Whole-brain MRI scans were performed before and after the 18-month trial to track changes in brain health. Using advanced brain-age prediction models based on brain MRI data, researchers estimated each participant’s brain age before and after the dietary intervention. [Press Release]
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On July 7, 1936, Einstein wrote to Mathisson: “I am extremely pleased that you have found such a wonderful sphere of activity in Soviet Russia.” He ended up in Kazan on the recommendations of Albert Einstein, Paul Langevin, and Jacques Hadamard. All three were honorary members of the USSR Academy of Sciences and vouched for Mathitsson’s loyalty. [Alex Gordon]
Jewish Biography: Myron Mathisson, Polish Physicist Read More »
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There were no histrionics or choreography in his playing, only sincere, concentrated musical beauty, performed with the confidence of a seasoned artist. Matathias injected these qualities into all four movements of the Cesar Franck Sonata which followed. [Eileen Wingard]
No Histrionics from Violinist Asi Matathias, Just Superb Playing Read More »
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The story follows German-Jewish immigrant Rose’s arrival in San Diego in the mid- 1800s, and his experience being an integral part of the early days of San Diego. He faced plenty of antisemitism in the process, but thanks to his geniality he was elected to myriad public offices including the presidency of the city’s board of trustees and the county’s board of supervisors. [Sandi Masori]
A Rose by any other Name is a ‘Thorn & Petal’: Dramedy Depicts Early San Diego Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, Jewish History, San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
After wrestling for several years with the less-than-ideal delivery of TV services by one of the two main providers in Israel, we decided to take the fateful step (once again) of changing over to its principal rival. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Switching TV Providers in Israel No Easy Matter Read More »
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This journey was part of a program created nearly five years ago by the San Diego Jewish Federation to strengthen our nearly 25-year relationship with our sister region in Israel, Sha’ar HaNegev. Federation’s CEO, Heidi Gantwerk, had the vision to ensure this sacred partnership wasn’t held by Federation alone, but shared and nurtured across all our Jewish organizations. Out of that vision, the Gesher Project, “gesher” meaning bridge in Hebrew, was born. [Betzy Lynch]
Sha’ar HaNegev and San Diego Crossing a Metaphoric Bridge Together Read More »
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“We know that jewels are precious and are formed over many years of intense exposure to pressure and environmental factors. Yet, when we look beyond the rough edges, polish them and craft them, we discover something beautiful and priceless. “ [Eva Trieger]
Formerly Incarcerated Playwrights Bring Hindsight and Insight to the Stage Read More »
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The California State Assembly gave final approval late Friday to Assembly Bill 715, landmark legislation to combat antisemitism in California’s K-12 public schools, in a bipartisan 71-0, with 9 abstentions. [Press Release]
California Legislature Passes AB715 to Guard against Antisemitism in Public Schools Read More »
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his past weekend was opening day of apple picking in Julian, located in the picturesque Cuyamaca Mountains in San Diego County. Although it was a very warm afternoon in the mountains and not much wind was blowing, we picked our crop of varieties of apples, ranging from Jonathan’s, Empire, Gala, and Golden Delicious from Volcan Valley Apple Farm. They do not need any honey since they are just so wonderful by themselves. [Cailin Acosta]
Apples for Rosh Hashana Grown Locally Read More »
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Jewish-interest license plates are everywhere, including this one in Kentucky proudly proclaiming the driver is a grandpa. (Photo: Harry Jacobson-Beyer)
The Due Process and Safety Ordinance [is] a landmark policy aimed at protecting civil liberties, restoring public trust, and drawing firm legal boundaries against discriminatory and warrantless federal activity. [Press Release]
Today the tomb is divided between Jewish and Muslim sectors and is used as a place of worship and gatherings. Inside the Jewish areas are six large memorial markers for the three couples (patriarchs and matriarchs) buried far below. It has special opening hours. “Isaac’s Hall” is normally reserved for Muslim prayer but ten days a year, on Jewish special holidays, it’s reserved for Jewish worship. Wherever there is enough space, there are worshippers saying prayers. [Steve Kramer]
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I should first say that I am fully healed. What sent me to the ER was not failure of the body itself but a severe reaction to medication. It was frightening in the moment, but I’m grateful to share that I’m back to normal now. [Shahar Masori]
Living in the Spirit of the ‘Modeh Ani’ (I Thank You) Prayer Read More »
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The Jewish Future Promise (JFP), a global movement inspiring Jews and allies to commit at least 50% of their charitable giving in their estate plans to Jewish causes or the State of Israel, on Friday announced its 130,000th signer: Professor Jack Wertheimer, one of the foremost scholars of American Jewish life. [Press Release]
130,000 Promise Half Their Estates to Jewish Causes, Israel Read More »
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