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Palestinians will compete at the Olympics — without a state to represent. Here's why Jews should be outraged
Jewish readers should be outraged by the fact that Palestinian athletes will participate in the Olympics without a state to represent, highlighting the lack of Palestinian statehood and its implications for their daily lives and sporting activities.
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Kamala Harris says ‘I will not be silent’ about plight of Palestinians after meeting Benjamin Netanyahu
Following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Kamala Harris, in her first statement on Israel as a presidential candidate, expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and stated that she will not stay silent about the plight of Palestinians.
The text is a passionate critique of Hamas' actions in Gaza, emphasizing that blaming Israel for the situation is ignorant and unfair.
Barry Rosen, a former Jewish hostage in Iran, attended a Friday night service at the American Mensa annual gathering, where he discussed his advocacy for captives, drawing parallels to the current crisis in Gaza.
Pro-Palestinian protesters in Washington D.C. displayed "Hamas is coming" graffiti, sparking controversy and condemnation from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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In its first ad targeting Kamala Harris, Republican Jewish Coalition slams her absence from Netanyahu speech
The Republican Jewish Coalition released an ad criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris for not attending Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at Congress, choosing a sorority luncheon instead.
Vice President Kamala Harris has not publicly identified herself as a Zionist but has expressed strong support for Israel as a Jewish state.
Vice President Kamala Harris chose to skip Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech before Congress, opting to address a sorority event instead.
Jewish voters are reevaluating their political allegiance and priorities as concerns about antisemitism and safety in the United States grow.
Masoud Pezeshkian, known as a reformist, is set to become Iran's new president, an appointment that contradicts Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's trend towards ideological purification.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent speech to the U.S. Congress highlighted the need to reassess the U.S.-Israel relationship and stop enabling Netanyahu, as his repeated warnings about Iran have not been backed by concrete achievements during his long tenure, leading to growing cynicism.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress celebrated the U.S.-Israel alliance but faced challenges, including criticism and boycotts over his handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict.
The text discusses how Iran continues to pose a threat to American officials, particularly targeting former Trump administration officials for assassination plots following the killing of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani.
The term "whole of society" is crucial in understanding current American politics, popularized by the Obama administration a decade ago.
Gender/Identity ›
In "Pantyhose Are Like Torahs," the author recounts a story from their youth about struggling to wear pantyhose, drawing parallels between the process of wearing them and handling Torah scrolls.
Israel ›
Martin Indyk, a prominent Jewish academic and U.S. diplomat, known for his efforts to bring peace to Israel, has passed away at 73 due to esophageal cancer.
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I hear American Jews threatening to cut off Israeli haredim who shun army service. That would be a mistake.
The article discusses the highly divisive issue of ultra-Orthodox haredi Jews in Israel who refuse to serve in the army, contrasting them with the Religious Zionist community that emphasizes both Torah study and military service.
The text is an open letter addressing anti-Israel Jews, expressing frustration with their protests against Israel while ignoring atrocities committed by other countries and advocating for peace and self-determination for both Israelis and Palestinians.
Iran's strategy of encircling Israel involves coordinating various proxies such as Hezbollah, Hamas, and others to create a multifront threat against Israel.
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As Netanyahu vows to ‘bring them home,’ six hostage family members are arrested for protesting his speech
During Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress, he acknowledged the families of hostages and their suffering but was interrupted by six relatives wearing yellow T-shirts and calling for action to bring the hostages home.
Music ›
The teaser for the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" directed by James Mangold and starring Timothe Chalamet focuses on Dylan's early years from his arrival in Greenwich Village in 1961 to the 1965 Newport Folk Festival.
Imelda Staunton shines as the lead in the revival of the musical "Hello, Dolly!" despite not being the iconic Barbra Streisand.
Television/Film ›
In Season 4 of Babylon Berlin, the series introduces a Jewish subplot, featuring Abe Gold (formerly Avrum Goldstein) and his Orthodox Jewish family in Berlin.
Education ›
The text discusses Agudah's appeal for funds to support Charedi yeshivos in Israel following a government subsidy cut.
History ›
Artist Leon Fenster has created a 9-story mural on the wall of the Jewish Community Centre London, depicting a grand tableau of Jewish life in London across centuries.
Allison Fishman Task, a life coach, discusses spirituality and its distinction from religion in her work.
The text discusses the inappropriate comparisons of President Trump to Hitler, highlighting the dangers of such rhetoric and the dehumanization it promotes.
A group of Wikipedia editors and administrators criticized the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for its reliability on issues related to Israel, Zionism, antisemitism, and hate symbols.
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Sarah Levy’s great-grandfather faced a Yom Kippur rugby dilemma. She’s playing in the Paris Olympics.
Sarah Levy, the great-granddaughter of a South African rugby star, found her passion for rugby at Northeastern University and is now set to represent the United States in the 2024 Paris Olympics as a wing for the national women's rugby team.
Literature ›
This summer's top Jewish reads include "The Safekeep" by Yael van der Wouden, a poignant story set in postwar rural Dutch village; "Rabbits" by Hugo Rikfind, a gripping coming-of-age novel set in a Scottish boarding school; "The Paris Muse" by Louisa Treger, a fictionalized tale of Dora Maar, Picasso's lover in 1930s Paris; "Theres Nothing Wrong With Her" by Kate Weinberg, a darkly funny narrative of a woman battling illness in London; "Six Lives" by Lavie Tidhar, a diverse novel spanning 150 years in various locations; and "Behind Every Good Man" by Sara Goodman Confino, a Sixties love story with a political twist.
Vladimir Nabokov, a prominent Russian-born author, led a life marked by tragedy and an enduring connection to Jewish heritage.
Culture ›
In 1975, Jewish icons Carole King and Maurice Sendak collaborated on a children's musical called "Really Rosie," based on Sendak's book.
Communities ›
Bear Bergman explores parenting through a Jewish lens in his new book "Special Topics in Being a Parent."
The text discusses the importance of coalition building within the Jewish community with other groups, emphasizing the need for partnerships in pursuing common goals despite challenges faced, such as some communities not supporting Israel.
Torah ›
David E. S. Stein, the project manager and revising translator of THE JPS TANAKH: Gender-Sensitive Edition, responds to Professor Martin Lockshin's review by highlighting the value of a gender-sensitive translation.
Leadership ›
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Ceding power is hard. But this week’s Torah portion makes the case for empowering the next generation.
The text discusses the challenge of leadership succession and the importance of empowering the next generation, drawing parallels between leadership transitions in the Torah portion and real-world examples like Joe Biden supporting Kamala Harris.
Holocaust ›
Dr. Gisella Perl, a Jewish gynecologist in Auschwitz, performed clandestine abortions to save pregnant women from deadly experiments under Dr. Josef Mengele, ultimately saving many lives.
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