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The article discusses the significance of the Jewish calendar, particularly in the context of the Jewish concept of time. The Jewish calendar is a unique ama...

Amos Funkenstein was a heretic within the Jewish tradition who spent his life trying to understand the existence of God, even though he doubted it. He studie...

This text tells the story of Albert Birnbaum, a Jewish soldier who died during World War II. Albert served in the 9th Army and died on June 26, 1944, during ...

The article discusses Lebanon's economic and financial crisis, which was the result of a Ponzi scheme that collapsed in 2019. The scheme began after the civi...

In Berkeley, there is an ongoing dispute over the future of Peoples Park, a historical site that was once a symbol of counterculture in the 1960s but has sin...

Aaron T. Beck, the founder of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), recently passed away at the age of 100. Beck, a Jewish psychologist, rejected Freudian psyc...

In this interview between historians Sylvie Anne Goldberg and Yosef Hayim Yerushalmi, the future of Jews and Judaism is discussed in relation to the availabi...

The article argues that the recent nationwide elections demonstrate a "neoliberal restoration," with establishment Republicans and Democrats returning to pow...

"The God That Failed" is a collection of essays by former communists that gained significant popularity and sparked strong reactions from readers. The book e...

Israeli superstar Sarit Hadad made waves by releasing a new song, "Ahava kmo Shelanu," with a music video subtly hinting at her relationship with a woman, al...

Tel Aviv's cocktail culture has experienced a transformation in recent years, moving away from neon-hued and sugary drinks to focus on local flavors and ingr...

Polly Platt, an unsung woman in Hollywood, was a highly influential art director who helped shape the aesthetics of many successful films in the 70s and 80s....

The author reminisces about their childhood summers in a bungalow colony in the Catskills, where their grandmother would make forshmak, a minced herring dish...

Ariel Helwani, a prominent MMA journalist, recently left ESPN after three years to pursue new opportunities that offer creative control and financial freedom...

The Facebook whistleblower, Frances Haugen, has made headlines with her revelations about the negative effects of Facebook's algorithms on teenage girls and ...

The article discusses the issues with the American university system beyond the problems of faculty tenure. It argues that the dominance of a progressive Dem...

The Jerusalem Film Festival returned to in-person viewing this year after being held virtually in 2020 due to the pandemic. The festival implemented strict M...

The Jewish Women's Archive (JWA) celebrates its 25th anniversary with the release of the Shalvi/Hyman Encyclopedia of Jewish Women, expanding on previous wor...

The text discusses the increasing interest in the occult, paganism, and witchcraft in the United States, particularly in Salem, Massachusetts, the spiritual ...

The article explores the sources and nature of vaccine hesitancy and the emotional reactions that arise in discussions around vaccination. It explains the co...

The article explores the reasons why positive news about COVID-19 vaccines, such as their effectiveness in preventing severe disease and the potential of nat...

The history of vaccines is a complex one, with various observations and discoveries leading to their development. The concept of exposing a person to a weake...

The text discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and the development of vaccines. It highlights the role of Dr. Anthony Fauci in providing information and guidance t...

As fewer Americans choose traditional burial methods, including some Jews, alternative forms of final disposition like cremation and human body composting ar...

Tonight, during Game 2 of the World Series, the Atlanta Braves' Jewish pitcher Max Fried will face off against the Houston Astros' Jewish hitter Alex Bregman...

The Supreme Court decision in Wisconsin v. Yoder allowed Amish parents to have control over their children's education on religious freedom grounds. However,...

Colin Powell's recent passing brought attention to his experiences as a Shabbos goy in his youth, helping observant Jews with tasks on the Sabbath. Interesti...

The article discusses the author's disappointment with the Icelandic film "Lamb". The film is described as lacking a coherent plot and failing to build tensi...

This essay discusses the hostile attitude towards Christian society found in medieval Ashkenazic literature, particularly in polemical literature. The essay ...

The author, who was raised as a devout Catholic, recounts their journey to finding Judaism in an unlikely place - Helena, Montana. After meeting their Jewish...

Eric Zemmour, a right-wing French Jewish author, has surged to prominence in France's presidential polls, rivaling established political figures like Marine ...

Emanuel Lottem, Israel's most prolific science fiction translator, is celebrated for his Hebrew translation of Frank Herbert's Dune. Born in 1944, Lottem sha...

Peoples Park in Berkeley has a complex history as a politically charged and historically significant site. In 1969, a violent confrontation between street pe...

The Jewish farming movement is growing, with Jews across the US and the UK finding a deeper connection to their Jewishness through farming. Whether it's thro...

Silan, a thick, chocolatey syrup made from dates, has become a popular alternative to honey in Israel. The commercial production of silan in Israel started w...

Bernie Sanders, a Jewish politician from Brooklyn, found himself in a position to enact significant social democratic reforms in the U.S. with a $3.5 trillio...

In this article, the author recounts their experience of giving a speech about their faith in God at various American synagogues, which was met with ridicule...

The article discusses the emergence of plant-based pork substitutes in the market and explores the Jewish perspective on consuming these products. It mention...

Tom Nichols' new book, "Our Own Worst Enemy: The Assault From Within on Modern Democracy," criticizes the masses for their ignorance and stupidity, arguing t...

Meir Kahane, the controversial founder of the Jewish Defense League (JDL) in 1968, is a figure who elicits conflicting reactions within American Jewry. While...

Recent scientific research has shown that antibiotics derived from insect microbiomes could potentially replace traditional antibiotics in fighting life-thre...

The article discusses the historical treatment and portrayal of Native Americans in the United States. It highlights how American Indians have often been mis...

Joseph Ha-Kohen, a Jewish historian and physician in the Middle Ages, is recognized for his work "Emek Ha-Bakha" chronicling Jewish persecutions. He translat...

The article discusses various topics, including the author's experiences in Paris, the Dreyfus affair, and the film J'Accuse by Roman Polanski. The Dreyfus a...

The Talmud discusses the concept of a "good day" in Tractate Beitzah, focusing on the distinctions between Yom Tov (Jewish festivals) and Shabbat. While Shab...

"The House of Fragile Things" offers a poignant narrative about the French-Jewish elite families, delving into how their cultural heritage and identity were ...

Omar Sharif Jr. reflects on his experiences growing up with a Muslim father and Jewish mother, navigating a complex identity and facing intense bullying due ...

The article discusses the rise of streaming platforms and their impact on the entertainment industry. It highlights how these platforms are constantly seekin...

In this article, the author discusses how the Republican Party can become the national majority party. They highlight missed opportunities in the past where ...

Daniel Leger, a survivor of the Tree of Life synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, decided to return to the scene of the crime in order to confront and process t...