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0 Culture History

A British spy, a notorious murderer, the Indiana Jones of the insect world, and a very Jewish history

Barbara Brotman in Forward · 12 May

Author Joel Greenberg explores the adventurous lives of Jewish naturalists and environmentalists who defy the stereotype of Jews as strictly urban intellectuals.

0 Antisemitism Politics

In two controversial ads, a tale of how not to fight antisemitism — or support Israel

Libby Lenkinski in Forward · 12 Feb

Two prominent ad campaigns aimed at addressing Jewish concerns about antisemitism and supporting Israel were critiqued by Libby Lenkinski for their ineffective strategies.

0 Culture Music

The Jewish world needs a Bad Bunny.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 10 Feb

The article argues that the Jewish world lacks a cultural figure comparable to Bad Bunny who can rejuvenate Jewish culture with a modern, confident, and compelling identity.

0 Culture Politics

Bad Bunny, not the Blue Square, offered the Super Bowl vision American Jews need to thrive

Hen Mazzig in JTA · 10 Feb

Hen Mazzig highlights the powerful example set by Bad Bunny during his Super Bowl performance, contrasting it with Robert Kraft's Blue Square campaign against antisemitism.

0 Music Culture

Why Bad Bunny’s halftime show delighted New York Jews of a certain age

Debbie Nathan in Forward · 10 Feb

Bad Bunny's Superbowl halftime show, featuring a remix of the classic salsa song "Un Verano en Nueva York," brought nostalgic joy to Jewish New Yorkers familiar with the vibrant Latin music scene since the mid-20th century.

0 Communities Education

With antisemitism and costs of living on the rise elsewhere, this Jewish day school in Dallas is booming

Larry Luxner in JTA · 4 Dec 2025

The Jewish Telegraphic Agency article discusses the growth of the Jewish community in Dallas, Texas, particularly focusing on Akiba Yavneh Academy, a modern Orthodox Jewish day school.

0 Politics Israel

Why this congressional candidate is making attacks on AIPAC central to his campaign

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 11 Nov 2025

Michael Blake, a congressional candidate from New York, has centered his campaign on criticizing AIPAC, reflecting a broader trend among progressive candidates to distance themselves from the pro-Israel lobby.

0 Music History

How the descendant of a notorious Jewish pirate became a swashbuckling rock ’n’ roll legend

Dan Epstein in Forward · 18 Sep 2025

Phil Manzanera, renowned guitarist of Roxy Music, discovered a surprising familial connection while writing his memoir "Revolucin to Roxy"—he is a descendant of Moses Cohen Henriques, a 17th-century Jewish pirate.

0 Politics Ethics

Poster Children of Gaza’s Hunger Crisis Are Actually Suffering from Other Illnesses. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 18 Aug 2025

Viral images of starving children from Gaza, prominently featured in major media outlets, have been misrepresented according to a Free Press investigation.

0 Food Culture

Sesame and Miso Peach Crumble

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 9 Jul 2025

Leah Koenig introduces a conversation with Rachel Simons, co-founder of Seed + Mill and author of "Sesame: Global Recipes & Stories of an Ancient Seed."

0 Politics Israel

Pro-Israel Progressives

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

In a compelling interview with Bret Stephens, Representative Ritchie Torres of New York's 15th district articulates his unique position as a pro-Israel progressive within the Democratic Party.

0 Politics Israel

15 Things Just That Happened

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 17 Mar 2025

The episode covers an exceptionally busy three-day news cycle, highlighting a breadth of significant political and global developments.

0 Politics Communities

If Adams is out, Jumaane Williams would become acting NYC mayor. What will he mean for Jews?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 18 Feb 2025

Jumaane Williams, New York City's public advocate, could become the acting mayor if current Mayor Eric Adams resigns amid corruption allegations.

0 Politics Culture

How changing daylight saving time may impact Jews

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 4 Dec 2024

Benyamin Cohen explores the potential impacts on Jewish practices if the U.S. changes its daylight saving time observance.

0 Politics Israel

The Democrats’ DSA dilemma in New York City

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 4 Dec 2024

In the New York City mayoral race, leading candidates are recalibrating their strategies post the striking performance of Donald Trump in the city.

0 Television/Film Culture

Everyone On Google Was Searching For Gal Gadot This Year

Forward · 27 Dec 2017

In 2017, Gal Gadot emerged as a global sensation, being the sixth-most searched person worldwide on Google thanks to her performances in 'Wonder Woman' and 'Justice League,' which were among the year's most-searched films.

0 Holocaust History

Conductor of Israel National Opera Guilty of Nazi Collaboration

Forward · 5 Feb 2014

Seventy-five years ago, the Nazi-controlled newspaper Essener Nationalzeitung referred to President Franklin D. Roosevelt as the "Jewish Pope," mocking his support of Jews and his humanitarian efforts.

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