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Matisyahu Opens Up About Religious Journey, Substance Abuse
By Elissa Goldstein February 9, 2015
“I asked myself, can I leave this religion or the parts of it that I feel trapped by?” Read More
Chie Nishio’s Stunning Photographs Offer a Glimpse of Chabad Life
By Miriam Groner December 22, 2014
Over 20 years ago, the Japanese-American artist captured the Hasidic community of Crown Heights. Now you can see her photos at the Brooklyn Public Library. Read More
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War, What Is It Good For? Policing Female Bodies, Apparently
By Elissa Goldstein July 17, 2014
Girls encouraged to wear modest clothing for peace; women barred entry to bomb shelter in Israel. Read More
It’s Hard to Be a Mensch at a Crowded Kosher Supermarket on Thursday Night
By Chaya Kurtz March 14, 2013
Shopping for Shabbos groceries in Crown Heights was where I learned how to really be a Hassid Read More
Daily Jewce: Polanski Opens Up at Cannes, Art in Crown Heights, and more
By Jewcy Staff May 18, 2012
In the news today: A Jewish argument for meditation, Mila Kunis’ stalker arrested, new Dybbuk-inspired horror flick, and more Read More