Archives for January 2025
DNA Testing Adds Branches to Holocaust Survivors’ Family Trees
Thanks to the Holocaust Reunion Project, long-lost relatives can be reunited or meet for the first time.
Watersheds and Existential Threats
Every war Israel has fought since 1948 has been a clash with enemies aiming to destroy the country. But whatever happens, Hadassah will be ready.
New and Noteworthy Holocaust Books
An outpouring of titles mark 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp.
A Fabric Artist on Quilting Jewish Identity
The interactive centerpiece of ‘Louise Silk: A Patchwork Life’ includes over 1,300 patches embroidered with wisdoms from bubbe.
Crossword: Heed These Words
An important reminder from one of the best-known writers and scholars of the Holocaust, who was himself a survivor.
Unearthing Hungarian Heroism and Discovering Jewish Roots
A book, an exhibit, a mural and a mysterious box stitch together the Politzer’s secret family saga.
Sharren Haskel Is a Champion in Confronting Blood Libel
'The most powerful weapon we have,' says Israel’s new deputy foreign minister, 'is the simple truth.'