Category: Entertainment

Isaiah had a good idea. The biblical book has the prophet suggesting that swords should be reassigned as plowshares and “spears [turned] into pruning hooks,” adding the hope that “nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore.” That is a life-affirming concept that has been wholeheartedly embraced by […]

The Hamas attacks that claimed over 1,400 Jewish lives on Oct. 7 set off an intense period of global Jewish mourning. As Israel assembled troops for a possible ground invasion of Gaza, and missiles flew back and forth across the border, many Jews around the world struggled to contain their anxiety and sadness. For […]

(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 […]