On the other hand

March 17, 2024 by  

For the second time in two months, we have had an “only in Israel” experience while travelling on the train. Read more

Ring of fire

March 15, 2024 by  

This tectonic belt of volcanoes and earthquakes has the potential to cause lethal upheavals at any given moment. Read more

Tumultuous Turmoil

March 8, 2024 by  

The imminent advent of Ramadan will herald the annual orgy of anarchy, violence and vitriol. Read more

On the other hand

March 3, 2024 by  

The first round of municipal elections in Israel has just concluded. Read more

Odious odours

March 1, 2024 by  

The residents of Cape Town recently complained about an overpowering, noxious smell that was permeating their city. Read more

On the other hand

February 25, 2024 by  

For everything, there is a season. Read more

We have your back

February 23, 2024 by  

As Brutus and his allies plunged their knives into Julius Caesar, they all declared, “We have your back.” Read more

On the other hand

February 18, 2024 by  

A fascinating piece of news caught my attention this week. Read more

What a contrast

February 16, 2024 by  

Argentina’s newly elected president’s recent visit to Israel was a politically refreshing breath of fresh air. Read more

On the other hand

February 11, 2024 by  

According to the Israel Meteorological Authority, this winter has seen the most beneficial rainfall in thirty years. Read more

Beware of the small print

February 9, 2024 by  

When offered a deal that sounds too good to be true, it is always advisable to read the small print. Read more

On the other hand

February 4, 2024 by  

The call-up of reserve soldiers has disrupted the lives of countless families and also inflicted major economic stress. Read more

False expectations

February 2, 2024 by  

Justice when it applies to Israel and Jews has a completely different connotation to that applicable for the rest of the world. Read more

On the other hand

January 28, 2024 by  

When was the last time you received an unsolicited gift from a stranger on public transport? Read more

Fatal Amnesia

January 26, 2024 by  

There are many contagious diseases to which humanity can succumb. Read more

On the other hand

January 20, 2024 by  

“The avocados have arrived.” Read more

From Paris to The Hague

January 19, 2024 by  

“From Paris to the Hague sees the return of the same old plague.” Read more

On the other hand

January 14, 2024 by  

The main topic on Israelis’ minds at the moment is all about “the day after.” Read more

New Year – Old Realities

January 12, 2024 by  

As predicted, all the unsolved challenges from the old year have reappeared with a vengeance in the new year. Read more

On the other hand

January 7, 2024 by  

It’s official. I can now legally go to the front of the line. Read more

Red Flags

January 5, 2024 by  

Warning flags on Australian and New Zealand beaches are intended to prevent individuals from endangering their lives. Read more

On the other hand

December 31, 2023 by  

Living in Israel, one is generally unaware that the calendar is about to flip to 2024. Read more

Unfinished tasks

December 29, 2023 by  

As the world switches over to the year 2024 in the civil calendar, those who are still sober will be aware that major pitfalls lie ahead. Read more

On the other hand

December 24, 2023 by  

Israel’s war against terror has unleashed an unprecedented tsunami of Jew hate not seen since the days of the 1930s. Read more

Three wise men

December 22, 2023 by  

According to Christian tradition, it was about this time of the year that three “wise” men appeared in Bethlehem to visit a newborn Jewish baby. Read more

Behind the headlines

December 19, 2023 by  

Media headlines about the current campaign to deal with Hamas generally fail to convey the human dramas involved…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

On the other hand

December 17, 2023 by  

Israel has always been known as the country where volunteering is of prime importance. Read more

How dare you

December 15, 2023 by  

Instead of pleading with ignorant, ill-informed and inflamed haters to moderate their language, we should be exposing and challenging them every time they open their mouths. Read more

Uphill battles

December 8, 2023 by  

Israel’s fight against Islamic terror is being fought on two main fronts. Read more

On the other hand

December 3, 2023 by  

This week the US House of Representatives passed a resolution affirming Israel’s right to exist. Read more

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