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Kerry praises Netanyahu’s ‘seriousness’ on peace
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry praised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his “seriousness” in finding ways to restart the peace process.
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 the more than 100,000 American women who undergo breast removal…
Garcetti, Feuer, Galperin: A new era of Jewish leadership in L.A.?
Los Angeles chose Eric Garcetti as its first elected Jewish mayor in a number of political contests on Tuesday that reflected the city’s diversity, as well as its numerous variations of Jewishness. (In a historical footnote, one Bernard Cohn served…
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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…
Justin Timberlake and Coen brothers answer Jewish questions at Cannes
Using his preternatural smoothness, Justin Timberlake saved the Coen brothers from some serious awkwardness at a Cannes press conference for their folk singer film “Inside Llewyn Davis” on Sunday. “Jewish…
Sarah Silverman sings about staying home in ‘Perfect Night’
For your listening pleasure, “Perfect Night,” in which Sarah Silverman recounts the benefits of skipping the club for the couch. Because this is a Silverman production you can expect references…
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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…
‘God is a fraud’
In this week’s parasha, Beha’alotecha, Moses faces the fragility of life as he watches his sister, Miriam, struggle with tzara’at, a dangerous skin disease. Overcome with anguish, Moses cries out…
Startup classroom
In a twist on the classic academic approach to entrepreneurship, Israeli universities are trending toward classroom-based incubators that allow students to put theory to the test in a sheltering atmosphere.…
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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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Suspected London terror attack signifies no special risk for Jews, security unit says
British Jews are no more at risk from terrorism than they were before the slaying of a British soldier by suspected terrorists, British Jewry’s security unit said.
Netanyahu takes flak over bed on a plane
Benjamin Netanyahu is changing his mid-air sleeping arrangements after a public flap over a $127,000 custom-built bedroom for the Israeli prime minister and his wife on a flight to London last month.
Amy Winehouse exhibit opening at London’s Jewish Museum
Most of the images we’ve seen of Amy Winehouse tend to depict only the wild and tragic parts of her life. That’s about to change.
Sharansky gets green light to pursue Western Wall prayer plan
Jewish Agency Chairman Natan Sharansky was given a green light by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to pursue his plan for a permanent egalitarian prayer space at the Western Wall.
March 14, 2013
Comedy-drama ‘Tribes’ communicates dysfunction of British-Jewish family
London Orthodox, non-Jews face off over planning laws
Non-Jewish residents of the heavily haredi Orthodox-populated London neighborhood of Hackney have launched a campaign to prevent Orthodox Jews from changing city planning regulations.
Aly Raisman joining ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cast
Aly Raisman, the Jewish gymnast who won three medals at last summer’s London Olympics, is joining the celebrity cast of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars.”
World Jewish Congress names Robert Singer to top post
Robert Singer was named secretary general of the World Jewish Congress, the organization's most senior professional position.
London Report Part 1
Victoria’s Secret, Medicated Flying, Jew Hating & Shabbat
NYU evacuates Tel Aviv program
New York University's Tel Aviv program was suspended for the rest of the semester, and its students and faculty were evacuated to London.
Me, Him, Us, Them & Shabbat
Cameron to London Jews: Not time for Israel to attack Iran
British Prime Minister David Cameron told members of London's Jewish community that Israel should give sanctions more time to work.
Prince Charming is Taking Me To England!
Suspected arson reported at London-area Jewish school
Police in the London area reportedly are investigating a suspected arson attack at a Jewish primary school.
London area mayor seeks removal of ‘anti-Semitic’ mural
A London mural depicting Jewish bankers is set to be removed following complaints that it has anti-Semitic undertones.
From homelessness to the table tennis summit, Paralympian Tahl Leibovitz is London-bound
Tahl Leibovitz spent much of his adolescence riding New York City’s subways – not for transportation or because of the trains’ allure.
The day after- an Olympics summary
Part of gold medal ‘belongs to Israel,’ Kiwi sailor Jo Aleh says
Jo Aleh, the New Zealand Jewish Olympian who won gold in the sailing regatta, said part of her medal “belongs to Israel.”
Jewish glory, frustration mark London Games
The London Olympics may have “lit up the world,” as organizing committee head Sebastian Coe put it, but for Jews the 2 1/2 weeks offered healthy doses of frustration and glory.
Six decades later, fibbing flyer sees London Olympics
It took 64 years, with a detour to Israel’s War of Independence, but Mitchell Flint is finally getting to see the London Olympic Games, live and in person.
New Zealand Jewish sailor in medal contention
New Zealand sailor Jo Aleh is in good position to win her first Olympic medal as her event heads into its final stretch.
Raymond Simonson resigns as head of Limmud
The executive director of Limmud, Raymond Simonson, has resigned to head the Jewish Community Center in London.
Israeli judoka Zeevi eliminated from Olympics competition
Israeli judoka Arik Zeevi, who predicted he would win a medal at the London Olympics, lost his opening match and his shot at a medal.
Thoughts after watching the Olympics opening ceremony
With special prayers and kosher food, Jewish London embracing Olympic spirit
For Leslie Lyndon and the London Jewish community, it was a minor miracle.
