Ovadia Yosef
Popular Israeli singer Yehoram Gaon marries partner Ella Lusa at age 86
The couple reportedly first met on Facebook, after Lusa sent Gaon a message as a fan of his work. The two began talking on Skype, eventually met in person, and started dating.
Israeli society Jewish for all Jews - Zvika Zameret's legacy - opinion
French mayor cancels Oslo Accords commemoration due to security fears
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's son attacks MK Struck on discrimination law
Nitzan Chen takes the helm at the GPO
Chen took over the job from Oren Helman, who left in December 2011 after less than two years in the position.
PMO seeking Ovadia Yosef’s support for Iran strike
Gov't officials confirm National Security Adviser Amidror met with Shas spiritual leader to discuss party's Iran position.
The challenge: To marry in the rabbinate
Religious councils' treatment of their residents cannot continue to operate as a comedy.
Grapevine: From Tisha Be’av to Iftar
Notwithstanding the recent terrorist attack that claimed the lives of five Israeli tourists in Bulgaria, tourism between the two countries is on the rise.
Jews Celebrate end of 7-year Talmud study cycle
Climactic denouement of the Daf Yomi study cycle of the Talmud staged in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem; tens of thousands attend.
Gafni: Plesner recommendations 'evil and malicious'
Rabbi Ovadiah Yosef reportedly says Shas will quit coalition if personal sanctions are imposed.
Grapevine: A friendly slap on the face
The former Sephardi chief rabbi Ovadia Yosef must be extraordinarily fond of Peres because he gave him not one slap, not two slaps – but three.
Accusation: Shas leaders ‘taking over rabbinate’
Charges of ‘cronyism’ in appointments leveled by close relative of Ovadia Yosef.
Rabbi Ovadia Yosef prays for Mubarak's release
Shas spiritual leader says ousted Egyptian president "brought honor to Egypt," hopes judges will find him innocent.
January 3: Chasm between haredim and others runs deep
This is a major part of the problem – the belief that if your philosophical stance is any different from mine, you can no longer call yourself a Jew.
