Tag: Coronavirus

In a recent discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron tackled significant topics including the Israeli Supreme Court's decision to allow Benjamin Netanyahu to form a government despite facing bribery charges, the shift in Israel's approach toward COVID-19 precautions, and Israelis supporting a British woman suing Israeli men who assaulted her in Cyprus.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a Navy SEAL turned congressman, emphasizes the importance of returning to normalcy amid the coronavirus pandemic, advocating for a careful approach to economic stimulus.
The article criticizes Mayor Bill de Blasio for singling out New York's Jewish community in enforcing social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Norman Doidge reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic through the lens of history and neuroscience, drawing parallels to the Great Plague of London and Machiavelli's insights on recognizing and addressing crises early.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, infertility treatments were disrupted, leaving many feeling alone and uncertain.
The author recounts the challenges faced in getting married during a pandemic, from the initial dread of canceling or postponing the wedding to the eventual decision to have a scaled-down ceremony in a municipal parking lot due to restrictions.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida discuss the challenges of forming a government in Israel, the diversity of experts on committees dealing with the coronavirus crisis, and the concept of queering Zionism and Yiddish.
The coronavirus outbreak has intensified differences between Orthodox and liberal Jews, with some liberal Jews expressing frustration over the perceived lack of compliance with public health guidelines by certain Orthodox communities.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Zoom Seders during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly focusing on the debates in Israeli and American Jewish communities.
Bonnie Glick, Deputy Administrator at USAID, emphasizes self-reliance as the pinnacle of tzedakah.
Evan Gottesman discusses the impact of the coronavirus on the world with Ilan Goldenberg, an expert in Middle East security.
In this discussion, Allison Kaplan Sommer, Noah Efron, and Ohad Zeltzer-Zubida focus on Benny Gantz's decision to join a government under Prime Minister Netanyahu despite promising otherwise, leading to criticism and electoral consequences.
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Galilee Medical Center in Israel has transformed to handle infected patients, with dedicated areas and strict safety protocols for medical staff.
This article discusses the relevance of teachings from Masekhet Bava Kama, specifically focusing on the discussion of contagious diseases, moral behavior, and prayer in light of the current global pandemic situation.
Yair Rosenberg from Tablet discusses the U.S. government's handling of the COVID-19 crisis and his new Shabbat music album.
Dr. Shira Efron talks with hosts about the impact of coronavirus on Gaza, pointing out the enclave's vulnerability to the pandemic.
In the latest episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss current Jewish news and catch up from their home studios.
The text provides an update on the current status of combating COVID-19, stating that there is no vaccine or specific medications available yet for the virus.
Critics are questioning whether Israel's caretaker government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is using the COVID-19 crisis to consolidate authoritarian control through actions like tracking cell phones and limiting Knesset activities with the support of allies such as Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein.
Israeli professionals in the medical field, including Dr. Daniel Landsberg and Dr. Kira Radinsky, are actively engaged in combating COVID-19 through research and treatment developments.
The article discusses the coverage of the Orthodox Jewish community during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the unfair focus on their religious identity when reporting on cases within the community.
After three consecutive Knesset elections in Israel, political leaders are stuck in a stalemate further complicated by the coronavirus pandemic, causing significant uncertainty.
During the coronavirus outbreak when social isolation is critical, domestic violence victims may find themselves in increased danger while quarantined with their abusers.
The article discusses the Orthodox Jewish community's response to the Coronavirus epidemic, addressing technical aspects of contagion and transmission based on modern medicine and CDC guidelines.
Israel has implemented a 14-day quarantine for all inbound travelers to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, as discussed by Dr. Yonatan Freeman.