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Jewish Chronicle ‘My fiction shows the truth of what’s going on in northern Israel’ 16 Oct 2024
Sarah Sultoon, a former CNN journalist turned fiction writer, explores the intersection of truth and storytelling in her political thrillers, notably set aga...
16 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Why didn’t Netflix’s hot rabbi mention October 7? 16 Oct 2024
Netflix's new series "Nobody Wants This" is critiqued for omitting references to a significant recent event affecting many Jewish people: the October 7 attac...
16 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘My own gay breakup inspired my sweet and sinister comedy’ 15 Oct 2024
Israeli playwright Gur Piepskovitz, who has lived in London since 2014, drew on his personal experiences for his latest play, "Earworm," a unique LGBTQ+ anti...
15 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘Knowledge is power’: NHS offers free BRCA testing for Jews over 18 15 Oct 2024
England's NHS has launched a successful BRCA testing program for individuals over 18 with Jewish ancestry, addressing the higher prevalence of BRCA gene faul...
15 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Small town life and casual racism in 1960s Israel 10 Oct 2024
Turn Left at the End of the World, a whimsical comedy-drama by Avi Nesher, explores the immigrant experience in 1960s Israel through the lens of two families...
10 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Why I won’t wear make-up this Yom Kippur (but I will be brushing my teeth) 10 Oct 2024
The author reflects on the personal and cultural significance of observing Yom Kippur, particularly focusing on the traditional prohibitions of the holiday. ...
10 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle What Nathan Englander talks about when he talks about his Anne Frank play 9 Oct 2024
Nathan Englander discusses the challenges and emotional depth involved in bringing his play, "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank," to the UK st...
9 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle October 7 documentary shares heart-wrenching new insights into Kibbutz Be’eri massacre 9 Oct 2024
Dan Reed's documentary, "One Day in October," sheds light on the devastating October 7 terrorist attack on Kibbutz Beeri, which resulted in the deaths of 101...
9 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘I’ve created a Jewish version of Sherlock Holmes’ 8 Oct 2024
Aron Goldin, a debut novelist and Cambridge graduate, introduces a Jewish version of a Sherlock Holmes-like character in his first novel, "Murder in Constant...
8 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Giant review: ‘Dahl is called to account’ 8 Oct 2024
Mark Rosenblatt's new play, 'Giant,' starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, tackles the moral complexities surrounding the celebrated author's antisemitism. Se...
8 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Nobody Wants This: well, ain’t that the truth 8 Oct 2024
The Netflix hit "Nobody Wants This," featuring a romance between a sexy rabbi and a non-Jewish podcaster, has received strong reviews but has elicited backla...
8 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘At night I think about my friends who were killed. And I start to shake’ 2 Oct 2024
In this poignant testimonial, the speaker recounts their traumatic experience during a terrorist attack, vividly capturing the chaos and fear of the moment. ...
2 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle Why survivors of the October 7 massacre are tattooing over their scars 2 Oct 2024
In the aftermath of the October 7 massacre, survivors are finding solace and healing through tattoos. Craig Dershowitz, CEO of Artists 4 Israel and Healing I...
2 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Gates of Gaza review: ‘why Israel is where it is’ 2 Oct 2024
Amir Tibon's new book, "The Gates of Gaza," delves deeply into the events of October 7, highlighting his personal ordeal and broader socio-political implicat...
2 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle October 7 has made us feel more Jewish than we did before 1 Oct 2024
Two personal narratives convey a transformative journey towards Jewish identity following the events of October 7th. David Mansoor reflects on his deepened c...
1 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘We are now dancing to very different tunes’ 1 Oct 2024
The Israel Ballet and the Suzanne Dellal Centre for Dance and Theatre in Tel Aviv are navigating immense challenges due to the ongoing conflict in Israel. In...
1 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘We are collecting stories of the Hamas attacks’ 1 Oct 2024
Edut 710 is an organization in Israel formed shortly after the October 7 attacks with the mission of collecting and preserving testimonies of the atrocities....
