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0 Education Culture

The matchmaking service with a difference

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Dec 2024

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 Culture Holidays

Chrismukkah: As Defined by a Jew Who Celebrates

Sienna Drew in Moment · 9 Dec 2024

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 2024

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.

0 Politics Ethics

The EU Is Beset by Pesky Notions of Free Speech

Paul du Quenoy in Tablet · 9 Dec 2024

A recent crackdown on free speech in Germany highlights the tension between free speech and state control within the European administrative landscape.

0 Music Communities

Despite growing antisemitism, unity and dialogue headline emotional German-Jewish music festival

In Germany in Jewish Chronicle · 6 Dec 2024

The International Days of Jewish Music Festival in Germany fosters unity and dialogue amid rising antisemitism.

0 Politics Israel

Opinion | Netanyahu vs. the “Deep State”

Eetta Prince-Gibson in Moment · 4 Dec 2024

Israeli politics are currently embroiled in two major controversies, overshadowing even significant international concerns.

0 Culture Ethics

Why Not Let the Leaning Tower Collapse review: ‘big questions on history and morality’

Jewish Chronicle · 29 Nov 2024

Daniel Snowman's new collection of essays, "Why Not Let the Leaning Tower Collapse?", explores the intersections of history, culture, and morality.

0 Antisemitism Education

Ottawa's school board censured a trustee after antisemitism complaint—but stopped short of suspension

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 28 Nov 2024

A censure was issued against Donna Blackburn, an Ottawa-Carleton District School Board trustee, after her alleged antisemitic remarks, following a complaint by trustee Dr. Nili Kaplan-Myrth.

0 Literature Culture

We Are Stories

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet · 27 Nov 2024

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and storytelling.

0 Literature Culture

We Are Stories

Eduardo Halfon in Tablet · 27 Nov 2024

In his poignant acceptance speech for the Berman Literature Prize, Jewish Guatemalan writer Eduardo Halfon reflects on the profound impact of tradition and storytelling.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Jews Are Being Told to Hide in Berlin. Again.

Josef Joffe in The Free Press · 26 Nov 2024

Amidst rising antisemitic incidents in Berlin, Jewish residents face warnings from police to remain low-profile for their safety.

0 Holocaust Education

Sussex University awarded five-year grant to study impact of AI on Holocaust distortion and denial

Jewish Chronicle · 26 Nov 2024

Sussex University has received a significant five-year grant, funded by the Alfred Landecker Foundation, to establish the Landecker Digital Memory Lab.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Growing Threat of 'Anti-Zionist' Violence

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 25 Nov 2024

Joshua Hoffman examines the conflation of anti-Zionism with acts of violence against Jews, challenging the narrative that opposes Israel without antisemitic implications.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Irwin Cotler responds to Iran’s assassination attempt on his life: ‘This has to serve as a wake-up call’

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Nov 2024

Irwin Cotler, a prominent Canadian human rights advocate, has been under constant police protection following threats from Iranian agents due to his criticism of Iran's transnational interference and repression.

0 Antisemitism Holocaust

Ursula Haverbeck, infamous German Holocaust denier known as ‘Nazi grandma,’ dies at 96

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 22 Nov 2024

Ursula Haverbeck, known as the 'Nazi grandma,' was a prominent German Holocaust denier who passed away at 96 while awaiting her latest prison term.

0 Culture Communities

Arthur Frommer, ‘wandering Jew’ who launched a travel guide empire, dies at 95

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 20 Nov 2024

Arthur Frommer, the visionary behind the popular travel guidebook series, passed away at 95.

0 Communities History

Jewish Life Stories: Ed Koch’s sister dies on her own terms

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 20 Nov 2024

Reflecting on lives that have impacted Jewish communities globally, this article memorializes Pat Koch Thaler, Charles Fishman, Yiannis Boutaris, Frank Auerbach, and Kenneth Bronstein.

0 Philosophy Jewish Law

Facets of Emuna & Authorship of Midrashim

Jewish History Uncensored · 20 Nov 2024

Emuna, a central concept in Jewish belief, must be used wisely and not lead to blind adherence or confusion, as seen in both religious and political realms.

0 Politics Sports

Fearing Amsterdam-style violence, Paris police deploy en masse to France-Israel soccer match

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 14 Nov 2024

Following violent attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam, French authorities have deployed extensive security for a France-Israel soccer match at the Stade de France.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Hunting Jews and Restoring the Military

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 13 Nov 2024

The episode discusses the alarming rise of antisemitic incidents in Amsterdam and the United States, examining how societal and governmental factors have enabled such acts.

0 Holocaust Communities

My survivor parents taught me to loathe Germany. Was I ready to forgive?

Stewart Florsheim in JTA · 13 Nov 2024

Stewart Florsheim reflects on his complex journey of reconciling with Germany, a country connected to his family's Holocaust trauma.

0 Antisemitism Jewish Law

Why this Canadian Catholic leader is rallying Christians to stand up against antisemitism

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 13 Nov 2024

Rev. Dr. Andrew Bennett, a Catholic leader in Ottawa, has successfully rallied over 700 Christian faith leaders across Canada to sign the Canadian Christian Declaration Against Antisemitism, spotlighting their commitment to combat anti-Jewish hate crimes.

0 Antisemitism Sports

Dangerous Games

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Nov 2024

Recent violent attacks on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam highlight a disturbing rise in anti-Israel sentiment across European cities.

0 Philosophy Culture

In his new memoir, Michael Coren recounts his life, from Jewish cabbie's son to Anglican priest

TMDS in Not That Kind of Rabbi · 7 Nov 2024

Michael Coren, once a bombastic right-wing media personality, shares his spiritual journey from being born to a Jewish cab driver's son in England, converting through various Christian denominations, and eventually becoming an Anglican priest.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What Donald Trump’s second term means for American Jews—and for Canada

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 7 Nov 2024

Donald Trump clinches a second presidential term, raising critical discussions around his impact on American Jews, Israel, and Canada.

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