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Actress Tovah Feldshuh stars in "Becoming Dr. Ruth," a biographical play about Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer, at the Bay Street Theater, marking a significant retur...

In the New York City mayoral primaries, the Orthodox Jewish community has shown its historic influence by coalescing around two candidates: Eric Adams and An...

This article explores the presence and absence of LGBTQ stories in the archives of the Jewish newspaper, The Forward. The author, a queer Yiddish archivist, ...

Trader Joe's has reintroduced kosher pareve semi-sweet chocolate chips after they disappeared from shelves in 2012, much to the delight of kosher consumers. ...

Irene Katz Connelly examines the modern adaptation of traditional Jewish practices catered to young Jews, drawing parallels between Shabbat observance and th...

In recent years, American Jews have increasingly engaged with Juneteenth, integrating it into Jewish communal life and reflecting on racial justice. As this ...

Amanda Mbuvi's appointment as vice president of academic affairs at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College marks a significant milestone as she becomes the...

A Forward survey of 66 NYC Council candidates across districts with significant Jewish communities reveals that a majority support Israel, oppose the BDS mov...

In Los Angeles, the pandemic led to a creative form of worship for Orthodox Jews, as long-standing community traditions like in-person minyans were upended b...

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia, visited the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and publicly apologized for her previous comments...

During the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas, pro-Palestinian advocacy groups such as IfNotNow and Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) saw a significant incr...

Michael Packard, a lobster diver off Cape Cod, experienced a modern-day parallel to the biblical story of Jonah when he was briefly caught inside the mouth o...

Beatrice Waterhouse, a Ph.D. student in sociology at the University of California, San Diego, has created a blog called People of the Barre to document the J...

Rabbi Rachel Kahn-Troster, formerly of Truah, a human rights group, has become the executive vice president of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibil...

Nathaniel Deutsch and Michael Casper's book, "A Fortress in Brooklyn: Race, Real Estate, and the Making of Hasidic Williamsburg," examines the unique dynamic...

Eric Adams, a leading candidate for New York City's mayoral race, received an influential endorsement from a key Orthodox Jewish community, the Satmar Hasidi...

David Henry Gerson reflects on his father Allan Gerson's final days and the publication of his memoir, "Lies That Matter," detailing Allan's work in bringing...

Irving Berlin, one of America's greatest songwriters, has faced criticism for his relationship with Black music, with allegations ranging from appropriation ...

Exploring the landscape of Jewish representation in video games, this article highlights both nuanced portrayals and problematic depictions within the gaming...

The photo exhibit "Shared Spaces" showcases the work of Andy Sweet, a Jewish photographer, capturing moments of Black-Jewish unity in Miami Beach during the ...

The controversy over Isaac Bashevis Singer’s identity reflects broader debates on national identity and heritage, involving Wikipedia editors and online comm...

Roy Schwartz's book "Is Superman Circumcised?" delves into the Jewish roots and cultural significance of Superman, exploring themes like Jewish symbolism, th...

The author discusses the possibility of the United States conditioning or discontinuing economic assistance to Israel in order to influence Israeli policy. T...

The article highlights an interview with Israeli actress Shira Haas and director Ruthy Pribar discussing their film, "Asia," which explores the nuanced relat...

Renowned architect Daniel Libeskind has embarked on redesigning the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, the site of a horrific antisemitic attack that left...

Eric Lander, the new Cabinet-level science advisor for the White House, made history by taking his oath of office on a 1492 edition of Pirkei Avot, pointing ...

The Conservative movement is facing criticism for its handling of misconduct complaints, particularly regarding ethics policies and procedures. A specific ca...

In this poignant reflection on Memorial Day, Rob Eshman delves into the personal history of U.S. Army Lt. Gilbert Sapiro, who was killed during World War II....

"Oslo," the Tony-winning play chronicling the secret negotiations that led to the Oslo Accords in 1993, has been adapted into an HBO film. The play and film ...

Eric Adams, a leading candidate for New York City's mayor, has gained a significant endorsement from the Orthodox community in Far Rockaway, Queens, through ...

Federal authorities discovered a significant amount of Nazi and white supremacist materials at the home of Robert Keith Packer, who gained infamy for wearing...

The author expresses disappointment with the recent Friends reunion, which turned out to be an unscripted talk show hosted by James Corden instead of a nosta...

The Jewish community in the United States is grappling with a surge in antisemitic attacks and a heated debate about how to define and respond to them. The i...

The United Educators of San Francisco, a teachers union affiliated with the AFL-CIO, has become the first K-12 public school teachers union in the U.S. to en...

The newly opened Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience in New Orleans delves into the multifaceted history of Jewish life across 13 Southern states, addre...

Andrew Yang has secured significant endorsements from nine major Hasidic sects in Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, including the influential Satmar fact...

Scott Stringer, NYC mayoral candidate and current comptroller, has faced allegations of past sexual harassment which have cost him substantial progressive ba...

A recent analysis of crime data, court records, and interviews with individuals in New York's Borough Park neighborhood reveals a code of silence and a longs...

Leonard Cohen's song "Hallelujah" has become a global anthem, but its Jewish roots and meaning are often misunderstood. The song draws from Kabbalah, the Psa...

In a poignant opinion piece, Sruli Fruchter discusses the alarming rise in antisemitism, particularly following the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the perceived ...

Drawing parallels between the Algerian War and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Robert Zaretsky explores Albert Camus' perspective on these seemingly intrac...

200 Meters explores the painful realities of living amid the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the poignant story of Mustafa, a Palestinian father separat...

Charles Grodin, a notable figure in American cinema, theater, and television, known for his deadpan humor and often gruff persona, has passed away at 86. His...

The recent escalation between Israel and Gaza militants has led to a new and concerning development: internal Arab-Jewish violence in mixed cities in Israel....

An investigation into Rabbi Sheldon Zimmerman, who was suspended by the Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) in 2000, has raised questions about whet...

The article introduces creative Shavuot recipes incorporating tahini, focusing on Pumpkin Tahini Cheesecake Bites and Tahini Poppy Seed Dressing. Co-founder ...

The article explores the era of computer-generated Torah through the use of GPT-3, an advanced natural language processor. It discusses how algorithms can no...

The Pew Research Center's report on Jewish Americans in 2020 reveals some interesting trends. While synagogue attendance is relatively low, a significant per...

Eric Lynn, a former Pentagon official influential in securing U.S. funding for Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system, is running for Congress in Florida'...

The Pew Research Center's 2020 study on American Jews reveals a nuanced picture of intermarriage and Jewish identity. While intermarriage rates have stabiliz...