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December 5, 2013
Calendar December 7-13
The old country just got a little newer. Taking traditional sounds and themes and infusing them with some modern funk, the Grammy-winning band brings rhythm and timeless spirit to its audiences. With 25 years of experience and a growing fan base, the Klezmatics have changed the face of the Yiddish imprint on popular culture.
Letters to the editor: ACA, mitzvot, fair trade chocolate and Noble Prizes
In “No Faith, No Jewish Future” (Nov. 6), Dennis Prager has it backward. The assiduous practice of mitzvot results in recognition of their foundation, not visa versa. Halachic adherence remains the key to growth in Orthodox Judaism. A 3-year-old child learns what we do, i.e., wear tzitzit, when he puts them on and recites a bracha.
Kerry pledges to protect Israel’s security in meeting with Netanyahu
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said progress is being made in the current Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
The ‘Like Dreamers’ Exchange, Part 3: Does the US Need to Understand Israel Better?
Kabbalah Centre sued for $1 million
The Kabbalah Centre is being sued for over $1 million by former followers in two lawsuits alleging fraud and misuse of funds.
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