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Forward Hamas' leaders hold Netanyahu's political future in their hands. The outcome will remake Israel 5 Jun
The article discusses how Hamas' decision regarding President Biden's ceasefire proposal could greatly impact Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pol...
5 Jun
Forward Mexico just elected a Jewish president. What other countries can claim Jewish heads of state? 4 Jun
Claudia Sheinbaum has been elected as Mexico's first Jewish and first female president, joining a short list of Jewish heads of state worldwide. Other curren...
4 Jun
Forward Nothing about American arms policy toward Israel makes sense 4 Jun
The article discusses the complexities of American arms policy toward Israel, highlighting recent events where Biden temporarily withheld ammunition shipment...
4 Jun
Forward What Netanyahu says when he speaks French — and why it borders on obscenity 4 Jun
Benjamin Netanyahu recently gave an interview in French on TF1, where he compared the Israeli invasion of Gaza to the Allied landing at Normandy, invoking th...
4 Jun
Forward Number of Israeli hostages who have died in captivity rises to 18 4 Jun
The Israel Defense Forces announced that the number of Israeli hostages who have died in captivity, believed to be at least 18, includes recent casualties su...
4 Jun
Forward Should Jews attend a rally against antisemitism hosted by people who try to convert them? 3 Jun
The upcoming rally in Manhattan against antisemitism sponsored by Chosen People Ministries, a group that aims to convert Jews to Christianity, has provoked v...
3 Jun
Forward I'm a Mexican Jew. I wish Claudia Sheinbaum would embrace the complexity of our shared heritage 3 Jun
The article discusses Ben Raab's reflections as a Mexican Jew on the reluctance of Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president and a Jewish woman, to ...
3 Jun
Forward Protesters want a ceasefire. Why won't they speak out in support of Biden's plan for one? 3 Jun
Despite President Biden's proposed ceasefire plan that could provide what protesters want – a ceasefire and the return of Israeli hostages – there has been a...
3 Jun
Forward After 48 hours, protesters at Columbia dismantle encampment — but promise more ‘attacks’ on the university 3 Jun
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University dismantled their encampment after 48 hours but vowed to continue targeting the university until it agrees t...
3 Jun
Forward California woman sentenced for hundreds of phone threats to Tree of Life synagogue 3 Jun
Melanie Harris, a California woman, was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making hundreds of threatening phone calls to the Tree of Life synagogue and its...
3 Jun
Forward All things Jewish in the new Paul Simon film, plus his memories of Queens 3 Jun
"In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon" is a documentary that delves into Paul Simon's life story and his recent album, Seven Psalms, showcasing his re...
3 Jun
Forward Did Elaine May disappear — or is that just another Hollywood myth? 3 Jun
Elaine May, known as one half of the comedic duo Nichols and May, has not disappeared despite efforts to do so. In Carrie Courogen's biography, "Miss May Doe...
3 Jun
Forward Meet the other Bernie Sanders: He’s voting for Trump and thinks his namesake is an antisemite 3 Jun
A 73-year-old man named Bernie Sanders, living in Beit Shemesh, Israel, shares a name with but starkly differs in beliefs from the well-known senator from Ve...
3 Jun
Forward ‘Bring them home’ chants replace usual festive mood at New York’s annual parade for Israel 2 Jun
During New York's annual Israel Parade, the traditional festive atmosphere was replaced by chants of "Bring them home" in a show of solidarity for hostages h...
2 Jun
Forward Protesters rebuild pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia during class reunions 1 Jun
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University have erected a new encampment, Revolt for Rafah, to coincide with alumni reunions, displaying banners deman...
1 Jun
Forward Biden's bold vision: A chance to turn a brutal war into a visionary future 31 May
President Joe Biden delivered a speech addressing the Gaza War, emphasizing the need for a three-stage plan proposed by Israel to end the conflict, return ho...
31 May
Forward A Holocaust museum cut a survivor from its speaker's list — for protesting the war in Gaza 31 May
Holocaust survivor Rene Lichtman, well-known for sharing his experiences, was removed from speaking at a Holocaust museum after protesting Israel's military ...
