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0 Art Culture

Ever the restless spirit, Tel Aviv-born architect and designer Ron Arad is still reinventing himself and his art

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 16 Jun

Renowned Tel Aviv-born architect and designer Ron Arad, recently appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire, has built a career marked by innovation and social consciousness.

0 Science Culture

The Chosen Seekers

Arye Dworken in Tablet · 16 Jun

Amidst rising conversations about extraterrestrial life, an interesting pattern emerges with a notable number of leading figures in the field being Jewish.

0 Culture Ethics

Reading for Pleasure

The Editors in Tablet · 16 Jun

Helen C. Epstein, in her work "Why Live: How Suicide Becomes an Epidemic," explores the social dimensions of various suicide epidemics across the globe, referencing how modernization and societal disconnection play crucial roles in these tragedies.

0 Politics Israel

Trump-backed Oklahoma congressional candidate supports Israel — and says the Antichrist will be Jewish

JTA · 15 Jun

Jackson Lahmeyer, a pastor from Tulsa, Oklahoma, has gained political prominence with endorsements from high-profile figures like former President Donald Trump.

0 Music Jewish Law

The Jewish Mom Behind Frank Sinatra’s First Big Hit

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 15 Jun

Ruth Lowe, a Canadian Jewish woman, is the hidden force behind Frank Sinatra's first big hit with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, "I'll Never Smile Again."

0 Communities Antisemitism

The power of Small Conversations

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Jun

Debbie Wasserman, new president of the International Council of Jewish Women, emphasizes the importance of grassroots interfaith dialogues in combating religious extremism and antisemitism.

0 Education Leadership

CAJE and Spertus Institute’s Certificate in Israel Leadership offers blueprint for other Jewish communities

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Jun

The CAJE and Spertus Institute's Certificate in Israel Leadership initiative aims to revolutionize Israel education in Jewish day schools by developing leadership skills and enhancing institutional capacities.

0 Antisemitism Israel

The most successful antisemitic ideas are the ones some Jews believe.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 15 Jun

Joshua Hoffman's piece delves into the notion of internalized antisemitism, where Jews adopt biased standards against themselves uniquely applicable to Jewish individuals, their institutions, and the state of Israel.

0 Music Culture

Honey, Tea, and Cough Drops

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 15 Jun

Cindy Scarr explores the challenges faced by Jewish singers when they encounter unexpected voice issues, highlighting stories from well-known performers like Simcha Leiner, Yaakov Shwekey, Mordechai Ben David (MBD), and Avraham Fried.

0 Gender/Identity Leadership

A Jewish nonprofit was training men to prevent sexual abuse. Then the funding disappeared

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 11 Jun

Jewish Women International (JWI), a nonprofit focused on preventing sexual abuse and supporting female victims, has faced severe financial challenges due to the withholding of federal grants by the U.S. Department of Justice.

0 Sports Culture

Meet Matt Turner, the only Jewish player on Team USA in the World Cup

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 11 Jun

Matt Turner stands out as the sole Jewish player on the U.S. squad for the 2026 World Cup, potentially the only Jewish player in the entire tournament.

0 Leadership Jewish Law

Hear Her Voice

chanaweismancopy in Mishpacha · 11 Jun

Michal Horowitz, a Toronto-born teacher of Torah, discovered her calling to educate others despite experiencing severe hearing loss due to an undiagnosed inner-ear virus from her youth.

0 Communities Education

Before the coffee date: New pathways for Jewish engagement

eJewishPhilanthropy · 11 Jun

Jay Solomon, chief advancement officer of Hillel Ontario, reflects on the evolving strategies for Jewish student engagement on campus.

0 Culture Israel

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Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish · 10 Jun

Future of Jewish, led by Joshua Hoffman, is a publication committed to providing deep, nuanced insights into Judaism, Israel, and the broader Jewish world, free from paywalls and ads.

0 Torah Philosophy

5 Things Shlach Teaches Us About Imposter Syndrome

18Forty Staff in 18forty · 10 Jun

The concept of imposter syndrome is explored through the biblical episode of the 12 spies in Parshat Shlach, where fear and self-perception result in severe consequences for the Israelites.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Center Can Hold

Sapir · 10 Jun

The article explores the decline of the political center in the United States, exacerbated by extreme polarization and its implications for American Jews.

0 Politics History

The Illusion of Realism

Sapir · 10 Jun

The article argues against the dichotomy between ideals and realism in American foreign policy, highlighting how this division, popularized by thinkers like Hans Morgenthau and Henry Kissinger, is misleading and dangerous.

0 Politics Communities

Publisher's Note

Sapir · 10 Jun

Reflecting on America's bicentennial, the publisher of Sapir underscores the ongoing challenges that the nation faces, especially as it approaches its 250th birthday.

0 Communities Education

Cybersecurity is community security

eJewishPhilanthropy · 10 Jun

Amid increasing cyber threats exacerbated by advancements in artificial intelligence, Jewish organizations are urged to prioritize their digital security alongside physical protection.

0 Communities Education

Cybersecurity is community security

eJewishPhilanthropy · 10 Jun

Amid increasing cyber threats exacerbated by advancements in artificial intelligence, Jewish organizations are urged to prioritize their digital security alongside physical protection.

0 Politics Israel

France bans Smotrich as 6 countries impose new sanctions over Israeli settler violence

Shira Li Bartov in Forward · 10 Jun

France, alongside five other countries, has imposed sanctions on Israeli groups in response to increasing settler violence in the West Bank.

0 Politics Israel

The New Reality That American Jews Must Be Ready For

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 9 Jun

Joshua Hoffman's article addresses the shifting dynamics surrounding American support for Israel, emphasizing the need for American Jews to adapt to an increasingly unstable political alliance between the United States and Israel.

0 Education Communities

The state of Jewish education: Insights from leaders across the field

eJewishPhilanthropy · 9 Jun

Leaders in Jewish education provide insights on the current state of the field, exploring advancements and challenges across various sectors since the pandemic.

0 Education Communities

The state of Jewish education: Insights from leaders across the field

eJewishPhilanthropy · 9 Jun

Leaders in Jewish education provide insights on the current state of the field, exploring advancements and challenges across various sectors since the pandemic.

0 History Culture

A century-old Jerusalem photo album sparks search for forgotten images of the Western Wall

Deborah Danan in JTA · 9 Jun

The discovery of a century-old photo album in Montreal has ignited a search for forgotten images of Jerusalem’s Western Wall.

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