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0 History Politics

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article explores the unique position of Israel as a postcolonial state that has thrived amidst challenges since its founding.

0 Politics Culture

Silenced Voices // When trimming fat, one needs a steak knife, not a chainsaw

Ami Magazine in Ami · 2 Apr

The article discusses President Trump's executive order to dismantle the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which manages independent news services like Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Europe.

0 Politics Language

Love Trump or hate him, all Jews should object to his appropriation of ‘Shalom’

Sarah Bunin Benor in JTA · 14 Mar

Sarah Bunin Benor critiques Donald Trump's misuse of the Hebrew word "shalom," traditionally a greeting meaning peace, to signal aggression or dominance in political contexts.

0 Music Culture

‘Darkness will fade,’ Yuval Raphael sings in Israel’s Eurovision entry, ‘New Day Will Rise’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 10 Mar

Israel's 2025 Eurovision Song Contest entry, "New Day Will Rise," sung by Yuval Raphael, draws on themes of perseverance and hope.

0 Antisemitism Education

Antisemitism is out of control in academia.

Andrew Pessin in Future of Jewish · 22 Feb

Andrew Pessin, a professor at Connecticut College, warns of escalating antisemitism within academic settings, particularly focusing on events at his own institution.

0 Music Culture

The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 13 Feb

Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultural narrative.

0 Music Culture

The Jewish music teacher representing a Muslim-majority country at Eurovision

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 13 Feb

Asaf Mishiev, a Jewish singer from Azerbaijan, is set to represent the Muslim-majority country at the Eurovision Song Contest, embodying a unique cross-cultural narrative.

0 Politics Ethics

Investing firm to stop assessing human rights risk in ‘contiguous territorial disputes’ after scrutiny from pro-Israel groups

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 7 Jan

Morningstar, a firm known for advice on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, has chosen to cease evaluating human rights risks related to contiguous territorial disputes, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, after facing significant pressure from pro-Israel groups.

0 Culture Holidays

Christmukkah is old news. This year, try merging Hanukkah with an ancient Persian holiday

Rob Eshman in Forward · 24 Dec 2024

Erev Yalda offers a novel cultural fusion by blending Hanukkah with the ancient Persian holiday Yalda, celebrated during the winter solstice.

0 Television/Film Culture

Netflix’s ‘Mary’ Stars Israeli Actors Noa Cohen and Ido Tako

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 6 Dec 2024

Netflix's new film "Mary," directed by D.J. Caruso, features Israeli actors Noa Cohen and Ido Tako in the lead roles.

0 Politics Israel

Why Is Turkey Harboring Hamas?

Jacob Forman in Moment · 26 Nov 2024

Turkey's collaboration with Hamas, despite its NATO membership, raises questions about its relationship with the West and Israel.

0 Politics Science

Crisis: The Climate and National Security

Tel Aviv Review · 25 Nov 2024

Galit Cohen discusses the strategic implications of the climate crisis on national security, emphasizing the challenges in supply chain disruptions and the need for collaborative efforts with neighboring countries.

0 Politics Israel

Is the 'Trump effect' preventing Iran from attacking Israel?

Haaretz Weekly · 19 Nov 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's engagement with Russia for a ceasefire involving Hezbollah is criticized due to Russia's close ties with Iran.

0 Language Culture

Jewish Languages from Bukhori to Juhuri

Renee Ghert-Zand in Forward · 29 May 2013

Renee Ghert-Zand's article highlights the efforts of the Endangered Language Alliance (ELA) in preserving various Jewish languages, such as Juhuri, Bukhori, and Judeo-Median, which have Persian connections and are now endangered.

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