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The editorial discusses the storming of the U.S. Capitol by right-wing protesters, incited by President Trump and fueled by antisemitic conspiracies. The aut...

As photos and videos of the insurrection at the Capitol emerged, it became clear that well-known antisemites and their symbols were present. Some of the extr...

Far-right protesters breached the U.S. Capitol building during the joint session of Congress to certify President-elect Joe Biden's victory. The protests wer...

Jon Ossoff, a 33-year-old documentary film producer, is on the verge of potentially winning a U.S. Senate seat, which would have significant implications in ...

The article by PJ Grisar discusses Donald Trump's limited use of Yiddish, particularly focusing on his preference for vulgar and phallocentric terms such as ...

The Israeli TV series "Valley of Tears" has sparked a national conversation about the Yom Kippur War and the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PT...

The announcement of a third Wonder Woman film starring Gal Gadot and directed by Patty Jenkins comes amid social media backlash concerning Gadot's past suppo...

The financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is causing Jewish families in the United States to cut synagogue dues from their budgets. Congregations are see...

In this personal essay, Carly Pildis reflects on the feelings of loneliness and alienation that many Jews experience during the Christmas season. She discuss...

The author reflects on how her celebration of Christmas as a child, despite being Jewish, gradually lost its appeal as she grew older. She explains that her ...

A Muslim-American leader, Salam Al-Marayati, was disinvited from a panel of civil-rights giants organized by progressive Jewish groups after he published an ...

Experts believe that President-elect Joe Biden should respond to the rising antisemitism of the past four years by using his platform to push back against di...

Morocco's agreement to normalize relations with Israel has been seen by some as a prize for its recognition of American sovereignty over Western Sahara. The ...

Hallmark's attempt at creating Hanukkah-themed movies reveals a complex relationship between Jewish and Christian holiday narratives. The movies like "Double...

Israel and Morocco have announced the establishment of full diplomatic relations, becoming the fourth Arab state to normalize ties with Israel in the past fo...

"Puppy for Hanukkah," the popular Hanukkah song by Daveed Diggs, was not only intended to be a catchy tune but also aimed to promote Jewish inclusivity. The ...

Hamilton star Daveed Diggs has released a new Hanukkah song called "Puppy for Hanukkah" that captures the excitement and disappointments of the holiday. The ...

A new bilingual edition of Kadya Molodowsky's Yiddish children's poetry, titled "Through an Endless Stretch of Land," has been published in Sweden. The colle...

In Zhanna Slor's defense of Ron Howard's film adaptation of "Hillbilly Elegy," she explores how the film resonates with Jewish themes, particularly the impor...

This article discusses the complicated legacy of Woody Allen, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding the allegations of sexual misconduct against him. T...

Oren Cass, a pro-union conservative, is part of a growing group seeking to redefine conservatism by emphasizing the importance of a strong labor market to su...

Antony Blinken, President-elect Joe Biden's pick for Secretary of State, has a notable Yiddish writer in his lineage. His great-grandfather, Meir Blinken (al...

The Trump administration's State Department plans to defund international non-profit organizations that support the boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) ...

The author discusses the significance of round challahs, particularly during the High Holidays. While the usual braided challah shape has symbolism related t...

In an opinion piece, historian Michael Brenner examines the complexities of comparing Donald Trump's actions to those of the Nazis, following CNN anchor Chri...

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has pledged to improve conditions for Jewish and pro-Israel students on campus after a federal complaint alleg...

Rob Eshman reflects on his experience as a rabbi's husband, offering insights and advice to Doug Emhoff, husband of Kamala Harris. Eshman parallels the novel...

"The Meaning of Hitler," a documentary by Petra Epperlein and Michael Tucker, seeks to explore Adolf Hitler's significance but ultimately falls short of its ...

Alec Baldwin is leaving his talk show, "Here's the Thing," on WNYC and moving to iHeartRadio due to a disagreement over Woody Allen. Baldwin, a longtime frie...

Eli Steele, a Black, deaf, and Jewish filmmaker, challenges societal norms in his work, including his latest film "What Killed Michael Brown" which investiga...

"Valley of Tears," an Israeli-American coproduction, is the most substantial treatment of the Yom Kippur War committed to film. The ambitious 10-part drama s...

President Trump, often criticized for divisive rhetoric, surprisingly gained support among minorities in the 2020 election, securing significant votes from B...

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, the former chief rabbi of the United Kingdom, has passed away at the age of 72 after battling cancer. As a leading exponent of Ort...

Joe Biden, the current presidential candidate, is notable for having Jewish relatives through his children's marriages. Hunter Biden, his son, first married ...

The article discusses how the recent election challenged the notion that race is the primary factor determining political beliefs and voting patterns. It hig...

In this editorial, Jodi Rudoren emphasizes the importance of empathy and unity in the midst of political polarization and division, urging against gloating a...

The Viennese Jewish community was placed on lockdown after a shooting spree near the main synagogue in Vienna that killed at least four people and injured 15...

A shooting near the Seitenstettengasse synagogue in Vienna has resulted in at least one fatality and multiple injuries. The attack, which involved shots fire...

In her article, Stacey Dorenfeld discusses California's Proposition 14 as a significant stride in stem cell research, likening its importance to Judaism's co...

President Trump's four years in office have been marked by significant events such as the coronavirus pandemic, economic downturn, impeachment, and controver...

Cecilia Chiang, the renowned chef and owner of The Mandarin restaurant in San Francisco, was a prominent figure in the city's culinary scene from 1961 until ...

Jeremy Corbyn, former leader of Britain's Labour Party, has been suspended from the party following a report by the Equality and Human Rights Commission, whi...

In this letter to the editor, the author criticizes the publication of an anonymous essay titled "Why I am Risking a $15,000 fine by hosting a yeshiva in our...

In anticipation of potential civil unrest surrounding the upcoming election, residents of Beverly Hills are feeling anxious and are taking measures to ensure...

"The Simpsons" upcoming Treehouse of Horror special includes a reference to President Trump's statement that Jewish people who vote Democrat are disloyal to ...

Shlomo Sulayman, Israel's oldest man at 117 years old, passed away, leaving behind a dwindling generation with firsthand knowledge of Jewish life in Yemen. K...

The author reflects on the comfort and joy that stuffed cabbage brings to her during the holiday season, particularly during Sukkot. She emphasizes the impor...

During the 2020 Vice Presidential Debate, a fly landing on Mike Pence's head led to comparisons with a Talmudic tale involving the Emperor Titus. In the Talm...

The 20th anniversary of the second intifada, marked on September 29th, prompted reflections on its lasting impact. The intifada, characterized by suicide bom...

The article discusses celebrating Sukkot in a year filled with uncertainty, drawing parallels between the current state of affairs and the holiday's themes o...