Failing grades…writes Michael Kuttner
September 1, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
The long summer vacation is over and pupils are bracing for a reluctant return to school. Read more
Bram Presser talks with Henry Greener
September 1, 2017 by Henry Greener-The Shtick
Bram Presser has a colourful past as a Punk Rocker, Lawyer, Writer and Book Freak. Read more
Closer: Portraits of Survival
August 31, 2017 by J-Wire Staff
Closer: Portraits of Survival is a rich and intimate photographic exhibition exploring the artefacts and individuals that anchor us to the past currently on show at The Sydney Jewish Museum. Read more
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop titilates Melbourne Jewish audience with Jerusalem mission promises
August 31, 2017 by Michael Danby
Julie Bishop is shameless. Less than six months ago in January, Foreign Minister Julie Bishop denounced former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, for proposing that the Australian embassy in Israel move to Jerusalem…writes Michael Danby. Read more
Hurricane Harvey the peak of a devastating three-year flooding trend for Houston’s Jews
August 30, 2017 by Jacob Kamaras
As a member of Houston’s Jewish community writing about a devastating flood for the third time since May 2015, I’m at a loss for words…writes Jacob Kamaras/JNS.org. Read more
Upcoming UN ‘blacklist’ of companies tied to Israel invokes antisemitism, experts say
August 30, 2017 by Sean Savage - JNS.org
An upcoming “blacklist” of major international companies with business ties to Israeli communities in Judea, Samaria, the Golan Heights and eastern Jerusalem represents yet another attempt by anti-Israel actors in the United Nations to single out and demonize the world’s only Jewish state, experts say…writes Sean Savage/JNS.org. Read more
Worldwide Sukkah Directory enters 24th year of operation
August 29, 2017 by Community newsdesk
The directory has been designed for Jews to locate a Sukkah near to them, so that they can go there to eat. Read more
ACO to perform at Emanuel Synagogue
August 29, 2017 by Community Editor
Sydney;s Emanuel Synagogue has announced the return of the Australian Chamber Orchestra for one night to perform its third concert in its sanctuary. Read more
Europe begins to appreciate the reality of Islamic terrorism
August 29, 2017 by Isi Leibler
Until recently, most European governments avoided confronting the reality and true nature of Islamic terrorism by burying their heads in the sand…writes Isi Leibler. Read more
Abbas set to defy Trump and Netanyahu at United Nations
August 28, 2017 by David Singer
PLO chairman Mahmoud Abbas seems set to once again embark on another futile journey to the United Nations (UN) seeking recognition of a second Arab state – in addition to Jordan – within the territory comprised in the League of Nations Mandate for Palestine…writes David Singer. Read more
Does a Mezuzah bring you luck?…ask the rabbi
August 28, 2017 by Rabbi Raymond Apple
Rabbi Raymond Apple provides the answer. Read more
Trump’s foreign policy….writes Ron Weiser
August 28, 2017 by Ron Weiser
Notwithstanding the constant polarisation that especially his domestic words and deeds seem to generate, on some foreign policy matters President Trump seems to have very wide American support. Read more
Feintooner
August 27, 2017 by Feintooner
Feintooner – recycling the peace progress. Read more
Leave the symbols of Nazi persecution alone, Billy Joel
August 26, 2017 by Ben Cohen - JNS.org
Billy Joel’s decision to sport a yellow star on the front and back of his jacket during a concert this week was a nod to history that the singer may not have been aware of…writes Ben Cohen/JNS.org. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
August 26, 2017 by 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
They still don’t get it…writes Michael Kuttner
August 25, 2017 by Michael Kuttner
Despite the recent terror events in Spain and elsewhere it is patently obvious that most politicians and communal leaders are still in a state of blissful self induced denial. Read more
Give up control…writes Rabbi Michoel Gourarie
August 25, 2017 by Rabbi Michoel Gourarie
Our sages say: “He who gets angry is like an idol worshipper.” We can understand that losing our temper is ineffective and detrimental to our personal growth. But comparing anger with idolatry seems a little overboard and harsh. Why is it so severe? Read more
The never-ending peace process farce…writes Isi Leibler
August 24, 2017 by Isi Leibler
Unless the U.S. is willing to bite the bullet and finally confront Mahmoud Abbas and the Palestinian Authority, the forthcoming mission to the region by U.S. representatives Jared Kushner and Jason Greenblatt to “restart the peace process” on behalf of President Donald Trump may prove to be highly counterproductive. Read more
Two old friends and a stranger…a music review by Fraser Beath McEwing
August 24, 2017 by Fraser Beath McEwing
The SSO concert last night just kept getting better as it went from Mendelssohn to Mackey to Dvorak. Read more
The President has a special obligation to condemn the racist Right
August 23, 2017 by Alan Dershowitz
All decent Americans have an obligation to condemn the violent bigotry of the Nazi and KKK demonstrators in Charlottesville or wherever else they spew their poisonous and threatening rhetoric…writes Alan M. Dershowitz. Read more
Maudie – a movie review by Roz Tarszisz
August 22, 2017 by Roz Tarszisz
In this engrossing story of triumph over physical adversity, you have to wait for beauty to emerge. Read more
Imogen Cooper gave a scholarly performance
August 22, 2017 by Fraser Beath McEwing
Although the tiger never got out of the cage, English pianist Imogen Cooper gave an impeccable account of Beethoven, Haydn and Ades at Sydney’s Recital Hall…writes Fraser Beath McEwing. Read more
Trump must question Abbas-PLO commitment to peace with Israel
August 21, 2017 by David Singer
The planned visit to the Middle East at the end of August by President Trump’s Senior Advisor Jared Kushner, Special Envoy for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt and Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Powell – presents a wonderful opportunity for them to test the commitment of the PLO and its leader Mahmoud Abbas to concluding a peace treaty with Israel…writes David Singer. Read more
Feintooner – Enemies: A love story
August 21, 2017 by Feintooner
The week’s cartoon from Feintooner… Read more
Jewish Care receives Better Practice Commendation Award
August 21, 2017 by Ayal Tusia
Jewish Care Victoria has been awarded the highly regarded Best Practice Commendation Award from the Australian Aged Care Quality Agency. Read more
Kindertransport – a theatre review by David Kary
We need to step outside of ourselves and into the ‘shoes’ of another human being to truly understand and accept them. Read more
On the other hand…writes Michael Kuttner
August 19, 2017 by J-Wire
This week’s examples illustrate how Israel continues to lead the world in so many ways. Read more
Let’s talk about sex: the aftermath of Charlottesville
August 18, 2017 by Ben Cohen - JNS.org
The scene is Paris in the late 19th century. At a glittering ball, a handful of eligible gentilhommes eagerly circled the charming Comtesse de La Rochefoucauld—something of an Ivanka Trump in her day—in the hope of being granted a dance…writes Ben Cohen/JNS.org. Read more
Do it Today…writes Rabbi Michael Gourarie
August 18, 2017 by Rabbi Michoel Gourarie
One of the secrets of success is to respond quickly to a project or a task as soon as it comes our way. Read more
Get paid to learn Judaism
August 18, 2017 by Community newsdesk
An American philanthropist in America is generously donating funds to help university students connect with Judaism giving a $350 stipend to any student that completes a tailor-made eight session course on the fundamentals of Judaism. Read more
