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Elsewhere: Naughty Jewish boys, cool Kugel, Ukraine’s Jewish fears

JTA rounds up noteworthy items from the Web.

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Old fears in new crisis for Ukraine’s Jews: In eastern Ukraine, the memory of Soviet anti-Semitism is alive and well, adding another dimension to fears of Russian expansionism. (Boston Globe)
The appeal of religious preschool: For parents stressed by New York’s cutthroat preschool application process, religious schooling holds an undeniable appeal.  (N.Y. Times)
One cool Kugel: In an intimate profile, Professor James Kugel discusses how to “square the circle” of reconciling Bible scholarship with traditional Jewish practice. (Moment)
Jewish boys: Naughty or nice?:  Dueling pinup calendars featuring Jewish men let you take your pick. (N.Y. Post)

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