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How Yiddish and Savta Sarah shaped my Jewish journey
5 May
Kyle Desrosiers-Levine recounts how his Jewish journey began with an academic interest in Jewish languages during his time as a Fulbright fellow in Israel. H...
5 May
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Tony nominee Mark Rosenblatt’s ‘Giant’ journey began with Menachem Begin
5 May
Mark Rosenblatt's Tony-nominated play "Giant" explores themes of antisemitism and divergent views on Israel, sparked by Rosenblatt's experiences from a schoo...
5 May
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A new Hebrew press in Berlin argues that Israel doesn’t own the language
4 May
Altneuland, a pioneering Hebrew publishing house established by Dory Manor and Moshe Sakal in Berlin, seeks to create a global platform for Hebrew literature...
4 May
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Jewish library and Chabad near Buenos Aires attacked, Argentine Jewish advocates say
4 May
A Jewish library and a Chabad center near Buenos Aires were attacked in a series of antisemitic incidents in La Plata, Argentina. On Thursday night, a Moloto...
4 May
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Cornell’s Jewish president clashes with students following on-campus debate about Israel
4 May
Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff found himself in a tense situation with student protesters after a debate on Israel, reflecting ongoing campus...
4 May
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Reform Judaism helped craft the Voting Rights Act. Its evisceration gives Jews a new mission
4 May
In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision further weakening the Voting Rights Act (VRA), Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner emphasizes the historical and o...
4 May
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This graphic novel illustrates the story of America’s first Jewish congregation — pirates and all
4 May
"Remnants," a graphic novel by Julian Voloj, explores the rich and often-overlooked history of the first Jewish congregation in North America. This novel she...
4 May
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A new musical wonders: What happened to solidarity with English Jews?
4 May
The musical "Cable Street" captures the historical clash in London's East End in 1936, where Jews and Irish East Enders confronted Oswald Mosley's fascists. ...
4 May
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A New Jersey congregation was already falling apart. Then came Oct 7.
4 May
Nathaniel Popkin's novel, "Partly Strong, Partly Broken," revolves around Rabbi Adinah Feld as she navigates multiple crises in her New Jersey synagogue. Upo...
4 May
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Most Jewish voters rate Mamdani poorly, new poll finds
3 May
Mayor Zohran Mamdani, despite four months in office, remains unpopular among New York City's Jewish voters, with 58% rating his performance as poor or fair, ...
3 May
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British Green Party candidate tweeted about killing Zionists from Anne Frank parody account
3 May
A candidate from the UK Green Party, Tina Ion, has sparked a major controversy by making antisemitic posts under the pseudonym "thereal.anne.frank." These po...
3 May
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New documentary captures the lively history of Yiddish theater in America
3 May
"Immigrant Songs: Yiddish Theater and the American Jewish Experience," a new documentary by the Milken Archive of Jewish Music, spotlights the evolution of Y...
3 May
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Is supporting peace illegal in Israel? A shocking arrest carries a warning
2 May
In 2026, the detention of Alex Sinclair, a Jewish education lecturer, for wearing a kippah adorned with both Israeli and Palestinian flags in Israel raises s...
2 May
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The handwriting analysis that convicted Alfred Dreyfus is for sale
1 May
The infamous handwriting analysis report that played a crucial role in the wrongful conviction of Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish French military officer, is now on...
1 May
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Yiddish street signs: Commemoration or marginalization?
1 May
The presence of Yiddish street signs in Berlin, initiated by artist Sebestyn Fiumei in 2021, sparked a dialogue about commemorating Jewish history through Yi...
1 May
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Class assignment: Get to know your murdered Jewish neighbors
1 May
Alyssa Katz narrates an evocative journey to Saint-Quentin in northeastern France, showcasing a poignant initiative led by history teacher Damien Bressolles ...
1 May
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Women aren't equal citizens in Israel. But this week brought us closer than ever
1 May
Sara Sapadin highlights the historic achievements of gender equality within Israeli religious institutions as three women take the Chief Rabbinate's rabbinic...
1 May
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I'm an Orthodox student in NYC. I'm grateful Mamdani vetoed the school buffer bill
1 May
Ami Dube, an Orthodox Jewish student at New York City's Hunter College, shares his views on free speech and student activism, particularly appreciating Mayor...
