they prepare for the High Holidays amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Traditionally, ticket sales, membership ...

Bob Dylan's latest album, "Rough and Rowdy Ways," is hailed by Anthony DeCurtis as Dylan's best since his 1975 masterpiece, "Blood on the Tracks." The discus...

Len Berk, a longtime employee at Zabar's famous lox counter, humorously documents the diverse personalities he encounters in his day-to-day life at the store...

The Pride of Judea Childrens Home was a Jewish Brooklyn orphanage that operated from 1923 to 1958. The home provided a summer beach vacation for its resident...

Peter Beinart, a prominent Jewish American commentator, recently wrote two essays advocating for a one-state, bi-national solution to the Israeli-Palestinian...

Dr. Richard Simms, an African American dentist, became a prominent art collector specializing in the works of Käthe Kollwitz after an encounter with one of h...

Michael Weiner argues for the removal of the Arch of Titus in Rome, drawing parallels between it and the statues of historical figures that represent oppress...

Conservative news outlets, including The Jerusalem Post and Jewish News Syndicate, unknowingly published opinion pieces by fake columnists as part of a propa...

In this piece, PJ Grisar explores the decision of the Ayn Rand Institute, known for its criticism of government intervention and entitlements, to accept betw...

In the aftermath of World War II, the Jewish population in Frankfurt, Germany was reduced from 30,000 to just 100. Over time, the community has re-emerged as...

In this piece, PJ Grisar critiques former President Donald Trump’s proposed "National Garden of American Heroes," highlighting its contentious selection of h...

Jonathan D. Sarna discusses the complex legacy of Woodrow Wilson in relation to Jewish history, highlighting Wilson's positive actions towards Jews such as s...

The Forward has contributed to the new Urban Archive app, which makes historical materials accessible. In celebration of the Fourth of July, they have assemb...

Anne Cohen's article presents four historical intersections between Jewish history and the American Independence Day. She highlights figures such as Francis ...

Carl Reiner, a legendary figure in American comedy, passed away at 98, leaving behind a legacy that spanned over five decades. A pioneering force in televisi...

Sybil Adelman Sage reflects on her fulfilling experience working as Carl Reiner's secretary, highlighting his genuine kindness and mentorship that transcende...

Samantha Zerin's journey to come out as transgender was a deeply personal and impactful transition not only for her but also for the community at Temple Eman...

Amid calls to remove a statue of St. Louis due to his history of persecuting Jews and Muslims, the Archdiocese of St. Louis defended the saint, emphasizing h...

The Last of Us Part II, a recently released hit survival horror video game, features a notable Jewish character named Dina. Co-director Neil Druckmann confir...

The Keti Koti Table, an interracial reconciliation celebration, draws inspiration from the Jewish Passover Seder to commemorate the abolition of Dutch slaver...

Coney Island holds a special place in the hearts of Jewish immigrants who arrived in New York in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It was a popular getaway ...

The article explores the enduring legacy and profound impact of Anne Frank, highlighting her life, her diary, and her tragic fate during the Holocaust. Anne ...

Mel Gibson's history of antisemitic remarks and actions is traced from his family's beliefs to his public statements and film projects. The timeline begins w...

Activists in St. Louis are considering changing the city's name, which was named after King Louis IX, known for anti-Semitic actions such as expelling Jewish...

Tamar Manasseh, a Black Jewish woman, took it upon herself to tackle gun violence in her community by setting up a presence on a street corner in Englewood, ...

Bruce Springsteen recognizes the significant contributions of Jewish songwriter Abel Meeropol, particularly highlighting his tracks "Strange Fruit" and "The ...

In the wake of protests against racism, activists have highlighted American monuments honoring anti-Semites such as Gen. George S. Patton, Henry Ford, Charle...

Caroline Calloway recently discussed her post of an antisemitic meme and attributed her desensitization to anti-Semitic imagery to her upbringing with childr...

Steven L. Pomerantz refutes accusations that ties between U.S. and Israeli law enforcement contribute to police brutality in America. As the architect behind...

Frank Crosswaith, a prominent African-American labor organizer and socialist leader, is highlighted on Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the end of slavery i...