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From 5 a.m. tipoffs to bar mitzvah trips, Israelis are reveling in Deni Avdija’s breakout season

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 11 Apr

Deni Avdija, the only Israeli in the NBA, is experiencing a standout season with the Portland Trail Blazers, much to the delight of Israeli fans.

0 Television/Film Culture

Why Nick Jonas should not sing ‘Shiksa Goddess,’ the outdated song from ‘The Last Five Years’

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward · 9 Apr

In the Broadway production of Jason Robert Brown's musical "The Last Five Years," Nick Jonas's performance of the song "Shiksa Goddess" has sparked controversy due to its outdated stereotypes and offensive language.

0 Antisemitism Education

UW Jewish Students: We Will Define Anti-Semitism

The Cholent in The Cholent · 4 Apr

In a poignant piece by University of Washington senior Marni Merritt, the article highlights the rise in antisemitism Jewish students have faced on campus, particularly since October 7, 2023.

0 Politics Israel

Senate rejects Bernie Sanders’ proposal to block some weapons sales to Israel

Grace Gilson in Forward · 4 Apr

The U.S. Senate decisively rejected a proposal by Senator Bernie Sanders to block an $8.8 billion sale of bombs and other weapons to Israel, with the vote tallying 82-15, entirely along partisan lines.

0 Sports Culture

The Trail Blazers let Deni Avdija cook, and minted a franchise player in the process

Louis Keene in Forward · 28 Mar

Israeli-born NBA player Deni Avdija has exceeded expectations since joining the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming a key figure in the team's resurgence despite missing the playoffs.

0 Politics Israel

Mike Huckabee, in confirmation hearing to be ambassador to Israel, says he won’t run US policy there

Grace Gilson in JTA · 25 Mar

During his confirmation hearing as the nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee emphasized that despite his personal support for Israel annexing the West Bank, his role would be to implement, not dictate, President Donald Trump's policies.

0 Politics Israel

‘We are People of the Book’: At Senate hearing, Mike Huckabee defends Christian Zionist beliefs and support for Israel

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 25 Mar

Mike Huckabee, President Trump's nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Israel, faced Senate questioning regarding his strong Christian Zionist beliefs, which align closely with the Republican stance on Israeli policies, particularly concerning West Bank annexation.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Ken Brodkin: A Shul Becomes Orthodox [Outreach 5/5]

18forty · 4 Mar

Rabbi Ken Brodkin led the transition of Congregation B’nai Israel in Manalapan, New Jersey, to full Orthodox affiliation while maintaining a welcoming environment for Jews of all backgrounds.

0 History Holocaust

"Struma" Ship Disaster a Reminder: Pray Daily for the Hostages and Survivors

Jewdicious · 24 Feb

Eighty-three years after the Struma disaster, which saw over 790 Jewish refugees lose their lives in a tragic maritime event, the story of David Stoliar, the disaster's sole survivor, continues to resonate.

0 Politics Communities

Lobby Day Faces New Challenges

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 7 Feb

The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Seattle faced significant challenges during their annual Lobby Day, primarily due to a constrained state budget and the loss of veteran legislative allies.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What would Trump’s plan to shut down the Education Dept. mean for antisemitism investigations?

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 4 Feb

President Donald Trump is considering an executive order to significantly downsize or even abolish the Department of Education, which currently handles the majority of federal investigations into antisemitism, particularly in educational institutions.

0 Politics Education

Trump administration opens antisemitism investigations at 5 universities, including Columbia and Berkeley

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 4 Feb

Amid rising concerns over antisemitism on college campuses, the Trump administration has initiated new Title VI civil rights investigations into five universities, including Columbia and UC Berkeley, for alleged antisemitic harassment.

0 Antisemitism Politics

One point of consistency amid Trump’s rapid changes: a drumbeat of federal campus antisemitism investigations

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 3 Feb

Amid the broader shifts in policies under President Trump, there is continuity in the federal commitment to combating campus antisemitism, as seen with the continuation and expansion of Title VI civil rights investigations into antisemitic incidents at universities.

0 Politics Jewish Law

Sen. Ron Wyden says the Democrats need ‘chutzpah’ to return to power

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 2 Feb

Senator Ron Wyden, a Jewish Democrat from Oregon, emphasizes the need for Democrats to harness 'chutzpah,' defined as moral courage, to counteract the policies of the Trump administration.

0 Sports Culture

Deni Avdija, the NBA’s only Israeli, is making a mark on the Portland Trail Blazers

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 31 Jan

Deni Avdija, the only Israeli player in the NBA, recently delivered a career performance with the Portland Trail Blazers, scoring 30 points in a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.

0 Communities Politics

‘I’m not waiting until they come to round us up’: Transgender Jews and their families search for safety as Trump takes aim at their rights

Asaf Elia-Shalev in Forward · 31 Jan

Faced with increasing threats to transgender rights under President Trump's administration, transgender Jews like Russel Neiss and his family are searching for safe havens that respect both their gender identity and Orthodox Jewish lifestyle.

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 Politics Leadership

Why Is Trump Still Holding Rallies?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 24 Jan

The discussion delves into Donald Trump's continued rallies, examining whether they are a mere exercise in self-indulgence or a strategic move to maintain political influence as a lame duck president.

0 Politics Culture

The Trump Immigration Fire Hose

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 23 Jan

The podcast discusses the Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies, which are met with shock from liberals and Democrats.

0 Politics Culture

You Gotta Take the Good with the Bad

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 21 Jan

Eli Lake joins the Commentary Magazine podcast to discuss President Trump's inaugural day activities and controversial executive actions, including pardoning January 6th insurrectionists and reshaping federal policies around gender and wokeness.

0 Education Communities

Childhood Regained

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 7 Jan

Professor Jonathan Haidt from NYU has sparked a movement limiting smartphone use among youth, emphasizing the need to restore elements of childhood lost to modern technology.

0 Culture Food

Hanukkah Cholent Day 2: Misses

Emily Alhadeff in The Cholent · 27 Dec 2024

Emily Alhadeff reflects on a series of unrealized dreams and business failures in the Jewish community, focusing on the elusive nature of successful kosher restaurants in Seattle, such as bagel shops and vegan delis.

0 Sports Culture

First Israeli MLB coach heads to Miami as Joc Pederson nabs $37M Texas Rangers contract

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 27 Dec 2024

2024 marked a triumphant year for Jewish athletes worldwide, featuring groundbreaking achievements and historical moments.

0 Jewish Law Communities

Welcoming October 8th Jews Home: A Symposium, Part 2

JA Mag in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2024

The symposium explores different perspectives on Jewish outreach, emphasizing the importance of fostering Jewish identity and pride, even if it doesn't immediately lead to full observance of mitzvot.

0 Education Communities

Getting More Jewish Kids into Jewish Schools

Rachel Schwartzberg in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2024

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools (CoJDS) has launched a new initiative called "Coming Home" to promote Jewish education by increasing enrollment in Jewish day schools.

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