Orthodox Jews
From pop stars to tefillin pop-ups, Oct. 7 changed how some Israelis practice Judaism
The spiritual jolt of those first weeks has not fully faded, and increased religious practice has become part of the country’s daily rhythm.
Orthodox Jewish judge to preside over Maduro's criminal proceedings in NY
Orthodox rabbi Julius Berman, who influenced secular and observant Jewish institutions, dies at 90
Recognized by the rabbinate, Orthodox converts trapped in legal limbo over Israeli citizenship
When is it enough?
"But the more I pushed toward Orthodoxy, the more I realized the driving force wasn’t spiritual longing, it was the pressure to satisfy an external standard."
Planning first Guinness record-breaking Shabbat dinner, and not bitter about being beaten - opinion
But the real difference wasn’t the finances, at least from what I can see from afar. It was in the overarching vibe.
Pakistani attacker charged after assaulting Orthodox Jewish tourists in Milan
During the attack, the Pakistani man shouted racist threats and insults in Italian, such as “dirty Jews” and “you kill children in Palestine, and I’ll kill you."
High Court stands firm, denies Chief Rabbinate’s bid to block women from religious exams
'This is not only a legal victory but an important step in public recognition of women’s status within the religious establishment.'
UK's TfL supervisor refuses to remove pro-Palestinian graffiti, says there should be 'more'
The incident comes shortly after a public bus driver in the UK capital refused to return a bus card belonging to an Orthodox Jewish man.
NJ Republican nominee aide said he wouldn't take 'money from Jews'
The Republican nominee for New Jersey governor has come under scrutiny after one of his aides said he wasn’t “taking money from Jews” at a campaign event.
Orthodox Union’s Rabbi Moshe Hauer dies of sudden heart attack at age 60
The Orthodox Union (OU) announced on Wednesday the passing of Rabbi Moshe Hauer over the Shmini Atzeret holiday.
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.