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0 Politics Education

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 17 Mar

Peter Beinart discusses the contentious redefinition of Jewish identity within the American Jewish community, highlighting issues around support for Israel as a criterion for being considered Jewish by establishment organizations like the Anti-Defamation League.

0 Israel Politics

Unlike most countries, Israel thrives amid chaos.

Future of Jewish · 16 Mar

Ira Slomowitz's essay reflects on the ideas of Nassim Taleb's book "Antifragile," discussing how Israel personifies antifragility amidst chaos and adversity.

0 Ethics Antisemitism

Jews who don’t fight back don’t survive.

EKB in Future of Jewish · 13 Mar

The essay reflects on the enduring antisemitism confronting Jews today and draws parallels with historical narratives such as the story of Purim.

0 Politics Israel

The Biggest Lie About Israel That Too Many People Believe

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 12 Mar

Joshua Hoffman challenges the widespread slogan that suggests peace on Israel's so-called "stolen land" is impossible, arguing that it is based on a flawed understanding of history and sovereignty.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Antisemitic terror plot in Australia was fake and staged by a crime boss, police say

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 12 Mar

In a stunning revelation, New South Wales police in Australia disclosed that what initially seemed to be a significant antisemitic terror plot was actually a hoax perpetrated by a crime boss to influence his prosecution.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Antisemitic terror plot in Australia was fake and staged by a crime boss, police say

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 12 Mar

In a stunning revelation, New South Wales police in Australia disclosed that what initially seemed to be a significant antisemitic terror plot was actually a hoax perpetrated by a crime boss to influence his prosecution.

0 Communities Education

Entwine Trips Infuse Adventure with Tikkun Olam

Avi Dresner in Hadassah · 11 Mar

Entwine, an initiative of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), offers young Jews the opportunity to combine adventure and tikkun olam through subsidized leadership and global service trips to countries like Ukraine, India, and Cuba.

0 Culture Food

Eyal Shani, Israeli celebrity chef, opens a wine bar in New York City

Rachel Ringler in JTA · 10 Mar

Eyal Shani, an Israeli celebrity chef renowned for his global restaurant empire, has opened Shmon Wine Bar in New York City, marking his debut in the beverage scene.

0 Antisemitism Politics

“Next Time We’ll Come First,” Says AfD Leader

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 6 Mar

The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured a significant position in Germany's elections, marking a troubling trend towards normalization of extremist politics reminiscent of Europe's wartime history.

0 Antisemitism Politics

“Next Time We’ll Come First,” Says AfD Leader

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 6 Mar

The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured a significant position in Germany's elections, marking a troubling trend towards normalization of extremist politics reminiscent of Europe's wartime history.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Belgium’s Jews Are Thinking of Moving Where?

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 6 Mar

In a dispatch from the front lines of antisemitism, Sharon S. Nazarian reports on the rising antisemitic sentiments affecting Jewish communities worldwide, highlighting a striking revelation concerning Belgian Jews considering relocation to Hungary or Poland instead of traditional havens like Israel or the United States.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Belgium’s Jews Are Thinking of Moving Where?

Sharon S. Nazarian in Moment · 6 Mar

In a dispatch from the front lines of antisemitism, Sharon S. Nazarian reports on the rising antisemitic sentiments affecting Jewish communities worldwide, highlighting a striking revelation concerning Belgian Jews considering relocation to Hungary or Poland instead of traditional havens like Israel or the United States.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

You Asked, Rabbi Ulman Answered

Nomi Kaltmann in Lehrhaus · 5 Mar

Nomi Kaltmann reviews "MiLishkat HaDarom," a collection of rabbinic questions and answers by Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, Senior Dayan of the Sydney Beth Din and a well-regarded authority on Jewish family law.

0 Politics History

JFK and Charles De Gaulle knew something Trump can't fathom

Larry Cohler-Esses in Forward · 1 Mar

Larry Cohler-Esses reflects on a transformative experience in Belgium following the 9/11 attacks, which highlights the distinction between transactional and relational international politics.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Next Time We’ll Come First,” Says AfD Leader

Moment in Moment · 28 Feb

In the wake of Germany's national election results, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, known for its extreme views, including antisemitism and Holocaust trivialization, has emerged as a significant political force, coming in second for the first time since World War II.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Next Time We’ll Come First,” Says AfD Leader

Moment in Moment · 28 Feb

In the wake of Germany's national election results, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, known for its extreme views, including antisemitism and Holocaust trivialization, has emerged as a significant political force, coming in second for the first time since World War II.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Next Time We’ll Come First,” Says AfD Leader

Moment in Moment · 28 Feb

In the wake of Germany's national election results, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, known for its extreme views, including antisemitism and Holocaust trivialization, has emerged as a significant political force, coming in second for the first time since World War II.

0 Communities Ethics

This Israeli hostage's message is powerful.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 28 Feb

Yarden Bibas, a father whose family was tragically abducted and killed by Hamas, delivered a poignant eulogy that underscored personal responsibility amidst collective grief.

0 Gender/Identity Literature

New Books Spotlight the Jewish Female Heroes We Need

Sandee Brawarsky in Hadassah · 27 Feb

Four recent books spotlight the remarkable achievements of Jewish women, essential reading for inspiring young Jewish girls and celebrating female leadership and resilience.

0 Television/Film Politics

Celebrities in Pins: Political Statement or Mere Performance?

Megan Naftali in Moment · 27 Feb

Amidst the 2025 awards season, celebrities don yellow and red pins signifying support for Israeli hostages and a cease-fire in Gaza, respectively.

0 Television/Film Culture

What Matters Now to critic Jordan Hoffman: 5 films for Jews to follow at the Oscars

What Matters Now · 27 Feb

Film critic Jordan Hoffman discusses five Oscar-nominated films with Jewish or Israeli themes, amid a backdrop of ongoing conflict and controversy.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Australian nurse charged over viral video threatening Israeli patients

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 26 Feb

An Australian nurse, Sarah Abu Lebdeh, has been arrested and charged after a viral video depicted her and a colleague threatening Israeli patients and boasting about refusing treatment.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Of course Hamas butchered the Bibas boys.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 22 Feb

In a detailed and impassioned analysis, Joshua Hoffman reflects on the brutal murder of Israeli children Ariel and Kfir Bibas by Hamas, examining the broader context of radical Islamist ideology.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

A Brooklyn venue celebrates the gender-bending legacy of Barbra Streisand’s ‘Yentl’

Elizabeth Karpen in JTA · 21 Feb

Barbra Streisand's iconic film "Yentl," which explores themes of gender fluidity and Jewish identity, continues to resonate within modern Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Being Jewish is not for sissies.

Joanne Fedler in Future of Jewish · 21 Feb

Joanne Fedler's essay on contemporary antisemitism highlights the challenges faced by Jews worldwide, particularly in Australia, against the backdrop of recent events.

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