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Orna and Ella, a beloved Tel Aviv restaurant that has been a staple of the city's culinary and cultural scene since 1992, is set to close its doors in March ...

Turkish scientist Yavuz Örnek, a professor of Marine Sciences, suggested on a Turkish state-run channel that Noah, from the biblical story of the Great Flood...

In 1993, Henry Louis Gates Jr. critiqued the rising movement to ban hate speech, pointing out a contradiction in its premise that hate speech was structurall...

The text describes a personal journey within a Jewish shtiebel, focusing on the author's interactions with Rabbi Moshe Halevi Steinberg. The shtiebel is port...

"Shababnikim" is an Israeli TV show that has become popular both in Israel and abroad for its humorous and cutting portrayal of the lives of Haredi (ultra-Or...

El Al Airlines will introduce direct flights between Tel Aviv and San Francisco to cater to passengers in the high-tech sector shuttling between Silicon Vall...

The text delves into the complex and often cruel history of Jews in Poland, highlighting the strained relationship between Jews and Poles over the centuries....

The article discusses the current state of the Iranian regime and the potential for its collapse. It highlights the economic challenges facing Iran, includin...

George Benjamin, a prominent figure in Canadian history, made significant contributions by becoming the first Jew elected to a municipal office in Canada in ...

Mary Peldman, the new principal of The Sephardic Academy in Manhattan, draws inspiration from the Montessori Method and medieval Andalusian Jewish education ...

In this personal reflection, the author discusses the role of Jewish identity in diaspora, particularly around the Christmas season. They describe the ease o...

Meghan Markle, the soon-to-be royal spouse of Prince Harry, is reportedly considering Israeli fashion designer Inbal Dror to create her wedding gown, sparkin...

The author reflects on their grandmother's battle with Alzheimer's Disease and the challenges of incorporating Jewish practices into her life as the dementia...

Ernst Barbakoff, a former child prodigy turned elderly piano teacher, spends his mornings in the library recounting his past to Miss Virginia, the librarian....

The writer reflects on their profound connection to the study of Talmud at the Drisha Institute, where they first encountered the text and discovered their l...

Fat Sals Hollywood, in collaboration with The Fat Jewish, Yeastie Boys Bagels, and chef Eric Greenspan, created The Fat Jewish, a remarkable Hanukkah-themed ...

Paul Valéry's poem "La Jeune Parque" or "The Young Fate" from 1917 remains enigmatic even a century later, showcasing Valéry as the last of the Symbolists wi...

"Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins" challenges the idea of a singular, canonical Hanukkah story by introducing goblins and magical elements into the narrative...

Y.Y. Shvarts, a Yiddish poet, wrote the epic Yiddish poem "Kentoki" in the early 20th century, focusing on three generations of Jewish life in Kentucky, chal...

The TOTAH gallery in the Lower East Side showcased an exhibition featuring Mel Bochner and Alighiero Boetti, two prominent conceptual artists. David Totah, t...

The author reflects on reclaiming the term "Jew" in public discourse, noting the unequal treatment compared to terms like "Christian." The discomfort arises ...

Jewish organizations are at the forefront of advocating for greater inclusion of people with physical and cognitive disabilities in all spheres of life, part...

This text delves into the author's surprise at Elvis Presley having a Chai necklace, suggesting a Jewish connection, which leads to a contemplation on the si...

The article discusses various gift ideas for Yiddish enthusiasts, such as high-quality dictionaries like Beinfeld and Bochners Comprehensive Yiddish-English ...

US ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley has clarified a controversial statement denying Qatar's financial support for Hamas, after initially indicating otherwise...

Literary critic Adam Kirsch delves into the intricacies of the Talmud's organization through his daily study of a page of Talmud. Despite the Talmud's hierar...

Lorin Stein, a respected figure in the literary world who served as editor of The Paris Review, resigned amidst accusations of inappropriate relationships wi...

The discussion addresses the evolving concept of social justice in today's society and its impact on the Jewish community. It highlights a shift from traditi...

Crave, a new restaurant in Jerusalem, has managed to serve American favorites like cheeseburgers and nachos while remaining kosher by utilizing vegan cheese ...

Hanukkah celebrations in America often revolve around the classic potato latkes, although historically, latkes were made with cheese rather than potatoes. Wh...

The list of the best Jewish children's books of 2017 showcases diversity, moving beyond Holocaust and shtetl narratives to present Jewish characters in vario...

The author reflects on the evolution of latkes beyond the traditional potato version to include zucchini, sweet potato curry, celery root, and apple variatio...

The text reminisces about the author's grandfather, Grandpa Maurice, sharing anecdotes about his colorful life and love for making foul medemes, an Egyptian ...

Vandals recently desecrated the Holocaust Memorial in Athens by removing two out of three panels featuring an inscription by Elie Wiesel. The City of Athens ...

The text emphasizes the need to forcefully oppose anti-Semitism as a core principle in combating white supremacy. It discusses the prevalence of anti-Semitis...

The text discusses how the Kurds have historically been betrayed due to the doctrine of political realism exemplified by Henry Kissinger's actions. Realism p...

Peter Saul's provocative and contradictory paintings have earned him a reputation as a brutally honest storyteller in American postwar art. Despite his confr...

"The Chosen" by Chaim Potok is a compelling novel about the friendship between two Jewish boys in Brooklyn during World War II. The book is praised for its d...

A couple, both entrenched in literary and academic pursuits, found their love deeply intertwined with the written word, particularly through emails quoting p...

William Pachner, a renowned artist known for his work as Esquire's art director and his influential World War II illustrations, has died at the age of 102. P...

Members of the far-right AfD, including politician Bjoern Hoecke, have expressed disdain for Berlin's Holocaust memorial, suggesting a monument for German vi...

The question "Is it OK to be white?" has been raised in various contexts, sparking debates and controversies. Originating from online forums like 4Chan, the ...

"Married Life" by David Fogel is a disturbing novel set in interwar Vienna where a group of Jewish friends gather at a café, highlighting the tension of Euro...

A Jewish author reflects on his childhood love for collecting baseball cards with a Catholic friend, initially indifferent to players' Jewish background but ...

A bipartisan group of eight Congressmen, four Republicans, and four Democrats, sent a letter to UN ambassador Nikki Haley questioning her stance on Hamas aft...

"You Don't Have to Live Like This" by Benjamin Markovits is critiqued as a mediocre novel that fails to deliver on its potential. The book is described as la...

Malerie Marder, a renowned artist, reflects on her late father, Dr. Victor Marder, a prominent physician, during a poignant moment with a friend in Los Angel...

A father, originally an immigrant, recounts a narrative involving car damage, online purchase of a car door, and a potentially risky encounter to buy it in a...

Literary critic Adam Kirsch delves into Tractate Makkot of the Talmud, exploring the punishment of conspiring witnesses, who give false testimony to cheat ot...

Tel Aviv has been recognized as the world's vegan capital, with over 400 vegan and vegan-friendly eateries catering to its 300,000 vegans. The number of vega...