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Iran’s President-elect Hassan Rohani said he would strive for transparency in his country’s nuclear program but would not stop enriching uranium.
Bill Clinton to Israelis: Share future with a Palestinian state
There is no alternative to a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict, Bill Clinton said at an event to honor Israeli President Shimon Peres.
Murder victim related to temple founder
A Porter Ranch woman, who authorities said was shot and killed early Friday morning when a domestic dispute escalated, was the daughter of a founding member of Temple Ahavat Shalom (TAS) in Northridge, according to a family member of the…
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The future of Hollywood, according to Steven Spielberg
Can’t imagine shelling out $25 to see “Iron Man” in the theater? Soon you may not have a choice, says Steven Spielberg.
Six reasons why Superman is Jesus in ‘Man of Steel’
Last night I attended a press screening of the latest installment of the Superman franchise, “Man of Steel,” directed by Zack Snyder and produced by "Batman" director Christopher Nolan. An…
Old Spice guy does another Israel commercial
Old Spice guy Isaiah Mustafa has taken his act to Israel… again. Two months after sporting a suit and tie for a Maccabee beer ad, the actor has gone shirtless…
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Barbra Streisand slams Orthodox Jews’ actions against Israeli women
U.S. entertainer Barbra Streisand on Monday took a swipe at Orthodox Jews in Israel who compel women to sit in the back of buses and assault them for following religious…
Cute video of the day: Matisyahu’s kid sings
Nothing says “happy Father’s Day” like your very own kid covering your very own song. In this clip, which Matisyahu posted to YouTube (and we saw on Jewcy), the reggae…
The Continuing Mystery of Bruno Schulz
The great writer and mystifier Bruno Schulz left a plethora of puzzles, myths and hidden chambers in two thin booklets of essays. However, one of his lesser-known and most challenging…
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Genius at Work
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What Americans Really Think About Syria- Part 4
June 2, 2013 | 7:11 am
As more polls come in, the idea of a US intervention in Syria seems less and less popular.
Rosner’s Torah-Talk: Parashat Shelach Lecha with Rabbi Michael Melchior
May 31, 2013 | 6:03 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 Melchior, Chief Rabbi of Norway and former Israeli Minister.
What Americans Really Think About Syria- Part 3
May 30, 2013 | 8:25 am
As more polls keep coming in, the picture of American reluctance to intervene in Syria becomes clearer.
Is the Kerry Peace Making Effort Worth it?
May 29, 2013 | 8:47 am
John Kerry is definitely making an effort when it comes to Israel and Palestine. That's a good thing, right?
My Muhammad al-Dura Case Journey
May 28, 2013 | 6:55 am
Israel's claims concerning the death of Muhammad al-Dura seemed quite suspicious at the time, but were they necessarily wrong?
Interpreting Two Fierce Israeli-Jewish Internal Wars
May 27, 2013 | 7:57 am
Israel is in the midst of several simultaneous struggles over its Jewish identity (and the world is still round and grass is still green).
Do Israelis Take Pleasure in Obama’s Suffering?
May 26, 2013 | 8:03 am
What does the Israeli public think about Obama's latest series of domestic scandals?
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. . .
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?
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