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Prof. Erez Ben-Yosef presents a compelling argument that challenges traditional views of the ancient Israelite monarchy, suggesting it was a complex, nomadic...

Sukkot is described as a cherished Jewish holiday, distinct from others due to its emphasis on joy, nature, and earth-based rituals. While it holds historica...

Elon Musk has singled out the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) in response to their attempts to encourage an advertiser boycott of his social media platform, X (...

In this text, the discussion revolves around the idea that there is a song that represents both the story of Noah and the story of Israel. The song is seen a...

The text discusses the recent Republican debate held at the Reagan Library, questioning its impact on the race and the utility of such debates in contemporar...

The article discusses the band DAYS, which consists of Ethan Philbrick and Ned Riseley. Philbrick is a cellist and writer who has a PhD in performance studie...

This conversation discusses James Baldwin's 1967 essay, "Negroes are Anti-Semitic Because They are Anti-White." The participants explore how the essay has be...

Isabella Hammad's novel "Enter Ghost" explores the intersection of art and politics, showcasing how an individual's politicization can actually enhance their...

Kathy Ottersten reflects on her experiences as a trans activist in ACT UP during the AIDS crisis. She discusses facing transphobia within the organization an...

In this article, the author discusses three comics published in a more provocative feminist anthology called Tits & Clits. The comics, created by Jillian Ste...

Artist Robert Russell stumbled upon images of delicate porcelain teacups on eBay and created large paintings depicting them against dark backgrounds. As he r...

In this interview, Hélène Cixous, a writer, discusses the fluidity of identities and the importance of writing as a woman. She explains how her understanding...

The article discusses the possibility of restorative justice offering healing for both crash victims and the drivers who caused harm. The author explores the...

In his book "The No-State Solution," Talmudic scholar Daniel Boyarin, known for his work in gender studies and queer theory, unexpectedly embraces Jewish nat...

The protagonist of the excerpt, a lover of literature, reflects on their devotion to books and their avoidance of anything that is not literature since the d...

Yoram Hazony, founder of the National Conservative movement and the Edmund Burke Foundation (EBF), believes that Israel serves as a model for global national...

In this text, the writer reflects on Hélène Cixous, a feminist theorist, and her profound impact on their understanding of writing and identity. They highlig...

The article discusses former President Donald Trump's frustration when he was informed that he could not leverage U.S. military aid to Israel to negotiate a ...

On Unorthodox's Under the Stars: Ep. 381, the podcast celebrates Sukkot by exploring family traditions in the Malina sukkah with Joshua's parents. The episod...

The Sukkah Boys, founded by Billy Klein and Zuzz Rapp in Melbourne, Australia, is a service that builds and fixes sukkahs. What started as a favor to friends...

Beautifully Jewish is a monthly audio series that explores Jewish material culture, focusing on ritual objects such as Shabbat candlesticks, menorahs, challa...

This is a podcast episode about the life of Doa Gracia Mendes Nas, a remarkable and influential woman. Part 1 explores her rise to power within the political...

Daniel Koren, a former member of various Jewish organizations in Canada, has founded a new group called Allied Voices for Israel to combat anti-Jewish hatred...

This episode delves into the Vilna Gaon's interpretation of Tzadikim, Banonim, and Reshaim, comparing it to the teachings of Tanya on the same subject. It ex...

This text discusses the life of Groucho Marx, born Julius Marx in 1890, who was a famous comic actor known for his slapstick comedy, clever wordplay, and dou...

This article discusses a vegetable stew for couscous recipe that is perfect for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The recipe originates from the Libyan Jewish co...

The article explores the journey of a non-religious Jewish mother navigating her 10-year-old son's burgeoning interest in attending synagogue. Despite her ow...

The commenter congratulates John for recommending author Ross Thomas, expressing a personal fondness for Thomas' works and noting that "Briarpatch" is not pa...

In Chapter 1 of "Tale of TreeO," Nellie and her twin brother Eli find themselves being chased by what Nellie believes to be a hyena in the woods near their h...

The article discusses the potential for a formal alliance between Israel and Saudi Arabia, considering the historical Arab stance against Israel and recent g...

During an official ceremony in the Canadian House of Commons, lawmakers gave two standing ovations to a 98-year-old former Ukrainian soldier who had served w...

Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Square became a battleground for religion and gender segregation on Yom Kippur due to a failed response from the Israeli police and the ...

Senator Bob Menendez, who is facing federal corruption charges, is under pressure from Senate Democrats to resign. His legal troubles could have significant ...

The article discusses the significance of Yiddish folklore and its connection to Jewish culture and literature. It focuses on the work of writer Itzik Manger...

The decline of organized labor in the American private sector is a major problem that threatens the middle class. In the past, unions were able to force empl...

The Speaker of Canada's House of Commons resigned following a scandal surrounding his leading a standing ovation for a 98-year-old Ukrainian immigrant who wa...

In a recent podcast episode, Joe Biden's visit to Michigan in support of United Auto Workers strikers is discussed, focusing on how this move could impact hi...

Maaseh Tuvia, written by Tuvia ben Moshe HaKohein in the early 18th-century, is considered the most influential Hebrew textbook of the sciences in the early ...

A discovery in the Czartoryski Library in Krakow revealed that the Baal Shem Tov, the founder of the Chassidic movement, was known in his community as a doct...

In this personal essay, the author reflects on their difficult relationship with their mother and their journey towards making peace with her. Despite a chal...

The Gemara raises the question of how Moshe, who wrote the Torah, could have written the final eight verses that describe his own death. There are two explan...

Rav Meir Shapiro, known for his creation of the daf yomi program, also had another significant accomplishment: the establishment of Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin....

Succos, known as the Days of Joy, comes after a period of intense repentance during the High Holidays. The shift in mood raises questions about the sudden ch...

This article provides a recipe for making savory meat-filled knish pots. The author suggests using pre-rolled pizza dough and cutting circles from it. Fill t...

In this lighthearted column, the author expresses gratitude for readers who make it to the end of a magazine issue, as they are rare and cherished. Being las...

The organizers of the Golden Globes have expelled an Egyptian member of its voting body, film critic Howaida Hamdy, after old tweets were discovered in which...

Davids Brisket House, a Muslim-owned delicatessen in Brooklyn, has become known for its exceptional Jewish pastrami and brisket. The owner, Riyadh Gazali, ac...

During and after the Holocaust, the Seeking Relatives column in a newspaper helped thousands of Jews reunite with their families and find each other amidst t...

This episode explores why some U.S. Republicans are opposing ongoing military assistance to Ukraine amid its war with Russia, addressing both political dynam...

French businessman Arnaud Mimran, currently serving time for fraud and other crimes, admitted to financing vacations, luxury gifts, and a transfer of one mil...