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Tablet The Industrial Removal Office 16 May 2018
The Industrial Removal Office (IRO) was established in 1901 by German American Jewish leaders to relocate unemployed eastern European Jewish immigrants from ...
16 May 2018
Tablet A Syrian Treat for Shavuot 15 May 2018
Shavuot, a Jewish holiday celebrating the giving of the Torah, is traditionally marked by dairy meals. This custom originated from increased milk production ...
15 May 2018
Tablet The Genesis Plays Bring Biblical Heroes and Contemporary Issues to Stage 14 May 2018
The Genesis Plays, a festival of five plays by the In[heir]itance Project at the 14th Street Y in Manhattan, reimagines Biblical characters and themes in a c...
14 May 2018
Tablet Lessons From the Mother of a Kidnapped Soldier 11 May 2018
The text discusses the author's experience of motherhood in Israel, influenced by Aviva Shalit, whose son Gilad was kidnapped. Aviva's initial reluctance to ...
11 May 2018
Tablet Obama and the Iranian Nuclear Threat 10 May 2018
During Netanyahu's early years as prime minister, the focus was on ensuring Israel had the military capability to strike Iran's nuclear program if needed, wi...
10 May 2018
Tablet Chaim Soutine, Modernist Master of Flesh, at the Jewish Museum 3 May 2018
Chaim Soutine, a modernist painter renowned for his emotive and visceral works, is the focus of a significant exhibition at the Jewish Museum. This display s...
3 May 2018
Tablet Who Would Joe Lieberman Vote for in 2020? Not Who You’d Think. 3 May 2018
Former Senator Joe Lieberman, known for his complex political stance as a liberal Democrat with hawkish views on foreign policy, revealed on the Unorthodox p...
3 May 2018
Tablet Adam Sandler’s New Role Is His Most Daring Yet: Working Class Jew 3 May 2018
In the film "The Week Of," Adam Sandler takes on the role of Kenny Lustig, a struggling working-class Jewish father preparing for his daughter's interfaith w...
3 May 2018
Tablet Lou Reed, Poet 2 May 2018
In 1971, at the peak of his rock n roll fame, Lou Reed, known for his work with the Velvet Underground, surprised many by announcing his decision to shift fr...
2 May 2018
Tablet Are NBC and CNN Paying Off Top Spies Who Leaked Info With On-Air Jobs? 2 May 2018
The text discusses allegations that top spies may have leaked information to media outlets like NBC and CNN in exchange for on-air jobs, raising concerns abo...
2 May 2018
Tablet A Beast of Unknown Origins 1 May 2018
Cheburashka, a beloved Soviet animated series character from the late 1960s, holds a significant place in Eastern European childhood memories and cultural re...
1 May 2018
Tablet The 1968 Forced Exodus of Polish Jewry on Film 1 May 2018
In 1968, following an anti-Zionist campaign by the Polish government, over 13,000 Polish Jews fled to Denmark, including Marian Marzyski, a successful filmma...
1 May 2018
Tablet ‘Awakening,’ a Short Story by Isaac Babel 1 May 2018
In Isaac Babel's short story "Awakening," the narrator describes growing up in Odessa, a city obsessed with creating musical prodigies. Despite his father's ...
1 May 2018
Tablet New Documents Reveal FDR’s Eugenic Project to ‘Resettle’ Jews During World War II 30 Apr 2018
A new exhibition at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum sheds light on FDR's involvement in a eugenic project during World War II, aiming to resettle displace...
30 Apr 2018
Tablet Neo-Poland: An Original Poem 30 Apr 2018
The poem "Neo-Poland" addresses the Polish government's restrictions on discussing the Holocaust, highlighting how societies often try to suppress dark aspec...
30 Apr 2018
Tablet What Is ‘Jewish Food’? 27 Apr 2018
Jewish cuisine is a complex and diverse tapestry that reflects centuries of geographical movement and cultural exchange. While commonly associated with Easte...
