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Photographer Roman Vishniac's iconic images of prewar European Jews mainly featured men and boys, shaping the Orthodox Jewish imagery. Contemporary photograp...

Shaul Magid, a prominent scholar of Hasidism and Jewish thought, shares his personal journey from a secular Long Island upbringing to embracing religious Zio...

Barbra Streisand's memoir "My Name Is Barbra" delves into her lifelong pursuit of creative control, showcasing her dominance over albums, films, and concerts...

"Curb Your Enthusiasm," created by Larry David, concluded its 12-season run, prompting reflection on its impact on Jewish comedy. Contrasting with "Seinfeld,...

David Koker, a young Jewish poet and translator, along with his family, arrived at Kamp Vught concentration camp in the Netherlands in 1943, where he kept a ...

Rachel Gordan explores the post-World War II era when Jewish writers used popular middlebrow books and articles, such as "Exodus" and "Gentleman's Agreement,...

Noah Feldman's "A Tour Guide for the Perplexed" delves into the historical emergence of Hebrew literature in the nineteenth century designed to guide moderni...

"Jews in Blue" by Adam D. Mendelsohn delves into the lesser-known history of Jewish soldiers in the Union Army during the Civil War. Mendelsohn uncovers the ...

In "A Savannah Poet," author Jason K. Friedman shares his journey of uncovering the intriguing story of Gratz Cohen, the son of a prominent Jewish figure in ...

Kabbalistic literature, with its ancient wisdom, discusses the concept of zimzum, or the diminishment of God, as a key aspect of creation in the eyes of figu...

"Their Crowd" by Daniel Schulman is a detailed history of Jewish financiers in America, focusing on Joseph Seligman and Jacob Schiff. Seligman, an influentia...

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In Rachel Elior's book "The Unknown History of Jewish Women through the Ages," she delves into the exclusion of women from Jewish education and the impact of...

Alfred Nakache, a Jewish competitive swimmer born in Algeria in 1915, rose to fame in the 1930s and 1940s for his prowess in the pool, representing France at...

In the "Letters, Summer 2024" section, David Lobron praises Maya Arad's novella "The Hebrew Teacher," likening it to Vladimir Nabokov's work and highlighting...

This week in Jewish history includes significant events such as Pope Innocent III's declaration in 1205 condemning Jews, Joseph Goldberger's birthday in 1874...

The text discusses the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump and highlights the dangers of political violence regardless of one's views on Trump. It c...

The article highlights a selection of summer reads with unexpected and fascinating stories, ranging from contemporary self-discovery to historical thrillers ...

Marvel has made a controversial decision to erase the Israeli background of the character Sabra, originally a Jewish and Israeli superhero appearing in Marve...

Eylon Levy, fired as the Israeli government's international media spokesperson, has launched the Israeli Citizen Spokespersons' Office to enhance Israel's gl...

Eylon Levy, a former spokesperson for the Israeli government, discusses his new initiative in Canada aimed at informing and rallying support against misinfor...

The column discusses the balancing act of being both a universal and particular funder in the Jewish philanthropic world post-Oct. 7. It emphasizes the impor...

David Horovitz, founding editor of the Times of Israel, discusses his views on current Israeli issues, including the conflict with Hamas, media bias, and the...

The essay delves into the sadistic and Jew-baiting strategies employed by some pro-Palestinian activists, exemplified by Roger Waters' dissemination of false...

North American Jewish leaders visited Kyiv to assess the war's impact on Ukraine's Jewish community and met with President Zelensky. The episode highlights t...

Elana and Yonah Hain explore the challenges of expressing regret and making amends through a reading of Shemot Rabbah, focusing on the episode of Moses nulli...

Argentina has declared Hamas a terrorist organization as a symbolic gesture of support for Israel, following President Javier Mileis' shift away from the cou...

This recipe describes how to make a burrata and tomato salad, suitable for 2-4 people. The salad includes ingredients like pine nuts, tomatoes, cherries, plu...

Dr. Timo Aava explores the non-territorial autonomy granted to minorities in interwar Estonia, highlighting the unique case of Jewish self-government. Throug...

After facing antisemitism controversy post-Oct. 7 Hamas attack, Democrats in Israel, formerly part of Democrats Abroad, have rebranded as American Democrats ...

In the race to replace Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher, three Republican candidates – former state Sen. Roger Roth, state Sen. Andre Jacque, and businessman To...

The article discusses a photograph of a bloodied President Trump post-assassination attempt, portraying his persona and political implications. It challenges...

After an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, Israeli ministers are drawing parallels between threats made against Israeli Prime Minister ...

The text explores the issue of intellectual curiosity within the Jewish community, particularly focusing on a Pew Research poll among American Jews in 2020. ...

Chana provides her reactions to Benjamin Netanyahu's meeting with the Rebbe.

The attempted assassinations of former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif in Gaza highlight geopolitical tensions and dome...

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A video showcasing the making of delicious and decadent cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting.

The text discusses the attempted assassination of former President Trump and the reactions to it, rejecting the idea that Trump's rhetoric incited the violen...

In Portland, Oregon, a rift arose in Jewish philanthropy when the Oregon Food Bank issued a statement criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza during the Israel-...

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The podcast discusses the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, drawing parallels with political violence in past American history. The hosts analyze...

Former President Donald Trump was shot at a rally, leading to discussions referencing the Reichstag fire incident in Nazi Germany. The Reichstag fire in 1933...

In Chapter 9 of "Remember Me," two characters find themselves trapped in a strange house with no means of escape. They try to assess their options, consideri...

In Chapter 8 of "Remember Me," the protagonist, Yair, encounters Shimmy Gruber who interrupts his secretive mission at a house. Yair is frustrated by Shimmy'...

In Chapter 7 of "Remember Me," the protagonist, Yair, is struggling to figure out how to stop some unidentified individuals. When his teacher, Mr. Berg, catc...

The episode discusses the Israeli airstrike targeting Hamas's military leader Mohammed Deif, with security analyst Amos Harel providing insights into its pot...

Ruth Westheimer, known as a Lion of Judah and a prominent sexologist, passed away at 96. Despite facing tragedies as a German Jew during the Holocaust, she f...

In a piece by Rob Eshman, the discussion revolves around the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, drawing parallels to t...

This YouTube video discusses the true motivation behind the West Bank wall despite the presence of gaps allowing thousands of Palestinians to cross daily.