Film version of ‘Soul Doctor’ to hit US theaters for one night

(JTA) — A filmed version of “Soul Doctor,” the 2013 Broadway musical about the life of the influential and controversial rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, will play in 600 movie theaters nationwide for one night only, on Tuesday. The performance was filmed at the Israel Festival in Jerusalem in 2018, as part of celebrations marking the 70th […]

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What happen in the unsolved phantom flight story?

In 1999, a plane followed a strange route in the United States skies. It took off from Florida and climbed to the intended altitude, but instead of flying towards Dallas, where it was supposed to go, it started flying straight over the US towards Canada. The crew couldn’t be contacted and military aircraft were scrambled […]

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Remote workers traveling longer, earning more due to shifting economy

Fiverr International has released its second “Anywhere Worker Study,” providing valuable insights into the evolving trends of individuals who work remotely from multiple locations. The study, based on data from 2,000 Anywhere Workers worldwide, reveals a notable increase in their travel duration and frequency. As the global workforce undergoes a transformation, remote work continues to […]

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20 years ago, Marvel introduced a Jewish Black Panther

(JTA) — Like some Jewish baseball fans, many dedicated Jewish comic book readers keep a running roster of Jewish heroes that have appeared in the “major leagues” of the comic world: Marvel, DC and some independent publishers’ titles. Many know the handful of often-discussed Jewish characters: The Thing, whose adult bar mitzvah and Jewish wedding […]

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Just one small change can give your home a whole new atmosphere

Adding a line or lines on furniture items, doors and sometimes even on the wall can completely change the ambiance of a space, even if it’s a minimalist change. The lines can be vertical, balanced, engraved, form a square or rectangle and suit various design styles: rural, modern, Nordic, Bohemian, classic, industrial, etc. Maya Donerstein, […]

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Israel among the most popular location-inspired name in US

It turns out that there are many Americans who choose to name their children after tourist destinations. This is according to a new study conducted by the travel and tourism company Bounce. As of 2023, the most popular “touristy” names for babies in the United States are Hudson and Sydney. The researchers examined the data […]

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What’s it like to fly an F-35 fighter jet? Test pilot answers questions

How does it feel to fly the F-35, the fifth-generation combat and intelligence collection platform which is currently the best aircraft on the planet and the tip of the spear for both the US and Israeli air forces? Tony “Brick” Wilson is an F-35 test pilot for Lockheed Martin, which produces the F-35. Previously, he […]

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Bumble research reveals what Gen Z looks for in romance

Bumble, the popular dating app, has unveiled the latest dating trends embraced by Generation Z, shedding light on how the younger generation is reshaping the dating scene in 2023. From making the first move to exuding “Main Character Energy,” Gen Z is challenging traditional dating norms and paving the way for a new era of […]

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The role of religion on the road to peace

Spiritual leaders of all faiths can be an influential force for harmony, mutual understanding, respect and peace, but they can also be the inciters of intolerance, hatred and conflict. This is the understanding that emerged yesterday as spiritual leaders and other representatives and lay leaders of different faiths gathered at Jerusalem’s David Citadel Hotel to […]

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Guns N’ Roses ‘knocks on Tel Aviv’s door’ – concert review

World-famous  American hard rock legends Guns N’ Roses made the second stop on their world tour Monday night, performing for three electrifying hours for a capacity audience at Park Hayarkon in Tel Aviv, after a similar show last week in Abu Dhabi. The enthusiastic crowd  was on the older side, with the mast majority of […]

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