Should Rav Motti Elon Teach my Kids?
Following Rav Elon's conviction, Rabbi Chaim Druckman invited him to teach at Yeshivat Or Etzion.
Mayor Abutbul and the Awkward Issue of Beit Shemesh Child Abuse
In a follow-up interview, Mayor Abutbol said he hadn't understood the term "gays," thinking it meant "pedophiles."
Beit Shemesh – We Was Robbed
At this point, I am rather envious of my friends in Efrat.
Beit Shemesh: the Purple Zone
Enthusiastic fellow purple-people have established a Facebook Page called The Purple Zone, and punned in Hebrew "Am Segula."
The Beit Shemesh Spit that Wasn’t?
The image of Naama Margalit became a symbol, overnight, of the struggle for peaceful neighborly relations in Beit Shemesh.
Beit Shemesh: Has the Fat Lady Sung?
A low-point in the elections was a "Kol Korei" rabbinical announcement demanding that the the faithful vote for Moshe Abutbol.
Israel Child Abuse Between Zero and 48.5%
The conclusion of the report is that the overall incidence of child abuse is dramatically more than the official reports which reach the social services and police.
British Lord Visits Beit Shemesh, Locals Behave
"Over 2.4 billion Christians and over 1.5 billion Muslims, all tracing their inspiration and origins to the rather smaller Jewish people - most of whom seem to be in this room today..."
A Community Focuses on Child Abuse Perpetrators
The event was entitled “Who are the people in our neighborhood.”
Horror Story: If Arik Stayed Healthy…
Sharon had completed the highly contentious "Disengagement" from Gaza in summer 2005.
Israel’s Famous Singer Scandal
Pop-stars who wield extraordinary influence invariably have the potential to abuse their charisma, talents and fame, taking advantage of vulnerable, young fans.
In Israel We Trade Terrorists Wholesale
This is apparently some kind of good-will gesture to the Palestinians.
Will Good Fences Make Good Neighbors in Beit Shemesh?
The charedim and the Zionists in Beit Shemesh are contemplating a "divorce."
Is TOV Good Enough for Beit Shemesh?
The voice of the middle ground is more important than ever, yet perhaps too soft to be heard at all.
Accidents Happen
In both cases, professionals had been alerted prior to the tragedies.
Who Moved Abutbul’s Cheese?
Moshe Abutbul has taken the knee-jerk response to all criticism and perceived threats.
Why IS Ploni Taking Such an Interest In my Child?
Some sexual abusers will devote enormous efforts to preparing a child for abuse, in such a way that the child will least resist, and the perpetrator will be most protected.
Rabbi Stulberger: When a Teacher Is Accused of Molestation (Video)
This Dvar Torah is a must for every parent and educator.
Beit Shemesh Victorious!
Court says the democratic process had been undermined.
Saved by MK Danny Danon!
As if there was not enough drama in the re-called contentious Beit Shemesh municipal elections!
Beit Shemesh Demonstrates: We Demand a Re-Vote!
The re-vote campaign has left the station and is right on track!
This Time, the Dead Won’t Vote!
Eli Cohen, the challenging candidate for mayor, recently announced at a campaign meeting in Beit Shemesh that "this time, the dead won't vote!"
Did my Deceased Mother-in-Law Vote in Beit Shemesh?
Absent people make great fake voters.
Israel Sort-Of Honors Mandela
90 heads of state were in attendance -- but not from Israel.
Taking the Holocaust, Nazis, etc. Out of the Rhetoric
Of course, our enemies will try to use Holocaust references in their attempts to condemn Israel's activities and policies.
The Third Option in Beit Shemesh
There needs to be huge public pressure - demonstrations, effective PR and media for the cause, utilising every legal recourse and civil disruption.
EXCLUSIVE: Bibi’s New Demands
Advisers close to the Prime Minister noted that this demand has already been accepted by the Palestinians.
Of Course I’m Disappointed!
In the universal contest between the blues and the reds, one side will invariably win, the other lose.