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…
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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…
Book Review: The Choice by Kathy Clark
Review by Deborah Shatz The Choice is a gripping coming of age story that takes place in Budapest and Poland during a dark period in…
End of the road for Jewish studies at the University of Alberta
by Andrew Gow, PhD – With the retirement of Ehud Ben Zvi, and after Francis Landy finishes teaching his last two courses on a post-retirement…