AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoVenice Film Festival: NAZA, a new Gaza documentary by Oscar-winning Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, drew a record 25-minute standing ovation at the Lido, with the film based on testimony from 24 Israeli soldiers and intelligence personnel and Israel’s military rejecting the claims. High Holidays in NYC: A practical guide to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services and celebrations across New York City is out, with options ranging from traditional synagogue worship to music, meals, and family programming. Community & Culture: In Washington Heights, Rabbi Liron Rogovsky was installed as the fifth rabbi of K’hal Adath Jeshurun in a Hachtarah ceremony. Arts & Entertainment: TIFF is leaning harder into indie premieres to pull in younger audiences, as big studio titles take a back seat. Israel in the spotlight abroad: Hundreds protested outside Israel’s embassy in Bangkok, demanding Israeli visitors respect Thai laws and culture. Food & Heritage: A look at why Israel’s beehives are producing less honey, tied to the history of Kibbutz Yad Mordechai. Sports: Manchester United opened their Champions League league phase with a 4-0 win over newcomers Sabah.
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