Israel

0 Literature History

Unwieldy, unnerving, and a masterpiece — the last great Yiddish novel has arrived

Eugene Stein in Forward · 5 Apr

Chaim Grade's long-awaited novel, "Sons and Daughters," is now available in translation by Rose Waldman after decades of anticipation.

0 Politics History

You’ve been lied to about the West Bank. Here’s the truth.

Dena Tauber in Future of Jewish · 5 Apr

Dena Tauber argues that critiques of Israeli settlements in the West Bank often misrepresent their history and legality.

0 Television/Film Holidays

‘That’s Simchas Torah’: The Jewish Val Kilmer moment you might have missed

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

Val Kilmer, the late Hollywood actor known for roles in films like "Top Gun" and "Batman Forever," also left a subtle mark on Jewish holiday cinema with his role in the 1984 film "Top Secret!"

0 Politics Antisemitism

I co-wrote Biden's antisemitism strategy. Trump is making the threat worse

Alexander Pascal in Forward · 4 Apr

Alexander Pascal critiques former President Donald Trump's approach to combating antisemitism, suggesting it exacerbates the problem rather than resolves it.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The Left's Jewish Cover Story

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 4 Apr

Joshua Hoffman critiques the left-wing political spectrum's inconsistency in supporting Jewish communities and issues.

0 Television/Film Antisemitism

From ‘October 8’ to ‘The Encampments,’ these new documentaries illuminate the post-Oct. 7 American experience

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

A series of new documentaries explore the aftermath of the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, from various perspectives, focusing particularly on its impact in the United States.

0 Antisemitism Communities

Pennsylvania Jewish groups condemn ‘genocide’ slogan on Gisele Fetterman’s charity

Ben Sales in JTA · 4 Apr

A coalition of Jewish groups in Pennsylvania has denounced an act of vandalism targeting Gisele Fetterman's Free Store in Braddock, claiming it unjustly accuses her and her husband, Senator John Fetterman, of genocide.

0 Music Culture

This “APT” Passover Parody Is a Bop

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Apr

The veteran Jewish a cappella group Six13 has returned with a catchy Passover parody set to the tune of a K-pop song by Rosé of Blackpink and Bruno Mars.

0 Television/Film Jewish Law

Why Robby said the Shema on ‘The Pitt’

PJ Grisar in Forward · 4 Apr

The article explores a poignant moment in the popular medical drama, The Pitt, where Dr. Michael Robby Robinavitch, portrayed by Noah Wyle, recites the Shema during an emotional crisis.

0 Politics Communities

Canary Mission’s Newest Funders - Two Jewish American philanthropists supported the group in 2023, including the foundation of a board member of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

Alex Kane in Jewish Currents · 4 Apr

Canary Mission, an organization known for its aggressive tactics against pro-Palestine activists, continues to receive funding from influential Jewish American philanthropists despite its controversial reputation.

0 Politics Culture

The Ben of Ben & Jerry’s is asking Unilever to let his ice cream brand go

Grace Gilson in JTA · 4 Apr

Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, is attempting to buy back the ice cream brand from its parent company, Unilever, following years of conflict over sales in Israeli-occupied territories.

0 Communities Holocaust

Healing from the Trauma of October 7th

Forest Rain in Future of Jewish · 4 Apr

Forest Rain reflects on the profound and layered trauma experienced by Israelis following the October 7th incident, drawing parallels with personal loss and the heroism of Major Dor Zimel.

0 Communities Holocaust

Healing from the Trauma of October 7th

Forest Rain in Future of Jewish · 4 Apr

Forest Rain reflects on the profound and layered trauma experienced by Israelis following the October 7th incident, drawing parallels with personal loss and the heroism of Major Dor Zimel.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Beyond the big tent: Harnessing pluralism to forge Jewish identity

eJewishPhilanthropy · 4 Apr

This piece explores the potential of pluralism to strengthen Jewish identity by fostering deep engagements across different faiths and viewpoints.

0 Politics Israel

Tevi Troy on How Republican Administrations Argue about Israel

Tikvah · 4 Apr

Presidential historian Tevi Troy discusses the complex dynamics within Republican administrations regarding the U.S.-Israel relationship from Eisenhower to Trump.

0 Politics Israel

Tevi Troy on How Republican Administrations Argue about Israel

Tikvah · 4 Apr

Presidential historian Tevi Troy discusses the complex dynamics within Republican administrations regarding the U.S.-Israel relationship from Eisenhower to Trump.

0 Jewish Law Politics

4/5/25 – Shiur 508 – What does “Daas Torah” really mean and does it have anything to do with the WZO Election?

Halacha Headlines · 4 Apr

This episode of Halacha Headlines delves into the complex topic of Daas Torah and its role in guiding Jewish decision-making, particularly concerning participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) election.

0 Jewish Law Politics

4/5/25 – Shiur 508 – What does “Daas Torah” really mean and does it have anything to do with the WZO Election?

Halacha Headlines · 4 Apr

This episode of Halacha Headlines delves into the complex topic of Daas Torah and its role in guiding Jewish decision-making, particularly concerning participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) election.

0 Jewish Law Politics

4/5/25 – Shiur 508 – What does “Daas Torah” really mean and does it have anything to do with the WZO Election?

Halacha Headlines · 4 Apr

This episode of Halacha Headlines delves into the complex topic of Daas Torah and its role in guiding Jewish decision-making, particularly concerning participation in the World Zionist Organization (WZO) election.

0 Politics Israel

Senate rejects Bernie Sanders’ proposal to block some weapons sales to Israel

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

The U.S. Senate decisively rejected a proposal by Senator Bernie Sanders to block an $8.8 billion sale of bombs and other weapons to Israel, with the vote tallying 82-15, entirely along partisan lines.

0 Art History

Sotheby’s to auction earliest known kiddush cup

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

A historic kiddush cup, believed to be the earliest known Jewish artifact from the Middle Ages, will be auctioned by Sothebys this fall.

0 Politics Israel

Trump's new tariffs on Israel are a BDS dream come true

Dany Bahar in Forward · 4 Apr

President Donald Trump's imposition of hefty tariffs on Israeli goods marks a significant economic challenge for Israel, ironically aligning with the aims of the BDS movement.

0 Politics Culture

Conscious Uncoupling

Bonjour Chai · 4 Apr

Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy engage in a final discussion for "Bonjour Chai," covering the controversial documentaries "No Other Land" and "October 8" which highlight the polarized debate surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in North America.

0 History Israel

This Often Forgotten 1929 Massacre is Key to Understanding the Current Israel-Palestinian Conflict

People of the Pod · 3 Apr

Journalist Yardena Schwartz draws connections between the 1929 Hebron Massacre and the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, highlighting how historical patterns of incitement and violence persist in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Leadership

Jerusalem Post editor Zvika Klein, arrested in ‘Qatar-gate,’ says he’s being unfairly prosecuted for his reporting

Ben Sales in Forward · 3 Apr

Zvika Klein, editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, finds himself at the heart of a legal controversy dubbed 'Qatar-gate,' alleging that he and others had illicit ties with Qatar to promote its interests.

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