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Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum introduces virtual tour

Israeli companies behind the project and Holocaust survivors say the new virtual tour provides a modern solution to see the camp in a way that's accessible and convenient for everyone

Itamar Eichner, Poland | 07.06.23

Ben Winston interviewed David Beckham last night at ‘Lessons in Leadership'

David Beckham says he's 'part of the Jewish community' and 'proud of it'

Soccer superstar makes the declaration during an event at a London synagogue; he also recites the hamotzi prayer over bread

Ynetnews | 07.06.23

Synagogues part of rich tapestry of Jewish culture in Turkey

Uncover the hidden treasures of Turkey's Jewish heritage as you explore ancient cemeteries and synagogues, including the first synagogue in Europe; Learn about the thriving Jewish communities that once flourished in cities like Istanbul, Izmir, Edirne,and Bursa, and savor the unique Jewish delicacies that still hold cultural significance in the streets of Turkey today

Yaniv Pohoryles | 06.28.23

Jewish anthem 'Hava Nagila' makes a comeback

From Jewish vacation resorts to pulsating nightclubs - Harry Belafonte's unforgettable interpretation of 'Hava Nagila' captivates audiences worldwide and sparks a cultural resurgence amidst an era of rising antisemitism

Zeev Avrahami | 06.26.23

יהודי טנג'יר. להטעין ליהדות. אני אסדר אחרי זה את הקרדיט והכל

Spanish, Morrocan and Jewish? The curious case of Tangier's Jewish community

The Jews of northern Morocco were expelled from Spain but did not forget their roots, even centuries later; Now a new center in Tangier seeks to preserve their unique heritage

Yaniv Pohoryles | 05.22.23

Vilnius celebrates 700 years: a journey from Jewish nostalgia to chic modernity

Fly in a hot air balloon above breathtaking landscapes, wander through picturesque alleys and streets, sit in cafés, bars, and high-quality restaurants, absorb culture in museums, and explore historic buildings; For three days, we immersed ourselves in the capital of Lithuania on land and in the air, and came back hungry for more

Rina Drigov | 05.14.23

96-y/o circumcised - 'Now I truly feel like a real free man'

A navigator in the Red Army in World War II, Armin Kahn escaped death in a prisoner-of-war camp thanks to not being circumcised; Many years later, he undergoes a belated procedure in Toronto

Itamar Eichner | 05.11.23

Between Ukraine and Russia, Transnistria's Jews stay on the fence on war

Transnistria's local Jewish community is trying to assist refugees from Ukraine, Jews and non-Jews alike, but the situation makes it difficult for them to raise funds; 'We have enormous difficulties because of the sanctions'

Edward Doks, Tiraspol | 05.06.23

Klezmer bliss: These German musicians bring authentic Jewish culture to life

They're young, they play Klezmer music, and they are non-Jewish Germans! (except for one) Crazy Freilach commit themselves to Yiddish songs, with the purpose of keeping this fantastic Eastern European Jewish heritage alive

Rinat Perera Danieli | 04.19.23

מימין: צילום למגזין הרפר'ס בזאר, 1942. משמאל: "הצלב האדום", למגזין ווג אמריקה, 1945

Catching Light: the Jewish photographer who escaped the Nazis and found world fame

German-born Erwin Blumenfeld escaped Nazi-occupied Paris and eventually made his way to NYC to pursue the American Dream; his photographs were featured on the covers of renowned fashion brands such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar

Itay Yaacov | 04.17.23

From a Kanye West parody to AI versions, 10 new haggadahs to try this Passover

The haggadah market is booming as Jewish writers take inspiration from news, pop culture and other trends to create texts that break the mold

Gabe Friedman/JTA | 04.05.23

The Camondo family: The aristocratic Jewish family that lasted for 160 years, then disappeared

They called them the ‘Rothschilds of the East’, climbing to the highest social echelons everywhere they went. The journey came to end in 1943 with the murder of the last family member. The family legacy, however, was saved by one last move

Yaniv Pohoryles | 04.05.23

The Sassoon family: The Jewish dynasty who became global merchants

How did a Baghdadi family of refugees manage to build a global trade empire spanning three continents? From its charismatic patriarch who remained loyal to his Jewish roots to his enterprising descendants/ This is the story of "the Rothschilds of the east"

Nitzi Yakov | 04.05.23

The heart of a lioness: 102-year-old undergoes pacemaker implant surgery

Rochella Kafri, born in Tel Aviv and a member of the second generation of the founders of the northern moshav Nahalal, is one of the oldest people in Israel and the world to successfully undergo the procedure; 'I don't feel so old,' she shrugged as she wished for quality of life, rather than longevity

Yair Kraus | 04.05.23

The hand-written Haggada that survived the Holocaust

Hand-written Haggadah that survived Holocaust to be cherished in Jerusalem

While hiding from Nazis in Holland, Rabbi Avraham Prince hand-wrote the Haggadah from memory for the sake of the preservation of Jewish culture, and concluded with the sentence 'Next year all of Israel is redeemed'; Some 80 years later, the Prince family still uses it every Passover Seder

Gilad Cohen | 04.03.23

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