Religion

In Normandy, a Jewish veteran buried in a Nazi mass grave receives a proper burial 80 years later

Nathan Baskind was killed in action shortly after D-Day. A year-long investigation found his remains and ensured his reinterment under a Star of David.

A new group is a safe space for observant Jews who oppose Israel’s war in Gaza

Anti-Israel sentiment is not openly discussed in Orthodox communities. Halachic Left wants that to change.

Teen Fellowship

Jewish students are the teachers in a classroom program combating antisemitism

Maryland’s Student to Student presentations aim to dispel stereotypes through lessons in history and culture.

In his debut novel ‘Goyhood,’ journalist Reuven Fenton probes the divided selves of an observant Jew

Some pro-Palestinian encampments want their schools to cut ties with Hillel, Chabad

Ted Comet, Jewish communal legend and creator of NYC’s Israel parade, celebrates his 100th birthday

How a Brooklyn Jewish day school principal taught ‘Sesame Street’ how to celebrate Shabbat

At Reconstructionist Rabbinical College ordination, divisions over Israel share stage with 11 new rabbis

A Modern Orthodox high school wants to end taboos around sex education

For teens in interfaith families, the war in Gaza can be a stress test of their Jewish identities

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