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YIVO spotlights fortune-tellers, mind-readers and wonder rabbis, and the enduring appeal of the supernatural in moments of social anxiety. -- The post A museum exhibit explores the Jewish fascination with Learn more
The president didn’t mention Iran’s nuclear program in his Truth Social post declaring that an agreement will be announced soon. -- The post Trump says he has ‘largely negotiated’ Iran Learn more
On social media, the term is a shorthand for anything the user feels is vapid or inauthentic. -- The post ‘Spiritually Israeli’ is the viral insult that teens can’t escape Learn more
On TikTok and Instagram, antisemitic codewords and images are evolving faster than moderators can catch them. -- The post A teen’s guide to the antisemitic slang flourishing on social media Learn more
A U.S.-Iran deal may delay Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, but it leaves unresolved the regime’s missile arsenal, regional proxies and long-term intentions. Learn more
The president condemned violence "by a lawless mob in Judea and Samaria," prompting criticism from the national security minister. Learn more
Days earlier, a Jewish security group warned police about a heightened security risk at the Chanukah event. Learn more
The prominent Jewish Democrat says she will use her “seniority and clout” in a district that has long elected Black representatives. Learn more
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