31 May
Forward 'Furiosa' is an action movie about cars. Why is there so much biblical symbolism? 31 May
"Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" introduces biblical symbolism in its narrative, drawing parallels to the story of the Garden of Eden as it follows Furiosa's journe...
31 May
Forward Yes, we can talk to people we disagree with about Israel. Here's how. 31 May
The article discusses the challenges of engaging in conversations about Israel with people who have different viewpoints, highlighting instances of disagreem...
31 May
Forward Wes Anderson meets Franz Kafka in a new streaming series 31 May
The new streaming series "Kafka," available on ChaiFlicks, delves into the life of Jewish Bohemian author Franz Kafka, exploring his relationships, struggles...
31 May
Forward Donald Trump can run for president — even from jail 31 May
Former President Donald Trump, recently indicted for 34 felony counts, can still run for president in 2024, even if he ends up in jail. This scenario draws p...
31 May
Forward 'What's Kosher?' An Indian-Jewish poet's take on memory, belonging, and her people's delicious history. 31 May
Zilka Joseph, an Indian Jewish poet, explores themes of memory, belonging, and her community's history in her poetry collection, focusing on the Bene Israel ...
31 May
Forward The hugely influential record label that unites Albert Einstein, Bob Dylan and Bernie Sanders lives on 31 May
Folkways Records, founded by Jewish entrepreneur Moses Asch with encouragement from Albert Einstein, was a unique and influential label in the 1940s and 1950...
31 May
Forward We're Israelis who study fascism. This week, our country took a terrifying step toward the abyss 31 May
Israeli scholars and historians, Shira Klein and Lior B. Sternfeld, warn of Israel's rapid descent into fascism as legislation is proposed requiring universi...
31 May
Forward How much more injustice will Trump's Jewish supporters tolerate? 31 May
In light of Donald Trump's felony conviction, Jewish supporters face a moral dilemma regarding prioritizing support for Israel over the rule of law and Ameri...
31 May
Forward Donald Trump, convicted on 34 felony counts, blames George Soros for guilty verdict 30 May
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony charges related to concealing payments made to an adult film star, making him the first U.S. pres...
30 May
Forward Analysis: After hesitating, why did Miriam Adelson just commit more than $100,000 to Trump's campaign? 30 May
Miriam Adelson, wife of the late Sheldon Adelson, who previously remained neutral in the Republican primaries, has pledged over $100 million to support forme...
30 May
Forward Nudniks, nude performers and a Nobel winner have one thing in common — they all love the Marx Brothers 30 May
Marxfest celebrated the legacy of the Marx Brothers with over two dozen events, drawing fans from various locations to honor Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and somet...
30 May
Forward 7 Jewish things about the courthouse where jurors deliberated Donald Trump’s fate 30 May
The Manhattan courthouse where jurors deliberated Donald Trump's case has several Jewish connections. These include Trump's claim that a Soros-backed D.A. in...
30 May
Forward Families of Oct. 7 victims beg for peace. By ignoring them, Israel's government dishonors their loved ones' memories 30 May
Families of victims from the Oct. 7 attack in Israel, including peace activists killed by Hamas, are pleading for peace and condemning the ongoing violence i...
30 May
Forward On the road again — except a lot more Jewish than Jack Kerouac, or T.S. Eliot for that matter 30 May
"Goyhood" is Reuven Fenton's debut novel following the lives of twin brothers David and Marty Belkin from adolescence in New Moab, Georgia to middle age, whe...
30 May
Forward Why is Ken Burns so negative about Yiddish? 30 May
Ken Burns delivered a commencement speech at Brandeis University, urging the power of stories to generate empathy and challenge assumptions, while highlighti...
30 May
Forward Did Labour suspend a candidate for liking a Jon Stewart joke? 30 May
British Labour Party candidate Faiza Shaheen was barred from running for parliament due to liking social media posts, including one linking to an old Jon Ste...
