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Pick-and-deli-roll? Brooklyn Nets draft Jewish duo back-to-back in an NBA first
26 Jun 2025
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...
26 Jun 2025
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Pro-Palestinian protesters are suddenly supporting Iran. They might want to talk to some Palestinians
26 Jun 2025
Amid rising pro-Palestinian protests, some demonstrators are expressing surprising support for Iran, a stance critiqued as misguided and rooted in a flawed "...
26 Jun 2025
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How Islamophobic attacks on Zohran Mamdani target Jewish voters
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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Why claims of antisemitism didn’t stop Zohran Mamdani
25 Jun 2025
Zohran Mamdani triumphed in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary despite being targeted with allegations of antisemitism due to his criticism of Isra...
25 Jun 2025
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What a Mayor Mamdani would mean for New York Jews
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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German court overturns ban on far-right antisemitic magazine, citing freedom of expression
25 Jun 2025
A German court has overturned the ban on the far-right magazine Compact, which frequently promotes antisemitic and anti-immigrant rhetoric. The Federal Admin...
25 Jun 2025
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Majority of Republicans support US joining Israel-Iran conflict while majority of Democrats oppose
25 Jun 2025
A recent Quinnipiac University poll reveals deep partisan divisions among American voters regarding U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. The poll sh...
25 Jun 2025
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When did JewBelong get so aggressive?
25 Jun 2025
JewBelong, known for its vibrant pink billboards, has shifted its focus from general Jewish outreach to overtly aggressive pro-Israel advocacy. Originally ai...
25 Jun 2025
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Zohran Mamdani's victory proves it: The 'gotcha' mode of fighting antisemitism has to go
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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A great Jewish historian guided America away from war — is there no one to guide Donald Trump?
25 Jun 2025
Robert Zaretsky draws a parallel between the Cuban Missile Crisis and the contemporary situation involving a hypothetical Iranian nuclear crisis. He emphasiz...
25 Jun 2025
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Mamdani's victory is an opportunity for Jews to relearn the art of disagreement
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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A ‘lefty jitterbug’ and a ‘funky’ forward: Get to know the Jewish players in the 2025 NBA Draft
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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Cuomo concedes to Mamdani, who could become NYC's first Muslim mayor
25 Jun 2025
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...
25 Jun 2025
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For Trump and Netanyahu, statecraft is now synonymous with stagecraft
24 Jun 2025
The collaboration between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the Israel-Iran conflict has highlighted their use...
24 Jun 2025
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Israel lifts restrictions on public gatherings as ceasefire with Iran holds
24 Jun 2025
Israel has lifted restrictions on public gatherings, allowing normal activities to resume as a ceasefire with Iran holds steady. This development follows a p...
24 Jun 2025
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What comes next? In Israel, past success is no guarantee of future results
24 Jun 2025
Recent U.S. military interventions against Iran, under President Trump's administration, have sparked discussions about the ongoing conflict between Israel a...
24 Jun 2025
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Trump is trying to get US tech companies to cut off service for Israel's critics
24 Jun 2025
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 ...
24 Jun 2025
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Did ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ inspire a New York voting law?
24 Jun 2025
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...
24 Jun 2025
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Mamdani tells Colbert — and a national audience — why NYC Jews shouldn’t fear him as mayor
24 Jun 2025
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...
24 Jun 2025
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The Jewish moments that defined the NYC mayoral race, from Borough Park to the bimah
24 Jun 2025
The New York City mayoral race has highlighted Jewish influence on local politics, as candidates navigate complex dynamics involving antisemitism, support fo...
24 Jun 2025
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Did Netanyahu coerce Trump into attacking Iran? No — but he tried with Obama
23 Jun 2025
The article examines the recent U.S. military action against Iran's nuclear facilities and analyzes the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyah...
23 Jun 2025
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Why Israel's new military strategy would terrify the country's founders
23 Jun 2025
Israel is undergoing a dramatic transformation in its military strategy, moving from short, decisive wars to continuous engagement with regional adversaries,...
23 Jun 2025
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100 years collecting Jewish history, 24 million artifacts and only 3 rooms to fit it in
23 Jun 2025
The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research's centennial exhibitions, hosted in its modest New York headquarters, showcase a century of Jewish history and culture...
23 Jun 2025
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Want to know what Trump sounds like in Hebrew? Just listen to Netanyahu.
23 Jun 2025
Benjamin Netanyahu's Hebrew speeches reveal linguistic parallels with Donald Trump, especially in framing political actions as promises kept and emphasizing ...
23 Jun 2025
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She keeps asking the big questions — and millions of viewers keep pouring in to hear the answers
23 Jun 2025
Kalina Silverman, founder of Big Talk, focuses on replacing small talk with meaningful conversations, as evidenced by her impactful interviews with wildfire ...
23 Jun 2025
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What one Jewish reporter learned about forgiveness from two hate crimes in two sanctuaries
23 Jun 2025
In a poignant reflection on forgiveness amid tragedy, journalist Kevin Sack draws parallels between the Mother Emanuel A.M.E. Church shooting in Charleston a...
23 Jun 2025
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Schumer, highest-ranking Jewish official, slams Trump over Iran strike — but leaves his own position unclear
23 Jun 2025
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump's unilateral decision to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, expressing concern over bypassing...
23 Jun 2025
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Why some see an ancient biblical enemy in Iran
22 Jun 2025
The notion of Amalek, an ancient biblical enemy of the Israelites known for their malicious attacks, has captured Jewish theological discussion for centuries...
