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Ottawa Citizen
6 days ago
- Politics
- Ottawa Citizen
At Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, a weekly ritual of grief, hope and community
Tel Aviv — Every Saturday night, scores of Israelis (along with some tourists) stream into the courtyard of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which has become known as Hostages Square, to commune and to call for the return of people held captive in Gaza. Article content Article content As of last Saturday's rally, Hamas still held around 58 of its 251 initial hostages, some alive and some believed dead. Speakers at Hostages Square that night included former hostage Naama Levy and family members of other Hamas victims. Article content Article content 'In captivity, I saw thousands of people standing here, wrapped in flags, shouting, singing, holding pictures of the hostages — of my picture. It made me feel that I wasn't forgotten. That it wasn't over. That I would return,' Levy told the crowd, according to a translation. Article content Article content The hostages rally is actually one of two regular, well-attended Saturday night protests in Tel Aviv; the other, a kilometre away at Habima Square, is explicitly political: they want the 'corrupt government' of Benjamin Netanyahu gone. It's part of the same movement that began before October 7, protesting Netanyahu's proposals to limit judicial power, among other things. Article content As attendees flooded out of the square after last Saturday's rally, National Post editor-in-chief Rob Roberts spoke to Nili Gefen about why she comes. Article content Article content Article content I come here every Saturday, especially because at first we came because I thought it would make my government do something to bring them back. Now I come so the families don't feel so alone. Article content I don't know, after 600 days almost, I don't know if this will change what the government does, but I do hope the families don't feel so alone with their pain. Yeah, so it's important we come here, not only sometimes. September, when the six hostages were murdered, we came every night. You know, we have children, jobs and things like that, but this is a terrible, terrible reality that I hope will change soon for everybody.
Calgary Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
At Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, a weekly ritual of grief, hope and community
Tel Aviv — Every Saturday night, scores of Israelis (along with some tourists) stream into the courtyard of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which has become known as Hostages Square, to commune and to call for the return of people held captive in Gaza. Article content Article content As of last Saturday's rally, Hamas still held around 58 of its 251 initial hostages, some alive and some believed dead. Speakers at Hostages Square that night included former hostage Naama Levy and family members of other Hamas victims. Article content Article content 'In captivity, I saw thousands of people standing here, wrapped in flags, shouting, singing, holding pictures of the hostages — of my picture. It made me feel that I wasn't forgotten. That it wasn't over. That I would return,' Levy told the crowd, according to a translation. Article content Article content The hostages rally is actually one of two regular, well-attended Saturday night protests in Tel Aviv; the other, a kilometre away at Habima Square, is explicitly political: they want the 'corrupt government' of Benjamin Netanyahu gone. It's part of the same movement that began before October 7, protesting Netanyahu's proposals to limit judicial power, among other things. Article content As attendees flooded out of the square after last Saturday's rally, National Post editor-in-chief Rob Roberts spoke to Nili Gefen about why she comes. Article content Article content Article content I come here every Saturday, especially because at first we came because I thought it would make my government do something to bring them back. Now I come so the families don't feel so alone. Article content I don't know, after 600 days almost, I don't know if this will change what the government does, but I do hope the families don't feel so alone with their pain. Yeah, so it's important we come here, not only sometimes. September, when the six hostages were murdered, we came every night. You know, we have children, jobs and things like that, but this is a terrible, terrible reality that I hope will change soon for everybody. Article content You talk about first coming here to try to send a message to the government. Obviously, you don't think they've listened. What did you want the government to do?
