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Yiddish poet and scholar Ber Kotlerman reflects on the tragic events of October 7, 2023, in Israel through two poignant poems translated into English by Jess...

On Yom Kippur, a solemn terrorist attack took place at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation in Manchester, England, resulting in the deaths of two Jewish men ...

In a tragic event on Yom Kippur, a terrorist attack outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation in Manchester resulted in the deaths of two Jewish congregant...

The reading of the Book of Jonah on Yom Kippur serves as a potent reminder of the danger of dehumanizing others amidst personal or communal redemption. Sruli...

The Metropolitan Opera's adaptation of Michael Chabon's "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay" serves as a poignant response to Richard Wagner's antisem...

Israel has initiated a strategic influence campaign, known as the Esther Project, aimed at bolstering U.S.-Israel relations through social media engagement. ...

Before his assassination, conservative activist Charlie Kirk warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel's public relations strategies were ...

In a recent address at the Quantico Marine Corps Base, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth declared a crackdown on beards in the military, challenging current ...

"Newport & The Great Folk Dream," a new documentary by Robert Gordon, explores the Newport Folk Festival's pivotal years between 1963 and 1966. The film delv...

Terrence Petty reflects on the democratic revolution that tore down the Berlin Wall in 1989 and compares it to the current threats to democracy he perceives ...

Daniel Tam-Claiborne reflects on his journey of cultural identity as a multiracial Asian American Jew. Feeling out of place in both his Jewish and Chinese he...

Ramaz Middle School in Manhattan has incorporated a unique Holocaust library within Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, highlighting the importance of Holocaust ...

In the aftermath of the traumatic events of October 7 and Israel's military response in Gaza, there is a strong call for revising the Yom Kippur liturgy to r...

In an unexpected pivot, President Donald Trump has introduced a peace plan for Gaza that aligns with liberal Zionist principles, marking a significant depart...

Richard Linklater's 'Blue Moon' is a fascinating character study of Lorenz Hart, the celebrated lyricist known for his collaborations with Richard Rodgers. T...

Amidst a campus controversy, over 300 Northwestern University students faced registration blocks for refusing to watch a mandatory antisemitism training vide...

The article examines the alliance between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza...

The recent cancellation of Israeli DJ Roi Perez's performance at the Origins music festival in London sparked controversy after pressure from the pro-Palesti...

Jay Michaelson presents a modern Yom Kippur confessional that reflects on the current socio-political tensions affecting Jewish and Palestinian communities. ...

Britney Spears recently posted a photo on Instagram featuring a group of Haredi men around a chessboard, captioned "I like the beard!!!" This led some, inclu...

The issue of burial for interfaith couples in Jewish cemeteries varies widely depending on the religious affiliation and policies of the cemetery. While trad...

Jared Kushner has stepped back into the spotlight of Middle East diplomacy as Donald Trump pursues a groundbreaking ceasefire deal in Gaza. The new 21-point ...

The exhibition "Jewish Worlds Illuminated: A Treasury of Hebrew Manuscripts from The JTS Library" at the Grolier Club in Manhattan showcases over 100 Hebrew ...

The Metropolitan Opera recently debuted an adaptation of Michael Chabon's novel, "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay," to mixed emotions and a sense...

Dan Brown's latest novel, "The Secret of Secrets," ventures into Jewish mythology with the enigmatic Golem of Prague but lacks depth in its portrayal of Jewi...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used an unconventional marketing tactic during his address at the United Nations General Assembly, wearing a jacket...

Jennifer Moses' short story collection, "You've Told Me Before," explores intricate Jewish worlds filled with relational conflicts, ranging from infidelity t...

Yishai Sarid's dystopian novel, "The Third Temple," offers a grim vision of an authoritarian Israel governed by a corrupt monarchy and religious fanatics, dr...

In a surprising move, former U.S. President Donald Trump critiqued Israeli plans to annex parts of the West Bank, warning of severe global backlash. Amidst g...

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has clashed with Jonathan Greenblatt and the ADL over his perceived neglect of Jewish community concerns, part...

Ella Ponizovsky-Bergelson's mural, "Lay-lah Lay-lah," was unveiled at the Holocaust Memorial Plaza in Philadelphia, offering a poignant tribute through its m...

The European soccer governing body, UEFA, is reportedly considering a ban on Israel from international competition, which would block Israel from qualifying ...

Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, during her Rosh Hashanah sermon at Central Synagogue, addresses the challenging conversation around Israel, balancing her love for Isr...

Economist Dany Bahar critiques New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's advocacy for divesting city pension funds from Israel, labeling it as performative...

"Eleanor the Great," directed by Scarlett Johansson, is a comedic film that tackles the challenging subject of Holocaust identity with a storyline that revol...

New York City Mayor Eric Adams made a fashionable impression during Rosh Hashanah services, wearing a Bukharian Jewish chapan, gifted by Ehran Gohari from Co...

Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik, a prominent figure in Modern Orthodoxy, delivered a compelling Yiddish sermon on sin in the biblical tale of Amnon and Tamar, ...

Ashkenazi Jews often overlook a significant chapter in their ancestry tracing back to ancient Israel, not directly to Germany and Eastern Europe, but through...

Amid shifting international dynamics, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces increasing pressures as several countries recognize a Palestinian state...

Bruce Pearl, the celebrated coach who transformed Auburn's basketball team into a national powerhouse and a staunch advocate for Jewish and Israeli causes, h...

The annual pilgrimage to Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's tomb in Uman, Ukraine, during Rosh Hashanah, is overshadowed by the Israeli government's arrest of over 1...

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is caught in a family feud over the county's Israel bond investments, as her son Ted publicly calls for divestme...

As the Jewish community faces the complexities of the High Holidays amid the Israeli-Gaza conflict, Jay Michaelson urges congregants to "give their rabbis a ...

142 countries have endorsed a declaration supporting a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine, yet 10 nations, including the U.S., Israel, and sever...

A wave of Western countries, including the UK, Australia, and Canada, have recently recognized Palestinian statehood, marking a diplomatic shift before the U...

The Trump administration's campaign against antisemitism on university campuses has sparked mixed reactions within conservative legal circles. While some sup...

Rosh Hashanah 5786 has become the latest predicted date for the rapture, a Christian eschatological event where believers are said to ascend to heaven. This ...

Sybil Sage, a veteran TV writer, reflects on historical and contemporary censorship challenges in media. She recounts her experience of facing censorship wit...

The Morgan Library & Museum's new exhibition, "Sing a New Song: The Psalms in Medieval Art and Life," showcases the rich history and cultural significance of...

Kamala Harris's upcoming memoir, "107 Days," sheds light on the complexities she faced concerning U.S.-Israel relations and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict ...