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0 History Culture

7 Jewish historical treasures from YIVO’s vast collection in New York

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 20 Mar 2025

In a display of both historical preservation and resistance, a group of Jewish intellectuals from the Vilna ghetto, including notable figures like Abraham Sutzkever, secretly saved thousands of Jewish cultural artifacts from Nazi destruction during World War II.

0 Politics Education

You Are No Longer a Jew

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 17 Mar 2025

Peter Beinart discusses the contentious redefinition of Jewish identity within the American Jewish community, highlighting issues around support for Israel as a criterion for being considered Jewish by establishment organizations like the Anti-Defamation League.

0 Politics Ethics

Free Speech Wobbles in the U.K.

Paul du Quenoy in Tablet · 13 Mar 2025

The article discusses the challenges to free speech in the United Kingdom, focusing on recent legal developments and high-profile cases that highlight increasing restrictions.

0 Politics Antisemitism

It’s the Economy, Stupid. Plus. . .

Oliver Wiseman in The Free Press · 12 Mar 2025

Amid an economically turbulent period characterized by fluctuating stock markets and controversial trade policies, the article delves into the political and financial implications of the Trump administration's tariff strategies.

0 Politics Television/Film

The Gaza war is the biggest failure of journalism in history.

Jake Wallis Simons in Future of Jewish · 10 Mar 2025

Jake Wallis Simons critiques the BBC's documentary "Gaza: How to Survive a War Zone," highlighting journalistic failures around its production.

0 Politics Israel

Israel in Ceasefire – Zelenskyy

For Heaven's Sake · 6 Mar 2025

Hartman and Klein Halevi discuss the implications of Trump's transactional foreign policy approach on Israel's relationship with the United States, particularly in the context of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and Ukraine's war with Russia.

0 Literature Antisemitism

In an 'Oliver Twist' prequel, Fagin gets a first name — and the spotlight

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward · 5 Mar 2025

Allison Epstein's novel, "Fagin the Thief," offers a fresh perspective on the notorious Jewish character from Charles Dickens's "Oliver Twist" by exploring his background and complexities.

0 Israel History

History says Israel will defeat Hamas, but there's a catch.

Ben Koan in Future of Jewish · 1 Mar 2025

The essay by Ben Koan explores the complex historical interplay between Zionism and Palestinian nationalism, highlighting that history often unfolds through unexpected consequences.

0 Politics History

Trump Fealty, Ukraine, and Crowd Size

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Feb 2025

The episode explores the current political climate surrounding the Trump administration's stance on Ukraine, paralleling it with past instances where officials echoed Trump's controversial views.

0 Politics Israel

‘Beyond comprehension’: Leaders in Israel, US and worldwide mourn Shiri, Ariel and Kfir Bibas and Oded Lifshitz

Ben Sales in JTA · 20 Feb 2025

Global leaders have expressed sorrow and indignation over the return of four hostages' bodies from Gaza to Israel: Shiri Bibas, her young children Ariel and Kfir, and elder Oded Lifshitz.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

How a Jewish daughter's search to find her parents became a book and a play and a movie

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 13 Feb 2025

Zara Phillips' journey to find her biological parents inspired her 2018 memoir "Somebody's Daughter," which later became a one-woman show and a documentary film.

0 History Jewish Law

Shaping Judaism: The Evolution and Impact of Hebrew Printing - Israel Mizrahi Books

The Habura · 6 Feb 2025

Israel Mizrahi explores the transformative role of Hebrew printing in shaping Jewish scholarship and culture, highlighting its impact from the printing press's inception through its continued legacy.

0 History Jewish Law

How to be a Jew ... who claims Israel

Unorthodox · 5 Feb 2025

Ben M. Freeman discusses his new book, 'The Jews: An Indigenous People,' exploring the Jewish people's indigenous ties to Israel and the broader implications of Jewish identity.

0 Jewish Law Education

Q&A with Rabbi Dweck (January 2025) - Mixed Dancing, Gelatin, Studying Tanakh

The Habura · 2 Feb 2025

Rabbi Joseph Dweck addresses a wide range of audience questions covering topics such as the structure of the Amidah, the interpretation of Midrashim, and the permissibility of mixed dancing in Jewish law.

0 Holocaust Education

Prince William Thinks His Son Is Old Enough to Learn About the Holocaust

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 28 Jan 2025

Prince William is seeking to pass down the memory of the Holocaust to younger generations, specifically to his eldest son, Prince George, who is 11.

0 Communities Ethics

Inbox: Issue 1047

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 28 Jan 2025

Cindy Scarr's article touches on various perspectives from the Jewish community, including the importance of critique in one's service to Hashem, the distinction between the Gevurah and Tikva Forums related to hostages in Gaza, and President Biden's support for Israel despite criticisms.

0 History Communities

My history of post-War British Jewry is consciously unorthodox

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Jan 2025

In the post-War period, British Jewry gained significant prominence as it became the largest Jewish community in Europe, assuming a critical role in international Jewish affairs and influencing the Jewish presence in Palestine.

0 Torah Philosophy

Parashah of the week: Va’era

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Jan 2025

This exploration of Parashat Vaera examines the enigmatic progression of Pharaoh's heart hardening throughout the first seven plagues in Egypt.

0 Literature Philosophy

Book Review | A Tale of Dueling Abrahams

Robert Siegel in Moment · 23 Jan 2025

Anthony Julius's book, "Abraham: The First Jew," explores the concept of two distinct Abrahams in Jewish tradition.

0 Communities Politics

The Gaza conflict has exposed the challenges our community faces

Jewish Chronicle · 23 Jan 2025

The recent release of three Israeli hostages, Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, and Doron Steinbrecher, amidst the Gaza conflict has brought relief yet highlights ongoing challenges for the Jewish community.

0 Politics Ethics

Saving Western Values: Rotherham and the Perils of Multiculturalism with Melanie Phillips

Unorthodox · 23 Jan 2025

British journalist Melanie Phillips critiques the mismanagement of the Rotherham scandal by authorities prioritizing multiculturalism over liberal democratic values, arguing that such ideologies endanger Western civilization.

0 Television/Film Culture

London transfer and national tour for Fiddler on the Roof

Jewish Chronicle · 21 Jan 2025

The Regents Park Open Air Theatre's acclaimed 2023 production of "Fiddler on the Roof" will transfer to London's Barbican Theatre for an eight-week run, before embarking on a UK and Ireland tour—its first in over 12 years.

0 Art Culture

Dance review: Giselle ‘The dancing is beautiful’

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Jan 2025

The English National Ballet's traditional production of Giselle at the London Coliseum has received accolades for its exquisite dancing and clear narrative.

0 Culture Music

British Pop Star Robbie Williams Feels More Jewish Than Catholic

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 17 Jan 2025

British pop star Robbie Williams, known for his successful career post the boy band Take That, shares a connection to Judaism through his wife, Ayda Field, and their children.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Wildfires and Wild Accusations: How Israel Is Being Blamed for the LA Fires

Megan Naftali in Moment · 17 Jan 2025

Amid catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County, some activists are using social media platforms to inaccurately blame Israel, linking the fires to the Israel-Hamas conflict and alleging U.S. support for Israel exacerbates such disasters.

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