Breslov Hasidim Won’t Leave Belarus-Ukraine Border Ahead of Rosh Hashana
“Ukraine has shut its borders to foreigners, and no exclusions will be made for the Hasidic pilgrims.”
British PM Calls UK Jews ‘British Success Story’ in Passover Message
UK PM David Cameron called British Jewry a national "success story" in this year's Passover message.
Joint Azeri-Israeli Presidential Fund Supports Local Jewish Education
PM Netanyahu revealed in a speech in Baku that Israel jointly funds Jewish education with the president of Azerbaijan, and his predecessor.
Sephardi Rabbis Under Fire for Allowing Zoom Video Seders with Isolated Elderly
Obviously, now it's time for Rabbi Pearl's people at Zomet to come up with a gramma version of Zoom.
How to Match Wine and Cheeses Like a Pro
Impress those around your Shavuos table with your knowledge of which wine to serve with which cheese.
LIVE: Lag B’Omer in Meron 2021
Israeli families are basking in the light of bonfires burning to commemorate the passing of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai.
Hundreds of Thousands Returning to Mt. Meron 2 Years after the Catastrophe
The united Haredi councils’ joint appeal endorsed the government commission’s recommendations.
Egyptian Culture Rife in Israel ‘For Years’ After Exodus
Israeli archaeologists prove Egyptian culture was rife in Israel "for years" after the Exodus.
King of Jordan Refusing to Speak with Netanyahu, Imports from Israel Banned
King Abdullah II of Jordan is refusing to speak with Israel's PM Netanyahu over tensions at the Temple Mount.
Health Official: Holiday Season Lockdown Still Only an Option
"The lockdown is not a strategy – it's a tactic. It's a step you don't take if you don't really have to. At this point, we don't have to."
Kotel Rabbi Asks for Trump’s Recovery on Day of Priestly Blessing
The event was attended by the Chief Rabbis Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef and Rabbi David Lau, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon, and US Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman.
‘Anti-Semitism in Europe As Important As Climate Change’
European lawmakers gathered to discuss anti-Semitism and the future of Jews in Europe.
Jews Chase Away Darkness from Temple Mount on Chanukah
"We came to remind the State of Israel who is our enemy and who our friend."
On Purim, Chabad of Dead Sea Reads Megillah for a Jew in Quarantine
"And for the Jews there was light and happiness and joy . . . "
Tzohar’s High Holy Day Programs Estimated To Reach over 60,000 in Israel
Tzohar 'Praying Together' attendees all receive the same prayer book to make it easier to follow along.
BB Gunman Fires at Jews in Baltimore on Rosh HaShanah
An anti-Semite shot a wake-up call for Jews in Baltimore.
May 5776 Be a Better Year and a Good Year
The continuity of alarming current events this past year are just what the doctor ordered for the Days of Repentance.
Hundreds at Bangkok Chabad Passover Seder
More than 400 people sat down at the first seder this year at the Chabad House of Bangkok, Thailand.
US Jewish Leaders Briefed by Dept. of Homeland Security Ahead of High Holy Days
More than 100 Jewish institutions were briefed on security in a pre-holiday conference call by the US Dept. of Homeland Security and Jewish Federation.
Watch Megilla Brachot Recited at the White House
Can anyone even remember a time, ever, when the Megilla was read at the White House?
Chag Kasher v’Sameach from JewishPress.com
We would like to wish all our readers a wonderful and kosher Pesach holiday.
From Mount Herzl’s Stage to Balconies Nationwide, The Song ‘Chai Chai Chai!’ Rings Out...
"Chai" -- sung by Israelis from the balconies around the country as Independence Day got underway, is a symbol of Israeli survival.
Report: Israelis Consume 1,500 Tons of Honey on Rosh Hashanah, 115,000 Tons of Apples...
Domestic chicken consumption in Israel is the highest in the world and stands at about 64.4 kg per capita per year.
Thousands Show Solidarity With Israel in Annual Jerusalem March
Thousands of Christians from around the world showed their solidarity in the capital on the Festival of Sukkot in the annual Jerusalem March.
Moshe Katsav Requests Passover Prison Leave
Israeli ex-Pres. Moshe Katsav has requested a Passover prison leave though he isn't eligible.
MDA is Preparing for the Limited Lag Ba’Omer Events on Mt. Meron
Six ambulances, two MICUs, a command vehicle and other designated emergency vehicles will be deployed in the field.
Body of Missing Israeli Located in Hungary
The body of an Israeli student was found in Hungary over the weekend after he was missing for a week.
Powerless Crown Prince of Defunct Kingdom Sends Chanukah Greetings to Post-Holocaust Jewish Remnants
This is so sad, but wait, there's even more "complicated" stuff.
Vandals ‘Severely Damage’ NYC Chanukah Menorah But the Light Continues
Vandals tried to destroy Chanukiyah in NYC's Carl Schurz Park, but it is repaired and ready for lighting tonight.
Virtually Every Pesach Program Now Closed
Pesach programs are now taking calls from customers who want a refund, and getting one is not always simple.