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In the post-Oct. 7 world, this summit on fighting antisemitism aims to equip attendees with information and real-world tools

Suzanne Kurtz Sloan in JTA · 6 Feb 2025

The ADL's upcoming Never Is Now summit, set for March 3-4 in New York, aims to address the significant rise in antisemitic incidents over the past year, as highlighted by its latest data.

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Anne Frank didn't live here — she never had the chance

Stav Ziv in Forward · 28 Jan 2025

The article describes a new Anne Frank exhibition in New York City, which offers a full-scale replica of the secret annex where Anne Frank and her family hid from the Nazis.

0 Culture Israel

Swap Israeli brass for Israeli bravery

eJewishPhilanthropy · 28 Jan 2025

The article advocates for Jewish institutions to prioritize inviting everyday Israeli soldiers to speak, rather than high-profile former officials, like retired Mossad chiefs or ministers.

0 Holocaust History

Magazine Discussion: The Enduring Relevance of Anne Frank

Editor in Hadassah · 26 Jan 2025

Hadassah Magazine is hosting a panel discussion on February 20 about the lasting impact of Anne Frank's diary, which remains a pivotal work in Holocaust literature with translations in over 70 languages.

0 Literature Holocaust

What we write about when we write about Anne Frank

Julia M. Klein in Forward · 26 Jan 2025

Ruth Franklin's 'The Many Lives of Anne Frank' offers a multifaceted examination of Anne Frank's enduring legacy through biography, cultural history, and literary analysis.

0 Holocaust Culture

Bringing Anne Frank to New York City

Jane Levere in Hadassah · 24 Jan 2025

Ronald Leopold, Executive Director of the Anne Frank House, has launched a full-scale recreation of Anne Frank's hiding place in Amsterdam at New York City's Center for Jewish History.

0 Holocaust Culture

Bringing Anne Frank to New York City

Jane Levere in Hadassah · 24 Jan 2025

Ronald Leopold, Executive Director of the Anne Frank House, has launched a full-scale recreation of Anne Frank's hiding place in Amsterdam at New York City's Center for Jewish History.

0 Holocaust Literature

The Enduring Mythology of Anne Frank

Ruth Franklin in Hadassah · 24 Jan 2025

Anne Frank's "Diary of a Young Girl" is a powerful literary work that has profoundly shaped global understanding of the Holocaust.

0 Holocaust Literature

The Enduring Mythology of Anne Frank

Ruth Franklin in Hadassah · 24 Jan 2025

Anne Frank's "Diary of a Young Girl" is a powerful literary work that has profoundly shaped global understanding of the Holocaust.

0 Antisemitism Holocaust

We must stop the dehumanisation of Jews, especially at the UN

Jewish Chronicle · 23 Jan 2025

Throughout history, Jews have faced dehumanization, most horrifically manifesting during the Holocaust.

0 Politics Jewish Law

The “Word” Edition

Promised Podcast · 23 Jan 2025

The podcast dissects the new compromise proposal for judicial reform in Israel and evaluates its implications on the judicial appointment process.

0 Holocaust History

ANNE FRANK

Jewish Lives · 23 Jan 2025

Ruth Franklin delves into Anne Frank's evolution from a typical teenager to an iconic figure through her diary, discussing various adaptations and interpretations of her work.

0 Holocaust Culture

The first-ever full-scale replica of Anne Frank’s secret annex opens in NYC

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 22 Jan 2025

A groundbreaking exhibition at the Center for Jewish History in New York City offers visitors a full-scale replica of Anne Frank's secret annex.

0 Holocaust Politics

Belgium’s railway should apologize but not pay for sending Jews to Nazi death camps, government panel concludes

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 22 Jan 2025

A Belgian government panel has concluded that while the Belgian National Railway Company (SNCB) should formally apologize for its role in transporting Jews to Nazi death camps during the Holocaust, it should not be required to pay compensation to survivors.

0 Holocaust Politics

Belgium’s railway should apologize but not pay for sending Jews to Nazi death camps, government panel concludes

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 22 Jan 2025

A Belgian government panel has concluded that while the Belgian National Railway Company (SNCB) should formally apologize for its role in transporting Jews to Nazi death camps during the Holocaust, it should not be required to pay compensation to survivors.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Death & Community: Jewish Burial Societies

Adventures in Jewish Studies · 22 Jan 2025

Jewish burial societies, known as Hevra Kadisha, play a critical role in observing traditional Jewish rites related to death, ensuring the deceased are respectfully prepared and comfort is provided to mourners.

0 Literature History

Lee Yaron’s account of Oct. 7 attacks named Jewish book of the year

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 22 Jan 2025

Israeli journalist Lee Yaron's book \"10/7: 100 Human Stories\" has been awarded the Jewish Book of the Year at the 74th National Jewish Book Awards.

0 Politics Ethics

Opinion | When Your Enemy Is a Friend to Democracy

Amy E. Schwartz in Moment · 21 Jan 2025

In her opinion piece, Amy E. Schwartz reflects on the complexities of recognizing heroism in politically discordant figures amidst challenges to democratic norms in the U.S. and beyond.

0 Holocaust History

From WWII Amsterdam, a deeply disturbing story of Dutch complicity with the Nazis

Gary Lucas in Forward · 21 Jan 2025

Musician Gary Lucas shares his reflections on Willy Lindwer's documentary "Lost City," which sheds light on the disturbing complicity of Dutch authorities in the Nazi deportation of Jews from Amsterdam during World War II.

0 Holocaust History

From WWII Amsterdam, a deeply disturbing story of Dutch complicity with the Nazis

Gary Lucas in Forward · 21 Jan 2025

Musician Gary Lucas shares his reflections on Willy Lindwer's documentary "Lost City," which sheds light on the disturbing complicity of Dutch authorities in the Nazi deportation of Jews from Amsterdam during World War II.

0 Culture Communities

‘Landed: A yogi’s memoir in pieces & poses’

Julie Zuckerman in Hadassah · 21 Jan 2025

Jennifer Lang's memoir, "Landed," takes readers through her complex journey of making aliyah to Israel, balancing a cross-cultural marriage, and navigating her Jewish identity.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Reporters castigating Israel and US support ejected from Blinken’s final press briefing

Ben Sales in Forward · 16 Jan 2025

During Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference, two journalists were expelled for accusing Israel of genocide and criticizing U.S. support for Israel.

0 History Culture

Was Casanova an antisemite, a believer in Kabbalah — or both?

Benjamin Ivry in Forward · 15 Jan 2025

Giacomo Casanova, the 18th-century adventurer and seducer, navigated a complex relationship with Jewish people and Kabbalistic practices.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Ghosts of Hooligans Past

Mark Glanville in Jewish Review of Books · 15 Jan 2025

Mark Glanville, recounting his experiences as a Jewish teenager entrenched in the violent world of British football hooliganism, reflects on the allure of camaraderie amidst antisemitism and violence.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Nearly half the globe has ‘elevated levels’ of antisemitic beliefs, ADL survey finds

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 14 Jan 2025

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reports a significant rise in global antisemitic beliefs, with nearly half of adults worldwide exhibiting such attitudes, according to their Global 100 survey.

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