Beth Harpaz worked at the Forward as a copy editor, reporter and Bintel Brief columnist from 2022 to 2025. She previously covered politics and breaking news for The Associated Press.
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By Beth Harpaz
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Fast Forward Brandeis University’s ‘anything but Orthodox’ ad generates controversy
Critics found the ad 'disappointing' at a time when some Orthodox Jews feel targeted. Others said Brandeis is a 'glorious' place for observant Jews
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Culture Director Mira Nair wanted an Indian ‘Fiddler on the Roof.’ The result: ‘Monsoon Wedding, The Musical’
A theatrical adaptation of the hit film 'Monsoon Wedding' ends its run this weekend in Brooklyn
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Fast Forward CUNY union endorses City Council member who’s ‘promoted extreme anti-Israel positions’
CUNY's Professional Staff Congress endorses Charles Barron for reelection in Brooklyn
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Fast Forward George Santos says he’s ‘speechless and appalled’ by antisemitic flyers in his district
On House floor, indicted congressman who falsely claimed grandparents were Holocaust survivors condemns ‘anti-Jewish propaganda’
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Culture A famous rabbi’s son died of a disease like the one in Broadway’s ‘Kimberly Akimbo’
Rabbi Harold Kushner wrote ‘When Bad Things Happen to Good People’ after his son died of progeria. Here's why his daughter hasn't seen the Tony-winning show
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Fast Forward Anne Frank Trust scolds Roger Waters for comparing Frank to Shireen Abu Akleh
London-based organization quotes from ‘The Wall’: ‘We don’t need no education’ — but Waters does
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BINTEL BRIEF I’m retired and I don’t drive. How do I fill and face the days ahead?
Bintel has 18 great ideas for creating new routines and putting yourself out there
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Fast Forward Celebrate Israel parade generates controversy over participation of Israeli officials
Rabbinic human rights group T'ruah won't march in Sunday's event
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