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Herman Wouk recounts how encountering historian Raul Hilberg and his work "The Destruction of the European Jews" shaped his writing of novels like "The Winds...

Actress Maya Rudolph will be featured in a PBS documentary tracing the ancestry of pop culture personalities, focusing on her African American roots and Jewi...

Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish new year for trees, traditionally observed on the 15th of Shvat, is a celebration that includes consuming fruits and nuts, like almond...

The article discusses the link between whiskey production, feminism, and the Talmudic tractate of Sotah in the context of Tu B'Shvat. It highlights how whisk...

Gad Elmaleh, a Moroccan-Jewish-French comedian, is making a name for himself in English-language stand-up comedy, incorporating aspects of Sephardic Jewish c...

Rep. Steve Israel, a prominent Democratic Congressman from Long Island, has announced his decision to retire from Congress after eight terms. Although he pla...

This article explores the enduring significance and art exhibitions of Coney Island, detailing its cultural metamorphosis from a prominent seaside resort to ...

In celebration of Woody Allen's 80th birthday, various outlets have created rankings of his movies, showcasing different perspectives on his filmography. The...

The Evangelical Church in Germany, consisting of Lutheran, Reformed, and United churches, has officially distanced itself from the anti-Semitic views of its ...

The documentary 'The Day Hitler Died', premiering on the Smithsonian Channel, revives long-lost filmed interviews with 22 individuals who spent Hitler's fina...

Hedy Lamarr, the Jewish actress and inventor, was celebrated in a Google Doodle for her 101st birthday on November 9. Born in Vienna, Lamarr made a scandalou...

The article discusses the stage production of "The Rothschilds & Sons" by Sheldon Harnick, Jerry Bock, and Sherman Yellen, focusing on the story of the Roths...

Mahmoud Abbas assured Dutch Jews that he does not intend to cancel the Oslo Accords or demand the absorption of millions of Palestinians by Israel. He emphas...

Julie R. Enszer reflects on the Sheva Berakhot, or Seven Blessings, recited during Jewish wedding ceremonies, through the lens of same-sex marriage and her p...

Comedian Nathan Fielder created Summit Ice, an outerwear company, to promote Holocaust awareness after discovering that a previous jacket he wore paid tribut...

Ruth Messinger, known as the "Jewish Madonna of human rights," has played a significant role in mobilizing the American Jewish community through the American...

In his memoir "The Courage to Act: A Memoir of a Crisis and Its Aftermath," former Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke reflects on his experiences growing ...

A New York state Supreme Court judge has allowed the Yom Kippur ritual of kapparot to proceed by ruling that there is insufficient evidence to prove it is a ...

Five Rosh Hashanah-themed music videos are highlighted to enhance the High Holiday spirit. The list includes a variety of covers and original songs, such as ...

Michael Dorfman recounts his experiences in Gaza during his time in Israel, highlighting the vibrant and hospitable atmosphere of the region before its curre...

Vice Media's docu-series "Hip Hop In The Holy Land" explores the diverse and often underrepresented voices in Israeli and Palestinian hip hop culture. Hosted...

Leo Frank, a Jewish man from Atlanta, was wrongfully convicted of the rape and murder of a 13-year-old girl in 1913 amidst anti-Semitic and anti-Northern sen...

An article from Vanity Fair in 2015 suggested that Donald Trump's ex-wife, Ivana Trump, mentioned that he kept a book of Adolf Hitler's speeches, "My New Ord...

The article reflects on the 10-year anniversary of the Israeli disengagement from Gaza and the emotional impact it had on different sectors of Israeli societ...

The author reflects on his changing perception of Woody Allen, noting a shift from the filmmaker's once-revered status to current cultural criticism. He reco...

Tibor Rubin, a Hungarian Jew and Holocaust survivor, endured horrors at Mauthausen concentration camp before immigrating to the U.S. where he enlisted in the...

Holocaust survivor and Schindler's List producer Branko Lustig, aged 83, is donating his Oscar statuette to Yad Vashem, the Holocaust memorial and museum in ...

Michael Oren, former Israeli ambassador to Washington, has sparked controversy by accusing Barack Obama of undermining the U.S.-Israel alliance and speculati...

Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) is a decentralized organization with autonomous chapters on college campuses, funded by small university grants and k...

The article discusses the challenges reporters for Jewish publications face when questioning interviewees about their Jewish identity. It delves into the con...

Rabbi Barry Freundel, a prominent Washington rabbi, was sentenced to 6-1/2 years in prison after pleading guilty to 52 misdemeanor counts of voyeurism for se...

Sheldon Adelson, a Jewish casino tycoon and major political donor, is now the proud owner of a painting by former U.S. President George W. Bush, known for hi...

Letty and Bert Pogrebin, a Jewish couple living on Manhattan's Upper West Side since 1970, share insights into their daily life, household division of chores...

Seventy years after the liberation of the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, descendants of survivors gathered to share their memories and emphasize the impor...

William Shatner, known for his role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek, aims to use Kickstarter to raise $30 billion for a project involving building a water pipel...

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Jewish National Fund (JNF) honoring Dr. Charles Stanley, an anti-gay evangelical pastor, highlighting t...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. caused controversy by likening mandatory vaccines to a Holocaust, specifically referencing autism in children as a result. Kennedy late...

Michael Solomonov is transforming the availability of sophisticated Israeli cuisine in the United States through his acclaimed Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav...

The article discusses the complex relationship between Palestinian and Israeli security forces, highlighting the ongoing coordination despite political tensi...

The 29th Annual Purim Ball at the Jewish Museum was a lively event attended by over 700 guests, raising $2 million. Notable honorees included Eugene and Emil...

The article discusses the author's decision to pay $120 to see the Canadian prog/hard rock band Rush in concert, possibly for the last time, despite the high...

The legal battle over Oskar Schindler's suitcase, containing valuable documents including his famous lists of Jewish workers saved during the Holocaust, has ...

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the renowned sex therapist, provides six Valentine's Day tips for various scenarios. For singles feeling lonely, she advises making plan...

Jon Stewart, the iconic host of Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" known for his sharp satire on politics and media, announced his departure from the show aft...

Yeshiva University faced a financial crisis exacerbated by its money-losing medical school, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, draining $90 million from it...

Artist Alexsandro Palombo sparked controversy with his series of drawings depicting 'The Simpsons' as famished inmates of Auschwitz, using Nazi Holocaust ima...

Swastikas and the word "Hitler" were found graffitied at the former Mauthausen concentration camp, now a museum and memorial. The graffiti, done with a felt ...

The article discusses a list of 10 movies suitable for International Holocaust Remembrance Day, excluding some well-known choices like "The Diary of Anne Fra...

Ayn Rand, known for her staunch individualism and capitalist philosophy, demonstrated these values even in personal interactions with her family, as evidence...

The article discusses a vibrant and flavorful winter slaw recipe shared by the author's friend Judy, referred to as the "Slaw Queen." The slaw features beets...