Kveller
What Makes a Name Jewish?
5 Sep
The article from Kveller explores the complexities and personal decisions involved in choosing a name for a Jewish child in the context of rising antisemitis...
5 Sep
Kveller
‘Kissufim’ on Netflix Is a Timely and Harrowing Movie About What it Means to Be Israeli
4 Sep
"Kissufim," directed by Keren Nechmad, is a poignant film exploring the intricacies of Israeli identity and history. Set in 1977 on Kibbutz Kissufim near the...
4 Sep
Kveller
Rachel Goldberg-Polin: Jewish Moms Are With You
4 Sep
Rachel Goldberg-Polin's courageous advocacy has made her a prominent figure during the ongoing hostage crisis involving Hamas. After it was confirmed that he...
4 Sep
Kveller
At Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s Funeral, A Beautiful Boy Remembered
3 Sep
The funeral of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a beloved young man who was tragically murdered during a Hamas attack, drew a large and diverse crowd at Jerusalem's Har...
3 Sep
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Join Us in Sharing Our Collective Gratitude for Rachel Goldberg-Polin
3 Sep
Rachel Goldberg-Polin, the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli-American hostage tragically murdered by Hamas, has become a symbol of strength and acti...
3 Sep
Kveller
The Sky Does Not Witness: A Poem for the Mothers
3 Sep
"The Sky Does Not Witness: A Poem for the Mothers" is a poignant and evocative poem reflecting on the shared pain and loss experienced by mothers in Israel a...
3 Sep
Kveller
Each of the 6 Murdered Hostages Recovered in Rafah Was an Entire Universe
1 Sep
The recent tragedy of six Israeli hostages murdered in Rafah by Hamas militants—Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi, Ori Danino, Almog Sarusi, ...
1 Sep
Kveller
Jewish Actress Marlee Matlin To Be Subject of New PBS ‘American Masters’ Film
30 Aug
Marlee Matlin, the first deaf actor to win an Oscar, will be the subject of a PBS American Masters documentary, marking the first time the series will primar...
30 Aug
Kveller
It Took Me 30 Years, But I Finally Have a Hebrew Name
30 Aug
The article chronicles a personal journey of Jewish identity and self-discovery, focusing on the author's decision to adopt a Hebrew name after being raised ...
30 Aug
Kveller
The Trailer of Netflix’s Hot Rabbi Show, With Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, Is Here
29 Aug
Netflix is premiering a new romantic comedy series titled "Nobody Wants This," which features Adam Brody as a charming rabbi named Noah and Kristen Bell as J...
29 Aug
Kveller
Parenting Nightmare Unlocked as 4-Year-Old Breaks Ancient Jar at Israeli Museum
29 Aug
In a heartwarming incident at the Hecht Museum in Haifa, a 4-year-old accidentally broke a 3,500-year-old jar, sparking panic among his parents. The child, o...
29 Aug
Kveller
Adam Sandler’s New Netflix Comedy Special Has Strong Jewish Dad Energy
28 Aug
Adam Sandler's latest comedy special on Netflix, 'Love You,' reflects his signature comedic style with an added touch of "Jewish dad energy." Directed by Jos...
28 Aug
Kveller
Moving to Berlin While Pregnant Made Me Face My Jewish Past
28 Aug
This reflective piece by a Jewish writer explores the emotional complexities of moving to Berlin while pregnant, set against the backdrop of her family's Hol...
28 Aug
Kveller
TLC’s ‘Forbidden Love’ Offers a Surprisingly Real Depiction of Orthodox Jewish Conversion
27 Aug
TLC's show "Forbidden Love" provides a nuanced look at interfaith relationships, including an authentic depiction of conversion to Orthodox Judaism. Among th...
27 Aug
Kveller
After My Kids’ Jewish Preschool Got a Bomb Threat, I Looked For the Light
27 Aug
The article reflects a mother's emotional journey following a bomb threat at her child's Jewish preschool. Initially overwhelmed by fear and the urge to with...
27 Aug
Kveller
Natalie Portman’s ‘Lady in the Lake’ Is an Incredible Story of American Jewish Womanhood
26 Aug
"Lady in the Lake," starring Natalie Portman, is a powerful exploration of American Jewish womanhood through the lens of a 1960s Baltimore murder mystery. Po...
