Orthodox Union

OU Independence Day event in Jerusalem sees about two thousand participants

Several of the organization's senior leadership were in attendance, as well as an assortment of Americans, Canadians, Australians, and South Africans, including Olim.

OU Israel Independence Day event for English-speakers at the Ramada Hotel in Jerusalem, April 21, 2026.
A Jewish person holds Tehillim, the book of Psalms, seeking solace in prayer on Memorial Day in Tel Aviv

Legal brief filed to support case of Ohio Orthodox Jew banned from holding minyan in home

An illustrative image of a hotel.

Grapevine: Sigh... more hotels

THE WRITER (right) stands with Rabbi Moshe Hauer at the Haas Promenade after an OU Israel annual Jerusalem Day celebratory morning prayer service overlooking the Old City. Everybody who encountered Rabbi Hauer felt how much he genuinely cared, says the writer.

Rabbi Moshe Hauer’s quiet strength united Jews everywhere - opinion


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.

 Rabbi Moshe Hauer with President Isaac Herzog

Jewish scholar, historian, and leader Rabbi Berel Wein dies at 91

Rabbi Berel Wein's impact on the Jewish world blossomed not only from his films, books, and audio lectures, but also the founding and leadership of institutions.

‘JEWISH HISTORY is the key to faith and belief,’ opines Wein.

Senior DOJ leaders meet with Orthodox Union to discuss efforts to combat antisemitism

Assistant A-G for civil rights Harmeet Dhillon assured the Orthodox leaders that the DOJ is using "all the tools available to us across the federal government."

 Senior leaders of the US Department of Justice (DOJ) met with the Orthodox Union Advocacy Center (OUA) to discuss ongoing efforts to combat antisemitism.

Could changes at the FDA call the kosher status of milk into question? Many are asking.

What happens if the federal government overhauls or abandons its oversight of milk?

 This type of cancer is 'getting younger'. Drinking a glass of milk daily may help.

OU Advocacy urges Senate to confirm Huckabee as ambassador to Israel

“Governor Huckabee brings a profound understanding of the security challenges confronting Israel and an unwavering commitment to the US-Israel alliance,” said the director of OU Advocacy Center.

 Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to be ambassador to Israel, testifies during his Senate Foreign Relations Committee confirmation hearing at the Dirksen Senate Office Building on March 25, 2025 in Washington, DC.

OU Israel inaugurates new headquarters

'This chanukat habayit ['building dedication'] marks a significant milestone in fulfilling our vision of supporting English-speaking olim and at-risk Israeli teens throughout Israel.'

 ‘Chanukat habayit’: (L-R) OU COO Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph; Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi; Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion; OU Israel President Stuart Hershkowitz; OU President Mitch Aeder; OU Israel Executive Director Rabbi Avi Berman.

OU Israel inaugurates new Jerusalem headquarters as President Herzog praises its role during crisis

“At this time of crisis, OU Israel says ‘Here I am,’” President Herzog declares at ceremony.

Rabbi Avi Berman speaking at the new OU Center in Jerusalem

From snout to tail, a 3,000-year history of Jews and the pig

Rabbi Menachem Genack, the CEO of the Orthodox Union’s kosher division, cited "sensitivities to the consumer" for why "Impossible Pork" wasn't kosher certified.

 A herd of Iberian pigs sniff at Langenal pig farm, in Farajan, southern Spain, June 17, 2024.

Jerusalem Vibe: Big moves for the new year

The Israeli branch of the Orthodox Union is pursuing a new decentralized model in which it will partner with local synagogues around Jerusalem and beyond. 

 OU Israel Center.

Orthodox Union delivers 180,000 letters to White House demanding return of the hostages

Orthodox Union delivers 180K letters to White House demanding hostage release, supporting Israel against Hamas.

 Orthodox Union delivers 180,000 letters to White House demanding return of the hostages