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by Professor Owen Epstein June 22, 2025 Heuristics are mental shortcuts, like the autopilot mode on a plane. Instead of calculating every...

by Emanuel Derman June 22, 2025   This article is extracted from “Brief Hours and Weeks: My Life as a Capetonian” by Emanuel Derman.  ...

by Michal Govrin June 21, 2025   A Personal Note  I am a woman and mother who lives in Jerusalem. I am also the daughter of a survivor....

by Basil Porter June 20, 2025 To the Editor. In the trying times in which we now live in Israel, I am led to recall a set of occurrences...

A few words from Leon Fine, editor of Kaleidoscope magazine, on Issue 2.

Rising populism, media manipulation, and billionaire influence threaten constitutional democracy, pushing nations toward authoritarian rule.

The decline of strong, ethical leadership fuels global populism. Education fostering critical thinking and moral integrity is the solution.

Habonim balances inclusion and exclusion, shaping Jewish youth while navigating tensions of belonging and social divide.

Challenging common beliefs about Israel, Ian Joseph critiques narratives on democracy, peace, and security, exposing them as mass delusions.

A poem by Des Kahn.

Award-winning photographer reflects on the wilful destruction of 800,000 olive trees in the West Bank.

A bibliophile shares rare Herzl memorabilia, highlighting his vision, Zionist leadership, and lasting impact on Israel’s creation.

A collector shares rare Herzl artifacts, tracing his role in Zionism, state-building, and vision for Israel, highlighting his lasting impact

A poem written by Larry Borowitz.

Trump’s Gaza resettlement plan fuels fears of forced displacement, empowering extremists and threatening Israel’s future with instability.

White Canadians posed against immigrants and Jews. White nationalists now have powerful platforms and allies, posing a major threat.

Amid rising antisemitism, Jewish communities face a turning point, sparking a renewed focus on deep learning, cultural revival, and identity

A transformative experience at Sha’ar La’Adam fostered deep bonds, self-discovery, and hope for peace through service and community.

A reflection on the Left's failure to self-reflect, focusing on LGBTQ+ politics, identity politics, and the need for introspection.

by Belinda Copitch We were on a “Jewish Journey” trip to Transylvania in Romania. Sighet, the largest town is the birthplace of Elie...