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The Internet Project That Could Change Jewish Learning Forever

Posted on July 26, 2013 by TheJewishChannel

Reactions to the news of renewed Israeli-Palestinian peace talks; Israeli quilt artist Maya Haimovich comes to America; one-man show “Buyer and Cellar,” starring Michael Urie, takes the audience inside Barbra Streisand’s home; and co-creator of Sefaria.org, Joshua Foer, talks about … Continue reading →

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The Protest Against Brooklyn DA’s Office for Sam Kellner

Posted on July 18, 2013 by TheJewishChannel

Protest supporting Sam Kellner, anti-sex abuse advocate in the ultra-Orthodox community; Israel attacks Syrian arms site; a new documentary by director Arik Bernstein tells Israeli history through home movies; the 26-year-old, award-winning author of The People of Forever Are Not … Continue reading →

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There’s a New President of Iran: What are His Nuclear Ambitions?

Posted on June 21, 2013 by TheJewishChannel

New Iranian president; Jewish comedian Bruce Vilanch takes the stage; Texas-style barbecue goes kosher with the Hakadosh BBQ food truck; Yiddish is revived through performance and a new documentary, “Yiddish: A Tale of Survival.”

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How the Lack of Ultra-Orthodox Representation in Israel’s New Government Is Changing Things in the Jewish State

Posted on June 13, 2013 by TheJewishChannel

New Israeli law gives women a voice in choosing rabbinic court judges; more protest over drafting the ultra-Orthodox into the IDF; a new documentary spotlights the Jews of Nigeria; autistic children get to shine onstage, and more!

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A Legendary Jewish U.S. Senator Dies at 89

Posted on June 7, 2013 by TheJewishChannel
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