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UK and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings — but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen
22 Sep 2025
A wave of Western countries, including the UK, Australia, and Canada, have recently recognized Palestinian statehood, marking a diplomatic shift before the U...
22 Sep 2025
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Why Trump’s antisemitism crusade is causing ‘apoplexy’ for some conservative lawyers
22 Sep 2025
The Trump administration's campaign against antisemitism on university campuses has sparked mixed reactions within conservative legal circles. While some sup...
22 Sep 2025
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Great news! The rapture is coming on Rosh Hashanah
22 Sep 2025
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 ...
22 Sep 2025
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I faced network censorship in the heyday of Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore — the Trump era is different
22 Sep 2025
Sybil Sage, a veteran TV writer, reflects on historical and contemporary censorship challenges in media. She recounts her experience of facing censorship wit...
22 Sep 2025
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In these stunning psalms, everything is illuminated — including the lives of King David and Thomas More
22 Sep 2025
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...
22 Sep 2025
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What Kamala Harris says about Israel, Gaza and Palestinians in her new book
22 Sep 2025
Kamala Harris's upcoming memoir, "107 Days," sheds light on the complexities she faced concerning U.S.-Israel relations and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict ...
22 Sep 2025
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Sam Sussman fashions a mother-son love story with a side helping of Bob Dylan
21 Sep 2025
Sam Sussman's novel, "Boy from the North Country," mixes fiction and potential autobiography as it navigates a mother-son relationship amid rumors of being t...
21 Sep 2025
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In Charlie Kirk, Orthodox Jews found a champion — and a wedge
21 Sep 2025
Charlie Kirk, a divisive conservative figure, has been posthumously acclaimed by some within the Orthodox Jewish community, despite his controversial and, at...
21 Sep 2025
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A discussion in Yiddish about the Israeli writer Etgar Keret
21 Sep 2025
In a Yiddish-language discussion hosted by the Forverts, the focus is on the renowned Israeli writer Etgar Keret, known for his unique storytelling style. Ke...
21 Sep 2025
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This Israeli photographer's work is all about 'subverting masculinity'
20 Sep 2025
Nir Arieli, an Israeli photographer, has developed a body of work that explores masculinity through the lens of male dancers. His journey began during his mi...
20 Sep 2025
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The terrifying Nazi precedent for Jimmy Kimmel's suspension — and the reasons to stay hopeful
19 Sep 2025
The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from his late-night show by ABC, following comments on Charlie Kirk's death, draws parallels to a disturbing historical preced...
19 Sep 2025
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Freed hostage Edan Alexander says he’s returning to the IDF next month
19 Sep 2025
Edan Alexander, a former U.S. citizen hostage held by Hamas, has announced his intention to return to active duty in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) next mo...
19 Sep 2025
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How a Yiddish acting troupe fooled the Tsarist government
19 Sep 2025
Ester Rachel Kaminska, often hailed as the "Mother of Yiddish Theater," played a pivotal role in founding Europe's first professional Yiddish theater in the ...
19 Sep 2025
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After years of war, world’s oldest synagogue paintings are revealed as intact in Damascus
19 Sep 2025
The Dura Europos synagogue paintings, located in the National Museum of Damascus, have survived the Syrian civil war remarkably intact, as discovered by a de...
19 Sep 2025
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The 10 most Jewish things to happen to me in 10 years at the Forward
19 Sep 2025
Talya Zax reflects on her decade-long journey at the Forward, illustrating the vibrancy, humor, and interconnectedness of the Jewish community through a seri...
19 Sep 2025
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Will Judaism after Gaza actually be different from Judaism before Gaza?
19 Sep 2025
In this provocative analysis, Jay Michaelson examines the impact of Israeli military actions in Gaza on the broader Jewish community and religious identity. ...
19 Sep 2025
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Yair Golan: On this Rosh Hashanah, Israel’s reckless government needs to hear the voices of Diaspora Jews
18 Sep 2025
Yair Golan, leader of the Israeli Democrats party, calls for Diaspora Jews to actively support Israel's democracy against its current government, which he vi...
18 Sep 2025
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ADL files new lawsuit against 8 terror groups tied to Oct. 7 attacks
18 Sep 2025
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has launched a new lawsuit aimed at eight foreign terrorist groups they allege were responsible for orchestrating the deadly...
