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Jason Alexander, best known for his role as George Costanza on "Seinfeld," is set to fulfill a lifelong dream by playing Tevye in "Fiddler on the Roof" at La...

Freda Golan, a survivor of the October 7 attacks in Israel, participated in a Zoom conversation conducted in Yiddish to share her experiences. During the dis...

Robert Caro, the acclaimed biographer of Robert Moses and Lyndon B. Johnson, continues to dedicate himself to exploring the mechanics of power, both on a loc...

A reader seeks advice on dealing with a pushy synagogue board member who expects them to befriend his socially anxious daughter. Balancing personal struggles...

Authorities in Oregon and Washington are investigating attempted arson incidents at ballot boxes where incendiary devices labeled with slogans like 'Free Gaz...

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) faces criticism for its response to a Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, which was marked by bigotry and racist remarks a...

Brandon Uranowitz's portrayal of Tateh in the Encores! revival of Ragtime at the New York City Center offers a deeply Jewish lens on themes of hope and cultu...

Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman, addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh to advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris as a safer electoral choice compared to...

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff recently addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh to advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris's suitability as a presidential cand...

Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, addressed Jewish voters in Pittsburgh, emphasizing the perception of Donald Trump as a chaotic and divisive figure who fue...

Asaf Kirshner's Yiddish poem 'The Shirt' takes inspiration from a true story and encapsulates themes of resilience and cultural identity. Set for publication...

Mira Fox explores the controversial realm of Nazi kink through discussing Leora Fridman's book "Bound Up: On Kink, Power and Belonging." Fridman delves into ...

Seth Meyers delves into his connection to Judaism in his new comedy special, 'Dad Man Walking,' aired on Max. Although not Jewish by faith, Meyers discovered...

The article discusses the voting dilemma facing the Uncommitted movement, a pro-Palestinian group that protested the Democratic primaries over dissatisfactio...

Marshall Curry, director of the Oscar-nominated documentary on the 1939 pro-Nazi rally at Madison Square Garden, attended Donald Trump's rally at the same ve...

Ezra Glinter's biography of Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the late Lubavitcher Rebbe, presents a complex portrait of a man whose public persona was vastly infl...

Benjamin Ivry critiques the misguided attempts of certain right-wing comedians to emulate the art of Jewish insult comedy, famously practiced by Don Rickles ...

Senator Bernie Sanders advocates for voters critical of the Biden administration's stance on Gaza to support Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in the upcoming...

The recent shooting of an Orthodox Jewish man on his way to synagogue in Chicago has led to charges of attempted murder against Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi. The i...

S. An-ski's play The Dybbuk has profoundly influenced Jewish culture since its premiere in 1920, and it continues to captivate audiences a century later. A n...

The Dybbuk: Phantom of a Lost World is a captivating exhibition at the Museum of the Art and History of Judaism in Paris, celebrating the enduring impact of ...

David Margolick reflects on America’s immigrant history through a series of posters dedicated to his immigrant grandparents, juxtaposing their contributions ...

In a nuanced political climate, Rabbis for Ceasefire, an activist group advocating for peace in Gaza, is encouraging its followers to vote for liberal candid...

The opinion piece by Dan Perry discusses the potential role Qatar could play in breaking the current impasse between Israel and Hamas by leveraging its finan...

Emily Tamkin highlights the significant threat to democracy posed by Donald Trump's rhetoric and actions, emphasizing that preserving democracy is a critical...

The article explores the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, its implications for antisemitism, and the broader impact on German socie...

Bob Dylan, the iconic singer-songwriter, recently hinted at a new literary venture by expressing interest in the horror genre. While on tour in Frankfurt, Dy...

Rob Eshman critiques Stephen Miller's recent speech at a Trump rally in Madison Square Garden, spotlighting Miller's troubling anti-immigration rhetoric and ...

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff delivered a powerful speech in Pittsburgh addressing former President Donald Trump's use of antisemitic tropes and his threats t...

Jay Michaelson's article discusses the troubling moral tone of a pro-Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, highlighting the extreme rhetoric and bigotry from...

Following a coordinated Israeli military strike on Iranian sites, both major U.S. presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, expressed support,...

Drawing from Walter Benjamin's influential essay, "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction," the article explores how Benjamin's notions about ...

A Holocaust survivor, Jerry Wartski, aged 94, expressed strong disapproval of Vice President Kamala Harris's characterization of former President Donald Trum...

In the final stages of the 2024 presidential campaign, Jewish political organizations are focusing on Jewish-specific concerns, notably antisemitism, democra...

In response to Iran's missile attack on October 1, Israel launched strikes against Iran, hitting military targets while heeding U.S. advice to avoid nuclear ...

Israel's recent targeted military strikes near Tehran, conducted in response to Iran's unprecedented ballistic missile attack, illustrate its strategic use o...

In a significant military escalation, Israel launched targeted strikes against Iranian military bases in response to a missile attack by Iran on October 1, w...

Jodi Rudoren explores the cultural nuances of the term "mensch" and the sartorial choice of wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the word. At a Jewish conferenc...

Joel Margolis argues that the International Criminal Court (ICC) must halt or suspend its prosecution of Israel until Hamas is also held accountable for its ...

Ken Harbaugh, a U.S. Navy veteran and former pilot, voices his protest against Donald Trump's planned rally at Madison Square Garden during the 2024 presiden...

Tensions over the Los Angeles Times' decision not to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris have surfaced among questions about the influence of its owner's fa...

The documentary "Politics Is a Mother" captures the political journey of Loretta Weinberg, a formidable former New Jersey state senator, highlighting her adv...

Paul Mendes-Flohr, a preeminent scholar of German-Jewish intellectual history and the foremost expert on Martin Buber, passed away on Shemini Atzeret in 2023...

The revival of Tadeusz Sobodzianeks' play "Our Class" at the Lynn F. Angelson Theatre delves into the harrowing events of the 1941 Jedwabne pogrom, where Pol...

The new Apple TV+ series "Before" features an unusual crossover of horror and comedic actors, notably starring Billy Crystal as a widowed child psychologist,...

Jewish delis have long been popular stops for politicians on the campaign trail seeking to connect with local communities, especially Jewish voters. However,...

The article features a provocative discussion about former President Donald Trump's alleged fascist tendencies, as interpreted by Gen. John Kelly and Holocau...

In this thought-provoking piece, Jay Michaelson addresses the deep political divides within American Jewish communities, particularly concerning the 2024 pre...

Maha Nassar discusses the continued use of the controversial phrase "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" in pro-Palestinian protests on univer...

Jewish chef Jake Cohen is taking his culinary talents to television with his new show "Jake Makes it Easy." Known for his engaging personality and Jewish-ins...