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She was teenage runaway, a German rock star and Berlin leading lady — now she’s playing Leonard Bernstein

PJ Grisar in Forward · 13 Mar 2025

Helen Schneider, an American-born, German-based artist, is portraying Leonard Bernstein in Peter Danish's new play "Last Call," premiering Off-Broadway.

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Knitting legend Rose Girone, world’s oldest Holocaust survivor, dies at 113

Lisa Keys in JTA · 24 Feb 2025

Rose Girone, a Holocaust survivor and prominent figure in New York's knitting community, passed away at the age of 113.

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Registration now open for the Yiddish summer program in Paris

Forverts Staff in Forward · 28 Jan 2025

The Maison de la Culture Yiddish in Paris has opened applications for their summer program, which runs from July 7 to 25, offering a robust exploration of Yiddish language and culture.

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In ‘Midas Man,’ a by-the-numbers tribute to the fifth Beatle

PJ Grisar in Forward · 15 Jan 2025

"Midas Man," a film featured at the New York Jewish Film Festival, presents a by-the-numbers portrayal of Beatles manager Brian Epstein.

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The Last Generation of Holocaust Survivors

Hilary Danailova in Hadassah · 31 Dec 2024

As the last generation of Holocaust survivors, mostly in their 80s and 90s, reflects on their wartime experiences and life as American Jews, common themes emerge: displacement, hiding, and lingering memories of antisemitism.

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Our Favorite Conversations of 2024

Tikvah · 27 Dec 2024

2024 was a pivotal year for Jewish life, marked by Israel's military feats against regional threats and significant discussions on Jewish identity and survival.

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Moment’s 2024 Books Gift Guide

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment · 26 Dec 2024

Selecting the perfect book as a gift can open up new conversations and connections, and Amy E. Schwartz's "Moments 2024 Books Gift Guide" provides a curated selection of literary offerings for 2024, including historical fiction, memoirs, and historical analysis.

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Jewish Studies Unscrolled: Hostages and Nathan Hanover’s The Abyss of Despair, with Adam Teller

Unorthodox · 26 Dec 2024

Adam Teller discusses Nathan Hanover's "The Abyss of Despair" and the Jewish community's efforts to ransom captives during the Chmelnitski Revolt.

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Jewish Studies Unscrolled: Hostages and Nathan Hanover’s The Abyss of Despair, with Adam Teller

Unorthodox · 26 Dec 2024

Historian Adam Teller unravels Nathan Hanover's 17th-century text, The Abyss of Despair, detailing the Jewish experience during the Chmelnitski Revolt and the resilient ransom networks established across Europe and the Middle East.

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Germany was sorry after WWII, but not about Nazism.

Kyle Orton in Future of Jewish · 14 Dec 2024

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

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The Israeli flag is more popular than you’d think

Jewish Chronicle · 4 Dec 2024

In a personal narrative, the author reflects on unexpected support for Israel within the UK, exploring perceptions among different demographics toward the Israeli flag.

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The “Violence, Here & There” Edition

Promised Podcast · 14 Nov 2024

In this episode, the hosts discuss recent Israeli military actions in northern Gaza, examining the implications and ethics of these operations amid accusations of ethnic cleansing.

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Everything you need to know about Anne Frank

Forward · 25 Jun 2020

The article explores the enduring legacy and profound impact of Anne Frank, highlighting her life, her diary, and her tragic fate during the Holocaust.

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Opinion | How Did Ashkenazi Jews End Up With Famous Non-Jewish Last Names?

Forward · 12 Dec 2018

Exploring the origins of surnames among Ashkenazi Jews, the article reveals that these names, often shared with non-Jews, do not necessarily indicate past conversions to Judaism.

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Making a Mockery of Hitler’s Mockery of Degenerate Art

Forward · 29 Apr 2014

Anna Goldenberg reflects on the emotional complexity of viewing Nazi-approved art at the Neue Galerie's exhibition of 'Degenerate Art.'

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Soviet Jewry Activist Jacob Birnbaum Dies at 87

Pini Dunner in Tablet · 10 Apr 2014

Jacob Birnbaum, the founder of the Student Struggle for Soviet Jewry (SSSJ), passed away at 87, leaving behind a lasting legacy of grassroots activism.

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The Assassination of R.B. Kitaj

Forward · 19 Jan 2013

R.B. Kitaj's retrospective titled "Obsessions" at the Jewish Museum in Berlin presents over 130 of his works, offering a profound look into Kitaj's Jewish themes and identity, showcasing his art as a blend of Diasporism and Jewish existentialism.

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