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What's the secret to great babka? It could be the kvetching, or the chocolate

Babka embodies cultural heritage and connects generations through its comforting and nostalgic qualities.

An Eater's Guide to Hanukkah 2024 in Los Angeles

Hanukkah is celebrated with festive games, oil-fried foods, and gift-giving, and Los Angeles has many options for dining and takeout.

BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff Signs Manischewitz NIL Deal | Entrepreneur

Jake Retzlaff, a Jewish quarterback at BYU, is making history and embracing his culture through a partnership with Manischewitz.

Word Game: Dec. 4, 2024

The Menorah symbolizes Jewish worship, culture, and resilience in history.
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'A conversation-starter': Marijuana in Jewish life, both ancient and modern, is focus of new museum exhibit

The 'Kosher Kush' exhibit explores the historical use of cannabis in Jewish culture, challenging traditional perceptions and encouraging discourse on its significance.

Baffling': Hounslow Council criticised after axing Jewish exhibition over 'safety fears'

Hounslow Council has postponed an exhibition about Jewish culture due to safety concerns, drawing criticism from the Board of Deputies of British Jews.
The exhibition, called Jewish Living Experience, aimed to teach non-Jews about Jewish life and traditions.

'A conversation-starter': Marijuana in Jewish life, both ancient and modern, is focus of new museum exhibit

The 'Kosher Kush' exhibit explores the historical use of cannabis in Jewish culture, challenging traditional perceptions and encouraging discourse on its significance.

Baffling': Hounslow Council criticised after axing Jewish exhibition over 'safety fears'

Hounslow Council has postponed an exhibition about Jewish culture due to safety concerns, drawing criticism from the Board of Deputies of British Jews.
The exhibition, called Jewish Living Experience, aimed to teach non-Jews about Jewish life and traditions.
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Contemporary Jewish Museum In Downtown SF to Lay Off Much of Its Staff, Close for One Year or More

The Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco will close for at least one year due to budget shortfalls and will lay off nearly two-thirds of its staff.
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The urban sukkah: In NYC, they're on rooftops, terraces, sidewalks and more

New Yorkers creatively adapt space for Sukkot due to limited outdoor areas, building sukkahs in alleys, sidewalks, and rooftops.

Photos: Jewish drag artists raise money for Brooklyn and Gaza refugees

Full Moon Drag creatively combined the Jewish tradition of Sukkot with contemporary issues, raising funds and promoting solidarity for marginalized communities.

The urban sukkah: In NYC, they're on rooftops, terraces, sidewalks and more

New Yorkers creatively adapt space for Sukkot due to limited outdoor areas, building sukkahs in alleys, sidewalks, and rooftops.

Photos: Jewish drag artists raise money for Brooklyn and Gaza refugees

Full Moon Drag creatively combined the Jewish tradition of Sukkot with contemporary issues, raising funds and promoting solidarity for marginalized communities.
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In 'Nobody Wants This,' rom-com gets century-old tropes with a new twist - the cute rabbi

The article discusses interfaith relationships through the lens of the show "Nobody Wants This," reflecting cultural shifts in Judaism and romantic dynamics.

This Is The Major Issue Jewish Women Have With "Nobody Wants This"

The show 'Nobody Wants This' has garnered both praise for chemistry and critiques over its representation of Jewish women.

In 'Nobody Wants This,' rom-com gets century-old tropes with a new twist - the cute rabbi

The article discusses interfaith relationships through the lens of the show "Nobody Wants This," reflecting cultural shifts in Judaism and romantic dynamics.

This Is The Major Issue Jewish Women Have With "Nobody Wants This"

The show 'Nobody Wants This' has garnered both praise for chemistry and critiques over its representation of Jewish women.
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How Do I Raise Jewish Kids Right Now?

Raising Jewish children in today's complex world requires addressing contemporary issues while fostering cultural and religious identity.

For Jewish White Sox fans, this season has made a bad year even worse

The Chicago White Sox's disastrous season has added to the misery felt by their Jewish fanbase during a tough year.

Mark Podwal, Prolific Artist of Jewish Themes, Dies at 79

Mark Podwal skillfully blended his careers as a dermatologist and political cartoonist, using art to comment on significant historical and social issues.

"Judaism is inherently gay," Ben Platt explains as he marries his longtime boyfriend - LGBTQ Nation

Ben Platt and Noah Galvin celebrated their wedding in a vibrant, themed event reflecting their identities and love.
They wore stunning outfits, embraced cultural traditions, and created lasting memories during their Labor Day weekend wedding.

Brooklyn bookstore to fire employee who nixed event with progressive Jewish author and 'Zionist' moderator - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

The cancellation of the book event highlights tensions in Jewish discourse surrounding Zionism, particularly within community spaces like bookstores.

Fiddler on the Roof

A new production of Fiddler on the Roof at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre evokes poignancy, exuberance, and grief for a lost world due to social progress and persecution.

Charlotte Church says she's been threatened 'by some pretty scary people' since pro-Palestine protest

Charlotte Church faced threats due to participating in pro-Palestine event
She denied accusations of antisemitism and emphasized her respect for Jewish culture
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