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The Jewish Sport Report: Jewish and Israeli Paralympians had a big week in Paris

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 6 Sep

Israeli and Jewish Paralympians achieved notable success at the Paris Paralympics, providing a source of pride amidst challenging times in Israel.

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The Paralympics have a rich Jewish history—and inspiring modern stars

Menschwarmers · 5 Sep

This episode explores the Jewish origins of the Paralympic Games, highlighting the contributions of Jewish doctor Ludwig Guttmann and contemporary Jewish Paralympians.

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The Enduring Jewish Legacy at the Paralympics

Molly Kurtzer-Ellenbogen in Moment · 21 Aug

The legacy of Sir Ludwig Guttmann, a Jewish neurosurgeon who founded the Paralympic Games in 1948 with a focus on incorporating sports into the rehabilitation of paraplegic patients, has left a lasting impact on the Paralympics.

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'Amazing mental preparation': How Israeli athletes made history at the Paris Olympics

Haaretz Weekly · 13 Aug

Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympics made history by winning an unprecedented seven medals, marking a significant achievement in Israel's Olympic history.

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No, Ethan Katzberg is not Jewish—but here are all the Olympic medalists who are

Menschwarmers · 12 Aug

The text discusses the excitement around Ethan Katzberg, a non-Jewish Canadian athlete, who won gold in hammer throw at the 2024 Paris Olympics, despite initial hopes he might be Jewish.

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Jewish Olympic wrestling champion Amit Elor condemns antisemitism, after avoiding subject ahead of Paris

Luke Tress in JTA · 9 Aug

Amit Elor, a Jewish Olympic wrestling gold medalist, recently spoke out against antisemitism, highlighting her family's survival of the Holocaust and receiving antisemitic messages online.

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Pelosi Makes a Risky Bet

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 30 Jul

The article discusses Nancy Pelosi's endorsement of Dean Preston, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America running for reelection in San Francisco against Bilal Mahmood, a moderate tech entrepreneur.

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The Jewish Sport Report: When to watch Jewish and Israeli athletes during the Olympics

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 26 Jul

The article discusses Jewish and Israeli athletes to watch during the 2024 Paris Olympics, highlighting key performances and schedules.

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Researchers debunk viral video appearing to show Hamas member threatening ‘rivers of blood’ at Paris Olympics

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 26 Jul

A viral video supposedly showing a Hamas member threatening violence at the Paris Olympics was proven to be a Russian disinformation campaign.

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Palestinians will compete at the Olympics — without a state to represent. Here's why Jews should be outraged

David B. Isenberg in Forward · 26 Jul

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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When are Jewish and Israeli athletes competing in the Paris Olympics?

Jacob Gurvis in Forward · 24 Jul

The 2024 Paris Olympics feature a large delegation of Jewish and Israeli athletes competing in a variety of sports including swimming, equestrian events, gymnastics, judo, fencing, and more.

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When are Jewish and Israeli athletes competing in the Paris Olympics? Here’s the latest schedule.

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 24 Jul

The 2024 Paris Olympics have begun with Israel sending a large delegation participating in various events.

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Facing death threats and boycott calls, these Israeli Olympic athletes are worth watching

Menschwarmers · 23 Jul

As Israeli athletes prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics amidst death threats and heightened security concerns, the episode highlights their resilience and athletic prowess.

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Facing death threats and boycott calls, these Israeli Olympic athletes are worth watching

Menschwarmers · 23 Jul

Israeli athletes facing death threats ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics remain resolute, bolstered by heightened security assurances from France.

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The Jewish Sport Report: A Jewish preview of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 12 Jul

The article provides a preview of Jewish and Israeli athletes to watch at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, including notable figures like Artem Dolgopyat in gymnastics, Jessica Fox in paddling, and Nick Itkin in fencing.

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Trailblazing Canadian cyclist removed from Ottawa International Women’s Day event over past IDF service

Jennifer Lovy in Forward · 15 Feb

Canadian cyclist Leah Goldstein, who made history as the first woman to win a 3,000-mile bike race across the United States, was removed as the keynote speaker at an International Women's Day event in Ontario due to her past service in the Israeli army.

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Jeremy Corbyn Will Lay a Wreath for PLO Munich Murderers but Not for Dead Jews at Yad Vashem

David Patrikarakos in Tablet · 13 Aug 2018

The text discusses Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn's controversial actions regarding honoring Palestinian terrorists who attacked Israeli athletes in Munich in 1972.

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Black September

Erika Dreifus in Jewish Review of Books · 27 Feb 2013

The text discusses the 1972 Munich Olympics where eleven Israeli athletes were murdered by Black September, a group linked to the Palestine Liberation Organization.

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