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Shabbat times for the week

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June 2, 2023 10:28

Two lit shabbat candles in silver candlesticks

Sidrah

Parashah of the week: Naso

“But to the Kohathites he did not give any; since theirs was the service of the [most] sacred objects, they carried it by shoulder” Numbers 7:9

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June 2, 2023 10:19

A torah (Hebrew scripture) reading. The "yod" - a hand-shaped silver pointer - is used by the reader to mark his or her place in the text.

Roger Waters

'They’re trying to cancel me like they cancelled Jeremy Corbyn', says Roger Waters

The Pink Floyd singer launched the UK leg of his tour in Birmingham

1 min read

June 1, 2023 18:11

'They’re trying to cancel me like they cancelled Jeremy Corbyn', says Roger Waters

Islamic Centre of England

Charity commission accused of 'harassing' Muslim charities after ICE investigation

The government watchdog has been investigating the Islamic Centre of England for months

2 min read

June 1, 2023 17:46

The Islamic Centre of England in Maida Vale (Marc Morris)

Israel’s history of innovation offers many lessons for the UK

Whether it is despite or because of the government’s involvement, there is no doubting the success of the Start-Up Nation

4 min read

June 1, 2023 17:05

Beautiful unicorn on a rock in a space scenery - 3D illustration

Books

The exodus of the German 'creative thinkers' as Hitler seized control of Germany

Study of the creative exodus from the Nazis in 1933 is a timeless reminder of what is lost when a regime denies its own writers their voice

2 min read

June 1, 2023 16:58

The exodus of the German 'creative thinkers' as Hitler seized control of Germany

Judaism

The words that define us as a people

In an extract from his new book, Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson shows how language shapes our thinking

4 min read

June 1, 2023 16:38

A band plays in MetLife Stadium on January 1, 2020, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, as people gather to mark the Siyum HaShas, an event that celebrates the completion of the reading of the Babylonian Talmud. (Photo by Kena Betancur / AFP) (Photo by KENA BETANCUR/AFP via Getty Images)

Dance

'My Jewish parents weren't happy when I wanted to be a dancer instead of a psychologist'

Yoram Karmi’s piece about gender equality in Israel is the perfect way to celebrate the country’s 75th birthday

3 min read

June 1, 2023 16:31

'My Jewish parents weren't happy when I wanted to be a dancer instead of a psychologist'

Books

'My mum was rounded up by Hitler's henchmen whilst games were being played in local parks'

Tory peer Daniel Finkelstein tells of the harrowing stories of camps and gulags in his book

7 min read

June 1, 2023 16:18

Tanya Gold speaks with journalist and politician Danny Finkelstein. Byline John Nguyen/JNVisuals 11/05/2023

Books

The Jewish family broigus that makes Succession look tame

A new book uncovers the feuding within the Redstones, the family behind one of America’s biggest media empires. We meet its author

3 min read

June 1, 2023 15:48

The Jewish family broigus that makes Succession look tame

Jerusalem

How has a £40 million investment transformed Jerusalem’s Tower of David?

The iconic attraction in Israel's capital has many big historical secrets

6 min read

June 1, 2023 15:33

How has a £40 million investment transformed Jerusalem’s Tower of David?

Comment

'I was at shul but the problem was the rabbi wasn’t'

Entry requirements for parents with children at a Jewish primary are four synagogue visits. So I dust off my yarmulke and set my alarm for Saturday morning

3 min read

June 1, 2023 15:08

Blue alarm clock on white background. Time and deadline concept

Is it time for a ‘Jews only’ night at the theatre?

Performances just for black people have sparked controversy, but what do we Jews think?

3 min read

June 1, 2023 14:46

Is it time for a ‘Jews only’ night at the theatre?

Progressive Judaism

New Rabbinical recruits at top college span science and art

Biologist and professional musician among eclectic intake for the next training programme at Leo Baeck College

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June 1, 2023 14:42

New Rabbinical recruits at top college span science and art

Comment

Jewish matchmaking means socialising face to face and not using social media

Human beings are social animals and thrive on an affinity to a group - that's why organisations such as the JLE play a vital role

2 min read

June 1, 2023 14:37

Jewish matchmaking means socialising face to face and not using social media

Let’s all celebrate the mensch that is Alf Dubs

The Labour peer has done so much for so many, and is still going strong as he turns 90

3 min read

June 1, 2023 13:24

Let’s all celebrate the mensch that is Alf Dubs

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