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FBI returns Monet painting stolen by Nazis to family of the Jewish owners

A looted Monet pastel has been returned to the descendants of its original Jewish owners, marking a significant act of justice.
The return symbolizes not just recovery of art, but restoration of family heritage and history.

I am hitting a wall': heir of Jewish art collector calls for restitution from Germany

Michael Hulton, heir to a Jewish art collector, faces ongoing delays in receiving restitution for valuable art pieces in Germany.

FBI returns Monet painting stolen by Nazis to family of the Jewish owners

A looted Monet pastel has been returned to the descendants of its original Jewish owners, marking a significant act of justice.
The return symbolizes not just recovery of art, but restoration of family heritage and history.

I am hitting a wall': heir of Jewish art collector calls for restitution from Germany

Michael Hulton, heir to a Jewish art collector, faces ongoing delays in receiving restitution for valuable art pieces in Germany.
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Presentation of analysis on Christopher Columbus' alleged remains postponed indefinitely

Jose Antonio Lorente has postponed his findings presentation and now plans to publish all DNA data regarding Christopher Columbus's alleged remains.
#antisemitism

Antisemitism campaign group say Rio Cinema's Eurovision snub 'betrays their Jewish heritage'

The Rio Cinema in east London refused to screen Eurovision final due to Israel's participation, facing criticism for alleged antisemitism.

Thousands march to remember Jewish veterans

The annual AJEX parade commemorated Jewish contributions to military history and solidarity against antisemitism, marking significant anniversaries and honoring veterans.

Antisemitism campaign group say Rio Cinema's Eurovision snub 'betrays their Jewish heritage'

The Rio Cinema in east London refused to screen Eurovision final due to Israel's participation, facing criticism for alleged antisemitism.

Thousands march to remember Jewish veterans

The annual AJEX parade commemorated Jewish contributions to military history and solidarity against antisemitism, marking significant anniversaries and honoring veterans.
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#film

In 'A Real Pain,' Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin Explore Their Polish-Jewish Heritage

Jewish-heritage tourism confronts historical trauma and personal loss, offering a stark contrast to conventional travel experiences.

FilmWatch Weekly: 'A Real Pain,' Portland's QDoc Festival, and Andrea Arnold's 'Bird' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Eisenberg and Culkin explore themes of grief and identity in their film, set against the backdrop of Jewish historical sites.

In 'A Real Pain,' Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin Explore Their Polish-Jewish Heritage

Jewish-heritage tourism confronts historical trauma and personal loss, offering a stark contrast to conventional travel experiences.

FilmWatch Weekly: 'A Real Pain,' Portland's QDoc Festival, and Andrea Arnold's 'Bird' * Oregon ArtsWatch

Eisenberg and Culkin explore themes of grief and identity in their film, set against the backdrop of Jewish historical sites.
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#holocaust

Finally, a Holocaust Movie With No Lessons

'A Real Pain' offers a fresh perspective on the Holocaust, emphasizing generational trauma over graphic representation.
The film avoids the didactic conclusions common in Holocaust narratives, presenting a more nuanced portrayal.

Why I'll Never Stop Sharing My Holocaust Story

Tikkun olam emphasizes the responsibility to repair the world through kindness and social justice, inspired by the teachings of Kabbalah.

Finally, a Holocaust Movie With No Lessons

'A Real Pain' offers a fresh perspective on the Holocaust, emphasizing generational trauma over graphic representation.
The film avoids the didactic conclusions common in Holocaust narratives, presenting a more nuanced portrayal.

Why I'll Never Stop Sharing My Holocaust Story

Tikkun olam emphasizes the responsibility to repair the world through kindness and social justice, inspired by the teachings of Kabbalah.
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#film-analysis

In 'A Real Pain,' Jewish cousins tour Poland, cracking jokes and confronting the past

Jesse Eisenberg's film A Real Pain explores Jewish heritage tourism, blending humor with profound themes of family and the weight of history.

How Resilient Are Jewish American Traditions?