Floor exercise propels Aly Raisman to Olympics’ gymnastics finals
American Jewish gymnast Aly Raisman reached the Olympics women's artistic gymnastics finals, beating among others teammate and world champion Jordyn Wieber.
Latest updates from the London 2012 Olympic Games
Athlete updates from the Olympic Games in London
Costas recalls Munich 11 during Olympic opening ceremony
Sportscaster Bob Costas remembered the 11 Israelis killed in the 1972 Munich Olympics on air as the Israeli delegation entered the Olympic stadium in London.
Israel and the world Pt. 14 - Olympics Special
37 Israeli Olympians set for London Games [SLIDESHOW]
A group of 37 Olympians is ready to represent Israel in the 2012 London Games, which kicked off with Friday’s Opening Ceremony.
All eyes on Bob Costas
More than 20,000 Londoners hold Munich moment of silence
More than 20,000 people in various venues in London attended the British Zionist Federation’s “Minute for Munich” program that was promoted via social media.
Munich's indelible stains
Under the headline "Indelible Stains," the Los Angeles Times listed “10 Olympic controversies that forever leave their mark on the Summer Games.”
Editorial Cartoon: The Endless Relay Race
Iranians unlikely to compete against Israelis in Olympics
Despite a statement from the head of the Iranian Olympic committee asserting that Iranian athletes can compete against Israelis in the London Olympic Games, it is unlikely to occur.
How the Munich 11 petition went viral
It began two years ago as an idea by volunteers at a suburban Jewish community center and turned into a major international campaign, galvanizing everyone from President Obama to the mayor of London.
Palestinian Olympic participation brings conflict to the fore
A portrait of the two most prominent Palestinian leaders -- current Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and former President Yasser Arafat, who died in 2004 -- hangs in the conference room of the Palestinian Olympic Committee headquarters.
America’s Jewish Olympians head to London with Jewish pride
Jason Lezak -- no newcomer to Olympic glory -- recognizes the difficulty in returning to the medal stand at the London Games.
Racism scandal dogs Australia’s only Jewish Olympic athlete
The only Jewish athlete on Australia's Olympic team unwittingly has been drawn into a racism scandal on the eve of the London Games.
London Jewish community, already vigilant, is advised to beef up security for Olympics
Typically on high alert, London’s Jewish community organizations are being advised to take additional security measures during the Olympics.
Plot to attack London Jewish neighborhoods is revealed
Documents detailing a plot to attack Jewish neighborhoods in London were found on the body of an African leader of al-Qaida.
Peres cancels Olympics participation to avoid desecrating Shabbat
Israeli President Shimon Peres canceled his participation in the 2012 Olympic Games in London after failing to find a way to attend the opening ceremony without desecrating the Jewish Sabbath.
To London from the U.S.—via Israel’s Olympic team
Growing up outside of Chicago, Jillian Schwartz never expected that one day she would be an Israeli citizen. Now the hardest part of her immigrant experience is leaving Tel Aviv—- with her roughly 17-foot-long Olympic equipment.
Israel’s Olympians heading to London thinking medals, remembering slain countrymen
Israelis and their Summer Olympics athletes are eyeing the upcoming London Games with excitement and disappointment.
Students fined for anti-Semitic taunts and egg-throwing
Four students were fined for throwing raw eggs and shouting anti-Semitic taunts at groups of Jews in Northwest London.
Israeli thanks Australia for backing Olympics moment of silence
Israel's deputy foreign minister thanked Australia for supporting the campaign to urge the International Olympic Committee to hold a minute's silence at the London Games in honor of the 11 Israelis murdered in Munich in 1972.
As London’s Jews prepare for Olympics, Munich 11 on their minds
For the British Jewish community, the most memorable moment of the London Olympics may be a somber one.
Jeremy Hunt, Britain’s secretary for sports, will not call for a moment of silence at Olympics
Great Britain’s secretary of state for culture, media and sport will not join the growing international campaign for a moment of silence at the upcoming London Summer Olympics for the 11 Israeli athletes murdered at the 1972 Munich Games.
Senate passes Munich 11 moment of silence resolution
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution urging the International Olympic Committee to observe a moment of silence at the 2012 London Olympics for the Munich 11.
Bachelorette Emily in London
House panel urges IOC to honor Munich 11
The House Foreign Affairs Committee unanimously passed a resolution urging the International Olympic Committee to honor the Munich 11 with a moment of silence at the 2012 London Olympics.
IOC officially rejects moment of silence for Munich 11
The International Olympic Committee officially rejected a request to hold a moment of silence for the Munich 11 at the London Olympics this summer.
Three Jewish Mothers
Livingstone trailing in London mayoral election, final poll shows
Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone, who stirred controversy with remarks called anti-Semitic by the city's Jewish leaders, was trailing in a bid to reclaim his post, a final poll showed.
IOC rejects moment of silence for Munich 11
The International Olympic Committee apparently has rejected an online petition seeking a moment of silence for the Munich 11 at the 2012 London Olympics.
Web Site Aimed at Jewish Visitors to the Summer Olympics in London
Ahava London flagship to close over demonstrations
The flagship London branch of Ahava cosmetics is closing, citing bi-weekly demonstrations that have hurt its profits.
Israeli Philharmonic will play in London despite protest
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra will perform at the prestigious BBC Proms in London despite calls for a boycott of its performance.
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