Germany

Elon Musk endorses far-right German party: ‘Only the AfD can save Germany’

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 20 Dec

Elon Musk has sparked controversy by endorsing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, raising concerns about his alignment with extremist ideologies.

0 Politics Leadership

Did Biden’s Infirmities Ruin Liberalism?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 20 Dec

This episode delves into the implications of President Biden's alleged cognitive issues and the effects on liberal political institutions.

0 Gender/Identity Politics

Six Jewish Feminist Highlights of a Tough Year

Helene Meyers in Lilith · 19 Dec

This roundup by Helene Meyers highlights memorable moments in Jewish feminism during a challenging year.

0 Television/Film Culture

Why 'The Brutalist' resonated so deeply with me

Daniel Libeskind in Forward · 19 Dec

Daniel Libeskind discusses the profound impact of Brady Corbet's film "The Brutalist" on him personally.

0 Literature Holocaust

The brilliant German-Jewish poet you have probably never heard of

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

Nelly Sachs, the German-Jewish poet renowned for her poignant representation of Holocaust experiences, is celebrated anew with Andrew Shanks’s translation of her complete works, "Revelation Freshly Erupting."

0 Holidays Antisemitism

How public menorahs became the most recognisable symbol of Chanukah

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

Public menorah lightings have become a hallmark of Chanukah observance, serving both as a means to celebrate Jewish identity and as a reminder of the festival's historical significance.

0 Food Politics

‘Ottolenghi? He’s not Israeli’ Chef Eyal Shani says he’s the man who sold the world on Israeli food

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

Eyal Shani claims to be the driving force behind the global rise of Israeli cuisine, taking credit over better-known figures such as Yotam Ottolenghi.

0 Politics Communities

Ireland’s chilly relations towards Israel turning more hostile

Lianne Kolirin in Jewish Insider · 19 Dec

Tensions between Ireland and Israel have intensified following the outbreak of war, leading Israel to close its embassy in Dublin.

0 Politics Communities

Ireland’s chilly relations towards Israel turning more hostile

Lianne Kolirin in Jewish Insider · 19 Dec

Tensions between Ireland and Israel have intensified following the outbreak of war, leading Israel to close its embassy in Dublin.

0 Art History

Sonia Delaunay: A Force of Nature

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 17 Dec

Sonia Delaunay, born Sarah Stern in 1885, emerged as a pioneering figure in the abstract modern art movement, despite societal barriers faced by women and Jews in early 20th century Europe.

0 Politics Israel

Is Israel squandering a rare chance in Syria?

Haaretz Weekly · 17 Dec

Journalist Gregg Carlstrom argues that Israel is missing a critical opportunity by maintaining aggressive policies in Syria following the Assad regime's collapse, while German journalist Vera Weidenbach highlights the intensified debates surrounding Syrian refugees in Europe.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘The Brutalist,’ the epic new movie getting Oscar buzz, is built from the stories of postwar Jewish architects

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 16 Dec

"The Brutalist," an upcoming film gaining Oscar buzz, spotlights the stories of Jewish postwar architects like Louis Kahn and Marcel Breuer through a fictional character, László Tóth, played by Adrien Brody.

0 Education Culture

The matchmaking service with a difference

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Dec

Avidan Halivni, associate director of the Chicago-based Jewish Learning Collaborative (JLC), is pioneering a novel matchmaking service focused on pairing individuals with suitable Jewish tutors for personalized educational experiences.

0 History Holocaust

Germany was sorry after WWII, but not about Nazism.

Kyle Orton in Future of Jewish · 14 Dec

Kyle Orton's essay explores post-World War II Germany's relationship with Nazism, highlighting how Germans perceived themselves as victims rather than perpetrators.

0 History Holocaust

Germany was sorry after WWII, but not about Nazism.

Kyle Orton in Future of Jewish · 14 Dec

Kyle Orton's essay explores post-World War II Germany's relationship with Nazism, highlighting how Germans perceived themselves as victims rather than perpetrators.

0 History Holocaust

Germany was sorry after WWII, but not about Nazism.

Kyle Orton in Future of Jewish · 14 Dec

Kyle Orton's essay explores post-World War II Germany's relationship with Nazism, highlighting how Germans perceived themselves as victims rather than perpetrators.

0 Television/Film History

‘September 5’ focuses on news, not Jews, in dramatizing 1972 Munich attack on Israeli Olympians

Stephen Silver in JTA · 13 Dec

"September 5" is a new film that revisits the 1972 Munich Olympics tragedy, focusing on the media's role in the live coverage of the abduction and murder of 11 Israeli athletes by the Palestinian terror group Black September.

0 History Literature

Flavius Josephus, Lion Feuchtwanger and the Eternal Struggle with History

Jacob Wirtschafter in Moment · 12 Dec

In exploring the complex legacies of Flavius Josephus and Lion Feuchtwanger, the USC Doheny Memorial Library exhibit delves into themes of survival, compromise, and historical narrative.

0 Culture Holocaust

We Are All Related

Jewdicious · 12 Dec

Author Leah Eichler delves into her family history, reflecting on her Orthodox grandmother’s Holocaust survival story and her own quest to discover more about her roots using DNA testing.

0 Television/Film Politics

Rumours review: Cate Blanchett and Charles Dance in G7 satire

Jewish Chronicle · 11 Dec

The film "Rumours" offers a satirical take on global leadership, featuring Cate Blanchett as German Chancellor Hilde Orlmann hosting a G7 summit disrupted by bizarre events, including zombies and a giant brain.

0 Jewish Law Holocaust

Is Saying Gedolim Made a Mistake, Kefira?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 10 Dec

The article reflects on a controversial Q&A session at an Agudah convention, featuring Rav Uri Deutsch and Torah VoDaath Rosh HaYeshiva, Rabbi Yisroel Reisman.

0 Politics Israel

Deep Dive on Syria

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 10 Dec

Jonathan Schanzer examines the fall of the Assad regime and its implications for Middle Eastern geopolitics, highlighting the complex power dynamics at play.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘A Real Pain,’ ‘The Brutalist’ and ‘Nobody Wants This’ rack up Golden Globe nominations

PJ Grisar in Forward · 9 Dec

The 2025 Golden Globes nominations showcase a diverse array of Jewish talent and narratives, from Jesse Eisenberg's Holocaust-themed 'A Real Pain' to Justin Kuritzkes' 'Challengers' and 'Queer.'

0 Culture Holidays

Chrismukkah: As Defined by a Jew Who Celebrates

Sienna Drew in Moment · 9 Dec

Chrismukkah reflects the blending of Christmas and Hanukkah traditions, often experienced by interfaith families in the U.S. While the term gained popularity through the TV show "The O.C.," the concept traces back to 19th-century German Jews.

0 History Holocaust

Book Review | The Failure of Aryan Physics

Robert Siegel in Moment · 9 Dec

Historian Mark Walker's book, "Hitler's Atomic Bomb," delves into Nazi Germany's nuclear research and the tensions between scientific discovery, fascist ideology, and war.

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