Vancouver Sun
6 days ago
- Politics
- Vancouver Sun
At Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, a weekly ritual of grief, hope and community
Tel Aviv — Every Saturday night, scores of Israelis (along with some tourists) stream into the courtyard of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which has become known as Hostages Square, to commune and to call for the return of people held captive in Gaza. As of last Saturday's rally, Hamas still held around 58 of its 251 initial hostages, some alive and some believed dead. Speakers at Hostages Square that night included former hostage Naama Levy and family members of other Hamas victims. 'In captivity, I saw thousands of people standing here, wrapped in flags, shouting, singing, holding pictures of the hostages — of my picture. It made me feel that I wasn't forgotten. That it wasn't over. That I would return,' Levy told the crowd, according to a translation. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The hostages rally is actually one of two regular, well-attended Saturday night protests in Tel Aviv; the other, a kilometre away at Habima Square, is explicitly political: they want the 'corrupt government' of Benjamin Netanyahu gone. It's part of the same movement that began before October 7, protesting Netanyahu's proposals to limit judicial power, among other things. In Hostages Square, however, they aim to be apolitical, even if they don't always succeed. As attendees flooded out of the square after last Saturday's rally, National Post editor-in-chief Rob Roberts spoke to Nili Gefen about why she comes. What draws people out every week? I come here every Saturday, especially because at first we came because I thought it would make my government do something to bring them back. Now I come so the families don't feel so alone. I don't know, after 600 days almost, I don't know if this will change what the government does, but I do hope the families don't feel so alone with their pain. Yeah, so it's important we come here, not only sometimes. September, when the six hostages were murdered, we came every night. You know, we have children, jobs and things like that, but this is a terrible, terrible reality that I hope will change soon for everybody. You talk about first coming here to try to send a message to the government. Obviously, you don't think they've listened. What did you want the government to do? It's hard, because the seventh of October didn't happen in a vacuum, because, like, a year before, there were protests every Saturday against the government. Over the judicial changes? Yes, and after the seventh of October, I think everybody — for me, it was very hard to continue protesting. Because it was hard for me to protest when the soldiers and the police are giving their lives to the country. You wanted to be united as a country. Yes, and from what I understand, also the families — some were more political, some didn't want the politics. But everything is politics now, we understand that. We're just like, they're putting us on their little chess game. And for me, the only thing I think now is important is that the hostages just come back. This can't continue, that people are being tortured and being starved. This has to stop. Afterwards, we'll go back — I'll go back — to protest against the government. But right now, I think the only thing that is important — everyone does what they can, because I think mostly we feel very helpless. Hamas has said they will do October 7 again, if they get the chance. Do you feel a need to eliminate Hamas as well? I'm a psychotherapist. I have no idea how to solve this thing. No idea. But in terms of setting priorities. I want, I think, that my government should do everything in its power, first to get them back, then to keep us safe. And I'm sure that the people there should know how to do it, and if they don't, go home and get other people who do know how to do it. I have no idea how to do it. OK? So I'm not telling anyone what to do. I'm just saying, I mean, this is common sense. I believe that also in the Gaza Strip, not everyone is Hamas and we can't kill everyone, and we have to find a solution that is both, I say — political and army-wise — I don't have enough good English, but I'm sure there are people who know how to do it. I've been struck that when Israel is under what seems an existential threat, that the emphasis is given to not just hostages — naturally, because they're living people — but even to the return of the deceased. Can you speak to that? I feel it's like a human (thing), and also very, very Israeli thing, because it's a small country, and that it's been threatened always. And you know, it's not like if I look at my own personal history, my mother came here as a baby, but they came here because they had to flee Germany because of the Holocaust, and my father came here as a small child from the Fahrud in Iraq, where they were also prosecuted. And so I think this is a small country, and that the reason that it tries and survives is because everyone is important. And I don't know how you say this in English. It's Arvut Hadadit. It's like — that, I will do anything for you, and you will do anything for me. You know, most of us are in the army. That's, that's what you do. You do anything you can for your brothers and sisters. And I do feel, and I think many people feel, that it's our brothers and sisters over there. And even though, if we don't know them personally, we cannot heal if they are not here. And we know what it is for the families that they don't have a grave. And also in the Jewish tradition, it is that you have to bring people to their grave, to give them the last piece, and the families they have to have the last piece and the closure. National Post (This Q&A has been edited for clarity.) Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our newsletters here .
