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Rabbi Ben Herman critiques the decision by Adas Israel Congregation in Washington, D.C. to cancel a speaking invitation to Israel's former Defense Minister Y...

YIVO, an institute dedicated to the research and preservation of Yiddish culture, will be offering a new educational program focusing on the rich history of ...

"Gene & Gilda," a play by Cary Gitter, explores the tumultuous romance between Jewish comedy icons Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner, from their meeting on a film...

Dena Abergel, the Children's Repertory Director for the New York City Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker," effortlessly blends her Jewish identity with h...

In a historic moment for Jewish athletes and the MLB, Max Fried, a Jewish ace pitcher from Los Angeles, signed an eight-year, $218 million contract with the ...

"All Gods Children," directed by Ondi Timoner, documents the five-year journey of Rabbi Rachel Timoner and Reverend Dr. Robert Waterman as they bridge their ...

San Francisco State University's Hillel building was vandalized with graffiti that included the word 'Khaybar,' a reference to an ancient battle where Muslim...

The Pico-Robertson neighborhood in Los Angeles, traditionally known for its liberal Jewish community, experienced a political shift in the 2024 U.S. presiden...

Israeli artist Zeev Engelmayer responds to the trauma of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack with his 'Daily Postcard' project, producing over 300 illustrations...

Daniil Brodsky, former chairman of Amnesty Israel, explains his resignation in response to internal disagreements on the organization's handling of its Gaza ...

Michael Winterbottom's film "Shoshana" delivers a powerful narrative by intertwining a love story with the complex political landscape of 1930s Palestine. Se...

Several prominent American Jewish organizations, including the Jewish Federations of North America, the American Jewish Committee, and the Anti-Defamation Le...

Rabbi Regina Sandler-Phillips focuses on commemorating Mahmoud Almadhoun, a key figure behind the Gaza Soup Kitchen, who was killed by an Israeli drone strik...

Adam Schiff, recently elected to the U.S. Senate, chose the Maimonides Mishneh Torah for his swearing-in ceremony, sparking discussions about the appropriate...

The 2025 Golden Globes nominations showcase a diverse array of Jewish talent and narratives, from Jesse Eisenberg's Holocaust-themed 'A Real Pain' to Justin ...

"A Real Pain," Jesse Eisenberg’s latest film, critically observes the phenomenon of Holocaust tourism through the journey of two cousins on a heritage tour i...

Adas Israel, a prominent Conservative synagogue in Washington, D.C., canceled a speaking event featuring former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to ...

The sudden fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, following a rebel offensive, has inadvertently been influenced by Israel's recent military actions agai...

Amnesty International's recent report accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza faces significant criticism for alleged bias and flawed methodology, despite urging...

Israeli commentator Dan Perry critiques the current state of Israel, describing it as diverging from the ideals of democracy and liberalism envisioned by its...

Project Esther, an initiative by the Heritage Foundation, aims to tackle antisemitism by targeting progressive figures and organizations, framing them as a t...

Adapting the Broadway musical into a film, Wicked explores how propaganda can shape perceptions and foment persecution, drawing poignant parallels to histori...

Rashid Khalidi, a prominent Palestinian historian, engaged in a dialogue with a gathering of mainly Orthodox Jews on the Upper West Side, challenging them to...

David N. Myers, a Jewish history professor, assesses the international community's increasing criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza, especially in l...

A suspected arson attack devastated the Adass Israel Synagogue in Ripponlea, Melbourne, leaving one person injured. Early Friday morning, assailants allegedl...

Harvard University's denial of tenure to its sole Yiddish professor, Saul Noam Zaritt, threatens not only its Yiddish and Jewish studies programs but also it...

Cornell University's interim Jewish president, Michael Kotlikoff, has come under fire from academic groups for criticizing a new course entitled "Gaza, Indig...

In a playful exploration of what's considered a true bagel, the article delves into the recent trends of 'rip and dip' bagels that challenge traditional view...

The Jewish community in Tatarstan, a region in Russia, is experiencing growth and has recently welcomed a new rabbi, enhancing local Jewish life and cultural...

"Landman," a new Paramount+ series, plays with themes of real estate and oil rights negotiations, drawing loose allusions to biblical narratives, like those ...

Leah Forster, once a closeted Haredi teacher, is now a viral sensation and performer with her one-woman show, "That's Yentatainment," currently off-Broadway....

Jessica Steinberg reflects on the tragic story of Omer Neutra, a 21-year-old Israeli American soldier whose life ended abruptly during the conflict in Gaza o...

Jake Retzlaff, the Jewish starting quarterback at Brigham Young University (BYU), has signed an endorsement deal with Manischewitz under the NCAA’s Name, Ima...

Amnesty International has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, situating a controversial human rights claim within the global discourse. The report...

Steven Donziger, a Jewish environmental lawyer known for his legal battle against Chevron over pollution in Ecuador, is being advocated for a presidential pa...

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Adam Boehler, a key figure in negotiating the Abraham Accords with Gulf states, as his special envoy for hostage a...

Benyamin Cohen explores the potential impacts on Jewish practices if the U.S. changes its daylight saving time observance. Some members of the Jewish communi...

"Basheviss Demons" is an off-Broadway production featuring three short plays inspired by the stories of Isaac Bashevis Singer, a Nobel laureate. These plays ...

Jared Isaacman, a Jewish entrepreneur and founder of Shift4, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead NASA, underscoring a shift in the age...

Pini Dunner, an Orthodox rabbi, addresses American Jews' anxieties over Donald Trump's return to power in his second term as U.S. President. Acknowledging fe...

Todd Ellis Kessler reflects on how Robert F. Kennedy Sr.'s legacy profoundly shaped his Jewish values and inspired his screenplay, "The Ascent of Bobby Kenne...

"The Order," directed by Justin Kurzel, is a thriller that delves into the sinister world of white power groups inspired by the true story of the murder of r...

A study sponsored by the Anti-Defamation League reveals hiring discrimination against Jews, focusing on the response rates to job applications from candidate...

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning promising severe consequences if hostages held by Hamas are ...

Antisemitic incidents in Australia have seen a dramatic increase, quadrupling to over 2,000 reports in the year following the Hamas attacks on Israel on Oct....

The Bintel Brief advice column in the Forward highlights the political isolation of leftist Zionists in progressive spaces, especially amid the Israel-Hamas ...

The University of Haifa, located on Mount Carmel, offers a vibrant and multicultural academic environment amidst Israel's dynamic cultural landscape. UHaifa ...

The impending closure of San Francisco's Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) is a reflection on its struggle amidst financial difficulties exacerbated by the pa...

This video, presented by שׂרה־רחל שעכטער and available on YouTube, delves into the tensions within the Yiddish-speaking community in the wake of the recent a...

In Durham, North Carolina, the Siegel family gathered to bury their matriarch, Gladys Siegel, who passed away at 97 unaware that her youngest son, Keith Sieg...