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A massive mah jongg festival is coming to New York’s Museum of Jewish Heritage

70 Faces Media in JTA · 24 Jun

Mah jongg, historically a popular pastime among Jewish women, is experiencing a resurgence in the U.S., reinvigorated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

0 Education Communities

Elevating the profession of Jewish early childhood education

eJewishPhilanthropy · 26 Mar

Jewish early childhood educators are crucial to the fabric of Jewish communal life, yet they often lack recognition and support.

0 Ethics Philosophy

Roko’s Basilisk

Itxu Díaz in Tablet · 24 Feb

Rationalism, a Silicon Valley-born ideology focused on extreme logical reasoning, has given rise to controversial groups amidst AI's rapid advancements.

0 Education Communities

Continuity Requires Content

Sapir · 12 Nov 2025

In this contemplative critique, the author argues that American Jewish leadership has neglected the rich content of Jewish civilization, culminating in a generation increasingly disengaged from its own heritage.

0 Politics Israel

What Will Establishment Jewish Leaders Sacrifice to Defeat Mamdani?

Ken Silverman in The Beinart Notebook · 3 Nov 2025

Ken Silverman's article examines the controversial dynamics within the American Jewish leadership regarding unconditional support for Israel.

0 Television/Film Gender/Identity

The Jewish Moms of Netflix

Sarah M. Seltzer in Lilith · 21 Oct 2025

The article explores the portrayal of Jewish mother figures in two Netflix shows, "Long Story Short" and "Nobody Wants This."

0 Politics Education

In California, Jewish leaders swap ethnic studies battle for fighting antisemitism in schools — with allies

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 27 May 2025

In California, Jewish leaders have shifted their focus from disputing a controversial ethnic studies curriculum to collaborating with racial and ethnic caucuses on tackling antisemitism in schools.

0 Culture History

What an obituary writer learned by saying goodbye to hundreds of people

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 8 Jan 2025

Jewish obituary writer Andrew Silow-Carroll reflects on his experiences editing the Jewish Life Stories newsletter, where obituaries served as a celebration of life rather than a fixation on death.

0 Politics Israel

Could Donald Trump’s win end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home?

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 7 Nov 2024

Donald Trump's potential return to the presidency raises questions about his influence on the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the fate of hostages held by Hamas.

0 Politics Culture

Hunter S. Thompson Was a Weird Visionary Before Drugs and Politics Ate His Brain

Jeff Weiss in Tablet · 23 Oct 2024

Hunter S. Thompson, celebrated for 'Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72', was more than the iconic, drug-addled persona he later became known for.

0 Sports Holocaust

Ernie Grunfeld was a bridge from the Holocaust to basketball lore.

Forward · 17 Dec 2021

Dan Grunfeld's new book, "By the Grace of the Game: The Holocaust, a Basketball Legacy, and an Unprecedented American Dream," weaves the poignant stories of three generations, including his grandmother, a Holocaust survivor, his father Ernie Grunfeld, a prominent NBA figure, and his journey in professional basketball.

0 Culture Art

Contemporary Jewish Museum welcomes back in-person guests

Forward · 17 Apr 2021

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has reopened its doors to the public, welcoming visitors back after pandemic closures.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Groucho Barx and Matzah Ball: Why do Jewish pets have Jewish names?

Forward · 11 Mar 2021

The article explores the trend of giving Jewish-themed names to pets, a practice that resonates with many Jewish pet owners as a reflection of their cultural identity.