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Forward How Richard Serra found infinity within the void 27 Mar
Renowned artist Richard Serra, known for his monumental sculptures, passed away at 85. His works, like the massive steel coil "Joe," create a sense of weight...
27 Mar
Forward Can you discuss a Jewish NHL player's 50-goal season without noting his 'insanely rich' family? 27 Mar
Zach Hyman, a Jewish NHL player for the Edmonton Oilers, recently achieved a significant milestone by scoring his 50th goal of the season, becoming the first...
27 Mar
Forward I spent months praying for a single Israeli hostage. Yesterday, I found out he's dead. 27 Mar
The author reflects on the emotional journey of praying for an Israeli hostage, Uriel Baruch, only to find out he was killed rather than kidnapped, adding a ...
27 Mar
Forward In Trump’s USA Bible, a reminder of his biggest moments with his ‘favorite book’ 27 Mar
Donald Trump is now endorsing the God Bless The USA Bible, selling for $60, which includes the King James version and the Constitution to "keep Americans pro...
27 Mar
Forward Asian descendants of hidden Jews maintain their languages 27 Mar
Descendants of hidden Jews in Asia, particularly the Macanese in Macau, China, and the Kristang people in Singapore and Malaysia, are mixed-heritage creole c...
27 Mar
Forward New York Republican lawmakers unveil plan to combat antisemitism ahead of budget vote 27 Mar
New York Republican lawmakers are advocating for measures to combat antisemitism by proposing increased funding for security and educational programs, enhanc...
27 Mar
Forward 'Schools are not doing enough': California proposal would ban calling for genocide on campus 27 Mar
A new bill in California seeks to ban calling for genocide on public college and university campuses as part of efforts to combat antisemitism. The bill, SB ...
27 Mar
Forward Why was Emma Goldman arrested at the Forward in 1916? Blame a law cited by the Supreme Court Tuesday 26 Mar
Emma Goldman, a prominent Jewish anarchist, was arrested at the Forward Building in 1916 for speaking about birth control, a subject deemed illegal under the...
26 Mar
Forward The U.N.'s ceasefire resolution insults Israelis. So does Netanyahu's feigned outrage 26 Mar
The United States abstained from vetoing a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, sparking criticism from Israeli Prime Minister B...
26 Mar
Forward Influenced by comic books, Salvador Dali and Mark Rothko, a Russian-born Jewish artist embraces his contradictions 26 Mar
Yury Kharchenko, a Russian-born Jewish artist based in Berlin, explores his complex identity as a contemporary Jew through his paintings that combine pop cul...
26 Mar
Forward Done with gefilte dogs, Manischewitz launches a new look in time for Pesach 26 Mar
Manischewitz, the well-known kosher food brand, has undergone a major rebranding to attract a wider audience with a fresh look featuring bold colors, Hebrew-...
26 Mar
Forward Could a Jewish voice from a previous century be a prophet for our times? 26 Mar
Aaron David Gordon, a figure from a previous century, is reconsidered in contemporary times by Tel Aviv University professor Yuval Jobani in a new book. Whil...
26 Mar
Forward I’m a former IDF combat soldier. Treating the trauma of Israelis and Palestinians is the only way forward 26 Mar
Former IDF combat soldier Elazar Weiss reflects on his personal journey from believing in Israel's just cause to empathizing with Palestinians and recognizin...
26 Mar
Forward In 1943, an opera was composed at a concentration camp. Now, it’s a graphic novel 26 Mar
In 1943, during their time in Terezin concentration camp, Peter Kien and Viktor Ullmann created the symbolic opera "The Emperor of Atlantis" as a reflection ...
26 Mar
Forward Training the 'Hester Street' actors how to say their Yiddish lines 26 Mar
Miriam Isaacs is the Yiddish language coach for the play "Hester Street," a drama set in the world of Jewish immigrant life in New York. The play revolves ar...
26 Mar
Forward Jeremy Swayman, all-star Boston Bruins goalie, confirms Jewish roots in bar mitzvah video 26 Mar
Boston Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman confirmed his Jewish roots in a personalized video message for a fan's bar mitzvah, revealing he had celebrated his own b...