1 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle A nation’s art in a time of war: How Israel’s artists responded to October 7 1 Oct 2024
In the aftermath of the October 7 attacks on Israel, artists have channeled their responses into powerful works that capture both the tragedy and resilience ...
1 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘I want my art after October 7 to be like a big bang – how life can start again after this’ 1 Oct 2024
Sofie Berzon MacKie, a visual artist from Kibbutz Beeri in Israel, channels her trauma and resilience into a new art series called "Lighthouse," inspired by ...
1 Oct 2024
Jewish Chronicle The shows you won’t want to miss – on stage and screen 30 Sep 2024
The article presents a curated list of notable productions on stage and screen with strong Jewish themes and influences. On stage, highlights include "What W...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Lublin and Krakow remain bright enclaves of Yiddish song and culture 30 Sep 2024
Lublin and Krakow remain vibrant centers of Yiddish song and Jewish culture, preserving the memory of their once-thriving Jewish communities despite the deva...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Cash crisis: Who to turn to if you reach rock bottom 30 Sep 2024
Financial instability can strike anyone, and many are unprepared to cope. It's crucial to seek help immediately when difficulties arise, as delaying can exac...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle For some Jewish couples, there’s no place to tie the knot like Israel 30 Sep 2024
Jewish couples are still choosing Israel as their wedding destination, driven by deep cultural and familial ties, despite current tensions. Event planner Kar...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle A new mum gets her mojo back, thanks to an Instagram stylist 30 Sep 2024
Laura Jane Foley, known as the Sensual Soul Stylist, uses style as a vital form of self-care to help women reconnect with themselves post-motherhood. Her Ins...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Kitchen sinks and antiquities: Showroom in Zichron Ya’akov preserves its rich architectural history 30 Sep 2024
Rebecca Citrin's interior design project in Zichron Yaakov artfully balances modernity and history. Transforming a historic olive oil press into the showroom...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The brilliance of beige: How a palette of neutrals packs a positive punch 30 Sep 2024
Elana Ilan, an interior designer based in Hampstead Garden Suburb, emphasizes practicality and timelessness in her designs, especially after having a child. ...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Vagina Business: Taking the stigma out of women’s health 30 Sep 2024
Marina Gerner's book, "The Vagina Business," aims to destigmatize women’s health and promote innovative solutions to underfunded medical issues such as menop...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The man who brought high fashion to New York 30 Sep 2024
Henri Bendel was a pioneering Jewish entrepreneur who transformed high fashion retailing in New York City. Born in Louisiana, Bendel's flair for fashion led ...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Where will we go on Rosh Hashanah now my parents have died? 30 Sep 2024
As Rosh Hashanah approaches, the writer reflects on how the absence of her deceased parents has altered the High Holy Days for her family. Originally splitti...
30 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Noa Kirel, Israel’s biggest star, takes on a new role 27 Sep 2024
At just 23, Noa Kirel has become Israel's leading pop icon, often compared to Taylor Swift due to her multifaceted career in singing, acting, and entrepreneu...
