More martyrs in Mumbai
In addition to the incredible Holtzbergs, HY”D, four more special Jews were murdered in the Mumbai Chabad House. Herein follows a profile – courtesy of the Yeshiva World News website. Norma Schwartzblatt-Rabinowitz HY”D,…
Can I Mourn the Jews Now?
Usually, I read something interesting, I make a comment and cite a relevant paragraph with a link to the story. Now however, words fail me. I can go on and on about barbarity…
Latest Jewlicious Festival News
Last call for Presenters Want to be an integral part of Jewlicious Festival 5.0 this year? You have this week to get that idea from concept into proposal – and submit it on…
When Laughter is Most Needed: Comedy for Koby in Israel (this week)
This is a week where our focus is not on comedy. Wherever we are, we’re still reeling from the international tragedy of loss in Mumbai, and although we feel conflicted about where to…
Today, we are all Chabadniks
As soon as Shabbat was over in Jerusalem, I rushed to my computer to see what the updates were from Mumbai. It didn’t take long for me to realize that my prayers over…
Do more
I am heartbroken. The Jewish world weeps over the brutal murders of Jews, Indians, and others in Mumbai. News of the tragedy spread around the globe in minutes. We are all truly connected….
Psychological trauma growing in Sderot
In a recent study conducted by NATAL (Israel Trauma Center for Victims of Terror and War), researchers discovered that close to 56% of Sderot residents have suffered in some way from Palestinian rocket…
Update on Mumbai
By AP via Yahoo News: Masked Indian commandos dropped from helicopters Friday onto the roof of a Jewish center in Mumbai where suspected Muslim militants were holed up, possibly with hostages, as sharpshooters…
Jewish Hostages in Mumbai
Like many of you, I spent most of my Thanksgiving eve following the developments of the situation in Mumbai from my PC. I do not have TV in my apt (anymore) and I…
Denmark proposes “No” to the snippy snip
Denmark, the tiny little country that saved thousands of jews during the Holocaust, may backhandedly kick them all out. “Proposal to raise circumcision age to 15 causes storm among Jewish community. ‘If law…
Economy Limiting your Post Grad Options? How about 5 Months Free in Israel?
Five months free in Israel? That’s crazy! I mean 10-days is audacious enough as it is, but 5 months? Crazy or not I spoke to Momo Lifshitz, founder and owner of Oranim Educational…
The Spike in Glow Sales Alone Could Have Rescued the Economy…
Two Israeli men are looking at a death sentence for possession of 23,000 (!) hits of Ecstasy in Thailand. Muffti’s advice: slip the judge a few at the appeal court and give him…
Jewlicious Las Vegas Shabbos with Matisyahu
[Facebook Event] FRIDAY NOV 21: SHABBOS WITH MATISYAHU! Come join one of the most famous American Jewish musicians for a FREE SHABBAT DINNER. Join us for a brief, private service at 6pm, followed…
Israeli Hip-Hop Single Features CK’s Favorite Dish
Does Israeli hip-hop artist BooSkills make shakshouka correctly? I can tell you right now, CK’s answer will be “no frickin’ way, my mother makes the best shakshouka.” But if you’d like to see…
That’s SIR Peres, thank you!
According to JpostPresident Shimon Peres became a Knight recently along with such luminaries as George H.W. Bush, Bono and Reagan. The particular award was the Knight Grand Cross of the Most Distinguished Order…
Advance Student Jewlicious Tickets on sale now!
I know you may be thinking of coming. But I want to make sure you buy your tickets early. Last year the Festival sold-out! When the tickets are gone, they are gone. Students…
Expectations from Sderot: The Hellish Nightmare of Raining Rockets Continues
December 19 is a significant day for Israelis civilians living on the other side of the Gaza Strip. It is the day where the Hamas-Israel ceasefire officially comes to an end and the…
Everyone is Getting So Progressive…
Even the Jews are gettin’ a slice of the action. The new minority whip for the republicans is none other that the only Republican jew in the house, Eric Cantor. And Lieberman proved…
Jewish Tweeters Connect
For those a little behind the social media eight-ball, tweeters are users of Twitter.com, an innovative way for people to connect and share information. I’ve been trying to get my co-workers to use…
Bedouin Enviro-Mosque to be Knocked Down
Aw come on Israel. You’re better than that! The unrecognized village of Wadi Na’am is home to nearly 8,000 Bedouins. Located adjacent to Ramat Chovav, one of Israel’s largest chemical industrial areas and…
Shemspeed Anniv Party – recap
Last night’s Shemspeed Anniversary Party, I have to say, was the most fun I have ever had at a show. So thank you all for making that vibe so incredible. It felt like…
A couple of older men die
In the Vinyl discussion, we are talking about American culture. ck is bemoaning the fact that our current generation doesn’t have people of the same “quality” as Jews from the middle and early…
