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The text explores the similarities between the Jewish and Armenian experiences and their struggles for survival. It discusses how both Israel and Armenia hav...

This article tells the story of Marshall Chess, the son of the founders of Chess Records, a legendary label in the jazz and blues genre. Marshall grew up sur...

This article discusses the ongoing conflict between Yeshiva University (YU) and its LGBTQ+ students, who have filed a discrimination lawsuit against the inst...

A recent article in Tablet magazine argues for an end to US aid to Israel, claiming that the Biden administration's policies towards Israel undermine its nat...

Cut Worms, the musical project of Max Clarke, is described as creating sonic snapshots in the direction of 1950s and 1960s folk music. The music is character...

This article discusses the argument that ending US aid to Israel would stop the demonization of Israel by anti-Israel activists. The author disagrees with th...

The article discusses the question of whether U.S. military aid to Israel is a right-wing or left-wing issue. The authors argue that the focus should be on t...

During the Black Death in the 14th century, the Jewish population in Europe was greatly affected. They were accused of causing the plague and faced severe pe...

Chava Lapin, a renowned Yiddish teacher and scholar, passed away at the age of 89. Lapin rejected the label of "Yiddishist" and instead identified as a "Jewi...

The article discusses the significance of American military aid to Israel and how it has strengthened the U.S.-Israel relationship. It recounts a specific ev...

The author argues that the U.S.-Israel partnership is based on shared values and interests, and that U.S. military aid to Israel ensures Israel's ability to ...

This article discusses the topic of foreign aid to Israel and argues that it primarily serves the interests of the United States, rather than benefiting Isra...

In this article, the authors discuss the idea of ending U.S. military assistance to Israel. They argue that the aid gives the U.S. too much control over Isra...

This article discusses the issue of Israel's dependence on U.S. military aid and argues that it is time for Israel to stop relying on such assistance. The au...

The permission to eat meat granted by God to humanity after Noah's Ark is often overlooked. Jewish commentators throughout history have provided various inte...

Malkah Fleisher argues in defense of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, which she refers to as Judea and Samaria, while most of the world and internationa...

The article discusses the movie "Oppenheimer," directed by Christopher Nolan, which focuses on the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the father of the atomic bo...

This personal essay describes the author's experience as a student at the Telluride Association Summer Program (TASP), a prestigious and intensive educationa...

This personal essay reflects on the profound impact of a sexual assault on the author's experience of Tisha B'Av, the Jewish day of mourning. The author desc...

David Volodzko, a journalist of Jewish and Slavic descent, was fired from his job at The Seattle Times after being accused of defending Hitler. Volodzko had ...

The 2020 Pew study found that many American Jews identify as Jewish culturally or ethnically, but not religiously. However, a large percentage of Jews still ...

In a recent article, French Israeli politician Meyer Habib and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed concern over the riots in France, associat...

Robert Malley, a key figure in the Biden administration's Middle East policy, was suspended from his position due to reportedly mishandling classified docume...

In this article, a Jewish woman living in Judea and Samaria (the West Bank) defends the right of Jews to live in the region despite frequent demonization and...

Colter Wall, a Canadian singer-songwriter, is being compared to Johnny Cash for his deep and weathered voice and his commitment to traditional country music....

This article discusses the significance of Yiddish folk songs in the American folk music revival. It highlights the contributions of Moses Asch, founder of F...

The Catskills area in New York State is experiencing a revitalization, with new historical markers, boutique hotels, and cultural festivals commemorating its...

After a slow business period, Rabbi Yaroslaver's bookstore receives a visit from a rabbi who shares his life story of surviving the Holocaust and his struggl...

The article discusses the early Jewish summer resorts in the Catskills, specifically focusing on the Fairmont and Grand View Hotel. These resorts were among ...

Kosher restaurants often have frustrating experiences for diners, leading to the question of why so many are bad. One major factor is the financial challenge...

The article discusses the importance and impact of the Abrahamic tradition, which includes Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, on American culture and politics...

The author reflects on his experiences as a Jew and his relationship with the sea. He recounts a trip with his gentile wife to the beach, where they encounte...

The period of austerity in Israel, lasting from 1949 to 1959, was a time of limited resources and rationing due to the influx of Jewish immigrants to the new...

This text is a humorous personal narrative about the author and his friend, referred to as his "Brah," going on pub crawls and their encounters with a new pe...

Lament for Susan is an article discussing the phenomenon of neglected authors being revived and praised by the New York Review of Books (NYRB). The author qu...

The article discusses the belief in a powerful Israel lobby that influences U.S. aid to Israel. It argues that the reality is more complex, with U.S. aid ben...

The article discusses the album "My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross" by Anohni, which explores themes of life, death, and self-reflection. The album refer...

Morrissey, the former lead singer of the Smiths, has a strong following among Mexican Americans and Israelis for different reasons. In the case of Israeli fa...

The debate surrounding the recognition of an Indigenous Voice in the Australian constitution is polarizing the country. The proposal, which stemmed from the ...

The article discusses the Biden administration's redefinition of antisemitism and the controversy surrounding it. The International Holocaust Remembrance All...

Milan Kundera, a prominent Czech writer, recently passed away at the age of 94. The author shares their personal memories of encountering Kundera's work whil...

This article explores the phenomenon of Jewish arsonists in New York City's Lower East Side in the late 19th century. The text examines a specific case invol...

The text discusses how false historical narratives have been used to justify discrimination against Asian Americans, particularly in the context of affirmati...

The author rebukes Lev Golinkin's article published in The Forward, which criticizes the Ukrainian Azov battalion for its alleged neo-Nazi influence. The aut...

The media docuseries "The Secrets of Hillsong" focuses on the downfall of the celebrity pastor and the scandals within the Hillsong megachurch in New York Ci...

The text is a poetic reflection on the tragedy of the Srebrenica genocide, drawing parallels to other instances of mass killings and genocides throughout his...

The article explores the relationship between politics and art, questioning whether political art is effective or necessary. It discusses the example of two ...

Ruth Handler, the Jewish woman who created Barbie, was a trailblazer and feminist. Raised by her sister due to her parents' limited resources, Ruth grew up t...

"What Really Matters" is a podcast hosted by Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern, brought to you by Tablet Magazine and Hudson Institute. In this podcast, t...

Rabbi Yidel Glatt, a strict follower of the Torah, died of starvation due to his extreme adherence to the laws of the Torah. He believed that focusing on eve...