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What I saw as a British rabbi after the Manchester synagogue attack punctured Yom Kippur

Rabbi Miriam Lorie in JTA · 3 Oct 2025

Rabbi Miriam Lorie reflects on the shocking attack on a Manchester synagogue during Yom Kippur, highlighting the emotional and communal impact of violence entering a sacred space at such a sacred time.

0 Food Culture

Ben Rebuck’s restaurant has caused a stir – and it’s not even open yet

Jewish Chronicle · 2 Jan 2025

Ben Rebuck, a vegan chef and social media influencer, announced plans to open a new restaurant named "Goldie's Kitchen" in Belsize Park, which sparked debate among his online followers.

0 Food Holidays

Five fantastically festive feasts for Chanukah 2024

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Dec 2024

Highlighting festive culinary delights perfect for celebrating Chanukah 2024, five unique offerings are showcased.

0 Food Holidays

Five fantastically festive feasts for Chanukah 2024

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Dec 2024

Highlighting festive culinary delights perfect for celebrating Chanukah 2024, five unique offerings are showcased.

0 Philosophy Jewish Law

Could drugs ever be used to reach a spiritual high?

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Dec 2024

Exploring whether drugs can be used for spiritual awakening, Orthodox Rabbi Alex Chapper and Progressive Rabbi Jonathan Romain express contrasting views, yet both discourage such practices.

0 Food Holidays

Twelve tasty Chanukah gifts for foodies

Jewish Chronicle · 11 Dec 2024

This guide presents twelve delightful gift choices for food enthusiasts celebrating Chanukah.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

The JC blind date: ‘I would say yes if he was game’

Jewish Chronicle · 5 Dec 2024

Joseph, an English teacher and artist, and Lissa, a cookie business owner, both participated in a Jewish blind date experience, focusing heavily on rich, flowing conversation.

0 Sports Communities

Caine and Lee goals send in-form Forest top

Andrew Sherwood in Jewish Chronicle · 4 Dec 2024

Sukkotingham Forest secured a 2-1 victory at Beitar Bushey, cementing their lead in the Maccabi GB Southern Football League Division Two.

0 Culture Food

Meet the Great British Bake Off superfan who likes a challenge

Jewish Chronicle · 29 Nov 2024

Harry Lampert, a 29-year-old self-taught baker and Great British Bake Off superfan, has spent years replicating the show's technical challenges from home.

0 Education Communities

Immanuel College plans to close its prep school next autumn

Jewish Chronicle · 28 Nov 2024

Immanuel College in Bushey plans to close its preparatory school by next autumn, citing financial pressures from new VAT fees, loss of business rates relief, and increased national insurance costs.

0 Jewish Law Israel

Do diaspora Jews have a religious duty to join the IDF?

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Nov 2024

The debate over whether diaspora Jews have a religious duty to join the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is explored through both Orthodox and Progressive Jewish perspectives.

0 Culture Communities

A luxury spa – and it’s on my Hertfordshire doorstep

Jewish Chronicle · 21 Nov 2024

A visit to the Cotton Mill Spa at Sopwell House Hotel reveals a luxurious escape in Hertfordshire, perfect for a relaxing getaway close to home.

0 Education Communities

Yavneh College to open bulge class in 2025

Jewish Chronicle · 13 Nov 2024

Yavneh College in Hertfordshire will offer an additional class of 30 students for year 7 in September 2025 to meet growing demand for placements.

0 Education Communities

Immanuel College receives thumbs-up from inspectors

Jewish Chronicle · 5 Nov 2024

Immanuel College, an independent school in Bushey, received a commendable inspection report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

0 Television/Film Jewish Law

The Elusive Jewishness of “Eyes Wide Shut” — Stanley Kubrick’s Final Film

Forward · 5 Jun 2019

Stanley Kubrick's final film, "Eyes Wide Shut," adapted from Arthur Schnitzler's novella "Traumnovelle," is at the center of a fascinating discussion on Jewish identity and representation.