Columbus, OH

The Forward

(JTA) — When pictures of a mural in Norway depicting Anne Frank wearing a keffiyeh began circulating online this week, Jewish voices swiftly denounced it as a hateful form of anti-Israel protest. “Depicting a Holocaust victim with a keffiyeh is a gross distortion of history,” the European Jewish Congress wrote in a statement. “Such acts...

Norwegian street artist defends mural of Anne Frank in a keffiyeh

(JTA) — David Biale, a professor of Jewish history who wrote award-winning books about heretics, free-thinkers, radicals and the marginalized in a method he called “counterhistory,” died Sunday of cancer. He was 75. The author and editor of nine books, Biale was considered a trailblazer in the fields of Jewish studies and Jewish history, challenging...

David Biale, scholar of Jewish thinkers and ideas on the margins, dies at 75

(JTA) — When Israeli musician Yagel Haroush set out to write a mournful song about the destruction of Kibbutz Be’eri on Oct. 7, he described it as both a therapeutic exercise and an attempt to grapple with a gruesome reality. He was also tapping into an ancient and timely tradition. Every year, on the fast...

In first Tisha B’Av after Oct. 7, Jewish writers, musicians, and lay leaders compose new liturgy and traditions to mourn a fresh tragedy

When Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to Congress this past July, protesters marched through the streets carrying a giant effigy of the Israeli prime minister, horns arcing from his forehead.  When other pro-Palestinian activists sprayed red paint on Cas Holloway’s apartment door, they dropped flyers depicting the Columbia University executive behind bars with small red horns protruding...

Are Jewish horns having a comeback? The history behind the antisemitic stereotype

(JTA) — “It has been said that the Weimar Republic died twice,” Timothy Ryback writes. “It was murdered, and it committed suicide.” In his new book, “Takeover: Hitler’s Final Rise to Power,” we know who the murderer is. But Ryback also sets out to show how the Nazi leader came to power in a functioning...

In new book, historian describes the lessons learned — and ignored — from Hitler’s rise

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

(JTA) — A new excavation has unearthed parts of the Great Synagogue of Vilna, once the oldest and most important building for Lithuanian Jews before it was destroyed by the Nazis and razed by the Soviets. Archeologists found the synagogue floor decorated with red, black and white flowers, along...

Archeologists uncover floor of the Great Synagogue of Vilna, destroyed by the Nazis and Soviets

Fox News

The excavation is one of the many carried out in the City of David National Park to help expand and reassess the understanding of history and biblical accounts of the ancient city.

Archaeological dig in Jerusalem finds fortifications believed to be from time of King David: See the photos

(The Conversation) — “Tradition!” rings out the opening line of “Fiddler on the Roof,” the Broadway play that brought Jewish life to stages around the world. The 1964 musical gives audiences a window into Yiddish-speaking, rural Jewish life in 19th-century Europe. For many people, this...

‘Fiddler on the Roof’ may be many Americans’ image of Judaism, but American Jews’ heritage is stunningly diverse

Los Angeles County, CA

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Actor Richard Deacon found fame on classic TV sitcoms such as The Dick Van Dyke Show (CBS, 1961-1966), on which he played Mel Cooley, and Leave it to Beaver (CBS, 1957-1963), in which which he portrayed neihbor Fred Rutherford. Both characters were married to women, while Fred had a son.

The Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Deacon ('Dick Van Dyke Show'): 30 Years After His Tragic Death

South Dakota State

Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

Germany will take in descendants of citizens denied their rights by the Nazis during the 1930s and ’40s. Some Jewish Americans are tackling the paperwork for more opportunities.

For some American Jews, a path to German citizenship opens options their ancestors never had

Blavity

The legacy of slavery is alive and well in the United States, but efforts to trace its exact impact can often be complicated and difficult. One man’s attempts to learn about his own family, including his enslaved ancestors, has unearthed a surprising connection to one of the country’s most prominent political families.

Man Discovers Bush Family’s Ancestors Enslaved His Ancestors

Manhattan Beach, CA

Editor's note: This article was originally published on April 13, 2021. It has since been updated. Nearly a century ago, a Black couple was compelled to surrender their beachfront resort in Manhattan Beach, California, known for its scenic views. At the time, the area was home to dozens of Black families, and the couple's lodge was filled with the energy and music of Black entertainers. Unfortunately, Charles and Willa Bruce were forcibly removed from their property by city officials, amid severe racial segregation and harassment from white neighbors and the Ku Klux Klan. Now, their descendants are likely to receive the property, Los Angeles County officials have stated. Officials, collaborating with lawmakers, aim to return the property—now valued at $75 million, according to CNN.

Black family receives million-dollar home that was confiscated from them during Jim Crow era

You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats. From women warriors to your favorite movie snack, Native American tribes have contributed more to society than you...

19 Facts Many People Don’t Know About Native Americans

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Minnesota State

After millions in funding from pro-Israel donors helped bring about the defeat of two members of the “Squad,” the far-left contingent of Democrats, some activists said the third target was clear. “Yes, the removal of Ilhan Omar from Congress IS possible,” read a Wednesday social media post about...

Why pro-Israel groups aren’t going after Ilhan Omar, even after helping oust other Squad members

The Conversation U.S.

Even as Germany’s defeat loomed, the Nazis deported nearly 1,700 Jews of the Ladino-speaking community of Rhodes to concentration camps.

Remembering the longest journey to Auschwitz – the deportation of Rhodes’ Jews decimated a small but vibrant community with centuries of Mediterranean history

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Deception has a long history in human storytelling. People have always told tall tales and fabricated stories, sometimes to impress, sometimes to protect, and sometimes just for the thrill of it. From mythical creatures to legendary curses, these untruths have left a lasting mark on humanity's collective imagination.

12 Biggest Lies Told in Human History

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At 91, Rabbi Yitz Greenberg writes the ‘big book’ his admirers had been waiting for

In the late 1990s, I would joke that my family and I lived on “Planet Yitz.”. Our children attended SAR Academy, the co-ed, educationally progressive Modern...

At 91, Rabbi Yitz Greenberg writes the ‘big book’ his admirers had been waiting for

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