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Jewish Chronicle Women mentors backed off until I got the big C 8 Mar
The author reflects on her journey seeking female mentors in academia, describing encounters with unhelpful responses from professors and feeling discouraged...
8 Mar
Jewish Chronicle Review, High and Low: ‘I’m not convinced Galliano’s mea culpa is entirely sincere’ 7 Mar
The documentary "High and Low" explores the rise and fall of fashion designer John Galliano, focusing on his antisemitic outburst in a Paris bar which led to...
7 Mar
Jewish Chronicle Discover Jewish Tuscany – finding heritage hidden in the timeless hills 6 Mar
The article explores a family's stay at Borgo Pignano, a luxurious hotel in Tuscany, as they delve into the region's Jewish history. The hotel's setting in a...
6 Mar
Jewish Chronicle ‘Normally I’d have bought her a Mother’s Day card, some chocolates and flowers’ 6 Mar
The author reflects on past Mother's Days when they would shower their late mother with cards, chocolates, and flowers, a tradition now altered by their moth...
6 Mar
Jewish Chronicle What made the ‘geriatric starlet’ Iris Apfel so special? 6 Mar
Iris Apfel, a geriatric starlet and style icon, gained fame in 2005 with a Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art exhibition showcasing her eclectic outfits and a...
6 Mar
Jewish Chronicle Podcast review: Baddiel and Warsi try to teach us to be nice 6 Mar
In the podcast "A Jew and a Muslim Go There," David Baddiel and Baroness Sayeeda Warsi engage in open dialogue to showcase how to have civil conversations de...
6 Mar
Jewish Chronicle How I connected with my inner German self 5 Mar
After obtaining a German passport following Brexit, a British Jew reflects on her connection to her late father's German heritage. Attempting to embrace her ...
5 Mar
Jewish Chronicle ‘Being Jewish is a gift for a novelist’ 1 Mar
Novelist Amanda Craig discusses the complexities of her Jewish identity, reflecting on her upbringing as an atheist with Jewish roots and the realization of ...
1 Mar
Jewish Chronicle Once upon a time in the West – an Arizona road trip to Tombstone 29 Feb
The article describes a road trip through southern Arizona, focusing on the Wild West experience and historical sites. Starting in Tucson, the journey includ...
29 Feb
Jewish Chronicle How I told my family’s history through the words of early Zionists 28 Feb
Rachel Cockerell's debut book "Melting Point" delves into her family's history intertwined with the largely forgotten episode of the Galveston Movement, wher...
28 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Angela Kiverstein rounds up good books for kids 27 Feb
Angela Kiverstein recommends several engaging books for young readers. "Pirate Academy: New Kid on Deck" by Justin Somper is a swashbuckling tale set in a sc...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle How Jewish music helped me find my voice again 27 Feb
The author recounts how Jewish music, inspired by their mother's German cultural background and classical influences, helped them navigate personal struggles...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle How to give yourself a decent ‘drenching’ 27 Feb
Fashion in Spring 2024 is all about color drenching, where outfits are styled from neckline to hemline in a single vibrant hue for a bold statement. Popular ...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle The Counterfeit Countess, book review: The Jew who saved thousands of Poles by posing as a Catholic 27 Feb
"The Counterfeit Countess" recounts the remarkable story of Janina Mehlberg, a Jewish mathematician who impersonated a Polish countess to save over 10,000 ma...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle How I’m rolling back the years 27 Feb
The author discusses how heated rollers, a classic hair tool often underestimated in favor of modern gadgets and salon treatments, have become a valuable tim...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Yascha Mounk is showing the way out of today’s culture wars 27 Feb
Yascha Mounk, in his book "The Identity Trap," discusses the challenges of identity politics, particularly its impact on antisemitism and the Jewish communit...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Are the kids all right? Abigail Shrier says you should stop asking them 27 Feb
Abigail Shrier, known for her controversial book on teenage transgenderism, now delves into the topic of child therapy in her new book "Bad Therapy: Why the ...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Are we the guinea pig generation of working mums? 27 Feb
The author reflects on the challenges faced by working mothers of her generation, highlighting how the expectations of career success did not account for the...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Fun, but fairly pointless Rocky Horror wannabee 27 Feb
"Lisa Frankenstein" is a film directed by Zelda Williams featuring a 1980s loner schoolgirl who befriends a deceased pianist that comes back to life in a cem...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Nachtland review: Is that a Hitler in the attic? 27 Feb
The play "Nachtland" explores the discovery of a painting signed by A. Hitler in a German family's attic, leading to complex dynamics and moral dilemmas amon...
27 Feb
Jewish Chronicle One Day review: Dexter is basically a Jewish prince in disguise 26 Feb
"One Day" on Netflix offers a fresh take on the familiar love story trope with its compelling characters and nostalgia factor. Despite the main focus being o...
