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The Age of the Wendigo
30 Mar
Set in a speculative near-future, Katherine Dee's narrative explores the rapid escalation of public judgment in the age of digital media, spotlighting a fict...
30 Mar
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Feminism’s Jewish Problem
30 Mar
Nicole Lampert discusses Phyllis Chesler's observations on the fracture within modern feminism over Zionism and antisemitism. Chesler, a veteran feminist act...
30 Mar
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Daughter of the Nile
30 Mar
Judith Miller recounts a lunch meeting with a 92-year-old woman living in Switzerland under an assumed name, reflective of her origins in a country she left ...
30 Mar
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Are We There Yet?
29 Mar
Alana Newhouse discusses the overwhelming frequency of extraordinary events in today's world, which may lead to alarmist or defeatist attitudes. She criticiz...
29 Mar
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Why They Lie About ‘Jewish Terrorists’
29 Mar
Liel Leibovitz critically examines claims of rising Jewish terrorism by analyzing recent reports of violence in the West Bank, suggesting they are often exag...
29 Mar
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APRIL 2026
29 Mar
Tablet Magazine's editorial piece offers a perceptive forecast into developments anticipated in April 2026, potentially touching on current affairs, cultural...
29 Mar
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Reading for Pleasure
27 Mar
Brian Cullman's essay collection, "How to Prepare for the Past: Travels in Music and Time," offers vivid and precise depictions of mid-20th-century New York ...
27 Mar
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Pram Anxiety
26 Mar
Sheila Yasmin Marikar reflects on the anxiety surrounding the decision to have children as a writer, articulating the fear that it could hinder her career pr...
26 Mar
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The Free Speech of Fools
26 Mar
The article by Jacob Siegel explores the decline of the contemporary free speech movement over the past decade. It chronicles how initially ideologically-dri...
26 Mar
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The Greatest Jewish Television Show Ever Made
26 Mar
"Northern Exposure," a unique show from the early '90s, captures the complexity of Jewish identity through its main character, Joel Fleischman, a Jewish doct...
26 Mar
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The Rise of Family-Size Influencers
25 Mar
The article delves into the rise of family-size influencers, focusing on Karla Bradley, the force behind The Bradley Bunch Instagram account. Known for her v...
25 Mar
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America Isn’t Built for a Big Family
25 Mar
Bethany S. Mandel reflects on the unique challenges of raising a large family in contemporary America, citing the relentless nature of household chores like ...
25 Mar
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The Internet New Wave
25 Mar
Tzvi explores the unsettling allure of Conner O'Malley's short film "Slugs," a striking example of the burgeoning "internet new wave" film movement. This ava...
25 Mar
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October
24 Mar
In Adam Eilath's poignant piece, an Israeli educator recently retired from teaching civics is called upon by the Ministry of Education to navigate the comple...
24 Mar
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Who’s the Boss?
24 Mar
Lee Smith's article critiques the dynamics within the Trump administration related to its foreign policy on Iran and the influence of individuals like Joe Ke...
24 Mar
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The Shrinking Jewish American Family
24 Mar
The article explores the dynamics and implications of decreasing family sizes within the Jewish American community, highlighting personal reflections and cul...
24 Mar
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Suicide by Timidity
23 Mar
Irwin Mansdorf critiques the prevalent notion of 'no imminent threat' in the context of military decisions regarding Iran, arguing that this phrase sedates n...
23 Mar
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In Memoriam
23 Mar
David Mikics explores the decline of Hollywood as a creative industry, likening it to the bygone era of Renaissance painting. Despite the survival of iconic ...
23 Mar
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Brazil’s Flip-Flop War
20 Mar
In this piece, Martín Sivak explores the cultural and economic impact of Havaianas, Brazil's iconic flip-flop brand, against the backdrop of a boycott that a...
20 Mar
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Anya Rubin’s Motherboard
20 Mar
Anya Rubin, an artist with a multifaceted cultural background, explores the digital realm through her innovative art that bridges technology and nature. Her ...
20 Mar
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Coastal Grotesque
20 Mar
Adam Lehrer reflects on his first encounter with Bret Easton Ellis's novel "Less Than Zero," discovered unexpectedly at a Borders bookstore during his youth....
20 Mar
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Gatsby and the Jewish Question
19 Mar
David Samuels' piece examines the impact of 'The Great Gatsby' and 'The Sun Also Rises,' both published within a year of each other, and their lasting influe...
19 Mar
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Ersatz Israel
19 Mar
Daniel Miller's article explores the symbolic and political displacement of Israel in global narratives, particularly through the lens of Palestinianism. He ...
19 Mar
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Fantasia
18 Mar
Leslie Epstein's narrative, "Fantasia," weaves a richly imaginative tale centered around a character named A.S., who ruminates on fate and divine interventio...
18 Mar
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Funny Numbers
18 Mar
Frederick Kaufman's piece humorously contrasts the current digital age with medieval Europe's transformation into a complex society driven by measurement inn...
