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The ‘essential conference’ for Jewish professionals: This year’s Jewish Digital Summit tackles AI, brand building and more

JTA Staff in JTA · 20 Feb

The Jewish Digital Summit 2025, organized by 70 Faces Media, is set to offer a comprehensive program for Jewish professionals aiming to enhance their digital capabilities.

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Tale of a Too-Brief Friendship

Jewdicious · 18 Feb

Reflecting on the importance of friendship, Michael S. Lewis, a former orthopedic consultant for the Chicago Bulls, shares his poignant relationship with Brian Williams, who later changed his name to Bison Dele.

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Lost and Found

Devorah Talia Gordon in Lehrhaus · 17 Feb

In "Lost and Found," Devorah Talia Gordon delves into the complex emotions surrounding family, tradition, and loss, as narrated by a young woman named Mindy.

0 Culture Food

Despite her multimillion dollar fortune and celebrity pals, Ina Garten is a true balabusta

Misha Berson in Forward · 17 Feb

Ina Garten, better known as The Barefoot Contessa, continues to charm audiences with her memoir, "Be Ready When the Luck Happens," where she reveals the journey from her intriguing past to becoming a culinary mogul.

0 Politics Israel

The Next Assault on Gaza Will Be Worse

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 17 Feb

Peter Beinart discusses the political and humanitarian ramifications of a potential renewed Israeli assault on Gaza, suggesting it could be even more intense due to Israeli political dynamics and U.S. political influences.

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University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker: When Antisemitism Hits Home

People of the Pod · 13 Feb

University of Michigan Regent Jordan Acker shares his family's personal experience with antisemitic attacks that were part of broader targeting against Jews, particularly in the context of campus protests linked to anti-Israel sentiments.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Linda McMahon, Trump’s education secretary pick, says she’ll fight antisemitism — but offers few specifics

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 13 Feb

Linda McMahon, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, faced scrutiny during her confirmation hearing for her plans to combat campus antisemitism.

0 Politics Antisemitism

‘Not the Jewish party’: Candidate to lead Michigan Dems under fire for antisemitic comments

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 12 Feb

Al Williams, a candidate for Michigan's Democratic Party chair, is under scrutiny for comments made during a virtual forum, stating the Democratic Party is not exclusive to Jewish voices, particularly in discussions about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Antisemitism

‘Not the Jewish party’: Candidate to lead Michigan Dems under fire for antisemitic comments

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 12 Feb

Al Williams, a candidate for Michigan's Democratic Party chair, is under scrutiny for comments made during a virtual forum, stating the Democratic Party is not exclusive to Jewish voices, particularly in discussions about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Politics Education

Tariff Tussle: A Few Minutes with… Economist Timothy Fitzgerald

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Feb

Economist Timothy Fitzgerald, a former chief international economist for the Trump administration, shares insights into the administration's tariff strategies and goals with Mishpacha.

0 Communities Politics

Debra Dash Moore

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 9 Feb

Deborah Dash Moore, a prominent scholar at the University of Michigan, has been analyzing various surveys of American Jewish opinion.

0 Politics History

Deborah Dash Moore

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 6 Feb

Historian Deborah Dash Moore will be discussing her research on American Jewish opinions regarding Israel during a Zoom call hosted by Peter Beinart.

0 Politics Israel

Is Trump Good for the Jews?

Emes Ve-Emunah · 5 Feb

This editorial examines the complex relationship between former U.S. President Donald Trump and the Jewish community, with a focus on his policies towards Israel and initiatives addressing antisemitism in the U.S.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Ask the Rabbis | Are There War Crimes According to Jewish Thought, And If So, What Are They?

Moment in Moment · 3 Feb

Jewish scripture and law provide multiple perspectives on the ethics of war, indicating a long-standing awareness of what might be considered war crimes.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Elise Stefanik Is Wrong

Peter Beinart in The Beinart Notebook · 3 Feb

Peter Beinart challenges Elise Stefanik's claim that the Bible grants Jews unconditional sovereignty over the West Bank.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Church kicks out priest who mimicked Elon Musk’s Nazi-like salute

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 30 Jan

Father Calvin Robinson, a British priest formerly of the Anglican Catholic Church, was dismissed from his position after mimicking a gesture and language associated with Elon Musk at a pro-life summit, which many interpreted as Nazi-like.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Anglican church kicks out priest who mimicked Elon Musk’s Nazi-like salute at pro-life convention

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 30 Jan

Calvin Robinson, a British priest, was removed from the Anglican Catholic Church after mimicking a Nazi-like salute at a pro-life summit, inspired by Elon Musk's controversial gesture.

0 Sports Culture

14 athletes and personalities inducted into the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 24 Jan

The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame recently announced its 2025 class, inducting 14 remarkable athletes and media figures from diverse sports worldwide.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Death & Community: Jewish Burial Societies

Adventures in Jewish Studies · 22 Jan

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 Politics Israel

In inaugural address, Trump hails return of ‘the hostages in the Middle East’

Ben Sales in JTA · 20 Jan

President Donald Trump, in his second inaugural address, emphasized his role as a peacemaker, highlighting the release of Israeli hostages from Gaza as a significant achievement.

0 Music Culture

In a new album, singer Ari Axelrod celebrates Jews’ contributions to Broadway

Gabe Friedman in JTA · 16 Jan

Ari Axelrod, a singer and actor with a deep love for musicals, has been captivating audiences with his one-man show "A Place For Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway."

0 Music Culture

In a new album, singer Ari Axelrod celebrates Jews’ contributions to Broadway

Gabe Friedman in JTA · 16 Jan

Ari Axelrod, a singer and actor with a deep love for musicals, has been captivating audiences with his one-man show "A Place For Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway."

0 Politics Israel

'We've been speaking as one team': Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal is a rare bipartisan victory in US politics

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 15 Jan

In a rare display of bipartisanship, both Republicans and Democrats in the United States have voiced support for a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas, halting hostilities for 42 days and ensuring the release of 33 hostages.

0 Politics Culture

The Wrath of Rothman

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Jan

Noah Rothman discusses his Commentary Magazine cover piece "A Clockwork Blue" about the evolution of political violence on the left and the perils of excusing violent actions in political discourse.

0 Communities Jewish Law

No need to reinvent the wheel in responding to Jewish economic vulnerability

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Jan

The report "On The Edge," commissioned by the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, highlights the situational financial vulnerabilities faced by many American Jews, often caused by unforeseen events like job loss or family changes.

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