The Jewish Codebreakers of World War II

 

Jewish Superheroes in Pop Culture

How Jewish comic book creators infused their characters with themes of hope, justice, and resilience, shaping pop culture's most iconic stars.

Vampire Weekend's Surprising Jewish Stories

Ezra Keonig weaves Jewish history and deep spiritual seeking in indie rock’s resonant lyrics.

We Were the Lucky Ones

An interview with Georgia Hunter, the bestselling author who discovered her family’s Holocaust legacy.

The UN Resolution’s Glaring Omission

While the resolution rightly emphasizes the need for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid and the release of the hostages, it fails to explicitly address the root causes of the conflict: Hamas.

What Do You Think a Jew Looks Like

Telling the Jewish story on Times Square.

Hostages, Horror, and Hope: A Visit to Nir Oz

Everywhere one looked, the remnants of Death stared back.

Why I Joined – and Left – My Company’s DEI Group

DEI’s minimization of antisemitism is only one of its faults.

Hunger in Gaza: Blame Hamas, Not Israel

Why it’s wrong to accuse Israel of causing famine in Gaza.

My Mother’s Dementia

My mother’s inability to communicate verbally turned out to be the best thing for our relationship. In a few months I was able to shed years of embittered daughter-mother relations.

Why Is This Proud Persian-Jewish Comedian Receiving Death Threats?

After receiving threats for making a joke about pro-Palestinian and Israeli chants, Dan Ahdoot remains undeterred.

Arab States Funding American Colleges

Arab nations have poured billions of dollars into American universities with little scrutiny.

Meet the Award-Winning Poet Who Is an Orthodox Jew

Yehoshua November is using his craft to bridge the spiritual and the physical.

Basketball Is the Solution

Combatting antisemitism and racism, and promoting peace through basketball.

One Life: Nicholas Winton’s Quiet Heroism

The new movie about Sir Nicholas Winton’s life-saving efforts during the Holocaust should inspire us today.

First They Came for the Jews — Now They’re Targeting Everyone

The open display of Jew hatred across Canada won’t be going away because the lunatics now know they can get away with it.

The Heroic Jewish Airman in Masters of the Air

The remarkable true story of Robert “Rosie” Rosenthal.

Catching Grenades: Aner Shapiro's Heroism

On October 7, Aner hurled back seven grenades from inside a shelter, saving many lives before being mortally wounded by the eighth.

Navalny’s “Virus of Freedom” is Spreading

Prisoners of conscience risk their lives for the freedom we take for granted. They deserve to know that we have not forgotten them.

The Jews Who Sailed with Christopher Columbus

Fleeing the Spanish Inquisition, some Jews took their chances and set sail into the unknown with Columbus.

Why I Stopped Donating to Penn

Their values are not aligned with my Jewish values.

Fighting Antisemitism at Berkeley

Ilana Pearlman’s black Jewish son thought he was safe. He wasn’t.

Jews Have Nowhere Else to Go

But don’t Jews have the whole world to go to just like everyone else on the planet?

Antisemitism, Intimidation and Violence in British Politics

An Aish.com exclusive interview with British MP Michael Freer who is resigning due to fearful antisemitic, anti-Israel violence.

From Islam to Judaism: Timor-David Aklin’s Tumultuous Journey

After his traumatic childhood in Jaffa, Israel, Timor-David’s spiritual search led him to Judaism. Today he is a fierce Israel activist speaking truths not everyone wants to hear.

 

Meyers Leonard: From Antisemitic Slur to Redemption

There’s a fine line between ignorance and hate. NBA-star Meyers Leonard's inspiring path to forgiveness.

Schindler’s Right-Hand Man became Israel’s Walt Disney

Working for Oskar Schindler, Joseph Bau forged identities and saved hundreds of Jews. The famous artist also worked for the Mossad.

Is Hamas Gaining a Foothold in U.S. Medicine?

Antisemitism among medicine’s younger ranks should raise alarm.

Covering Hateful Messages with Love

Kira Trinity covered up hateful messages towards Jews and reconnected with her Judaism post-Oct. 7.

“Journalists” Who Are Really Terrorists

Employing terrorists as journalists has to stop.

The Assimilated Jew Who Fought for Israel in 1948

Stan Andrews, a WWII bomber pilot, had never set foot inside of a synagogue. When he heard that Israel was facing an existential war, something was sparked inside of him.

Mr. Irrelevant: Brock Purdy Is the Real Winner of the Super Bowl

The power of surrender and knowing your place in the universe.

Bob Dylan & Israel, The Neighborhood Bully

It may not be his best song, but Dylan’s 1983 song about Israel is surprisingly resonant today.

An Open Letter to Taylor Swift

I trust that your silence regarding the hostages is due to not knowing the facts. But you cannot afford the luxury to remain ignorant on this critical matter.

Jewish Roots in Psychology: From Freud to the Modern Era

Why have so many Jewish psychologists been pioneers in the field of psychology?

Valentine’s Day Difficult History with Jews

The history of Valentine’s Day shows there’s more to the day than greetings cards, flowers and chocolate – and some good reasons why it’s been avoided by many Jews.

The Grammys’ Tribute to the Victims of the Nova Music Festival

I am grateful that they addressed the atrocity, but here’s why it was woefully inadequate in truly honoring those murdered and advocating for the hostages.

Fighting Antisemitism at Columbia Just Got Harder

At Columbia Law School, only one student club was rejected this year — the one formed to oppose antisemitism.

Christian Dior and the Jews

The true story behind Apple TV’s new series about the fashion designer’s actions during and after WWII.

Jewish Geography

Who Are the Ethiopian Jews?

A look at the history, traditions, and heroic airlift to Israel of the ancient Jewish community of Beta Israel.

Civilian Deaths in Gaza: Relatively Low

The death toll among civilians in Gaza — even including children and women — is among the lowest in the history of comparable warfare. The media’s double standard against Israel buries this.

Nazis Or Communists: Who Is Responsible for More Murder?

The swastika stands for evil and mass murder. So does the hammer and sickle.

15 Trustworthy Holocaust Books to Read This Year

With antisemitism increasing around the world, it’s more important than ever to learn about the Holocaust and understand how it unfolded.

UN Workers Helped Hamas Attack Israel

Meet Brigham Young University’s Jewish Quarterback

Proudly wearing his Star of David at the Mormon university, Jake Retzlaff is taking the world by storm.

 

Who Are The Baddest Jewish Women In History? 

Some trailblazing Jewish women in Judaism and modern Jewish history.

I’ll Take 500 Sleeping Bags Please

Everyone can still make a difference in supporting Israeli soldiers.

The Battle For Your Children’s Minds

The breeding ground for antisemitism doesn’t start on college campuses; it begins in elementary and high school where youth are being filled with falsehoods, misinformation and distortions of history.

How the World Failed Generations of Palestinians

Arab countries, UNRWA, Western media, and protestors have brought misery to the Palestinian people.

The Secrets of Confident Women

Learning how to love yourself more and recognize your beauty.

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