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Jewish and Israeli News
The Jerusalem Post
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Cyprus heads to polls to pick new president with runoff expectedon February 5, 2023 at 6:33 am
14 candidates are in the running, while only three candidates have been deemed as frontrunners.
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Has the time come to give up on gel manicures?on February 5, 2023 at 6:18 am
Recently, it was revealed that devices for drying gel polish can change one’s DNA. How much should you worry, and is there a safe manicure technique?
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At least 23 dead as dozens of wildfires torch forests in Chileon February 5, 2023 at 5:45 am
Fires continue to ravish central Chile as local temperatures continue to rise.
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Ukraine’s Zelensky strips citizenship of several former politicianson February 5, 2023 at 5:18 am
The list of stripped citizens includes a former Ukrainian president, who was in office from 2010 to 2014.
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Researcher using AI to piece together fragments of ancient textson February 5, 2023 at 4:27 am
A team led by Prof. Enrique Jiménez constructed an unprecedented database called the Fragmentarium, which uses automation to piece together text fragments.
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Can being surrounded by violence lower your life expectancy? – studyon February 5, 2023 at 3:55 am
This information is particularly poignant for those living in Israel, as the country is often marked with violent outbreaks.
The Times of Israel
News from Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish World
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Israeli forces said to arrest senior Islamic Jihad member in the West Bankon February 5, 2023 at 6:58 am
Palestinian Prisoner’s Media Office says troops detain Khader Adnan in hometown near Jenin; Israeli authorities return body of teen killed after aiming gun at police in Shuafat
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Israel’s ambassador to Zambia mugged on street in front of her bodyguardson February 5, 2023 at 6:46 am
Car pulls up alongside Ofra Farhi as she’s crossing road; occupants grab her bag containing diplomatic passport, cellphone
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Israel’s richest locales show 20% lower cancer death rate than middle-income areason February 5, 2023 at 4:38 am
Taub Center analysis suggests ‘health inequality’ based on socio-economic status and unequal health provision outside central Israel as possible explanations for findings
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UN asks for details on ‘Ben Gvir law’ cementing expanded political power over policeon February 5, 2023 at 3:45 am
International body issues request as part of review of Israel’s implementation of the 2005 Convention against Corruption
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Police arrest suspect in shooting at San Francisco synagogueon February 5, 2023 at 2:13 am
City resident in his 50s in custody after allegedly walking into Schneerson Center, firing several rounds of what investigators believe to have been blanks
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US fighter jet shoots down China’s spy balloon off South Carolina coaston February 5, 2023 at 1:07 am
US defense chief: ‘Deliberate and lawful action’ in response to Beijing’s ‘unacceptable violation of sovereignty’; authorities to collect debris from US territorial waters
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
The Global Jewish News Source
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Germany celebrates UNESCO World Heritage listing for sites known as the birthplace of Yiddish and Ashkenazi cultureby David I. Klein on February 4, 2023 at 12:31 am
They are the first German-Jewish additions to the UNESCO World Heritage list. — The post Germany celebrates UNESCO World Heritage listing for sites known as the birthplace of Yiddish and Ashkenazi culture appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Macron to Netanyahu: Proposed Supreme Court changes threaten Israeli democracyby David I. Klein on February 3, 2023 at 11:59 pm
Paris will no longer consider Israel a “common democracy,” Macron said, if Israel goes ahead with decreasing the power of its Supreme Court. — The post Macron to Netanyahu: Proposed Supreme Court changes threaten Israeli democracy appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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Missouri Jewish leaders advocate for trans rights at state legislatureby Jackie Hajdenberg on February 3, 2023 at 9:59 pm
As Republicans press bills about sports and health care, rabbis are on the front lines. — The post Missouri Jewish leaders advocate for trans rights at state legislature appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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With ‘Let It Be Morning’ and ‘Cinema Sabaya,’ Israeli filmmakers are winning awards for portraying Palestinian storiesby Andrew Lapin on February 3, 2023 at 7:49 pm
