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U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Sabbath Observance

The appellant, a postal worker, says he was forced from his job.

International Shabbat Project Triples in Israel, US and Worldwide

The project brings together Jews of all backgrounds to celebrate and keep one complete Shabbat in a spirit of global unity.

New Project Brings Shabbat Home in 1,600 Cities Worldwide November 6-7

In a world reeling from a pandemic and a divisive U.S. election, the 7th annual international Shabbat Project offers unity, optimism, and a much-needed break from the 24-hour news cycle.

Mall Rebellion: Store Owners Defy Guidelines, Stay Open on Shabbat

The Haredi parties' complain that while the Health Ministry's regulations are leaving large sectors of the public open, synagogues are forced to operate in a limited way.

Jewish Man Assaulted by Hispanics in Flatbush Shabbat Afternoon

The victim was walking home from a Shabbat meal when a vehicle with three men identified as Hispanic passed by him.

Chief Rabbi of Tsfat Excited After Pope Calls to Observe Jewish-Style Sabbath

Rabbi Eliyahu quipped that the Pope would soon endorse building a Jewish Temple on the Temple Mount.

First Rain of the Season Arrives in Israel

It was a surprise shower for most Israelis, who were expecting a clear day.

Shin Bet: Detained Israeli Youths Suspected of Killing Arab Woman

The suspects’ attorneys state the detainees have been subjected to harsh and improper forms of interrogation.

40,000 Flocked to Hebron’s Cave of the Patriarchs for Shabbat Chayei Sarah

"A personal thank you to each and every one of the tens of thousands of precious guests who came and went."

The Shabbat Project and Echoes of Shabbat Candles Under the Inquisition

This week, as we light our candles or oil for the Shabbat-felt-around-the-world, may we remember how fortunate we are to be able to do so in freedom and pure joy.

Chief Rabbis of Jerusalem Appeal for End to Sabbath Desecration

The rabbis also suggested a public system be installed to broadcast the candle-lighting time for the Sabbath.

Cabinet Passes Mini-Market Shabbat Bill

Minister Aryeh Deri said, "We want to prevent a change to the status quote, to prevent the Shabbat from turning into a national shopping day."

Anti-Semitic Vandals Strike Sacramento Synagogue on Sabbath

"There isn't a shred of doubt this is an anti-Semitic hate crime designed to promote white supremacy."

Bnei Brak Threatens Court Action to Block Light Rail Work on Yom Kippur &...

At issue is the agreement with the city of Bnei Brak that prohibits digging and other work on the Light Rail tracks during the Sabbath and on Yom Kippur.

Survey Shows Deep Split among Israeli Jews over Shabbat Soccer

The Smith Institute survey proves for the Nth time that the polls yield results based on how you write the questions, or, in this case, how you cut your random sample of respondents.

Gazans Celebrate Murder of Jews With Celebration in Street

Gazans were joyous over the bloody slaughter of a grandfather and his two children at the Sabbath table.

New Security Measures at Jerusalem’s Damascus Gate

The measures are being taken to ensure the safety of Border Guard Police who guard the area.

Two Arrested in Connection With Last Friday’s J’lem Attack

"We will get to every person who had any connection at all to the attack and to anyone who dares to openly express support, or to utter inciting statements or encourages people to support terror ."

Israel Confirms Jerusalem Terrorists Were From PLO, Not ISIS

Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas has not condemned Friday’s attacks, nor offered condolences to the family of the murdered policewoman.

Government to Pay Religious Families to Invite Secular Guests for Shabbat Meals

The Ministry of Religious Services will pay the municipal taxes, carrying charges and electricity of religious families who clock 15 weekly hours hosting secular guests and teaching Jewish family values.

Israeli Forces Are Firebombed in Hebron

Terrorists aimed five firebombs at Israeli security forces while stationed in Hebron during the Sabbath.

Terrorist Attack Foiled Outside Vienna’s Main Synagogue

Austrian police foiled a terrorist attack on the main synagogue in Vienna on the Sabbath. Two Afghan citizens were arrested.

Survey: Vast Majority of Israeli Businesses Prefer to Stay Shut on Shabbat

The vast majority of respondents said staying closed or open on Shabbat should be left to them to decide, while 19% preferred that the decision be enforced by the authorities.

Let Us Violate Shabbat So As To Sanctify It

The Holy Day vs. the Tel Aviv Railway Construction - Can both sides win, or must both sides lose?

Why is Pollard Being Forced to Violate the Jewish Sabbath?

Though Pollard has finally been "sprung," he is still being punished-as a Jew. The system has taken away the thing that is dearest to him--his observance of the Jewish Sabbath.

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