Culture

Formerly Orthodox comedian Ari Shaffir’s latest X-rated set is all about Jewish law

He takes audiences on a deep dive through the intricacies of Jewish law.

Israeli woman goes to the emergency room after confusing wasabi for avocado

The mistake induced a case of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome because it typically follows severe emotional or physical distress.

Ideas

Mayim Bialik shares her 10 mea culpas for Rosh Hashanah

This Rosh Hashanah, Mayim Bialik is kicking off the High Holidays by admitting the ways she’s fallen short this past year.

What does ‘Jew down’ mean, and why do people find it offensive?

As a Jew with autism, the mikvah is my glimmer of hope

The unexpected Jewish ritual that helps me relax

Jewish and Arab astronauts head to space together

The 8 must-read Jewish news stories of 5779

Alex Borstein’s ‘Step out of line’ speech at the Emmys was a perfect display of Jewish pride

Over 1,100 synagogues to provide young Jewish people with free High Holidays seats

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