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HISTORY
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Hope in Auschwitz
Even here, we must not allow ourselves to be paralyzed by horror and succumb to resignation. It is our duty to counteract evil wherever we find it…
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ECONOMY
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Decline and Way Out
Concentrating on the traditional business of financing corporations which operate internationally will lead German banks out of their current crisis…
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RELIGION
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Rain for You in Season
The source of all life: The ancient Jewish tradition of praying for rain serves as a reminder to appreciate and protect our water resources…
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ARTS and CULTURE
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Grant Peace to the World
“Sim Shalom” – with his new composition just released young Berlin based Israeli composer Gilad Hochman revives the tradition of synagogue music
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Israel
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Generation Bibi
“We know what we are getting. He might not be perfect – but who is?” Young Israelis trust their Prime Minister Netanyahu – despite his shortcomings….
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ECONOMY
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Garage Gold
Vintage cars are a much sought-after secure investment. Here’s what it takes to make the right choices – in addition to a top-notch car mechanic…
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ARTS and CULTURE
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Unfinished Business
The find of the Gurlitt art trove five years ago was a sensation. Now, a “Status Report” in the form of an exhibition leaves key questions unanswered…
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ECONOMY
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€ & $ – Close Friends?
The EU is a heavyweight – but it must join forces and step up the cohesion of its economic area to compete with the US, argues Klaus D. Oehler….
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ARTS and CULTURE
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As Time Flows By
A new travelling exhibition explores the many facets of the shared past and present of German-Polish-Jewish life along the banks of the river Oder…
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MIDDLE EAST
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Peace Broker
Arne Lietz, member of European Parliament, explains why contributing to the peace process in the ME is a core foreign policy issue for the EU…
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POLITICS
Germany’s Responsibility
In an exclusive interview with JVG, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas confirms Germany’s responsibility for Israel’s security. Maas defends the nuclear deal with Iran. Despite its deficiencies, the agreement enhances Israel’s security. Should Tehran follow the example of the US and withdraw from the deal, Iran could resume its uranium enrichment program. This could lead to war… -
HISTORY
The 1973 Yom-Kippur-War
45 years ago, Israel stood on the edge of the abyss. On Yom Kippur at 2 p.m., the armies of Syria and Egypt attacked Zion simultaneously. In Israel, warnings of an impending offense had been taken too lightly. On the other side, Egypt’s President Sadat understood the war philosophically and strategically. He triumphed – while Israel, despite its military success, suffered a political defeat… -
POLITICS
Dare to Disagree!
“I have immense respect for everyone in this country who is taking to the streets in opposition to hate and incitement,” says CDU General Secretary Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer in her exclusive essay for JVG. “Democracy cannot survive without committed democrats.” But, she argues, “I believe the greatest share of the duty and responsibility lies with our political leadership”… -
ECONOMY
Britain must stay in Europe
“This is a nightmare. We should not have listened to these charlatans…” Hard Brexit, Chequers Deal, No Deal – what does all this mean for the people of the United Kingdom? Travelling Britain, you get a clear picture of the fears of the consequences of leaving the EU, the disillusionment with Brexit and the strong wish to Remain. Especially in Northern Ireland. A personal appeal… -
ARTS&CULTURE
The New Woman
An exhibition at Frankfurt’s Städel Museum will bring Lotte Laserstein, one of the greatest German painters of the 20th century, back into collective consciousness. Her oeuvre comprises brilliant portraits, often of women, and motifs that speak of the enthusiasm of the time for technology and sports, painted with sobriety and psychological depth. In 1937, the artist went into exile…
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