‘Bloat’ is the least of the new Israeli government’s problems
May 20, 2020 by Ruthie Blum - JNS
Public criticism of the new Israeli government has focused on how “bloated” it is. Read more
Does the term ‘annexation’ even apply?
May 20, 2020 by Dore Gold
It so happens that this year is the 100th anniversary of the San Remo Conference, where the victorious Allied powers from World War I divided the Ottoman Empire and proposed Mandates for the former territories of Ottoman Asia. Read more
Biden: West Bank annexation ‘will choke off hope for peace’
May 20, 2020 by JNS
Former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden, the 2020 presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, said on Tuesday that if Israel applies sovereignty to parts of the West Bank, it would “choke off any hope for peace,” according to audio obtained by JNS. Read more
UAE’s Etihad Airways makes first-known flight to Tel Aviv to deliver aid for Palestinians
May 20, 2020 by JNS
The United Arab Emirates’ Etihad Airways announced that it will fly to Israel to deliver coronavirus aid for the Palestinians, marking the first-known direct commercial flight between the two nations. Read more
Billy Crystal, FBI director to join ‘Virtual L’Chaim’ to first responders amid pandemic
May 20, 2020 by JNS
Actor Billy Crystal and FBI director Christopher Wray will be among those who will raise a glass during a Zoom cocktail event on tomorrow (Thursday) at 10 am AEST in salute to those on the front lines in combating the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Sydney day schools back to school, well almost
May 19, 2020 by J-Wire Newsdesk
With the NSW schools going back full-time on Monday, what’s happening with Sydney’s Jewish day schools. Read more
EU ‘strongly’ urges Israel to refrain from unilateral moves in Judea and Samaria
May 19, 2020 by Aryeh Savir - TPS
The European Union “strongly” urges Israel to refrain from any unilateral diplomatic moves in Judea and Samaria that would lead to their annexation and “would be contrary to International Law”. Read more
Police arrest woman for desecration of grave of IDF soldier
The police on Monday evening arrested a woman who is suspected of desecrating the grave of IDF soldier Amit Ben Yigal, who was killed in action last Tuesday. Read more
Ahead of Jerusalem Day: capital experiences unprecedented growth
May 19, 2020 by Aryeh Savir - TPS
President Reuven Rivlin received yesterday the 2020 Statistical Yearbook of the Jerusalem Institute for Public Policy (JIPP), which sheds light on the city’s makeup and growth. Read more
What’s on this week on Dunera
May 19, 2020 by Community newsdesk
Dunera is the your stay at home Jewish entertainment and cultural website. Read more
A special performance for Yom Yerushalayim
May 19, 2020 by Community newsdesk
Violinist Ben Adler and pianist Paul Khodor have been playing Jewish music together for the community for over a decade, and have been regular members of Sydney’s Emanuel Synagogue’s Shabbat Live band for the past eight years. Read more
The future of medical cannabis research and its place in clinical practice with Dr Dedi Meiri
May 19, 2020 by Community newsdesk
What do racism and shared society have to do with Yom Yerushalayim?
May 19, 2020 by Community newsdesk
As Israel enters its 53rd year of control over the West Bank and East Jerusalem NIF Australia speaks with Tag Meir founder Gadi Gvaryahu and field manager Ruth Klein about the contentious day of Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day). Read more
Dialogue weathers the COVID storm
May 19, 2020 by Community newsdesk
Physical distance proved no obstacle to the constructive and lively meeting of the Australian National Dialogue of Christians, Muslims & Jews, which took place yesterday. Read more
New unity government pledges to continue corona response, apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria
May 19, 2020 by Dov Lipman - JNS
After more than 500 days of political instability and three consecutive national elections, Israel’s 35th government was officially sworn in. Read more
The silence of the Jews
May 19, 2020 by Stephen M.Flatow - JNS.org
A young Israeli soldier, Amit Ben-Yigal, was stoned to death last week by Palestinian Arab terrorists. Read more
Ashkenazi: Trump Middle East peace plan a ‘historic opportunity’ for Israel
May 19, 2020 by JNS
Newly-appointed Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi called U.S. President Donald Trump’s Mideast peace plan a “historic opportunity.” Read more
Hebrew U student group threatens IDF soldiers, attacks university
The student branch of the far-left communist Hadash party at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem is facing sharp criticism for publishing a video last week inciting against IDF soldiers and the Hebrew University itself. Read more
Israeli-Palestinian cooperation saves the life of a six-month-old baby from Gaza
May 18, 2020 by J-Wire Newsdesk
Unique cooperation this week between Israeli and Palestinian doctors, as well as authorities from both sides, has saved the life of two-year-old Lama Abu Dalal from Gaza. Read more
On Zoom/Facebook: Yom Yerushalayim community celebrations
May 18, 2020 by Community Editor
On Thursday, May 21st, 2020, the Zionist Council of NSW and partners will be hosting the annual Yom Yerushalayim Community Celebrations. Read more
May-28 6:45 pm Zoom: Tikkun Leyl Shavuot
May 18, 2020 by J-Wire
Join with Rabbis and Cantors from across the UPJ region for an evening of study and celebration of community. Read more
On Google Meet: Temple Beth Israel – The Spirit of Technology
May 18, 2020 by Community newsdesk
The Spirituality of Technology – 20 May, 12pm
Some Shavu’ot thoughts
May 18, 2020 by Rabbi Raymond Apple
Rabbi Raymond Apple writes about Shavu’ot. Read more
New president for World Union for Progressive Judaism
May 18, 2020 by J-Wire Newsdesk
The World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ) has unanimously approved the selection of Rabbi Sergio Bergman from Argentina as the next president of WUPJ. Read more
On the other hand
May 18, 2020 by Michael Kuttner
Mazal Tov, we finally have a new Government sworn into office. Read more
On Zoom: Dr Norman Swan
May 18, 2020 by Community newsdesk
Hadassah Australia is honoured to present Dr Norman Swan and a panel of distinguished experts in medical research and vaccine developments to discuss challenging questions surrounding Covid-19 and what it means for Australia’s research future. Read more
Feintooner
May 18, 2020 by Feintooner
This week’s cartoon: Two’s company, Three’s a crowd Read more
Chinese ambassador to Israel found dead in Herzliya home
(Israel Hayom via JNS) Chinese Ambassador to Israel Du Wei was found dead in his Herzliya home on Sunday morning, Israel’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed. Read more
Jordan’s King Abdullah tries to torpedo Trump peace plan
May 18, 2020 by David Singer
King Abdullah of Jordan has attempted to torpedo President Trump’s peace plan by falsely suggesting it could lead to a one-state solution – not the two-state solution Trump clearly envisages. Read more
After delay, Israel’s 35th government sworn in
May 18, 2020 by Aryeh Savir - TPS
Israel’s 35th government, headed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was sworn in on Sunday, as 18 months of political turmoil seemingly came to an end and after last-minute complications delayed the ceremony that was slated for Thursday night. Read more
