About the Author


Dr. Yvette Alt Miller

Dr. Yvette Alt Miller holds a Ph.D. in International Relations from the London School of Economics and has taught at Northwestern University, London Business School, and lectured around the world. Her most recent book, Portraits of Valor: Heroic Jewish Women You Should Know describes the lives of 40 remarkable women who inhabited different eras and lands, giving readers a sense of the vast diversity of Jewish history and experience. It's been praised as inspirational, fascinating, fun and educational.


Queen Elizabeth's Mother-in-Law Saved Jews during the Holocaust

The incredible story of Princess Alice of Battenberg.

10 Little Known Facts about Einstein

Including what he considered to be his greatest day.

Emma Lazarus, the Jews and Israel

The famous U.S. poet fought for Jewish rights and helped spark the Zionist movement.

5 Remote Jewish Communities

A majority of Jews live in Israel but millions of Jews remain scattered across the globe. Here are five little-known Jewish communities.

Jews and France: 11 Interesting Facts

As France heads to the polls, here are some fascinating points about Jews and France through the ages.

Joyce Azria: Fashion Icon and Orthodox Jew

The energetic designer’s journey from Chanel to Shabbat.

Rabbi Beaten in the Ukraine Dies

Rabbi Mendel Deitsch worked tirelessly to rebuild Jewish life in Ukraine.

9 Facts about Jews and Egypt

Jews’ turbulent relationship with Egypt over thousands of years.

5 Steps to Take BEFORE Your Seder

Get the most out of your Seder.

The Origins and Jewish History of Bagels

The history of bagels gives a window to Jewish history and fortunes over the past 800 years.

Responding to the Terror Attack in London

As our thoughts and prayers go to the victims and the people of Britain, what can we do in the wake of this barbaric attack?

Shabbat and Vogue Magazine

It seems like everyone is tapping into the transformative power of Shabbat.

Inciting Hatred in France?

The controversial trial of Georges Bensoussan sheds light on a vicious sub-culture of anti-Semitism in France.

Purim & the Red Strawberries Optical Illusion

Sometimes looks can be deceiving.

Hidden Figures: Jewish Refugees Fighting for Civil Rights

Many Jewish academics who fled Nazi Europe mentored African American students in the United States.

The United States of Hate

How to respond to the rise of anti-Semitism in the United States.

Jews and Syria: 11 Fascinating Facts

Syria's once vibrant Jewish community goes back thousands of years.

Agnes Keleti: Israel’s Trailblazing Olympic Champion

The Holocaust survivor, one of the greatest gymnasts in history is being honored with the Israel Prize.

Jews and Native Americans: 7 Fascinating Facts

Like Julis Meyer, aka Box-Ka-Re-Sha-Hash-Ta-Ka, which means “Curly Haired White Chief Who Speaks with One Tongue.”

Jews and Chocolate: 9 Little Known Facts

Plus a traditional Jewish chocolate recipe.

The Shocking True Story behind Spielberg’s Next Film

With Papal consent, Edgardo Mortara, a Jewish child, was ripped from his family and raised as a Catholic in 19th century Italy.

Fighting Jew Hatred in Chicago

After a shul is vandalized, Jews, Muslims and Christians come together to stand against hate.

26 Great Yiddish Words, Expressions, Phrases & Sayings

On business, family, being a mensch and classic curses too.

Erasing Swastikas on NY Subway

An exclusive Aish.com interview with the man who took action.

Jewish Dad Saves Teen’s Life

Coach Steven Greenberg’s quick actions saved the life of a visiting player who suddenly collapsed and was unresponsive.

A Woman’s Hard Choice

Brenda Barnes, the first female CEO of PepsiCo who ignited a firestorm by resigning to spend more time with her family, died last week.

Deeper Meaning of 9 Common Jewish Words

Do you know the origins of these Jewish terms?

Remembering Under the Clouds of Anti-Semitism

This year Holocaust Remembrance Day observances are mired in controversy in a number of European countries.

Bomb Threats Targeting Jewish Organizations

Despite the fear, parents are keeping their kids in Jewish schools and standing up to evil.

Three Things I Wish Someone would have Told Me about Marriage

It’s never too late to incorporate these key lessons into your marriage.

Jews and the Circus: 7 Fascinating Facts

Did you know that Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is owned by a Jewish family?

Uncovering Jewish History in Vilna

Cutting edge technology is unearthing fascinating new evidence regarding the Jews of Vilna.

Muslim NY Teen Hailed a Hero

Aish.com talks with Ahmed Khalifa who courageously pursued and help arrest the attacker of a Jewish woman on a NY subway.

Countering Hate in Montana

Neo-Nazis are planning a march against Jews in a small Montana town. Here's what you can do about it.

The Secret Jew & Incredible Survival of his Lost Manuscript

The amazing story of Luis de Carvajal, a secret Jew who was murdered in the 1500s, and the unlikely survival of his handwritten memoirs.

Menorah Twisted into a Swastika

A family in Phoenix wakes up to find their 7-foot menorah turned into a swastika. The community fights back.

Some Amazing Facts about Jewish History

You'll never look at these stats and figures the same way.

Marion Pritchard: Rescuer of Dutch Jews

The heroic woman rescued scores of Dutch Jews during the Holocaust, and has died at the age of 96.

17 Amazing Facts about Olives

There’s more to olives than the Hanukkah miracle.

Common Jewish Words: Their Origins & Meaning

How many of us know the origins and exact meaning of these common Jewish phrases?

Searching for a Miracle

Adam Krief's battle with cancer has sadly come to an end.

10 Ways You Can Fight BDS

Don’t be silent. Advocate for Israel.

The Distasteful Holocaust Ice Dance Routine

“Not one of the six million danced and a concentration camp is not a summer camp.”

Fidel Castro and the Jews

Some surprising numbers related to Fidel Castro’s relationship with Israel and Jews.

Thanksgiving Quiz

How much do you and your family know about Thanksgiving?

Erasing Golda Meir

Standing up to anti-Israel sentiment on campus and around the globe makes a real difference.

Ruth Gruber: Indomitable Jewish Activist and Legendary Journalist

Ruth Gruber, the journalist, author and activist, has died at the age of 105.

Leonard Cohen: Always a Jew at Heart

The influential musician had a deep connection with Israel and the Jewish people.

Moving Beyond the Election: 5 Ways to Erase the Bitterness

How we can come together and move past the hatred and rancor that have marked the past year.

A Letter to the Western Wall

Thank you for inspiring me, for comforting me, for unifying our people.

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