Monthly Archives: October 2008

Man Shoots Himself After GF Denies Sex

I know how he feels. I’ve felt pretty close to the edge myself in such circumstances. Thank God, I have a higher power to tide me over when I’m desperate to sin. In the final analysis, it’s just not worth … Continue reading

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Check Cell Phones On Rosh Hashanah

I saw one guy at an Orthodox service on Rosh Hashanah who refused to wear a kipah. He told me he "didn’t feel the need." I want to shove him out the door. I wanted to be the one kicking … Continue reading

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The Rise Of The Pre-Fab Sukkah

From the New York Times: WITH the onset of Sukkot, an increasingly popular Jewish harvest holiday that has lately emerged from the high, holy shadows of its immediate precursors, Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, those new to celebrating it will … Continue reading

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Living In Israel Weakens Faith?

Neta Sela writes: Russia’s Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar has harsh words for Israeli society, particularly the ultra-Orthodox community, in regards to its treatment of Russian Jews who immigrated to Israel. In an interview to the European rabbinical publication ‘Hanaaseh Vehanishma’ … Continue reading

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Battle In Seattle

Mary Aloe produces this movie. I interviewed her in 2002. From the New York Times: Ed Araquel/Redwood Palms Pictures Charlize Theron in "Battle in Seattle." “Battle in Seattle” is a film that leaves bruises. A visceral fictionalized account of the … Continue reading

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