A steadfast alliance, stronger than ever
June 28, 2019 by J-Wire
Theodor Herzl, who envisioned and paved the way for the rebirth of Israel as a nation, lent great importance to the forging of alliances and the fostering of friendly relations between the Jewish people and the nations of the world. Read more
When the ruling party threatens violence
June 28, 2019 by Stephen M.Flatow - JNS.org
A few days before the Bahrain conference opened, U.S. envoy Jason Greenblatt took to Twitter to issue this cry of alarm: “Fatah is calling for violence against Israelis as an act of protest. Despicable. Fatah seeks violence over the idea of exploring peace & prosperity for the Palestinian people.” Read more
The dangerous drive to correlate Islamophobia with antisemitism
June 28, 2019 by Melanie Phillips - JNS.org
The Somali-born U.S. congresswoman Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.), who has made a number of antisemitic remarks, is currently embroiled in controversy over her marriage history. Read more
Shaking Hands
June 28, 2019 by Jeremy Rosen
I was brought up in Britain at a time when civility and good manners were regarded as next to godliness. Read more
Is Iran the fearsome enemy we think it is? Reflections of a recent traveller
June 28, 2019 by Roger Mendelson
Few would doubt that Iran represents the greatest current threat facing Israel and thus, the Jewish people. Read more
Tolerance Museums: A Failing Franchise?
June 28, 2019 by Gidon Ben-Zvi
The monumental US$250-million building for the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem (MOTJ) is scheduled to open sometime in 2020. Read more
It’s not the money, honey
June 28, 2019 by Michael Kuttner
One would have thought by now everyone might have woken up to the fact that it is not a lack of money which prevents peace from breaking out between Israel and the PLO. Read more
Australian World Orchestra back together
June 28, 2019 by Arts Editor
Following last year’s sensational response to the concerts led by Maestro Riccardo Muti, the AUSTRALIAN WORLD ORCHESTRA (AWO) is returning with an eclectic and bravura program for this July, and to present the newly formed AWO SIX, an elite ensemble of AWO all-stars. Read more
Rejecting ‘opportunity of the century’ Bahrain workshop proves Palestinians not interested in peace
June 27, 2019 by Israel Kasnett - JNS.org
Despite bringing together a historic number of Arab states and prominent world leaders, the Bahrain economic conference, which seeks to be the first step in the Trump administration’s efforts to bring peace between the Israelis and Palestinians, has been buffeted and vilified, especially by the Palestinians, who called the Trump plan “dead on arrival” and have boycotted the summit. Read more
Erdoğan’s loss is Israel’s gain
June 26, 2019 by Ruthie Blum - JNS
When Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared, during the lead-up to the country’s March 31 municipal elections, that “whoever wins Istanbul, wins Turkey,” he couldn’t have imagined that the catchy campaign slogan was going to energize his rivals and bode ill for his own continued reign of terror. Read more
PUFFS or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic & Magic
June 26, 2019 by Hila Tsor
A theatre review by Hila Tsor. Read more
Ingredients for cook books
June 26, 2019 by Henry Greener-The Shtick
Gaye Weeden and Hayley Smorgon have worked as a team to produce four cookbooks which evoke memories, emotions, stories, experiences and unique recipes. Read more
Report from Bucharest
June 26, 2019 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Senior professionals representing Jewish communities from more than 50 countries at the forum convened each year by the World Jewish Congress (WJC). Read more
Heading for Peking University
June 25, 2019 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Sinophile Heath Sloane will be joining a cohort of 140 emerging global leaders in Beijing this year, where he will complete a fully-funded Masters program at Peking University. Read more
Life at Luigi’s
June 25, 2019 by Henry Greener-The Shtick
A couple of weeks ago, J-Wire published a story about disabled persons working in a Melbourne café [http://www.jwire.com.au/a-life-changing-venture-for-those-with-disabilities/]. Henry Greener has visited Luigi’s with his film crew… Read more
Chabad on Campus
June 25, 2019 by Community newsdesk
Chabad Youth’s, Chabad on Campus directors Rabbi Mendy and Rebbetzin Lifshy Ajzenszmidt have headed from Melbourne to the USA this week for a Chabad on Campus conference. Read more
A Jewish safari tour guide
June 25, 2019 by Henry Greener-The Shtick
Henry Greener meets Ranger Sean Rubinstein Guides who runs safari tours of southern Africa, where he has taken many tourists through the glorious landscape where wild animals roam. Read more
A celebration to remember
June 25, 2019 by Michelle Favero
Sydney’s Kornmehl Centre Emanuel Pre-School recently celebrated its 20thbirthday with over 120 special guests including the Kornmehl family, past and current parents and teachers. Read more
What the Trump peace plan cannot accomplish
June 25, 2019 by Jonathan S. Tobin - JNS.org
When the Trump administration released the economic portion of its Middle East peace plan last week, the avalanche of criticism was immediate and harsh. Read more
Two new Israeli contenders enter political fray before fall elections
June 25, 2019 by Dov Lipman - JNS
Israel’s repeat election on Sept. 17 might not be a literal do-over of April 9, as two new parties may be entering the fray. Read more
Can I bequeath my organs?
June 24, 2019 by Rabbi Raymond Apple
Ask the rabbi? Read more
Feintooner
June 24, 2019 by Feintooner
This week’s cartoon…Lots of Cents and no Sensibilities. Read more
Trump should stop billions being poured into Gaza and West Bank
June 23, 2019 by David Singer
President Trump should not allow the euphoria that swept the world following the 27 November 2007 Annapolis Conference to infect the Manama Conference being jointly hosted by himself and Bahrain on 25-26 June. Read more
E-cigarettes and school students
The use of e-cigarettes is on the rise, particularly among high school students in Australia, and, given that the use of these devices is a relatively new phenomenon, Sydney’s Moriah College has provided students and parents with some relevant background information. Read more
The Festival of Jewish Arts and Music coming soon to Melbourne
June 23, 2019 by Arts Editor
The Festival of Jewish Arts and Music (FOJAM), formerly Shir Madness Melbourne, takes over the Melbourne Recital Centre in a day-long immersion of contemporary Jewish culture with 30 performances across music, theatre, dance and conversation on Sunday 8 September. Read more
On the other hand
June 23, 2019 by Michael Kuttner
In Israel, the long summer school vacation is about to commence. Read more
Fighting Slavery
June 23, 2019 by Community Editor
Sydney’s Emanuel Synagogue will present a fascinating In Conversation, The War On Slavery featuring an international panel of experts on modern slavery, forced labour and human trafficking. Read more
Israel and China
June 21, 2019 by Jeremy Rosen
For as long as I can recall I have been an idealist. I have always tried my best to support the underdog, the oppressed and the poor. Yet I am also a pragmatist. Sometimes banging one’s head against a brick wall is not a very sensible option. Read more
Carrots or sticks
June 21, 2019 by Michael Kuttner
Definition: a policy of offering a combination of reward and punishment to induce good behaviour. Read more
Raging at Rabbis: When rights collide in Jerusalem
June 21, 2019 by Gidon Ben-Zvi
This week, the Jerusalem municipality authorized the naming of five alleyways and narrow streets within the Baten Al-Hawa neighbourhood of Silwan after rabbis. Read more
