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This article discusses the decline of a high-average to strong student population in Jewish elementary schools, resulting in a lower standard of work for all...

The article discusses the decline of American higher education and the spread of DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) ideology on college campuses. The aut...

The first letter discusses the experience of growing up as a shlucha (emissary) and the importance of always being on a mission, no matter where one is. The ...

The article discusses the notion that the yetzer hara (evil inclination) uses a strategy similar to Pharaoh's in keeping the Jewish people so busy that they ...

A personal anecdote is shared about a 14-year-old who was entrusted with caring for their rebbi, Rav Henoch Leibowitz, who was scheduled for surgery and had ...

This article discusses the dilemma faced by parents when it comes to their child's homework. While some parents feel it is their responsibility to ensure the...

The author initially couldn't relate to a prayer about angels, but then learns an interpretation of the names of the angels as metaphors for how God manifest...

This personal essay tells the story of the author's trip to Europe, where they visited various Jewish sites and experienced deep emotions. During their visit...

In Chapter 15 of the "Tale of Treeo," Nellie, Eli, and their squirrel friend, Squizzle, find themselves in a mysterious situation. Upon returning to their tr...

In this episode of Home Front, important topics are discussed. One is the need to continually pray for the safety of soldiers. Recent events in Meron serve a...

In this episode, Yael Krumbein discusses the story of Joanna of Burgos, a woman whose faith was tested during the 1391 massacres in Spain and the Spanish Inq...

In this episode of Home Front, there is a discussion about the recent Beirut assassination and whether it was a calculated but necessary risk. It is also deb...

In this chapter of "Money Mindset," the participants discuss their personal challenges in changing their money narrative. Tamar shares her struggle with impl...

The article discusses the importance of controlling our thoughts and attitudes, using the analogy of managing emails. The author argues that while we can't c...

Rabbi Shmuel Rabi has developed a game show-style program called Rischa D'oraisa to engage elementary school boys in their studies and help them apply their ...

Tamar Shames, an educator, shares her passion for helping struggling learners find success in the school system. She initially wanted to work in urban school...

The article tells the story of Rivka, who was struggling with how to handle her friend Leah's religious instability. Rivka felt guilty for being too judgment...

This article announces the finalists for a competition called "Fire It Up," which focuses on creating creative Chanukah-themed snacks or desserts. The finali...

This article is a personal account of a woman whose husband is serving in the Israeli army during a time of war. The author describes their experience during...

In this issue of Family First Inbox, the first letter discusses the idea of sacrificing a career for Torah learning, suggesting that talents should be used f...

As the US political market is expected to spend up to $17 billion on advertising in the 2024 elections, concerns arise about the use of deepfake technology t...

The author reflects on her experience as a preschool teacher in a Chabad House. She cherishes her time teaching the children the Hebrew alphabet on a bright,...

In this episode of Home Front, the focus is on the escalating situation in the north of Israel and the IDF's efforts to address the rocket fire from Southern...

This article discusses the various uses and benefits of cilantro. It mentions that cilantro is rich in vitamins A, K, and E, which contribute to eye, skin, b...

In this recipe from Mishpacha Magazine, the author shares a budget-friendly version of a pepper steak-with-broccoli dish. Instead of using expensive pepper s...

This article provides four different meatball recipes for winter comfort food. The first recipe is Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs, which uses a mixture of ground b...

In this episode of Home Front, it is discussed that Israel is involved in a undeclared war in the North. The challenges of the Middle East and the question o...

In this short story, a teenage girl recounts her experience auditioning for a school play with her best friend Shani. The protagonist has always been in awe ...

In Chapter 13 of the Tale of Treeo, Nellie has been searching for Eli but hasn't had any luck finding him. Eli, trapped in a hole in the ground, hears Nellie...

The article discusses the world of the Inuit, also known as Eskimos, who prefer to be called Inuit, meaning "people" in their Inuktitut language. They can be...

Rav Gershon Neumann, a revered rosh yeshivah, rav, and posek, passed away at the age of 76. He was known for his radiant light, which inspired and transforme...

In Chapter 45 of "Upper Class," the protagonist prepares to meet her partner Shan's mother, feeling nervous and insecure. She tries different hairstyles to m...

The article discusses the lineage and influence of the Schneersohn dynasty within Chabad. Rav Menachem Mendel Schneersohn, also known as the Tzemach Tzedek, ...

The article commemorates the 135th yahrtzeit (anniversary of death) of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch, a prominent leader of Ashkenaz Jewry in the 19th century. I...

In Chapter 24 of "Trust Fund," Akiva and Libby discuss the need for someone to mix up their drumming sessions, as they both play drums. Akiva suggests that L...

Rav Yosef Elefant, a prominent figure from the Mirrer Yeshiva in Jerusalem, delivered a powerful call to action at a recent convention of Agudath Israel of A...

The first letter expresses concern about recommending historically Christian colleges for Jewish students, as the writer had negative experiences with missio...

In this episode of Home Front, several important topics are discussed. Firstly, the debate over military tactics is examined, emphasizing the need to avoid p...

In this episode of Home Front, the focus is on Israel's diplomatic efforts to deter Hezbollah. The show also highlights Iris Haim's inspiring message to sold...

This article provides recipes for four winter salads. The first salad is a Spicy Sweet Potato Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, which combines various root veget...

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and nutritious root vegetable with a sweet taste and vibrant orange color. They are high in fiber, antioxidants, and beta caro...

This article provides a concise summary of various halachic guidelines related to mourning and bereavement in Jewish law. It discusses the responsibilities a...

This article discusses the myth of the perfect marriage perpetuated by Walt Disney and the unrealistic expectations it creates. The author emphasizes that re...

The article discusses the challenge of praying with intention (kavanah) and feeling that one's prayers are valuable to Hashem. The author suggests three idea...

The author addresses the issue of religion being used as a justification for violence, specifically in relation to the events perpetrated by Hamas. They argu...

The article discusses Harvard University's history of anti-Semitism and its connection to the Nazi regime in the 1930s. Ernst Putzi Hanfstaengl, a Harvard gr...

In this personal essay, the author humorously recounts a series of items they have lost, starting with a favorite shirt and culminating in a hairbrush. They ...

In this chapter of "Trust Fund," Libby finds it amusing that her in-laws dislike her daughter's new hobby. Libby messages her husband, Akiva, about it and th...

This is a podcast episode about the life of Doa Gracia Mendes Nas, a remarkable and influential woman. Part 1 explores her rise to power within the political...

In Chapter 1 of "Tale of TreeO," Nellie and her twin brother Eli find themselves being chased by what Nellie believes to be a hyena in the woods near their h...