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0 Politics Israel

Helen Mirren criticizes Israel at film festival after being called ‘evil Zionist’ in viral video

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 11 Jun

Helen Mirren, speaking at the Taormina Film Fest in Italy, critiqued Israel's policies in light of her historical and personal connections with the country.

0 Food Culture

Come to Sicily With Me!

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 27 May

Leah Koenig invites readers to join her on a culinary journey through Sicily from May 16-22, 2027, focusing on the island's Jewish culinary heritage.

0 Antisemitism Philosophy

'Tikkun Olam' is a weapon against Jews.

Ella Ben Emanuel in Future of Jewish · 23 Aug 2025

Ella Ben Emanuel explores the complex role of "Tikkun Olam" (repairing the world) amid the persistent antisemitism faced by Jews globally, particularly in the context of Israel.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Too many people still don't understand Hamas.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 29 Jul 2025

Joshua Hoffman argues that many Westerners misunderstand Hamas, perceiving it as a political movement or resistance group rather than what he describes as a violent gang-like organization.

0 Politics Israel

After IDF intercepts Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla, crew posts videos calling themselves ‘kidnapped’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 9 Jun 2025

The Israeli navy intercepted a ship carrying climate activist Greta Thunberg and others who aimed to challenge Israel's blockade of Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

Greta Thunberg’s Gaza flotilla could reach Israeli waters over the weekend: What you need to know

Grace Gilson in JTA · 6 Jun 2025

Climate activist Greta Thunberg and the Freedom Flotilla Coalition are sailing towards Gaza onboard 'The Madleen' to protest Israel's blockade and deliver aid to Palestinians.

0 Food Culture

Sicilian Vegetable Salmon

Sharona in Mishpacha · 4 Jun 2025

Infusing the classic flavors of Sicilian cuisine into a salmon dish, this recipe pairs Italian-seasoned sauce with sautéed vegetables, offering a unique twist for a Yom Tov entrée.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Can a man convert to Judaism without being circumcised?

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 8 May 2025

While circumcision is traditionally required for male converts to Judaism, exceptions exist.

0 Television/Film Culture

‘Operation Mincemeat’ is a musical farce about fooling Hitler — with nothing much to say about Nazis

PJ Grisar in Forward · 21 Mar 2025

"Operation Mincemeat" is a musical comedy that recounts the true story of a British intelligence operation during World War II aimed at deceiving the Nazis with fake plans to invade Greece and Sardinia.

0 Politics Education

Australia’s Most Dangerous Export

Helen Dale in Future of Jewish · 20 Mar 2025

Helen Dale's essay examines the global spread of settler-colonial ideology originating from Australia, likening it to the Sicilian mafia as a detrimental export.

0 Politics Culture

Jews need nationalism, true nationalism.

Ariel Yaari in Future of Jewish · 6 Mar 2025

Ariel Yaari argues for a robust Jewish nationalism that fully embraces Jewish identity in all its aspects—religious, cultural, political, and social.