26 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Fervour by Toby Lloyd, review: An infuriatingly flawed debut novel 23 Feb
Toby Lloyd's debut novel "Fervour" delves into a North London Jewish family's complex dynamics, blending Orthodox tradition with an appreciation for the arts...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Wicked Little Letters review: A filthfest that’s too smug for its own good 23 Feb
"Wicked Little Letters" is a period comedy film set in the 1920s that revolves around a series of anonymous insulting letters received by a pious resident in...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle An Enemy of the People: Question Time makeover for Ibsen’s classic play 23 Feb
Thomas Ostermeier's adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's "An Enemy of the People" at the Duke of Yorks Theatre features Matt Smith as Doctor Thomas Stockman, whose d...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle ‘Why still write? What is there better to do?’ 23 Feb
Frederic Raphael, a 92-year-old prolific writer, reflects on his enduring passion for writing despite his age and life's challenges. His book "Last Post" fea...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Do gilts offer me a safer investment? 23 Feb
For an investor with concerns about stock market volatility and seeking safer investments, gilts can offer a stable option with good returns. Gilts are UK go...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle The Jewish journey equips us to fight this new wave of hate 23 Feb
The rise in antisemitism in the UK since October 7 is concerning, with implicit anti-Jewish attitudes being as damaging as explicit acts of hate. Antisemitis...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Are you the best comedian, Daddy? 23 Feb
The author reflects on the importance of Jewish comedians in shaping their Jewish identity and passing on humor through generations, highlighting comedy as a...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle The £2 million masterpiece lost in a shul cupboard for 15 years 23 Feb
A masterpiece painting by Gustav Bauernfeind, depicting the Western Wall, was discovered in a synagogue cupboard in the US after being stored for 15 years an...
23 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Meet the Jewish man with 37 children 22 Feb
Peter Ellenstein, a Jewish theatre director and producer from LA, discovered he had 37 children after a daughter tracked him down as a sperm donor from the l...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Glorious People by Sasha Salzmann, review: An in-depth study of friendship and family relations across two generations 22 Feb
"Glorious People" by Sasha Salzmann is a novel that delves into the themes of friendship and family relationships over two generations amidst the backdrop of...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle How the Beatles got by with some help from their little-known Jewish friends 22 Feb
The Beatles' success was not only influenced by their talent but also by the support of Jewish figures in their lives and careers. Brian Epstein, the band's ...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Shoshana: ‘It’s not even-handed when it comes to depicting Jewish victims of violence’ 22 Feb
"Shoshana," a film by director Michael Winterbottom, delves into the complexities of Jewish politics in British Mandate Palestine during the 1930s, through t...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Jewish films to watch in 2024, from Shoshana to Amy Winehouse biopic Back to Black 22 Feb
In 2024, Jewish-themed films are making a significant impact, with a variety of genres capturing attention. Films like "The Zone of Interest" by Jonathan Gla...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Living la dolce vita in Ticino – Switzerland’s most unusual canton 22 Feb
The text describes a journey through Ticino, Switzerland's sunny and Italian-speaking canton, highlighting the scenic route taken by the writer. Starting fro...
22 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Tropical Passover in the Dominican Republic 20 Feb
The Dominican Republic offers more than just beautiful beaches, with a rich history dating back to Christopher Columbus's first landing in 1492 and a diverse...
20 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Picture-perfect Paris at Passover 20 Feb
Paris is an ideal destination for Passover with its vibrant Jewish community and abundance of kosher options. Chabad branches, including Chabad Champs Elyses...
20 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Celebrate Passover in Lisbon to discover Portugal's Jewish history 20 Feb
Portugal holds a rich Jewish history worth exploring, especially during Passover in Lisbon, a city filled with Jewish heritage. From the memorial at Largo de...
20 Feb
Jewish Chronicle A once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity – the best Passover holidays 19 Feb
This Passover, the timing of the holiday offers a rare opportunity for a family vacation without inflated prices. Destinations like St. Lucia, Canada's Whist...
19 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Dance review: Four new works ‘New talent, new challenges’ 16 Feb
As part of the Royal Ballet's Festival of New Choreography at the Royal Opera House, four young choreographers presented innovative works challenging the tra...
16 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Japanese skincare will help you blossom in spring 15 Feb
Japanese skincare has been a significant influence in the beauty industry, with the rise of J-Beauty akin to the K-Beauty trend. Japan's unique approach to s...
15 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Our guide to the best skiwear 15 Feb
Specialist brands like Moncler, Saloman, and Stella McCartney for Adidas dominate the serious ski-wear market, offering trendy and pricey options. Designer f...
15 Feb
Jewish Chronicle The new luxury ski break – a transformed Tignes 15 Feb
Tignes, a popular ski resort, has undergone a significant transformation, now offering luxurious accommodations, high-end dining options, and a variety of ac...
15 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Inside the new show exploding myths about Cable Street 15 Feb
"Cable Street" is a new musical showcasing the Battle of Cable Street, where Jews and others stood against Oswald Mosley's fascists in 1936. The show follows...
15 Feb
Jewish Chronicle My visit to the set of the upcoming TV series of The Tattooist of Auschwitz 14 Feb
A journalist visited the set of the upcoming TV series based on the book "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" in Slovakia, drawn by the powerful story of Lali Sokolo...
14 Feb
Jewish Chronicle My aunt the Blitz heroine 14 Feb
Joan Myers, a Jewish woman from North London, served in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force during World War II as an operations room plotter at the RAF Station ...
14 Feb
Jewish Chronicle What Yanky Shapiro of Unorthodox did next 14 Feb
Amit Rahav, known for his role as Yanky Shapiro in Unorthodox, has been busy filming the upcoming Hulu series We Were The Lucky Ones, where he portrays Jakob...
14 Feb
Jewish Chronicle These books about hate are already out of date 8 Feb
The books "The Rebirth of Antisemitism in the 21st Century" and "Mapping the New Left Antisemitism" discuss the resurgence of antisemitism in the modern era,...
8 Feb
Jewish Chronicle The first Jewish children's book printed in braille shows the way forward 8 Feb
Green Bean publisher Michael Leventhal has released what could be the first Jewish children's book in braille featuring a blind protagonist, "This is My Shab...
8 Feb
Jewish Chronicle Dispatches from Amsterdam 8 Feb
Renowned British director Steve McQueen's new film set in Amsterdam, inspired by the book "Atlas of an Occupied City," explores the Nazi occupation of Amster...
8 Feb