The article highlights the complex dynamics of cultural assimilation experienced by immigrants across generations, blurring the line between heritage and identity.

In 'A Real Pain,' Jewish cousins tour Poland, cracking jokes and confronting the past

Jesse Eisenberg's film A Real Pain explores Jewish heritage tourism, blending humor with profound themes of family and the weight of history.

How Resilient Are Jewish American Traditions?

The article highlights the complex dynamics of cultural assimilation experienced by immigrants across generations, blurring the line between heritage and identity.
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My older mom is losing her memory. I'm rushing to plan my wedding while she still remembers my partner.

The author emphasizes the emotional challenges of caring for a parent with memory loss and the importance of seeking support.

Debates about Columbus' Spanish Jewish ancestry are not new the claim was once a bid for social acceptance

Columbus may have had Spanish Jewish ancestry, but he did not identify as Jewish and supported the expulsion of Jews from Spain.

S8, Ep2: Rob Rinder, barrister and television host

Rob Rinder shares personal stories and insights on comfort food, heritage, and the importance of remembrance in his life and work.

Heinz-Peter King obituary

Heinz-Peter King was a distinguished medieval historian whose scholarly work significantly contributed to the understanding of monastic history in the Latin Church.

Christopher Columbus was Spanish and Jewish, documentary reveals

Christopher Columbus was revealed to be Jewish and from Spain through DNA analysis, overturning longstanding beliefs about his Italian origins.

Fashionistas gathered in Hudson Yards for Israeli Designer Pop Up | amNewYork

New Yorkers showcased Israeli fashion designers, emphasizing cultural significance and contemporary style ahead of Rosh Hashanah.

Cranach portrait will be sold in accord between Pennsylvania museum and Jewish heirs

The Allentown Art Museum settles with the heirs of a Jewish owner to auction a portrait linked to the Nazi era.

Why a kosher restaurant on the Lower East Side has a mural depicting 2,000 years of Jewish tragedies - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

The Sweet Dreams Cafe uniquely intertwines Jewish history and culture through art and cuisine, fostering pride and community in a modern setting.

Biden was my boss. I resigned because as a Jew I cannot endorse the Gaza catastrophe | Lily Greenberg Call

First Jewish politically appointed official resigned from the Department of the Interior in protest of President Biden's endorsement of genocide in Gaza.

New Brooklyn tradition celebrates Asian and Jewish heritages

The event celebrated the blend of Jewish and Asian American Pacific Islander cultures, highlighting their contributions to America.

Larry Bensky, the signature voice of KPFA news radio, dead at 87

Larry Bensky, a dedicated radio journalist with an activist spirit, covered significant events with detail and passion, earning respect from the leftist community.

After years of documenting Jewish food traditions, Joan Nathan focuses on her family's

Joan Nathan's final book, a memoir and cookbook, explores her personal culinary history rooted in family traditions and Jewish heritage.
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Bernie Sanders' background, political journey, and personal life details highlighted.

Part of My Core': How Schumer Decided to Speak Out Against Netanyahu

Senator Chuck Schumer, a prominent Jewish official, made a bold speech criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, highlighting the complexity of U.S.-Israeli relations.
Schumer's upbringing in Jewish Brooklyn deeply influenced his decision to speak out against Netanyahu, emphasizing the importance of staying true to his beliefs and heritage.

Lena Dunham and Stephen Fry connect with their Jewish heritage in new film Treasure'

The film Treasure features Stephen Fry and Lena Dunham as a father-daughter duo, based on Lily Brett's book Too Many Men.
Both actors connected with their Jewish heritage through the film's storyline and characters.

Maurice Sendak delights children with new book, 12 years after his death

Maurice Sendak's posthumous book Ten Little Rabbits features Mino the Magician and a group of unruly rabbits.
Sendak's illustrations capture a wide range of emotions and his characters often resemble himself.
Sendak's works were influenced by his Jewish-Polish American heritage and his self-portraits can be seen in his earlier books.
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