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Recent years have seen a surge in plant-based Jewish eating, with vegan versions of traditional Jewish foods becoming more popular worldwide. While some argu...

"The Fate of Rome" by Kyle Harper examines how the Roman Empire thrived yet ultimately fell due to the impact of a devastating plague. Through a meticulous a...

Abraham Caslari, a Jewish physician in Besal during the Black Death in 1348, wrote the Tractate on Pestilential Fevers, providing a medical perspective on th...

In Livingston Manor, New York, the Fosters, owners of restaurants, teamed up with Livingston Manor Central School to provide 2,000 meals weekly to families i...

The text discusses the experiences of a biracial Jewish woman who faced racism and ignorance within Jewish spaces, including being mistaken for the help and ...

Hostility towards Jews has resurged globally since the millennium, with thousands of anti-Semitic incidents reported in Western countries like France, German...

In the midst of challenging times such as a pandemic, the act of prayer becomes a crucial and perplexing practice for observant Jews, who are commanded to fi...

The article delves into the response of the Haredi, or ultra-Orthodox, Jewish community to the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring how their reliance on religious b...

During the 1918-1919 influenza epidemic, a Yiddish phrase "Menshen-fresser" (human-eater) emerged in response to the devastating impact of the disease, which...

Paul Berman reflects on the effects of the COVID-19 crisis in his notebook, noting the loss of taste and smell in the city, the shocks of significant events ...

The text describes the author's journey of purchasing land in Arsuf, Israel in 1991, converting it into a residential plot, and building a home there. Arsuf ...

Dr. Marvin Schick, a prominent Jewish communal activist, passed away recently. He was known for his deep love of the Jewish people despite disagreements, ser...

Dr. Norman Doidge reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic through the lens of history and neuroscience, drawing parallels to the Great Plague of London and Machiav...

The text discusses how Jane Hirshfield's poem "Before the Collapse" captures feelings of uncertainty and impending loss on a global scale, drawing parallels ...

The text appears to be a modern interpretation or reflection on Psalm 13, expressed in a fragmented style. It touches on the frustration of waiting for relie...

The author recounts their experience battling COVID-19, detailing the strange and varied symptoms they and their family members faced. They highlight the unp...

Tablet Live! offers a diverse range of virtual events including concerts, culinary experiences, and discussions with various guests such as Israeli oppositio...

The "Journal of a Plague" column by Dr. Norman Doidge explores the ongoing pandemic, drawing parallels to historical plagues and discussing how our bodies an...

Dr. Norman Doidge's "Journal of a Plague" draws parallels between the current pandemic and historical plagues, evoking observations from Defoe's account of t...

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, infertility treatments were disrupted, leaving many feeling alone and uncertain. Drawing parallels from the Talmudic t...

Eva Kor, a Holocaust survivor and advocate for forgiveness, is portrayed in an interactive biography that uses advanced technology to share her story and ins...

In this poignant reflection on survival during the Holocaust, the author, the daughter of Polish Holocaust survivors, contemplates the pivotal moments that l...

The author recounts the challenges faced in getting married during a pandemic, from the initial dread of canceling or postponing the wedding to the eventual ...

The Canadian Jewish News, a long-standing national publication serving Canadian Jewry, has announced its closure due to economic struggles worsened by the CO...

The text discusses the controversy surrounding the inclusion of the Hungarian writer Jzsef Nyr on the required reading list for Hungarian high school student...

The author recalls a poignant memory of practicing a Yom Kippur assembly presentation with their father, who had recently returned from a trip to Israel. The...

Jules Feiffer, renowned for his noir-themed graphic novels, has reached the conclusion of his acclaimed series with "The Ghost Script." Having ventured into ...

The article discusses the significant historical event of the Soviet refusenik movement, where Soviet Jews were refused permission to emigrate, leading to th...

A Jewish family reflects on their decision to leave the United States due to racial discrimination and marginalization, settling in Canada for safety and a b...

Zuni Maud and Yosl Cutler were Yiddish cartoonists, puppeteers, and artists who made significant contributions to Yiddish cultural life in the early 20th cen...

In light of the unique challenges of Passover 2020, a group of chefs has shared creative recipes to make the holiday delicious, whether celebrating alone, wi...

In "My First DIY Passover," the author grapples with the difficult decision to not attend their usual large and elaborate family Passover Seder due to safety...

A music enthusiast who will miss the communal singing during Passover Seder has created a curated playlist to help individuals transition to solitary Seders ...

Professor William Helmreich, a distinguished sociologist at City College who recently passed away due to COVID-19, was known for his insightful exploration o...

The author reflects on missing the opportunity to say Kaddish for their father's yahrzeit due to the closure of their synagogue during the COVID-19 pandemic....

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the author reflects on their experience attending virtual mourning rituals after a friend's mother's passing, unable t...

In this article, the focus is on Alessandro Manzoni's novel "The Betrothed," set during the plague in Milan in 1630, and its impact on various Jewish Italian...

The author shares their experience of sitting shiva alone for their father during the pandemic. With no physical presence of family and friends due to social...

Alejandra Pizarnik, a prominent Argentine poet born to Jewish immigrants from Poland, crafted deeply abstract and emotional poetry, exploring diasporic exper...

A woman reconnects with a friend who is in prison for money laundering and becomes her pen pal, navigating the restrictions and rules of the prison system wh...

The author reflects on his upbringing by a trio of Jewish women who doted on him, while his father believed he was being spoiled and turning into a "Kuni Lem...

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Galilee Medical Center in Israel has transformed to handle infected patients, with dedicated areas and strict safety protocol...

For the past 30 years, Robyn and Jeffrey Shiovitz have held a festive Passover Seder in their basement adorned with a colorful tent, now attended by close fa...

An IDF veteran reflects on the profound impact of Covid-19 on the world, recognizing the need for agility and innovation in the face of changing circumstance...

Qatar has executed a sophisticated and successful campaign to influence Western policymaking, particularly in the U.S., through significant financial investm...

Jay Electronica's album "A Written Testimony" features controversial content with the prominent inclusion of Louis Farrakhan's anti-Semitic rhetoric. Despite...

"Points of Light" reflects on the challenging context of the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing parallels with historical pandemics to emphasize human humility. The ...

The author reflects on her family's unique Seder traditions and the challenges of passing down her parents' story of struggle and resilience to her children....

The text discusses a personal experience with COVID-19 in New York City, highlighting the challenges of illness, lack of testing, and the strain on the healt...

The text discusses the myth of America as a nation of immigrants and challenges this narrative by highlighting that America was founded by Anglo Protestant c...