Young Israel sponsors ‘Health through Torah’ programs

  SAN DIEGO  (Press Release) — The World Health Organization reports that in 2019 more than 141 million children will be born: 73 million boys and 68 million girls. Based on recent mortality risks the boys will live, on average, 69.8 years and the girls 74.2 years. What’s this have to do with a synagogue-based, […]

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Jewish Religion, Michael Mantell, San Diego Calendar, Science, Medicine, & Education

No Rep. Omar, Iran troubles didn’t start with Trump

By Shoshana Bryen WASHINGTON, D. C –For Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, the world must start fresh every day. That would explain her ignorance on Iran. “None of this [tension] would be happening if Trump didn’t back out of the Iran nuclear deal,” Omar said on Twitter. “America’s response should be to return to the table

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International, Middle East, Shoshana Bryen, USA

Seven ‘Women of Valor’ saluted at Jewish Arts Festival

By Eileen Wingard SAN DIEGO — Celebrating its tenth anniversary as an annual part of the Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival, this year’s Women of Valor featured seven outstanding local Jewish women, Jaqui Silver, Pianist and Educator; Allison Price, Philanthropist and Body Builder; Theresa Dupuis, Chair of San Diego Jewish Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy;

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Eileen Wingard, Jewish History, San Diego County, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA

Moe Berg’s surprising double life

The Spy Behind Home Plate, a documentary on the life of Moe Berg by Aviva Kempner, opening June 28 at the Landmark Ken Theater, 4061 Adams Avenue, San Diego. By Donald H. Harrison SAN DIEGO – In baseball, an all-around player is one who can hit, field, steal bases, and inspire his team mates.  They

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Donald H. Harrison, International, Jewish History, Sports & Competitions, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA