Jews around the world were already reeling after nearly two years of war and death in Gaza and the grim confirmation that many hostages hadn’t survived the Oct. 7 attacks or two years of captivity.

Compelling coming-out stories anchor the Black queer documentary Light Up, despite distracting on-camera hosts.

Oscars Commentary (Updated: Jan. 5, 2026): Happy New Year! We’re back, and it’s already hot on the awards circuit. As the phase one period for Oscar nominations enters its final, volatile stretch, a ...