The movies arrive at a sensitive moment for filmmakers in Israel — especially those telling Palestinian stories. — The post With ‘Let It Be Morning’ and ‘Cinema Sabaya,’ Israeli filmmakers are winning awards for portraying Palestinian stories appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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As foreign investors warn over Israel’s future, ratings firm accused of anti-Israel bias says it’s not worried — for nowby Asaf Elia-Shalev on February 3, 2023 at 6:47 pm
A spokesperson for the investing rating company Morningstar said that its analysis designating Israel a low-risk country does not yet account for Netanyahu’s judicial reform overhaul. — The post As foreign investors warn over Israel’s future, ratings firm accused of anti-Israel bias says it’s not worried — for now appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
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FBI investigating after shooter fires blanks inside Russian Jewish center in San Franciscoby Gabe Stutman on February 3, 2023 at 6:46 pm
No one was injured in the incident. And no one called the police, either. — The post FBI investigating after shooter fires blanks inside Russian Jewish center in San Francisco appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
Jewish Thought and Education
My Jewish Learning
Judaism & Jewish Life
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Nazir 12by Rachel Scheinerman on February 2, 2023 at 7:59 pm
Toward the bottom of today’s page, we encounter this mishnah:If one says: “It is incumbent upon me to shave half a … The post Nazir 12 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Nazir 11by Rachel Scheinerman on February 2, 2023 at 7:57 pm
It can be hard to turn down a drink. Even without problems related to alcohol dependency, when a friend offers … The post Nazir 11 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Nazir 10by Rachel Scheinerman on February 2, 2023 at 7:56 pm
A new mishnah on today’s page takes up a another case of an oddly stated nazirite vow: If one said: “This cow said: … The post Nazir 10 appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Coming Down to Earthby Ben Harris on February 2, 2023 at 3:45 pm
Over the last few years, I have developed a practice of going on daily walks in my neighborhood. Day after … The post Coming Down to Earth appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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Tracing the Jewish History of Tamarind, From India to Syria and Beyondby Shannon Sarna on February 2, 2023 at 2:07 pm
Tamarind is a staple ingredient in the global Jewish pantry, with an extensive history. It was adopted by Middle Eastern … The post Tracing the Jewish History of Tamarind, From India to Syria and Beyond appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
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In Defense of Sacrificesby Rachel Scheinerman on February 1, 2023 at 4:34 pm
Reading of sacrifices in the Bible, many are mortified to think that ancient Israelites would slaughter animals at the Temple. It … The post In Defense of Sacrifices appeared first on My Jewish Learning.
Blogs
Deborah Fripp’s Blog on The Times of Israel
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Broken Glass, Preserved Memoryby Deborah Fripp on November 3, 2022 at 1:50 pm
Please don’t let them find out I’m Jewish. Please don’t let them find out I’m Jewish. It is November 10, 1938, and Margot Gunther (Jeremias) is riding the train to school. It’s an hour ride from her home in Hoffenheim, Germany to Heidelberg where her…
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When it’s an attack on your own communityby Deborah Fripp on January 17, 2022 at 8:21 am
I awoke on Sunday morning in Singapore to the news that another synagogue was under attack. The rabbi and several congregants of a synagogue in Texas were being held hostage by an unknown assailant. An old story, a repeated story – Jews under attack for…
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How to Teach Race Relations: Lessons from Holocaust Educationby Deborah Fripp on November 17, 2021 at 9:32 am
A group of 7th graders sit in a circle, white kids in the center, black and brown kids on the outside. They have been sorted by a “privilege” score assigned based on the color of their skin. The white students are trying to find a…
Union for Reform Judaism Posts
Jewish Learning
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Take a Tour of the Torah!by jemerman on October 4, 2022 at 2:22 pm
Take a Tour of the Torah! jemerman October 4, 2022 Read more about Take a Tour of the Torah! Torah usually refers to the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible – Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Running through these stories is the unique lens through which the Jewish people would come to view their world and their God.
