American Jewish Mothers Travel to Israel for MOMentous Hebrew Naming Event

The eight-day journey to Israel is intended to inspire women to connect deeply with their Jewish heritage.

Police Demand Traditional Jerusalem 9 B’Av Walk Be Moved, Possibly to Babylon

'With all due respect, this type of warning is out of place and contradicts all basic principles of democratic governance and rule of law worthy of its name.'

Jordanian Police Forbid Jewish Tourists from Praying on Penalty of Imprisonment

Jordanian police confiscated tefillin, talitot, kipot, and prayer books, and even forbade prayer in their hotel rooms.

Meretz Website Breached by Pro-Palestinian Hackers

DarkCoder claims to have hacked 12,000 Israeli emails last year, including some on the Defense Ministry system.

Chief Rabbi: ‘An Arab who Came to Kill Jews Must Not Come Out Alive’

The Chief Rabbi was very critical of the fact that the terrorist attacker had not been eliminated at the scene of the crime.

Israel Maintains Control Over Riots, Security at Temple Mount and in Jerusalem

Four Israeli police officers were wounded during the riots. Arabs report 4 dead.

Turkish Protesters Attack Istanbul Synagogue

More troubling is the oblique Turkish government sponsorship of the violence against the Istanbul synagogue.

Religious Courts that Work Together: The Ultimate Statement of Mutual Recognition

"If everyone would ask himself, ‘What does God want from me?’ that would bring us together.”

Jerusalem Mosques to Close Friday, Waqf Calls for Prayers Outside Temple Mount Walls

Islamic officials and Arab civic officials continued to place the blame for the conflict squarely on the shoulders of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Waqf Expels Popular Blogger ‘Jerusalem Jane’ From Temple Mount

On camera, her anxiety is obvious. For some reason, the Waqf official knew her name...

King of Saudi Arabia Personally Intervenes in Temple Mount Crisis, Says Metal Detectors ‘Routine’...

“The issue of metal detection machines is a matter that has become routine in the holy places because of terrorism."

Muslim Riots & Rage Outside Temple Mount, But Peace Reigns Within

Jerusalem District Police Commander HaLevy says he's "determined to create a secure environment after the murder of two police officers."

‘Mostly Quiet’ Outside Lion’s Gate on Motta Gur Street in the Old City of...

One teen decided to be a "hero" and threw a bottle at Israeli Police forces, who quickly and quietly detained him.

Caesarea National Park and Roman Amphitheater Sold by Greek Orthodox Church to Secret Investors

Officials at the Israel Lands Authority, JNF and the Israel National Parks Authority were shocked when the sale was announced. No one was notified in advance.

Jews Return to Temple Mount – Status Quo No More

Waqf officials refuse to go onto the Temple Mount... already a change for the better.

Police Find Illegal Drugs in Bnei Brak Man’s Tefilin Bag

Police found the "finger" of hashish in the man's possession after stopping him at the corner of Sokolov and Jabotinsky streets in Bnei Brak.

44 Orthodox Rabbis Attack Tzohar Prenuptial Get: If You Support It You’re Not Orthodox

The state of mind of a husband who signed the Tzohar prenuptial agreement may be affected by the financial consequences to the point where his get may not be given in a purely voluntary manner.

US Envoy Prays for World Peace at Western Wall

Monday evening marked the start of the 17th of the Hebrew month of Tamuz, -- the destruction of Jerusalem and both First and Second Holy Temples.

Global Christian Group Says UNESCO Has Become Mouthpiece for Global Jew Hatred

"There can be no place for such hatred within a world organization that exists to foster peace and understanding and protect history."

Chief Rabbi Irate at Rabbinate’s ‘Blacklist’ of Orthodox Rabbis

The list was prepared by Rabbi Itamar Touboul, who is in charge of determining whether individuals born abroad and registered to wed in Israel are considered a Jewish.

Report: Haredi Cult Leader Shlomo Helbrans Drowned in Mexico

According to Diardio de Chiapas, Helbrans' group of about 40 ultra-Orthodox Jewish families entered Chiapas three weeks ago legally from Guatemala, after having been expelled.

3 London Haredi Schools Reopen in Defiance of Education Authority

The Hackney Council estimates there are at least 30 unregistered Haredi schools – a figure which local ultra-Orthodox sources suggests is inflated.

Mennonite Church USA Adopts BDS with 98% Vote

'I could not support the resolution two years ago. It was too simplistic,' Mennonite World Conference president Nelson Kraybill said, speaking in support of the motion during comments at the microphones.

Rabbi Riskin: Reform, Conservative Movements My Partners

'What can the Diaspora give us?' Rabbi Riskin asked, and answered: 'First and foremost, the idea of ​​pluralism, that these, and these, too, are the words of the living God.'

Religious Zionist, US Orthodox Rabbis Support Cancellation of Western Wall ‘Deal’

"We must not submit to those who vocally and shrilly disrupt the unity of the Jewish people through threats and political coercion."

Conviction in Kinneret Church Arson case, Co-Defendant Acquitted

Judge George Azulai did not accept the police claims that Asraf lent his car to Reuveni, despite tire marks matching the car's which were found in the church's olive grove.

Jerusalem Youth Peace Summit Opens with Interfaith Prayer

75 Jewish, Christian, and Muslim youth from around the world gathered at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem on Sunday for a unique summit, answering Pope Francis' call to create a culture of encounter for peace.

A Thousand Demonstrators in Front of Netanyahu’s Residence over Kotel Dispute

Alas, this dispute is not over a connection to God but over political turf, both regarding the Kotel and the conversions.

Survey Shows Majority of Israelis Object to Considering Diaspora Jews’ Views in Legislation

The survey revealed a strong correlation between the religious standards of respondents and their view on how vital the views of foreign Jews are.

Coalition Emergency Meeting on Conversion Blown Up by Haredim

Deri was furious at Netanyahu's request, and told the PM, while walking out of the room: "I know what you're doing to me and I will not let you do it."

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