AUDIO: Iranian American Jews — Jimmy Delshad, former Mayor of Beverly Hills
Karmel Melamed
March 15, 2008
AUDIO: Iranian American Jews — Jimmy Delshad, former Mayor of Beverly Hills
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AUDIO: Iranian American Jews — Dennis Prager and Shmuley Boteach praise local community
Karmel Melamed
March 8, 2008
AUDIO: Iranian American Jews — Dennis Prager and Shmuley Boteach praise local community
AUDIO: Iranian American Jews remember scholar Dr. Amnon Netzer
Karmel Melamed
February 18, 2008
Southern California\’s Iranian Jews remember the life of world-renowned Iranian Jewish scholar Dr. Amnon Netzer.
Photo exhibit of Persian Jewry on exhibit at Huntington
Karmel Melamed
October 26, 2006
Jewish photojournalist Shelley Gazin has managed to capture the true essence of Persian Jewish life in a series of photographs.\n
What lies Beneath Westwood Boulevard’s golden dome?
Karmel Melamed
September 14, 2006
With its sparkling 24-karat gold dome and Jerusalem stone exterior, the new 25,000-square-foot Southern California Jewish Center (SCJC) stands out more than just a little among the various stores and restaurants.
Israeli Diplomats Reach Out to L.A. Iranian Media
Karmel Melamed
September 7, 2006
Representatives from Southern California-based Persian-language satellite radio stations and television shows attended a special press conference on Aug. 28, held for them at Los Angeles\’ Israeli consulate, the first public interaction between the Israeli government and local Persian-language media in more than 25 years.\n
Q & A With Bahar Soomekh
Karmel Melamed
May 11, 2006
Persian Jewish actress Bahar Soomekh earned some serious attention last year when she played a young Iranian in \”Crash,\” the Academy Award winner for best picture. She\’s now appearing in an even bigger role — playing alongside Tom Cruise in the thriller, \”M:I:III.\” On the eve of the film\’s debut, Soomekh spoke about growing up Persian Jewish in Los Angeles and about her career.\n
Local Iranians Counsel Congress
Karmel Melamed
August 19, 2004
As Iran\’s fundamentalist regime has increased its persecution of Jews and become a major sponsor of terrorism in the Middle East, local Iranian Jewish leaders have stepped up efforts to inform U.S. officials of the increasing danger posed by the Islamic nation.
Center Aids Iranians in Need of Help
Karmel Melamed
July 15, 2004
After only a few months in Los Angeles, Shirley N., a 30-year-old Jewish immigrant from Iran, almost returned to her homeland because of financial difficulties.
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