Manchester, United Kingdom

King David Jewish studies head to be new rabbi of Manchester’s Yeshurun Synagogue

Jewish Chronicle · 28 Jan

Rabbi Benjy Rickman, previously head of Jewish Studies at King David High School in Manchester, will become the new rabbi of Yeshurun Synagogue, succeeding Rabbi Greg Bank.

0 Food Education

This Chai nutritionist has shared her tips for the best cancer-fighting diet

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Jan

Nutritionist Susan Fruhman, working with Chai Cancer Care, has released "How Can I Help?," a cookbook designed to support cancer patients and anyone seeking to improve their health through food.

0 Communities Holidays

Shabbat times from January 24 to January 31

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Jan

Providing essential information for UK Jewish communities, this summary details Shabbat start and end times across major cities, for late January.

0 Television/Film Culture

London transfer and national tour for Fiddler on the Roof

Jewish Chronicle · 21 Jan

The Regents Park Open Air Theatre's acclaimed 2023 production of "Fiddler on the Roof" will transfer to London's Barbican Theatre for an eight-week run, before embarking on a UK and Ireland tour—its first in over 12 years.

0 Politics Israel

In Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, Hamas looms large even as tension turns to celebration

Deborah Danan in Forward · 19 Jan

In Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, the community gathered to celebrate the release of three Israeli hostages by Hamas, following a ceasefire agreement.

0 Holidays Communities

Shabbat times from January 10 to January 17

Jewish Chronicle · 9 Jan

This week's observances include the Fast of Tevet, which concludes in the evening according to the respective city times across the UK.

0 Ethics Communities

How to kick the gossip habit for 2025

Jewish Chronicle · 8 Jan

The struggle against gossip, known in Jewish terms as lashon hara, gains a modern twist through a WhatsApp group founded by health coach Suzy Glaskie.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

The nerves and rituals of a Charedi wedding night

Jewish Chronicle · 8 Jan

In an intimate reflection, a Charedi woman from Manchester recounts her experiences leading up to and during her wedding night, shedding light on the rituals and personal challenges within her tightly-knit Orthodox community.

0 Culture Education

Light in London

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 31 Dec 2024

A grand Torah celebration took place at London's Copper Box Arena, originally built for the 2012 Olympic Games, drawing 10,000 participants from across Europe for Dirshu's siyum on Maseches Shabbos within their Amud Yomi program.

0 Holidays Torah

Shabbat times from December 27 to January 3

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Dec 2024

This compilation provides the Shabbat candle lighting times and ending times for various locations in the UK during the observance of Shabbat Chanukah and the transition into the month of Tevet, coinciding with the conclusion of Chanukah.

0 Communities Education

The Mashgiach’s Advice

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Dec 2024

Rabbi Shloime Spielman recounts how the advice from his Mashgiach, Rav Mattisyahu Salomon, to become a teacher significantly impacted his life.

0 Culture Holidays

The big Chanukah and Christmas clash: how will you celebrate?

Jewish Chronicle · 22 Dec 2024

This lighthearted piece humorously explores the rare occurrence this year where Hanukkah and Christmas overlap on the calendar.

0 Communities Jewish Law

Shabbat times from December 13 to December 20

Jewish Chronicle · 11 Dec 2024

This item lists the Shabbat times for various UK cities from December 13 to December 20, including times for candle lighting on Friday evenings and Havdalah on Saturday nights.

0 Holidays Communities

Shabbat times from December 6 to December 13

Jewish Chronicle · 5 Dec 2024

This brief listing provides the Shabbat times for the period from December 6 to December 13, detailing when Shabbat begins and ends in various UK locations such as London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, and Glasgow.

0 Holidays Communities

Shabbat times from November 29 to December 6

Jewish Chronicle · 28 Nov 2024

The article provides the Shabbat timings for various cities in the UK from November 29 to December 6, including the Torah portion and Haftarah for the Shabbat on November 30.

0 Education Communities

Better together: the man promoting the benefits of the JCAT school ‘family’

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Nov 2024

Adam Goldstein, the new chief executive of the Jewish Community Academy Trust (JCAT), has seen growth in student numbers at several schools within the trust, as he leads efforts to promote inter-school cooperation and expansion.

0 Politics Israel

Starmer should align with Trump policy on Iran

Jewish Chronicle · 21 Nov 2024

Kasra Aarabi argues that UK Labour leader Keir Starmer should adopt policies aligned with Donald Trump's stance on Iran, particularly proscribing the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

0 Holidays Communities

Shabbat times from November 15 to November 22

Jewish Chronicle · 14 Nov 2024

This provides the schedule for Shabbat times in various UK cities for the week of November 15 to November 22.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Palestine Action must be blacklisted as terrorists

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Nov 2024

In response to recent acts of coordinated vandalism by the group Palestine Action targeting Jewish institutions in Manchester, there is a call to classify this group as a terrorist organization under UK law.

0 Communities Education

Inbox: Issue 1035

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 6 Nov 2024

The article highlights several topics, emphasizing the unique challenges and contributions of various individuals and communities.

0 Music Culture

The Charedi leaver who is singing the Yiddishe blues

Jewish Chronicle · 5 Nov 2024

Pini Brown, a 26-year-old musician, navigates two contrasting worlds: the Chasidic community of Stamford Hill and East London's vibrant music scene.

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