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In this heartfelt personal reflection, the author describes his experience of sitting shiva for his father via Zoom during the pandemic. He highlights the ch...

Danielle Winter reflects on the societal need to honor and respect the elderly, inspired by her personal experiences with her grandmother, who exemplified vi...

Natan Sharansky, recipient of the Jewish Nobel Prize, originally planned to use the $1 million prize money to promote human rights and Zionism but has now re...

PJ Grisar delves into the intriguing legacy of Jerry Krause, the former general manager of the Chicago Bulls, viewed by many as a divisive figure who helped ...

Jewish name changes reflect pivotal identity shifts, as evidenced in the Torah with figures like Avraham and Yisrael. This tradition resonates deeply with tr...

Amidst the pandemic, young Jewish adults have embraced Virtual Shabbat dinners as a means to foster community, connect with tradition, and motivate acts of s...

"Mrs. America," an FX miniseries streaming on Hulu, captures the intense political and ideological battles over the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) during the 1...

The article criticizes Mayor Bill de Blasio for singling out New York's Jewish community in enforcing social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic...

Forverts has introduced a new video series called Yiddish Word of the Day, created by editor Rukhl Schaechter, designed to familiarize non-Yiddish speakers w...

The Chabad of Poway shooting's first anniversary was marked with a virtual ceremony, highlighting both the legacy of pain and resilience following the tragic...

Michael Caputo, a former Trump campaign official and current spokesman for the Department of Health and Human Services, made controversial tweets accusing Ge...

On its 123rd birthday, The Forward reflects on its beginnings as a Yiddish-language daily newspaper founded in 1897 by Abraham Cahan. The publication quickly...

Idit Klein reflects on her family's legacy of hope and resilience as Holocaust survivors and its influence on her life and work. She describes the strength h...

Len Berk's soulful narrative recounts his unexpected bond with an elderly woman at Zabar's deli who disliked salty lox. Over time, Berk developed a rapport w...

Alby Kass was a pivotal figure in Northern California's Jewish community, known for his contributions to the cultural and musical landscape until his death a...

"The Simpsons," a long-running animated TV show, has featured various Jewish-themed episodes that resonate with Jewish viewers. In the episode "Lisa's Substi...

The Jewish community in Morocco has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with at least 14 deaths among a community of 2,000 people. The outb...

In September 1918, during the Spanish Influenza outbreak, the Jewish newspaper Forverts documented poignant stories of individuals impacted by the pandemic, ...

Jack Black recently showcased his rendition of the Passover song "Chad Gadya," known for its dark and escalating lyrics, in a video posted online to help lif...

Hal Willner, renowned for his eclectic and irreverent approach to music production, passed away at 64 due to coronavirus complications. Known for his unexpec...

The coronavirus outbreak has intensified differences between Orthodox and liberal Jews, with some liberal Jews expressing frustration over the perceived lack...

Ben Weitz shared the story of his Cuban grandfather, Azriel Weitz, who maintained his Jewish faith despite challenges in Cuba under Fidel Castro's rule. Azri...

Christian seders, where non-Jews host Passover meals by incorporating elements of Christianity, are increasingly common but problematic. Although intended as...

"A Rugrats Passover" marked a significant moment in Jewish representation on television when it aired in 1995 as part of the popular animated show "Rugrats."...

Len Berk, a 90-year-old lox slicer for the past 26 years at Zabar's in New York City, recounts his emotional farewell to the job that defined his later years...

Tom Perez, the chairman of the Democratic National Committee, reassured Jewish Democrats that the next party platform will affirm a commitment to a two-state...

The New York state legislature passed a hate crimes act as part of the state budget, considering murders based on race or religion as acts of domestic terror...

Sheldon Adelson, known for funding Republican causes, surprised many by committing to pay his 10,000 employees during the pandemic, highlighting the power of...

In 1918 during the influenza epidemic, an ad in Forverts offered dietary advice, suggesting plain foods, more vegetables and fish, and minimal meat consumpti...

In a timely public service announcement during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Larry David, renowned for his role in "Curb Your Enthusiasm," humorou...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Brooklyn's Maimonides Medical Center faced ethical dilemmas regarding ventilator allocation due to a surge in patients and equi...

Peter Sellers was a British actor and comedian renowned for his ability to fully transform into his film roles, such as Dr. Strangelove and Inspector Clousea...

In 1918, amidst the influenza epidemic, the Yiddish Forverts published guidance from Rabbi Gavriel Zev Margolis, known as Reb Velvele, on adjusting mourning ...

The text discusses how the media and political elites in America focus on different issues than the general public, as highlighted by the discrepancy between...

In "The unbearable emptiness of being Woody Allen," the article discusses Woody Allen's autobiography, "Apropos of Nothing," highlighting his problematic lan...

The film "Resistance," starring Jesse Eisenberg, highlights the extraordinary yet lesser-known story of Marcel Marceau, a French-Jewish mime who played a piv...

Eight major Jewish organizations in the U.S. have formed an emergency pandemic coalition to address the impact of coronavirus on the Jewish community. Led by...

Woody Allen's memoir "Apropos of Nothing," which was initially canceled by Hachette following objections from staff and Allen's children, has been quietly re...

The article discusses the coverage of the Orthodox Jewish community during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the unfair focus on their religious identity wh...

"The Plot Against America" by Philip Roth explores a counterhistory where Charles Lindbergh becomes president in 1940, paralleled with real events reported b...

David Simon, known for his work on shows like "The Wire" and "The Deuce," reflects on his adaptation of Philip Roth's novel "The Plot Against America," which...

"The Plot Against America" by Philip Roth, both the novel and the subsequent HBO miniseries, explores an alternate history where Charles Lindbergh, a sympath...

The article discusses the author's complex feelings towards Bernie Sanders and his campaign in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary. It highlights Sander...

The publication of Woody Allen's memoir "Apropos of Nothing" by Hachette Book Group was canceled after about 75 staff members protested, leading to a spontan...

Joe Biden, a fixture in U.S. politics for over four decades, is seeing increased support from Jewish communities amid his pursuit of the Democratic president...

Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney discusses her motivations for authoring the Never Again Education Act, a bill designed to improve Holocaust education in U.S. schools...

Rabbi Simcha (Sydney) Green, an 81-year-old from Beverly Hills, is running for city council to advocate for allowing cannabis dispensaries in the city, espec...

The article discusses the controversy surrounding AIPAC's hosting of Serbian President Aleksandar Vui at their annual conference, despite his controversial p...

Bernie Sanders once embarked on an educational film project through the American Peoples Historical Society, creating a documentary about socialist leader Eu...

Mordechai Korf and Uriel Tzvi Laber, prominent philanthropists in the Jewish community of Florida, have donated millions to Jewish nonprofits over the years....