Music
Regina Spektor responds to pro-Palestinian protester at concert: ‘You’re just yelling at a Jew’
The confrontation came 10 songs into Spektor’s performance at Revolution Hall in Portland, Oregon, when a protester began shouting “Free f—ing Palestine” from the crowd.
Tom Lehrer, satirist who sang about ‘Hanukkah in Santa Monica,’ dies at 97
Irish musician Bob Geldof to Israel: Just stop, for all of our sakes
Jerusalem highlights: July 25-31
Israeli DJ Skazi Swissa's Tomorrowland show cut due to 'security concerns'
Israeli DJ Skazi Asher Swissa's show in Tomorrowland was cancelled for apparent "security concerns," he confirmed in a social media post.
Kneecap banned from Hungary ahead of festival over antisemitic, pro-Hamas sentiment
Government spokesperson Zoltan Kovacs said authorities banned the band for three years, claiming that their entry would "seriously threaten national security."
A legacy beyond the stage: Ozzy Osbourne’s profound connection to Israel
His life story, marked by personal struggle and unparalleled artistic triumph, is also one of surprising connections and an unwavering stance against hatred.
Residents say dinner was ruined by moans: Allington battles swinger festival
"There are no keys in bowls and nothing dirty about it," organiser Matthew Cole says, defending the three day consent-focused party after Allington residents complain of "deafening moans".
Keshet Eilon opens its summer course in Spain, undeterred by war
For the second consecutive summer, due to the ongoing security crisis in Israel’s North, Keshet Eilon’s international course for young string players is being held abroad.
Was Ozzy Osbourne Jewish, or ‘half a heeb’?
The metal legend died aged 76 on Tuesday. His wife, Sharon, was the daughter of Ashkenai Jew Don Arden, and put Judaism "at the center of their household."
Heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning,” the family said on Tuesday night.
Alan Bergman, Oscar-winning lyricist and ‘father figure’ to Barbra Streisand, dies at 99
“Alan Bergman was not only a prolific lyricist, and incredible husband, father and grandfather, he was family to me — a father figure,” said Streisand.
The ‘Lo Bashamayim’ Festival: Not in heaven but in the Galilee
The festival is part of the rehabilitation of the Galilee, according to its artistic director.
From Lockdown to Light: Sabina’s New EP Shines Bright
The singer-songwriter embraces Hebrew for the first time in a six-track release shaped by love, family, and life after the pandemic.
Spotify threatens to pull out of Turkey over rows on playlists targeting Erdogan's spending
Turkey’s deputy culture and tourism minister, Batuhan Mumcu, accused Spotify of sharing “content that targets our religious and national values and insults the beliefs of our society.”