1 May
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s selection as JTS commencement speaker roils graduating class
1 May
Controversy has arisen at the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) as a group of students and alumni petition to disinvite Israeli President Isaac Herzog from d...
1 May
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‘Don’t give up on us now’: Israel peace summit convenes thousands to aim for elusive progress
1 May
The third annual People's Peace Summit convened in Tel Aviv during a brief pause in Israel's prolonged conflict, drawing thousands from across societal divid...
1 May
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A GOP lawmaker tried to put a Holocaust denier on New Hampshire’s Holocaust education board
1 May
In a concerning development within the New Hampshire legislative process, GOP state Rep. Matt Sabourin dit Choinire attempted to embed Holocaust denial rheto...
1 May
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NH lawmaker reprimanded for ‘final solution’ joke aimed at Jewish colleague
1 May
New Hampshire GOP state Rep. Travis Corcoran faces disciplinary action for a tweet referencing the Nazi 'final solution,' targeting Jewish Democratic colleag...
1 May
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Sheryl Sandberg endows scholarship at Camp Ramah in California in honor of late husband
1 May
Sheryl Sandberg, former COO of Meta, has endowed a scholarship fund at Camp Ramah in California in memory of her late husband, Dave Goldberg. The camp, which...
1 May
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Keir Starmer: ‘If you stand alongside people who say Globalize the Intifada, you are calling for terrorism against Jews’
1 May
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, reacting to a terror attack in London's Orthodox Jewish neighborhood of Golders Green, called for prosecuting those usin...
1 May
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Analysis: As Democrats unite behind Platner, Schumer’s future as leader faces tests
30 Apr
As Democrats rally behind Graham Platner, a progressive candidate with controversial views regarding Israel and a past Nazi-linked tattoo, concerns arise amo...
30 Apr
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As Supreme Court dilutes Voting Rights Act, Tennessee’s first Jewish congressman could lose his seat
30 Apr
The weakening of the Voting Rights Act by the Supreme Court may jeopardize the seat of Steve Cohen, Tennessee's first Jewish congressman. Representing a majo...
30 Apr
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Monitored phone calls and fear of arrest: What life looks like for Iran’s Jews now
30 Apr
Iran's Jewish community, estimated at 10,000 people, navigates a complex and dangerous landscape amid ongoing tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel. Co...
30 Apr
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Graham Platner, whose Maine Senate run has concerned Jews, becomes presumptive Democratic nominee
30 Apr
Graham Platner, a political newcomer seeking to unseat U.S. Senator Susan Collins in Maine, has become the Democratic nominee, raising concerns among Jewish ...
30 Apr
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New book details the long and winding road trod by the Beatles and Bob Dylan
30 Apr
The relationship between the Beatles and Bob Dylan is explored in depth in Jim Windolf's new book, "Where the Music Had to Go." It delves into how these cult...
30 Apr
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British police pledge 25M pounds for Jewish security in wake of London stabbing
30 Apr
Following a terrorist stabbing incident in the Orthodox neighborhood of Golders Green, British authorities have allocated £25 million to bolster security for...
30 Apr
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He was president of his synagogue. Now he wants to be LA’s next mayor.
30 Apr
Adam Miller, a businessman and former synagogue president, is running for mayor of Los Angeles. Despite his strong Jewish identity and involvement, Miller ha...
30 Apr
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This Jewish feminist has been the NYC’s sanitation department’s official artist for 50 years. A new movie tells her story.
29 Apr
Mierle Laderman Ukeles, a pioneering Jewish feminist and New York City's Sanitation Department artist-in-residence for nearly 50 years, is the subject of the...
29 Apr
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A new documentary challenges stereotypes about Orthodox Jewish women — and their wigs
29 Apr
"Sheitel: Beauty in the Hidden," is a documentary by Lynda Medjuck-Suissa that delves into the cultural, religious, and personal significance of hair coverin...
29 Apr
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Mamdani fails first political test in Manhattan race. Here’s why it matters to Jews
29 Apr
In a significant political event for New York City and its Jewish community, Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced a defeat in a crucial special election. The election ...
