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In 1965, an episode of 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' titled "Bupkis" introduced a wider audience to a playful side of Yiddish culture. Rob, the character played b...

Yuval Raphael's second-place performance at Eurovision captivated audiences with its poignant symbolism and emotional depth. Her song, "New Day Will Rise," i...

Tzeela Gez, a 33-year-old mother devoted to aiding others in coping with anxiety, was tragically killed in a terrorist attack in the West Bank, leaving behin...

The latest baby name trends for 2024 reveal a sustained popularity of biblical names among boys, with favorites like Noah, Elijah, and Theodore leading the l...

Joan Rivers' legacy shines in "A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute," showcasing her extensive archive of 70,000 jokes, lovingly preserved and shared by stars like ...

Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut, "Eleanor the Great," showcases her deep connection to her Jewish heritage and Holocaust history. Her journey began in...

Ada Karmi-Melamede, an influential Israeli architect, and her profound legacy are explored in the documentary 'Ada: My Mother the Architect,' directed by her...

Asaf (Sefael) Mishiyev, a Mountain Jew from Azerbaijan, will represent the country at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest with his band, Mamagama. This marks a ...

Natalie Portman is set to portray the Jewish scientist Rosalind Franklin in a new film directed by Tom Hooper, based on the stage play 'Photograph 51' by Ann...

Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier, has returned home after 584 days held captive by Hamas in Gaza. Despite the initial belief that he wasn't alive,...

Liev Schreiber, a Jewish actor known for roles in 'Ray Donovan' and 'A Small Light,' recently expressed his pride for his 16-year-old trans daughter, Kai. As...

Daci Platt's article explores amusing and often unfounded myths that Jewish parents tell their children about what Jews supposedly do or don't do. Compiling ...

Celebrating the profound bond between mother and child, '10 Beautiful Jewish Songs About Motherhood' explores a diverse array of musical tributes to maternal...

An upcoming tribute show, "Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute," celebrates the legacy of Jewish comedian Joan Rivers, featuring iconic comedians and ...

Paul Rudd once worked as a DJ for bar and bat mitzvahs during his acting school days, using his skills to entertain young crowds with hit tunes of the late 8...

Gal Gadot is returning to the big screen as a Holocaust survivor in the upcoming film Ruin, a gritty post-WWII drama where her character collaborates with an...

Barbra Streisand's upcoming album, "The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two," promises to be an exciting collection of duets with a mix of music legends, in...

Mother's Day is around the corner, and Jewish moms might appreciate a thoughtful basket filled with treats and a card filled with genuine compliments. These ...

"Bad Boy," a gripping new Israeli drama now on Netflix, intertwines the tale of stand-up comedian Daniel Chen's turbulent youth with compelling narratives of...

May 2025 is set to be an exciting month for Jewish TV enthusiasts, with a variety of shows highlighting Jewish talent and stories. Key releases include "Bad ...

On Israel's recent Independence Day and Memorial Day, released Israeli hostages found poignant ways to observe the holidays, while reflecting on those still ...

On Israel's 77th Independence Day, Netta Barzilai, the Eurovision 2018 winner, delivered a poignant cover of "Chai," originally performed by Ofra Haza at Eur...

Sasson Gabay, the renowned Israeli actor, offered insights into his role in the third season of the spy thriller 'Tehran,' where he plays an Iranian Jew work...

In the wake of the tumultuous events of October 7, 2024, a song originally titled 'Tamid Ohev Oti' has unexpectedly emerged as an anthem of hope and resilien...

The role of art in Jewish life is long-standing, spanning from religious artifact creation in historical periods to participation in international art moveme...

Mark Feuerstein is set to reprise his role as Dr. Henry Hank Lawson in a sequel to the iconic show 'Royal Pains.' The new NBC show, still untitled, will see ...

Israeli show 'Bad Boy', featuring themes of juvenile detention and troubled teens, is set to premiere on Netflix in May. Created by Ron Leshem, known for the...

"Bau, Artist at War" is a new film starring Emile Hirsch, portraying the life of Holocaust survivor and Israeli artist Joseph Bau. Known for his multi-facete...

Kugel, the prequel to the celebrated Israeli series Shtisel, offers viewers a new perspective on two familiar characters, Nuchem and Libbi Shtisel, set in th...

Georgia Hunter's novel, originally a personal exploration of her Holocaust-surviving grandfather's past, became the acclaimed novel and TV show "We Were the ...

Alli Thresher, director of digital content for PJ Library, shares the creation journey of a new podcast aimed at representing diverse Jewish stories, particu...

Prominent celebrities including Jennifer Garner, Josh Peck, and Billy Porter participated in a poignant photoshoot with Holocaust survivors, aimed at keeping...

Alicia Silverstone is set to reprise her iconic role as Cher Horowitz in a new Peacock series based on the 1995 classic film "Clueless," now confirmed by Amy...

Mélanie Laurent, a celebrated French Jewish actress known for her role in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds," joins the cast of "Fauda" for its upcom...

"Kugel," a prequel to the praised Israeli series "Shtisel," brings back Sasson Gabay in his iconic role as Nuchem Shtisel. The show offers a deeper explorati...

Rachel Seelig reflects on the complex emotions tied to her children's multilingual upbringing in Germany. For Seelig, German carries the weight of family his...

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro shares his reflections on celebrating Passover in the governor's mansion just before it was set on fire by an arsonist opp...

Broadway's Jewish stars gathered for a unique Passover seder at the Marlene Meyerson JCC in Manhattan, organized by Howie Tilkin, a stage manager for the mus...

Revisiting Shari Lewis' 1996 PBS Passover special, the article argues for its excellence as a children's holiday program. Featuring beloved puppets like Lamb...

Hank Azaria, known for his iconic Simpsons voices and acting roles, combines his Jewish heritage with his passion for Bruce Springsteen by singing the Passov...

Phil Rosenthal, known for creating 'Everybody Loves Raymond' and hosting 'Somebody Feed Phil,' recently overcame his aversion to matzah, a traditional Passov...

Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen of Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles delivers a standout Passover parody with "Matzah Balls," a playful take on Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball." ...

In a heartfelt addition to the traditional Passover seder, many Jews included a lemon on their plates this year, following the poignant call from Rachel Gold...

Ofra Haza, the iconic Israeli singer, played a significant role in "The Prince of Egypt," providing the authentic and emotive voice of Yocheved in the film's...

Rabbi Yael Buechler humorously critiques the various non-food Passover merchandise available this season, emphasizing their mismatched depictions and amusing...

A talented 5th grader from Maryland, Naomi Lanman, has caught the attention of the Jewish media with her impressive Passover song parody. Her creative twist ...

Laurie Einstein Koszuta recounts a transformative Passover experience when a chance encounter with a fellow shopper, Marilyn, led to an unexpected and meanin...

"Mid-Century Modern," a new sitcom by Max Mutchnick and David Kohan, the Jewish creators behind "Will & Grace," brings a warmly Jewish and queer perspective ...

In a touching tribute to Ariel Bibas, a young boy remembered for his love of butterflies and Batman, a species of orange butterfly commonly seen in Jerusalem...

For those finding themselves with little time to prepare for Passover, a number of online vendors like Goldbelly offer last-minute seder meal options deliver...