Dubai, United Arab Emirates

0 Politics Literature

A best-selling novelist identified a minor character as Israeli. Some fans are canceling their orders.

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 5 May

Bestselling author Rebecca R.F. Kuang is facing backlash after an advance copy of her upcoming novel, "Taipei Story," identified a minor character as Israeli.

0 Politics Science

Private Eyes

Snir Levi in Tablet · 23 Apr

Cryptocurrency's reputation as a tool for shadowy transactions overlooks its potential for unprecedented traceability thanks to blockchain technology.

0 Antisemitism History

Inside the ancient Christian theology driving modern antisemitism

Mira Fox in Forward · 28 Mar

Supersessionism, a Christian theological belief that Jesus replaced Judaism, is reemerging among modern influencers like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson, fostering antisemitism by labeling Judaism as obsolete and Israel as unnecessary.

0 Politics Israel

Is Netanyahu dead? Has Tel Aviv been flattened? AI videos are dominating the Iran war.

JTA · 17 Mar

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu became the center of a misinformation storm after Iranian state media circulated false claims of his death, prompting him to produce videos disproving the rumors.

0 Politics Israel

A War of Endurance and Will

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 10 Mar

In the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran, success is being gauged more by endurance and strategic objectives than by initial strikes.

0 Politics Israel

The Beginning of the End of NATO

Mitch Schneider in Future of Jewish · 5 Mar

Mitch Schneider's essay critiques NATO's response to recent aggressions by Iran, arguing it highlights the alliance's ineffectiveness.

0 Antisemitism Education

The West is spending billions combating antisemitism. Is it working?

Nachum Kaplan in Future of Jewish · 30 Jan

Following the October 7th massacre in 2023, Western governments have invested billions in combating rising antisemitism, yet it persists.

0 Communities Education

We know the Jewish world is global — but we also need to experience it

eJewishPhilanthropy · 30 Jan

Reflecting on a century-old story of two Sephardic Jewish immigrants shouting "Yehudi!" in Seattle to find community, the importance of experiencing and connecting with global Jewish life is emphasized.

0 Politics Israel

American Jewish leaders have given up on a two-state solution. Younger Jews are hanging onto the audacity of hope.

Shanie Reichman in JTA · 9 Jan

In the face of rising cynicism among older American Jewish leaders about the feasibility of a two-state solution, younger Jews are clinging to hope for peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

0 Politics Israel

How Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani’s politics shaped New York City’s new mayor

Grace Gilson in JTA · 1 Jan

New York City's newly elected mayor, Zohran Mamdani, is heavily influenced by his parents' pro-Palestinian politics, a backdrop that contextualizes his democratic socialist stances as well as his support for BDS.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

The Rise and Fall of the Gaza Converts

Maggie Phillips in Tablet · 25 Nov 2025

Following the Israel-Gaza conflict on October 7, 2023, a notable trend emerged among young, mostly progressive American women who converted to Islam, inspired by the resilience and religiosity of Gazans under attack.

0 Politics Israel

Iran, Abraham Accords and Bibi’s trial: What Trump said in his historic Knesset speech

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 14 Oct 2025

President Donald Trump's speech to the Israeli Knesset on October 13, 2025, came just after the release of the remaining Israeli hostages from Gaza, marking a significant moment in the US-brokered ceasefire to end the war.

0 Politics Israel

Iran, Abraham Accords and Bibi’s trial: What Trump said in his historic Knesset speech

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 13 Oct 2025

Former U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a historic speech to the Knesset, focusing on the cessation of hostilities in Gaza, his vision for the Middle East, and the state of U.S.-Israel relations.

0 Art Culture

Treasure Trove

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Sep 2025

The aron kodesh at Yeshivas Ateres Shlomo in Rishon LeZion, Israel, stands as a testament to kavod haTorah, or honoring the Torah, through its grand scale and opulent design.

0 Politics Israel

Israelis want out of the Gaza war. But all the exit routes feel like traps

Josh Feldman in Forward · 1 Aug 2025

After nearly two years since the start of the ongoing war with Hamas, Israelis are deeply disillusioned and weary, feeling trapped in a conflict with no clear path to resolution.

0 Culture Politics

The Lazy River of Empire

Armin Rosen in Tablet · 22 Jul 2025

Aquaventure, located in Dubai, stands as the world's most impressive waterpark, showcasing human achievement through its extensive and artistically designed water slides.

0 Politics Israel

An Uncanny Guide to BBC Coverage of Israel

Francisco J. Bernal in Future of Jewish · 12 Jul 2025

Francisco J. Bernal's piece critiques the BBC and similar media outlets' language framing in their coverage of Israel, particularly during conflicts.

0 Food Culture

Blended Strawberry Dream Cups

Sharona in Mishpacha · 11 Jun 2025

Blended Strawberry Dream Cups offer a luxurious dessert experience combining the flavors of Dubai-style chocolate-dipped strawberries with the freshness of an açai bowl.

0 Food Culture

Dubai Chocolate and Lotus Cheesecake

Sharona in Mishpacha · 4 Jun 2025

A delicious blend of Middle Eastern and Western influences, this recipe for Dubai Chocolate and Lotus Cheesecake brings together traditional Jewish culinary elements such as kataifi dough with beloved Lotus cookies.

0 Politics Israel

The real 'Nakba' was Jewish naïveté.

Adam Hummel in Future of Jewish · 20 May 2025

Adam Hummel's essay reflects deep skepticism about the peace process between Israelis and Palestinians, framing the historical "Nakba," or catastrophe, as the Israeli belief in peace with adversaries who allegedly do not desire it.

0 Politics Ethics

Gift Horses

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 20 May 2025

The article critiques former President Donald Trump for his controversies around propriety, highlighting questionable dealings during his presidency, particularly with Qatar.

0 Politics Israel

Trump: ‘A lot of people are starving’ in Gaza

Ben Sales in JTA · 16 May 2025

During a speech in the UAE, President Donald Trump addressed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting the severe food shortages and hardships facing its population.

0 Leadership Politics

Modern-Day Miriams: Jewish Women Shaping Global Diplomacy

People of the Pod · 15 May 2025

Jewish women leaders are significantly influencing global diplomacy and conflict resolution through innovative approaches and by highlighting gender equality's role in peace processes.

0 Politics Israel

'Qatar, please give Sara Netanyahu a plane too, in exchange for ending the war and saving hostages'

Haaretz Weekly · 12 May 2025

Amir Tibon argues that the recent release of American-Israeli hostage Idan Alexander amidst the ongoing Gaza conflict highlights U.S. pressure on Netanyahu and questions Israel's commitment to its remaining hostages.

0 Politics Communities

3 sentenced to death for murder of UAE Chabad rabbi

Grace Gilson in JTA · 31 Mar 2025

The UAE has sentenced three individuals to death for the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, a Chabad-Lubavitch emissary, who was killed in Dubai last November under allegedly terroristic motives.

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