27 Apr 2018
Tablet The History and Future of Holocaust Research 26 Apr 2018
The text discusses the evolution of Holocaust research from the 1940s to the present day, highlighting key developments and challenges. It notes the initial ...
26 Apr 2018
Tablet Whose Tribe Is It, Anyway? 26 Apr 2018
In a recent episode of the NPR podcast Code Switch, the American Jewish experience of transitioning into the category of White was discussed, highlighting th...
26 Apr 2018
Tablet Slaughtered Offerings 24 Apr 2018
The article discusses the transition in the Daf Yomi cycle from the civil and criminal laws in Seder Nezikin to the rituals and sacrifices in Seder Kodashim ...
24 Apr 2018
Tablet My Favorite Anti-Semite: Gregor von Rezzori 23 Apr 2018
Gregor von Rezzori, a writer born in 1914 in Czernowitz, experienced the demise of the Hapsburg empire and became a refugee early in life, never able to retu...
23 Apr 2018
Tablet Jewish Contraptions 20 Apr 2018
The Contraption exhibit at the Contemporary Jewish Museum features Bernie Lubell, an artist whose kinetic art installation, Theory of Entanglement, blurs the...
20 Apr 2018
Tablet Israeli Arabs Are Choosing Jewish Schools 19 Apr 2018
In Israel, a growing number of Arab parents are choosing to send their children to Jewish schools for the better funding, educational opportunities, and Hebr...
19 Apr 2018
Tablet Gangsters for Zion 19 Apr 2018
In the post-World War II era, the Jewish Agency established a covert arms procurement network in the United States under the Haganah, involving a diverse gro...
19 Apr 2018
Tablet New Coworking Space Gives Haredi Entrepreneurs a Gateway to High Tech 18 Apr 2018
A new coworking space for haredi (ultra-Orthodox) entrepreneurs is set to open in Bnei Berak near Tel Aviv, aiming to integrate this community into Israel's ...
18 Apr 2018
Tablet My Conversion Conundrum 17 Apr 2018
The author reflects on a conversation with a Jewish friend who doubted their ability to fully integrate into Jewish culture through conversion due to their n...
17 Apr 2018
Tablet Foraging in Tel Aviv 16 Apr 2018
Heela Harel leads urban foraging tours in Tel Aviv, where participants learn to identify and taste edible plants found in the city, including flowers, leaves...
16 Apr 2018
Tablet Shaq Hears America Singing 13 Apr 2018
"Poetry in America," a PBS program hosted by Harvard professor Elisa New, features discussions about poetry with celebrities like Shaquille O'Neal and musici...
13 Apr 2018
Tablet Defining Soviet Jewish Cuisine 12 Apr 2018
The text discusses the unique nature of Soviet Jewish cuisine, influenced by Soviet policies, anti-Jewish measures, and cultural shifts that separated it fro...
12 Apr 2018
Tablet The Talmud, Personified 10 Apr 2018
In Barry Scott Wimpfheimer's book "The Talmud: A Biography," he explores various perspectives on the Talmud, showcasing feminist protest art by Andi Arnovitz...
10 Apr 2018
Tablet Hitler’s Hollywood 10 Apr 2018
"Hitler's Hollywood" by German documentarian Rdiger Suchsland delves into the world of Nazi cinema from 1933 to 1945, exploring the films made under the regi...
10 Apr 2018
Tablet Finding the Flavors of Morocco in Venezuela 9 Apr 2018
Estrella Benmaman, a Jewish Venezuelan woman of Moroccan descent, hosts monthly gatherings in her home in Caracas, turning it into Paladar Estrella, where sh...
9 Apr 2018
Tablet The Best Passover Snack You’ve Never Heard Of 5 Apr 2018
Matzos Coffee, also known as Matza Caf, is a forgotten European Passover snack that involves soaking matzoh in hot coffee to create a velvety texture, enhanc...
5 Apr 2018
Tablet The Chaplain and the Survivors 5 Apr 2018
Rabbi Herschel Schacter, a young Orthodox rabbi, entered the Buchenwald Concentration Camp in April 1945 as part of the American Army after serving in variou...
