Just doing mitzvot is not enough. Doing so with gladness of heart is the proper way. Remembering where we come from, not “who we are,” but “whose we are,” expands our gladness. [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D.]
Parsha Ki Tavo: To be a Jew is to be Grateful Read More »
Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Yesterday, we were again reminded of how fragile freedom can be. The assassination of Charlie Kirk was not only an attack on a prominent public figure but on the very principles he sought to defend—open dialogue, free debate, and the courage to confront difficult truths. [Press Release]
Mourning 9-11 Victims and Charlie Kirk Read More »
Obituaries & memorials, Press Release, USA
Miss Leive, takes Beatrix to Catholic Mass every Sunday to prove she is not Jewish. The Gestapo, unfortunately, raids Miss Leive’s house and sends her to a concentration camp, but Beatrix escaped, and Lars and Hans find her hiding and do more to keep her safe by keeping the blinds closed and not letting her leave the house. [Cailin Acosta]
Historical Fiction Celebrates Righteous Gentiles Saving Little Girl from the Nazis Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Cailin Acosta, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Since 2022, antisemitic incidents in Spain have reportedly risen by 567%. In the aftermath of the October 7th atrocities by Hamas, the Spanish government has fanned the flames of antisemitism by falsely accusing Israelis of genocide, participating in lawfare against Israel, and seeking to impose arms embargoes that would deny the world’s only Jewish state the ability to defend itself. [Press Release]
StandWithUs Urges Travel Boycott to Spain; Cancels its own Trip There Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Jewish History, Press Release, Travel and Food
So here I am, a year later—not shining on television but sitting in a chair receiving my third chemo infusion. And you know what’s helping me walk through this most unwanted, awful, terrifying chapter? Embracing it. [Shayna Kaufmann]
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Lifestyles, Science, Medicine, & Education, Shayna Kaufmann, Staff and Bylined Contributors
We tried the Smoked Nova Salmon, Pastrami Smoked Salmon, the wild-caught Smoked Whitefish salad, and the wild-caught Herring in Cream Sauce. All of them are Kosher. [Sandi Masori]
Smoked Fish Taste Test: 2 Kinds of Lox, Whitefish, and Creamed Herring Read More »
Business & Finance, International, Jewish Religion, San Diego County, Sandi Masori, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
From providing basic needs like food assistance and mental-health support services to offering large-scale education and cultural experiences. From developing student leaders to bringing Torah study – our Hillel of San Diego supports every aspect of life for our Jewish students while also serving as a community center, giant Shabbat table, synagogue, and beacon of light for the broader campus community. [Mitch Siegler, Hillel of San Diego]
World’s Fastest Growing Hillel Promotes Karen Parry to CEO Read More »
Antisemitism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Before Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the Moon on July 21, 1969, Jewish religious authorities were debating whether Jews were permitted to go to space. Naysayers cited Psalms 115:16 which is rendered by the Stone edition of the Tanach: “As for the heavens, the heavens are Hashem’s, but the earth He has given to mankind.” [Donald H. Harrison]
Halakhah Challenged by Space Travel, Documentary Explains Read More »
Donald H. Harrison, International, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
The House was debating amendments to the annual defense authorization bill, with Mace, a Republican, seeking to ban gender-affirming care under the military’s TRICARE health benefits. [Chris Jennewein, Times of San Diego]
Sharp Personal Exchange Between Reps. Sara Jacobs and Nancy Mace Read More »
Antisemitism, Chris Jennewein, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, USA
Serge Haroche (September 11, 1944) is a Moroccan-French physicist who was awarded the 2012 Nobel Prize for Physics jointly with David J. Wineland for “ground-breaking experimental methods that enable measuring and manipulation of individual quantum systems”, a study of the particle of light, the photon. [Wikipedia]
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Science, Medicine, & Education, Today's Jewish Birthday, Wikipedia
“AB 715 delivers the tools, accountability, and urgency needed to make sure every student feels safe in the classroom. Today’s vote affirms that the California Legislature is serious about combating hate and ensuring every child is afforded a safe and supportive learning environment. …” (Press Release)
State Senate Committee Approves Bill to Combat Antisemitism in Schools Read More »
Antisemitism, California, Press Release, Science, Medicine, & Education
Jewish Federation of San Diego, together with the Lawrence Family JCC and the Israeli American Council, will present an evening of remembrance and resilience marking two years since the October 7 attacks on 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 9 at The Sound at Del Mar Fairgrounds. [Cailin Acosta]
Two Years Since Oct. 7 Massacre to Be Commemorated Oct. 9 Read More »
Cailin Acosta, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Religion, Obituaries & memorials, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share
The whole renaming offensive is an exercise in transparency. Trump wants Americans to realize what they voted for. The following name changes of departments will be announced soon. [Laurie Baron]
Satire: The Rename Game Read More »
Lawrence Baron, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Trivia, Humor & Satire, USA
Nazis wanted to recruit the baby’s father, aviator Charles Lindbergh, to their cause and figured Hauptmann’s German origins might dissuade Lindbergh from becoming a pro-German, America-First spokesperson who’d argue against American support for Great Britain and its Allies. (Lindbergh later filled that role.) [Donald H. Harrison]
The Mob Takes on American Nazis in This Mystery Novel Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Donald H. Harrison, Staff and Bylined Contributors