The Arab-Israeli Conflict May Have Already Ended
Don’t let bombs upstage breakthroughs.
June 21, 2022
The Music of Morocco’s Jewish Women
These Sephardi “romances” tell both personal and national stories.
For centuries, the Jews of Morocco were confined to Jewish quarters, where they cultivated a unique musical culture—especially the women among them. Moroccan-Jewish “romances,” as their songs were called, often reflected family histories that included being driven out of Spain. Aida Alami writes:
June 21, 2022
Qatar Is Funneling Billions into Washington and Elite Universities
Doha’s investments seem to be paying off.
Why Some Reform and Conservative Congregations Are Becoming Lubavitch to Stay Afloat
A new way for longstanding communities to reverse decline.
The Music of Morocco’s Jewish Women
These Sephardi “romances” tell both personal and national stories.
The Bosnian-Muslim Family Who Saved Jews from the Nazis—and Who Were Later Rescued in Return
A new film tells the story of Zejneba Hardaga.