Jordan reaches 100 as its ruling Hashemite dynasty implodes

Jordan continues to be the stumbling block to ending the 100 years old conflict between Jews and Arabs as it celebrates its founding 100 years ago on 11 April 1921 – whilst simultaneously 100 years of unbroken rule by the Hashemite dynasty has been publicly imploding. Read more

A giant in his generation: a tribute to Isi Leibler from his biographer Suzanne Rutland

The passing of Isi Leibler, a giant in his generation, leaves a significant gap in the Jewish world. Read more

First and only Memorial Day ceremony held in Arab-Israeli society

The first and only Yom HaZikaron, Memorial Day, ceremony held by the Israeli-Arab society took place in Arara in northern Israel yesterday. Read more

Israeli strategic observers: ‘It appears as if a lot of Iranian work in Natanz went down the drain’

Threats by Iran to retaliate against what it said was an Israeli sabotage attack on its Natanz nuclear site on April 11 and the reported attack on an Iranian command ship in the Red Sea on April 6 should be taken seriously, observers in Israel say, but they also indicate the distress that the Iranian regime is feeling as it absorbs one blow after another. Read more

The sound that commands us to remember

The sirens blaring as the State of Israel marks Yom Hazikaron—Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism—command us that we distinguish this day from all others. Read more

Israel uncovers Iranian intelligence attempts to kidnap Israelis with social media baits

The Shin Bet (Israeli Security Agency) and the Mossad have uncovered an operation through which Iranian intelligence operatives attempted to lure Israelis to travel to various countries abroad to harm or abduct them. Read more

A tribute to the bereaved parents of unsung fallen Israelis

As Israel entered the 24-hour period that marks Yom Hazikaron—Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism—the country turns its attention to individual stories of heroism and bereavement. Read more

Isi Leibler: 1934-2021. A giant amongst us is no more

The subject of a newly-released book “Lone Voice: The Wars of Isi Leibler” has passed away in Jerusalem at the age of 86. Read more

Iran Threatens Israel Following Explosion at Natanz Nuclear Plant

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif blamed Israel today for the sabotage of the Natanz nuclear facility, which he called “nuclear terrorism” and said that Iran reserves the right to respond. Read more

George Grojnowksi 1927-2021

Sydney Jewish Museum guide and Holocaust survivor George Grojnowski has passed away in Sydney at the age of 94. Read more

The new plan to oust Netanyahu and its implications for Israel

In a discussion with associates on Tuesday, Yamina chairman Naftali Bennett spoke candidly about his political plans, which, according to media reports, he is closely coordinating with New Hope party leader Gideon Sa’ar. Read more

Plans to list the Goulburn Jewish Cemetery on the State Heritage Register

The Heritage Council of NSW called on submissions to consider listing the Goulburn Jewish Cemetery on the State Heritage Register. Read more

Activating the brain’s immune system against the deadly cancer Glioblastoma prevents it from spreading

Groundbreaking research from Tel Aviv University may lead to a significant breakthrough in the battle against deadly brain cancer. Read more

Police prepare meals at Our Big Kitchen: a photo story

Eastern Suburbs Police have helped prepared food for disadvantaged communities across Sydney at Bondi’s Our Big Kitchen. Read more

PA builds illegal school on Israeli territory, funded by EU

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has illegally built a new school in the site of the historic Hamam al Maliakh hot springs, located in the heart of the Jordan Valley’s Bazak Nature Reserve, the Regavim movement reports. Read more

Israeli researchers develop radioactive marker to detect tumours and replace biopsy

More than 200,000 cancer patients and persons in remission live in Israel. Each year, nearly 28,000 new patients are diagnosed, approximately 400 of whom are children. Read more

Why is immigrating to Israel known as Aliyah?

Ask the rabbi… Read more

Israel tells ICC it has no authority to probe war crimes in Judea and Samaria

Israel has announced that the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague has no authority to launch a war crimes investigation against the Jewish state. Read more

Feintooner

This week’s cartoon:   Compliance for me but not for thee. Read more

America has made a serious mistake on UNRWA

The Biden administration’s regressive decision to include $150 million for the U.N. Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) as part of its restoration of more than $200 million of financial aid to the Palestinians symbolizes its deeper refusal to recognize the gargantuan obstacle this agency has placed in the way of resolving their ongoing conflict with Israel. Read more

Yom HaShoah in Perth

At Perth’s Yom Hashoah commemoration last week, a symbol of the Jewish people’s regeneration as young Jewish West Australian Aaron Levine, sang the Partisans’ Song in Yiddish to the 350 strong audience. Read more

On the other hand

Spring is in the air, life is roaring back to some sort of normality after lockdowns and the skies are once again throbbing with the sound of planes coming and going to and from an opened airport. Read more

John Howard inspires at UIA WA Campaign launch event

Over 600 supporters came together for the UIA WA Campaign Launch Event recently at Optus Stadium in Perth, where they heard keynote speaker former Prime Minister John Howard. Read more

Apr-25 8:30pm SBS-World Movies: The Counterfeiters

Salomon ‘Sally’ Sorowitsch is an expert Jewish counterfeiter, enjoying the good life until he’s sent to a Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp. Read more

Lacrimosa Dies Illa: a movie about Babi Yar

The Holocaust Centre of New Zealand is to present a film on the Babi Yar massacre. Read more

Israel to reject jurisdiction of ICC, allegations of war crimes

Israel plans to formally reject the International Criminal Court probe into alleged war crimes perpetrated by the Israel Defense Forces against Hamas in Gaza as part of “Operation Protective Edge” in the summer of 2014, based on the fact it lacks authority over Israel, said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday. Read more

Prince Philip: Community tributes

Leaders of the  Australian and New Zealand Jewish communities have paid tribute to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh who passed away on Friday at the age of 99. Read more

Malka Leifer in court by video

Malka Leifer’s brother watched the Committal Mention at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court this morning from Israel conducted via video link. Read more

Afterpay’s Nick Molnar in conversation at the Moriah Foundation Circle Cocktail party

The Moriah Foundation Circle has hosted Afterpay’s Nick Molnar in conversation with Danny Sekers at The Moriah Foundation Circle Cocktail Party. Read more

Participants from more than 70 countries join March of the Living’s virtual commemorations

Participants from across the world joined leaders, dignitaries and Holocaust survivors in March of the Living’s virtual events marking Holocaust Remembrance Day across the Jewish world. This year’s March of the Living paid special tribute to the medical professionals who risked their lives during the Holocaust. Read more

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