JTA
The progressive Jewish author whose book event was canceled has tough words for both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian debate
1 Sep
Joshua Leifer, a noted Jewish progressive author, explores the complexities of American Jewish identity and Zionism in his book "Tablets Shattered: The End o...
1 Sep
Jewish Chronicle
As your children start the new school year, think of Ariel and Kfir
1 Sep
This emotionally charged article reflects on the start of the school year in Israel, contrasting the joy of children embarking on new educational adventures ...
1 Sep
Rationalist Judaism
And What About American Jews?
1 Sep
The article discusses the role of American Jews in supporting Israel, especially regarding army service. While the author believes it's unrealistic to expect...
1 Sep
JTA
Joe Biden: ‘I am devastated and outraged’ by murder of American-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin
1 Sep
President Joe Biden expressed devastation and outrage over the murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American citizen killed in Gaza after being abducted by Ham...
1 Sep
JTA
Family of American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, 23, confirms his death in Gaza
1 Sep
The family of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old American-Israeli taken hostage by Hamas at the Nova music festival on October 7, has confirmed his death. H...
1 Sep
Forward
Hersh Goldberg-Polin, American-Israeli held hostage by Hamas, dead at 23
1 Sep
Hersh Goldberg-Polin, the 23-year-old American-Israeli held hostage by Hamas since October 7, 2023, has been reported dead by his family. Goldberg-Polin, onc...
1 Sep
Forward
Hersh Goldberg-Polin, 23, is one of 6 Israeli hostages killed by Hamas in Gaza, IDF reports
1 Sep
Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old U.S.-Israeli dual citizen, was among six Israeli hostages killed by Hamas in a Gaza tunnel, as reported by IDF. Goldberg-...
1 Sep
Forward
Man arrested after allegedly attacking Jewish students at University of Pittsburgh
1 Sep
A man was arrested after allegedly attacking Jewish students at the University of Pittsburgh, an incident that underscores ongoing tensions on American campu...
1 Sep
Living Lchaim
Surviving The Nova Festival Massacre Changed My Life
1 Sep
Yona Assaraf, along with her husband Roi, recounts their transformative journey following the harrowing experience of surviving the Nova Festival massacre on...
1 Sep
Forward
Bodies recovered in Gaza, Israeli army says; hostage families vow mass protest
31 Aug
The Israeli army has recovered the bodies of several hostages in Gaza amidst ongoing military operations. This development prompted outrage among Israeli fam...
31 Aug
Hadassah
Pippi Longstocking Is Now Available In Yiddish!
31 Aug
Arun Schaechter Viswanath has translated Astrid Lindgren's beloved children's book "Pippi Longstocking" into Yiddish, under the title "Tsi Kenstu Pipi Langsh...
31 Aug
Future of Jewish
How the Progressive Left Adopted Oppressive 'Palestine' – A Guide
31 Aug
This guest essay by Pat Johnson critiques the progressive left's alliance with the pro-Palestinian movement, arguing it represents a significant moral failin...
31 Aug
Hadassah
These Teens Are Keeping Sephardic Culture Alive
31 Aug
Judah Roberts, a 16-year-old from Boca Raton with Sephardic ancestry, is leading efforts to preserve the Ladino language and Sephardic culture through the ne...
31 Aug
Hadassah
The Hebrew Root for Blood Libel, Comic Books and the Big Bang
31 Aug
The article explores the diverse meanings and historical contexts of the Hebrew root (ayin-lamed-lamed), which involves concepts of causality, action, and ef...
31 Aug
Hadassah
New Jewish Reading for the Start of the Jewish Year
31 Aug
The article "New Jewish Reading for the Start of the Jewish Year" highlights five diverse books offering rich reflections and narratives, perfect for those i...
31 Aug
JTA
The progressive Jewish author whose book event was canceled has tough words for both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian debate
31 Aug
Joshua Leifer's book "Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life" explores the shifting identities and priorities...
