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Cantors, once celebrated within the secluded Hasidic courts of Europe, became cultural icons with remarkable influence in America. This historical developmen...

Disney has corrected a depiction issue in the Mickey Mouse Funhouse episode "Nochebuena at the Funhouse / Hanukkah at Hilda's," where a character initially w...

The National Education Association (NEA), the largest teachers union in the U.S., passed a resolution to sever ties with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), hi...

The Yiddish Arts and Academics Association of North America (YAAANA) is moving its cultural center, Yiddishland California, from La Jolla, California, to La ...

Michael Kinnamon's novel "A Rooftop in Jerusalem" traces the longstanding love of its protagonist Daniel for the city of Jerusalem, despite its evolution ove...

Steven Spielberg's "Jaws," celebrating its 50th anniversary, holds more Jewish elements than initially perceived. An unexpected discovery in a new documentar...

Celebrating their lifelong friendship, Amy Gottlieb recounts her relationship with the celebrated playwright Richard Greenberg, offering glimpses into their ...

In the Rust Belt town of White Oak, Pennsylvania, the enduring tenacity of Gemilas Chesed synagogue stands as a testament to the perseverance of Jewish life ...

Joshua Aaron, creator of the ICEBlock app, helps undocumented immigrants in Los Angeles by alerting them to ICE raids. His work is inspired by Holocaust memo...

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok has sparked controversy by suddenly spewing antisemitic rhetoric, a result of Musk's adjustments to tone down so-called PC filter...

The IRS's proposed policy change to allow clergy to endorse political candidates from the pulpit challenges the apolitical nature of synagogues, threatening ...

Rabbi Jay Michaelson draws a provocative parallel between current U.S. immigration policies and historical antisemitism in Nazi Germany, likening the passive...

In a significant shift, the IRS declared that endorsements from religious pulpits should be viewed as private family discussions, effectively rendering the l...

Ohio Rep. Max Miller, a Jewish Republican and former Trump aide, was allegedly targeted in a road rage incident by Dr. Feras Hamdan, who is accused of threat...

Conservative media's backlash to director James Gunn's characterization of Superman as an immigrant underscores a recurring cultural debate over inclusion in...

Ci, a Jewish transgender woman, and her family faced severe harassment in Alabama due to their identities. After Donald Trump's 2024 re-election, policies th...

The newly signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces a national school voucher program called the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA), offering up t...

Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, has drawn criticism for spreading antisemitic and other offensive content on X. Triggered by an apparent update meant to reduce...

Zohran Mamdani, poised to become New York City's first Muslim mayor, owes a significant part of his success to a team of young Jewish professionals. This gro...

In this opinion piece, Dan Perry criticizes the celebratory meeting between President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amidst a dev...

The recent IRS announcement allowing religious leaders, including rabbis, to endorse political candidates without risking their tax-exempt status provokes a ...

The film "The Life of Chuck," adapted from Stephen King's novella by director Mike Flanagan, delves into themes of life, death, and Jewish philosophy through...

Gary Shteyngart's newest novel, "Vera, or Faith," diverges from his earlier works by exploring a dystopian world through the eyes of a 10-year-old girl in Ne...

In response to a Jewish individual's dilemma over attending a Jewish friend's pig roast, the Bintel Brief advice column reflects on the complexities of maint...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed a controversial pledge by Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, to arrest him i...

The opening of a new ICE migrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" by President Trump and Florida Gov. Rick DeSantis,...

The article discusses the dire humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza, focusing on the role of Israeli and U.S. policies in exacerbating the situation. With a...

The Jewish community in central Texas has been heavily impacted by severe floods that resulted in the loss of numerous lives, including 27 people at Camp Mys...

Rinus Isral, a Jewish Dutch footballer, was a significant figure in soccer history despite limited recognition. He captained Feyenoord to a European Cup vict...

Embeth Davidtz, renowned for roles like Helen Hirsch in "Schindler's List," delves into filmmaking with her directorial debut "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Ton...

Zohran Mamdani's support for boycotting Israel and refusal to condemn the phrase "globalize the intifada" have polarized potential voters in New York City's ...

Terrence Petty draws a chilling parallel between the Kapp Putsch of 1920 in Germany and the January 6, 2021 insurrection in the U.S., highlighting how lenien...

"The Feast of the Seven Sinners," a new Yiddish musical performed at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan, delves into themes of rebellion, vice, and tradition wit...

In an upcoming book detailing the 2024 U.S. presidential election, it is revealed that Kamala Harris's decision not to choose Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shap...

Before World War II, Yiddish was a prominent language in the Jewish communities of Mexico, reflecting a rich cultural tapestry of Eastern European Jews who m...

The article discusses a viral video featuring Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a Palestinian from Gaza, who engages in debates with pro-Palestinian activists. The video...

Following the firebombing incident on June 1, 2025, in Boulder, Colorado, which injured several people during a demonstration supporting Israeli hostages, a ...

The alliance between New York State Rep. Zohran Mamdani and Comptroller Brad Lander during the city's Democratic mayoral primary offers a template for Israel...

Jewish Home Family and The New Jewish Home are Jewish non-profit organizations providing crucial care to seniors, including Holocaust survivors, who often re...

Benyamin Cohen recounts his disdainful childhood experience at a Jewish summer camp in 1985, where he felt out of place and plotted an escape to return to hi...

In this opinion piece, Robert Zaretsky draws parallels between the resignation of the University of Virginia president under pressure from the Trump administ...

New York's Central Park became a hub of vibrant Jewish culture as thousands gathered for the world's largest Yiddish sing-along, hosted by the Folksbiene Yid...

The candidacy of Zohran Mamdani in New York's mayoral race has sparked controversy among Jewish communities, particularly for his past refusal to condemn the...

Zohran Mamdani, a socialist and New York City Democratic mayoral contender, successfully navigated allegations of antisemitism by addressing key concerns abo...

The graphic novel "The History of Jerusalem: An Illustrated Story of 4,000 Years" by Vincent Lemire, illustrated by Christophe Gaultier, has been a bestselle...

The new film "The Floaters," set in a fictional Jewish summer camp, evokes nostalgia with its portrayal of camp activities and Jewish cultural elements but r...

Kanye West, now known as Ye, had his Australian visa canceled due to the release of his controversial song "Heil Hitler," which Australian officials reviewed...

Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, has sparked controversy due to his positions on Israel, antisemitism, and Jewis...

Conflicts at Columbia University have surfaced after the House Committee on Education and Workforce obtained texts implicating Acting President Claire Shipma...

Curtis Sliwa, a Republican candidate in the NYC mayoral race, is focusing on addressing Jewish voters with apologies for past controversial remarks. Known fo...