Due to Coronavirus Outbreak, March of the Living 2020 Postponed
Organization’s World Chair: “We remain thoroughly committed to our values and our historic role” (March 8 2020: Tel Aviv) – The organization’s leaders announced today,…
Health
With coronavirus spreading, Israel warns residents on travel abroad and adds Italy to banned visitors list
by Mary Oster JERUSALEM (JTA) — As the coronovirus spread worldwide, Israel’s Health Ministry called on Israelis to refrain from unnecessary travel abroad and said…
What red hot chile peppers might be able to do for cancer pain
by Larry Luxner It’s no secret that Israelis can do amazing things with spicy foods. Exhibit No. 1: zhug, the hot sauce derived from chile…
To LIfe & Legacy: Early successes bode well for Jewish Calgary’s future
by Maxine Fischbein (Calgary) – When Joey Tappenden first heard about Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY program, he was intrigued, both as a Jewish…
NCJWC Triennial Convention is a success
by Dr. Regan Treewater-Lipes (Edmonton AB) – The atmosphere was festive and exuberant to say the least as members of the National Council of Jewish…