29 Apr
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What it means for Jews when Trump administration officials misquote the Bible
29 Apr
The article discusses the historical and contemporary practice of American leaders citing the Bible, accurately or not, in their public speeches and writings...
29 Apr
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US soldier charged for threatening to ‘kill every single Jew’ inside of a synagogue
28 Apr
A US soldier, Jakob Marcoulier, stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana, has been arrested for threatening a mass shooting at a synagogue, expressing antisemitic s...
28 Apr
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J.D. Salinger asked publishers to remove references to his Jewish heritage, newly surfaced letters reveal
28 Apr
Newly uncovered letters from 1951 reveal that J.D. Salinger, known for his reclusiveness, requested the removal of references to his Jewish heritage from the...
28 Apr
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NBA coach Steve Kerr: ‘Israel sought revenge for Oct. 7 and now 72,000 Palestinians have been killed’
28 Apr
Steve Kerr, Golden State Warriors head coach, has criticized Israel's response to the events of October 7, suggesting it pursued revenge over peace, leading ...
28 Apr
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How Saul Rubinek’s best lie helped him get to the truth about his family’s Holocaust history
28 Apr
Saul Rubinek's latest book, "All In The Telling: A Somewhat True Story," intertwines memoir, Holocaust history, and fiction, shedding light on his family's h...
28 Apr
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They escaped the Nazi genocide, but these 'Wanderers' still went through hell
28 Apr
Daniela Gerson's memoir "The Wanderers" delves into the often-overlooked narrative of Polish Jews during the Holocaust who found themselves in the Soviet Uni...
28 Apr
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They told Willy Loman he was everything; 'twas a great American lie
28 Apr
Talya Zax explores a new Broadway production of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman," drawing analogies between the tragic figures of Willy Loman and Shakes...
28 Apr
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No Tourists, no income: The collapse of livelihoods in Jerusalem’s Old City
28 Apr
The article investigates the severe economic impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on traders and craftspeople in Jerusalem's Old City. Once a bustling market w...
28 Apr
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Matan Koch, disability advocate who urged Jewish communities to ‘let everyone in,’ dies at 44
28 Apr
Matan Koch, a significant advocate for disability inclusion, passed away at 44 after battling stomach cancer. Renowned for his inspiring advocacy work in Jew...
28 Apr
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Pro-Palestinian activists force Milan Jewish group out of parade marking end of WWII in Italy
28 Apr
During a parade in Milan marking Italy's Liberation Day, pro-Palestinian activists forced a Jewish group, commemorating the WWII-era Jewish Brigade, to leave...
28 Apr
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New York shouldn't divest from Israel Bonds — and voters should be wary of politicizing pensions
27 Apr
Kent M. Swig argues against calls for New York to divest its pension funds from Israel Bonds, emphasizing the financial and ethical implications of such a mo...
27 Apr
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Cole Allen’s manifesto cites the Bible — so why did Trump say he ‘hates Christians?’
27 Apr
Analyzing the political rhetoric of Donald Trump, the article examines how he frames actions by devout Christians like Cole Allen as anti-Christian, despite ...
27 Apr
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How Israel became a country where teenagers murder each other in cold blood
27 Apr
In the wake of two tragic murders of young Ethiopian-Israelis, Dan Perry reflects on the deteriorating state of Israeli society, highlighting a deepening cul...
27 Apr
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An Indiana town had no Jewish cemetery. When its mayor died, it built one
27 Apr
Marcus Levy, a respected mayor of Aurora, Indiana, in 1871, passed away, creating a unique situation as the town lacked a Jewish cemetery. Despite plans to b...
27 Apr
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Apple TV's 'Your Friends & Neighbors' just gave us a stunningly authentic Jewish episode
27 Apr
The Apple TV series 'Your Friends & Neighbors' recently featured a Passover seder in its fourth episode, marking an authentic portrayal of Jewish culture on ...
27 Apr
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How young people once used Yiddish personal ads to find a partner
27 Apr
In the early 20th-century cities of Warsaw and Vilna, Yiddish-speaking Jews began using newspaper marriage ads as an innovative approach to finding partners,...
27 Apr