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The 1924 Johnson-Reed Act, signed by President Calvin Coolidge, set quotas on immigrants' countries of origin and excluded Asians, impacting Jewish migration...

Alex Edelman's comedy special "Just For Us" which is now premiering on HBO and Max, delves into Jewish identity, assimilation, and the challenges of fitting ...

Over 150 Jewish creatives, including notable figures like Elliot Gould, Joaquin Phoenix, and Ilana Glazer, have rallied in support of director Jonathan Glaze...

Germany recently unveiled a new design for its national soccer team jerseys by Adidas, which inadvertently made the number 44 appear similar to the Nazi SS s...

Columbia University suspended four students for organizing an event called Resistance 101 where speakers praised Hamas and other terror groups. The universit...

The author reflects on their decades-long experience witnessing anti-Israel sentiment in literary circles and specifically within the National Book Critics C...

Bradley Tusk, a political strategist and corporate fixer, pays tribute to his Jewish heritage through P&T Knitwear, a unique NYC-centric bookstore in the Low...

This article highlights 10 new haggadahs for 2024 that cater to a range of themes and audiences, including a focus on Zionism, American patriotism, and moder...

Following the tragic killing of seven aid workers from World Central Kitchen during the conflict, two Israeli military officers were dismissed for errors tha...

Howard Kohr, the CEO of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) for nearly 30 years, has led the organization to significant influence in Washin...

Antisemitic incidents in New York City saw a significant rise in March with 43 reported cases, doubling from February's 17 incidents and marking the highest ...

Jewish volunteers at Rikers Island, NYC's largest jail, lead prayer services and connect with inmates like Howard Padilla, who found solace and mental health...

Pro-Palestinian activists claimed success in New York's Democratic primary by urging voters to submit blank ballots in protest against President Joe Biden's ...

President Joe Biden informed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that U.S. policy towards Israel's conflict with Hamas in Gaza hinges on Israel's actions to en...

The recent Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers in Gaza, including staff from World Central Kitchen, has prompted Israeli leaders to express deep reg...

Pitzer College's decision to no longer pre-approve its students to study abroad at Haifa University sparked debate about the influence of BDS activists. Whil...

Nick Rubins became the first Jewish high sheriff of Nottinghamshire, an ancient office known from the legends of Robin Hood, and was sworn in at his local sy...

The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) has acknowledged its past endorsements of Nazi medical practices and slow response to Nazi Germany's antisemitic a...

Germany will be redesigning the numbers on its national soccer jerseys by Adidas after public outcry over the stylized number 44 resembling the Nazi SS light...

Ira Sheskin, a renowned American Jewish demographer, developed a technique using 29 distinctive Jewish last names to identify Jewish populations in surveys, ...

President Joe Biden expressed outrage and heartbreak over an Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers in Gaza, criticizing Israel for not adequately prot...

The text reflects on the legacy of Joe Lieberman, showcasing how his life embodied integrity and principle, drawing parallels from a Talmudic story about Rab...

A pro-Palestinian protest campaign in Wisconsin's Democratic primary garnered over 47,000 uninstructed votes, surpassing its goal of 20,000 votes. This campa...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli President Isaac Herzog have each added letters to a Torah scroll dedicated to peace for their countries. I...

The New York Times' 2024 list of 100 Best Restaurants in NYC features an Israeli falafel joint called Falafel Tanami in Brooklyn known for its flavorful fala...

Esther Coopersmith, a prominent Washington hostess and diplomat, passed away at the age of 94. She played a role in fostering peace between Egypt and Israel ...

Chef Jose Andres, founder of World Central Kitchen, is calling on Israel and the Jewish people to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza following the death...

A recent survey conducted by Hillel International revealed that the majority of Jewish parents of high school juniors and seniors have altered their children...

Israeli strike that resulted in the killing of seven aid workers in Gaza has spurred varied reactions among American Jewish organizations. While some groups ...

A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that most Americans, including almost 90% of American Jews, believe that antisemitism has increa...

Netflix's new series, Testament: The Story of Moses, has emerged as a popular show, featuring a retelling of the Exodus story with commentary from religious ...

The Biden administration expressed outrage over an Israeli drone strike that killed seven aid workers from the World Central Kitchen in Gaza, calling for bet...

A children's event called Tot Shabbat for Ceasefire, organized by Jews for Racial and Economic Justice, took place in Brooklyn's Fort Greene Park, blending J...

In Teaneck, New Jersey, a predominantly Jewish community faced a pro-Palestinian protest targeting a fundraiser for the Israeli nonprofit ZAKA, known for dig...

Sammys Roumanian Steakhouse, a beloved Lower East Side institution known for its traditional Ashkenazi cuisine and old-school ambiance, is set to reopen with...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged that Israel's military was responsible for a strike that killed seven World Central Kitchen humanitari...

The White House has raised concerns after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to shut down Al Jazeera's offices in Israel through a new...

Bert Pogrebin, a renowned attorney and partner to feminist icon Letty Cottin Pogrebin, passed away at 89. Known for their symbiotic marriage and political in...

Two Philadelphia-area Conservative synagogues, Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El and Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, were recently vandalized with antisemitic and ant...

Following the vandalism incident where a red swastika was painted on the banner of a suburban Philadelphia synagogue, the author recounts reassuring her youn...

On the Schmuckboys podcast, Libby Amber Walker and Marla Friedson share their passion for helping Jews date within their community, tackling topics like Jewi...

Kehillah Jewish High School in Palo Alto, California, known for its multicultural approach, is expanding its student recruitment to mainland China due to dif...

Michigan Congressman Tim Walberg faced criticism after suggesting that Israel should handle Gaza swiftly akin to Nagasaki and Hiroshima, clarifying he wasn't...

Maurice El Medioni, a renowned Algerian Jewish pianist, passed away at 95, leaving behind a rich musical legacy that bridged Jewish and Muslim communities. B...

Jewish teens voiced concerns about the lack of representation and authentic portrayal of Jewish characters in popular media, outside of Holocaust-based narra...

Modern Orthodox and traditional teen girls are increasingly finding ways to participate in prayer services while adhering to Jewish law, seeking more inclusi...

Senator Jeff Merkley invoked Easter to criticize Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's actions in Gaza, calling for cutting arms shipments to Israel and increas...

Protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government and calls for securing the release of hostages held in Gaza have escalated in Israel,...

Jennifer Baum reflects on growing up Jewish on the Upper West Side in a Mitchell-Lama building, which offered middle-income housing in NYC from the 1950s unt...

The ongoing debate in Israel revolves around whether haredi Orthodox Jews should be conscripted into the Israeli army, as they are currently exempted to stud...