Published by AFP Washington (AFP) – US President Joe Biden said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Gaza policy was a “mistake” and urged Israel to call for a ceasefire, in an interview aired Tuesday. Biden’s comments were some of his strongest criticism yet of Netanyahu amid growing tensions over the civilian death toll from Israel’s war […]
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Emile Zola received tremendous backlash for his letter, but he managed to bring the French people to their senses, stopping the wave of antisemitism that was then ravaging France. [Jose Galicot]
In Emile Zola’s Famous Rebuke to Antisemites: ‘J’Accuse!’ Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Israel, Jewish History, Jose Galicot, Opinion, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
This past Sunday, Tifereth Israel Synagogue hosted its First Annual Artists’ Showcase. Many talented artists came out to proudly display their creations which ranged from art, books, music, photography, woodworking, other crafts and Israeli stamp collecting. The event was jointly sponsored by the Tifereth Israel Synagogue Men’s Club and Sisterhood. [Mimi Pollack]
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Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Donald H. Harrison, Fred Kropveld, Israel, Jewish Religion, Mimi Pollack, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, News Media, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share, USA
“Antisemitism is expressed openly; blatant verbal and physical threats and attacks on Jewish students often go unaddressed by the administration. By filing this Title VI federal complaint, we aim to hold the administration accountable.” [Press Release]
3 Jewish Defense Groups Complain of Antisemitism at Ohio State University Read More »
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Hillel International has ranked by Jewish population 60 public universities and 60 private universities in the United States and Canada. [SDJW staff]
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Chen is an excellent violinist and Elizalde contributed outstanding keyboard collaboration. They offered informal commentary before each selection, projecting a feeling of intimacy with the audience which set this apart from formal recitals. In addition, Chen faced the audience as he played, rather than standing in profile. His handsome countenance reflected the spirit of the music. [Eileen Wingard]
Chen on Joachim’s Stradivarius Provided Visual Accompaniment to the Music Read More »
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The story of the Battle of Halys River, while potentially embellished with the passage of time, offers valuable insights into the delicate interplay between war and peace. It highlights the potential for unforeseen events, in this case a celestial phenomenon, to disrupt the course of conflict and create an opening for diplomacy. [Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel]
The Enduring Shadow of War: Herodotus, Celestial Omens, and the Quest for Peace Read More »
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The new musical Ride, currently playing at The Old Globe, celebrates this revolutionary journey by a woman who may just define moxie, if not chutzpah. [Sandi Masori]
Jewish ‘Girl Power’ Rides into the Old Globe Read More »
International, Jewish History, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, Travel and Food, USA
Judaism has blessings for almost all occasions. What blessing is specified in the Talmud to be recited upon experiencing an earthquake? [Mark D. Zimmerman]
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Published by Euronews (English) Jonathan Glazer’s speech is continuing to become one of the Oscars’ most debated and polarizing moments. Heated debate continues to rage after his stirring speech during the 96th Academy Awards, during which the British director, accepting Best International Feature for his staggering Holocaust film The Zone of Interest, drew a parallel
Between 1992 and 2007, he worked at The Hotline, hosting webcasts and a weekly show and serving for six years as its editor-in-chief. He also made guest appearances on political talk shows. This led to a job at NBC providing on-air political analysis for the network’s various news shows. Following Russert’s death in June 2008, David Gregory became the host of Meet The Press, and Todd became NBC News Chief White House Correspondent while continuing his on-air political analysis. [SDJW staff]
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Today, I am writing from Sha’ar HaNegev, where just this morning a therapist told me that here, it is still October 7. I can hear Israeli artillery in the background. This morning brought news of four soldiers killed overnight in Gaza. Last night I attended a somber protest focused on the safe return of the hostages. This morning, I attended a meeting of the management team. The sheer number of daunting challenges they are reviewing is overwhelming. [Heidi Gantwerk]
Jewish Federation’s CEO: ‘Lo Kol B’Seder’ in Israel Read More »
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Published by RBC-Ukraine (CA) Israel is prepared to fight until complete victory over the Hamas group and promises to cease fire only after the return of Israelis kidnapped by terrorists, according to the head of the Israeli government. According to him, today Israel marks six months since the beginning of the war with Hamas. He
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Israel, Middle East, Nordot, USA
It was important for me to participate because I’m Israeli and my nation is traumatized. It was important for me to participate because my global Jewish community is in tears. It was important for me to participate because my heart is broken and I’m trying hard to put it back together. It was important for me to participate because I needed to be near people who are experiencing the same. [Miriam Gershenson]
An Encouraging Walk in Balboa Park in Support of the Israeli Hostages in Gaza Read More »
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