Reform
Israel's electricity reform: Israelis are leaving one of the country's oldest companies
In September, 24,000 switching requests were submitted, offering household savings. Minister Eli Cohen: "The most important reform since cellular."
PremiumPremiumIsrael's electoral system leaves voters with no representative to call their own - opinion
Albert Axelrad, Brandeis Hillel rabbi who championed pluralism and social justice, dies at 87
Freedom of worship demands both physical safety and sanctuary autonomy - editorial
'Yes! I am Jewish’: How a Jewish Korean princess was ordained as a rabbi - review
In her book Heart of a Stranger, Buchdahl tells the story of her life. She ends each chapter with a homily applying a sacred text to contemporary faith, values, and behavior.
UK's Farage unveils plan to deport asylum seekers, warns of 'civil disorder’
The announcement comes against the backdrop of sustained, small-scale protests in recent weeks outside hotels housing asylum seekers.
UK's Farage sets out plan for 'mass deportation' of asylum seekers
Farage cited US President Donald Trump's record on immigration as inspiration for his policies.
Britain should have never entered World War II, Nigel Farage's former advisor says
Jack Anderton also shared on his blog ‘Britain Needs Change,’ his view that the UK should not support Ukraine as it continues to battle against Russia’s invasion.
A rabbi walked into a convention of Lutherans, rebuked their ‘one-sided’ debate on Israel
As Jacobs listened to attendees debate a memorial, Jacobs said he felt compelled to speak out over what he saw as a “one-sided” narrative.
'Above All, We Are Jews': The life story of a great American Reform rabbi - review
To learn more about this great American Reform rabbi, Jews and non-Jews alike will want to read this well-researched and highly accessible biography.
Israel to shorten medical internship in move to prevent doctor shortage
This long-anticipated change follows years of debate and delay, with the Health Ministry consulting with hospital directors, medical school deans, experts, and interns on the matter.
Texas Jews split as lawmakers sign off on $1B private school voucher program
Some Jewish families see vouchers as relief from public school culture wars. Others fear long-term harm.
South Carolina rabbi’s Holocaust memorial speech pulled from TV for being 'too political'
A public TV station in South Carolina removed a Holocaust memorial speech by a rabbi after he criticized recent policies on LGBTQ rights and refugee aid, fueling controversy over free speech.
Israel faces the risk of a war with Turkey - opinion
The Knesset must act swiftly to equip Israel’s leaders with the tools to set policy to meet the challenges posed by a resurgent Turkey and other emerging threats.
