‘Tis that time of year again

It hardly seems like twelve months since 2015 commenced but here we are on the cusp of 2016 in the civil calendar…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

May the force be with you…writes Michael Kuttner

This week has seen the release of the latest Star Wars movie in many countries, including Israel, where because of the time difference, fans were able to view it many hours ahead of its premiere in the USA. Read more

UNRWA unmasked

The Knesset (Israel’s Parliament) was the venue for an important forum held this week devoted to learning exactly what goes on behind the scenes at the UN agency tasked with looking after Palestinian Arab refugees. Read more

You couldn’t make this up…writes Michael Kuttner

Very often events occur which verge on or cross over into the unbelievable or the realm of apparent fiction. Read more

Radicalised by climate change?

What motivation lies behind the current wave of terror attacks? Read more

UNbridled, UNbelievable HYPOCRISY…writes Michael Kuttner

When it comes to Israel it seems that there are no depths to which the United Nations and its associated agencies will plummet. Read more

The Oracle keeps speaking

One of the definitions of an oracle is “someone who believes he is in communication with a deity and can accurately predict the future”…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference

The conference was held this week and attended by the diplomatic corps as well as foreign and local media. J-Wire’s Michael Kuttner was there and has filed this report: Read more

Boker Tov, Eliyahu…writes Michael Kuttner

Literally, this is translated as “good morning” Eliyahu. However in colloquial Israeli usage it actually means “you were incredibly stupid but finally you get it!” Read more

What have gestures ever done for us?…asks Michael Kuttner

One of the unforgettable lines from the hit film, “The Life of Brian” had one of the characters demanding to know “what have the Romans ever done for us?” Read more

Taking a gamble

In recent weeks there has been a minor media frenzy surrounding Australian media and business mogul James Packer who has purchased a home in Israel and spends quite a bit of time there. Read more

New Zealand on show at Twickenham…and the United Nations

As far as New Zealanders and many Australians are concerned the rugby world cup competition every four years is the most looked forward to event on the sporting calendar…writes Michael Kuttner Read more

The Lone Ranger rides again

Most probably only those of a certain vintage will remember the exploits of the Lone Ranger and his faithful sidekick. Read more

Lord of the Lies…writes Michael Kuttner

The time has arrived, in fact it is long overdue, to bury the false notion that the President of the Palestinian Terrorist Authority is a partner for peace. Read more

War and Peace

Since 1948 we have experienced precious little peace. Instead, the declaration of war which our Arab neighbors initiated continues unabated…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Briefing the foreign media

Israel’s Government Press Office has briefed the foreign media on the current situation of ongoing violence. Michael Kuttner reports… Read more

Boundless double standards

The annual irrelevant circus at UN headquarters in New York has been taking place once again…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Pilgrims’ Progress

We are in the midst of Succoth commonly known in English as the Feast of Tabernacles…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Happy campers

Summer is slowly winding down and Israeli school children are in many cases reluctantly adjusting to being back at school…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Mounting malevolence

In my pre Rosh Hashanah op-ed, I explained why there was no chance of genuine peace breaking out in the year ahead…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Great expectations…writes Michael Kuttner

Another year in the Jewish calendar is ending and once again it is time for personal and communal stocktaking, introspection and celebration. Read more

Anatevka or Zion…writes Michael Kuttner

Almost everyone is familiar with the stage production or movie of Fiddler on the Roof. Read more

Guide for the perplexed

It is hard to imagine but it was not that many years ago when one had to consult printed maps in order to work out how to drive from home to one’s destination. Read more

Dangerous fallout…writes Michael Kuttner

Like toxic fumes following a major disaster as witnessed by the recent massive explosions in China, inevitable poisonous pollution is already seeping forth following the Vienna fatally flawed piece of paper. Read more

What if?…asks Michael Kuttner

Crucial events are more often than not determined by the right leader being in the right place at the right time. Read more

Tachlis…writes Michael Kuttner

According to those who know Yiddish this term, especially popular amongst Israelis, is used when someone wants to quickly (and often very bluntly) get to the point. Read more

Equality under the law…writes Michael Kuttner

Recent events in Israel have once again highlighted the ongoing campaign to combat extremism and hate crimes, whether terrorist or criminal in origin. Read more

In denial…writes Michael Kuttner

Just when you think you have heard it all, another revelation pops up to prove that in fact the worms are still crawling out of the Vienna can. Read more

See nothing – hear nothing

Reverberations from the misconceived and much touted Vienna agreement continue to rumble forth on a daily basis…writes Michael Kuttner. Read more

Farblondzhet…writes Michael Kuttner

Yiddish, for those who understand it, is an extremely expressive language which conveys, often in a most graphic manner, a range of emotions suited to any particular situation. Read more

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