Israel’s opposition leader: Unity against terrorism no reason to join gov’t
JERUSALEM (JTA) — The leader of the opposition in Israel said that it will not join the government to show unity during the current security…
Articles by Alberta Jewish News
In Putin’s policing of Middle East, some see a boon for Israel
By Cnaan Liphshiz (JTA) — As a defiant Russia again flexes military muscles in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, Cold War analogies are, perhaps, unavoidable….
‘Jerry and the Falafel’ and other Israel-themed ‘Seinfeld’ episodes
By Ron Kampeas (JTA) — Jerry Seinfeld is set to perform in Israel for the first time, with four stand-up comedy shows scheduled for December…
Mi Shebeirach: Should we pray for healing when death is imminent?
By Jennifer Richler (JTA) — Someone I know died today. Although I didn’t know him well, and haven’t seen him in over 20 years, I…
Great turn-out at Beth Shalom Federal Election Candidates Forum
by Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – Over 160 people gathered at the Beth Shalom Synagogue on October 8 to hear from candidates representing the three major…