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Tug McGraw succumbed to brain cancer today. He pitched for the Miracle Mets’ team that won the 1969 World Series. In 1973, McGraw helped the Mets climb from last place to first in the National League’s Eastern Division, then reach the World Series and come within one game of winning the championship. It was in…

Prepared by “The Israel Project“ 160 – The number of countries with which Israel has established diplomatic ties. That includes Muslim countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Mauritania and Qatar. 17 — The number of women who serve in Israel’s Knesset (Parliament). 10 — The number of Arabs who serve as serve as representatives in Israel’s…

Begin with Keeping up with the Steins. Made for rabbis to teach about Bar Mitzvah (Adding GOd to the Guest list won’t get read), but a movie about Yibum? really? http://www.thejewishweek.com/viewArticle/c344_a14638/The_Arts/Film.html# obscure jewish ritual etrog in ushpizin other oddities of jewish life? most mezuzah kissing scenes in a CBS movie on network tv, not jewish…

From the Scotsman Rabbi Rules on Sticky Problem Your chewing gum has just lost its flavour, but there is no rubbish bin in sight. What do you do? According to Jewish law, get ready to swallow it. A prominent Israeli rabbi has ruled that spitting gum on a pavement or hiding it under a desk…

I hope everyone’s Hanukkah is bright and joyous. May this holiday season be a source of health, happiness, love, & prosperity to all of us! Much Love, Jason (c) Rabbi Jason Miller | http://blog.rabbijason.com | Twitter: @RabbiJason | facebook.com/rabbijasonmiller

From the Baltimore Jewish NewsNeil Rubin Editor * www.interfaithfamily.com Go to the “Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur” section on the home page for articles such as “Tips to Engage Your Family in the New Jewish Year,” “Interfaith Families and the High Holidays: Tips on Preventing Marital Tension” and “Understanding the High Holy Days: A Primer…