Jewish educators must go beyond slogans and statements — even when it comes to war with Iran
by David Bryfman (JTA) — I have spent much of my life living in, traveling to, and learning about Israel. Like many who care deeply…
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What the late Catherine O’Hara taught me about Purim and laughter
by Tori Greene (JTA) — After the actress Catherine O’Hara died on January 30, 2026, decided to revisit some of her most vaunted performances, in…
Toronto synagogue hit by gunfire on March 2, hours after Purim event
by Joseph Strauss (JTA) — A Toronto synagogue was hit by gunfire late on March 2, just hours after a Purim celebration was held there….
Jewish Studies Week Winter 2026 at University of Alberta starts March 10
(AJNews) – Jewish Studies Week at the University of Alberta is from March 10 – 13, 2026. Here is an update on the scheduled…
Jerusalem Post Purim Shpiel: Chabad reveals decades-old human-alien shidduch service
Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post’s annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy! When former US president Barack Obama confirmed…