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Forward Jewish MIT Students Create $100 Bitcoin Giveaway Plan 30 Apr 2014
Jewish MIT students Jeremy Rubin and Dan Elitzer have initiated a groundbreaking project at the university, raising $500,000 to offer every undergraduate stu...
30 Apr 2014
Forward Making a Mockery of Hitler’s Mockery of Degenerate Art 29 Apr 2014
Anna Goldenberg reflects on the emotional complexity of viewing Nazi-approved art at the Neue Galerie's exhibition of 'Degenerate Art.' The exhibit juxtapose...
29 Apr 2014
Forward Josef Mengele in Patagonia 24 Apr 2014
In the film "The German Doctor," director Luca Puenzo creates a fictionalized account of Josef Mengele's time in Patagonia, Argentina, portraying him as a fr...
24 Apr 2014
Forward When the Family Doctor Turns Out To Be Josef Mengele 24 Apr 2014
"The German Doctor" is a film adapted by Argentinian filmmaker Lucia Puenzo from her novel "Wakolda," which explores a chance meeting between a mysterious do...
24 Apr 2014
Forward James Bond, The Mensch? 21 Apr 2014
Funny or Die's video humorously portrays James Bond as a mensch, reflecting on Harvey Weinstein's criticism of Hollywood violence. The spoof shows a nebbishy...
21 Apr 2014
Forward Chasing Dr. Aribert Heim, the 'Butcher of Mauthausen' 21 Apr 2014
"The Eternal Nazi" by Nicholas Kulish and Souad Mekhennet is a compelling account of the hunt for Nazi doctor Aribert Heim, infamous for his sadistic medical...
21 Apr 2014
Forward Ab Cahan’s Ghost Returns in Cartoon Form 17 Apr 2014
Liana Finck's graphic adaptation of Abraham Cahan's early 20th-century advice column, "A Bintel Brief," creatively revives the heartfelt stories of Jewish im...
17 Apr 2014
Forward Louisa Solomon of The Shondes Talks Censorship 7 Apr 2014
Louisa Solomon, lead singer of punk-rock band The Shondes, discusses censorship issues after the JCC of Washington, DC, revoked sponsorship of their show due...
7 Apr 2014
Forward Jerusalem Post Buys Maariv for $1.15 Million 7 Apr 2014
The Jerusalem District Court has approved the sale of the Hebrew newspaper Maariv to The Jerusalem Post owner, Eli Azur, for $1.15 million. Azur also acquire...
7 Apr 2014
Forward An African-Israeli Cafe Grows in Harlem 26 Mar 2014
Silvana, an eclectic African-Israeli café in Harlem, stands out with its mezuzah-adorned entrance amid a busy urban setting. Founded by Sivan Baron, an Israe...
26 Mar 2014
Forward Remembering Art Raymond, Who Provided Yiddishkeit in a Black Sombrero 14 Mar 2014
Art Raymond, a multifaceted American Jewish performer who passed away at 91, had a diverse career spanning Jewish and Latin music. Born Rosen in Brooklyn, he...
14 Mar 2014
Forward The Mystery of Raoul Wallenberg 14 Mar 2014
Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish businessman and diplomat during World War II, rescued thousands of Hungarian Jews from the Holocaust. Bengt Jangfeldt's new biogr...
14 Mar 2014
Forward For Author and PBS Host Simon Schama, 'Story of the Jews' Is Personal 12 Mar 2014
Historian Simon Schama has created an intimate portrayal of Jewish history in his five-part documentary series, "The Story of the Jews," and its accompanying...
12 Mar 2014
Forward Bedouin Policy Earns Rebuke for Israel by U.S. 1 Mar 2014
The U.S. State Department's human rights report highlights concerns about Bedouin rights in Israel, specifically focusing on the demolition of Bedouin dwelli...
1 Mar 2014
Forward Conan O'Brien's Hasidic Maskmaker 28 Feb 2014
Stanley Allan Sherman, a maskmaker with a career spanning over 30 years, creates intricate masks for a diverse clientele ranging from pro-wrestlers to perfor...
28 Feb 2014
Forward Ramaz Explains Why It Banned Rashid Khalidi 24 Feb 2014
Controversy erupted at the Ramaz School after more than 230 students signed a petition opposing the school's decision to cancel a scheduled talk by Rashid Kh...
24 Feb 2014
Forward Haredi Draft Refusers May Go to Jail Smiling 20 Feb 2014
The Israeli government is pushing ahead with plans to draft ultra-Orthodox men into the army, potentially leading to jail time for draft refusers, a move tha...
