Category: Entertainment

(JTA) — As the NBA’s only Israeli player, Deni Avdija has had a lot on his mind as his home country navigates a war with Hamas. But as the new NBA season tips off on Tuesday, the 22-year-old is poised for his most impressive year yet on the court. On Monday, Avdija and the […]

The Israeli artistic community banded together over the weekend in a firm response letter denouncing a public condemnation of Israel led by major American and international art magazines on October 19. Key leading art and culture publications, among which are Artforum, e-flux, The Art Newspaper, and Hyperallergic, published in tandem last Thursday an open […]

(JTA) — Writers Guild of America West, a branch of the screenwriters union that is fresh off of a months-long strike, has come under fire from many of its members over its refusal to issue a statement about the Israel-Hamas war. After complaints about the lack of reaction, WGA West President Meredith Stiehm wrote […]

(JTA) — A strikingly long list of celebrities launched a campaign called #NoHostageLeftBehind on Monday, aimed at pressuring President Joe Biden to continue to work to secure the release of the more than 200 hostages taken captive by Hamas on October 7. Some of the dozens of stars involved include Amy Schumer, Adam Sandler, […]

Omer Adam marked his 30th birthday in the company of IDF soldiers who serenaded him in celebration. Now, it’s Yael Shelbia‘s turn to express her love and appreciation for him. Despite the unexpected turn of events due to the ongoing conflict, she spared no effort to ensure Adam’s happiness and bring a smile to […]

The conflict in the south has entered its third week, and as Israel grapples with the devastating surprise attack, artists across the country are responding through their art. Notably, singer Atara Oryha has released a poignant song dedicated to the memory of the brave police officers and border guard soldiers who laid down their […]

Yael Arad, chairwoman of the Israeli Olympic Committee, who was in India for her upcoming inauguration as a member of the International Olympic Committee, felt compelled to address FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the International Olympic Committee’s convention. Arad: ‘Put yourself in our shoes’ Arad expressed her disappointment with FIFA‘s insufficient condemnation and lack […]

Israeli soldier Osher Beniso, who gained fame for her viral singing video with David Broza in the south, has been awarded a scholarship worth NIS 30,000 per year for three years of study at Rimon Music School, all thanks to Broza’s recommendation. During his visit to the southern region to boost the spirits of […]

Media personality Ofira Asayag criticized the globally acclaimed Israeli actress, Gal Gadot, for a now-deleted Instagram story where she condemned the loss of innocent lives on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In response, Gadot sought to address the situation and clarify that her words had been misconstrued. In her posted story, the actress […]

Israeli singer Noa Kirel finished her series of conferences together with the Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces (FIDF) throughout the USA, during which $29.5 million was donated to the IDF.  With the help of the donated money during these times, many ambulances and mobile operating rooms have been purchased that will save lives.  […]