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Weaving Together Formal and Lived Jewish Educationby jemerman on August 16, 2022 at 3:20 pm
Weaving Together Formal and Lived Jewish Education jemerman August 16, 2022 Jewish Learning Image I’m a self-proclaimed book worm. Since I could read, my default setting has been to research anything new at the library before implementing it. However, adulthood has taught me that some of the best lessons are learned after acting and truly living, which is why Rabbi Yanklowitz’s perspective so resonates with me. Even so, I always start new adventures by studying.
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The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledgeby sdolgov on August 9, 2022 at 6:55 pm
The Blessings of Adult Education: Far More than Knowledge sdolgov August 9, 2022 Ten Minutes of Torah Image Lifelong learning, however, can be easier said than done. For many, as they enter adulthood, with its competing demands and obligations, setting aside time for learning – and especially for Jewish learning – can be challenging indeed.
Israel
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Seeking Jewish Values Amidst Broken Glassby jemerman on January 18, 2023 at 3:25 pm
Seeking Jewish Values Amidst Broken Glass jemerman January 18, 2023 Experiencing Israel Image Nearly two months ago, our Just Zionism group landed in Israel as the election to cement a far-right government in the Knesset was taking effect. When we landed, I had a surface-level understanding of Israeli politics but was about to get a crash course on the election’s implications for the activists who were heartbroken by the results.
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Israel is Messy and I Love Itby jemerman on December 20, 2022 at 7:50 pm
Israel is Messy and I Love It jemerman December 20, 2022 ARZA Image On November 2, 2022, I landed at Ben Gurion Airport for the first time. Filled with many emotions, this being my first trip to Israel, I decided to keep an open mind as I joined twelve young adult leaders on a journey to learn more about Israel, Zionism, and why Jews in the Diaspora, especially in the United States, should be engaged.
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Aliyah to Israel is a Reform Value, Too!by jemerman on October 18, 2022 at 2:58 pm
Aliyah to Israel is a Reform Value, Too! jemerman October 18, 2022 Israel Image There are a few days in my life that stand out. There are the big milestones: my first days of school, going to camp for the first time, and my first homerun. Another one of those dates that stands out is December 28th, 2015. That was the day that I made aliyah and became an Israeli citizen.
Jewish Holidays
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Tu BiShvat – Nature’s Invitation to Growby jemerman on January 25, 2023 at 8:15 pm
Tu BiShvat – Nature’s Invitation to Grow jemerman January 25, 2023 Tu BiShvat Image Tu BiShvat, the Jewish New Year of the Trees, is upon us. While it may not be the most celebrated new year in the Jewish tradition, there is a simple power to the holiday – the call for us to become attuned to nature and learn what it can teach us about personal growth.
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New Year, Same Me: Finding the Diamond Withinby jemerman on December 15, 2022 at 4:03 pm
New Year, Same Me: Finding the Diamond Within jemerman December 15, 2022 Jewish Rituals and Symbols Image As Jews, we have the opportunity to celebrate the New Year not once, but several times. The Jewish year has four different New Year celebrations: Rosh HaShanah, Passover, Tu BiShvat, and Elul. Many Jews also celebrate the Gregorian New Year in January. That means we get five opportunities every year to do an accounting of our soul (cheshbon hanefesh) and make resolutions for growth and betterment.
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Sharing the Miracle of Jewish Joyby jemerman on December 14, 2022 at 3:51 pm
Sharing the Miracle of Jewish Joy jemerman December 14, 2022 Hanukkah Image Conversations about Hanukkah are few and far between in our ancient texts; most of what the Talmud records about Hanukkah is within a few pages in the tractate called Shabbat. But, as is so often the case, those millennia-old words have grown in significance as we prepare for Hanukkah 5783.