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The text discusses the story of Akedat Hannah, the sacrifice of Hannah and her son Samuel, and its connection to the binding of Isaac and other instances of ...

In this personal essay, the author reflects on his decision to start dating shortly after his wife's sudden passing. Despite societal expectations for a prol...

The author shares their personal experience of fasting on Yom Kippur without engaging in other religious practices like prayer or going to synagogue. They re...

The shofar, a hollow horn made from the head of a ram, goat, or antelope, is primarily used in religious rituals. However, it has also made appearances in va...

Measuring success in a Jewish classroom raises questions about what defines achievement in Jewish studies, emphasizing the balance between collective standar...

The text explores the revival of Jewish law (halachah) in modern Israel, showcasing how it has evolved to address not only individual and communal matters bu...

The author reflects on her experience of infertility and its connection to Rosh Hashanah. On one Rosh Hashanah, which fell nine days after her first embryo t...

The article discusses the Supreme Court hearings in Israel regarding a law passed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government that allows the Knesset t...

David Ronnel, a Jewish teenager from Arkansas, took it upon himself to address the lack of Holocaust education in his state. He joined a group advocating for...

In this episode, the discussion revolves around significant events such as the reforming of the Israeli Supreme Court and the advancements in AI, exploring t...

The podcast discusses President Biden's tendency to exaggerate or fabricate stories to enhance his image, such as claiming to have been in New York on Septem...

The Jewish Social Justice Roundtable organized a trip to Israel and the Palestinian territories in partnership with the New Israel Fund, with the aim of shif...

On September 12, 2023, a historic hearing took place at the Israeli Supreme Court to challenge a law passed by the Netanyahu government. This law eliminates ...

The article discusses common misconceptions about Israelis and aims to debunk five common stereotypes. The stereotypes include Israelis being rude, Israelis ...

Jewish entrepreneur Noam Dolgin, co-founder of CoHo BC, offers an innovative solution to Canada's housing crisis by "hacking" the market through group invest...

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Michael Rosensweig discusses the importance of Torah study and its role in the process of teshuva (repentance)....

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Rabbi Michael Rosensweig discusses the importance of returning to Torah study as a means of teshuva (repentance). He ...

The author discusses the controversy surrounding the kashrut of a particular species, which is commonly assumed to be not kosher. However, after researching ...

Tiffany Shlain, an artist, feminist, internet pioneer, and author of "24/6: Giving up Screens One Day a Week to Get More Time, Creativity, and Connection," e...

The Babyn Yar Memorial Foundation (BYMF) in Ukraine is receiving recognition and support for its work despite the recent resignation of artistic director Ily...

The article discusses the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases and the possibility of returning pandemic restrictions, such as school closures and mask mandates. ...

Jonathan Landes, inspired by his son's beekeeping endeavors in the US, started a small urban beekeeping company called Chevra Honey in Melbourne, Australia. ...

Tablet Magazine highlights the work of the Aleph Institute, an organization that provides support to incarcerated individuals and their families, while advoc...

Franklin Foer's new book, "The Last Politician: Inside Joe Biden's White House and the Struggle for America's Future," explores the early years of Biden's pr...

The author discusses the recitation of korbanot, the daily prayers that recount the performance of sacrifices in the Beit Hamikdash (the Holy Temple). While ...

Protests have been sweeping across Israel for the past 37 weeks, primarily in response to the government's plans to overhaul the courts. However, the demonst...

A Kanye West impersonator named Baron Jay Littleton Jr., also known as The Kanye Clone, wore a Jewish Lives Matter shirt at a fashion show during New York Fa...

Mexico City is experiencing a bagel boom, with at least five bakeries opening since 2020. These bakers have modified traditional New York bagel recipes to ad...

Unpublished writings and out-of-print work by the late Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, former Chief Rabbi of the United Kingdom, will soon be available online. The Jew...

In a special election for the New York State Assembly, two Orthodox candidates are vying for the seat in Queens. Republicans are hoping for an upset by capit...

At least two more synagogues in the United States were evacuated due to bomb threats, adding to the wave of threats that have targeted dozens of synagogues a...

Tens of thousands of pro-democracy protesters gathered outside Israel's Supreme Court ahead of a hearing that will decide whether to overturn a bill that rev...

In a wide-ranging conversation, Daniel Gordis and Dahlia Scheindlin joined Forward's opinion editor, Laura E. Adkins, to discuss the potential outcomes of Is...

A member of the Goyim Defense League, a neo-Nazi group based in Florida, has been extradited to the Netherlands to stand trial for projecting an antisemitic ...

The author reminisces about their love for the Israeli tradition of drinking chocolate milk from a bag known as "shoko besakit." They describe the unique exp...

Jewish institutions have been targeted by white supremacists with swatting calls and bomb threats aimed at disrupting services. The extremists behind these c...

Leni Reiss, longtime editor of Jewish News in Arizona, passed away at the age of 84. Reiss, who battled pancreatic cancer, was known for her contributions to...

San Diego City Councilmember Raul Campillo is proposing a law to make hate litter, specifically antisemitic flyers, illegal after several incidents of such f...

Elon Musk's biography, written by historian Walter Isaacson, reveals that Musk doubted biblical miracles and questioned religious stories during his upbringi...

The author questions the practice of Jewish pilgrimages to the Ukrainian village of Uman during the holiest time of the year, arguing that it detracts from t...

The term "rabbi" has taken on a slang meaning in professions where having influential connections is important. It originated in the New York Police Departme...

"The Controversialist: Arguments with Everyone, Left Right and Center" by Martin Peretz is a book that explores the life and influence of the author, who bou...

In these three recently published memoirs by 20th-century Jewish refugees to America, the authors reflect on their immigrant experiences and the baggage they...

The book review discusses "Marty Glickman: The Life of an American Jewish Sports Legend," a biography by Jeffrey S. Gurock. The book explores the life of Mar...

Israeli TV series "Fauda" will be returning for a fifth season, despite previous indications that the fourth season would be the last. The show, which follow...

Barbra Streisand is set to release two new albums, Evergreens: Celebrating Six Decades and Yentl: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition. Evergreens will include 22...

Dana El Kurd, a political science professor and expert on the Palestinian national movement, will be discussing Mahmoud Abbas in a Zoom call cosponsored with...

The documentary film "Rabbi On The Block" explores the life and work of Chicago anti-violence advocate Tamar Manasseh. The film, directed by Brad Rothschild,...

As the new school year begins, it is important to remember that going back to school is not just for children. Adults can also benefit from the enriching exp...

Employee resource groups (ERGs) are emerging as an important aspect of Jewish life in the workplace. While there are many opportunities for young Jews to eng...