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The sudden expansion of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government to include Shaul Mofaz and Kadima members has evoked parallels to th...

The author recalls the tragic suicide of their mother on Mother's Day in 1972, and the subsequent emotional journey of avoidance and self-reliance that follo...

In Montreal's Hasidic community, obtaining kosher wine beyond the limited selection at government-owned stores led to an underground network of obtaining and...

The documentary "Inventing Our Life" explores the history and evolution of the kibbutz movement, shedding light on the communal lifestyle and its significanc...

The 2012 election cycle, featuring Mitt Romney and Barack Obama, was outlined as one of the most Jewish elections in American history due to Jewish involveme...

Vladimir Zeev Jabotinsky, the founder of Zionism's Revisionist movement, is often criticized as an influence on Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing policies, cha...

Ka-Tzetnik 135633, the pen name of Yehiel Dinur, is a significant yet controversial figure in Holocaust literature. His work, shocking and often labeled as H...

Philip Levine, a celebrated poet known for portraying the blue-collar experience, reflects on his Jewish identity, ferocity in pursuing poetry, and influence...

The article discusses the significance of counting the Omer, a Jewish practice of counting the 49 days between Passover and Shavuot, particularly in the cont...

Hosted in Beijing, the writer reflects on the complexities of celebrating Passover in a place like China where themes of freedom, oppression, and social just...

Experts are debating whether the United States leaked information to dissuade Israel from attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, with claims that the White Ho...

The text reflects a young woman's experience during Passover, where expectations of the Messiah's arrival were heightened due to world events and family disc...

Analysis of recent reports on Irans nuclear program and potential military actions by Israel and the United States reveals a complex web of perspectives and ...

Israel and Azerbaijan share a strategic relationship based on oil trade and animosity towards Iran, culminating in a recent $1.6 billion defense agreement. S...

Former New Republic editor Peter Beinart spoke at J Street's annual conference, advocating for a Zionist boycott of products from beyond the Green Line and t...

The text explores the culinary tradition of kubbeh, focusing on the experience at Mordoch in Machaneh Yehuda, Jerusalem. The Agai family, known for their han...

The text explores the complexities of Orthodox Jewish culture, particularly focusing on the pressures and expectations surrounding modesty. It delves into th...

This article discusses three Jewish women who are finalists for the National Book Critic Circle's best autobiography award. Mira Bartók's book "The Memory Pa...

U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Jake Kohlman shares his journey of unexpectedly finding a connection to his Jewish heritage through attending Jewish services during Basic ...

Israel recently signed a $1.6 billion arms deal with Azerbaijan, a former Soviet republic strategically located near Iran and known for its ties to Israel am...

The article reflects on Judy Blume's book "Starring Sally J. Freedman as Herself," which tells the story of a young Jewish girl in Miami Beach who fantasizes...

In this whimsical and surreal tale by Leslie Epstein, centenarian Leib Goldkorn recounts an extraordinary night on his 104th birthday in his childhood home i...

Tu B'Shevat, the Jewish New Year for Trees, is a holiday that marks the beginning of spring in Israel. Ways to celebrate include trying new fruits, testing n...

The text is a deeply personal reflection on the author's experience of losing their mother to brain cancer. The author describes their strong bond with their...

Dara Horn explores the legacy of Varian Fry, an American who risked his life to rescue over 2,000 European artists and intellectuals from the Holocaust. Fry,...

The author reflects on his journey of exploring Judaism through relationships with Jewish partners, experiencing Jewish customs, and attending religious serv...

The writer reflects on their journey from being an atheist with a lingering belief in God to facing the paradox after reading Christopher Hitchens' book. The...

The 10th of Tevet commemorates the beginning of the siege of Jerusalem by King Nebuchadnezzar, leading to the eventual destruction of the First Temple and th...

For Jewish individuals, Christmas is often not celebrated as a religious holiday but rather as a time to partake in activities like going to the movies and e...

Two Israeli businessmen, Rony Fuchs and Zeev Frenkiel, got involved in a $100 million financial dispute in Georgia dating back 15 years, involving an energy ...

During the 1970s, American Jewish activists successfully pressured Congress to pass the Jackson-Vanik amendment, linking trade with the Soviet Union to the e...

The text conveys a poignant and personal story about the author's father facing terminal cancer and the decision-making process for treatment options. Despit...

The text highlights nine books published in 2011 recommended for various individuals on your gift list: from Philip Schultz's memoir for parents of kids with...

Hebrew Union College (HUC), the largest religious denomination in American Judaism, has been facing financial challenges in recent years. Some students and o...

Vanessa Davis' latest book, "Make Me a Woman," features comic strips originally seen in Tablet Magazine, while her first collection of diary comics, "Spaniel...

The text provides a list of recommended children's books for different age groups, ranging from picture books for very young readers introducing Yiddish word...

The song "Naci en Alamo" is a lament for the displacement and homelessness experienced by Gypsies in Europe. The song has been sung in many languages and its...

Academic oncologists in Israel who trained in the U.S. cherish the Thanksgiving celebrations they experienced there, prompting a new tradition of "seudat-hod...

The author recounts a family trip to Disneyland Paris with humorous anecdotes and reflections. He describes trying to cheer up his son who was unenthusiastic...

Umberto Eco's novel, "The Prague Cemetery," explores the roots of modern antisemitism and the infamous Protocols of the Elders of Zion through a narrative in...

The author discusses their plans for Thanksgiving, reflecting on their estrangement from their families. They reach out to friends who also have complex fami...

Leslie Epstein's examination of Aharon Appelfeld's approach to writing and memory offers a profound meditation on the interplay between personal history and ...

Glenn Beck received the Louis D. Brandeis Award from the Zionist Organization of America, sparking mixed reactions. The Times Magazine cover for an article o...

The Radical Camera: New York’s Photo League, 1936-1951, showcased at the Jewish Museum, explores the complex relationship between photography, art, and socia...

In the 1930s, Hank Greenberg made waves in baseball as a Jewish athlete, breaking records and winning the 1935 World Series with the Detroit Tigers, showcasi...

Robert Blackwill, along with Walter B. Slocombe, authors of a paper titled "Israel: A Strategic Asset for the United States," argue that the alliance between...

The author reflects on the challenge of finding a place to honor their late mother, who passed away after a battle with cancer. Despite converting to Judaism...

Gilad Sharon's book "Settled" delves into his father Ariel Sharon's impactful role in settlement efforts, particularly in Judea, Samaria, and other crucial a...

Etgar Keret shares his journey of imagining and visiting his mother's homeland of Poland, where she grew up in Warsaw and survived the Holocaust. Despite his...

Born in 1886 in Russian-ruled Poland, David Ben-Gurion played a crucial role in the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, facing numerous challenges ...