18 Sep 2025
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Why does Andrew Cuomo have to keep clarifying his position on Israel and Gaza?
18 Sep 2025
Andrew Cuomo, running for New York City mayor, continues to clarify his stance on Israel and Gaza amidst shifting political dynamics. Despite long-time suppo...
18 Sep 2025
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‘No place for Zionism’: Why some vegans are starting beef with Israeli chefs
18 Sep 2025
Israeli-born chef Guy Vaknin is facing backlash from parts of the vegan community for not condemning Israel, highlighting a growing intersection of politics ...
18 Sep 2025
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They fled from Gaza to Egypt — will they ever find their way back home?
18 Sep 2025
The film "Who Is Still Alive," directed by Nicolas Wadimoff, explores the poignant stories of nine Palestinians who fled Gaza for Egypt and are now in South ...
18 Sep 2025
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A new documentary shows what it looks like when Hasidic education fails
18 Sep 2025
The new documentary, "Unorthodox Education," examines the contentious issue of secular education in New York's yeshivas, particularly those serving Haredi co...
18 Sep 2025
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How the descendant of a notorious Jewish pirate became a swashbuckling rock ’n’ roll legend
18 Sep 2025
Phil Manzanera, renowned guitarist of Roxy Music, discovered a surprising familial connection while writing his memoir "Revolucin to Roxy"—he is a descendant...
18 Sep 2025
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As Jimmy Kimmel is pulled off air, ‘this is so much worse than McCarthyism’
18 Sep 2025
In light of the recent backlash against Jimmy Kimmel's comments following Charlie Kirk's assassination, a new wave of censorship and academic repression remi...
18 Sep 2025
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A High Holiday helpline for rabbis is flooded with millennial calls
18 Sep 2025
The Elul Helpline, created by Jewish nonprofit Atra, is increasingly utilized by younger rabbis facing intense challenges leading up to the High Holidays. Th...
18 Sep 2025
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Israel's central covenant with Jews is in peril like never before
17 Sep 2025
The article addresses the perilous state of Israel's social covenant with its people amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas. With hostages held in Gaza follo...
17 Sep 2025
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Jerry leaves Ben & Jerry’s, progressive Jewish ice-cream giant, as company battles owner on Israel speech
17 Sep 2025
Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has resigned from the company due to political pressures from owner Unilever, who he claims has stifled the br...
17 Sep 2025
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NEH’s unprecedented $10M grant to Tikvah has some Jews celebrating and others crying foul
17 Sep 2025
In a controversial move, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has awarded a groundbreaking $10.4 million grant to Tikvah, a New York-based think t...
17 Sep 2025
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European Commission seeks sweeping sanctions on Israel amid Gaza offensive
17 Sep 2025
The European Commission has proposed sanctions against Israel in response to its intensified military operations in Gaza, marking a significant policy shift ...
17 Sep 2025
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An unprecedented, and unfinished, work of Yiddish scholarship is now an opera
17 Sep 2025
Alex Weiser and Ben Kaplan have transformed the unfinished scholarly project of the Yiddish language dictionary into a chamber opera, bringing the postwar st...
17 Sep 2025
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As Democrats shift on Israel, Josh Shapiro stands firm: ‘I don’t waffle or waver because of polling’
17 Sep 2025
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and potential future presidential candidate, maintains his strong pro-Israel s...
17 Sep 2025
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Drama about Palestinian boy stopped by IDF soldiers is Israel’s Oscar entry
17 Sep 2025
A drama titled "The Sea," focusing on a Palestinian boy's encounter with IDF soldiers, has been selected as Israel's entry for the next Oscars after winning ...
17 Sep 2025
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Banners, tacks and crashes: Protests lead pro cycling team to remove ‘Israel’ from its jerseys
17 Sep 2025
Amid intense protests at the Vuelta a España, the Israeli cycling team, Israel Premier Tech, removed the country's name from their jerseys. Pro-Palestinian d...
17 Sep 2025
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Netanyahu's pitch for Israel as 'super-Sparta' is a dystopian death wish
16 Sep 2025
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vision for Israel as a 'super-Sparta'—a militaristic, self-reliant nation isolated from the global community—has been des...
