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Opposition continues despite new Boy Scout policy
In 2001, Temple Israel of Hollywood (TIOH) overwhelmingly decided to end its sponsorship of Cub Scout Pack 1300 to protest the Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) policy banning openly gay…
Jews should get offended
If there’s one thing the Palestinians are great at, it’s saying no. For years now, many peace-loving Jewish heads have been bruised from banging against the brick wall of Palestinian rejectionism.
NSA and JEW
If you ever needed a sign that Jews feel fully integrated and accepted by society, consider this: Not one major Jewish group made a peep over the revelations of National Security Agency (NSA) surveillance.
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“Curb” star Jeff Garlin spends two days in jail following parking lot confrontation
Actor Jeff Garlin ("Curb Your Enthusiasm") was released from a Van Nuys jail yesterday, at approximately 7:30 a.m., according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) website. An incident…
‘Man of Steel’ screenwriter David S. Goyer on Superman and religion
“People are always so quick to point out the Christ allegory in “The Man of Steel” but Superman has always struck me as a combination of Old Testament and New…
Superman is a Jewish Fantasy
This past week my wife surprised me with tickets to the new Superman movie “Man of Steel” for my birthday. So late Saturday night, we sat in a packed movie…
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Archie Comics feature film in the works
Archie comics lovers, rejoice!
Israel’s SodaStream inks deal with KitchenAid
The Israeli company SodaStream agreed to develop a home system for making carbonated drinks for KitchenAid appliances.
Barbra Streisand receives Honorary Doctorate from The Hebrew University
Barbra Streisand, after receiving an honorary doctorate from The Hebrew University, stands in front of the plaque of the Institute of Jewish Studies Building, established in 1984 in honor of…
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Summer Peaches Are Here
I always figured peaches were a super sugary fruit as they are so darn good. But it is not so. Peaches: are often less than 100 calories, making them a…
The Power of Language: Cultivating Positive Emotions
Language affects the heart. When we’re surrounded by others who speak negatively, it can really affect our mood and disposition. Are we aware of how much negative language there is…
Attention Forward: We Aren’t That Radical
It has been said that most of us believe newspaper reporting to be generally accurate, until we read an article on a subject with which we are intimately familiar. It…
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Is Obama in Trouble Because of Israel (Again)?
April 23, 2013 | 8:59 am
Do you remember Obama's 'red line' concerning Syria's use of chemical weapons? Well, Israel claims it has been crossed...
Hagel’s Message: There’s No Daylight (Between Him and Obama)
April 22, 2013 | 8:07 am
The American Secretary of Defense has given us some nice quotes about Iran in the past couple of days, but has he actually said anything?
Rosner’s Torah-Talk: Parashat Kedoshim with Rabbi Rick Jacobs
April 19, 2013 | 9:36 am
The first in a series of weekly video discussions about the weekly Torah portion with leading Rabbis of different denominations. Our special guest this week is URJ President Rick Jacobs.
The IDF vs. Bar Refaeli is Really The IDF vs. the Foreign Ministry
April 17, 2013 | 6:55 am
The IDF and the Foreign Ministry have been arguing... about a supermodel.
Seven thoughts for Yom HaAtzmaut
April 15, 2013 | 6:36 am
Tomorrow is Israel's Independence day. Are American Jews invited?
Asking Netanyahu for a Down Payment on the Kotel Deal
April 14, 2013 | 8:08 am
While the Western Wall compromise seems promising, a lot could happen before it sees the light of day. What could be done to make sure that the Israeli government means business?
New Politics, Old Politics: Has Lapid Lost his Magic Touch?
April 12, 2013 | 5:59 am
Israel's new Minister of Finance made quite a PR blunder last week on Facebook. Isn't he supposed to be media Savvy?
Post-Visit Israeli Opinion of Obama: Better but Far From Great
April 11, 2013 | 7:31 am
Did the Obama visit change the Israeli public's attitude towards the American President? A new poll helps shed some light on the matter.
Responding to Allegations of ‘Totalitarianism’ and to Other Saner Remarks About my Kotel Story
April 9, 2013 | 8:17 am
Sunday's 'Women of the Wall' story raised a lot of questions, comments and concerns. Here are some responses.
Will it Benefit Israel to Discuss Financial Aid with Obama?
April 8, 2013 | 11:21 am
President Obama wants to talk about Israel's foreign aid package. Is that a good thing for Israel?
Anat Hoffman Might Be on the Verge of Becoming a Jewish Hero
April 7, 2013 | 8:24 am
It seems like the Women of the Wall are very close to a serious victory. The big question is whether they are ready to settle or not.
Three Answers to Three Questions on Yesterday’s Post
April 4, 2013 | 9:32 am
Some readers had some questions. Here are my answers.
Why Israel Isn’t More Thrilled About the Death of the ‘Settlement Freeze’
April 3, 2013 | 9:31 am
The US demand for a settlement freeze seems to be becoming less of an issue following the Obama visit. Why isn't Israel celebrating?
Q&A: Philip Roth and the Jews
March 31, 2013 | 4:35 am
An interview with Jewish American literature scholar Hana Wirth-Nesher about Philip Roth- who has just celebrated his 80th birthday- and his long and winding literary career. .
Q&A: Many Suicide Terrorists are Suicidal in the Clinical Sense
March 27, 2013 | 7:12 am
An interview with criminal justice professor Adam Lankford about his new book- 'The Myth of Martyrdom'- which explores the idea that many suicide terrorists are in fact suicidal in the usual sense of the word.
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