18 Mar
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Mining for Faith
17 Mar
The story of Holy Gems, a unique gemstone mining company in Israel, is rooted in faith, legacy, and a remarkable tale of discovery tied to religious prophecy...
17 Mar
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A Murder Brings the Left One Step Closer to Power in France
17 Mar
Marc Weitzmann explores the turbulent and contentious political landscape in France, focusing on the rise of the far-left and far-right extremism in Lyon, Fr...
17 Mar
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The Sad Clowns of Hollywood
17 Mar
Liel Leibovitz explores the rise of modern clowning in Los Angeles as a fresh alternative to traditional improv comedy. Unlike the quick quips of improv, clo...
17 Mar
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The Goldsmiths
16 Mar
Armin Rosen's article paints a vivid picture of the luxurious ambiance and historical charm within the 5 Hertford Street Club in London's Mayfair. Through de...
16 Mar
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The School My Grandfather Built Was Bombed in Amsterdam
16 Mar
Pini Dunner reflects on the recent bombing outside the Cheider school in Amsterdam, a school founded by his grandfather Uri Yehuda Adje Cohen. Uri, a Holocau...
16 Mar
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18 Questions: Modi
13 Mar
Comedian Modi Rosenfeld, known simply as Modi, brings his sharp observational humor to the forefront in his 2024 stand-up special. Identifying himself as the...
13 Mar
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Hollywood R.I.P.
12 Mar
David Mikics' article laments the symbolic demise of Hollywood as the epicenter of entertainment, overtaken by digital advancements and shifts in cultural pr...
12 Mar
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Uncovering the Hoax of the Century: Jacob Siegel on The Information State
10 Mar
Jacob Siegel, in a discussion with Liel Leibovitz, delves into the notion of information control in modern society, building from his seminal 2023 Tablet ess...
10 Mar
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Missiles Over Levinsky
10 Mar
The article explores the everyday experiences of Iranian Israelis living in Tel Aviv during the tumultuous period of missile exchanges between Iran and Israe...
10 Mar
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Jews on Film
6 Mar
Bill Aron is a photographer whose work captures Jewish life with warmth and human stories, documented over the course of 50 years and exhibited in a retrospe...
6 Mar
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Who Wants This War?
5 Mar
Lee Smith examines the contentious dynamics within the Republican Party and among its key figures over Donald Trump's aggressive Iran policy. With polls show...
5 Mar
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Israel’s Unfinished Business in Lebanon
4 Mar
Recent developments have seen Israel renewing its military operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, an Iranian proxy deemed a persistent threat. Fol...
4 Mar
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MARCH 2026
3 Mar
A brief overview titled "March 2026" from Tablet Magazine editors provides insights into potential developments and challenges anticipated in the Jewish worl...
3 Mar
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‘Di Grasso,’ a Short Story by Isaac Babel
3 Mar
Isaac Babel's short story, "Di Grasso," captures the evocative atmosphere of early 20th-century Odessa through the eyes of a young theater ticket scalper. As...
3 Mar
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This Purim, Let Go
2 Mar
Purim's contrasting nature to the rest of Jewish life places it as a unique and spiritually powerful day, echoing a profound lesson of surrender and humility...
2 Mar
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Why Trump Bombed Iran
2 Mar
In a detailed analysis, Park MacDougald discusses the joint U.S.-Israel airstrike on Iran ordered by President Donald Trump, which resulted in the death of I...
2 Mar
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The Iran Endgame
2 Mar
Tony Badran critiques President Donald Trump's decision to launch military operations against Iran, highlighting uncertainties around the outcome. Despite Tr...
2 Mar
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Tablet on Iran: The End of an Era
1 Mar
Tablet Magazine offers an exclusive video for its subscribers focused on the significant geopolitical developments in Iran, potentially marking the end of an...
1 Mar
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How the Jews Became That ‘Certain People’
27 Feb
Jeffrey Salkin explores the deep historical roots and continuous perception of Jewish difference as both a source of tension and resilience. Beginning with t...
27 Feb
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Israel’s New Theology of Power
27 Feb
The article "Israel's New Theology of Power" by Aviad Hacohen explores the integration of religious Zionism into the structure and leadership of the IDF, mar...
27 Feb
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Paper Dragon
26 Feb
Henry Gao critically examines narratives surrounding China's alleged success in global trade, challenging the notion that China is outpacing the United State...
26 Feb
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A Blood Libel at Penn
26 Feb
The article by Abraham Wyner examines a controversial event at the University of Pennsylvania focused on the genocide accusations against Israel. It critique...
26 Feb
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The Wims of Political Cinema
26 Feb
Film director Wim Wenders' remark that filmmakers should avoid politics and focus on art has sparked debate in the global film community, particularly follow...
26 Feb
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The Searchlight
25 Feb
Marco Roth reflects on the concept of exile and its impact on personal identity, using Erich Auerbach's "Mimesis" as a point of departure. Auerbach wrote his...
25 Feb
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Roko’s Basilisk
24 Feb
Rationalism, a Silicon Valley-born ideology focused on extreme logical reasoning, has given rise to controversial groups amidst AI's rapid advancements. The ...
24 Feb