Meet Diego Schwartzman, the best Jewish tennis player on earth
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) — When Wimbledon starts next week, no other Jewish tennis player will be seeded higher than Diego Schwartzman. The scrappy 24-year-old…
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How Liev Schreiber’s Jewish grandpa inspired him
By Curt Schleier (JTA) — Liev Schreiber has trained as a boxer on and off for 18 years. He’s a fan of the sweet science…
Billy Crystal on being Jewish, playing ball and more
By Cindy Sher (JUF News via JTA) — The inimitable Billy Crystal is back on the road. The six-time Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, director…
These Are the Only Jewish Super Bowl Snacks You Need
By Shannon Sarna (Nosher) – I don’t even know who is playing in the Super Bowl this year (Confession: I never know who is playing), but I…
Shaquille O’Neal dances the hora at a Jewish wedding
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) – Let’s face it: at 7-foot-1 and 350 pounds, Shaq is built to dunk. But dancing? Well, you may be surprised: This past weekend,…