Judaism
We need this Elul more than ever before– but why does it feel so hard?!
Orthodox newspaper, Anti Ben Gvir, Temple Mount
The ultra-Orthodox newspaper Yated Ne'eman has taken an unusual step against Itamar Ben-Gvir by publishing a front page with an advertisement in Arabic. This follows Ben-Gvir's recent comments about policy on the Temple Mount, which have once again stirred controversy.
Kosher food, Jewish students, Harvard University
Harvard University is enhancing its kosher dining options this semester following the recommendations of its Task Force on Combating Antisemitism, aiming to better support Jewish students. New hot kosher lunches will be offered at Hillel's dining hall, and hot dinners will be available in multiple campus dining areas.
Pre-Military program for Haredim, Draft law
For the first time in a decade, the Ministry of Defense is establishing a pre-military preparatory program for youth from the Haredi sector. The program is expected to begin in November and will include approximately forty participants.
Tu B'Av, Jewish Holiday, Popular Gift ideas
As Tu B'Av, the Hebrew Valentine's Day, approaches, Wolt reveals data from last year and uncovers the most popular gifts for the occasion and when people remember to order them.
Tomb desecration, Be'er Sheva
The tombstone of a singer’s late father in Be’er Sheva has been marred. Investigators are on the hunt for the culprit.
Iran Attack, Jewish holiday, Tisha B'Av
Western Intelligence sources have revealed to Sky News Arabia that Iran plans retaliatory strike on Israel During Tisha B’Av, August 12-13. Supposedly planning the attack on the Jewish holiday to further expose historical weakness among the Jews.
Anti-Semitism, Judaism, Rabbi arrested, Ireland
The Chairman of the European Jewish Organizations Federation has reached out to Irish authorities demanding the release of a mohel arrested last night in Dublin for performing a circumcision. "This is not a crime but a religious obligation practiced by the Jewish faith."
Politics, Religion
Yisrael Beytenu leader MK Avigdor Liberman rejects the anti-religious label attached to him: "I do not despise religion at all."
Archaeology, Jewish History
Archaeologists have uncovered hidden treasures in what appears to be an ancient Jewish public building in the Israeli city of Lod. According to the Israel antiquities Authority, these findings date back to 351 AD during the last Jewish revolt in the Roman era.
Israel-Gaza Wars, Religion
The action was likely taken as a reaction to IDF soldiers saying "Shema Yisrael" in a Jenin mosque. Watch:
History In Sport
He walks with Tzitzit Tekhelet, makes wine and meat, studies Shabbat laws and dreams of a Jewish woman, Amar'e Stoudemire, the top basketball player who converted celebrates his 41st birthday.
Hanan Ben Ari On Alina Falahati Burial
The singer-artist Hanan Ben Ari was hurt by the way Judaism treated the late Alina Falahati, who was buried outside the fence because she was in the process of converting: "It breaks my heart".