“Like graphite, nature produces many other materials with weakly bonded layers,” Stern explains. “Each layer behaves like a LEGO brick — breaking a single brick is difficult, but separating and reconnecting two bricks is relatively simple. …” (Press Release)
‘Slidetronics’ Can Make New Materials from Old Ones Read More »
Israel, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education
Eli Sharabi, 52, Or Levy, 34, and Ohad Ben Ami, 56, were released from Hamas captivity Saturday morning, Feb. 8, after surviving 491 days in hell. Gaunt and emaciated after being starved by their barbaric captors, the three men were forced to participate in another despicable PR parade staged by Hamas terrorists. [Cory Meyer, AIPAC)
Home in Israel at Last: Eli Shabari, Or Levy, and Ohad Ben Ami Read More »
Israel, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Trump’s suggestion of offering Gazans the choice to temporarily relocate with international support breaks away from old paradigms, much like the child’s truth encouraged those around the emperor to see clearly for the first time. [Rabbi Dr. Michael Leo Samuel]
Trump’s Gaza Proposal and ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ Read More »
Israel, Jewish History, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
One thing is clear about U.S. President Trump’s plan for Gaza: the whole world, except for Israel’s government and the U.S. administration, is united in rejecting the idea. Most vociferous in opposing it are the Arab countries, especially those two (Egypt and Jordan) slated to accept the Gazans who agree to leave that benighted piece of real estate. So much for Arab solidarity. Not to mention human compassion in the rest of the world. [Dorothea Shefer-Vanson]
Trump’s Gaza Plan Leaves the World Aghast and Confused Read More »
Dorothea Shefer-Vanson, International, Israel, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
With Tu B’Shvat coming on Feb. 13, I found these coloring pages from Joanne Fink Judaica to be printed and colored. As the weather seems to be a bit dreary with possible rain, I thought a fun indoor activity would be nice to share with you all. [Cailin Acosta]
Tu B’Shevat Coloring Pages for Children and Adults Read More »
Antisemitism, Cailin Acosta, Holocaust, International, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food
Upon its formal creation, the Caucus Founder, Rep. Wasserman Schultz, nominated Reps. Nadler and Brad Schneider (IL-10) to serve as co-chairs of the Caucus, who were then unanimously elected by the Caucus members. (Press Release)
Congressional Jewish Caucus Founded Read More »
Israel, Jewish History, Press Release, USA
Partial transcript of a debate among King Farouk I of Egypt, President Shukri Kuwatly of Syria, President Bechara Khoury of Lebanon, King Abdullah of Jordan and King Faisal II of Iraq on the evening of May 14, 1948, minutes after David Ben-Gurion proclaimed the establishment of the State of Israel. (Bruce Lowitt)
Satire: Palestine Solutions, Then and Now Read More »
Bruce F. Lowitt, Israel, Middle East, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Song of Ascent shown Wednesday night, Feb. 5, at the San Diego International Film Festival is a documentary film directed by Shlomo Weprin in which he follows reggae/rapper Matisyahu’s live concerts and meetings with Oct. 7 survivors in Israel. [Cailin Acosta]
‘Song of Ascent’ Brings Hope to Oct. 7 Survivors Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish Celebrities, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food, USA
The commanding Clock Tower, which is a stone’s throw from the light rail stop, was built in in 1900 in “Palestine” by the Ottoman Sultan, Abdul Hamid II. His purpose was to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the sultan’s reign. Six of these clock towers were built in Palestine, among the stupendous total of about 100 throughout the Ottoman Empire. [Steve Kramer]
Touring Jaffa and Tel Aviv with a Son from Arizona Read More »
Israel, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Steve Kramer, Travel and Food
Within hours of the jubilant press conference to announce the US “takeover” of Gaza and the potential of turning this war ravaged region into the crown jewel of the Middle East, Saudi Arabia publicly affirmed their support for a Palestinian state as sine qua non to any normalization of relations with Israel. [Amy Neustein, Ph.D]
Resolving Gaza’s ‘Custody Battle’–the Capstone of Trump’s Mideast Peace Negotiations? Read More »
Amy Neustein, Israel, Middle East, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
Four Hours a Day shown Tuesday morning, Feb. 4, at the San Diego International Film Festival is a documentary film directed by Ayelet Dekel in which she interviews mothers and daughters who lived on different kibbutzim in Israel. The subjects commented on the kibbutz ideology of having their children raised communally in a “children’s home.” [Cailin Acosta]
‘Four Hours a Day’ is Not Enough Time Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
End of Love Season shown Tuesday morning, Feb. 4, at the San Diego International Jewish Film Festival is a documentary film directed by Shai Gal in which he interviews his parents Geula and Arik. [Cailin Acosta]
After 55 Years of Marriage, Couple Literally Divides Their Home Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast
Seeing Israel through the Momentum lens had me hooked and I became a madricha (guide) in 2022 and 2024. In 2023, I participated in the Momentum Fellowship for Jewish women leaders in Orlando as well as in San Jose in 2024. [Alissa Haroush]
Taking Action for Israel at Home and Abroad Read More »
California, Israel, Lifestyles, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
Since returning to the White House in January 2025, President Donald Trump has enacted several policies that have significantly strengthened the U.S.-Israel alliance. Even before he officially took office, Trump played a crucial role in mediating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This agreement led to the release of numerous hostages, including children, women, and elderly men who had been abducted during the October 2023 attacks. [Miriam Gershenson]
Trump is Israel’s Good Friend– and He Proved It Again While Meeting Netanyahu Read More »
Antisemitism, Holocaust, International, Israel, Miriam Gershenson, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA