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Forward 'Picture of September 12' (poem) 6 Sep
In this reflective Yiddish poem by Gitl Schaechter-Viswanath, the poet delves into the emotions and aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in ...
6 Sep
Forward Hapoel Jerusalem unveils new soccer jersey honoring the memory of Hersh Goldberg-Polin 6 Sep
Hapoel Jerusalem F.C., an Israeli soccer club known for its left-leaning, fan-owned identity, has released a new jersey paying tribute to Hersh Goldberg-Poli...
6 Sep
Forward Hersh Goldberg-Polin's last words are not just Hamas propaganda 6 Sep
In the wake of the shocking murder of hostages by Hamas, a propaganda video has emerged featuring Hersh Goldberg-Polin, urging American leaders to cease the ...
6 Sep
Forward Trump isn’t an antisemite — he just hates the Jews who won’t vote for him 5 Sep
In his speech at the Republican Jewish Coalition, Donald Trump expressed resentment towards American Jews who do not support him, questioning their loyalty t...
5 Sep
Forward Shabbos Kestenbaum, high-profile critic of campus antisemitism, says he’s broken with Democratic Party and will vote for Trump 5 Sep
Shabbos Kestenbaum, a prominent Harvard alumnus known for opposing campus antisemitism, has announced his shift in political allegiance from the Democratic P...
5 Sep
Forward An A-list Hollywood agent’s menacing pro-Israel message lands him in hot water 5 Sep
Hollywood agent Brandt Joel faces fallout in the entertainment industry after a controversial pro-Israel message in a WhatsApp group resulted in him losing a...
5 Sep
Forward Chuck Schumer’s enemies can’t resist cursing him out in Yiddish 5 Sep
The article explores the use of Yiddish insults in political discourse, specifically pointing to incidents involving Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Re...
5 Sep
Forward A zombie story about the Holocaust? This audio drama makes it work. 5 Sep
Journalist Michael Fraiman has launched an audio drama titled "Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story" that creatively blends science fiction and Holocaust rememb...
5 Sep
Forward With harsh words — in English and Yiddish — Republicans try to win Jewish voters 5 Sep
At the Republican Jewish Coalition's annual leadership summit, former President Donald Trump condemned President Biden and Vice President Harris's approach t...
5 Sep
Forward DOJ: Russia targeted Jews in a campaign to influence elections 5 Sep
The U.S. Department of Justice has identified a Russian disinformation campaign that targeted Jewish communities to influence U.S. elections, using cybersqua...
5 Sep
Forward In Germany, a disturbing rise for the far right and an eerie sense of deja-vu 5 Sep
The article examines the concerning rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in recent regional elections in Thuringia and Saxony, capturing...
5 Sep
Forward NYPD reports 19 antisemitic incidents in August as anti-Muslim acts also spike 5 Sep
The NYPD reported a rise in antisemitic incidents, counting 19 in August 2024 compared to 12 in the same month last year, continuing a trend seen since the I...
5 Sep
Forward What is the Philadelphi Corridor, and why is it such a big deal to Netanyahu? 5 Sep
The Philadelphi Corridor, a strategic strip along Gaza's border with Egypt, has become a significant issue in ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas...
5 Sep
Forward Trump saying Jews are crazy to vote for his nemesis is a throwback to Ed Koch 4 Sep
The article discusses the recent remarks by Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, criticizing Jewish voters who support Democrats, labeling them...
4 Sep
Forward 'From the river to the sea' is not hate speech says Meta's Oversight Board 4 Sep
Meta's Oversight Board has ruled that the phrase 'from the river to the sea' is not considered hate speech or incitement, contrary to claims by groups like t...
4 Sep
Forward The hostage murders are a wake-up call: U.S. officials must stop enabling Netanyahu 4 Sep
In the wake of the murder of six hostages by Hamas, the article critiques the U.S. administration's approach to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's h...
4 Sep
Forward Meet the Jewish author who has written a pithier, punchier Project 2025 4 Sep
Joel Pollak, a prominent Jewish author aligned with the Republican right, has released a book titled "The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days,...
4 Sep
Forward A new ad from Jewish Democrats compares Trump to Hitler 4 Sep
The Jewish Democratic Council of America (JDCA) has released a provocative digital ad likening former President Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler, part of a $1 mi...
4 Sep
Forward Here's what is missing from the Columbia antisemitism report 4 Sep
In his article, Arno Rosenfeld examines the recent antisemitism report from Columbia University, which highlights severe incidents of antisemitism faced by J...
4 Sep
Forward A Jewish, queer ghost story where the greatest fright is family expectations 4 Sep
Shelly Jay Shore's debut novel, "Rules For Ghosting," offers a unique blend of queer, Jewish storytelling with a charming take on family dynamics and traditi...
