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Daniel Socher in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Jun

Steven Spielberg's latest film, "Disclosure Day," marks a return to the director's recurring theme of transcendent, religious experiences, despite not being overtly Jewish in content.

0 Torah Philosophy

Do You See the Cup Half Full?

chanaweismancopy in Mishpacha · 11 Jun

This commentary on Parshas Shelach draws connections between the sin of the Meraglim (spies) and the themes of perspective and gratitude.

0 Education Holocaust

As the last generation of Holocaust survivors die, is AI the future of Holocaust education?

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 16 Feb

With the aging population of Holocaust survivors posing a challenge to traditional Holocaust education, new initiatives are leveraging AI technology to preserve these vital personal testimonies.

0 Politics Israel

Where Israel Goes Next. The Real War on Christmas. Plus. . .

The Free Press in The Free Press · 24 Dec 2025

Matti Friedman's essay in The Free Press reflects on the societal and political changes in Israel at the end of 2025.

0 Literature Culture

The Jewish Picture Books Everyone’s Talking About

Alexandra Lapkin Schwank in Hadassah · 6 Nov 2025

Jewish children's picture books have seen a resurgence, offering a diverse range of stories that celebrate Jewish traditions, resilience, and multicultural experiences.

0 Jewish Law Politics

After three years in Israel, Reform convert told she can’t make aliyah

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 21 Oct 2025

Isabella Vinci, a Reform convert to Judaism, faces challenges in making aliyah to Israel due to her conversion being completed online during the COVID-19 pandemic and perceived insufficient community involvement post-conversion.

0 Jewish Law Politics

She converted during the pandemic. Israeli immigration officials say her Zoom course doesn’t count

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 21 Oct 2025

Isabella Vinci's application for Israeli citizenship under the Law of Return was denied by Israel's Population and Immigration Authority due to her conversion process occurring primarily online during the COVID-19 pandemic.

0 Holidays Torah

The Month of Bul

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 21 Oct 2025

The article explores the significance of the month of Cheshvan, also known biblically as Bul, which marks the completion of the First Temple's construction.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

This Year, Uproot the Sameach

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 9 Sep 2025

Cindy Scarr explores the enigmatic letter samech in the Torah, noting its rare appearance as the initial letter in passages related to grave national sins, such as the Golden Calf and the spies' report.

0 Sports History

Jewish baseball fans have created an exhaustive list of Jewish players. They missed Monte Pfeiffer.

Scott Barancik in Forward · 14 Aug 2025

Monte Pfeiffer, a little-known Jewish baseball player from the early 20th century, has been rediscovered and added to the rare list of Jewish major leaguers, thanks to the sleuthing of Yankees fan and lawyer Zak Kranc.

0 Culture Politics

When did JewBelong get so aggressive?

Mira Fox in Forward · 25 Jun 2025

JewBelong, known for its vibrant pink billboards, has shifted its focus from general Jewish outreach to overtly aggressive pro-Israel advocacy.

0 Antisemitism Politics

AJC’s CEO Ted Deutch: Messages That Moved Me After the D.C. Tragedy

People of the Pod · 29 May 2025

AJC CEO Ted Deutch reflects on the murders of Israeli embassy employees Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim and emphasizes the need for creating a safer future for Jews worldwide.

0 Communities Culture

In Jerusalem and DC, Messianic and Episcopal communities mourn Capital Jewish Museum shooting victims as their own

Asaf Elia-Shalev in JTA · 29 May 2025

Following the tragic shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington D.C., the Messianic and Episcopal communities in Jerusalem and the U.S. have come together to mourn their deaths.

0 Communities Jewish Law

What is Messianic Judaism?

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 22 May 2025

Messianic Judaism is a religious movement comprising both Jews and non-Jews who adhere to traditional Jewish practices while believing in Jesus as the messiah.

0 Antisemitism Politics

For those who warned of ‘Free Palestine’ violence, fatal shooting at DC Jewish museum offers grim validation

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 22 May 2025

In a tragic escalation of tensions, two Israeli embassy staffers were killed outside a Jewish museum in Washington D.C. by an assailant shouting pro-Palestinian slogans.

0 Culture Television/Film

Paul Rudd Dishes on His Past as a Bar and Bat Mitzvah DJ

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 7 May 2025

Paul Rudd once worked as a DJ for bar and bat mitzvahs during his acting school days, using his skills to entertain young crowds with hit tunes of the late 80s and early 90s.

0 Literature Culture

10 Jewish highlights and controversies from 100 years of The New Yorker

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 24 Feb 2025

Celebrating The New Yorker's centennial, this piece explores its significant engagement with Jewish themes and contributors.

0 Politics Television/Film

Trump at the Super Bowl

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 10 Feb 2025

The episode critically examines the political dynamics of Trump's appearance at the Super Bowl and his administration's strategies towards federal overspending, including Doge's controversial role in targeting federal agencies.

0 Politics Culture

Super Bowl performer ejected after displaying Palestinian/Sudanese flag that said ‘Gaza’

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 10 Feb 2025

During the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans, a performer was ejected for unveiling a flag featuring the Sudanese and Palestinian flags with the words "Sudan" and "Gaza."

0 Sports Culture

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

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 24 Jan 2025

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

0 Politics Leadership

Who's Whispering in Trump's Ear?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 11 Nov 2024

The episode discusses key appointments in Trump's incoming administration, particularly focusing on the likely roles of Elise Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador and Tom Homan as Border Czar, and their potential implications for U.S. foreign and immigration policy.

0 Communities Holidays

The Sukkah Builder

Steve Lipman in Jewish Action · 4 Oct 2022

Dr. Jay Robinow, a semi-retired radiation oncologist in Kansas City, Missouri, has devoted over fifteen years to building sukkot for both his local Jewish community and others across the state line in Kansas.

0 Culture Language

The Language of Privilege

Nicholas Clairmont in Tablet · 29 Sep 2020

Nicholas Clairmont critiques the language associated with "wokeness," suggesting it is a complex dialect that ostensibly aims to empower marginalized communities but actually fortifies existing power structures, favoring the elite.

0 Television/Film Art

Frederick Wiseman’s Cosmic Joke

Jeremy Sigler in Tablet · 15 Dec 2014

Frederick Wiseman, a pioneering documentary filmmaker known for his subtle yet profound explorations of everyday life, remains a unique figure in cinema.

0 Art Culture

After Delays, San Francisco Museum Finally Breaks Ground

Forward · 18 Aug 2006

The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco has finally commenced construction on a new Daniel Libeskind-designed building after overcoming multiple delays and financial hurdles.

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