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Ofra Haza, known as the "Madonna of the Middle East," was an iconic Israeli singer who achieved both national and international success in the 1980s and earl...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies are pushing for judicial reforms in Israel, claiming that they will strengthen democracy. They argue...

In this brief excerpt, it is mentioned that Aleksi Cavaillez is a French illustrator and visual artist based in Paris, known for his graphic novel "Ravel". D...

This text discusses the use of transliteration, the process of rendering Hebrew into English characters, in American Jewish liturgy. The author begins by men...

A new group of progressive writers is adopting the language and tactics of communist regimes by denouncing their colleagues who deviate from the party line. ...

The author shares their personal experience of opening their home to a Ukrainian refugee family who fled the war in Ukraine. The author's own connection to U...

Dr. Riittakerttu Kaltiala, a top expert on pediatric gender medicine in Finland, has raised concerns about the American medical establishment's approach to t...

"Bibi's Typist" is a memoir written by a typist who worked with Benjamin Netanyahu on his book after he lost the 2021 elections. The author highlights the fr...

The discussion revolves around the "override clause" that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is attempting to legislate. This clause woul...

The almond has a long history in Jewish culture, symbolizing hope, renewal, and the impermanent nature of life. It was highly prized during the Renaissance a...

In this article, the author argues against the notion of "saving the planet" and criticizes environmentalist ideology. They claim that the concept of the pla...

Leo Strauss is a political philosopher who combines a respect for liberal democracy with a concern that it stifles free thinking. His student, Allan Bloom, g...

The article discusses the case of Pesach Rubenstein, a Polish-Jewish immigrant who was one of the first (possibly the first) Jews in post-American Revolution...

In this personal essay, the author reflects on their desire for another baby and the challenges they faced when it didn't happen. They discuss the societal p...

This article reflects on the author's identity as a secular Jew and their conflicted attitude towards their Jewish identity. The author discusses their upbri...

In a recent article, Seymour Hersh alleges that the U.S. is responsible for sabotaging Russian gas pipelines. Hersh claims that the Biden administration exec...

This text tells the story of Shyler Louckheim, a wealthy man known as the Sushi King who has a pond of fish in his Montauk estate. He is disappointed that hi...

During Sleepless Nights, a collection of Anna Margolin's previously unpublished Yiddish short stories, has been released and is celebrated as a cause for joy...

The text describes a personal experience of encountering a violent and mentally unstable individual on a New York City subway. The author reflects on the inc...

In this article, the author discusses the political career and traits of Boris Johnson, the former British Prime Minister. Despite criticisms of his personal...

This text discusses the fear that Vladimir Putin is trying to inspire and capitalize on. It emphasizes the importance of not giving in to fear and not compro...

The article explores the meaning of the word "teruah" in Jewish tradition and its connection to the blowing of the shofar. The author examines the biblical a...

The author discusses the story of Hezekiah, the king of Judah, in the book of Isaiah as a lesson in statecraft for Israeli leaders. Hezekiah faced a geopolit...

This article discusses the significance of the Torah portion Parshat Yitro and its connection to Jewish Father-in-Laws Day. Parshat Yitro recounts the giving...

This text is a personal account of a family's decision to leave New York City due to financial difficulties and their journey towards California. The author ...

The article discusses the cover-up of classified documents found in President Biden's office and raises questions about who may have blocked the National Arc...

"You People" is a new Netflix movie about a young Jewish man who falls in love with a young Black woman, leading to tensions between their families. The film...

The Philos Project, a pro-Israel Christian group, has launched the Philos Action League (PAL), a network of volunteers who show up to support Jewish communit...

The Outback's Jewish Museum in Broken Hill, Australia tells the story of the once-thriving Jewish community in the isolated mining town. The synagogue, built...

The article discusses the evolving dynamics of the United States' relationships with Germany and Japan. While both countries have traditionally relied on the...

The recent conflict between Ben Shapiro's The Daily Wire and right-wing YouTube star Steven Crowder has revealed a spectacle of mudslinging and profit-chasin...

This article discusses the story behind the name of the author's grandfather, Felix Muller, and explores the impact of Nazi law on German Jews' names. The au...

The author shares their personal experience of facing antisemitic and homophobic hate crimes on a college campus. They express frustration at how their colle...

The article discusses the difference between International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Yom HaShoah, the Jewish Holocaust Remembrance Day. It argues that In...

The appointment of controversial Russian film director Ilya Khrzhanovsky as the art director of the Babyn Yar Memorial Foundation in Kyiv has caused an inter...

While there are claims that Israeli democracy is failing, the reality is that no democracy is without problems. Israel has no written constitution but has be...

Figs have held a significant place in Jewish culture and cuisine as one of the Seven Species mentioned in the Torah. Traditionally, they are served on Tu B'S...

Gun violence is a major issue in cities like Philadelphia, where record-breaking homicides have occurred. Despite pouring hundreds of millions of dollars int...

Major General (Res.) Amos Yadlin, a distinguished Israeli fighter pilot and former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate, shared insights in an i...

The Michelin guide, which ranks the world's best restaurants, is coming to Israel, causing both excitement and anxiety. The Israeli government paid 1.5 milli...

The article discusses the dangers of utopian politics and the rise of such politics in both the Republican and Democratic parties in the US. It argues that t...

Norman Mailer, the renowned American Jewish writer, would have turned 100 today. Though his macho demeanor and controversial behavior may offend contemporary...

Federal funds are being used to purchase drones and drone detection equipment from DJI, a Chinese company that has access and control over the data collected...

The article explores the themes of time travel and history through the lens of two different texts. The first is a translation of a Yiddish-language guideboo...

This text is a personal narrative about a conversation the narrator had with a man named Jeremy on a plane. Jeremy is an art critic who is investigating the ...

Eva Mozes Kor, a survivor of Auschwitz, forgave Nazi doctor Josef Mengele despite the atrocities he committed. She described forgiveness as letting go of hat...

Max Weinreich, a linguist and scholar, became a champion of the Yiddish language and culture. Growing up in Courland, he was influenced by his grandparents a...

Mark Podwal, a multidisciplinary artist, author, filmmaker, and physician, explores the symbolism and significance of Joseph's coat of many colors in Jewish ...

This article discusses the relationship between history and memory in the context of Holocaust remembrance. The author observes the prevalence of the term "m...

Many people find it difficult to understand how the Holocaust could have happened, questioning why the signs of impending tragedy were overlooked. Historians...