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Tzipi Livni Talks About the Future of Israel

Tzipi Livni has had an illustrious career in Israeli politics, serving as vice prime minister, minister of justice, foreign minister and a chief negotiator in peace talks. Livni spoke to the Journal about her hope for peace and the issue of judicial reform.

The Italian Jewish Comedian Who Will Make You Laugh Your Head Off

Gianmarco Soresi is moving up in the comedy world, with an international tour hitting more than 20 cities, including two shows at Hollywood Improv. He talks to the Journal about a scary incident that got national attention, kvetching, and why some won’t go on his podcast.

Why Are There No Kosher Restaurant Critics?

Some kosher restaurants can now rival or surpass non-kosher ones, from taste to presentation to ambiance. So why are there no official kosher food critics who point out the good and the bad? Industry experts, rabbis and two comedians spoke to the Journal about societal, halachic and financial hurdles that might present challenges. Some say there is a great need for a critic, while others disagree. And what’s the deal with $14 for sparkling water?

Israeli Lawyer Appears in Netflix’s ‘Depp v Heard’ Docuseries

Born in Ramat Gan, Israel, Limor Mojdehiazad moved to Los Angeles and was fascinated by celebrity. She appears in Netflix’s new three-episode docuseries “Depp v. Heard,” and spoke with the Journal about a shocking revelation, good and bad moments for the lawyers, and the verdict some found strange.

Ben Platt is Perfect in ‘Theater Camp’

The Broadway star of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ joins a fantastic Molly Gordon as best friends and acting teachers at a camp putting on a show in honor of its hospitalized director.

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