Young People Begin To 'Freak' About AI Taking Their Jobs, Survey Reveals
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) threatens millions of jobs globally, with Goldman Sachs warning that up to 300 million jobs might be affected soon, according to ZeroHedge. IBM’s recent hiring freeze due to automation and similar actions by other firms have heightened the “fear of becoming obsolete” (FOBO) among younger workers. A recent Gallup […]
BDE: Aliza Perets, a”h
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Aliza Perets, a’h, mother of Aviva Noff. Shiva will be observed at 6609 Deancroft Road, Baltimore, MD 21209, today (Thursday) until 6:30 pm, tomorrow (Friday) from 10 am until 3pm, and Sunday […]
Baltimore County Police Investigating Antisemitic Graffiti At Jewish Cemetery
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2023 – Baltimore County police are investigating a hate crime at the Ner Tamid Cemetery in Rosedale where hate symbols, including a swastika, were spray-painted on its entrance, according to WBALTV. The act was particularly distressing to the Jewish community as it occurred near Yom Kippur, a significant holiday. Brad […]
BDE: Marsha L. Dunning, a”h
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Marsha L. Dunning, a”h, sister of Jeanne Grynberg (443.956.0745) The levaya will take place today at Levinson’s at 1:00PM Shiva ends erev Yom Kippur Bila Hamaves LaNetzach…
BDE: Wilma Dannenbaum a”h
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 21, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Wilma Dannenbaum, a”h, mother of David Dannenbaum. The levaya was yesterday, and David is sitting shiva in Margate, New Jersey, until Sunday afternoon. He can be reached at (410) 916 – 2468. […]
Concerns Mount over Impending Firefighter Shortage and 911 Dispatch Delays in Baltimore City
From the status of fire apparatus to the people who use it, the Baltimore Fire Department gave a status update to the Baltimore City Council’s public safety and government operations committee. The most concerning comment came towards the end of the meeting as Acting Assistant Chief of Safety Member Services Thomas Tosh said the city […]
Baltimore Community Public Safety Town Hall Addresses Crime Uptick Across the City-County Border (Photos)
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – In a powerful display of community solidarity, hundreds of Baltimore City and County residents gathered at a highly-anticipated Public Safety Town Hall on a crisp evening. Hosted by Councilman Yitzy Schleifer and Councilman Izzy Patoka, the event aimed to confront the recent surge in criminal activity straddling both […]
BDE: Sidney Kess, z’l
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Sidney Kess, z’l, father of Chana Rochel (David) Moss. Shiva is being observed until Sunday morning at 12 Meadow Lane, Monsey, NY 10952. Mrs. Moss can be reached on 443.431.9686 Bila Hamaves […]
Am Echad Statement on Protests During PM Netanyahu’s Visit to the US
Am Echad an affiliate of Agudath Israel, today issued the following statement on the protests during PM Netanyahu’s visit to the US: As an organization dedicated to advancing the connection between Israel and the Diaspora and deeply concerned for Israel’s safety, we would like to express our dismay at the reckless and inciteful rhetoric adopted […]
BDE: Mrs. Baylah (Barbara) Markowitz, a’h (Updated as of 10:16AM Sept. 21)
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 20, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Mrs. Baylah (Barbara) Markowitz, a’h, mother of Moshe (Malka) Markowitz and Yisroel Markowitz. The levayah will be held at Levinson’s on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023 at 11:30AM. The kevurah will take place […]