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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...

Joel Westheimer reflects on the life and legacy of his mother, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, renowned sex therapist and media personality, in an adapted eulogy markin...

Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York's mayoral Democratic primary has raised concerns among pro-Israel Jewish Democrats, who are uneasy about his stances, su...

The 2025 Venice Biennale features a unique cultural touch with the return of the Yiddishland Pavilion, an initiative by curator Maria Veits and artist Yevgen...

Stefanie Iris Weiss reflects on her great-grandfather Irwin Steingut, the first Jewish Speaker of the New York State Assembly, drawing parallels between his ...

Benyamin Cohen explores the stark contrast between televangelist Jimmy Swaggart's public confession and the Jewish approach to repentance. Swaggart's tearful...

Zohran Mamdani's recent victory in the Democratic mayoral primary highlights the complex relationship between his political stance and the Jewish community h...

Karen Diamond, an 82-year-old Jewish woman, died from injuries sustained in a firebomb attack during a peaceful rally in Colorado advocating for Gaza hostage...

A white supremacist group named Return to the Land is attempting to establish a segregated community in Arkansas, explicitly banning Jews and other non-white...

Josh Gondelman, a comedian known for his earnest and non-disgusting humor, has released a new comedy special, "Positive Reinforcement," on YouTube. The Bosto...

Dan Perry critiques former U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ongoing corruption trial, underlining Trump's...

Zohran Mamdani, poised to become New York City's mayor, has stirred controversy by refusing to condemn the slogan 'globalize the intifada,' criticized as a c...

Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores the Jewish tradition of burying sacred texts, such as prayer books and Torah scrolls, when they become unusable. Rooted in an anc...

Rebecca Karpen reflects on her deep connection with the music of Jill Sobule, a Queer Jewish icon, who profoundly impacted her life and music career. Sobule,...

Terrence Petty explores the complexities and contradictions in Donald Trump's handling of Middle East nuclear tensions, particularly focusing on Iran's nucle...

In a vibrant gathering reminiscent of past Jewish journeys, The Great Nosh event on Governors Island celebrates Jewish fusion cuisine with inventive dishes l...

Eyal Shani, a prominent Israeli chef known for his innovative takes on Middle Eastern ingredients, faces challenges as his international restaurants, includi...

As legendary comedian Mel Brooks celebrates his 99th birthday, his humor and wisdom remain as pertinent as ever. Brooks, known for his routine 'The 2000 Year...

In a surprising yet harmonious collaboration, Barbra Streisand and Bob Dylan team up for a duet on "The Very Thought of You" for Streisand's album "The Secre...

An Argentine federal judge has ordered that 10 Iranian and Lebanese suspects linked to the 1994 AMIA Jewish community center bombing be tried in absentia. Th...

John Farahi, a Persian Jewish casino magnate in Nevada, intertwines his business success with promoting Israel and Jewish culture. Born in Tehran, Farahi mov...

The innovative learning tool YiddishPOP, designed to teach Yiddish through animated episodes, is now offering $500 microgrants to schools using the program. ...

Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, has stirred controversy with his pledge to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if elected mayor of New Y...

Idit Klein, the outgoing leader of Keshet, has had a profound impact on the inclusion of LGBTQ individuals within Jewish communities. Under her leadership, K...

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) announced layoffs affecting 4% of its workforce, aiming to refocus on combating antisemitism, especially in educational cont...

The Brooklyn Nets made history by drafting Israeli guard Ben Saraf and University of Michigan star Danny Wolf, forming the NBA's second duo to hold Israeli c...

Amid rising pro-Palestinian protests, some demonstrators are expressing surprising support for Iran, a stance critiqued as misguided and rooted in a flawed "...

Zohran Mamdani's recent victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary has sparked a wave of Islamophobic attacks targeting Jewish voters. Despite end...

Zohran Mamdani triumphed in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary despite being targeted with allegations of antisemitism due to his criticism of Isra...

Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and vocal critic of Israel, has won the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, stirring concern among the city's la...

A German court has overturned the ban on the far-right magazine Compact, which frequently promotes antisemitic and anti-immigrant rhetoric. The Federal Admin...

A recent Quinnipiac University poll reveals deep partisan divisions among American voters regarding U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. The poll sh...

JewBelong, known for its vibrant pink billboards, has shifted its focus from general Jewish outreach to overtly aggressive pro-Israel advocacy. Originally ai...

Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary has sparked a reassessment of how accusations of antisemitism are leveraged in polit...

Robert Zaretsky draws a parallel between the Cuban Missile Crisis and the contemporary situation involving a hypothetical Iranian nuclear crisis. He emphasiz...

Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York Democratic mayoral primary is not a testimony to antisemitism, as some suggest, but an illustration of broader polit...

Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf are two Jewish basketball players anticipated to be drafted in the 2025 NBA Draft, marking a rare occasion with two Jewish prospects...

In a surprising outcome, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo conceded defeat to Zohran Mamdani, paving the way for Mamdani to potentially become New York C...

The collaboration between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the Israel-Iran conflict has highlighted their use...

Israel has lifted restrictions on public gatherings, allowing normal activities to resume as a ceasefire with Iran holds steady. This development follows a p...

Recent U.S. military interventions against Iran, under President Trump's administration, have sparked discussions about the ongoing conflict between Israel a...

President Donald Trump has used executive orders to direct U.S. tech giants, like Microsoft, to cut services to the International Criminal Court (ICC) after ...

A recent change in New York voting law permits the distribution of water to voters waiting in line, aligning with the quirky advocacy seen in the final seaso...

Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and mayoral candidate in New York City, appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to address concerns from Jewish...

The New York City mayoral race has highlighted Jewish influence on local politics, as candidates navigate complex dynamics involving antisemitism, support fo...