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We Know Why Trump Dropped the Bomb, But Why Did He Drop The F-Bomb?
June 26, 2025
The president was wrong to say what he said on the morning of June 24, but he had his reasons.
A Bisl Torah — In Your Coming and Your Going
June 26, 2025
Just as we say when we touch the mezuzah and as we saw on the threshold of the Great Synagogue in Rome, “Blessed are you in your coming and blessed are you in your going.”
A Battle for the Soul of the Middle East
June 26, 2025
This war of words is not insignificant as it is the one that should allow Israel the time and conditions to achieve its goals, but are we telling the right story?
Print Issue: Changing History | June 27, 2025
June 26, 2025
The crippling of Iran’s nuclear threat, coupled with a weakening of its terror proxies across the region, has brought us to a moment of history.
Sephardic Torah from the Holy Land | “Bayit Means House and Home”
June 26, 2025
In Hebrew, “Bayit” means “house” and “home.” We miss both – our physical “house” (apartment) in Herzliya, and our Jewish “home” – Medinat Yisrael.
‘You’re Better Off Sleeping, Herschel’
June 26, 2025
Ever since the Oct.7 Hamas-led pogrom, antisemitism has intensified to such a degree I’ve noticed I’m no longer so amenable to spending time with people whom I suspect freely support such sentiment.
Azi Jankovic on Sharing Her Mental Health Journey in a New Book
June 26, 2025
In “Mental Health, Reclaimed: A Simple Guide to Thriving Beyond Labels or Limits,” she tells her story and provides readers with a holistic roadmap for healing anxiety, depression, and overthinking.
Jewish Manager Who Made the Beatles: Brian Epstein’s Story in ‘Midas Man’
June 26, 2025
In a new biographical film, “Midas Man,” scheduled to premiere in Los Angeles at the Jewish Film Festival, Epstein finally receives the recognition he deserves.
Cloudy with Meatballs and Artichoke Stew
June 26, 2025
The meatballs are light and fluffy because they are filled with grated onion and potato starch. The addition of chili oil, paprika and cinnamon lends them a sublime, flavorful taste.
Changing History
June 26, 2025
The crippling of Iran’s nuclear threat, coupled with a weakening of its terror proxies across the region, has brought us to a moment of history.
Mamdani Gives Charisma a Bad Name
June 25, 2025
What New York City needs from its public servants is not charisma but candor. It needs leaders who have the courage to utter difficult truths like the fact that politicians cannot fix all our problems. They need our help.
Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Isn’t Perfect—But Even Some Democrats See Value
June 25, 2025
President Trump’s proposed “Big, Beautiful Bill” has faced strong opposition from Democrats, but some admit that certain parts deserve consideration.
Can Pro-Israel Democrats Finally Say ‘Thank you President Trump’?
June 25, 2025
Speak to friends in the Israeli community if you want to better understand how a justified war can potentially create a more just world.
The Colonization of the American Mind
June 25, 2025
We always knew that the Arab world excelled at propaganda. But this surpasses the KGB in its ability to turn formerly mildly intelligent men into Islamist puppets.
The Survival Mindset
June 25, 2025
Survival is measured by what we’re willing to stand for — and stay for — when the stakes are high.
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