On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

The Festival of Chanukah is approaching and for those of us privileged to live in or near Jerusalem the miracle of this joyous occasion is evident everywhere we look. Read more

The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference

The JP Diplomatic Conference took place on Wednesday 6 December and as usual attracted a variety of speakers ranging from politicians to diplomats and business leaders. J-Wire’s Michael Kuttner was there. Read more

Rugby fever breaks out at Israeli school

The Waldorf Rimon Junior High and High School in Pardes Hanna was recently the scene of a touch rugby carnival. Read more

Shameful…writes Michael Kuttner

On 31 October at Beersheba I listened to endless platitudes, mutual back slapping and great sounding sentiments from the Prime Ministers of Australia and Israel and the Governor General of New Zealand. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

It’s not always possible in the short space of seventy years to witness miraculous events as they occur. Those of us who were lucky enough to be alive in 1947 and are living today in Israel can testify to the fact that miracles do indeed happen. Read more

What a difference 70 years make

29 November 1947 will live in history as a day of destiny for the Jewish People…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

On the other hand

This week’s good news stories from Israel from Michael Kuttner. Read more

Fake peace partners and their willing helpers

Anonymous quote: “when people are two-faced the only thing you will know for sure is that you can’t trust either of them”…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

ON THE OTHER HAND

From the depths of Jerusalem to the moon and with exiles returning home, amazing news from Israel continues. Read more

Revelations

According to the dictionary definition, “revelations” are the act of making something known that was secret or a fact that is made known…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

The dream of a re-established Jewish homeland enabled by Lord Balfour one hundred years ago is today a reality. Read more

Balfour at the Knesset

An international conference discussing the significance of the Balfour Declaration has taken place at the Knesset in Jerusalem…reports Michael Kuttner. Read more

Demonisation and broken glass

The resurgence of anti Jewish manifestations thinly disguised as anti Israel protests and the anniversary of Kristallnacht should remind us of the lessons which still need to be learnt…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

B & B – Beersheba and Balfour

Two momentous anniversaries coincided within a few days of each other…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

A stone for Holocaust families

Visiting Israel for the Anzac centenary commemorations, Peter Wise, Gary Weiss and Johnny Weiss, took the opportunity to dedicate a plaque at Yad Vashem in memory of their families murdered in the Holocaust. Read more

In the footsteps of heroes

Among the thousands of visitors to Israel for the centenary commemorations of the Anzac liberation of Beersheba are Aborigine descendants of the original soldiers who took part in the battles. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

One hundred years ago Anzac soldiers helped to liberate the yet unborn Jewish State from Ottoman oppression. Little did they realise what miracles would be forthcoming from the yet to be launched Israel. Read more

Missing in action

Celebrations are an ideal opportunity for friends to gather and join in showing solidarity and friendship…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

Discoveries, innovations and world “firsts” combined with other positive developments kick start the post (Jewish) New Year into high gear. Read more

Post holiday precipitation…writes Michael Kuttner

On the last day of Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles) we pray for rain over the forthcoming winter season. Read more

DIY – Do It Yourself…writes Michael Kuttner

With the week long Festival of Sukkot upon us it is timely to acknowledge the DIY efforts which have coincided at this season. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

While North Korea, Iran and the Palestinian Authority export terror, Israel is busy exporting life saving and life enhancing technology. Read more

New Year – what has changed?…asks Michael Kuttner

With a New Year welcomed by Jews worldwide and Yom Kippur imminent, those who thought that a new era of tolerance and peace was about to dawn must surely be disappointed. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

From here on earth to outer space, Israel continues to achieve great things benefitting not only its own citizens but humanity as a whole. Read more

Achievements and challenges…writes Michael Kuttner

As we approach the High Holyday Festivals it is worthwhile to assess the achievements of the past year and the challenges looming in front of us for the year ahead. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

Under reported by most of the world’s media, Israel continues to make positive advances in the fields of medical research while at the same time offering assistance to other countries. Read more

Caught by their own words and deeds…writes Michael Kuttner

Once upon a time individuals making outrageous statements or engaged in dubious deeds could get away their actions because their behaviour went unreported. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

Whether it’s helping the disadvantaged at home or abroad, Israel is setting an example. Read more

Failing grades…writes Michael Kuttner

The long summer vacation is over and pupils are bracing for a reluctant return to school. Read more

On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner

Not a week goes by when Israel does not contribute to the betterment of humanity. Here are some of the latest examples. Read more

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