31 Aug
Future of Jewish
There is no such thing as a 'typical' Jew.
31 Aug
In a reflection on the diversity of the Jewish community, this piece argues against the notion of a "typical" Jew, emphasizing the rich variety in traditions...
31 Aug
Future of Jewish
A one-state solution is best for Israel and the Palestinians. Here's why.
30 Aug
This article, written by Nachum Kaplan for "Future of Jewish," argues in favor of a one-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, diverging from th...
30 Aug
Hadassah
Pop Up Cafe Offers Pastries and Purpose for October 7 Survivors
30 Aug
Caf Otef is a novel initiative started by Tamir Barelko and a team of entrepreneurs aimed at supporting thousands of displaced Israelis from the region aroun...
30 Aug
JTA
U of Maryland grants permit for pro-Palestinian group’s campus rally on Oct. 7, upsetting Jews on campus and beyond
30 Aug
The University of Maryland's decision to grant a permit for a pro-Palestinian rally led by Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) on October 7 has drawn cri...
30 Aug
Forward
Columbia antisemitism task force reports ‘crushing’ discrimination against Jewish and Israeli students
30 Aug
A recent report by Columbia University's Task Force on Antisemitism has highlighted extensive discrimination against Jewish and Israeli students on campus. T...
30 Aug
Forward
Michael Lerner, influential rabbi-activist and founder of Tikkun magazine, dies at 81
30 Aug
Rabbi Michael Lerner, a prominent figure in Jewish-American progressive thought, has died at 81. He was the founder of Tikkun magazine, which he launched in ...
30 Aug
Forward
Why are Jews calling anyone who disagrees with them a kapo?
30 Aug
Mira Fox's article explores the rising use of the term "kapo" as an intra-Jewish political slur, particularly in online discourse. Originally describing Jewi...
30 Aug
Forward
The Jewish Sport Report: Why FIFA might ban Israel from international soccer
30 Aug
FIFA is considering a request from the Palestinian Football Association to temporarily ban Israel from international soccer competition due to alleged violat...
30 Aug
Forward
In Auschwitz, a modern love story sparks a new Jewish chapter
30 Aug
In Oswiecim, Poland, a town historically significant for its Jewish community, a modern love story unfolds between Hila Weisz, an Israeli with Holocaust-surv...
30 Aug
Forward
Why I'm confident the war in Gaza won't ruin another year on campus
30 Aug
Jodi Rudoren expresses cautious optimism about campus climates regarding Israel-Palestine debates as the new academic year begins. After intense protests ove...
30 Aug
Forward
At the nexus of Bertolt Brecht and Bernie Sanders, a young playwright finds his place
30 Aug
Jesse Jae Hoon, an emerging playwright influenced by socialist ideology, explores the intersection of politics and personal narrative through his work, drawi...
30 Aug
Emes Ve-Emunah
Building a Shul on Har HaBayis
30 Aug
This article discusses the contentious proposal by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to build a synagogue on the Temple Mount, a move oppose...
30 Aug
Forward
How Rabbi Michael Lerner merged spirituality and social justice and influenced a generation of progressives
30 Aug
Rabbi Michael Lerner, who passed away at 81, was a pivotal figure in merging spirituality with social justice, largely through his influential magazine, Tikk...
30 Aug
JTA
Ami Dadaon wins Israel’s second Paralympics gold medal after setting new record in 100m freestyle
30 Aug
Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon clinched his third career Paralympic gold medal by winning the men's 100-meter freestyle S4 at the Paris Paralympics, setting a ne...
30 Aug
Hadassah
The Appeal of Making Aliyah in the Shadow of October 7
30 Aug
The article explores the motivations and experiences of Jews making aliyah, the immigration of Jews from the diaspora to Israel, particularly following the O...
30 Aug
People of the Pod
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The Forgotten Exodus: Tunisia – Listen to the Season 2 Premiere
30 Aug
In this episode, Hen Mazzig shares his family's journey from Tunisia to Israel, highlighting the rich history and cultural contributions of Tunisian Jews. Th...
