The tech sector in a country at war
Divestment resolution harms Jews, won’t help Palestinians
When a ballot measure singles out Israel, even in universal language, silence would not feel like peace. It would feel like accepting that Jewish connection to Israel is a problem to be eradicated.
Supporting divestment an act of tzedakah
Many of the volunteers, including myself, are Jewish — and our work for divestment has been motivated by the values our Jewish upbringing instilled in us.
Providence divestment measure ineffective, poor fiscal policy
The ordinance also acknowledges a fundamental flaw: the city lacks authority to direct many of its investments.
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Former IDF negotiator says Israel could have ended Gaza war, freed hostages a year earlier
"We could have achieved the same strategic accomplishments in terms of damaging Hamas's military strength, and in terms of many other security …
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‘Which homeland?’ American Jews do not have to choose between Israel and US - opinion
For Israelis, America’s 250th anniversary may seem like a distant national commemoration. Yet America’s ideals, influence, and relationship …
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Pardes Hanna-Karkur offers new food scene
From a food truck importing its bags from New York to the best pizza I've had in Israel.
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Netanyahu's secret UAE trip: What is Israel's military censorship really for? - opinion
The prime minister’s secret UAE trip highlights the danger of blurring Israel’s security interests with Netanyahu’s political interests.
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Tennessee prison chief resigns after second failed execution this year
Department of Correction commissioner Frank Strada said that although he believes his agency followed proper execution protocol, "stepping aside …
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What Amit taught us: How the Bonzel family keeps the legacy of a fallen soldier alive
Since their son fell in Gaza, Noa and Itzik Bonzel have shared the lessons of his 22 years – believing in yourself, refusing to give up on …
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Northern Czechia travel guide: Rock cities, forest trails, and Saxon Switzerland
TALY’S TRAVEL: Exploring northern Czechia and Germany’s Saxon Switzerland region.
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Tucker Carlson claims UK had no reason to join WWII, appears to defend Hitler's invasion of Poland
"The idea that Hitler just randomly rolled into Poland is a lie… Hitler repeatedly said, ‘I do not want to go to war with the UK,’” …
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'I gave everything that I had': Flydubai captain tells Netanyahu about co-pilot's hijacking attempt
The prime minister thanked Machchhar for his "remarkable" actions, saying that he "saved the spirit of the world."
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Camp JORI: New solar array generates savings, cuts CO2 emissions
After a decade of hoping and planning, Camp JORI in South Kingstown finally dedicated its new solar array, which promises tens of thousands of dollars in savings each year and a big reduction in the camp's environmental footprint.
Kart racing, axe throwing at upcoming Touro Fraternal open house
The Touro Fraternal Association will hold an open house Oct. 21, replete with kart racing, axe throwing and a "time machine gaming experience" at R1 Indoor Karting, located at 100 Higginson Ave. in Lincoln, R.I.
Artisans to sell wares, support causes at Beth-El Sisterhood Marketplace
Temple Torat Yisrael to hold second annual holiday craft market
Tzedakah in the holiday season: Justice, joy and shared abundance
The pilgrimage festivals — particularly Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah — are deeply rooted in the spirit of philanthropy and shared responsibility. Rather than being an optional holiday practice, tzedakah is the lifeblood of the season.
An unbelievable summer camp
The following story sounds fictitious, but I didn’t make it up. Yes, I’ve always enjoyed reading short stories and novels, but I also learned to seek and savor historical accuracy.
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Lights in the darkness
On Oct. 7, 2023, I was at the Central Massachusetts Torah Center to celebrate Simchat Torah. As October and the third anniversary of Oct. 7 approach, I cannot help but reflect on that day. We were …
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How you can show your support for the paper and the new editor
When I wrote a column in March and headlined it “The Long Goodbye,” I had no idea how prescient that really was. Honestly, it was supposed to encapsulate my years as a journalist before retiring. Instead, lots of my friends and co-workers have...
Pets and patrons in May
Jewish Students Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Safety and Silence Why graduate student leaders from Rhode Island and beyond are taking the fight against campus antisemitism to Capitol Hill. By Jadyn Turner PHOTO: Rhode Island law student...
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Tomorrow | Simchat Torah,
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Monday | SBHEC Leadership Institute for Teens,
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Jewish students shouldn’t have to choose between safety and silence
Jewish Students Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Safety and Silence Why graduate student leaders from Rhode Island and beyond are taking the fight against campus antisemitism to Capitol Hill. By Jadyn Turner PHOTO: Rhode Island law student...
A newly formed local chapter of the pro-Jewish gun club “Lox and Loaded” is open to new members. The club is open to any adult “who is pro-Israel and pro-Jewish regardless of religious affiliation.”
The school became the first college to join a Project Shema and Ruderman Family Foundation program aimed at fighting antisemitism, planning to train the newest psychologists to confront the oldest hatred.
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