Where the Obama-Netanyahu relationship went wrong
By Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) – When David Axelrod, then a senior adviser to President Barack Obama, first learned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu…
June 2015
Why the NBA Finals are a lose-lose situation for Maccabi Coach of the Year David Blatt
by Gabe Friedman (JTA) — After the last game of an impressive series sweep of the Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers coach David Blatt talked with…
Citing the Talmud, Dr. Ruth questions sexual consent requirements. Is her reading correct?
By Julie Wiener NEW YORK (JTA) — Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the octogenarian therapist and TV host, is famous for her frank and open talk about sex. But…
Jewish Film Festival honours Earl Parker z”l and local Machalnicks
by Esther Viragh – This year’s Edmonton Jewish Film Festival began with class and glamour. A rolled out red carpet welcomed eager guests to an…
Magen David Adom thanks Edmonton
by EJN Staff – Last summer, Sam and Michelle Marcushamer traveled to Israel on behalf of Canadian Friends of Magen David Adom (CMDA). The CMDA…