In "Civil War," a film reviewed by John Nathan, director Alex Garland portrays a disunited United States where a photojournalist and a writer embark on a road trip to interview a besieged president amidst chaos and conflict.

Catharine Beecher, in 1829, used the story of Queen Esther from the Purim narrative as a model for advocating for Native Americans.

In the first podcast of 2024, the hosts discuss a controversial opinion piece and provide updates on the presidential race, touching on Nikki Haley's response to the Civil War, Joe Biden's New Year's Eve appearance, and the involvement of Maine's secretary of state in assisting Donald Trump.

The text describes various events and issues that occurred in the Jewish world in 2023.

Isaac Arazi, the former president of Lebanons small Jewish community, has died at the age of 80.

The editor reflects on the current state of Israel and the Jewish diaspora, highlighting the pressing dangers and increase in anti-Israel sentiment and antisemitism.

This text describes the author's experience during a war in Israel.

Israel has evacuated over 200 people, including Israeli citizens and those eligible to immigrate to Israel, from a conflict region in Ethiopia.

This article discusses the controversy surrounding the removal of Confederate monuments and the aftermath of the Charlottesville protests in 2017.

The author discusses the recent passage of a judicial reform bill in the Knesset that has caused divisions and threatens the democratic nature of Israel.

Israel's parliament is set to vote on a measure that would bar the Supreme Court from striking down government decisions it deems unreasonable.

The author of this opinion piece reflects on recent protests in Israel and shares the perspectives of her children and grandchildren, who have diverse political and religious backgrounds.

This article discusses the hunt for Judah P. Benjamin, the former secretary of state of the Confederacy, who was believed to have played a role in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln.

Author Helen Schulman, known for her previous works in fiction, has released a new novel titled Lucky Dogs, which follows the intertwined lives of two women, Meredith and Nina, as they navigate complex and betraying relationships in various settings like Paris, Sarajevo, Tel Aviv, and LA.

Israel is facing significant challenges that threaten its status as a democracy and its international standing.

The recent protests in Israel have led to a pause in the government's judicial reform, raising questions about whether the current government can be trusted to implement necessary reforms.

Prime Minister Netanyahu is facing the consequences of his own political tactics as he finds himself trapped in a coalition he created.

The text discusses the potential consequences of opposing Netanyahu's plans to weaken the independence of the judiciary in Israel, raising concerns about a potential fracture in Israeli society that could escalate into violence.

In this episode of Hebrew Hammer, Yael and Schwab delve into the complexities of Hanukkah, challenging traditional perceptions of the holiday by exploring what the Maccabees truly fought for and examining their legacy.

The text describes a journey through a slum in a capital city with vivid descriptions of the environment and encounters with various individuals, including a former elite Guatemalan soldier known as a Kaibil.

The article discusses the possibility of a future civil war in the United States, triggered by a contested election.

The author discusses different perspectives on freedom from various American authors from the Civil War era.

"Roundabout of Death" is a novel by Faysal Khartash that provides a realistic and minimalist account of the war in Syria, particularly in Aleppo.

The recent escalation between Israel and Gaza militants has led to a new and concerning development: internal Arab-Jewish violence in mixed cities in Israel.

The Talmudic tractate Shekalim is a love song to taxes and why they matter.