26 Mar
Forward Historic synagogue in Brooklyn, home to Hebrew Israelites for half a century, set for demolition 25 Mar
Congregation Bnai Adath Kol Beth Yisrael, a Hebrew Israelite congregation in Brooklyn, saw their historic synagogue, vacant since a 2017 fire, demolished aft...
25 Mar
Forward UN ceasefire resolution is a signal, not a sanction, for Israel 25 Mar
The UN ceasefire resolution passed with US abstention signals a shift in US-Israel relations, indicating President Biden's frustration with Netanyahu's stanc...
25 Mar
Forward Jewish jokes for your Passover Seder table 25 Mar
This article offers a collection of Jewish jokes suitable for sharing at the Passover Seder to lighten the mood during the holiday. The jokes cater to differ...
25 Mar
Forward Baseball's Jewish iron man has played 21 straight seasons for the Red Sox and hasn't missed a single game 25 Mar
Josh Kantor, the organist at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox, has maintained a streak of playing at every game for 21 seasons, totaling 1,698 games. Inspi...
25 Mar
Forward Haredi ‘lost boys’ may find themselves drafted into Israel's army 25 Mar
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Israel regarding the exemption of young Haredi men from mandatory military service if they claim to be studying T...
25 Mar
Forward Haredi ‘lost boys’ may find themselves drafted into Israel's army 25 Mar
Amidst the backdrop of the Israeli Supreme Court's decision to draft ultra-Orthodox men into the army, a significant debate persists about the integration of...
25 Mar
Forward In a first, US withholds its veto and abstains from UN ceasefire resolution 25 Mar
In a significant shift, the US abstained from a UN resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, a departure from its past vetoes on similar resolut...
25 Mar
Forward Yes, you can keep your Jewish-themed event safe in this fraught moment 22 Mar
The Secure Community Network (SCN) offers free security advice for Jewish events to help assess threats, connect with law enforcement, and provide best pract...
22 Mar
Forward Why I made cookies for Purim despite — actually, because of — the war 22 Mar
In response to the ongoing conflict and hostage situation involving 134 captives abducted by Hamas, Jodi Rudoren reflects on participating in a social-media ...
22 Mar
Forward Muslims at iftar dinner co-sponsored by Israeli embassy praised for their 'courage' 22 Mar
Amid tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict, a Muslim-Jewish iftar dinner co-sponsored by the Israeli embassy was attended by fewer Muslims this year, with ...
22 Mar
Forward This rocker (almost) named Eric Kaminkowitz had a thing for edible berries and inspired Bruce Springsteen and 'Dirty Dancing' 22 Mar
Eric Carmen, a talented musician who recently passed away at 74, was best known as the frontman for Raspberries, a group recognized for pioneering the power ...
22 Mar
Forward I directed a controversial Israel documentary. Efforts to cancel Jonathan Glazer are a symptom of a bigger problem 22 Mar
The article discusses the ongoing backlash faced by Jewish film director Jonathan Glazer after his controversial remarks at the Oscars criticizing Israel. Gl...
22 Mar
Forward Is the Purim story actually a work of Babylonian fan fiction? 22 Mar
The article discusses the parallels between the Purim story and ancient Babylonian myths, suggesting that the Book of Esther may be seen as ancient fan ficti...
22 Mar
Forward Don't be fooled: Palestinian suffering in this war is exactly what Hamas wants 21 Mar
In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, the author argues that Hamas is not working towards a Palestinian state or justice, but rather aims to thwart peace by ...
21 Mar
Forward This month marks a year since Evan Gershkovich and Elizabeth Tsurkov were deprived of their freedom 21 Mar
This article discusses the one-year anniversaries of two Jewish individuals deprived of their freedom: journalist Evan Gershkovich imprisoned in Russia on es...
21 Mar
Forward New data challenges assumptions about campus antisemitism 21 Mar
A new study challenges assumptions about campus antisemitism by revealing that conservative college students are more likely than liberals to hold extreme vi...
21 Mar
Forward 7 under-the-radar Purim treats you can get from NYC bakeries 21 Mar
In New York City, there are unique and lesser-known Purim treats to enjoy beyond the traditional Hamantaschen. Mansoura bakery offers exquisite Syrian-Egypti...
