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Dr. Bill Novick, a decorated pilot who fought for Israel in 1948, passed away at the age of 99. As Israel commemorates Yom HaZikaron, honoring fallen soldier...

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Lahav Harkov, senior contributing editor and diplomatic correspondent of The Jerusalem Post, shares insights on how d...

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, Lahav Harkov, a senior contributing editor and diplomatic correspondent of The Jerusalem Post, discusses how diaspora...

This text is a personal reflection on the Kennedy family and their political legacy. The author recounts their personal experiences with Bobby Kennedy Jr. an...

Tunisian fricass has become a popular Israeli Independence Day tradition. This dish, which is essentially a spicy tuna sandwich deep-fried inside a doughnut,...

The article discusses the revival of Sephardi rabbinic culture, highlighting the work of Professor Zvi Zohar. Sephardi Jews, known for their rich religious a...

Readers shared their first trips to Israel, celebrating the excitement, connections with locals, and a sense of belonging they felt. Some recalled specific m...

The article discusses the movie adaptation of Judy Blume's "Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret." The film expands the role of Margaret's mother, Barbara, ...

In a YouTube panel discussion titled "Mandalorthodox: Jewish History and Modern Practice in The Mandalorian," the Jewish subtext in the popular Star Wars ser...

The podcast delves into the timing of Biden's reelection announcement amidst the controversial suppression of news related to Hunter Biden's laptop by the me...

In this episode, Dan Senor discusses the recent Israeli protest movements with Dr. Micah Goodman, exploring the deep-rooted emotional and political tensions ...

Israel's Aliyah minister, Ofir Sofer, visited Canada to promote immigration, especially focusing on Orthodox schools and synagogues to encourage Aliyah. Howe...

In his book "Citizenship 2.0," sociologist Dr. Yossi Harpaz from Tel Aviv University explores the changing relationship between citizenship and other sociolo...

Dr. Yossi Harpaz from Tel Aviv University explores the changing dynamics of citizenship in his book "Citizenship 2.0." He delves into how citizenship is bein...

Mark Robinson, the controversial lieutenant governor of North Carolina, has announced his run for governor, sparking concerns among Democratic and Jewish com...

The article highlights the participation and sacrifices made by ethnic and religious minority groups in Israel, particularly the Druze, Bedouins, Christians,...

In this article, the author discusses several recently released books, including "Knstlers in Paradise" by Cathleen Schine, "Kantikais" by Elizabeth Graver, ...

This essay explores the Jewish view of abortion through an analysis of the case of the pregnant Sotah in the Talmud. The Sotah ritual, described in Numbers 5...

This is a brief exploration of three topics in Jewish media: Hebrew school, gay Orthodox Jews, and the TV show "Mrs. Maisel." The article mentions that Hebre...

The House of the Book, a famous Jewish landmark on the campus of American Jewish University in Simi Valley, California, features in Netflix's popular show 'B...

Emmy Award-winning actress Julianna Margulies has partnered with the Museum of Jewish Heritage: A Living Memorial to the Holocaust to create the Holocaust Ed...

A new exhibit at the Dr. Bernard Heller Museum in New York showcases tzedek boxes, which are containers for written reflections on acts of tzedek (righteousn...

The National Library of Israel (NLI) has opened a digital archive of Sephardic and Ladino manuscripts, including haggadot from 14th-century Spain, as well as...

In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses why conservatives do not align with liberal views, citing examples of coercive policies advocated by the Left,...

Avi and Phoebe discuss the Quebec Premier's tweet celebrating the province's Catholic heritage despite his push for secularism, exemplified by Bill 21 bannin...

In this shiur (lecture), three rabbis discuss the topic of organ donation in Jewish law (halacha). They explore different scenarios, such as donating organs ...

Israel is currently immersed in a period of remembrance following Passover, with Holocaust Remembrance Day just passed and Memorial Day and Independence Day ...

This article discusses the author's experience teaching basic English to a group of Hasidic Jews. The students, although native English speakers, had limited...

The article discusses Dan Alter's poetry collection, "My Little Book of Exiles," which is a debut collection that explores Jewish history, ancestral tales, a...

The text discusses the story of the Alabama Industrial School for Negro Children, also known as Mt. Megis, which was a juvenile facility for Black kids durin...

The text is a list of statements about what the author will not do or engage in. It includes various actions and behaviors that the author chooses to avoid, ...

This article discusses concerns about the spike protein found in the SARS-CoV-2 virus and its potential effects on the body. While COVID-19 itself is not as ...

Rick Richman believes that teaching history is crucial for fostering a connection to Israel and the Jewish people. In his book, "And None Shall Make Them Afr...

In his book "And None Shall Make Them Afraid: Eight Stories of the Modern State of Israel," Rick Richman emphasizes the importance of teaching history to fos...

Despite the historical association of Adolf Hitler's birthday on April 20th with celebrations by white supremacists and neo-Nazis, there has been a decline i...

The article discusses the omission of the Jewish Labor Committee (JLC) from the Netflix series "Transatlantic," which is based on Julie Orringer's novel "The...

In a recent discussion, Sally Abed, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron cover topics including the politics of memory in cemeteries, the implications of a video...

In this edition, Sally Abed, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron discuss three important topics: the politics of memory and whether it is possible to keep polit...

Elie Wiesel, the author of Night and a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, is the focus of a new Jewish Lives biography by Joseph Berger called Elie Wiesel: Confron...

Jonathan Schanzer, a Middle East expert, discusses the primary threat Iran poses to Israel in a four-pronged approach. Before delving into this topic, the co...

Emi Palmor discusses the challenges facing Israel in its legal system, especially regarding the potential judicial overhaul and its implications. She emphasi...

Rabbi Hayyim Angel, a scholar and teacher, discusses the concept of the Aqedah or Binding, referring to the story in the Bible where God instructs Abraham to...

Jewish History Nerds is returning for a new season, embracing the label of 'nerds' for all enthusiasts of Jewish history. Despite the name change, the podcas...

In a new Canadian children's book titled "Steve and Eve Save the Planet: I Can Hear Your Heart Beep," orphaned polar bear Steve and electric vehicle Eve team...

Unorthodox's latest episode delves into the Israeli protests and broader context, featuring guest Jonathan Rosen discussing his book "The Best Minds." The sh...

In this episode of Unorthodox, the host discusses the ongoing protests in Israel and their larger context. The guest, Jonathan Rosen, talks about his new boo...

In a recent episode of "Menschwarmers," the focus is on Domantas Sabonis, the 26-year-old All-Star center for the Sacramento Kings, who is converting to Juda...

The text consists of three poems. The first poem reflects on the practice of recalling memories daily to ensure that the past is okay. The second poem involv...

In this article, the author discusses the state of American society and politics, arguing that the country is facing a period of turmoil and crisis. They hig...

Jewish tradition emphasizes humanity's responsibility to care for and protect the environment, viewing it as a form of stewardship. This idea stems from the ...