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Are all of Steven Spielberg’s films Jewish?

The Jewish erasure of Gretchen Wieners is the least fetch thing about the new ‘Mean Girls’ movie

2024’s Gretchen is still a mean girl for sure, but she — and her Jewishness — feel left behind by a film that largely triumphs in every other way.

The ultimate Jewish guide to Manhattan, NYC: What to see, eat & do

Heinrich Graetz’s balancing act: modernity and Judaism

Did Jews run the Italian mafia?

Rebekah Lowin wants to elevate your Jewish holiday celebrations

Rebekah Lowin longed to see Jewish holidays reflected in the glossy pages of magazines, so she decided to bring her own crafty ideas into the world.

7 surprising Jewish wedding customs

Jewish actor Timothée Chalamet shines as Willy Wonka in enchanting new film

Chalamet is the perfect choice for a character who has a positive attitude no matter what and learns to overcome obstacles in his way.

How does antisemitism affect Jewish Gen Z’s mental health?

With recent increases in antisemitism, understanding how this hate is impacting young Jews and what we can do to address it is crucial.

6 Jewish comedians to watch in 2024

The comedians featured here have released major projects recently and continue to explore and challenge aspects of Jewish identity in their work. 

Broadway star Julia Lester explores her Jewish roots in ‘I Can Get it For You Wholesale’

Unpacked recently caught up with Lester about stepping into Barbra Streisand’s iconic role and the importance of Jewish representation in theater.

The ultimate guide to Shabbat

Shabbat is central to Jewish life and culture. Jewish philosopher Ahad Ha’am famously noted, “More than the Jews have kept Shabbat, Shabbat has kept the Jews.”

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