16 Sep 2025
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‘I will not be silenced’: Josh Shapiro invokes assassination attempt in address on rising hate violence
16 Sep 2025
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, speaking at the Eradicate Hate Global Summit in Pittsburgh, condemned political violence, referencing both the assassinat...
16 Sep 2025
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Pleading with God, pleading with Social Security
16 Sep 2025
Judah Sussman draws a poignant parallel between the Hineni prayer recited during the High Holidays and the frustrating experience of dealing with government ...
16 Sep 2025
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Robert Redford’s legacy is surprisingly Jewish
16 Sep 2025
Robert Redford, the legendary actor and director, who passed away at the age of 89, significantly impacted the film industry and had a unique relationship wi...
16 Sep 2025
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Is this hotel Elul-washing? A rabbi blows the whistle on Qatari High Holiday hosts
16 Sep 2025
Rabbi Pini Dunner from Young Israel of North Beverly Hills is protesting the holding of High Holiday services at the Maybourne, a luxury hotel owned by Qatar...
16 Sep 2025
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Cuomo joins growing Democratic chorus urging end to Gaza war
15 Sep 2025
Andrew Cuomo, former governor of New York and current mayoral candidate, joined a chorus of Democratic voices, including Jewish governors, calling for the im...
15 Sep 2025
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A new play asks: What if the biblical matriarchs lived today?
15 Sep 2025
The play *The Matriarchs*, written by Liba Vaynberg, presents a modern reimagining of the biblical matriarchs—Miriam, Sara, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah, and Tzippo...
15 Sep 2025
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Hollywood's boycott of Israeli filmmakers is an act of spectacular self-sabotage
15 Sep 2025
The article examines the complexities of a recent Hollywood boycott against Israeli filmmakers, initiated by celebrities such as Emma Stone and Javier Bardem...
15 Sep 2025
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Was Charlie Kirk a martyr? Here’s why Christians are divided and Jews should care
15 Sep 2025
The controversial death of Charlie Kirk has prompted a profound debate among Christians, revealing deep theological divides over his portrayal as a martyr. T...
15 Sep 2025
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Bob Dylan, my mother, and the unknown painter behind 'Blood on the Tracks'
15 Sep 2025
In an exploration of Bob Dylan's creative journey during the production of his iconic album 'Blood on the Tracks,' Sam Sussman interweaves personal narrative...
15 Sep 2025
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How often does Tim Blake Nelson think about ancient Greece?
15 Sep 2025
Tim Blake Nelson, a multifaceted creative force in the entertainment world, delves into themes of ancient Greek philosophy, authoritarianism, and morality in...
15 Sep 2025
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It was the wildest scheme in American Jewish history. 200 years later, should it be remembered as a failure?
15 Sep 2025
In 1825, Mordecai Manuel Noah embarked on creating a self-governing Jewish colony named Ararat on Grand Island, New York, aiming to provide a refuge for oppr...
15 Sep 2025
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VIDEO: Twelve popular Ashkenazi dishes, made gluten-free
15 Sep 2025
Gluten-free adaptations of twelve traditional Ashkenazi dishes are explored in a culinary video series from the Forverts, aiming to bring the essence of Bubb...
15 Sep 2025
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To play in the orchestra in Auschwitz was a gruesome affair, but it was better than the alternative
15 Sep 2025
Anne Sebba's book "The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz" delves into the complex narrative of Jewish women musicians who survived Auschwitz by playing in an or...
15 Sep 2025
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Will NY Gov. Kathy Hochul’s endorsement of Zohran Mamdani cost her Jewish support?
15 Sep 2025
New York Governor Kathy Hochul's endorsement of Zohran Mamdani, a progressive Democratic nominee for NYC mayor, poses a potential risk to her Jewish voter su...
15 Sep 2025
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Amid terror in Jerusalem, a cab driver's brave gesture showcased the Israel I've always loved
13 Sep 2025
In a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of compassion amid crisis, Aviya Kushner reflects on a viral video of a Jerusalem cab driver who risked his li...
13 Sep 2025
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Everyone thought I was crazy for majoring in religious studies. Here’s why it matters now more than ever.
12 Sep 2025
Mira Fox reflects on choosing religious studies as a college major, a decision that met skepticism from her secular Jewish family concerned about practicalit...
12 Sep 2025