26 Aug
Kveller
Jewish Back to School Traditions for a Sweet School Year
26 Aug
This article delves into various Jewish back-to-school traditions, highlighting how cultural practices associate the start of a child's education with joy an...
26 Aug
Kveller
Robert Smigel and Nathan Silver on the Jewish Magic of ‘Between the Temples’
23 Aug
"Between the Temples" is a new film by Nathan Silver, featuring a unique blend of Jewish culture, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. With a cast including Ca...
23 Aug
Kveller
Shaq Speaks Hebrew In Endearing Video to Young Israelis Affected by October 7
22 Aug
NBA star Shaquille O'Neal, affectionately known as Shaq, recently sent a heartfelt video message to Israeli children affected by the October 7 attacks, curre...
22 Aug
Kveller
Parents of Hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin Deliver a Heart-Wrenching DNC Speech
22 Aug
Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin, parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, delivered an emotionally charged speech at the Democratic National Convention, calling attent...
22 Aug
Kveller
What Does It Mean to Bring a Jewish Baby Into This World?
21 Aug
The author reflects on the complexities and fears of bringing a Jewish baby into the world amidst current global uncertainties and specific concerns for Jewi...
21 Aug
Kveller
Doug Emhoff Says Kamala Connected Him More Deeply to Judaism in DNC Speech
21 Aug
During the Democratic National Convention, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff highlighted his Jewish identity, mentioning how his interfaith marriage to Kamala Har...
21 Aug
Kveller
Please Invite Us to Carol Kane’s Dream Bat Mitzvah
20 Aug
Iconic actress Carol Kane, 72, reminisces about her limited Jewish upbringing and discusses her role as a later-in-life bat mitzvah student in the film "Betw...
20 Aug
Kveller
Losing My Jewish Dad, Gaining My German Citizenship
20 Aug
After the passing of her Jewish father, the author unexpectedly found herself longing to reclaim her German heritage and sought German citizenship under Arti...
20 Aug
Kveller
‘Love Is Blind’ Star Alexa Lemieux Gives Her Baby a Gorgeous Hebrew Name
19 Aug
"Alexa Lemieux, known from Love Is Blind, and her husband, Brennon, welcomed their daughter named Vienna Ziva Lemieux. Ziva is a Hebrew name meaning light, p...
19 Aug
Kveller
Jewish Father and Son Duo Eugene and Dan Levy Are Hosting the 2024 Emmys
19 Aug
Eugene Levy and his son Dan Levy, known for their work on the popular show "Schitts Creek," are set to host the 2024 Emmys together. Eugene won his first Emm...
19 Aug
Kveller
Beloved 1970s Picture Book ‘Tell Me a Mitzi’ Gets a New Life
19 Aug
The picture book "Tell Me a Mitzi" from the 1970s by Lore Segal and Harriet Pincus has been reissued, capturing the hearts of Jewish readers with its tales o...
19 Aug
Kveller
Barbra Streisand Talks About Her Feminist Passover Seders at Jewish Kamala Harris Event
16 Aug
Barbra Streisand, along with other well-known Jewish women, participated in a virtual event in support of Kamala Harris. Streisand emphasized the importance ...
16 Aug
Kveller
Jewish Band Distant Cousins Release Beautiful Healing Music for Our Post October 7 World
16 Aug
The band Distant Cousins released a new EP called "Out of the Darkness" following the October 7 attack in Israel, aiming to provide spiritual comfort through...
16 Aug
Kveller
‘Love Island Israel’ Is Here
15 Aug
Love Island Israel has made its debut, following the hit reality TV franchise's format where attractive singles on a Greek island strive to find love to avoi...
15 Aug
Kveller
I Wish Baby Registries Were More Common in the Jewish World
15 Aug
The author of the article discusses the lack of baby registries in the Jewish community compared to wedding registries, attributing this disparity to superst...
15 Aug
Kveller
Harper Seven, David Beckham’s Daughter, Wears Two Star of David Pendants
14 Aug
David Beckham, who proudly embraces his Jewish heritage through childhood experiences with his Jewish grandfather, has passed on a sense of Jewish pride to h...
14 Aug
Kveller
My Grandmother Lives On Through the Camp Letters She Sent Me
14 Aug
The author reminisces about their close bond with their grandmother, known as Ma Bea, who recently passed away at the age of 96. They share how discovering l...