Hypebeast
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Takashi Murakami Reworks Trauma and Tradition at Cleveland Museum of Art
Summary Takashi Murakamiis touching down in Ohio to unveilStepping on the Tail of a Rainbow, his latest exhibition at theCleveland Museum of Art(CMA). Expanding on its initial 2022presentationat The Broad, the show casts the celebrated artist in a more edgy and acidic light, featuring never-before-seen installations and exclusive new works that take viewers beneath the surface of his candy-colored, Superflat world. The exhibition draws titular cues from 'In the Land of the Dead, Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow' (2014), an 82-foot-long painting inspired by the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. Serving as both a visual anchor and thematic guide, the piece reflects Murakami's continued interest in the cultural aftermath of tragedy. Through bold hues and layered symbolism, he navigates historical trauma — the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and the COVID-19 pandemic — bringing light to how creative resilience and grief often go hand-in-hand. At the heart of the museum's Family Atrium lies a yumedono, or 'dream hall,' modeled in a traditional Kyoto architectural style. Inspired in part by the 2024 seriesShōgun, Murakami tapped the show's art directors and co-creators to create the installation. Inside, four new paintings reimagine traditional animal motifs with future-facing sensibility. Additional highlights include a handful of works from the museum's permanent collection, digitally reimagined by the artist – a technique recently used in his concurrentJAPONISMEexhibition at Gagosian in New York. Beyond the works on view, for $5,000 USD, CMA is also offering a series of custom portraits sketched and signed by the artist himself. Offered in three styles, all proceeds from the limited-edition print sales will go towards a recreation of the show's yumedono. The exhibition will be open to the public starting May 25 and will remain on view through September 7. The first 50,000 visitors to tour will receive a free, Cleveland-exclusive trading card. Head to the museum'swebsiteto book your tickets now. The Cleveland Museum of Art11150 East Blvd,Cleveland, OH 44106
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Met Gala 2025: What Time & Where To Watch It Live
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Popular opinion is that the Met Gala 2025 will be better and more in vogue than ever, but it has also got everybody wondering where and what time to watch it live. Widely considered 'fashion's biggest night out,' it's almost Met Monday as Vogue and YouTube offer exclusive coverage of the evening's affairs for the loyal spectators and style experts. Before diving into the details, here's more to know about the annual gala that takes place on the first Monday of May at the Museum of Art in New York City. According to Vogue, the event is a fundraiser benefit for the museum and opens its doors to industry veterans, stylists, and high fashion brands who dress in accordance with the year's theme to bring par excellence looks to the red carpet. What time will Met Gala 2025 start? As attendees start their preps for fashion's biggest night, the world draws up to watch the Met Gala 2025 live from home, where comfort and high style meet at the same time. As is the case, the event takes place on the first Monday of May annually – May 5 this year – critics and devotees can watch the livestream on Vogue's digital platforms and YouTube starting at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT. The report revealed that singer-actor Teyana Taylor, actor-producer La La Anthony, and actor-comedian Ego Nwodim will be hosting this year's livestream. In the meantime, Emma Chamberlain will return as Vogue's special correspondent to conduct red carpet interviews with some of the biggest stars and industry veterans. You can also watch the night's happenings on the fashion magazine's post. Additionally, E! News will broadcast the Met Gala 2025 livestream from NYC's Lincoln Center with Zanna Roberts Rassi, Maria Taylor, Elaine Welteroth, and Yvonne Orji as hosts. The first Monday of May is here, and besides revealing where to watch the gala live, we also bring to you this year's theme and the co-chairs. Attendees will be following the 'tailored for you' dress code, a nod to the exhibition's subject matter, which is menswear, especially as the purpose of the theme is to 'provide guidance and invite creative interpretation.' As for the Met Gala 2025 co-chairs, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and Anna Wintour will be taking up the baton. Moreover, LeBron James will act as an honorary chair. The post Met Gala 2025: What Time & Where To Watch It Live appeared first on Reality Tea.
