On the other hand
February 17, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
While political scandals continue to hog the media headlines the good news tends to get buried. Here are some of the latest positive developments from the Promised Land…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
A conversation with Rabbi John Levi
February 16, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Rabbi John Levi, Emeritus Rabbi of Temple Beth Israel in Melbourne, has been in Israel with his wife, Robyn, for the last six months. Read more
Irrational insanity…writes Michael Kuttner
February 16, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
It has been one of those weeks again in which we have heard unbelievable utterances, read more misinformed media reporting and witnessed witless behaviour. Read more
On the other hand
February 10, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Good news about Israel is not news as far as the general media is concerned. That is why J-Wire brings you weekly updates on innovative and revolutionary developments which have the potential to make the world a better place. This is Tikkun Olam in action rather than meaningless slogans. Read more
Priorities
February 9, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Decisions made by political leaders and those in authority usually reflect their priorities…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
February 3, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
In a week when blacklists and boycott attempts abound and the Europeans demonstrate yet again how Poles apart we are, the Jewish State gets on with the job of promoting innovation and repairing humanity. Read more
Just when you think you have heard it all
February 2, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
It seems there is no limit when it comes to covering news about Israel and Jews. This week in particular has served up yet more examples of the absurdities we face…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
January 27, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Despite rain and snow Lake Kinneret is still well below a satisfactory level. There is however no shortage of good news which keeps Israel at the forefront of making the world a better place. Read more
How not to make friends and influence people
January 26, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
If ever one needed a crash course on the techniques involved in making or losing friends, recent events provided glorious examples…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
Israeli cycling academy makes local history
January 23, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Calling it “a historic moment for Israeli sports and a great honour,” Israel’s first ever professional team, Israel Cycling Academy, has proudly accepted an invitation to participate in the Giro d’Italia, one of the world’s most significant sporting events, scheduled to begin in Jerusalem on May 4th. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
January 20, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
While the rest of the world continues to obsess over what we may or may not do Israel gets on with innovating, assisting and making the planet a better place. Read more
Tunnel vision…writes Michael Kuttner
January 19, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Tunnels have been in the news recently. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
January 13, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Winter is well and truly here but rainfall is still far below what we require. Meantime there is no shortage of further medical advances, amazing innovations and heartwarming human drama. Read more
Turn off the taps…writes Michael Kuttner
January 12, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
For far too long, terror groups and those associated with them have been awash with funds provided by Governments which deliberately ignore the consequences of their generosity. Read more
On the other hand
January 6, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
Australia and New Zealand may be closed for the summer but here in Israel winter rains have finally arrived and good news keeps pouring forth…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
Ready – Steady – Go!
January 5, 2018 by Michael Kuttner
The civil year 2018 is barely out of the starting blocks and we are already witnessing events which without a doubt will impact all of us no matter where we live…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
On the other hand
December 30, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
As 2017 fades and 2018 arrives, Israel continues to innovate and expand the boundaries of knowledge which benefit all. Read more
Oh Lordey – more sour notes from Down Under…writes Michael Kuttner
December 29, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
Whether it is something in the water, plain old ignorance or political hypocrisy, whatever the reason, New Zealand has well and truly soiled its reputation when it comes to Israel in recent times. Read more
Abbas is broygus – who cares?
December 22, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
For those whose understanding of Yiddish is rusty or non-existent a definition of broygus is: “not on speaking terms – in a state of estrangement”…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
On the other hand
December 16, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
During Chanukah we recite, “A great miracle occurred at this time.”…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
A diplomatic encounter
December 15, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
J-Wire’s Israel correspondent Michael Kuttner reports on a conversation he had with Chris Cannan, Australia’s Ambassador to Israel after his first six months in the post. Read more
Sound and fury
December 15, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
Reality and the truth hurt especially for those accustomed to being coddled over many years by banal blandishments laced with an indecent dose of hypocrisy and double standards…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
December 9, 2017 by 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
December 8, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
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
December 8, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
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
December 8, 2017 by 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
December 2, 2017 by 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
December 1, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
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
November 25, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
This week’s good news stories from Israel from Michael Kuttner. Read more
Fake peace partners and their willing helpers
November 24, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
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
