Orthodox Jews
‘Reaching the finish line’: Controversial haredi draft bill advances for Knesset committee vote
The controversial haredi conscription bill has moved one step closer to a vote in the Knesset after significant progress in the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.
Man charged with hate crime for antisemitic attack on Israeli lecturer Rami Glickstein in Manhattan
Argentina's Sephardi chief rabbi reaffirms 100-year-old ruling on conversions, sparks controversy
From pop stars to tefillin pop-ups, Oct. 7 changed how some Israelis practice Judaism
Orthodox critics of Israel abroad speak with the rhetoric of NGOs, not Torah - opinion
A recent rabbinic statement condemning Israel’s war conduct misrepresents Orthodox values and ignores the realities faced by Israelis under fire.
Poll reveals strong Israeli public support for non-Orthodox marriage
According to the findings, 60% of the Jewish public supports Israel recognizing all types of marriages, including civil, Conservative, and Reform ceremonies.
Israel needs a reimagined educational system that teaches how to disagree respectfully - opinion
The Hebrew state education system must now awaken to its historic responsibility. It must renew its commitment to the values of a Jewish and democratic state.
National healing begins with a much needed change in politics - editorial
We may be naive, but at the same time truly believe that there is a small and important opportunity for change.
Reality check: Ultra-Orthodox rabbis are leading their flock to a historic dead end - opinion
MIDDLE ISRAEL: In their wartime conduct, the ultra-orthodox rabbis show a lack of commitment and a real disconnection with reality.
From immigrant to innovator: Oleh entrepreneur lights up business world with Shabbat-friendly light
This ingenious design allows any existing light fixture to be used on Shabbat, providing a convenient and aesthetically pleasing alternative to bulky, standalone Shabbat lamps.
‘Passover Coke’ could become obsolete as Trump says Coca-Cola will use ‘REAL’ sugar in US soda
Such a change would obviate Coca-Cola’s special runs for Passover — and the fervent searches that some kosher-keeping Jews undertake to secure the scarce “yellow-cap” bottles of Coke that result.
Haredi draft dilemma: Religious exemption from IDF will bring down the government
With a majority of Israelis calling for public change, haredi exemption from the IDF is no longer just a legal debate, but a question of Israel’s survival.
Fighting antisemitism requires healing the Jewish political divides - opinion
A deep problem exists within the Jewish community that we don't want to recognize, one that threatens to exacerbate the already stark partisan divides within our community..
Balancing devotion and division: The 'nazir' is a colorful but complicated personality
Secular Zionist culture has deepened in spirituality and no longer aims to hollow out religion. This cultural shift in Israel may render extreme cultural insularity less essential.