14 Aug
Kveller
A New Sitcom About the ‘Jewish Jordan’ Starring Steph Curry Is Now on Peacock
13 Aug
"Mr. Throwback" is a new sitcom on Peacock starring NBA star Steph Curry and Adam Pally as a character named Danny Grossman, who was once a celebrated Jewish...
13 Aug
Kveller
Reconnecting With My Jewish History in Rhodes
13 Aug
The author recounts their journey to Rhodes, where their Jewish ancestors once lived, and reflects on their family's history and the tragic fate of the Jewis...
13 Aug
Kveller
Israel Won a Record Number of Medals at the 2024 Olympics
12 Aug
Israel made history at the 2024 Olympics in Paris by winning a record-breaking seven medals, including one gold, five silver, and one bronze. This marked the...
12 Aug
Kveller
My Mother, My Braid and the Saddest Day of the Jewish Year
12 Aug
The author reflects on a framed braid that belonged to her from childhood, symbolizing her transition from being the only daughter to having siblings and los...
12 Aug
Kveller
‘Saturday Night’ Trailer Puts Jewish SNL Creator Lorne Michaels on Center Stage
12 Aug
The article discusses the upcoming biopic "Saturday Night," focusing on the early days of NBC's Saturday Night Live under the leadership of Jewish creator Lo...
12 Aug
Kveller
Orthodox Influencer Miriam Ezagui Welcomes 5th Baby!
9 Aug
In a heartwarming announcement, Miriam Ezagui, a popular Orthodox Jewish influencer and labor and delivery nurse known for sharing insights into Jewish custo...
9 Aug
Kveller
The Year I Lost My Father-in-Law, I Found A New Source of Faith
9 Aug
A Persian Jewish woman in the United States reflects on the year of mourning for her father-in-law, recalling his quiet but profound presence in her life and...
9 Aug
Kveller
When it Feels Like the World Hates Your 4-Year-Old
8 Aug
The article discusses the author's struggles in raising her 4-year-old daughter in a world where hatred towards Jews persists. The author reflects on persona...
8 Aug
Kveller
Wrestling Gold Medalist Amit Elor Gave the Most Adorable Hebrew Interview
8 Aug
Amit Elor, a young American wrestler who recently won a gold Olympic medal, comes from a family deeply involved in sports, with her father being a former Isr...
8 Aug
Kveller
This New Documentary About Jewish Icon Elizabeth Taylor Is Worth the Watch
7 Aug
"Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes" is a documentary offering intimate insights into the life of the iconic Jewish actress through newly unveiled recordings. ...
7 Aug
Kveller
This Canadian Jewish Beach Is My Happy Place
7 Aug
The author reflects on the significance of Winnipeg Beach, known as the "Jewish Beach," which has been a cherished summer destination for Jewish families sin...
7 Aug
Kveller
What It Means to Be Jewish-Adjacent
6 Aug
The text discusses the concept of being "Jewish-adjacent" within interfaith Jewish families, highlighting the experiences of individuals who are not Jewish b...
6 Aug
Kveller
Why Mark Zuckerberg Wears This Jewish Prayer Around His Neck
6 Aug
Mark Zuckerberg wears a golden chain with a pendant featuring the Mi Sheberach prayer for healing around his neck, a prayer he sings to his daughters every n...
6 Aug
Kveller
Evan Gershkovich’s Jewish Mother Moved Mountains to Facilitate His Release from Russian Prison
5 Aug
Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal journalist, was released from a Russian prison thanks to his Jewish mother, Ella Milman, who undertook relentless eff...
5 Aug
Kveller
An Exclusive Look at Dara Horn’s New Passover Graphic Novel
5 Aug
Dara Horn, known for her adult fiction, is releasing her first children's graphic novel titled "One Little Goat," a Passover adventure illustrated by Theo El...
5 Aug
Kveller
All the Jewish TV Coming in August 2024
2 Aug
In August 2024, Jewish TV shows and events continue to provide quality distractions, including ongoing series like Lady in the Lake and the Olympics. New pre...
2 Aug
Kveller
Potential VP Pick Josh Shapiro Puts Jewish Family and Values at the Forefront
2 Aug
Josh Shapiro, the Jewish Governor of Pennsylvania, is being speculated as a potential Vice Presidential pick by Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 election. ...
2 Aug