New Israeli line of Passover wine launched by former NBA all-star Amar’re Stoudemire
At a news conference at the Jewish National Fund House on Tuesday, 6-foot-10 former NBA star Amar’e Stoudemire effused over his new line of kosher-for-Passover wines, grown and produced in Israel.
“It’s a blessing for...
Spain helps keep alive archaic language of Sephardic Jews
A language still spoken by the descendants of Jews expelled from Spain 500 years ago is getting a helping hand from the Spanish Royal Academy to keep it alive.
Djudeo-Espanyol, a language taken abroad by...
Parashat Tetzaveh תְּצַוֶּה
This Parasha unlike any other Parasha in the Torah, does not mention the name of Moshe, as it says in the first verse “and you shall command the children of Israel” (“ואתה תצוה את...
A “Jewish Embassy” In South Korea
It’s safe to say there is no Katz’s Delicatessen in Seoul. In fact, until about a decade ago, local Jews relied on the local US Army base for their Jewish needs, such as Shabbat...
The Strict Kosher Rules That Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner Live By, Revealed
Many Americans know that Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner both practice Orthodox Judaism. Most Americans have also heard that Ivanka doesn’t practice the same religion as Donald Trump. (The president grew up a Presbyterian. And he still...
Parashat Terumah תְּרוּמָה
In the word “Terumah” ("תרומה") we find a hint of things to come within a certain time period. The word Terumah conceals the word Torah ("תורה") and the letter “Mem” (“מ”) which is 40...
What are the most popular Jewish baby names in Israel?
The most popular baby name in Israel in 2016 was Muhammad, given to some 2,880 newborns, according to a report released on Wednesday by the Central Bureau of Statistics, ahead of Family Day, celebrated Thursday.
The...
Couples who save lives together form lasting bonds together
While matchmaking is not something often considered a priority in the world of emergency medical services, a good number of volunteer first responders have not only met on the job, but also go out...
‘Justice, justice you shall pursue:’ advocate for people with disabilities this month
February is Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month, a time when we encourage dialogue, discussion and action in our Jewish communities around how to create more inclusive and accepting spaces for people living with...
South Florida Jewish organizations hosting Purim celebrations
The local Jewish community will celebrate the holiday of Purim later this month at various celebrations throughout South Florida.
On Feb. 25, the PJ Library of the Jewish Federation of Broward County presents a Purim party from...