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Between Angels and (Wo)Men: The Talmudic Approach to Sexuality
27 Dec 2023
In this article, the authors discuss the Talmudic approach to sexuality, particularly the views on sexual pleasure. They explore the conflicting opinions wit...
27 Dec 2023
Tablet
Spokane School Takes the Name of a Holocaust Survivor
27 Dec 2023
Carla Olman Peperzak, a 100-year-old Holocaust survivor, had a middle school named after her in Spokane, Washington. Peperzak was born in Amsterdam in 1923 a...
27 Dec 2023
Future of Jewish
‘The bad guys are winning.’
26 Dec 2023
The newsletter discusses four major challenges that the West faces in shaping the new world order. Firstly, the politicization of education is leading to a l...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
A plan to save Israel — by getting rid of Zionism
26 Dec 2023
In his new book, "The Necessity of Exile: Essays From a Distance," Shaul Magid argues for a reevaluation of Zionism and the benefits of living in exile, even...
26 Dec 2023
JTA
The New York Jewish Week’s 10 most-read stories of 2023
26 Dec 2023
The New York Jewish Week has compiled a list of their 10 most-read stories of 2023. The stories cover a range of topics, including the comeback of iconic Jew...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
US court sentences white supremacist who threatened Pittsburgh jurors, witnesses to 6 years
26 Dec 2023
Hardy Lloyd, a white supremacist and self-proclaimed reverend, has been sentenced to over six years in prison for threatening jurors and witnesses involved i...
26 Dec 2023
Emes Ve-Emunah
Will it Play in Peoria?
26 Dec 2023
The text argues that Israel is facing threats from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the seriousness of these threat...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
Destroy Hamas, deradicalize the Palestinians: Netanyahu lays out preconditions for peace in Wall Street Journal op-ed
26 Dec 2023
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has outlined his preconditions for peace between Israel and Gaza in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal. Netanyahu...
26 Dec 2023
Moment
Jewish Politics—A Year in Review
26 Dec 2023
The article discusses the impact of President Biden's stance on Israel and the Gaza conflict on Jewish American voters and the upcoming 2024 elections. Biden...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
Group opposing war in Gaza cancels Holocaust museum event after critics call it antisemitic
26 Dec 2023
Doctors Against Genocide, an organization opposing the war in Gaza, canceled their planned gathering at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C...
26 Dec 2023
JTA
Kanye West apologizes to the Jewish community — in Hebrew
26 Dec 2023
Kanye West, now known as Ye, has posted an apology in Hebrew to the Jewish community on Instagram and X. He expresses regret for any pain he may have caused ...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
His Light Still Shines
26 Dec 2023
Rav Gershon Neumann, a revered rosh yeshivah, rav, and posek, passed away at the age of 76. He was known for his radiant light, which inspired and transforme...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Upper Class: Chapter 45
26 Dec 2023
In Chapter 45 of "Upper Class," the protagonist prepares to meet her partner Shan's mother, feeling nervous and insecure. She tries different hairstyles to m...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Captain of Kapust
26 Dec 2023
The article discusses the lineage and influence of the Schneersohn dynasty within Chabad. Rav Menachem Mendel Schneersohn, also known as the Tzemach Tzedek, ...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
The Moment: Issue 992
26 Dec 2023
The article commemorates the 135th yahrtzeit (anniversary of death) of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch, a prominent leader of Ashkenaz Jewry in the 19th century. I...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Trust Fund: Chapter 24
26 Dec 2023
In Chapter 24 of "Trust Fund," Akiva and Libby discuss the need for someone to mix up their drumming sessions, as they both play drums. Akiva suggests that L...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
A Welcome Challenge
26 Dec 2023
Rav Yosef Elefant, a prominent figure from the Mirrer Yeshiva in Jerusalem, delivered a powerful call to action at a recent convention of Agudath Israel of A...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
Some of the best Jewish jokes from the best Jewish comedians
26 Dec 2023
This article discusses some of the best Jewish jokes from famous Jewish comedians. Jerry Seinfeld, known for his observational humor, became one of the most ...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Inbox: Issue 992
26 Dec 2023
The first letter expresses concern about recommending historically Christian colleges for Jewish students, as the writer had negative experiences with missio...
26 Dec 2023
JTA
New York Rep. Ocasio-Cortez draws fire for Christmas message comparing Jesus to Gazans
26 Dec 2023
New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced criticism for her Christmas message comparing Jesus to Palestinians, which some argued invoked the his...
26 Dec 2023
JTA
Ruth Seymour, public radio pioneer devoted to Jewish culture, dies at 88
26 Dec 2023
Ruth Seymour, a pioneer of public radio and a devoted supporter of Jewish culture, has passed away at the age of 88. As the general manager of the Los Angele...
26 Dec 2023
Between The Lines
How To Counter A Tech Culture Damaging Our Children
26 Dec 2023
In a recent talk to concerned Jewish day school parents, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt discussed the epidemic of mental illness among youth and offered ...
26 Dec 2023
Kveller
Remembering the Jewish Celebrities and Activists We Lost This Year
26 Dec 2023
2023 has been a year marked by the loss of several influential Jewish figures. Among them, human rights activist Ady Barkan, peace activist Vivian Silver, ac...
26 Dec 2023
Forward
What you need to know about Dean Phillips, the Jewish congressman running for president
26 Dec 2023
Minnesota Democrat Dean Phillips, a Jewish congressman, is running for president in the Democratic primary. He highlights the importance of open dialogue and...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
Blast occurs near Israeli embassy in India
26 Dec 2023
An explosion occurred near the Israeli embassy in New Delhi, India, but no one was injured in the blast. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, and Isr...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
‘NY Times’ op-ed page gives voice to Hamas-appointed Gaza mayor
26 Dec 2023
In an op-ed published by the New York Times, Yahya Sarraj, the Hamas-appointed mayor of Gaza City, describes the destruction caused by Israeli bombardment an...
