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Sholem Asch, a prominent Yiddish writer, stirred controversy with his Christian-themed novels, namely "The Nazarene" and "The Apostle," followed by "Mary." D...

Howard Kaplan, an observant Jew in Israel, continues a Christmas tradition started by his mother Toby, who was saved during the Holocaust by Aleksandra Taras...

The article highlights five recommended Christmas-themed books for Jewish kids to help them feel less left out during the holiday season. The selections incl...

In a humorous reflection on being Jewish during Christmas in Texas, the writer explores the contrasts and interactions between Jewish culture and the festive...

Paul Berman's essay in Tablet Magazine addresses concerns about the direction of the American left, focusing on the rise of charismatic female figures within...

The Tate Modern's retrospective on Anni Albers commemmorates the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus movement and celebrates Albers' contributions as a pioneeri...

In "Winter in the Promised Land," the narrator describes the contrast between the luxurious comfort of the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Jerusalem and the tense a...

Secular Jewish Israelis in Israel are experiencing what is termed as "Christmas envy," where they enthusiastically partake in the superficial joys of Christm...

The author reflects on the act of shaving and its cultural significance, particularly in the Jewish and gentile communities. They explore the idea that genti...

"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is a graphic novel that takes a satirical approach to examining American history, culture, and politics. Feiffer, known fo...

Jews have been increasingly involved in the cannabis industry and culture worldwide, with Israel leading in medical research and North American Jews catching...

A group of seven women initially came together after the 2016 election to organize what would become the Women's March, with the aim of including marginalize...

Hezbollah tunnels discovered under a Galilee farmers apple orchard in Metula have raised security concerns as they could have been used by Hezbollah fighters...

An Ethiopian asylum-seeker, identified as L., who faced harrowing experiences involving human traffickers found solace on a kibbutz in Israel with her daught...

A 16-year-old Jewish boy was beaten in Forest Hills, Queens, by a group of around 20 teens, with witnesses reporting chants of "Kill the Jew" during the atta...

A musician receives an armadillo menorah as a mysterious gift which forms a unique bond with him as they travel the country together. The armadillo menorah, ...

The text discusses the complex relationship between the author and his college acquaintance Kenneth, focusing on Kenneth's stepfather, Mr. Siegel, who was di...

The discussion centers on the tractate Hullin in the Talmud, which deals with the rules surrounding the slaughter of non-sacred animals for consumption. The ...

The Hasidic Yiddish print industry is thriving, with publications like Der Yid, Di Tzeitung, and Der Blatt catering to an ever-growing readership in communit...

Qatar hired lobbyists to improve its image among American Jews, with new details revealing the lobbyists were paid far more than previously known, particular...

The article discusses the Jewish pastry known as Japonesas, half-moon shaped fried doughnuts soaked in honey, which can be found in La Linea de la Concepcion...

The Senate is expected to pass a resolution urging the U.S. to end activities related to the Yemen war, which would impact the U.S.'s relationship with Saudi...

"Jules Feiffer's American Follies" is an exploration of the political and cultural landscape of the United States through the satirical lens of cartoonist an...

In 1958, David Ben-Gurion, Israel's prime minister, asked 51 Jewish scholars for input on defining Jewish identity, particularly in cases of mixed marriages ...

Jonah, an Israeli journalist, shares a harrowing experience of being on a flight that had to make an emergency water landing in the ocean after encountering ...

The author reflects on the significance of preparing traditional Jewish recipes, particularly latkes, using a cookbook inherited from a Conservative congrega...

In the late 19th century in the United States, American Jews initially focused on decorating for Sukkot rather than Hanukkah. However, over time, the appeal ...

Harvey Milk, San Francisco's outspoken Jewish politician, was assassinated in 1978 by Supervisor Dan White, leading to significant ramifications for the city...

The text discusses the contrasting socialist visions of Bernie Sanders and Jeremy Corbyn, noting their differences in ideological background and political go...

In 2018, there was a discussion about Jewish children's books, noting a lack of stand-out Jewish picture books but a rise in engaging older-kid books with Je...

Yale professor Eliyahu Stern challenges the common prediction of Orthodox Judaism dominating American Jewish life, questioning the sustainability of Orthodox...

In discussions on the American left, two books by Richard Rorty and Michael Walzer stand out, offering critical insights. Rorty's "Achieving Our Country" gai...

In a tale of the American dream intertwined with crime, Sid Luckman emerges as a football legend in the 1940s, quarterbacking the Chicago Bears to multiple N...

The popularity of babka, a beloved yeasted pastry associated with Ashkenazi Jews, has been on the rise, receiving recognition on Oprah's Favorite Things list...

A recent study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies revealed that the number of Sunni Islamic militants worldwide has nearly quadrupled sinc...

This text reflects on the author's experience with family dynamics, loss, and reconciliation following the death of their father, a hardworking and devoted m...

Flight 002 from New York to Tel Aviv became a controversial and symbolic incident in Israeli society. Initial reports blamed religious Haredi passengers for ...

The author reflects on their upcoming Thanksgiving celebration, which will be different as they recently discovered their descent from Mayflower passengers a...

The text discusses giving a Jewish twist to traditional Thanksgiving pumpkin dishes by incorporating a Moroccan recipe for pumpkin soup, which can also be ma...

George Deek, a 34-year-old Arab Christian and former Fulbright fellow, has been appointed as Israel's first Arab Christian ambassador, set to represent the c...

David Ben Moshe, a black man who converted to Orthodox Judaism after a criminal past, is facing bureaucratic challenges in gaining Israeli citizenship despit...

George Soros, a Hungarian-born financier and philanthropist, has long been involved in supporting pro-democracy movements, human rights causes, and liberal v...

A recent report commissioned by the Israeli nonprofit Out For Change sheds light on the growing trend of individuals leaving the ultra-Orthodox Haredi commun...

Israel appeared to be on the brink of war with Gaza following a $15 million cash infusion from Qatar intended to maintain quiet. Tensions escalated when an I...

Historic Jewish institutions like Camp Hess Kramer and Gindling Hilltop Camp in California have been severely damaged by wildfires, including the loss of bui...

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's surprise visit to Oman in 2018 marked an important step in Israel's foreign relations strategy. Over its 70-year history, ...

J.K. Rowling, writing as Robert Galbraith, challenges and redefines the thriller genre in "Lethal White," featuring detective Cormoran Strike and his associa...

The text explores the relationship between the left and Jewish communities in the UK and France, particularly focusing on Jeremy Corbyn in the UK and Jean-Lu...

Oscar Rabin, a prominent Jewish ex-Soviet artist and dissident, has passed away at the age of 90 in Florence, Italy, where he was exhibiting his work. Rabin ...

The article reflects on the experiences of German and Austrian Jews in 1938 leading up to Kristallnacht, as depicted in the 1938Projekt online exhibit by the...