The Grieving Habits of Israeli Jews
Four percent of Israeli Jews (almost two hundred and fifty thousand) say they visit the Western Wall on Tisha B'Av.
European Jewish Congress Calls for France to Root out ‘Societal Anti-Semitism’
“We appreciate the important words of the French Government... However, it doesn’t appear that much has changed on the ground for French Jews, who are still regularly attacked."
Western Wall Rabbi: Respect the Muslims, Don’t Come to Pray
The Western Wall rabbi Wednesday may have taken the first step towards surrendering the Kotel to Muslims. He asked women and Temple Mount activists to respect Muslim sensitivities and to stay away.
The Shabbos Project: Jews Worldwide Keeping This Shabbos Together
This Friday, millions of Jews in 340 cities around the world will be 'keeping it together.' The 7th day. Shabbat.
Chabad Safeguards Himalaya Hikers with Satellite Phones
Chabad of Kathmandu, backed by Israelis are providing satellite phones to trekkers heading up the Himalayas.
First Chief Kotel Rabbi’s Letter Reveals Desperation on Eve of Jordanian Capture
The British were on the way out and the Jordanians on the way in. The chief rabbi wrote a letter...
Israeli, Russian State Libraries To Digitize Collection of Rare Hebrew Manuscripts
Three generations of the Günzburg family amassed one of the largest private collections of Hebrew books and manuscripts in Europe.
Liberman Allocates NIS 17M for IDF Jewish Identity & Conversion Course
The Defense Ministry allocated extra funding for 'Nativ' - Jewish identity education for IDF soldiers.
PM Netanyahu Visits Kfar Chabad Matza Bakery
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu visited the matza bakery in Kfar Chabad on Tuesday, two weeks before the beginning of Passover.
"At home, I have eaten...
Israeli Soldiers Celebrate as New Synagogue Dedicated at IDF Telem Base
"There is no greater honor than dedicating a synagogue on a military base in Israel."
Lag B’Omer Celebrations in Full Swing at Tomb of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai in...
This holiday is especially cherished in Israel, where thousands of bonfires are lit on the evening of the holiday to commemorate the huge light brought into the world by the mystical teachings of the great sage.
Rabbis Equate BDS Movement with Biblical Theft, Murder
The Rabbinical Alliance of America warns support for BDS against Israel is tantamount to Biblical murder.
Rabbi Yudi Dukes, z’l, Founded JNet Remote Learning Program Ahead of COVID-19 Pandemic
It is possible today to study any topic that piques your interest, in a non-formal setting, including "Jewish telehealth."
Community Groups Work to Make Megilla Readings Accessible and Safe, Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
"Judaism belongs to all of us and therefore needs to be made accessible to everyone."
Rabbi Dr. Yehuda Bohrer, z’l, Co-Founder of Beit El, Passes Away
Countless Jews and non-Jews in Israel and abroad are more knowledgeable about the treasures of the Land of Israel thanks to Rabbi Bohrer's work.
Rare 1,000 Yr Old Ketubah on Exhibit in Jerusalem
An extremely rare 1,000-year-old ketuba inscribed in Aramaic is now on exhibit in the National Library in Jerusalem.
Justice Minister Shaked: Our Father Abraham Purchased This Place With A Valid Legal Document
"It is obvious the Jewish community has every right to be here, including by right of purchase," Justice Minister Shaked said while touring Hebron.
Hunting Down a Terrorist in Haifa, City of Unity
Security sources are maintaining a partial gag order on an investigation into a deadly attack in Haifa.
Hollywood Movie Star Carrie Fisher in ICU After Massive Heart Attack
Cult icon actress Carrie Fisher, who portrayed Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" trilogy, suffered a massive heart attack just 15 minutes before landing at LAX Friday on a flight from London.
Chief Rabbinate Bans Burial of Get Refusers’ Dying Father
This is not the first time that the rabbinic courts in Israel try to put pressure on a get refuser through sanctions against his relatives.
Israel Railways Claims 150 Shabbatot Equals 2 Years
Shas Minister Aryeh Deri ordered a halt to working on Shabbat on the Tel Aviv-Jerusalem train line and Israel Railways claims it will delay it for 2 years.
WATCH: US Rep. Rashida Tlaib ‘Celebrates Jewish Independence’ in Chanukah Message’, Says Israel Advocacy...
"Rashida’s celebrating Jewish independence in Judea by describing the Jews that live there as occupiers."
‘Purity Patrol’ Helps Snowbound Women Reach the Mikveh
The Taharat HaBayit organization has been using a 4-wheel-drive jeep to take snowbound women in Jerusalem to the local mikveh, the ritual immersing pool.
"The...
Salonika’s Re-elected Mayor Wore the Yellow Star
The re-elected mayor of Salonika wore the Jewish yellow Star of David to his inauguration at city hall last week. Find out why.
NYT: Dead Argentine Prosecutor Drafted Warrant to Arrest President Fernandez
Prosecutor Alberto Nisman drafted a warrant to arrest Pres. Fernandez before his death.
Right-Wing UK Independence Party Backs Shechita Ban
Britain's right-wing UK Independence Party has outraged Jews by announcing it is backing a ban on shechita, a reversal of its prior policy.
Chabad-Lubavitch Vows ‘Vibrant Jewish Life’ to Continue in Paris
Chabad Education Chairman Rabbi Krinsky vows vibrant Jewish life will continue in Paris.
Apology from JCC Bomb Caller’s Father
Emphasizing "there was no hatred" behind the calls, the boy's father said it was the "illness" that pushed him.
Operation Survival Releases Children’s Music Video Teaching Kids to Reach Out,Following Suicides
The music video urges children to reach out and communicate when they're in need. It's not Operation Survival's first music video.
Ma’agar Mochot Survey Shows 52% Reject Reform Section Compromise at the Kotel
There are some hard numbers about the Reform in Israel, and they're quite low.