Category: Jewish
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Is this the world’s largest collection of dreidels?
Many people collect all sort of things without questioning why. The instinct to collect is rooted in the evolution of mankind – indeed, in primeval times, hunting and gathering were essential to provide for and ensure the survival of… Continue Reading
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Making sense of the sedra: Vayeishev
When flying to Israel I am struck by the balloons festooning the ceiling at Ben Gurion airport arrivals hall, evoking the sheer joy of welcoming a loved one into the folds of an embrace; homecoming often goes hand in hand with a feeling of… Continue Reading
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Leap of faith: Lighten the loneliness at Chanukah
Feeling alone isn’t easy. I say “feeling” alone because some people are at their most lonely among others, while others are physically on their own. This time of year can often be challenging, not because most of us are in the throes… Continue Reading
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Salvador Dali’s series about the founding of Israel is on show at a Holocaust museum on Long Island
Salvador Dalí may be best known for his surrealist masterpieces like The Persistence of Memory and The Elephants. But the Spanish artist also created a suite of paintings to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the founding of the State of… Continue Reading
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Montreal synagogue firebombed in suspected hate crime
An incendiary device was thrown at the Beth Tikvah synagogue in Montreal early Wednesday morning in what Canadian authorities suspect is an antisemitic hate crime. Firefighting teams responded to the scene at 3 a.m. to extinguish the flames. The… Continue Reading
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Mayor Eric Adams calls himself ‘a modern-day Maccabee’ at pre-Hanukkah party at Gracie Mansion
Hundreds of Jewish New Yorkers gathered amid beautifully decorated Christmas trees at Gracie Mansion, Mayor Eric Adams’ residence, for a pre-Hanukkah celebration feting several local Jews and charities. In prepared remarks,… Continue Reading
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Tory MP and ex-Oxford Union president calls out ‘mess of antisemitism’ at debating club
A Conservative MP and former treasurer of the Oxford Union has urged Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to write to the famous debating club to stress that “antisemitism has no place in society – especially not at our… Continue Reading
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Downing Street says UK using ‘every diplomatic manoeuvre available’ to try to free hostages
The British government is using “every diplomatic manoeuvre available” as it attempts to ensure Emily Damari and other hostages with UK links are amongst those freed if any deal is secured, Downing Street has said. Asked if the UK had… Continue Reading
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Let there be light! Epping menorah triumphs after council clash
Epping’s High Street will shine bright this Chanukah after a bitter showdown over a menorah ended in victory for supporters, despite the town council’s stubborn objections. A legal deal between the district and county councils has… Continue Reading
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Charity raises £43 million to support 7 October victims
A philanthropic initiative that launched in October 2023 has helped raise more than £43 million since the massacre on Simchat Torah last year. In one year, The Merit Spread Foundation has raised millions from donors and delivered to… Continue Reading