In an article published in 1934, Dr. Yehuda Rokach describes a visit to Beirut and a trancendental encouncter with nature. A poignant postcard from a different time
After facing opposition from the Tel Aviv Municipality, which had banned gender-segregated prayer in public spaces, the Supreme Court upheld the group's right to hold the service. However, citing 'plans to ruin this lawful prayer,' Rosh Yehudi announced it will move the event to a synagogue
An imposing royal building erected atop an earlier one in Mordot Arnona, Jerusalem, may attest to King Hezekiah and Judah preparing for the arrival of an angry Sennacherib – and its aftermath
There were signs saying, "Israel has a right to go to hell," "Israel is a terrorist state," "Bombing children is not 'self-defense,'" "The US and Israel are partners in genocide."
What has October 7 and the subsequent Gaza war meant for the tens of thousands of Jews living in Berlin? How it has changed their lives and politics, reshaped their city and country, and what does it portend for their future?
While tradition says that observance of the Day of Atonement was initiated by Moses, careful reading of the Bible indicates that the holiday was a much later contrivance.
Would things have worked out differently if the Jews had established their state in a less hostile part of the world? Should they have settled for less than full statehood? Here's a look at what could have been if other proposals panned out
The victim of the attack was named as Raphael Mordechai Fishoff, a 35-year-old Hadera resident. Medics reported that six others were also wounded after a 36-year-old resident of the Israeli-Arab city of Umm al-Fahm carried out a suspected terror attack, according to Israel Police
The past few weeks have been significant for the aviation and tourism sector in Israel, with over twenty airlines canceling flights to Israel amid Iranian threats of retaliation for the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh and the more recent elimination of Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah, followed by the Iranian attack on Israel. […]
The Guardian has found itself at the center of a heated controversy following its review of "One Day in October," a documentary focusing on the October 7 Hamas attacks on Kibbutz Be'eri. The review, published recently, has sparked significant backlash across social media platforms, particularly on X. The Guardian's review, written by Stuart Jeffries, […]
Intisar Hijazi was arrested after posting a video of herself dancing and smiling with the caption 'On This Day 7/10/2023.' Israel Police later released her under restrictive conditions but stated that the investigation is still ongoing
As Yom Kippur 2024 approaches, Jews worldwide prepare for the most solemn day in the year. This comprehensive guide provides essential information on fasting times, prayer schedules, and customs associated with the Day of Atonement, offering both practical and spiritual insights for observant Jews and those interested in understanding this significant holiday. Yom Kippur […]
It was challenging to avoid the excitement around the European Soccer Championship this past summer all over Israel. Men, women and children have spent long hours watching their favorite teams winning or losing on the screen. For just a moment, Israelis managed to escape the endless trauma associated with the ongoing war. Yet, I […]