Michigan, United States

How Abraham Lincoln in a kippah wound up making a $250,000 deal on ‘Shark Tank’

Grace Gilson in JTA · 18 Apr 2025

Ari Siegel, a Jewish entrepreneur, attracted attention on Shark Tank by donning an Abraham Lincoln outfit complete with a kippah and kapota to pitch his business, History By Mail.

0 Sports Culture

Hapoel Tel Aviv nabs a European title, as 2 Jewish stars enter the NBA draft

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Apr 2025

Hapoel Tel Aviv made history by capturing their first EuroCup basketball title, defeating Gran Canaria, which promotes them to the top-tier EuroLeague, joining Maccabi Tel Aviv.

0 Communities Culture

These 16 Jewish businesses are redefining Orchard Street for a new era

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 17 Apr 2025

Orchard Street in New York City's Lower East Side has long been a focal point for Jewish life.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Fight Fiercely, Harvard?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 16 Apr 2025

This episode delves into the confrontation between the Trump administration and Harvard University over alleged antisemitism and campus policies.

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GOP Rep. Randy Fine, the newest Jewish congressman, calls Rashida Tlaib a ‘terrorist’

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 10 Apr 2025

Randy Fine, a newly sworn-in Jewish congressman from Florida, has gained attention for his inflammatory remarks toward Muslim lawmakers, particularly targeting Palestinian-American Rep. Rashida Tlaib by labeling her a terrorist on a podcast.

0 Politics Culture

I operate a small Judaica business. Trump’s tariffs are going to squelch Jewish innovation.

David Zvi Kalman in JTA · 9 Apr 2025

David Zvi Kalman discusses the impact of tariffs implemented by the Trump administration on his Judaica business, which relies heavily on Chinese and Israeli manufacturing.

0 Jewish Law Ethics

Ask the Rabbis | Does Jewish Law Require that Hostages be Redeemed Regardless of Cost?

Moment in Moment · 7 Apr 2025

The question of whether Jewish law demands the redemption of hostages regardless of cost remains complex and unresolved within Jewish jurisprudence.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Building a data-driven synagogue

eJewishPhilanthropy · 7 Apr 2025

Synagogues like Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, are increasingly turning to data-driven strategies to enhance community engagement and improve operational efficiency.

0 Holocaust History

My Father’s Resistance: A Memoir

Shulamit Reinharz in Jewish Review of Books · 7 Apr 2025

Shulamit Reinharz's memoir, "My Father's Resistance," uncovers the hidden life and untold acts of resistance by her father, Rabbi Max Rothschild, primarily during the Nazi regime.

0 Communities Politics

The Media are Broken. Here’s What Could Be Next

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

In an essay exploring the challenges facing the media landscape, the author examines the decline of trust and credibility in the current media environment, specifically criticizing its hostility towards Israel and the Jewish community.

0 Culture Education

The Diversity-Industrial Complex

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

The article examines the evolution of diversity as a social and organizational goal from its origins in early American religious freedom to its contemporary focus on racial and identity-based metrics.

0 Politics Science

New Dangers Posed by Outer Space

Ami Magazine in Ami · 2 Apr 2025

Ami Magazine's article delves into the implications of former President Donald Trump's introduction of a U.S. Space Force, initially mocked by the media as unnecessary but re-evaluated in light of emerging threats from Russian satellite activities.

0 Sports Culture

Danny Wolf and Bruce Pearl — two of March Madness’ most prominent Jews — are about to face off in a Shabbat Showdown

Ben Sales in JTA · 28 Mar 2025

In this year's NCAA March Madness, Jewish representation takes center stage as Danny Wolf of Michigan and Bruce Pearl of Auburn prepare for a high-profile showdown coinciding with Shabbat.

0 Politics Education

House approves bill requiring campuses to report more foreign funding

Grace Gilson in JTA · 28 Mar 2025

In a development impacting the intersection of education and politics, the House passed the DETERRENT Act by a vote of 241-169, requiring U.S. universities to disclose foreign funding exceeding $50,000, aiming to curb foreign influence, particularly from adversaries like Iran and Qatar.

0 Communities Politics

Jewish social service agencies brace for federal funding cuts amid uncertainty

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 26 Mar 2025

Jewish social service agencies across the U.S. are facing a potential crisis due to anticipated federal funding cuts under the Trump administration's budget plans.

0 Politics Israel

Fetterman on Fire

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 25 Mar 2025

Senator John Fetterman's recent trip to Israel highlights his unwavering support for the Jewish state amidst growing contention within the Democratic Party.

0 Sports Politics

Bruce Pearl opens NCAA postgame press conference by calling to ‘bring the hostages home’

Ben Sales in JTA · 24 Mar 2025

Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl used a significant NCAA postgame press conference to bring attention to Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli hostage held by Hamas, highlighting his support for Israel and Jewish identity.

0 Communities Culture

Five cities now have regular meet-ups in Yiddish

Rukhl Schaechter in Forward · 23 Mar 2025

Farbreng, an initiative by Yugntruf, is fostering in-person Yiddish-speaking gatherings across various cities including Boston, Chicago, Michigan, Montreal, and Toronto.

0 Communities Language

Five cities now have regular meet-ups in Yiddish

Rukhl Schaechter in Forward · 23 Mar 2025

Yugntruf has launched an initiative called Farbreng to create in-person gatherings for Yiddish speakers in cities like Boston, Chicago, Michigan, Montreal, and Toronto.

0 Sports Jewish Law

Israeli-American Michigan basketball star Danny Wolf is seeking glory in March Madness — and likely the NBA

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 20 Mar 2025

Danny Wolf, a standout University of Michigan basketball player, is making headlines in March Madness as a top NCAA contender and prospective NBA first-round draft pick.

0 Sports Jewish Law

Israeli-American Michigan basketball star Danny Wolf is seeking glory in March Madness — and likely the NBA

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 20 Mar 2025

Danny Wolf, a standout University of Michigan basketball player, is making headlines in March Madness as a top NCAA contender and prospective NBA first-round draft pick.

0 Ethics Communities

Buy Nothing Groups Make Me Nostalgic for the Orthodox Community Sharing Centers of My Youth

Ruthie Hollander in Kveller · 19 Mar 2025

Ruthie Hollander reflects on how modern Buy Nothing groups on platforms like Facebook remind her of the gemachs of her Orthodox Jewish upbringing.

0 Sports Culture

3 of the 4 top NCAA basketball teams are coached by Jews. Here's our theory why

Menschwarmers · 19 Mar 2025

Menschwarmers explores the Jewish connections in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, noting that three of the four top seeds are coached by Jews: Bruce Pearl, Todd Golden, and Jon Scheyer.

0 Communities Jewish Law

The Role of the Rabbi

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 18 Mar 2025

The OU study on attrition within the observant Jewish community unexpectedly highlighted the significant role of rabbis and religious leaders in shaping individuals' religious experiences.

0 Antisemitism History

Columbia University hates the Jews.

Hana Raviyt Schank in Future of Jewish · 17 Mar 2025

Hana Raviyt Schank's essay discusses the rise of antisemitism at Columbia University following the Hamas-led attack on Israel in 2023, highlighting incidents of harassment and the university's inadequate response.

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