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0 Politics Israel

Sapir · 3 Apr

The article explores Israel's challenge in shaping its international perception, noting that traditional defensive arguments are often counterproductive.

0 Education Politics

Boycotts: The Threat to Academic Freedom

Sapir · 3 Apr

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) recently shifted its stance, legitimizing academic boycotts as a form of political expression, a move that has sparked significant debate within academic circles.

0 Politics Culture

Huckabee Announces Adult Circumcision

Basha Lox in New Voices · 3 Mar

In a bizarre and controversial statement, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Nominee Mike Huckabee disclosed during his confirmation hearing that he had undergone an adult circumcision to align "mind, body, and soul" with Jewish values.

0 Sports Culture

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.

0 Holocaust History

Restitution project genealogists track down rightful heirs of Nazi-looted books

Lianne Kolirin in Jewish Insider · 10 Feb

The Looted Books Project, a collaboration between JewishGen and the Leo Baeck Institute, focuses on returning Nazi-looted books to their rightful heirs.

0 Sports Antisemitism

The International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame wants to resonate with younger audience. Here's how

Menschwarmers · 5 Feb

The hosts of Menschwarmers discuss the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame's efforts to resonate with younger audiences through a rebrand and enhanced digital presence.

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 Television/Film Culture

Quentin Tarantino Says He’s a Full-Time ‘Abba’ When He’s in Israel

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Jan

Quentin Tarantino, the acclaimed director known for films like "Pulp Fiction" and "Kill Bill," reveals how he divides his life between movie-making in Los Angeles and family life in Israel.

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 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 Culture

Brad Wilcox on Americans without Families

Tikvah · 10 Jan

Brad Wilcox explores the profound social implications of increasing numbers of unmarried and childless adults in America, highlighting a shift away from traditional family structures.

0 Sports Culture

Jake Retzlaff, Alamo Bowl champ, runs on matzah in first Manischewitz ad

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 3 Jan

Jake Retzlaff, quarterback for Brigham Young University's Cougars, celebrates two milestones as he concludes a remarkable 2024: winning the Alamo Bowl and starring in his first commercial for Jewish food brand Manischewitz.

0 Sports Culture

Jake Retzlaff, Alamo Bowl champ, runs on matzah in first Manischewitz ad

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 3 Jan

Jake Retzlaff, quarterback for Brigham Young University's Cougars, celebrates two milestones as he concludes a remarkable 2024: winning the Alamo Bowl and starring in his first commercial for Jewish food brand Manischewitz.

0 Culture Television/Film

What Do We Podcasters Read?

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 27 Dec 2024

The Commentary Magazine Podcast episode delves into how hosts prepare for their daily sessions, revealing a mix of extensive reading and casual spontaneity, along with some light-hearted banter about favorite vacation spots.

0 Sports Culture

The top 10 Jewish sports moments of 2024, from Jessica Fox’s Olympic dominance to Sam Salz’s historic college football debut

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 23 Dec 2024

Jewish athletes and sports figures created numerous headlines in 2024, exhibiting excellence and making history across various sports.

0 Holidays Culture

Hanukkah’s arrival on Christmas Day renews ‘Chrismukkah’ deliberations for interfaith families

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Dec 2024

As Hanukkah converges with Christmas on December 25, interfaith families like Sarah Levitin's and Laurie Beijen's navigate the complexities and opportunities of what some call "Chrismukkah."

0 Holocaust History

Defenders of the Jewish People: Remembering Israel’s Fallen Soldiers

Sarah Hershenson in Jewish Action · 17 Dec 2024

The article pays tribute to Israeli soldiers, particularly focusing on the stories of Sergeant First Class Amichai Yisrael Yehoshua Oster and Master Sergeant Tzvika Lavi, who lost their lives defending Israel in the Gaza conflict.

0 Television/Film Culture

Behind Meredith Marks’ Bat Mitzvah on ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Was the Perfect Rabbi

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 9 Dec 2024

Meredith Marks, a cast member of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," celebrated her bat mitzvah on national television at age 52, a poignant testament to Jewish identity and pride amid rising antisemitism.

0 Television/Film Culture

Behind Meredith Marks’ Bat Mitzvah on ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Was the Perfect Rabbi

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 9 Dec 2024

Meredith Marks, a cast member of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," celebrated her bat mitzvah on national television at age 52, a poignant testament to Jewish identity and pride amid rising antisemitism.

0 Television/Film Culture

All the Jewish TV to Stream In December 2024

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 5 Dec 2024

The article outlines a plethora of Jewish-themed TV shows and specials available for streaming during December 2024, highlighting a surge in Hanukkah-related content.

0 Sports Culture

Pass the matzo: Brigham Young’s Jewish quarterback lands endorsement deal with Manischewitz

Louis Keene in Forward · 5 Dec 2024

Jake Retzlaff, the Jewish starting quarterback at Brigham Young University (BYU), has signed an endorsement deal with Manischewitz under the NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness agreement.

0 Television/Film Culture

What to Know About Jewish ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Star Meredith Marks

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Dec 2024

Meredith Marks, a star of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, recently celebrated her bat mitzvah, an event featured in the show's fifth season.

0 Politics Culture

How changing daylight saving time may impact Jews

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 4 Dec 2024

Benyamin Cohen explores the potential impacts on Jewish practices if the U.S. changes its daylight saving time observance.

0 Sports Culture

BYU’s star Jewish quarterback Jake Retzlaff scores sponsorship deal with Manischewitz

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 4 Dec 2024

Jake Retzlaff, the Jewish starting quarterback for BYU, has secured a groundbreaking sponsorship deal with Manischewitz, marking the iconic kosher brand's first sports collaboration.

0 Sports Communities

Sam Salz is likely the first Orthodox Jew to appear in a Division I college football game

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 18 Nov 2024

Sam Salz, a senior wide receiver for Texas A&M, has made history by becoming likely the first Orthodox Jew to play in a NCAA Division I college football game.

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