Category: Jewish
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UK announces new sanctions against Iran in response to Israel attack
The UK government has announced a new round of sanctions targeting senior Iranian military figures and organisations for their role in attempting to destabilise the Middle East. A response to Iran’s attack against Israel on 1 October, the… Continue Reading
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Canadian crackdown on Israel-linked charities raises concerns in Jewish community
After Canadian tax authorities revoked the charitable status of the Ne’eman Foundation in August, the organization, which distributes funds to various causes in Israel, began instructing prospective donors to contribute… Continue Reading
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REVIEW: The Glasshouse at The Grove
A buffet is not the easiest option for Sunday lunch when you’ve put your back into spasm but the chairs are so comfortable and the staff so accommodating at The Glasshouse at The Grove (near Watford) you soon forget the pain and focus on the… Continue Reading
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Why a spa day is the perfect start to your simcha
Sequoia Spa at The Grove provides the ideal antidote to pre-wedding stress Continue Reading
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Former Jewish newspaper editor in exclusive talks to buy Telegraph
The former editor of Jewish publication the Algemeiner Journal is in exclusive talks to buy the Telegraph in a deal worth around £550 million. Dovid Efune, the British-born publisher of the US news website, has six weeks to strike a deal for… Continue Reading
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Rabbinic couple removed from role as university chaplains over anti-Palestinian posts
A rabbinic couple hired to support Jewish students at universities across Yorkshire have been removed from their roles after historic social media posts including a call for “biblical punishment” for Palestinians were uncovered. Rabbi… Continue Reading
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‘A new reality’: three academics discuss 7 October and its aftermath
At a discussion on the anniversary of 7 October three Jewish academics held a discussion at JW3 in London on the Hamas attacks and their aftermath, While it could not offer comfort or catharsis, the hope was to bring clarity, said Dr Linda… Continue Reading
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US to send troops to Israel to protect against Iranian attack
American troops will be stationed in Israel for the first time since 7 October 2023, as the country prepares for ongoing conflict with Iran. The announcement that U.S. personnel would arrive came on the same day that a Hezbollah drone strike on… Continue Reading
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US to send troops to Israel as Hezbollah ramps up its attack
American troops will be stationed in Israel for the first time since Oct. 7, 2023, as the country prepares for ongoing conflict with Iran. The announcement that U.S. personnel would arrive came shortly before a Hezbollah drone… Continue Reading
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Historic Prague synagogue used on Yom Kippur for the first time since the Holocaust
For the first time since World War II, one of Prague’s most historic synagogues has held a Jewish worship service. Kol Nidre, the introductory service of Yom Kippur, took place in the Klausen Synagogue on Friday night, ending… Continue Reading