Articles from the May 9, 2014 edition
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The quest to find America's top mohels
NEW YORK (JTA) — Who knew? It turns out that mohels not only have one of the most peculiar professions in the Jewish world, but they’re funny, eccentric and self-promotional in odd ways, too. Circumcision activists pro and con can debate the...
At Wrigley Field, Orthodox vendors going the way of Cubs wins
(JTA)-Longtime fans of the Chicago Cubs know there are a few mainstays they can expect when they visit Wrigley Field: ivy on the outfield walls, a strict no-wave policy rigorously enforced by fans...
Weekly roundup of world briefs from JTA
Israeli prime minister, president to have private plane JERUSALEM (JTA)—Israel’s Cabinet approved a plan to purchase a private plane for the country’s prime minister and president. At its weekly meeting Sunday, the Cabinet backed the recommenda...
Teen Heroes: For Daniel Rosenthal, magic-induced laughter is the best cure
By Suzanne Kurtz Sloan WASHINGTON (JTA)-When he was 3 years old, Daniel Rosenthal's Uncle Joe taught him how to make a quarter disappear and reappear from behind his ear. Eager to learn more, he begge...
Starbucks in talks to buy stake in Israel's SodaStream
(JNS.org) American global coffee giant Starbucks is reportedly in talks with the Israel-based SodaStream beverage-carbonation company to buy a 10-percent stake in the company, Globes reported. Sources indicate that both sides are close to announcing...