27 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Nobody Wants This review: The premise is stupid, but I quite enjoyed the show 26 Sep 2024
"Nobody Wants This," a Netflix series, explores the unconventional premise of a rom-com centered around a rabbi and a non-Jewish woman, criticized for its cl...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Waiting for Godot review: ‘I defy anyone not to see themselves on this stage’ 26 Sep 2024
James Macdonald's new production of "Waiting for Godot," starring Ben Whishaw and Lucian Msamati as Vladimir and Estragon respectively, offers a powerful rei...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Meet the woman reinventing frum fashion and looking to Kate Middleton for inspiration 26 Sep 2024
Chaya Baumgarten, founder-editor of Valour magazine, is transforming frum fashion by bridging the gap between modesty and style without sacrificing individua...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Jewish still life artists who breathed new life into a dying British genre 26 Sep 2024
The Shape of Things exhibition at Pallant House Gallery explores the revitalization of the still life genre in early 20th-century Britain, significantly infl...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Reunited by a war hero: how I discovered long-lost cousins through their WWII-fighting father 26 Sep 2024
The article narrates the heartwarming discovery of long-lost cousins by the author through their shared connection to a heroic family member, Lipmann Kessel,...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Frummer driving brings the Wild West to the N16 26 Sep 2024
This humorous article explores the stereotype of Jewish drivers in the Stamford Hill area of London, drawing on the author's personal anecdotes and cultural ...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Jewish answer to Fleabag’s ‘hot priest’: Erin Foster on her new Netflix show Nobody Wants This 26 Sep 2024
Erin Foster's new Netflix series "Nobody Wants This" spins a unique tale inspired by her journey of converting to Judaism and her relationship with her Jewis...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle What our British teens can teach us about Jewish pride 26 Sep 2024
In this reflective piece, the author explores the balance between loyalty and healthy critique within the context of Jewish identity and support for Israel, ...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Hebrew Teacher review: ‘big questions about the future of Israel’ 26 Sep 2024
Maya Arad's "The Hebrew Teacher" is a collection of three novellas exploring the lives of Israeli women in America, confronting personal and cultural disloca...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Akram Khan’s Giselle review: An outstanding reimagining of a classic 26 Sep 2024
Akram Khan's contemporary reimagining of the classic ballet, Giselle, performed by the English National Ballet at Sadler's Wells in London, brings a profound...
26 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Placeholders review: An Irish-Jewish romance marred by loss and longing 25 Sep 2024
James Roseman's debut novel, "Placeholders," intricately explores themes of Jewish identity and personal loss through its protagonist, Aaron. Aaron, a young ...
25 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Hendon United dominate with 3-0 victory to maintain perfect start 25 Sep 2024
Hendon United continues their dominant run in the Maccabi GB Southern League Premier Division with a commanding 3-0 victory over Stoke Salmon, maintaining th...
25 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle A Good Jewish Boy review: ‘elegiac paean to a fading community’ 20 Sep 2024
"A Good Jewish Boy," showcased at the UK Jewish Film Festival, is a whimsical exploration of a dwindling Jewish community in a Paris suburb now dominated by ...
20 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle No Road Leading Back review: ‘hell and real heroism’ 20 Sep 2024
"No Road Leading Back" by Chris Heath is a profound exploration of the atrocities at Ponar, an extermination site near Vilnius, Lithuania, where tens of thou...
20 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Elaine review: ‘Jew lite-ville’ 20 Sep 2024
Will Self's novel "Elaine" explores the life of its titular character, Elaine Rosenbloom, in 1950s Ithaca, New York, drawing on autobiographical elements fro...
20 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Why Am I So Single review: ‘a work in progress’ 19 Sep 2024
Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the creative forces behind the hit musical Six, return with a new show, "Why Am I So Single," at the Garrick Theatre. This gender-...
19 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Two Wonderlands… down very different rabbit holes 19 Sep 2024
Two reinterpretations of Lewis Carroll's classic 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' are being staged in London. ZooNation's 'The Mad Hatter's Tea Party' at t...
19 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Goldman Case: The new French courtroom drama that puts Jewishness on trial 19 Sep 2024
The new French courtroom drama, The Goldman Case, directed by Cédric Kahn, explores the historic trial of Pierre Goldman, a Polish-Jewish descendant and comm...
19 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Azazel Jacobs on His Three Daughters 19 Sep 2024
Azazel Jacobs, an acclaimed American filmmaker, discusses the inspiration and creation of his latest film, "His Three Daughters." During the pandemic, Jacobs...
19 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘Why I tackled Roald Dahl’s antisemitism in my Royal Court play’ 19 Sep 2024
Mark Rosenblatt's play 'Giant' tackles the antisemitism of beloved children's author Roald Dahl. Directed by Nicholas Hytner and starring John Lithgow, the p...
19 Sep 2024