Israel’s relentless campaign of destruction has cast a shadow over the once vibrant atmosphere of the holy month, leaving behind only bittersweet memories. Despite our hopes for a reprieve before the arrival of Eid al-Fitr, it appears that the cruel onslaught by Israeli forces shows no signs of abating, continuing to mar our most sacred […]
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The Bittersweet Truth About the Fruit We Love to Eat
September 8th, 2022 Awake Goy
Fruits and vegetables go together like “two peas in a pod”—but are they really as similar as we’ve been told? In general, the nutrients from fruits can be quite different from those of vegetables. Their respective effects on our health can also be very different, especially when considering the varying content of fructose sugar in […]
Finland’s bittersweet boost as UNESCO recognises its sauna culture
December 24th, 2020 Awake Goy
Finland must feel like it has won the lottery with a record-low jackpot. The country received a huge boost last week when UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) officially recognised the importance of its sauna culture. Yet it was a bittersweet moment for the Nordic country – the majority of its public saunas […]