26 Dec 2023
JTA
For teens in the Bible Belt, choosing Judaism takes a leap of faith
26 Dec 2023
This article discusses the increasing number of people converting to Judaism in Oklahoma, particularly in the Jewish community of Temple Bnai Israel in Oklah...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
‘We don’t like Nazis either,’ Substack says, opts not to ban them
26 Dec 2023
A group of over 200 writers on the newsletter platform Substack published a letter expressing concern about the platform hosting and supporting neo-Nazi figu...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
IAEA: Iran accelerates production of near-weapons-grade uranium
26 Dec 2023
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reported that Iran has tripled its enrichment of uranium to 60%, reversing a previous slowdown. Iran is cur...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
A two-state fantasy
26 Dec 2023
In this article, the authors argue against the idea of a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They believe that the United States should ...
26 Dec 2023
Haaretz Weekly
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'Death in Gaza is a taboo subject in Israel right now'
26 Dec 2023
Sheren Falah Saab, a journalist covering the conflict in Gaza for Haaretz, discusses the challenges of reporting on a war when she cannot be on the ground. S...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
Nazi items on Amazon, Missouri Democrat booted, Biden campaign compares Trump to Hitler
26 Dec 2023
This article covers various instances of anti-Semitism and related incidents. The FBI believes that bomb threats to Jewish sites were initiated from outside ...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
Papua New Guinea plans consulate in Israel’s biblical heartland
26 Dec 2023
Papua New Guinea is set to open an honorary consulate in Ariel, located in the biblical heartland, becoming the first country to do so. This move follows the...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
Intel investing $25 billion in Israeli manufacturing facility
26 Dec 2023
Intel Israel and the Israeli government have announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Kiryat Gat, representing a significant investment of $2...
26 Dec 2023
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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Our End-of-Year Movie Picks
26 Dec 2023
The article discusses end-of-year movie picks for 2023, including films from earlier years and even one from 2024. It suggests that these movies are thought-...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
How the de-Hamasification of Gaza can inspire Palestinian peace and prosperity
26 Dec 2023
The article argues that a radical political and cultural transformation, similar to the post-WWII reconstruction of Germany and Japan, is necessary in Gaza i...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
South African Jews—a community under threat?
26 Dec 2023
The Jewish community in South Africa is facing challenges as the government demonstrates a bias towards Hamas and strengthens ties with the terrorist organiz...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
Voluntary population transfer floated as option for Gaza residents
26 Dec 2023
Israeli Knesset member Danny Danon has suggested voluntary population transfer as an option for Gaza residents, with South American and African countries exp...
26 Dec 2023
Future of Jewish
Inside the Israeli Psyche: 5 Hebrew Sayings That Say It All
26 Dec 2023
This article explores five Hebrew sayings that offer insight into the Israeli psyche. The first saying, "It's crap, but it's our crap," reflects Israelis' te...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
IDF soldier dies after being infected by fungus in Gaza
26 Dec 2023
An Israeli soldier has died after being infected with a dangerous fungus found in the soil of the Gaza Strip. The soldier had serious limb wounds that became...
26 Dec 2023
Mishpacha
Home Front Ep. 40 (12.25.23)
26 Dec 2023
In this episode of Home Front, several important topics are discussed. Firstly, the debate over military tactics is examined, emphasizing the need to avoid p...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
US has delivered over 10,000 tons of military equipment to Israel
26 Dec 2023
Since the start of the war on October 7th, the United States has supplied Israel with more than 10,000 tons of military equipment. These shipments have arriv...
26 Dec 2023
18forty
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Yossi Klein Halevi: What’s Next: The Future of Liberal Zionism
26 Dec 2023
Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, explores the future of liberal Zionism in an episode of the 18Forty Podcast. He discusse...
26 Dec 2023
18forty
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Yossi Klein Halevi: What’s Next: The Future of Liberal Zionism
26 Dec 2023
In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, host Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute, discusses the future of liberal Zionism. He...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
IDF reservists stumble upon 1,500-year-old lamp
26 Dec 2023
Two Israeli reserve soldiers discovered a well-preserved Byzantine-era oil lamp while at a military staging area near the Gaza border. After one of the soldi...
26 Dec 2023
The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner
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The CJN Daily panel talks about the year in politics: Canada on Israel, predicting Trudeau’s future, the Nazi standing ovation—and what to watch for in 2024
26 Dec 2023
The CJN Daily discusses Canadian politics in the context of Israel, focusing on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, UNRWA ...
26 Dec 2023
JNS
New evidence ties Gaza’s Indonesian Hospital to Oct. 7 massacre, hostages
26 Dec 2023
Israeli soldiers have discovered evidence linking the Indonesian Hospital in Gaza to Hamas and the Oct. 7 attacks. The evidence includes a vehicle belonging ...
26 Dec 2023
Rationalist Judaism
Tzaddik or Mazzik?
26 Dec 2023
Rabbi Shai Graucher, known for his close association with Rav Chaim Kanievsky and his works on his teachings, has garnered praise for his tremendous acts of ...
26 Dec 2023
Tablet
A Scholar and a Mensch
26 Dec 2023
Rabbi Dr. David Ellenson, who recently passed away, had a profound impact on the Jewish community. Known for his kindness and compassion, he cared deeply for...
26 Dec 2023
Future of Jewish
It's time to admit: We are failing to understand Hamas and the Middle East.
25 Dec 2023
The article discusses the difficulties that the West, particularly Israel, faces in understanding Hamas and the Middle East. It traces the history of the Cru...
25 Dec 2023