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Kerry says Israelis, Palestinians must make tough decisions
Israeli and Palestinian leaders must decide soon on whether to revive long-dormant peace negotiations to end their decades-old conflict, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Friday.
Industry is best bet for peace, Israeli billionaire says
On a new industrial park in Israel's largest Arab town, a software plant belonging to a multibillion-dollar U.S.-listed firm sits cheek-by-jowl with two small Arab-owned businesses: a metal factory and one producing tools for brain surgery.
Adelsons donate $40 million to Birthright
Casino tycoon Sheldon Adelson and his wife, Miriam, donated $40 million to the Birthright Israel Foundation.
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Billy Crystal to star in Larry Charles’ FX series
Looks like FX is going to be injecting some humor into their lineup. Not a bad idea, we think, after many seasons of the awesome yet dark series “Justified” or…
Civility replaces violence in ‘Last White Night’
In June 1965, during the most violent days of the civil rights movement, 21-year-old Paul Saltzman drove from Toronto to Mississippi to become a freedom fighter with the Student Nonviolent…
Spielberg to produce ‘Halo’ television series, plus other news from the Xbox One announcement
Microsoft Corp gave the world a first look at its new Xbox One on Tuesday, announcing that its first gaming console in eight years will come with exclusive video and…
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A talent agent turns yogurt maven
Amy Salko Robertson — producer of such films as “The Oh in Ohio,” “Lab Rats” and “When Do We Eat?” a comedy set at a Passover seder —realized that she…
Maccabi Tel Aviv back on top but coach future uncertain
Champions Maccabi Tel Aviv have reasserted their dominance of Israeli soccer but media reports on Tuesday suggested they might have to continue their revival without coach Oscar Garcia.
Angelina’s breast cancer victory isn’t for celebrities only
Actress Angelina Jolie just announced that she underwent a preventive double mastectomy after learning that she was genetically predisposed to cancer. Her disclosure was a powerful show of solidarity with…
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Propaganda lies in a disguise
Muhammad al-Durrah, the little boy who became the symbol of the Al-Aqsa Intifada, is returning to the headlines after a decade. A photo of him, crying, leaning against a wall…
Male Eating Disorders: A Real Thing
Recently, People Magazine came out with an article about Ashley Hamilton talking openly about his struggles with an eating disorder. I applaud Ashley for coming out about having an eating…
Religion at the End of The Big C
Last night, Showtime’s The Big C aired its final episode. After three seasons of half-hour installments, this comedy returned for a shortened final season consisting of four hour-long episodes. Subtitled…
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Rosner’s Torah-Talk: Parashat Beha’alotcha with Rabbi Irwin Kula
May 24, 2013 | 12:03 pm
Another episode of our series of weekly video discussions about the weekly Torah portion with leading Rabbis of different denominations. Our special guest today is Rabbi Irwin Kula, President of CLAL- The National Jewish Center for Learning and. . .
Headlines & Reads: Kerry Acknowledges ME Skepticism, Turkey Bans Alcohol Ads, On ‘Kissinger the Jew’
May 24, 2013 | 4:04 am
We bring you a daily round-up of the interesting and informative from around the world, on the four topics covered by Rosner's Domain.
Seeking Confrontation at the Kotel
May 23, 2013 | 6:42 am
A lot of the people involved in the Women of the Wall affair seem to prefer confrontation to compromise. Is a peaceful solution still possible at this stage?
On Having Jewish Mayors in Great American Cities
May 22, 2013 | 9:58 am
Once Eric Garcetti is sworn in, the mayors of America's three largest cities will be Jewish. Should we celebrate or should we keep quiet about it?
Assad, Lapid, Kerry, and Other Annoyances
May 21, 2013 | 1:32 pm
What is Israel's real position on Assad? Why can't Yair Lapid keep his mouth shut about his political ambitions? Is there anything new or interesting about John Kerry's visit? Some comments on recent news.
Searching for Spirituality? The Race for Chief Rabbi Would Be the Wrong Place to Look
May 19, 2013 | 7:55 am
The election race for Chief Rabbi is Israeli politics at its dirtiest.
Rosner’s Torah-Talk: Parashat Naso with Rabbi Abraham Cooper
May 17, 2013 | 5:29 am
Another episode of our series of weekly video discussions about the weekly Torah portion with leading Rabbis of different denominations. Our special guest today is Rabbi Abraham Cooper, Associate Dean of the Simon Wiesenthal Center.
The Shavuot Challenge: Connecting Liberal American Jewish Males to Jewishness
May 14, 2013 | 5:15 am
Shavuot is a great time to think about intermarriage, conversion and what it means to be Jewish. A new JPPI paper which examines families with one (male) Jewish parent gives us a lot of food for thought on these matters.
Confidence in Obama, Support for WOW: 3 Comments on 2 Polls
May 12, 2013 | 7:15 am
Is President Obama's popularity in Israel really on the rise as the new polls suggest? Do Women of the Wall really have the support of the Israeli public?
Rosner’s Torah-Talk: Parashat Bamidbar with Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie
May 10, 2013 | 6:05 am
Another episode of our series of weekly video discussions about the weekly Torah portion with leading Rabbis of different denominations. Our special guest today is Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, President Emeritus of the URJ.
The True State of the Western Wall Compromise
May 9, 2013 | 6:36 am
There's been a lot of misleading info about the recent developments concerning the Western Wall affair. Here's where things currently stand.
When Zionist Heroes are Replaced by Bloodthirsty Beasts
May 8, 2013 | 4:39 am
A tribute to Dvora Omer- one of Israel's greatest children's books authors and a creator of Zionist myths- who passed away last week.
The Berkeley Boycott Exchange, Part 1: Berkeley Showed BDS the Door
May 7, 2013 | 4:53 am
Part one of a discussion with Berkeley Political Scientist Ron Hassner about the Berkeley Student Union's recent decision to divest from companies affiliated with the Israeli military.
What Americans Really Think About Syria, Part 2
May 6, 2013 | 6:28 am
A cross comparison of four American public opinion polls about Syria might shed some light about the whole 'red line' situation.
7 Quick Comments on Israel’s Syria Bombings
May 5, 2013 | 5:10 am
Some notes on Israel, Syria, airstrikes, IDF intelligence, the US, and messages to Iran.
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