On the other hand
November 14, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
On the virus front, there has been good news with promising trials of COVID vaccines overseas and locally. Read more
Fatally flawed dead ends
November 13, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
When one has traversed down a dead-end road in the past and discovered that it leads nowhere but to dangerous territory, it is inconceivable that at some later time the same journey should once again be attempted. Read more
On the other hand
November 8, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
We face an age of uncertainty unprecedented in recent times. Read more
Double double toil and trouble
November 6, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
The witches’ incantation from Macbeth succinctly describes the developing chaos now facing many citizens in various countries. Read more
On the other hand
November 1, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
If you happen to be living in the UK, Australia or New Zealand, 5 November is a time to enjoy firework displays as Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated. Read more
Hobson’s choice
October 30, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Tuesday 3 November 2020 presents American voters with a dilemma as they cast their ballots in one of the craziest elections in the history of the United States of America. Read more
On the other hand
October 25, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
This week there was a very brief period of showers in Jerusalem which heralded a foretaste of what we all hope will be another beneficial rainy season. Read more
How much worse can it get?
October 23, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
On the evidence so far we are already facing a new (Jewish) year which is plumbing the depths of insanity and unbelievable imbecility. Read more
On the other hand
October 18, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
We have just prayed for rain (in Israel) and already one can discern a change in the weather. Read more
March of Folly
October 16, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Now that the Chagim (Festivals) are over most people are looking forward to a new year devoid of past follies and one which will somehow fulfil their craving for a more balanced and normal life. Read more
On the other hand
October 12, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
By the time you read this the Festivals of Sukkot and Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah will be ending or have already finished. Read more
Back to the beginning
October 9, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Every year at this time without fail the annual cycle of Torah readings takes us back to the very beginning. Read more
On the other hand
September 27, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
This Yom Kippur will be like no other we have ever observed. Read more
BC and CE
September 25, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Last Pesach (Passover) we experienced the first taste of life in the shadow of a lockdown. Read more
On the other hand
September 21, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
The High Holydays this year in Israel will be remembered for two events impacting all of us whether we like it or not. Read more
Time to reboot
September 18, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
When your electronic device refuses to function properly quite often the best solution is to reboot it. Read more
On the other hand
September 13, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
We seem to be exceeding a series of records at the moment. Read more
Learning from the painful past
September 11, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
The anniversary of the outbreak of World War II has just passed and for Jews, in particular, it represents a grim reminder of lost opportunities and fateful decisions. Read more
On the other hand
September 6, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Schools are back and a collective sigh of relief from parents can be heard throughout the land. Read more
Misplaced euphoria and deceitful deceptions
September 4, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
As though battling COVID 19 was not enough of a challenge, Israelis are now faced with a further two assaults on their equilibrium. Read more
Words do matter
August 28, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
What is said does matter because words have consequences for good and evil. Read more
On the other hand
August 9, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
This week we celebrated Tu B’Av – the Jewish Festival of love. Read more
Midsummer madness
August 7, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Dictionary definition: “foolish or extravagant behaviour supposed to occur during the summer.” Read more
On the other hand
August 2, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
The long summer vacation has taken hold with soaring temperatures and restricted group activities owing to a resurgence of COVID 19. Read more
Over and out
July 31, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
“There comes a time when you have to choose between turning the page and closing the book.” Read more
Doubters, Deniers and Detractors
July 24, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
The nine days between Rosh Chodesh Av and Tisha B’Av of the Jewish calendar give us an ideal opportunity for introspection and a reality check on the state of our own lives as well as national aspirations and developments. Read more
On the other hand
July 18, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Amazing as it may seem, despite soaring COVID 19 cases, economic side effects, political dysfunction and threats of more lockdowns there is still some good news to report. Read more
Spot the shameful sham
July 17, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
If ever you needed further proof that political hypocrisy and double standards reign supreme then this week should have provided ample evidence. Read more
On the other hand
July 13, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Israel has successfully launched an advanced satellite into earth orbit which will help to keep an eye on what is happening in our neighbourhood. Read more
Going Going Gone
July 10, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
With COVID 19 resurgence, continuing international hypocrisy, sovereignty hyperventilation, mysterious Iranian explosions and PC thought police in some countries running rampant, there is plenty to comment about. Read more
