"Displaced Persons" by Joan Leegant is a collection of poignant stories focusing on characters struggling with afflictions, trauma, and a search for stability and renewal.

"Treasure" is a film directed by Julia von Heinz that delves into second-generation Holocaust trauma through the story of a father-daughter trip to Poland.

Rabbi Leon Morris, in his address at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, stresses the need for a new approach in American Reform Judaism that emphasizes Jewish learning, community cohesion, and a reconnection to Jewish peoplehood.

The article discusses the need to reclaim Zionism for the center ground amid controversies in the Jewish community.

Shaina Taub, creator of the musical "Suffs," recently quoted Rabbi Tarfon's famous Talmudic wisdom "You are not obliged to finish the work, but neither are you free to desist from it" at the Tony Awards, sparking reflection on its relevance in various contexts.

Hebrew Union College, a prominent Reform rabbinical seminary, has decided to drop its longstanding ban on admitting and ordaining rabbinical students in interfaith relationships, aligning with the Reform movement's acceptance of intermarriage.

A group of rabbis, including Rebecca Alpert, met with the UN Secretary General to support the call for a ceasefire in Gaza and criticized Israel's actions.

The author describes her journey of discovering Orthodoxy and halacha, starting with a fascination with the moon and the interconnectedness of Jewish women's power to the universe.

In a discussion with Sarah Hurwitz and Amy E. Schwartz, the evolving landscape of Jewish identity since October 7 is explored.

Sarah Hurwitz and Amy E. Schwartz engage in a candid discussion about the evolving Jewish identity post-October 7, exploring how some individuals are discreet about their Jewishness while others seek to reinforce their connection to the Jewish people.

Anouk Aimé, born Nicole Françoise Florence Dreyfus, passed away at 92 in Paris, leaving behind a rich legacy in French cinema.

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, a Limmud FSU weekend festival recently brought together 200 Ukrainian Jews in the relatively safe city of Uzhhorod for Jewish learning and culture, marking the first such event in Ukraine since the war began.

Aaron Zeitlin delves into his father Hillel Zeitlin's philosophical and theological perspectives on Jewish history, emphasizing the unique national identity and historical mission of the Jewish people.

Kosha Dillz, also known as Rami Even-Esh, discusses how he integrates his Jewish identity into his music to unite people of diverse backgrounds.

The debate over whether Israel should be a Jewish state or a state for Jews is deeply rooted in historical, cultural, and ideological perspectives.

In the movie "Treasure," Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry portray a father and daughter duo, Edek and Ruth, who embark on a journey to Poland, exploring their family's Holocaust history.

"Sabbath Queen" is a documentary that follows the journey of Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie, known for his drag character Rebbetzin Hadassah Gross, as he challenges boundaries in Jewish identity.

"The Forbidden Daughter" by Zipora Klein Jakob is a fictionalized Holocaust biography that delves into the multi-generational impact of trauma and loss, rather than focusing solely on the Holocaust itself.

Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female and Jewish president, has been inaccurately portraying her family's Holocaust survival story.

As Fathers Day approaches, the author challenges the notion that Jewishness is only passed down through the mother, advocating for the acceptance of patrilineal Jews.

Jewish life for teens in small communities from Iceland to Beijing involves navigating unique challenges such as heightened antisemitism and limited Jewish resources.

The text discusses the intriguing phenomenon of self-hating Jews, noting that even Jews can hold antisemitic views.

Sheryl Sandberg reflects on her initial misjudgment of the response to antisemitism after witnessing the rescue of hostages in Israel by researching and creating a documentary called "Screams Before Silence" about the sexual violence inflicted on the captives.

MLB veteran Kevin Pillar, currently enjoying success with the L.A. Angels, reflects on his identity as a Jewish baseball player.

"Kafka," a limited series now streaming on ChaiFlicks, offers a fresh and deeply Jewish perspective on writer Franz Kafka, exploring his Jewish identity, relationships, and influences.