Jerry Seinfeld Become a LEGO in One of the Weirdest Ads Ever

Published by ScreenCrush Back when Seinfeld was the biggest show on broadcast television, Jerry Seinfeld garnered a reputation as an advertising wizard. His American Express commercials where he co-starred with Superman were hailed as great ads, or maybe even something more than that. They elevated the commercial to something like a work of art. His

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New Auschwitz exhibit acknowledges Austrian complicity in Nazi crimes

Published by DPA A new exhibit at the memorial site for the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp is set to shine a light on the role of Austrians in Nazi atrocities. Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen and several members of the Austrian government opened the new exhibit in Poland on Monday. It was Austria’s “will and

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International

Biden aides to tell Israelis U.S. will pursue ‘other avenues’ if Iran diplomacy fails

Published by Reuters By Matt Spetalnick and Steve Holland WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Top U.S. officials will tell their Israeli counterparts on Tuesday that the Biden administration remains committed to diplomacy with Iran, but if necessary would be prepared to pursue “other avenues” to ensure Tehran does not acquire a nuclear weapon, a senior U.S. official

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Middle East

What Would Be the Borders in a ‘Two-State’ Solution?

Americans have reminded us that our closest friend still adheres to the notion of a Palestinian State, even though the President has indicated that it’ll take a lot of time to accomplish that goal. Where would it be? What would be its borders? What about Israelis living in East Jerusalem and in many parts of the West Bank? [Ira Sharkansky, Ph.D]

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Ira Sharkansky, Middle East

‘Telescope Parenting’ Means Watching Your Kids from a Safe Distance

I practice telescope parenting. When my kids were younger, I loved watching them run around in public and got great amusement observing their antics. I let them pick the agenda on the outing, interact with whomever they fancied and climb or explore at will. This worked great on hikes, at the beach, visiting museums or shopping malls, where they could safely wander and express themselves. It was always interesting to see who was charmed by their personalities, who would initiate conversation and who would look around for the irresponsible guardian who set the kids loose. [Sam Glaser]

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Lifestyles, Sam Glaser

Good News from Israel (October 3, 2021)

In the 3rd Oct 21 edition of Israel’s good news, the highlights include: 
–Israeli scientists have 3D-printed blood vessels for implanted organs.
–Israel’s special Shalva Band performed for a UN disability conference.
–Another Israeli animal-free meat alternative.
–Two Israeli ways to navigate without GPS.
–An Israeli startup makes a $1 billion acquisition.
–Israel won their first European baseball medal

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Jamie Lee Curtis defends her decision to stand by Scarlett Johannsson

Published by BANG Showbiz English Jamie Lee Curtis has defended her decision to stand by Scarlett Johannsson, and reveals that she would love to work with her. The 62-year-old ‘Freaky Friday’ actress stuck up for the star amidst her pay dispute lawsuit with Disney and now has nothing but words of support for the star.

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William Shatner, 90, In Talks To Fly On Blue Origin’s Next Space Trip

Published by uInterview.com Former Star Trek star William Shatner may be heading on another space journey, this time in an actual spaceship and not a film set. The 90-year old actor is in talks with billionaire tycoon Jeff Bezos about joining a trip to space in October. Shatner would be the oldest person to head

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Destroyer named for Sen. Carl Levin is christened in Maine

Published by The Detroit News DETROIT — The destroyer named for the late U.S. Sen. Carl Levin was christened at a port in Maine on Saturday morning by the ship’s sponsors, Levin’s three daughters. The ceremony came two months after Levin’s death at age 87 in late July. Levin, a Detroit Democrat, was Michigan’s longest-serving

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