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The author, a high school senior named Gabrielle Siegel, writes about her journey exploring colleges as a proud liberal Reform Jew interested in aerospace en...

Adam Milstein discusses a revitalization of Jewish activism in the wake of recent antisemitic threats. He highlights a new sense of urgency within the Jewish...

In response to increased antisemitic threats and prominent international events, like the October 7 Hamas attacks, some American Jews, including those who ma...

Israeli medical clowns are providing crucial support in healing both physical and psychological traumas of soldiers and civilians impacted by recent conflict...

Jews from the Diaspora are now able to influence the future of the Zionist movement by voting in the upcoming 39th World Zionist Congress, where $6 billion w...

The latest edition of the 'Guide to Jewish Literature' curated by Randi O'Connor for Hadassah Magazine highlights a selection of notable Jewish books release...

Four recent books spotlight the remarkable achievements of Jewish women, essential reading for inspiring young Jewish girls and celebrating female leadership...

Adam Milstein highlights a renewed vigor within the Jewish community in response to rising antisemitic threats, particularly in the aftermath of the events o...

Kugel serves as a prequel to the acclaimed Israeli series Shtisel, exploring the lives of Shulem Shtisel's younger brother, Nuchem, and his daughter, Libbi, ...

Raised in a Modern Orthodox family in Israel, Asaf Peled felt detached from Judaism as he questioned and wandered through Europe. A chance encounter with a s...

Talia Bodner critiques the lack of non-Jewish peer support for Zionist Jews in the face of growing antisemitism on college campuses. She highlights the chall...

Jonathan Schmalzbach's piece in Hadassah Magazine explores the life and impact of a prominent Jewish female leader, examining her journey and contributions t...

Israel's Ethiopian community, numbering over 170,000, is bringing its rich culinary heritage to the forefront of the country's vibrant food scene. Figures li...

Beejhy Barhany, an Ethiopian-Israeli-American chef, is releasing her new cookbook, "Gursha: Timeless Recipes for Modern Kitchens," celebrating Ethiopian cuis...

Dara Horn, a renowned author and voice against antisemitism, explores her lifelong fascination with Passover through a unique narrative approach in her new g...

Dara Horn's graphic novel "One Little Goat," targeted for readers aged 8 and up, intertwines elements of magic and Jewish tradition within a Passover narrati...

The Jewish Museum in Manhattan is hosting "The Book of Esther in the Age of Rembrandt," an exhibition that explores the cultural impact of Queen Esther's sto...

Hadassah leaders gathered in January to reflect on their past achievements, strategize for the future, and address contemporary challenges such as the war in...

Tu B'Shevat, celebrated as the new year for trees, has grown from its roots as a minor agricultural festival into a broader acknowledgment of ecological conc...

Aleeza Ben Shalom, famed from Netflix's "Jewish Matchmaking," shares her pragmatic and culturally sensitive dating advice in her new book "Matchmaker, Matchm...

Hadassah Magazine is hosting a panel discussion on February 20 about the lasting impact of Anne Frank's diary, which remains a pivotal work in Holocaust lite...

Join Hadassah Magazine for an insightful conversation with Dara Horn, a prominent Jewish author known for her prize-winning novels. The event, featuring Exec...

Ronald Leopold, Executive Director of the Anne Frank House, has launched a full-scale recreation of Anne Frank's hiding place in Amsterdam at New York City's...

Anne Frank's "Diary of a Young Girl" is a powerful literary work that has profoundly shaped global understanding of the Holocaust. However, its universal mes...

Joseph Lowin explores the versatility of the Hebrew root (ḥet-tet-pe), meaning "to snatch", which appears in various contexts from ancient scriptures to mode...

Jessica Elisheva Emerson's debut novel, "Olive Days," explores the tumultuous emotional journey of Rina Kirsch, a Modern Orthodox Jewish mother in Los Angele...

Tova Mirvis' novel, "We Would Never," intricately blends a murder mystery with a deep exploration of familial and personal complexities. The story centers ar...

Jennifer Lang's memoir, "Landed," takes readers through her complex journey of making aliyah to Israel, balancing a cross-cultural marriage, and navigating h...

Leah Lax's "Not From Here: The Song of America" delves into the immigrant experience in America by presenting personal narratives interwoven with her own fam...

Bryan Schwartzman's article in Hadassah Magazine reviews two new books, Adam Kirsch's "On Settler Colonialism" and Jake Wallis Simmon's "Israelophobia." Thes...

Nimrod Palmach, an Israeli Defense Forces reserve officer, defied orders to confront Hamas terrorists on October 7 at the Gaza border. He later created "Be t...

Mandy Damari, an Israeli-British citizen, never gave up hope during the 11 harrowing days she waited for confirmation on her daughter Emily's fate following ...

"September 5," directed by Tim Fehlbaum, is a film focusing on ABC News' live coverage of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, where Palestinian terrorists tar...

Amidst the societal challenges following the Hamas attacks on October 7, innovative efforts in Israeli agriculture take center stage in celebrating Tu BSheva...

Following the tragic events at the Nova music festival in Israel, where 401 people were killed by Hamas, tourism has significantly decreased, prompting a sur...

Mollie Bowman, a third-generation Holocaust survivor (3G), plays a crucial role in preserving Holocaust stories through her work with Living Links, an organi...

Margalit Fox's biography, "The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum," explores the intriguing life of Fredericka "Ma" Mandelbaum, a Jewish immigrant who became a notorio...

Fredericka Mandelbaum, also known as Marm Mandelbaum, was a towering figure in America's organized crime scene in post-Civil War New York. Margalit Fox's boo...

Randi O'Connor's guide in Hadassah Magazine provides an overview of notable Jewish literature for early 2025. It highlights a selection of both contemporary ...

The Holocaust Reunion Project, initially known as the DNA Reunion Project and co-founded by genealogists Jennifer Mendelsohn and Adina Newman, aims to reconn...

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari's recent visit to Hadassah Hospital in Israel underscores the enduring legacy and contemporary challenges faced by the Hadassah Me...

Five recently published books offer diverse and profound insights into the Holocaust and its enduring impact. Menachem Rosensaft's "Burning Psalms," structur...

Louise Silk, a renowned quiltmaker from Pittsburgh, showcases her work at the Heinz History Center in an exhibition titled "A Patchwork Life." This retrospec...

Louise Silk, a quiltmaker and fabric artist, reflects on her extensive career through a special exhibition at the Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh. The ret...

Jonathan Schmalzbach presents a crossword puzzle titled "Heed These Words" in Hadassah Magazine, offering a playful and engaging challenge for readers. This ...

Linda Ambrus Broenniman's discovery of her Jewish ancestry began with a box of family photos and documents, revealing a lineage intertwined with Hungarian Je...

Sharren Haskel, a member of Knesset and now deputy foreign minister, has been at the forefront of efforts to expose and combat misinformation regarding Israe...

Melisa Cahnmann-Taylor explores her emotional journey of reclaiming German citizenship for herself and her children, an act intertwining defiance and forgive...

Jeremy Salamon, a chef influenced by his Jewish grandmothers, combines his heritage with his culinary passions in his cookbook "Second Generation: Hungarian ...

As the last generation of Holocaust survivors, mostly in their 80s and 90s, reflects on their wartime experiences and life as American Jews, common themes em...