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Two recent stories highlight the concept of Kiddush HaShem, sanctifying God's name, through the accomplishments of Orthodox Jews in secular spheres. Zevi Eck...

Abi Zablow, a Jewish teen, is recognized for her noteworthy contributions to her community, embodying the value of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) through ...

Toronto's Jewish community faces a pressing need for increased day school capacity as demand for Jewish education surges. Once preoccupied with addressing tu...

Sergeant First Class Itamar Hayun, a longtime IDF reservist, narrates his struggle to secure affordable housing while serving his country. Facing high living...

Shai Assulin, a coordinator for the Jerusalem Municipality's Special Needs Department, emphasizes the importance of inclusive participation for individuals w...

Angela Buchdahl, renowned as the first Asian American rabbi and cantor, shares her journey of faith and identity in the book "Heart of a Stranger: An Unlikel...

OneTable, a nonprofit facilitating Shabbat dinners for young Jewish adults, recently laid off 25% of its workforce amid declining funding. This organizationa...

Rabbi Moshe Indig, a leader within the Satmar Ahronim sect, has defended his controversial endorsement of Zohran Mamdani in the NYC mayoral race, despite bac...

Readers of Mishpacha Magazine react to recent articles, covering diverse topics like the dangers of adopting a victim mentality, the profound impact of a chi...

Dr. Moshe Glick, a respected community leader and dentist from West Orange, New Jersey, is facing unexpected legal challenges after standing up to a pro-Hama...

Cindy Scarr shares a poignant narrative about her urgent journey to her childhood home in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to be with her dying father. Amidst the chaot...

A synagogue in Rome and a memorial for Stefano Gaj Tach, a 2-year-old boy killed in a 1982 Palestinian terrorist attack, were recently vandalized with anti-Z...

This podcast episode features a remarkable story about the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a revered figure in Chabad and broader Jewish communities. It recounts an extra...

Isaiah Davidson recounts his journey to find a Jewish community after moving away from his childhood connections. As the son of a rabbi, his upbringing in a ...

The controversy surrounding Herzog Park in Dublin escalates as city councillors debate a proposal to rename the park, originally named after Chaim Herzog, an...

Bar-Ilan University's Sunflower Center is offering a framework for resilience and recovery after the trauma experienced by Israel, especially following the e...

Zevi Eckhaus, the Jewish starting quarterback for the Washington State Cougars, uniquely integrates his Orthodox Jewish faith with his football career by pra...

Zevi Eckhaus, the Jewish starting quarterback for the Washington State Cougars, uniquely combines his athletic pursuits with his faith. Growing up in an Orth...

Debates intensify over a proposed Israeli legislation that would grant permanent IDF draft exemptions to Charedi men engaged in Torah study. This exemption u...

David Lerner, co-founder of Tekserve, is remembered fondly as a complex yet benevolent figure in New York's tech scene. Known for his gruff but caring demean...

Cody Fitzpatrick shares how Stephen Dubner's memoir "Choosing My Religion" has been instrumental in rekindling a connection with his Jewish heritage and fami...

The article reflects on the passing of Saul Zabar and its impact on the legendary Zabar's store on New York's Upper West Side. The author, Len Berk—Zabar's l...

Hether Warshauer's personal essay reflects on the challenges and profound life changes she experienced after making Aliyah, or immigrating to Israel. Warshau...

Six months after the tragic murder of Yaron Lischinsky and his girlfriend Sarah Milgrim, Yaron's parents, Daniel and Ruth Lischinsky, visited Washington, D.C...

The narrative emphasizes the importance of interfaith collaboration, illustrated through the swift community response to a firebombing at the residence of Pe...

Yehuda Sabiner, raised in a Gerrer Chassidic community in Jerusalem's Har Nof, was inspired by his childhood doctor to enter the medical field, ultimately be...

Bereaved families from Israel's Religious-Zionist and Traditional communities have issued a public letter urging elected officials to oppose the Draft Exempt...

A new Palestinian restaurant in New York City, Ayat NYC, has named its new Morningside Heights location "Hinds Hall" in solidarity with pro-Palestinian prote...

The article reflects on Chicago's shifting strategies in crime control from the era of Mayor Richard J. Daley to the current administration under Mayor Brand...

The Palestinian restaurant Ayat NYC is opening a new location near Columbia University, named Hinds Hall in solidarity with pro-Palestinian protesters who re...

The video explores the intricacies of maintaining kosher dietary practices in the Caribbean, a region where such food options are not as readily available. I...

Congregation Shearith Israel, known as the oldest Jewish congregation in the United States, celebrated Thanksgiving by opening a kosher food pantry on Manhat...

Leah Koenig invites subscribers of The Jewish Table newsletter to participate in their inaugural Cookbook Club. This month, the focus is on "Russ & Daughters...

Samuel Schereschewsky, a Jewish boy from Lithuania, embarked on a remarkable journey that led to his ordination as a bishop in China. His life story is an ex...

As the prevalence of DNA testing kits grows, many individuals in the U.S., like Angie Claudio-Rodriguez and Joe Martin, are discovering Jewish ancestry previ...

A recent Israel Democracy Institute survey reveals that over 25% of Israelis are considering leaving the country, highlighting a growing disillusionment with...

Julie Menin, a Jewish moderate councilwoman from Manhattan, is set to become the next New York City Council speaker, pending the official election in January...

The Galveston Movement was a forgotten chapter of Jewish migration to the United States that is currently being preserved by the descendants of those immigra...

Boston's emerging Holocaust Museum, the first in New England, achieved a significant milestone with the installation of a historic 12-ton railcar on its four...

Peter Beinart, a progressive Jewish author and critic of Israel, faced scrutiny from both ends of the political spectrum during his speech at Tel Aviv Univer...

Dror Or, a beloved member of Kibbutz Beeri and co-founder of the Beeri Dairy, was killed during the Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023. His remains were re...

Jason Plotkin, executive director of Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, explores the power of language in fostering connection and belonging in Jewi...

In light of growing polarization and discomfort within the Jewish community, notably concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, this piece emphasizes the s...

Exploring an alternative to conventional insurance, this episode of Kosher Money delves into the workings of United Refuah Healthshare, which aims to make he...

Nolan Lebovitz explores the evolving landscape of Jewish denominational divisions, arguing that current Jewish identity is increasingly defined by one's stan...

Joel Swanson explores the nuanced response of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to the protests against an Israeli immigration event at Park East Syna...

Rabbi Mike Rothbaum reflects on the Jewish tradition of gratitude, particularly during Thanksgiving, through the lens of his new role at Congregation Dor Had...

In this touching story published in Mishpacha Magazine, Cindy Scarr shares a personal anecdote about family connections through a shared family hotline, a vi...

Exploring the profound challenges faced by hostage families, Cindy Scarr's article reflects on the profound faith and resilience of Jewish parents and childr...

Family First Inbox, Issue 970, features letters discussing diverse personal challenges and reflections on societal issues. Topics include the struggles of hi...