20 Feb 2014
Forward Menachem Beilis 'Blood Libel' Case Gets a New Hearing 17 Feb 2014
The article discusses the Menachem Beilis "Blood Libel" case that took place in Tsarist Russia over 100 years ago, where Beilis, a Jewish man, was wrongly ac...
17 Feb 2014
Forward Neshama Carlebach Isn’t Just Shlomo’s Daughter 13 Feb 2014
Neshama Carlebach, daughter of the famous Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, has made a name for herself beyond her father's legacy as a talented performer with a soulf...
13 Feb 2014
Forward Should I Apply for Spanish Citizenship as Sephardic Jew? 8 Feb 2014
Spain's newly proposed law offers descendants of Sephardic Jews expelled during the Inquisition in 1492 the chance to apply for citizenship. However, the unr...
8 Feb 2014
Forward Why Woody Allen Fans Should Stand Up for Dylan Farrow 5 Feb 2014
The article discusses the dilemma faced by fans of Woody Allen following allegations of sexual abuse by his stepdaughter, Dylan Farrow. The author grapples w...
5 Feb 2014
Forward Conductor of Israel National Opera Guilty of Nazi Collaboration 5 Feb 2014
Seventy-five years ago, the Nazi-controlled newspaper Essener Nationalzeitung referred to President Franklin D. Roosevelt as the "Jewish Pope," mocking his s...
5 Feb 2014
Forward Jerry Seinfeld Confirms 'Seinfeld' Reunion — Sort Of 31 Jan 2014
Jerry Seinfeld recently confirmed rumors of a secret project being a reunion of the popular show "Seinfeld." The reunion involved Jason Alexander reprising h...
31 Jan 2014
Forward Can Sephardic Jews Go Home Again — 500 Years After the Inquisition? 27 Jan 2014
Following a 2012 announcement by Spain offering citizenship to Sephardic Jews as a gesture of reconciliation for the 1492 expulsion, the offer had not yet ma...
27 Jan 2014
Forward Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper Is One of Israel's Strongest Backers — But Why? 16 Jan 2014
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is a staunch supporter of Israel, reflecting a significant shift in Canadian foreign policy. Since his election in 200...
16 Jan 2014
Forward 88-Year-Old Former SS Soldier Charged With French Village Massacre 9 Jan 2014
An 88-year-old former Waffen SS soldier has been charged by German prosecutors for his alleged involvement in the 1944 massacre at Oradour-sur-Glane, France,...
9 Jan 2014
Forward Carole King Musical Is More Than a Jukebox Show 8 Jan 2014
"Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" is more than a typical jukebox show; it's a bio-musical that explores the stories behind the legendary songs of Carole K...
8 Jan 2014
Forward Biblical Baby Names Are Making a Comeback 3 Jan 2014
Biblical names are gaining newfound popularity as parents in 2014 turn back to traditional, time-honored names like Caleb, Levi, Naomi, and Ruth. This trend ...
3 Jan 2014
Forward Dublin Jewish Museum Wins Approval for Massive Expansion 31 Dec 2013
The Dublin Jewish Museum has received approval from local authorities for a significant expansion, despite opposition from local residents concerned about in...
31 Dec 2013
Forward Why I Support the Academic Boycott of Israel 18 Dec 2013
Eric Cheyfitz, a scholar at Cornell and a member of the American Studies Association, explains his support for the academic boycott of Israel. He draws paral...
18 Dec 2013
Forward Jews Bid Farewell to Bloomberg, With Powdered Sugar on their Lips 4 Dec 2013
As New York City prepared for the transition from Mayor Michael Bloomberg to Bill de Blasio, the Jewish community bid farewell to Bloomberg at a Hanukkah par...
4 Dec 2013
Forward 125 Years of Katz's Deli 2 Dec 2013
Katz's Delicatessen, a cornerstone of New York City's culinary and cultural scene, celebrates 125 years of operation. Founded in 1888 and run by the Katz fam...
2 Dec 2013
Forward How Hanukkah Entered American Mainstream 25 Nov 2013
Hanukkah has evolved into a major fixture in American Jewish life, largely as a response to the cultural dominance of Christmas. Diane Ashton's book, "Hanukk...
25 Nov 2013
Forward Fracturing the Jewish Mom Stereotype 22 Nov 2013
In a discussion on Jewish motherhood stereotypes, Naomi Zeveloff explores the complexity and diversity of Jewish mothers through various personal stories. LA...
