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‘The Goldberg-Variations,’ a revival of famous George Tabori play, explores Jewish trauma through humor and satire
A black comedy about antisemitism and belief arrives at Manhattan’s Theater for the New City as the Jewish community prepares for the High Holidays and the anniversary of Oct. 7.…
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Investigation clears Ziegler rabbinical school deans of ethics code allegations
The Rabbinical Assembly's ethics committee found that Rabbis Bradley Shavit Artson and Cheryl Peretz "did not always meet the highest standards of conduct expected" of them. -- The post Investigation clears Ziegler…
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Jewish professor says Muhlenberg College fired her over pro-Palestinian social media posts
Maura Finkelstein was the subject of intense criticism by pro-Israel students and others. -- The post Jewish professor says Muhlenberg College fired her over pro-Palestinian social media posts appeared first on Jewish…
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Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC
"F--- Israel" and inverted triangles painted outside Rep. Adriano Espaillat's Washington Heights office. -- The post Congressman’s office vandalized as pro-Palestinian protests reignite across NYC appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.…
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In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border gains new resonance after Oct. 7
The real-life Kibbutz Kissufim lost 18 people in Hamas' attack, two years after the movie was filmed. -- The post In Netflix’s ‘Kissufim,’ a story about Israeli life on the Gaza border…
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US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between Israel and Hezbollah
Benjamin Netanyahu in a statement Thursday denied reports that he had agreed to the proposal, released before dawn in Israel. -- The post US and allies propose ceasefire as fighting escalates between…
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From securing a tortoise to 40 hours of choir rehearsal: How New York’s Temple Emanu-El prepares for the High Holidays
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are the busiest time at one of the most well-known synagogues in the country — here’s a behind-the-scenes peek at a year’s worth of preparation. -- The…
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Brandeis President Ron Liebowitz resigns after no-confidence vote that cited budget crisis and Gaza protests
Brandeis was the first private university to ban a chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine. -- The post Brandeis President Ron Liebowitz resigns after no-confidence vote that cited budget crisis and…
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Thousands of non-Jews order mezuzahs after a pro-Israel Christian puts one on her door in solidarity
Actress Patricia Heaton, who is Catholic, is drawing backlash for a campaign calling on people to put up mezuzahs in solidarity with the Jewish community. -- The post Thousands of non-Jews…
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Jewish Life Stories: George Berci, 103, the Holocaust survivor who revolutionized surgery
Notable Jews who died this month include a beloved Philadelphia cantor, Poland's first Progressive rabbi since the Shoah, and the longtime pianist and songwriter for Sha Na Na. -- The post Jewish…
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From Hostages Square, High Holiday prayers aim to transcend Israel’s fractured politics
"I felt like this place needed prayers," said Anat Sharbat, known as the unofficial rabbi of the square. -- The post From Hostages Square, High Holiday prayers aim to transcend Israel’s fractured…
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Some universities agreed to consider divesting from Israel — but aren’t giving protesters what they wanted
Still, Jewish leaders are skittish as a divestment vote nears at Brown University. -- The post Some universities agreed to consider divesting from Israel — but aren’t giving protesters what they wanted…
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Rare document that shows contributions of Jewish financier to American Revolution up for sale
Haym Salomon was also one of the founders and main donors to Mikveh Israel, a Philadelphia synagogue, still active today, nicknamed the 'Synagogue of the American Revolution.' -- The post Rare document…
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Biden warns against ‘full-scale war’ in Lebanon in speech to United Nations
Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated sharply in recent days. -- The post Biden warns against ‘full-scale war’ in Lebanon in speech to United Nations appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic…
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