5 Apr 2018
Tablet Microaggressions 3 Apr 2018
The term "microaggressions" refers to subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory remarks or actions that can have harmful effects on individuals, particular...
3 Apr 2018
Tablet The Best Quinoa Dishes for Passover 3 Apr 2018
Quinoa has received kosher for Passover certification from the OU and has been established as not kitniyot, making it suitable for all Jews during the holida...
3 Apr 2018
Tablet Martha Stewart’s Recipe for Matzo S’mores 2 Apr 2018
Martha Stewart presents a recipe for Matzo S'mores that combines matzo, chocolate, and marshmallows to create a new Passover treat. The recipe involves break...
2 Apr 2018
Tablet It Oughta Be Kosher! 2 Apr 2018
The text humorously debates the inclusion of corn syrup in Passover restrictions due to its connection to bread-making and the Exodus story. The author argue...
2 Apr 2018
Tablet Red Marks and Red Lines 30 Mar 2018
The text explores the intertwined histories of Jewish and African-American communities in Baltimore, focusing on the evolution of neighborhoods, synagogue bu...
30 Mar 2018
Tablet Play Ball 29 Mar 2018
Baseball has long held a significant place in the lives of American Jews, particularly men, as explored through the lens of American-Jewish newspapers' cover...
29 Mar 2018
Tablet A New Opera Remembers the Victims of the Triangle Factory Fire 28 Mar 2018
A new opera titled "Morning Star" memorializes the victims of the Triangle Factory Fire, capturing the intersection of immigration, labor issues, and America...
28 Mar 2018
Tablet As Passover Nears, Let’s Not Forget Farrakhan’s Shameful Stance on Slavery 27 Mar 2018
The author reflects on Minister Louis Farrakhan's refusal to address African slavery, particularly in Sudan, Mauritania, Libya, and Nigeria. Farrakhan's Nati...
27 Mar 2018
Tablet British Jews Rally Against Anti-Semitism in Labour 26 Mar 2018
British Jews are uniting in protest against the Labour Party's normalization of anti-Semitism under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership. The mural incident, where Cor...
26 Mar 2018
Tablet Jewish Teacher Fired from Quaker School for Making Nazi Joke 26 Mar 2018
Ben Frisch, a Jewish teacher of 34 years at Friends Seminary, a private Quaker school in Manhattan, was fired for making a Nazi joke during a math lesson, ca...
26 Mar 2018
Tablet Waiting for the World to Change 23 Mar 2018
The text explores the concept of waiting, distinguishing between futile waiting and productive waiting, which it terms gestational waiting. It references the...
23 Mar 2018
Tablet Laughter in the Face of Oncoming Death 22 Mar 2018
Itzik Manger, a renowned Yiddish writer born in Romania, created joyful and delightful literature embodying the rich tradition of Yiddish culture. His work, ...
22 Mar 2018
Tablet Lost and Found 22 Mar 2018
The author reflects on his journey from a devout Mormon upbringing to questioning his faith as he delves into different religious experiences alongside his w...
22 Mar 2018
Tablet Sensationalism! Sex! Jews Behaving Badly! 19 Mar 2018
The Yiddish press of the early 20th century was not immune to sensationalism, publishing stories of crime, sex, and violence that captivated readers despite ...
19 Mar 2018
Tablet Making Serious Dough in Tel Aviv 19 Mar 2018
Chef Omer Miller, known for his TV show and social media presence, opened a new pizza shop in Tel Aviv called Grandpa and the 30,000 Rabbits. This venture fo...
19 Mar 2018
Tablet In Pro-Wrestling, the Jews Never Win 16 Mar 2018
The text discusses the lack of success and representation of Jewish wrestlers in the world of professional wrestling, particularly in the WWE. The author ref...
16 Mar 2018
Tablet Technician of the Sacred 14 Mar 2018
Jerome Rothenberg's groundbreaking anthology "Technicians of the Sacred" challenged the traditional Western idea of poetry by showcasing ancient and contempo...
14 Mar 2018