4 Sep
Forward My dear friends’ wedding is on Yom Kippur. How do I reconcile my obligations? 4 Sep
Beth Harpaz at A Bintel Brief addresses a common dilemma for Jewish individuals invited to events conflicting with major holidays, such as a wedding on Yom K...
4 Sep
Forward 'As a Jew' Doug Emhoff mourns hostages killed by Hamas 4 Sep
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the American Jewish community at a vigil for hostages killed by Hamas. Speaking fr...
4 Sep
Forward In Doug Emhoff, the Harris campaign sees a skilled surrogate with wide appeal 3 Sep
Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, emerges as a pivotal figure in the Harris-Walz presidential campaign, specifically tasked with appealing to Jewish voters....
3 Sep
Forward ‘Hazardous chemical’ spewed at a Columbia anti-Israel protest was actually novelty spray, school says 3 Sep
In January, Columbia University was embroiled in controversy when students claimed to have been sprayed with a hazardous chemical during an anti-Israel prote...
3 Sep
Forward US Justice Department files criminal charges against Hamas, spurred by Hersh Goldberg-Polin’s murder 3 Sep
Attorney General Merrick Garland has announced federal criminal charges against Hamas and its leader, Yahya Sinwar, following the murder of American-Israeli ...
3 Sep
Forward Can there be poetry after Oct. 7? A new collection shows how 3 Sep
Rachel Korazim's new poetry anthology, "Shiva: Poems of October 7," provides a poignant and necessary artistic response to the tragic events of October 7, wh...
3 Sep
Forward The costs of this war are too high 2 Sep
This article by Jodi Rudoren reflects on the heavy toll and ongoing nature of the Israel-Hamas conflict, particularly through the lens of grieving mothers su...
2 Sep
Forward Netanyahu says he won’t cave to pressure amid criticism over hostage crisis 2 Sep
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed not to succumb to external pressure in the ongoing negotiations with Hamas, insisting on the retention of...
2 Sep
Forward Trump’s Israel adviser suggests diverting $1 billion from Palestinian aid to fund West Bank annexation 2 Sep
David Friedman, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, proposes in his new book the redirection of $1 billion from Palestinian aid to fund Israeli annexation of t...
2 Sep
Forward Watch: Tearful funeral of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, American-Israeli hostage killed by Hamas 2 Sep
The article reports on the funeral of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a young American-Israeli hostage killed by Hamas, held in Jerusalem. Thousands attended to pay re...
2 Sep
Forward Israel is reeling from an unbearable tragedy. But does it change anything? 1 Sep
The tragic death of six Israeli hostages in Gaza has triggered nationwide protests and a general strike in Israel, sparking debates on whether this will chan...
1 Sep
Forward In the courtyard where Hersh Goldberg-Polin danced on Oct. 6, grief and anger reign after his death 1 Sep
The Hakhel synagogue community in Jerusalem mourns the tragic death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a victim of Hamas violence in Gaza. Gathering nearly a year afte...
1 Sep
Forward Massive protests, threats of a national strike as Israelis demand action after bodies of six hostages found 1 Sep
Massive protests erupted across Israeli cities as public outcry intensified after the bodies of six hostages were discovered in Gaza. The demonstrators, many...
1 Sep
Forward From Rachel Goldberg-Polin, we all heard the piercing cry of Jewish motherhood 1 Sep
The article vividly captures the emotions and resilience of Jewish mothers, particularly Rachel Goldberg-Polin, the mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was t...
1 Sep
Forward Rachel is weeping for her child: In a grieving Jewish mother, we see our Jewish matriarch 1 Sep
The emotional piece by Rabbi Menachem Creditor draws parallels between the ancient biblical story of Rachel weeping for her children and the modern grief of ...
1 Sep
Forward The murder of the hostages may be a pivot point for a deal 1 Sep
The killing of six Israeli hostages by Hamas has intensified public outrage against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, propelling protests and a pl...
1 Sep
Forward Six more hostages are dead. It’s time for all American Jews to join the opposition. 1 Sep
In light of the tragic deaths of six hostages in Gaza, columnist Rob Eshman calls for American Jews to reassess their support for Israeli Prime Minister Neta...
1 Sep
Forward Thanks to his mother, we are all sitting shiva for Hersh Goldberg-Polin 1 Sep
The tragic death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a young American-Israeli hostage, has resonated deeply within the global Jewish community. His mother, Rachel Goldb...
1 Sep
Forward Why do Ashkenazi Jews name babies after deceased relatives? A rabbi responds. 1 Sep
Rabbi Daniel Cohen explores the Ashkenazi Jewish tradition of naming children after deceased relatives, emphasizing how this practice serves as a powerful me...
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
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
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