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There is no shame in talking about domestic abuse

The chair of the new Young Jewish Women’s Aid committee explains why her generation needs to support the charity

2 min read

June 11, 2025 13:55

There is no shame in talking about domestic abuse

Musical Theatre

Fiddler on the Roof review: ‘As joyous as it is necessary’ ★★★★★

This Fiddler is both lyrical gold and the best antidote to the myths driving today’s tsunami of Jew-hate

2 min read

June 11, 2025 09:48

Shtetl life: the cast of Fiddler on the Roof on stage at the Barbican (Photo: Marc Brenner)

Iran

Who is Bradley Sherman, the Jewish husband of an Iranian princess?

The American businessman is the first ever Jew to become a member of the Iranian royal family

2 min read

June 11, 2025 16:11

Bradley Sherman and Iman Pahlavi wed in Paris on 9 June 2025, making Sherman the first Jewish person to become a part of the Iranian royal family. (Photo: Pahlavi Comms)

A Jew in Malta muses on Dr Faustus, falcons and Warren the rabbit

What happened when a schoolgirl actress had to kiss a classmate in front of the Lower Fourth?

4 min read

June 12, 2025 08:18

The Maltese Falcon - a classic, but can you follow the plot?

World Zionist Organisation

Strictly Orthodox slate disqualified from WZO election over voter fraud claims

Eretz Hakodesh was barred from the contest after an investigation discovered breaches of registration rules

4 min read

June 10, 2025 16:08

An extraordinary meeting of the World Zionist Congress in 2023 to celebrate Israel's 78th anniversary

Israel Briefing

JC Israel Briefing Day 615: Will Israel pull the trigger on Iran?

Plus, Netanyahu evades coalition collapse

2 min read

June 12, 2025 08:26

Israel is reportedly readying a solo military strike against Iran (Image: Getty)

Charedi schools

Charedi school temporarily closes over funding black hole after Budget VAT raid

‘These are not easy days’: School forced to shut for three days as Budget measures finances to the brink

2 min read

June 12, 2025 09:49

Shiras Devorah High School warned parents that the school is facing "an extremely serious financial situation" and urgent action is needed to ensure it can continue to operate. (Photo: Google Street View)

Travel

Move over Napa – it’s all about Santa Barbara

The ‘American Riviera’, with its stunning vistas and delectable local wines, might just be the country’s best spot for viticulture

5 min read

June 12, 2025 09:54

Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara. (Photo: Mar Monte Hotel)

BBC

David Walliams performs Nazi salute twice during BBC Christmas special recording

The comedian’s gesture shocked audience members and has been labelled ‘unacceptable’ by the broadcaster

2 min read

June 12, 2025 11:05

David Walliams performed the Nazi salute twice during the recording for the Would I Lie to You? Christmas special (Getty Images)

Aliyah

‘After October 7, I feel that it’s my purpose to live in Israel’

On Sunday, one of the largest ever aliyah expos was held in London. The JC went along

6 min read

June 11, 2025 13:45

Maxine Elias at the Aliyah Day (Photo: Gaby Wine)

Recipe of the day

Mexican chicken with rainbow slaw and grilled lime chilli corn

A fiesta of flavour, this sunny-coloured dish is a summer time delight

July 1, 2024 10:14

Cook time: 45 minutes

The missing front: How Netanyahu is bungling the war for legitimacy

Much of the Western media is deeply biased and some flirts openly with antisemitism. But that does not absolve Israel of responsibility

3 min read

June 12, 2025 14:30

Benjamin Netanyahu arrives in court to testify in his corruption trial (Image: Flash90)

chicken recipe

Grilled chicken salad with cherry balsamic vinaigrette

Fresh, fruity and perfect for summer Shabbat meals

July 24, 2024 08:13

Cook time: 10-15 minutes

Vegan salad

Cherry and jalapeño salad with Israeli couscous

Spicy za’atar dressing and zingy jalapenos give this fruity salad punchy flavour

July 24, 2024 15:31

Cook time: 10 minutes

vegetarian

Crushed new potato and asparagus salad

A fresh, crunchy and colourful mix of seasonal favourites

May 16, 2024 14:27

Cook time: 45 minutes

Film

The Ballad of Wallis Island review: ‘hits the sweet spot’ ★★★★★

This gently strummed folk take will make your heart sing

1 min read

June 12, 2025 15:49

Sweet melodies: Tim Key (left) and Tom Basden

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