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Hezbollah Tunnels Under a Galilee Farmer’s Apple Orchard
10 Dec 2018
Hezbollah tunnels discovered under a Galilee farmers apple orchard in Metula have raised security concerns as they could have been used by Hezbollah fighters...
10 Dec 2018
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Is the Women’s March Melting Down?
10 Dec 2018
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...
10 Dec 2018
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Finding a Safe Space on a Kibbutz
10 Dec 2018
An Ethiopian asylum-seeker, identified as L., who faced harrowing experiences involving human traffickers found solace on a kibbutz in Israel with her daught...
10 Dec 2018
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Arrests but No Hate-Crime Charges After Jewish Teen Beaten by Mob in New York City
7 Dec 2018
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...
7 Dec 2018
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The Milk Can
7 Dec 2018
Leslie Epstein's piece explores the delicate and often controversial relationship between humor and the Holocaust, using anecdotes and personal reflections t...
7 Dec 2018
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The Armadillo Menorah
6 Dec 2018
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, ...
6 Dec 2018
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Mr. Siegel
5 Dec 2018
The text discusses the complex relationship between the author and his college acquaintance Kenneth, focusing on Kenneth's stepfather, Mr. Siegel, who was di...
5 Dec 2018
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New Info on Lobbyists Paid to Improve Qatar’s Image Among American Jews
4 Dec 2018
Qatar hired lobbyists to improve its image among American Jews, with new details revealing the lobbyists were paid far more than previously known, particular...
4 Dec 2018
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New York’s Yiddish Press Is Thriving
4 Dec 2018
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...
4 Dec 2018
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Slaughterhouse Shrive
4 Dec 2018
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 ...
4 Dec 2018
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Standing With Saudi Arabia
3 Dec 2018
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...
3 Dec 2018
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Making Hanukkah ‘Japonesas,’ the Jewish Doughnuts of Medieval Spain
3 Dec 2018
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...
3 Dec 2018
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Jules Feiffer’s American Follies
30 Nov 2018
"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...
30 Nov 2018
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David Ben-Gurion Asks 51 Jewish Scholars: ‘Who Is a Jew?’
30 Nov 2018
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 ...
30 Nov 2018
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Jonah
29 Nov 2018
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 ...
29 Nov 2018
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Recipes for Survival
29 Nov 2018
The author reflects on the significance of preparing traditional Jewish recipes, particularly latkes, using a cookbook inherited from a Conservative congrega...
29 Nov 2018
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Deck the Halls—With Paper Dreidels
28 Nov 2018
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 ...
28 Nov 2018
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The Year That Shook Up San Francisco’s Jewish Community
27 Nov 2018
Harvey Milk, San Francisco's outspoken Jewish politician, was assassinated in 1978 by Supervisor Dan White, leading to significant ramifications for the city...
27 Nov 2018
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Two Paths for the Left: The Dueling Visions of Bernie Sanders and Jeremy Corbyn
27 Nov 2018
The text discusses the contrasting socialist visions of Bernie Sanders and Jeremy Corbyn, noting their differences in ideological background and political go...
27 Nov 2018
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The Best Jewish Children’s Books of 2018
27 Nov 2018
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...
27 Nov 2018
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When the Cost of Orthodoxy Is Too High
26 Nov 2018
Yale professor Eliyahu Stern challenges the common prediction of Orthodox Judaism dominating American Jewish life, questioning the sustainability of Orthodox...
26 Nov 2018
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The Philosophers and the American Left
26 Nov 2018
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...
26 Nov 2018
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Sunshine State
21 Nov 2018
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...
21 Nov 2018
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Finally a Place Serving All Babka All the Time
21 Nov 2018
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...
21 Nov 2018
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The Flight 002 Election
21 Nov 2018
Flight 002 from New York to Tel Aviv became a controversial and symbolic incident in Israeli society. Initial reports blamed religious Haredi passengers for ...
21 Nov 2018
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New Study Finds the Number of Islamic Militants Nearly Four Times Higher Today Than in 2001
21 Nov 2018
A recent study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies revealed that the number of Sunni Islamic militants worldwide has nearly quadrupled sinc...
