Unhinged
July 21, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
I am not sure what is actually causing the insanity currently being displayed internationally and domestically. Read more
On the other hand
July 16, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Olim from New Zealand, Australia and Britain will be familiar with that quintessential popular food called fish and chips. Read more
Today’s French Revolution
July 14, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
In July 1789, the Paris Bastille was stormed by rampaging mobs, and the established order of autocratic rule was swiftly swept away. Read more
On the other hand
July 10, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Where other than in Israel would one get a service call from a cable TV technician by the name of Menachem Mendel? Read more
On the other hand
July 2, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Have you ever purchased items from a family-owned and staffed shop, as opposed to a supermarket or a store which is part of a large chain? Read more
Heads in the sand
June 30, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
According to a popular and widely accepted myth, it is believed that ostriches spend a large part of their day with their head in the sand. Read more
On the other hand
June 26, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
The best own goal of the season was scored by Indonesia which recently banned the Israel under 20 soccer team from competing in the world soccer cup competition. Read more
Getting the message
June 23, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
The definition of “getting the message” is to understand something that is not being said directly.
On the other hand
June 19, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
How many days of sunshine does Israel experience on an annual basis? Read more
It’s not a laughing matter
June 16, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Quite often, one is faced with a situation so absurd that laughter seems to be the only suitable response. Read more
On the other hand
June 11, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Most countries, including Israel, have designated parking areas reserved for drivers with mobility problems. Read more
How unsurprising
June 9, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
“Life is full of surprises. Not all these surprises are pleasant, so you need to be ready for what life brings you.” Read more
On the other hand
June 4, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
One of the funniest aspects of life in Israel, at least for English-speaking Olim, are the numerous bloopers that appear when Hebrew notices, signs and instructions are translated. Read more
Deciphering the headlines
June 2, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
According to the Oxford language website, deciphering is defined as “succeeding in understanding, interpreting or identifying something.” Read more
On the other hand
May 27, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Israel’s entry in this year’s Eurovision contest finished a credible third in the final round. Read more
Problematic
May 25, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
For three millennia, the reaction towards Jews, Judaism and the Promised Land has been problematic. Read more
On the other hand
May 14, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Usually on Lag B’Omer, we make sure to shut all our windows so that smoke from the bonfires does not enter. Read more
Catastrophic
May 12, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Note 15 May in your diary because that is the date when all the Israel historic revisionists will be having their annual convulsions. Read more
On the other hand
May 7, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Shabbat observant Jews in the UK and Israel will not be able to tune in to watch live telecasts of the Coronation pageantry from London. Read more
Woeful
May 5, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
After the party is over, the hangover usually kicks in. Read more
On the other hand
April 30, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Despite all the doomsday commentators Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Independence Day), celebrating 75 years of re-established Jewish sovereignty, was a resounding success. Read more
75 not out
April 28, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
As we celebrate seventy-five years of re-established Jewish independence, I can’t help thinking is Israel still loved at 75? Read more
On the other hand
April 22, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
This time of the year in Israel is usually a roller coaster of emotions. Read more
Feeding crocodiles
April 21, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Winston Churchill knew a thing or two about nations that tried to appease those plotting their eventual demise. Read more
On the other hand
April 18, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Without a doubt last week in Israel was horrendously traumatic. Read more
Predictable Agendas
April 14, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
Only those who are genetically biased or living in la la land could fail to discern the predictable preordained script which has unfolded this Pesach. Read more
Have you heard?
April 9, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
This year we have struck the jackpot as Pesach, Ramadan and Easter all coincide. Read more
Appalling
March 31, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs (and Trade) has issued a statement that they are “appalled” at the assertion by Israel’s Finance Minister that today’s Palestinians are fakers. Read more
On the other hand
March 26, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
It is not hard to discern that Passover is fast approaching. Read more
March Madness
March 24, 2023 by Michael Kuttner
As explained by Wikipedia, “mad as a March hare” is a common British English phrase, both today and in Lewis Carroll’s time in the 1800s. Read more