On the other hand
December 1, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Right on cue, after we started praying for rain, the heavens opened up, and the precipitation commenced. Read more
Hail, hail, the gangs are here
November 29, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
In the not so distant past whenever it was opportune to ambush, vilify and attack Jews the authorities would organize various gangs to implement their plans. Read more
On the other hand
November 24, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Helping humanity to conquer diseases remains a priority for Israeli researchers. Read more
Resist or roll over
November 22, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
This is the dilemma faced by Jews since time immemorial when faced by threats whether physical or verbal. Read more
On the other hand
November 19, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
One of the unique features of living in Israel is the overwhelming number of “chesed” organizations which exist to provide assistance in a multitude of areas. Read more
Venom unleashed
November 15, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
A vitriolic tsunami has been unleashed following the stunning election results in the USA which well and truly trumped all progressive woke commentators, Hollywood stars and their acolytes. Read more
On the other hand
November 10, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
It is easy to fall into the mistaken belief that nobody loves us given the steady stream of negative international media reporting against Israel. Read more
Blame games
November 8, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
It can be claimed with nearly 100% certainty that no People/Nation has been blamed more often for more baseless reasons than the Jews. Read more
On the other hand
November 3, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
The Hebrew month of Tishrei has concluded and that means students are back full time at schools and universities. Read more
Dilemmas
November 1, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
We are faced with a situation in which difficult choices have to be made. Read more
On the other hand
October 13, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
This year’s celebrations of Sukkot will be rather surreal in Israel. Read more
Days of judgment
October 11, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
One of the prayers recited during Rosh Hashanah services deals with what may lie ahead in the year to come. Read more
On the other hand
September 29, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
This forthcoming Rosh Hashanah in Israel will be surreal. Read more
Eyes wide open
September 27, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
We are living in volatile and uncertain times. Read more
On the other hand
September 22, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Two experiences this week once again provided what we usually call “only in Israel” moments. Read more
Wretched
September 20, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Early this past Sunday morning, I was looking at the news headlines and reading the latest wretched pontifications from Blinken and Lammy. Read more
On the other hand
September 15, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
We are now in the Hebrew month of Elul. Read more
Low Expectations
September 13, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
It pays not to have any great expectations where solidarity, support and sympathy for Israel are called for. Read more
On the other hand
September 8, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
1 September was supposed to be the start of the new Israeli school year. Read more
Irreconcilable and Incompatible
September 6, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Israel is currently faced with several challenges, domestic and foreign, which seem at first glance to be insurmountable. Read more
On the the other hand
September 1, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
We woke up at 5 a.m. last Sunday to the loud sound of planes and instinctively realized that something major was underway. Read more
Chicago and other charades
August 30, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
As a non-American, I am always astounded when every four years millions of dollars are spent in hosting Hollywood style political extravaganzas. Read more
On the other hand
August 25, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Tu B’Av, the Jewish festival of love has just been celebrated. Read more
Hate Waves
August 23, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Climatologists insist that the world is probably experiencing an increase in temperatures with frequent bouts of heat waves. Read more
On the other hand
August 20, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Israel’s Olympians made the country proud. Read more
Cloud Cuckoo Land
August 16, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
This past week has provided further proof of how many are afflicted with absurd fantasies and an unrealistic state of mind. Read more
On the other hand
August 11, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Watergen is an innovative Israeli company that has developed a machine that produces clean drinking water from the air. Read more
Eulogies
August 9, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
The accepted protocol when speaking at a funeral is to praise the deceased’s achievements and overlook any negative traits. Read more
On the other hand
August 4, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
With Israel’s summer in full heat mode, one certain food item is the “hot” favourite to keep cool. Read more
Olympic Shames
August 2, 2024 by Michael Kuttner
Olympiads and Jews do not have a gold medal relationship. Read more