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Jessica Jacobs' poetry collection "Unalone" delves into the Torah portions in Genesis, presenting poetic responses to each, blending interpretive, personal, ...

In the late 19th century, the Russian Empire was home to the largest Jewish population, but violent pogroms led to massive emigration to escape persecution. ...

The text discusses the author's experience during reserve duty on the Lebanese border, reflecting on missed opportunities for strategic foresight and decisiv...

Winston Marshall, co-founder of Mumford & Sons, transitioned from music to organizing a thought symposium, Dissident Dialogues, aiming to foster a community ...

Vice President Harry S. Truman delivered a Passover address in 1945, praising Jewish contributions to ethics and expressing gratitude for their resilience an...

"King Khat" explores the story of an Israeli scientist named Gabi who, fascinated by the psychoactive effects of the khat plant, synthesizes its active subst...

The text emphasizes the escalating threat from Iran to Israel through various proxy wars and its nuclear program. It questions Iran's motives for openly atta...

The author reflects on her experience attending her first Yizkor service in 1982 as a child and her more recent attendance following her mother's death in 20...

The text pays homage to the poet Paul Celan and reflects on the impact of the Holocaust. It describes a journalist's encounter with young Germans who had lim...

The text discusses a panel where a participant grapples with feeling sympathy for both Israelis and Palestinians affected by conflict. The author argues that...

The Passover Seder, a night of questions and reflections, takes place against the backdrop of current events, such as Israel's conflict with Hamas, making in...

Alex Garland's new film "Civil War" depicts a dystopian future where a third-term U.S. president dissolves the FBI, leading to an authoritarian state and a v...

The text discusses the concept of the "Cyber City" as the next stage of urban evolution, contrasting it with the current "Car City" paradigm. It highlights h...

In February 2024, a study was conducted with 90 Jewish poets and translators, focusing on the definition of Jewish poetry in contemporary America and the rec...

The text discusses the impressive achievements of Jewish hockey player Zach Hyman, who joined the Edmonton Oilers in 2021 and has become a top scorer in the ...

Robert Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign and his association with civil rights and labor leader Cesar Chavez have sparked both support and resistance. Kenn...

In "Where Have All the Democrats Gone?" by John Judis and Ruy Texeira, the authors critique the Democratic Party's approach of potentially ignoring working-c...

The University of California, Berkeley Law professor Catherine Fisk and her husband, Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, faced controversy when student Malak Afaneh clai...

Mara Bernstein, a vintage jewelry enthusiast, transitioned from publishing to launching Pennyweight Prizefighter, a vintage jewelry business specializing in ...

Edmund Wilson, a prominent literary critic, delved into the study of Hebrew in the 1950s, merging his familial connections to Presbyterian and scholarly trad...

The poem delves into the world of religious Judaism, touching on themes like the Torah, Talmud, observance, commentary, and prayer before abruptly stripping ...

Ron Shemer, a nature lover and devoted family member from Lod, Israel, was tragically killed at the Nova music festival by terrorists from Gaza. Despite esca...

Juan Gelman, a renowned Latin American poet, was a Yiddish speaker known for his leftist views that opposed Argentina's military dictatorship. Forced into ex...

In 1984, a legal case involving the Sabbath rights of employees in Connecticut brought attention to the religious implications of labor laws. A Sunday-observ...

Tucker Carlson, known for his America First stance, criticized Israel for mistreating Christians, interviewing Pastor Munther Isaac who lives under the Pales...

The article highlights the historical alliance between Blacks and Jews in promoting human rights and their shared love for jazz, focusing on the relationship...

In San Francisco's Hayes Valley, a modern-day salon called The Commons is reimagining intellectual and spiritual gatherings, attracting young professionals s...

The author resigned from their position at the DC Abortion Fund (DCAF) due to the organization's shift towards aligning with a specific perspective on the Is...

Former President Barack Obama, in a speech at a fundraiser, highlighted the diversity of America as a crucial element that unites individuals under a common ...

In the early 1970s, New York poets Lewis Warsh and David Rosenberg discussed the French surrealist Robert Desnos and his book "Night of Loveless Nights," hig...

The text describes a critique of the literary world's preference for works centered on victimhood, particularly those by authors from marginalized groups see...

The text discusses the use of horror and humiliation as weapons in the conflict in Gaza, drawing parallels to historical events and analyzing their impact on...

Alon Mesika's 23-year-old son, Adir, was tragically murdered at a festival where he died trying to protect his girlfriend. Following this devastating loss, A...

The text discusses the upcoming solar eclipse in North America, prompting a reflection on Jewish teachings regarding eclipses. Traditional Jewish sources, li...

Joan Nathan recounts a memorable trip to Israel for her husband Allan's 74th birthday in June 2019, where they explored the Negev desert and Jerusalem. The t...

Saul Bellow, a celebrated late-20th-century American writer, is being overlooked in universities due to views of being out-of-date and conservative. However,...

The author, a convert to Judaism, reflects on creating new culinary traditions as a way to connect with their Jewish identity. Through a podcast series and e...

During the rise of Donald Trump, parallels were drawn by some observers between his political tactics and the nationalism of Slobodan Miloevi, the leader res...

In her book, "How Much Is a Dead Jew Worth?" Lital Shemesh, an Israeli news anchor, delves into the Palestinian Authority's practice of compensating the fami...

Efforts to enhance Sephardic education and identity in the United States are gaining traction through initiatives like the Bivas Sephardic youth movement, wh...

Eileen Myles, a prominent American poet, posted controversial anti-Israel statements on social media, sparking debates among Jewish writers about antisemitis...

Golan Singh pays regular visits to the grave of his best friend, Cydrick Garin, an IDF soldier who died in a conflict with Hamas, sharing updates and seeking...

The author reflects on their experience at a U.N. session about sexual violence against Jewish women by Hamas and highlights how American Jews need to emulat...

Zionism, as discussed in the text, is framed within the context of the Indigenous Sovereignty Movement, with the focus on the Jewish people's rightful claim ...

The text recounts the experiences of the author's grandmother and family during and after World War II, detailing the chaos and challenges they faced living ...

The discussion focuses on the recent controversies at the University of Pennsylvania regarding antisemitism and the broader issue of radicalism on university...

"Ben-Hur" is an iconic tale that has transcended various forms of media throughout history, originating in a novel by General Lew Wallace in 1880 and achievi...

Naama Shefi, founder of the Jewish Food Society, has published a new cookbook titled "The Jewish Holiday Table" with Devra Ferst, featuring 135 recipes and s...

The text discusses the author's experience visiting Judy Chicago's retrospective exhibition, "Herstory," at the New Museum in New York City, reflecting on Ch...

In a series of events starting from October 7, some American Jews have observed a perceived shift in President Biden's stance towards Israel, with concerns e...