Tel Aviv District, Israel

Inside the hysterical world of Zach Margs’ Israeli parodies

Jewish Chronicle · 20 Dec

Zach Margolin, also known as Zach Margs, has gained significant popularity as a comedian with hilarious impersonations of Israeli characters, appealing to a global Jewish audience.

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Israelis are increasingly heading to Cyprus — and not just for vacation or to get married

Larry Luxner in JTA · 20 Dec

Increasing numbers of Israelis are relocating to Cyprus, driven by recent conflicts and domestic political stress.

0 Politics Israel

Houthis could have killed Israeli children. Israel can't quell the Islamist threat alone

Dan Perry in Forward · 20 Dec

In a compelling opinion piece, Dan Perry addresses the recent Houthi missile strike near Tel Aviv, which narrowly missed causing a tragic loss of life at a school.

0 Politics Israel

Houthis could have killed Israeli children. Israel can't quell the Islamist threat alone

Dan Perry in Forward · 20 Dec

In a compelling opinion piece, Dan Perry addresses the recent Houthi missile strike near Tel Aviv, which narrowly missed causing a tragic loss of life at a school.

0 Israel Holidays

On this festival of lights, bring them out of the dark

eJewishPhilanthropy · 20 Dec

Hanukkah, the festival of lights, holds a special place in the heart of Tamir Nimrodi, a young IDF soldier who has been held hostage in Gaza since October 7, 2023.

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The Palestinian Authority’s fight for survival in the West Bank — and its implications for Gaza

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider · 20 Dec

In a tumultuous bid for survival, the Palestinian Authority (PA) faces critical challenges in the West Bank, particularly against Hamas and Iranian-backed factions like the Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

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Time and time again - with Simon Sebag Montefiore

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 19 Dec

Jonathan and Yonit discuss the escalating tensions and potential ceasefire negotiations in Gaza amidst rumors of IDF misconduct, along with the worrying rise in antisemitism following attacks on synagogues in Montreal and Melbourne.

0 Culture Language

Yiddish book fair to be held in Herzliah, Israel

דניאל גלאי in Forward · 19 Dec

A Yiddish book fair is set to take place in Herzliya, Israel, on December 29, 2024, providing a platform for the celebration and promotion of Yiddish literature and culture.

0 Television/Film Culture

Why 'The Brutalist' resonated so deeply with me

Daniel Libeskind in Forward · 19 Dec

Daniel Libeskind discusses the profound impact of Brady Corbet's film "The Brutalist" on him personally.

0 Politics Israel

On trial for corruption yet humiliating Israel’s enemies: The two faces of Bibi Netanyahu

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains a polarizing figure, embodying a paradoxical blend of political resilience and strategic acumen.

0 Politics History

The “Manifest Destinies” Edition

Promised Podcast · 19 Dec

The Promised Podcast discusses the complexities of Israeli settler intentions in Gaza and the ethics of hostage negotiations with Hamas.

0 Politics History

The “Manifest Destinies” Edition

Promised Podcast · 19 Dec

The Promised Podcast discusses the complexities of Israeli settler intentions in Gaza and the ethics of hostage negotiations with Hamas.

0 Politics History

The “Manifest Destinies” Edition

Promised Podcast · 19 Dec

The Promised Podcast discusses the complexities of Israeli settler intentions in Gaza and the ethics of hostage negotiations with Hamas.

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Turntables, cabaret and Middle Eastern jazz: nightlife with a Jewish twist

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

In the vibrant city of London, a new wave of Jewish nightlife initiatives is emerging, providing spaces that celebrate Jewish and Israeli culture devoid of political or religious connotations.

0 Politics Education

Estonian university cuts ties with Israeli institution, drawing government rebuke

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 19 Dec

The Estonian Academy of Arts (EKA) recently cut ties with an Israeli university, sparking significant backlash from the Estonian government and local Jewish community.

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Why the chanukiah is the best Jewish symbol of all

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

The chanukiah, an essential symbol of Chanukah, embodies the resilience and spirit of Jewish tradition while also serving as a canvas for artistic expression.

0 Culture Art

Why the chanukiah is the best Jewish symbol of all

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

The chanukiah, an essential symbol of Chanukah, embodies the resilience and spirit of Jewish tradition while also serving as a canvas for artistic expression.

0 Israel Politics

Tel Aviv-area school hit by Houthi missile fired from Yemen

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 19 Dec

A missile launched by Houthi rebels from Yemen struck a school in Ramat Gan, a suburb of Tel Aviv, causing significant damage, though fortunately no injuries as it occurred after hours.

0 Food Politics

‘Ottolenghi? He’s not Israeli’ Chef Eyal Shani says he’s the man who sold the world on Israeli food

Jewish Chronicle · 19 Dec

Eyal Shani claims to be the driving force behind the global rise of Israeli cuisine, taking credit over better-known figures such as Yotam Ottolenghi.

0 Politics History

#363 - When A Jew And A Muslim Talk (Moriel Bareli)

Two Nice Jewish Boys · 19 Dec

Moriel Bareli's discussions with Muslims around the Middle East, sparked by an initial conversation on a language-learning app, reveal deep-seated and varied perspectives informed by historical and religious narratives about Jews and Israel.

0 Literature Torah

What Sons Receive: A Collection of Poems

Yael Unterman in Lehrhaus · 18 Dec

Yael Unterman's collection of poems, "What Sons Receive," explores the complex legacies passed down from fathers to sons within a Biblical and emotional framework.

0 Literature Education

Books That Shine: Two Inspirational Books for Kids This Chanukah

Reviewed by Steve Lipman in Jewish Action · 18 Dec

In "Books That Shine: Two Inspirational Books for Kids This Chanukah," author Steve Lipman reviews two children's books that offer lessons in heroism and dedication.

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It's a hopeless time. Here's one genuinely good Israeli solution

Rob Eshman in Forward · 17 Dec

Rula Daood and Alon-Lee Green, leaders of the Israeli peace group Standing Together, are delivering a hopeful message of unity amidst the bleak Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

0 Jewish Law Philosophy

Who Knows Eight?

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 17 Dec

Cindy Scarr reflects on the significance of numbers in our lives, particularly through the lens of a personal story shared by Mindel Kassorla.

0 Politics Leadership

Opinion | Bibi on Trial or on Stage?

Eetta Prince-Gibson in Moment · 17 Dec

Amid a protracted legal battle marked by allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken the witness stand in his own defense.

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