Talya Zax is the Forward’s opinion editor. Contact her at [email protected] or on Twitter, @TalyaZax.
Talya ZaxOpinion Editor
By Talya Zax
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Culture Israeli fans were warned against attending Eurovision. They came anyway — to heal from Oct. 7
Eurovision 'is my spirit, and you won't take my spirit,' one fan said
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Culture Eden Golan’s impossible mission — conquer Eurovision and redefine Israel’s image
The 20-year-old Israeli singer is trying to make a statement, while saying as little as possible
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Art How Richard Serra found infinity within the void
The son of a Russian-Jewish mother and a Spanish father used his art to change minds and alter time and space
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Culture How Yiddish slogans captured a controversial cover story — and the precarious state of American Jews
The Atlantic's new issue features a deep dive into American antisemitism. Its cover tells a slightly different story
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Culture Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift: Both musical geniuses, but only one movie captures the spirit of their artistry
Back-to-back screenings of ‘The Eras Tour’ and ‘Maestro’ yield surprising insights into the enchantments of fame
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Forwarding the News Israeli Bedouins, lacking government protection, fear airstrikes + 17 killed in strike on Gaza church
The State Department issued a rare alert advising all Americans overseas to “exercise caution” amid “increased tensions” around the globe
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Forwarding the News More questions about Gaza hospital blast + 500 arrested at Capitol protest
President Biden and U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak both visited Israel yesterday, bringing firm support and pleas for humanitarian aid in Gaza with them
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Forwarding the News International pressure on Israel over Gaza humanitarian crisis + IDF shares plans for ground invasion
Close to half of Gaza’s population has been displaced, as nearly 400 Israelis remain hospitalized a week after Hamas’ attack
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