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In this podcast conversation between Jonathan Silver and Russ Roberts, they discuss the disappointment and promise of prayer. Jonathan Sacks describes prayer...

In this podcast episode, Jonathan Silver and Russ Roberts discuss the disappointment and promise of prayer. Jonathan Sacks, the late chief rabbi of the Unite...

Congregation Ahavas Sholom, a Conservative synagogue in Newark, has made history by hiring Eliyahu Elijah Collins and Robert Azriel Devine from the Israelite...

Gregory Kaplun, an Orthodox Jewish man in Brooklyn, is a dedicated cat rescuer caring for feral cat colonies in his Midwood neighborhood and beyond. Partneri...

The former head of Israel's military intelligence, Major General Tamir Hayman, warns that the proposed judicial overhaul by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...

Tevi Troy discusses his article on Ed Koch in COMMENTARY and provides insights on the recent Biden White House announcement regarding the end of the COVID em...

A reflection on the impact of Muhammad Bakri's documentary "Jenin, Jenin" highlights how narratives of conflict have evolved over 20 years. During the Second...

The recent escalation of violence, notably a deadly terrorist attack in Neve Yaakov, coincides with a political climate where Netanyahu's government opposes ...

The authors discuss the recent violent events in Israel, including a deadly terrorist attack at a synagogue, and the political atmosphere surrounding the Isr...

Reena, a prominent Jewish organization in Canada, was founded 50 years ago to provide support and housing for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to...

Gun violence is a major issue in cities like Philadelphia, where record-breaking homicides have occurred. Despite pouring hundreds of millions of dollars int...

The Michelin guide, which ranks the world's best restaurants, is coming to Israel, causing both excitement and anxiety. The Israeli government paid 1.5 milli...

Major General (Res.) Amos Yadlin, a distinguished Israeli fighter pilot and former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate, shared insights in an i...

Proposed changes to the US government's racial and ethnic statistical standards have raised concerns among Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews who feel they do not fi...

The article discusses concerns about Israel's new far-right government and its potential impact on innovation and human capital. The authors argue that Israe...

The author reflects on her recent trip to Poland and Germany with Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman of the United States, where they visited Holocaust sites ...

The article discusses the mysterious disappearance of the largest single canvas oil painting in the world, which was created for the 1959 film "Solomon and S...

Mark Halperin from Wide World of News delves into various political topics, including the likelihood of Trump and Biden becoming nominees in 2024, the implic...

A recent poll conducted in New York's 3rd Congressional District revealed that 94% of Jewish voters believe Representative George Santos, a freshman Republic...

Montreal comedy duo YidLife Crisis has translated their Jewish humor into Chinese and French to broaden their global reach and appeal. By translating a 2015 ...

Norman Mailer, the renowned American Jewish writer, would have turned 100 today. Though his macho demeanor and controversial behavior may offend contemporary...

The article discusses the dangers of utopian politics and the rise of such politics in both the Republican and Democratic parties in the US. It argues that t...

In this text, Rabbi Dr. Marc Shapiro discusses the influential figure of Rabbi Yosef Qafih, who was a leading Yemenite rabbi and scholar. Shapiro highlights ...

The discussion revolves around the brutal beating death of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police, reigniting the conversation about over-policing and racial issues ...

In this column, two stories of kindness are highlighted. In the first story, members of Toronto's Jewish community come together to ensure that a child survi...

Shuli Dichter, an activist for Jewish-Arab equality in Israel, discusses his political memoir Sharing the Promised Land. The book's timing, published in Engl...

Shuli Dichter, a long-time advocate for a Jewish-Arab shared society in Israel, reflects on his political memoir, "Sharing the Promised Land: In Pursuit of E...

The premiere of "The Diary of Anne Frank" on Broadway in 1955 was different from any other opening night due to the emotional weight and significance of the ...

In this episode, Congressman Mike Gallagher discusses the evolving landscape of U.S. foreign policy, focusing on the threats posed by China and Russia in 202...

University of Toronto's anti-racism office organized a restorative circle for Jewish students and staff to address antisemitism following a report by Dr. Aye...

The Song at the Sea (Exodus 15) and the role of music within the lives of the Israelites during their enslavement in Egypt is explored. The Torah mentions Mi...

This text is a personal narrative about a conversation the narrator had with a man named Jeremy on a plane. Jeremy is an art critic who is investigating the ...

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff visited Poland and Germany to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, reflecting on his family's connection to Pola...

Federal funds are being used to purchase drones and drone detection equipment from DJI, a Chinese company that has access and control over the data collected...

The article explores the themes of time travel and history through the lens of two different texts. The first is a translation of a Yiddish-language guideboo...

Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed her past social media posts perceived as antisemitic on CNN, acknowledging and apologizing for using language trafficking in antise...

During a visit to Poland, second gentleman Doug Emhoff reflects on his Jewish identity and the importance of addressing antisemitism. Emhoff, who is married ...

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, the first Jewish spouse of a president or vice president, recently embarked on a historic trip to Poland to commemorate Holocau...

In an opinion piece titled "When did Zionists become snowflakes?", Rob Eshman argues that Jewish organizations should allow pro-Israel students to defend the...

The text explores the complexities surrounding an arrest-related shooting involving a black suspect and black police officers, which has drawn the attention ...

Jeffrey Zients, recently appointed as President Joe Biden's new White House chief of staff, is notable for his Jewish connections. A member of Washington Heb...

In this Shiur, Rabbi Yaakov Berman discusses various considerations when choosing a marriage partner. He addresses the significance of sharing names with in-...

In this podcast episode, Joshua Berman discusses the importance of Egypt in understanding the inner life of the biblical world. Egypt is portrayed in the Heb...

In this discussion, Joshua Berman, a rabbi and Bible scholar, emphasizes the significance of Egypt in the Hebrew Bible. He explains that Egypt is portrayed a...

In a podcast episode titled "Everything, Everywhere, All At Once," Yonit and Jonathan interview renowned Israeli writer Etgar Keret during Holocaust Remembra...

Max Weinreich, a linguist and scholar, became a champion of the Yiddish language and culture. Growing up in Courland, he was influenced by his grandparents a...

This article discusses the relationship between history and memory in the context of Holocaust remembrance. The author observes the prevalence of the term "m...

Many people find it difficult to understand how the Holocaust could have happened, questioning why the signs of impending tragedy were overlooked. Historians...

Eva Mozes Kor, a survivor of Auschwitz, forgave Nazi doctor Josef Mengele despite the atrocities he committed. She described forgiveness as letting go of hat...

Mark Podwal, a multidisciplinary artist, author, filmmaker, and physician, explores the symbolism and significance of Joseph's coat of many colors in Jewish ...