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September 16, 2009
Suit Alleges Eden Mishandled Remains
Robert Scott’s parents survived the Holocaust, where they personally witnessed human remains being burned, scattered and dumped. Now Scott is among at least 500 families who have expressed alarm this week that relatives’ remains may have been mishandled by Eden Memorial Park in Mission Hills, one of Southern California’s largest Jewish cemeteries.
Marathoners Raise Funds for Shoah Survivors
I’m a mom of three children with hectic schedules; I’m also a deputy attorney general for California. And I’m an avid runner, squeezing in my runs before dawn. Having run several marathons, I’ve had my eyes set on the New York City Marathon for two years. Because that marathon relies on a lottery system, it can be difficult for nonresidents to enter; however, I was accepted this year just a couple of days after a chance meeting in New York with someone with whom I had two things in common: a love of running and a strong Jewish background.
Waking Up to Life
It is 38 degrees on a Monday night. Our family wakes up in a tent cabin in the high country of Tuolumne Meadows, ready for the beauty, and warmth, of the Yosemite Valley, where we have reservations Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night. But a wildfire has different ideas.
Regev, Gold Promote Israeli Pluralism
A new organization, linking Israel and the Diaspora, was launched in Tel Aviv Monday, with the aim of promoting full religious freedom and diversity for Jews in the Jewish state.
Ramon Tragedy Strikes Home for Houston’s Jews
Cellular phones began ringing at Congregation Shaar Hashalom in Houston on Sunday afternoon as the bad news quickly spread among a group gathered for a synagogue meeting.
Second Temple Road Uncovered in Jerusalem
An ancient road in Jerusalem that pilgrims used to reach the Second Temple was uncovered during excavation in the City of David, announced the Israel Antiquities Authority on Sunday.
Bibi: No Complete Settlement Freeze
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there will not be a complete freeze on building in the settlements.
Pope to Renegades: Respect Judaism, Other Religions
Respect for Judaism and other religions is mandatory for readmission into the mainstream Catholic fold, Pope Benedict XVI will tell a renegade traditionalist Catholic group.
Evangelical Group Providing for Needy Israelis at Holidays
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is providing $4.6 million to help needy Israelis purchase food for the High Holidays.
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