By Alon Schuster KIBBUTZ MEFALSIM, Israel — I would like to update you on what is happening here in Sha’ar HaNegev over the past few months. As of last March, the terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip began to intensify their attacks on the communities bordering the Gaza Strip, and Sha’ar HaNegev in particular. As of
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Middle East, San Diego County
By Donald H. Harrison SAN DIEGO – Rabbi Nadav Caine and family are now packing up their belongings as he gets ready to assume a new pulpit in Ann Arbor, Michigan, beginning July 1. Caine, 51, had been with Congregation Ner Tamid in suburban Poway for 12 years, starting with the Conservative congregation during the
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Donald H. Harrison, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
By Moshe Phillips NEW YORK — With the summer wedding season upon us, Jewish couples are preparing for marriage ceremonies that will conclude with the ancient ritual that many know simply as “the breaking of the glass.” Many a groom’s heel will crush a small glass under a handkerchief. Unfortunately for many assimilated Jews, the only
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Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Middle East, USA
Israel’s historical sites represent more than events from long ago—they tell the story of a nation and its people By Rachel Cohen Historical sites have the ability to stir emotions. Take the Statue of Liberty in New York, for example. Nearly every visitor—from anywhere around the world—can surely appreciate its significance, meaning, and symbolism for
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Jewish History, Middle East, Travel and Food
SAN DIEGO — Following are some of the stories of Jewish interest that hit our editor’s computer mail box at editor@sdjewishworld.com on Tuesday, June 12. We are interested in local, national, and international news of Jewish interest, and welcome comments from members of the Jewish community about these news items. Americans, Knesset Members Discuss Religious Pluralism At
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International, Jewish Religion, Middle East, Science, Medicine, & Education, USABy Joel H. Cohen NEW YORK — President Trump doesn’t drink alcoholic beverages, but he seems slightly intoxicated – tipsy with what he’s convinced is his unlimited power to pardon. The latest beneficiaries are Bible figures, notably Delilah (of hair-cutting fame), the Philistine beauty who was bribed to learn the source of Samson’s great strength. She
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Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
JERUSALEM (Press Release)– Austrian Federal Chancellor Sebastian Kurz declared at the 2018 AJC Global Forum that the Austrian government viewed both the fight against anti-Semitism and the security of the state of Israel as part of his country’s Staatsräson, or national interest. Kurz also noted his government’s support for Israel as a Jewish state, announced
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International, Jewish History, Middle EastBy Shoshana Bryen WASHINGTON, D.C. — As President Trump prepares for his summit with Kim Jong-un, there is no telling how it will go, but go it will. The president has chosen to break the cycle of lower-level meetings that result in North Korean promises regarding their nuclear program followed by American largesse followed by
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International, USA
JERUSALEM (Press Release) — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen arrived in Israel Monday to take part in the International Homeland and Public Security Ministerial Forum on enhancing international cooperation that will start Tuesday in Jerusalem. Sec. Nielsen will take major role in the conference. The meeting between Israel’s Minister of Public Security and
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Middle East, USA
NEW YORK (Press Release) — Ivy Schamis, from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Parkland, Florida, has been named this year’s Anne Frank Center “Teacher of the Year” in recognition of her guiding presence and the strengths of patience, justice, and empowerment that she has successfully shared with younger generations. The 22nd annual gala and awards program, to be
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Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
SAN DIEGO — Following are some of the stories of Jewish interest that hit our editor’s computer mail box at editor@sdjewishworld.com on Monday, June 11. We are interested in local, national, and international news of Jewish interest, and welcome comments from members of the Jewish community about these news items. U.S. Air Force, Ben Gurion University
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International, Middle East, USAJERUSALEM (Press Release) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, addressing the opening plenary session of the 2018 American Jewish Committee’s (AJC) Global Forum on Sunday night, reaffirmed his commitment to countering Iranian aggression, achieving peace with the Palestinians, and expanding access to the Western Wall. More than 2,400 people, from 56 countries and six continents,
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International, Middle East, USA
By Oliver Pollak RICHMOND, California — Two weeks in Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria netted hardly any souvenirs. And not for want of opportunity. The Jewish gift shops in Cologne, Prague, and Vienna were well stocked. But we travel as light as we can, going and returning. Most souvenirs have a short half-life. Will you still love it tomorrow? In Israel
Plenty of souvenirs at home; didn’t need more Read More »
International, Oliver Pollak, Travel and Food
By Donald H. Harrison LA JOLLA, California – Michael Sonduck, soon to retire as chief executive officer of the Jewish Federation of San Diego County, on Sunday, June 10, urged a roomful of well-wishers representing boards, staffs, and financial supporters of some 120 local Jewish organizations in the county, to look beyond their individual organizations
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Jewish History, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, USA