(Courtesy of Olami) Olami launches the Walk to Israel—a global challenge to inspire Jewish communities to raise vital funds for Jewish organizations around the world.
Reviewing: “Pharaoh: Biblical History, Egypt, and the Missing Millennium” by Alexander Hool (Mosaica Press, 2020) Even before the advent of modern Egyptology, scholars have long
In last week’s column, I adumbrated the formidable financial challenges that young Orthodox Jewish families face vis-a-vis most American families. Our spending priorities include high-ticket
והוי מקבל את כל האדם בםבר פנים יפות …and receive everyone with a cheerful face. (Avot 1, 15) In what now seems long ago during
Shiurim given daily by leading gedolei Yisrael. Yes, a worldwide pandemic has infiltrated virtually everywhere… Now, there is a worldwide antidote that is illuminating and
Wintertime in Northern New Jersey is noted for its variable weather conditions. Though snowstorms occur with some regularity, they aren’t a constant problem for the
I’m not blaming anybody here, but it would be nice if someone had any idea what was going on. Like a really solid understanding. Okay,
Normally, the Shabbos after Tisha B’Av, known as Shabbos Nachamu (“Sabbath of Comforting”), is a very busy singles weekend. In these COVID times, however, Shabbos
As boredom set in during quarantine, many who normally shied away from the kitchen took unprecedented steps in the general direction of their fridge. Although
We could all use a little humor during these especially difficult times. Here we share some more memes that we keep handy whenever we need
Although some destinations are cautiously lifting travel restrictions and people are learning to navigate a new version of normal, it’s safe to say that travel
Cakes have always been a focal point of celebrations. Who hasn’t said ‘Happy Birthday’ or ‘Mazel Tov’ with a cake? Melissa Alt, who lives in