21 Nov 2018
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Meyer and Sid
21 Nov 2018
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...
21 Nov 2018
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Take Your Pumpkin Beyond the Pie
20 Nov 2018
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...
20 Nov 2018
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The Mayflower Maidel
20 Nov 2018
The author reflects on their upcoming Thanksgiving celebration, which will be different as they recently discovered their descent from Mayflower passengers a...
20 Nov 2018
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Israel Appoints Its First Arab Christian Ambassador
20 Nov 2018
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...
20 Nov 2018
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The Trials of David Ben Moshe
19 Nov 2018
David Ben Moshe, a black man who converted to Orthodox Judaism after a criminal past, is facing bureaucratic challenges in gaining Israeli citizenship despit...
19 Nov 2018
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The Truth About George Soros
19 Nov 2018
George Soros, a Hungarian-born financier and philanthropist, has long been involved in supporting pro-democracy movements, human rights causes, and liberal v...
19 Nov 2018
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Finding a New Path
16 Nov 2018
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...
16 Nov 2018
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Is Israel Headed for Another Gaza War?
13 Nov 2018
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...
13 Nov 2018
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There Are Places I Remember
13 Nov 2018
Historic Jewish institutions like Camp Hess Kramer and Gindling Hilltop Camp in California have been severely damaged by wildfires, including the loss of bui...
13 Nov 2018
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Israel’s New Diplomatic Horizon
13 Nov 2018
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, ...
13 Nov 2018
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The Left and the Jews: A Tale of Three Countries
12 Nov 2018
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...
12 Nov 2018
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J.K. Rowling’s ‘Lethal White’
12 Nov 2018
J.K. Rowling, writing as Robert Galbraith, challenges and redefines the thriller genre in "Lethal White," featuring detective Cormoran Strike and his associa...
12 Nov 2018
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Remembering Oscar Rabin
12 Nov 2018
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 ...
12 Nov 2018
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To Be a German Jew in 1938 Was to Live in Disbelief
9 Nov 2018
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...
9 Nov 2018
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Precious Medals
9 Nov 2018
In this heartfelt narrative, a daughter reflects on her World War II veteran father's belated receipt of military medals, highlighting their family bonds str...
9 Nov 2018
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Good Fortune
6 Nov 2018
The author reflects on receiving a significant sum of money from his deceased father and his internal struggle with wealth, debt, and Jewish values surroundi...
6 Nov 2018
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Oil Change
6 Nov 2018
The Talmudic text Tractate Menachot raises questions about the details of meal offerings, particularly regarding the use of oil in their preparation. The Tal...
6 Nov 2018
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I Chose to Spend Shabbat With Steve Bannon
6 Nov 2018
In the aftermath of the Pittsburgh massacre, the author chose to spend Shabbat attending a debate between David Frum and Steve Bannon instead of going to syn...
6 Nov 2018
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Was Qatar Behind the Hack of Shmuley Boteach?
6 Nov 2018
Qatar's attempts to influence the American Jewish community and U.S. policymakers through lobbying and hacking activities, as detailed in a lawsuit by Elliot...
6 Nov 2018
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A Psalm for Pittsburgh
2 Nov 2018
In the wake of the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, the power of Psalms (Tehillim) to provide solace and words in times of despai...
2 Nov 2018
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Out of Ghetto Streets
2 Nov 2018
During the early 20th century, Canada saw a significant increase in its Jewish population due to the arrival of Russian and Eastern European immigrants, who ...
2 Nov 2018
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Dressing for Paradise
1 Nov 2018
Frida Kahlo's unique wardrobe, filled with sumptuous fabrics and intricate accessories, served as a powerful form of self-expression and a way to confront he...
1 Nov 2018
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How Should We Read the American Press? In Arabic.
1 Nov 2018
Jamal Khashoggi, in his final column, highlighted the impact of state-controlled media in the Arab world and likened the situation to the current state of th...
1 Nov 2018
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Anti-Semitism Is a Conspiracy Theory
1 Nov 2018
The article discusses the rise of anti-Semitism as a racist conspiracy theory, distinct from other forms of bigotry, leading to the violent events such as th...
1 Nov 2018