30 May
Forward A rambunctious child is driving Mom nuts. What can she say besides ‘Stop’ and ‘Don’t’? 30 May
A mother seeks advice on how to handle her rambunctious 6-year-old son who yells, doesn't sit still, and displays disruptive behaviors. Suggestions from the ...
30 May
Forward Israel now has its own Strawberry Fields — to honor a hostage whose body was just recovered in Gaza 30 May
The article discusses Uri Alon's connection to Michel Nisenbaum, an employee who was killed by militants in Gaza. Nisenbaum, known for his work on The Salad ...
30 May
Forward Arrest made in pro-Israel violence at UCLA encampment 29 May
An arrest was made at UCLA in connection to an incident of violence at a pro-Palestinian encampment, where a pro-Israel protester, Edan On, allegedly partici...
29 May
Forward My fellow supporters of Israel's war: We must grieve the horrifying deaths of innocent Palestinians in Rafah 29 May
A Jewish columnist reflects on the emotional toll of supporting Israel's war efforts in the face of civilian casualties, particularly in the aftermath of a t...
29 May
Forward 'Somebody’s listening': Jewish Columbia student leverages social media to help refugees flee Gaza 29 May
Jewish Columbia University student Makayla Gubbay has utilized social media to raise funds for refugees in Gaza, notably assisting Sara Suleiman and her fami...
29 May
Forward Viral meme urges 'all eyes on Rafah' — yet it fails to show Rafah at all 29 May
A viral meme advocating for attention on Rafah in the wake of Israeli strikes on a refugee camp near Rafah has sparked discussion online, with many questioni...
29 May
Forward Jamaal Bowman, an increasingly sharp critic of Israel, wins Socialists’ endorsement 29 May
Rep. Jamaal Bowman, known for his increasing criticism of Israel, recently won the endorsement of the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of A...
29 May
Forward Critically acclaimed Israeli film offers great performances, family tension, and nostalgia for an unsavory past 29 May
"Seven Blessings," an Israeli film, delves into the complex family dynamics and cultural tensions within a Moroccan Jewish family, highlighting traditions re...
29 May
Forward What will they say about you when you die? 29 May
Rabbi Daniel Cohen reflects on the fragility of life and the importance of living with a sense of urgency and purpose in his personal narrative about a life-...
29 May
Forward 2 students at LA Orthodox school accuse staff member of "inappropriate relationship" 29 May
Two students at YULA, an Orthodox Jewish high school in Los Angeles, came forward to report an inappropriate sexual relationship with a female staff member, ...
29 May
Forward How I helped bring the story of Hollywood's Jewish founders to the Academy Museum — where it belongs 28 May
The article discusses the efforts of Sharon Rosen Leib to raise awareness and highlight the significant contributions of Jewish founders in the establishment...
28 May
Forward A hauntingly bizarre musical upends Stephen Sondheim's signature maxim — here, everyone is alone 28 May
Dave Malloy's bold, innovative musical "Three Houses" presented at Signature Theatre explores lockdown-era isolation through a unique interpretation of The T...
28 May
Forward How Franz Kafka can help us understand the history of segregation in America 28 May
Stanley Corngold, a Princeton scholar of German literature, formed an unexpected friendship with Jack Greenberg, a Columbia law professor involved in the lan...
28 May
Forward Will the IDF's 'tragic mistake' in Rafah spell the end of the war? 27 May
The article discusses the recent IDF airstrike in Rafah, Gaza, that resulted in the death of at least 45 civilians, leading to Prime Minister Benjamin Netany...
27 May
Forward What's behind the boom in Holocaust TV? 24 May
The recent surge in Holocaust-themed TV shows reflects a trend in the entertainment industry to tackle weighty subjects for prestige, with a mix of accurate ...
24 May
Forward Why a Harvard rabbi walked off the stage at commencement 24 May
Rabbi Hirschy Zarchi of Chabad at Harvard walked off the stage during the university's commencement after feeling that the ceremony had slandered Israel and ...
24 May
Forward How university presidents have failed us during this turbulent year on campus 24 May
The article discusses the role of university presidents amidst campus turbulence, referencing a story from Haverford College in 1986 and the recent challenge...
24 May