30 Aug
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
JTA
Temple University investigating pro-Palestinian march at campus Hillel
30 Aug
Temple University is investigating a pro-Palestinian demonstration that took place at its Hillel center, where protesters used megaphones to address those in...
30 Aug
Forward
Hidden away for a decade, a beloved Jewish artist's mural awaits its return to the public eye
30 Aug
For the past decade, the famous 13-piece mural 'Resources of America' by renowned Jewish artist Ben Shahn and his wife Bernarda Bryson has been out of public...
30 Aug
Forward
With the passing of Rabbi Michael Lerner, looking back on Tikkun magazine
30 Aug
Rabbi Michael Lerner, the influential founder and editor of Tikkun Magazine, has passed away at age 81. Tikkun served as a pivotal platform for progressive J...
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
JTA
Leni Riefenstahl’s Nazi sympathies ran deeper than she admitted, a new documentary about the director argues
30 Aug
A new documentary titled 'Riefenstahl', which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, asserts deeper Nazi sympathies in filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl than she pu...
30 Aug
JTA
What Kamala Harris said about Israel and the war in Gaza in her CNN interview with Tim Walz
30 Aug
In a CNN interview with Dana Bash, Kamala Harris, alongside Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, maintained her support for President Biden's Israel policies amidst the ...
30 Aug
Sam Aronow
The Fourth Aliyah (1924-1928)
30 Aug
The video titled 'The Fourth Aliyah (1924-1928),' delves into a transformative period in the history of the Yishuv, the Jewish community in Palestine. During...
30 Aug
Jewdicious
Un-silenced Joy: Balancing Celebration and Grief in Israel’s Ongoing Crisis
30 Aug
Joanna Landau's article explores the complex emotions experienced in Israel amidst ongoing conflict, highlighting moments of joy amidst grief. She discusses ...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle
Dental couple help thousands of pupils in UK and South Africa keep their teeth clean
30 Aug
Dr. Linda Greenwall and Dr. Henry Cohen, a dentist couple from London, are improving oral health for thousands of underprivileged children in the UK and Sout...
30 Aug
Future of Jewish
The Number-One Question I Want to Ask Israel's Prime Minister
30 Aug
The article critiques Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for allowing Israel to become heavily reliant on the United States, posing it as a question a...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle
If we could only listen to the animals
30 Aug
Jonathan Wittenberg reflects on the importance of recognizing and respecting animals as integral parts of our ecosystem and spiritual lives. By considering t...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle
Cauliflower, harissa, buckwheat, mint, pistachio
30 Aug
This recipe introduces a vibrant and flavorful dish inspired by Moorish cuisine, focusing on simplicity and minimal culinary skill. With roasted cauliflower ...
30 Aug
Jewish Chronicle
Parashah of the week: Re’eh
30 Aug
This article reflects on Parashat Reeh and its call to obliterate a town consumed by idolatry, which is interpreted as a hypothetical case for learning by la...
30 Aug
The Commentary Magazine Podcast
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EMERGENCY POD: Kamala Speaks!
30 Aug
In this emergency episode of The Commentary Magazine Podcast, the panel dissects Kamala Harris's recent interview performance where she attempted to articula...
30 Aug
Tikvah
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Gary Saul Morson on Alexander Solzhenitsyn and His Warning to America
30 Aug
In this episode, Jonathan Silver discusses Alexander Solzhenitsyn's Harvard commencement address with Gary Saul Morson, examining Solzhenitsyn's critique of ...
30 Aug
Forward
College students are already protesting — and getting arrested — over Israel this semester
30 Aug
Amid the start of the fall semester, universities across the United States, including the University of Michigan, are experiencing resurgent pro-Palestinian ...
30 Aug
Chabad.org
Rabbi YY Jacobson shares one of his encounters with the Lubavitcher Rebbe
30 Aug
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30 Aug