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for Monday, March 31, 2025

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Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Yarden Bibas says ‘I am here because of Trump’ and pleads with him to stop the Gaza war

Ben Sales in JTA

In an emotional plea on CBS's 60 Minutes, Yarden Bibas, a former hostage, called on former President Donald Trump to intervene in the ongoing Gaza conflict and facilitate the return of hostages still held by Hamas.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Palestinian 'activism' is actually domestic terrorism.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

Joshua Hoffman critiques the extremist tactics of Palestine Action, which he argues are more akin to domestic terrorism than traditional activism.

0 Politics Communities

Trump’s plan to enlist Elon Musk began at Lubavitcher Rebbe’s grave

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Donald Trump orchestrated a plan to recruit Elon Musk for a new governmental role after visiting the Lubavitcher Rebbe's grave, a strategic move to gain support from Orthodox Jewish voters.

Philosophy ›

0 Philosophy History

The Body of Israel

Shmuel Chaim Naiman in Lehrhaus

Shmuel Chaim Naiman's exploration of the connection between the People and the Land of Israel underscores how integral this relationship is to Jewish identity and history.

Communities ›

0 Communities Education

Leaving the Fold

Emes Ve-Emunah

The Orthodox Union (OU) has undertaken a study to explore the reasons behind Orthodox Jews leaving their religious community, an issue that grows alongside the observant community itself.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Culture

In this Jewish family, everybody needs therapy — especially the therapists themselves

Simi Horwitz in Forward

Family Therapy is an Argentinian TV series directed by Alejandra Ciancio, exploring modern family dynamics through the lens of two married psychotherapists, Susi and Jose, played by real-life couple Carola Reyna and Boy Olmi.

History ›

0 History Politics

You've never heard a Palestinian say this before.

Joel Meyer in Future of Jewish

The article explores the complex historical and political context of Jerusalem, particularly focusing on the Al-Aqsa complex's significance for Muslims and the restricted access for non-Muslims.