21 Mar
Forward On the National Mall, 3 minutes in a 'Hamas tunnel' 21 Mar
On the National Mall, a shipping container has been set up by advocates for the hostages held by Hamas, aiming to raise awareness. Visitors walk through the ...
21 Mar
Forward After saying Netanyahu has ‘lost his way,’ Chuck Schumer says he would welcome him to address Congress 21 Mar
Senator Chuck Schumer, after criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and calling for new elections in Israel, has stated that he would welcome ...
21 Mar
Forward The internet’s Kate Middleton obsession may have revealed an unsavory Jewish secret 21 Mar
Amid the speculation surrounding Kate Middleton's disappearance, a connection has emerged between Prince William's alleged mistress, Rose Hanbury, and the Je...
21 Mar
Forward Why do so many Yiddish words in English have a German spelling? 21 Mar
The article discusses the reasons behind the prevalence of Yiddish words in English with German spellings. It highlights the historical influence of the Jewi...
21 Mar
Forward Polls of Israelis and Palestinians can suggest two different realities. Here's where they agree. 21 Mar
Recent polls conducted on Israelis and Palestinians have shown that both groups share a belief that Israel is unlikely to emerge victorious in the current wa...
21 Mar
Forward Police in Newton, Massachusetts, investigating string of vandalism targeting pro-Israel homes as hate crimes 20 Mar
Authorities in Newton, Massachusetts are investigating a series of vandalism incidents targeting pro-Israel homes as hate crimes, with incidents including de...
20 Mar
Forward Department of Education reaches resolution with Utah school district over reports of antisemitism 20 Mar
The U.S. Department of Education has resolved its investigation into a public school district in Park City, Utah, regarding reports of antisemitic harassment...
20 Mar
Forward 9 Jewish college basketball players and coaches to watch during March Madness in 2024 20 Mar
The 2024 NCAA Tournament, known as March Madness, features several Jewish players and coaches to watch, including standout figures such as Camilla Emsbo at D...
20 Mar
Forward 'If I were injured there, the best thing would be to die': An ICU doctor's devastating mission to Gaza 20 Mar
An ICU doctor from New York joined a humanitarian mission to Gaza, where she witnessed the devastating impact of war on civilians. Overwhelmed hospitals lack...
20 Mar
Forward 2 investigations underway following complaints of sexism at Ziegler rabbinical seminary 20 Mar
American Jewish University and its Ziegler rabbinical school are facing two investigations into sexism and misconduct allegations against Rabbi Bradley Shavi...
20 Mar
Forward Jewish film festival in Canada latest event to be canceled over ‘security concerns’ 20 Mar
The Hamilton Jewish Film Festival in Canada was canceled due to security concerns following complaints and threats related to Israeli films in the lineup, su...
20 Mar
Forward Group of rabbis calls on Biden to ignore calls for a ceasefire in Gaza 20 Mar
A group of over 1,000 American rabbis from various denominations released a statement rejecting calls for a ceasefire in Gaza and opposing conditioning U.S. ...
20 Mar
Forward Charles Lindbergh was a vicious antisemite. Why does St. Louis publicly honor him? 20 Mar
Charles Lindbergh, the famed aviator known for his solo transatlantic flight in 1927, was honored in St. Louis with the naming of Lindbergh Boulevard in 1930...
20 Mar
Forward How the 1919 solar eclipse made Albert Einstein famous 20 Mar
In 1919, Albert Einstein was a relatively unknown figure, facing doubts about his work and struggling professionally. However, during a total solar eclipse t...
20 Mar
Forward New survey shows Biden voters share Schumer’s critique of Netanyahu 20 Mar
A recent survey revealed that a majority of Democrats, including voters who support President Joe Biden, hold unfavorable views of Israeli Prime Minister Ben...
20 Mar
Forward Prominent Jewish names join letter to Biden from progressive donors warning against ‘unconditional’ support for Israel 20 Mar
Prominent Jewish Democratic donors, including George and Liana Krupp, Barbara Dobkin, Carol Winograd, Tamara Abrams, Margery Goldman, and Marsha Rosenbaum, h...
20 Mar
Forward Department of Education increases transparency around Title VI discrimination investigations post-Oct. 7 20 Mar
The U.S. Department of Education has started to increase transparency around its investigations into discrimination on college campuses, specifically focusin...
20 Mar