22 Jun 2025
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If war with Iran goes badly for the U.S., Jews will be the scapegoat
22 Jun 2025
Rob Eshman explores the precarious circumstances following the U.S.'s decision to bomb Iranian nuclear sites, potentially escalating into a larger conflict i...
22 Jun 2025
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Trump meets gratitude, criticism after claiming total destruction of Iran’s nuclear program
22 Jun 2025
President Donald Trump's announcement of the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities by U.S. and Israeli forces has elicited mixed reactions globally and fr...
22 Jun 2025
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The US and Israel could topple the Iranian regime. They should choose negotiation instead
22 Jun 2025
In a heated geopolitical climate, Dan Perry discusses the United States and Israel's recent military strikes on Iran's nuclear infrastructure, emphasizing th...
22 Jun 2025
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Bombing Iran, Donald Trump is triggering a tragedy that Thucydides foretold long ago
22 Jun 2025
Amidst escalating tension between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump delivered a consequential decision by launching airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facil...
22 Jun 2025
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In gentrified Manhattan, one Jewish luncheonette strives to keep the faith (except for the bacon part)
21 Jun 2025
S&P, a historic Jewish luncheonette in Manhattan, has managed to maintain its authentic charm and character amidst the ongoing gentrification of the area. Or...
21 Jun 2025
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Think speaking out against Trump won't help? A 1943 protest in Nazi Germany says you're wrong.
21 Jun 2025
The piece draws parallels between modern-day America under Donald Trump and Nazi Germany, highlighting how protests can influence authoritarian regimes. The ...
21 Jun 2025
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How a Jewish reporter like me got addicted to Christian media
20 Jun 2025
Mira Fox from the Forward explores her fascination with Christian media, analyzing why it increasingly incorporates Jewish elements. As Christian movies and ...
20 Jun 2025
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Israeli leaders are using Holocaust comparisons to justify attacks on Iran. Is that kosher?
20 Jun 2025
Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, have controversially compared Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to Hitler to justify military aggression, ra...
20 Jun 2025
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Over half of Jewish students at Columbia experienced discrimination and exclusion after Oct. 7, survey shows
20 Jun 2025
A recent report from Columbia University's Task Force on Antisemitism reveals that nearly two-thirds of Jewish students felt unaccepted during the 2023-2024 ...
20 Jun 2025
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Journalist board of Shtetl, news site covering haredi Orthodoxy, resigns after founder renounces mission
20 Jun 2025
Naftuli Moster, founder of Shtetl, a news site initially aimed at promoting accountability within Orthodox Jewish communities, has publicly renounced the sit...
20 Jun 2025
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What would you do with gold teeth said to be from Holocaust victims?
20 Jun 2025
A rabbi in a rural area received a collection of gold teeth, allegedly taken from Holocaust victims, which presented an ethical dilemma about their respectfu...
20 Jun 2025
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Rep. Max Miller says driver called him a 'dirty Jew' and threatened to kill his family. A local doctor turned himself in.
20 Jun 2025
Ohio Congressman Max Miller, who has a Jewish background and ties to the Trump administration, was reportedly threatened with antisemitic slurs and violence ...
20 Jun 2025
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Trump defers Iran attack decision; Iranian foreign minister rejects talks unless Israel stops bombing
20 Jun 2025
Amid rising tensions and military action between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump has deferred his decision on whether the United States will support ...
20 Jun 2025
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Otto Frank’s refugee file, a Rothschild Talmud and a menorah bong tell the story of the Jewish past — and future
20 Jun 2025
PJ Grisar's article delves into the centennial publication by the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research, highlighting a collection that encapsulates the complex...
20 Jun 2025
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The far-right is saying Jews don’t serve in the military — they’re wrong
19 Jun 2025
Arno Rosenfeld challenges antisemitic claims popularized by far-right figures like Tucker Carlson, asserting that Jews avoid military service and are pushing...
19 Jun 2025
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Might Iran become Trump’s Iraq? Americans are wary — but shouldn't be
19 Jun 2025
Dan Perry analyzes the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran under President Donald Trump's administration, drawing cautious parallels to the build-u...
19 Jun 2025
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Why isn’t a pro-Israel lobbying group considered a foreign agent?
19 Jun 2025
Tucker Carlson's interview with Sen. Ted Cruz sparked a renewed debate over whether AIPAC, the American pro-Israel lobbying group, should be classified as a ...
19 Jun 2025
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VIDEO: Hasidic Jew goes to Iran to find Queen Esther’s tomb
19 Jun 2025
A Hasidic Jew undertakes a journey to Iran to visit the tomb of Queen Esther, a significant figure in Jewish history. This pilgrimage highlights the enduring...
19 Jun 2025
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Yiddish poetry is coming to Yeshivat Hadar
19 Jun 2025
The Hadar Institute's Rising Song Salon is innovatively incorporating Yiddish poetry this summer, with renowned Jewish musicians Basya Schechter and Avi Fox-...
19 Jun 2025
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When it comes to regime change in Iran, Jews should be careful what they wish for
19 Jun 2025
Larry Cohler-Esses reflects on the complexities and potential consequences of regime change in Iran amidst Israel's military actions. Through conversations w...
19 Jun 2025
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How Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz's biblical bickering explains the MAGA divide on Israel
19 Jun 2025
The interview between Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz highlighted the internal MAGA divide on U.S. support for Israel and intervention in Iran. Carlson, represen...
19 Jun 2025
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Zohran Mamdani is right about what 'intifada' means — well, kind of
18 Jun 2025
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani stirred controversy by failing to condemn the phrase 'globalize the intifada,' often seen as inciting anti-Jew...
18 Jun 2025