Rosh hashana
Freedom of worship demands both physical safety and sanctuary autonomy - editorial
On Yom Kippur, Jews across the world gather to recite the same confessions. That shared observance does not require Jews to agree about how Judaism should be practiced.
Beyond the echo of the shofar: Urgent action for Israel’s children in the new year
When journalism crosses the line from reporting to mind reading - opinion
Rosh Hashanah 2026: What does ‘shana tova’ mean in an Israel divided by politics? - opinion
Under fire and hungry: Ukrainian Jews face Rosh Hashana amid war and crisis
The aid operation, orchestrated by Chabad Ukraine and IFCJ, is a lifeline for thousands of families struggling in an economy ravaged by war.
David D’Or to appear on Selichot Night in Park Timna
David D’Or will perform a special Selichot Night concert at Solomon’s Pillars in Park Timna on September 26, featuring traditional and contemporary melodies.
Price gaps: Best network for buying perfumes for Rosh Hashanah
With Rosh Hashanah approaching, be aware of price differences in perfume departments that can exceed 50%. We sampled 15 products from three leading networks.
'He who travels puts himself at risk': Rabbi, Ukrainian officials warn of annual Uman pilgrimage
Uman is a pilgrimage site that is visited by thousands of religious Israeli Jews annually, despite the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia and safety concerns pertaining to travel in the country.
At the heart of the High Holy Days: One universal message - opinion
Our prayers extend towards peace for the entire world, encapsulated in the poignant prayer, “v’yitnu echa keter melucha.”
Hope and possibility; Rosh Hashanah on Rikers - opinion
At Repair the World, a national Jewish nonprofit, we focus on pursuing a just world through volunteer service and learning.
Duality and Jewish joy - opinion
On September 9, 2023, at the Troxy in East London, hundreds of queer Jews and our allies showed up to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and the Jewish new year of 5784.
Prime Minister of Ukraine sends heart warming blessing to Jews of the country
Keeping the echo alive: The last of Israel’s traditional shofar makers
Shimon Keinan is one of only a handful of people in Israel still making traditional shofars, and his factory receives over 14,000 visitors a year.
AI, pluralism and Israel: What North American rabbis spoke about in their High Holiday sermons
Excerpts from and links to sermons from across North America and the range of Jewish denominations.