22 Nov 2013
Forward Lee Harvey Oswald's Killer 'Jack Ruby' Came From Strong Jewish Background 17 Nov 2013
Jack Ruby, born Jacob Rubenstein, infamously murdered Lee Harvey Oswald, the assassin of President John F. Kennedy. The article delves into Ruby's strong Jew...
17 Nov 2013
Forward Mensch on a Bench Is Ultimate Cure for ‘Elf Envy’ 13 Nov 2013
Elf envy during the Christmas season has been addressed with a playful, Jewish alternative called "Mensch on a Bench." Created by Neal Hoffman after his son ...
13 Nov 2013
Forward 'Convert the Jews' Group Pulls George W. Bush From Gala Web Site 9 Nov 2013
A group aiming to convert Jews to Christianity removed references to George W. Bush's attendance at a fundraiser from its website, though the former presiden...
9 Nov 2013
Forward Meet Margot Friedlander, Berlin's Unlikely 92-Year-Old Jewish Celebrity 4 Nov 2013
Margot Friedlander, a 92-year-old Holocaust survivor, has become an unexpected figure of influence after returning to Berlin, a city tied to her painful past...
4 Nov 2013
Forward Secret History of Paul McCartney, the Jewish Beatle 4 Nov 2013
Paul McCartney, renowned as one of The Beatles, has had significant connections with the Jewish community throughout his life and career. His late wife, Lind...
4 Nov 2013
Forward Beverly Hills Rabbi Busted on Child Sex Charge 30 Oct 2013
Rabbi Menachem Tewel, also known as Mendel Tevel, was arrested at the JEM Center in Beverly Hills on child sex abuse charges from New York dating back to the...
30 Oct 2013
Forward Mandy Patinkin On His Favorite 'Princess Bride' Quote 29 Oct 2013
Mandy Patinkin, renowned for his iconic role as Inigo Montoya in 'The Princess Bride', shares a deeper connection to a lesser-known quote from the film. Duri...
29 Oct 2013
Forward A Year After Sandy, Brighton Beach Struggles To Get Back on Feet 26 Oct 2013
One year after Hurricane Sandy, the Jewish community in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, is still grappling with the storm's lingering impact. The predominantly Jew...
26 Oct 2013
Forward Jewish 'Humans of New York' 25 Oct 2013
Brandon Stanton, renowned for his popular photoblog 'Humans of New York,' has been capturing the diverse tapestry of life in New York City for the past three...
25 Oct 2013
Forward Beat Poet Finally Found What He Was Looking For 23 Oct 2013
Kill Your Darlings, a film about Allen Ginsberg's early years, explores the young poet's complex blend of personal and artistic desires. Featuring Daniel Rad...
23 Oct 2013
Forward Ab Cahan, the Jewish Newspaperman Who Kept the World Moving Forward 14 Oct 2013
Abraham Cahan was a key figure in American Jewish life as the founding editor of the Jewish Daily Forward, a Yiddish newspaper he led for fifty years. Cahan ...
14 Oct 2013
Forward How Daryl Roth of 'Kinky Boots' Became The Biggest Force on Broadway 4 Oct 2013
Daryl Roth is a trailblazing theater producer recognized for her contributions to Broadway, with numerous accolades like a Tony for 'Kinky Boots.' Overcoming...
4 Oct 2013
Forward The Yiddish Spirit of Samuel Beckett 15 Sep 2013
The 60th anniversary staging of Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot" in Yiddish at the Castillo Theatre in Manhattan marks a groundbreaking interpretation of...
15 Sep 2013
Forward 'Daily Show' Picks Jon Stewart's Top Jewish Bits 27 Aug 2013
The article reflects on Jon Stewart's return to 'The Daily Show' and highlights some of his most notable Jewish-themed comedic moments. Particularly, it ment...
27 Aug 2013
Forward 'Ottolenghi' Offers Fantastic Twists on Rosh Hashanah Recipes 27 Aug 2013
'Ottolenghi: The Cookbook' by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi offers innovative twists on traditional Rosh Hashanah recipes, focusing on dishes popularized ...
27 Aug 2013
Forward The Leo Frank Story 21 Aug 2013
The Leo Frank story, revolving around the trial, conviction, and lynching of Leo Frank in 1915, is seen as a pivotal moment in American Jewish history, spark...
21 Aug 2013