By Libi Astaire
How did an unresolved murder case turn into an accusation of ritual murder?
Excerpted from The Apple Cookbook (c) Olwen Woodier. Photography by (c) Leigh Beisch Photography with Food Stylist Robyn Valarik. Used with permission of Storey Publishing.
The flag had been taken down in the aftermath of the Charleston shooting and was now back and flying.
A light breakfast of coffee and danishes will be available during the program.
A variety of glatt kosher food will be available for purchase at Kosher Korner (near Section 1).
Jewish Press South Florida Editor Shelley Benveniste will deliver a talk.
Corey Brier, corresponding secretary of the organization, introduced the rabbi.
The magnificent 400-seat sanctuary with beautiful stained glass windows, a stunning carved glass Aron Kodesh, a ballroom, social hall, and beis medrash will accommodate the growing synagogue.
By Shmuel Stone
Even when our prayers are ignored and troubles confront us, Rabbi Shoff teaches that it is the same God who sent the difficulties as who answered our prayers before.
I’ve put together some of the most frequently asked questions regarding bullies, friendship and learning disabilities.
His parents make it clear that they feel the right thing is for Avi to visit his grandfather, but they leave it up to him.
Orna Porat was a former Christian and a member of the Hitler Youth.
There is a rich Jewish history in this part of the world. Now the hidden customs are being revealed, as many seek to reconnect with their roots.
There are times when a psychiatrist will over-medicate, which is why it's important to find a psychiatrist whom you trust and feel comfortable with.
On November 22, 1963, Abraham Zapruder created one of the most famous, and valuable, pieces of film and became forever linked with one of the greatest American national tragedies when he stood with his camera on an elevated concrete abutment as President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade passed through Dealey Plaza in Dallas. Exhibited here is […]
“Worrying is carrying tomorrow's load with today's strength – carrying two days at once. It is moving into tomorrow ahead of time. Worrying doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.” – Corrie ten Boom I’ve been thinking a lot about worrying. Anxiety is an issue close to my heart – […]
By Rhona Lewis
Upon meeting the Zionist delegation, General Wu, a recent convert to Christianity, said, “You are my spiritual brothers.
With the assistance of Mr. Tress, Private Moskowitz tried tirelessly to become an army chaplain.
Dr. Yael Respler is taking a well-deserved vacation this week and asked Eilon Even-Esh to share some thoughts with her readers in her stead.
A dedicated scholar, educator and mother, Dr. Lowy was the guiding light of TCLA since its inception and the entire Touro community mourns her passing.
By JNi.Media
It is well known that serving olives with alcoholic drinks enhances their flavor, but you have to know what you’re doing.
All of us wish to act in kind, compassionate and intelligent ways. We all wish to build character.
The doctor said, “Make sure to get a really expensive one. You spend a third of your life in bed.”
All along, Ariella Barker dreamed of a legal system where justice was tempered with compassion.
By Libi Astaire
The pogroms of 1881-1884 were sparked by the assassination of Alexander II.
My husband is a great guy and very loving - except when things don't go his way.
“The OU Southeast regional office’s goals are synonymous with the broader mission of the Orthodox Union,” said Naftali.
Links of Life is a unique volunteer program designed to bring cheer and companionship into the lives of seniors throughout Broward and Dade counties. Designed for seniors living on their own as well as seniors in assisted living facilities, Links of Life pairs caring friends to visit on a weekly basis. They share experiences, spend quality […]
There was not even a flicker of outrage at the vandalizing of a synagogue.
By Sandy Eller
In the few short months since its opening, Pescada has made a name for itself and the restaurant was full, with a nice mix of people on the Monday night that we were there.
By Irwin Cohen
By 1943 both Rosenthals were serving in the armed forces. Both used chutzpah and bluffed about their age.
By JNi.Media
Who better than an Israeli farmer would know how to pick a quality fruit or a vegetable?
They are habits. And though each habit means relatively little on its own, over time, the meals we order... have enormous impacts on our heath, productivity, financial security, and happiness.
There are nearly 3,000 lone soldiers in Israel today; most of whom return to empty, lonely apartments.
By Yaffa Ganz
If I can't save the world at large, the least I can do is to try to save or improve my own small world.
By Sandy Eller
We survived the week so well that no one in my family ever realized they were living through my planned experiment.
Hundreds of thousands of people visit the house each year and are touched by the tragic story.
What I call verbal terrorism is tragically not rare at all.
A great portion of mental illness stems from a defect in the body.
On Tuesday, July 28, the first kosher food stand ever at Dodger Stadium opened. The stand is owned by Jeff Rohatiner, owner of Jeff’s Gourmet located on Pico Blvd. Jeff’s Kosher Hot Dog stand, located at the grill adjacent to Tommy Lasorda’s Trattoria in the right-field plaza, will offer a kosher hot dog and a […]
The student followers of the Malach stood in direct opposition to his philosophy and to the standards of the yeshiva.
In comparison for the same year, there were 5,135 kidney transplants from a living donor and 10,015 kidney transplants from a deceased donor.
An impressive group of counselors and staff members are providing the boys and girls with a summer of fun and Torah learning and a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Rabbi Sam Intrator recently led a summer program in Williams Island, located in Aventura. The event focused on how to find spiritual joy in Judaism. The rabbi cited biblical and Talmudic teachings, ancient Temple rituals, and the words of prayers to establish the role that love and positive thinking have in Torah values. Rabbi Intrator […]
The Iranian deal was sealed on July 14, four and a half months after Netanyahu's visit. The details of the agreement were shocking and worse than anyone had imagined.
By Jodie Maoz
There are so many toys available for newborn to age 5, but how do you choose?
In 1939, with life getting harder for Jews, she and several friends decided it was time to make aliyah, and applied at the Palestina Amt for permits.
By Dr. Judith S. Bendheim Guedalia
I am not sure how many of you readers have had this experience, but I did and it truly tested the limits of my sanity!
Aside from my own 485-page tome on the subject, Red Army, I think Jamie Glazov did an excellent job at framing things in United in Hate: The Left's Romance with Tyranny and Terror.
I've been getting a lot of questions, so I thought I would answer a few of them in this week’s column. Keep those questions coming!
Jews who were considered, but not ultimately selected, include Woody Allen, Saul Bellow, David Ben-Gurion, Marc Chagall, Anne Frank, and Barbra Streisand.
Cantor Moti Boyer came from the East Coast to support the event.
Personally I wish that I had a mother like my wife.
What’s the difference between the first and second ten-year-old?
What makes this diary so historically significant is that it is not just the private memoir of Dr. Seidman. Rather, it is a reflection of the suffering of Klal Yisrael at that time.
Rabbi Lau is a world class speaker. When he relates stories, even concentration camp stories, the audience is mesmerized. As we would soon discover, he is in the movie as well.
Each essay, some adapted from lectures Furst prepared for live audiences, begins with several basic questions around a key topic.
For the last several years, four Jewish schools in the Baltimore Jewish community have been expelling students who have not received their vaccinations.
“We can't wait for session II to begin” said camp director Mrs. Judy Neufeld.
Chabad Chayil wishes all a happy and healthy remainder of summer.
It’s ironic that the title of terrorist has been bestowed upon a couple whose alleged actions resulted in the death of three turtles.
“There is much for us to learn from this extraordinary family and their outstanding son,” said Rabbi Goldberg.
By Pnina Baim
If either of you already has the basic kitchen, bathroom, and dining necessities, resist the urge to dump everything you have and start all over again.
By Rhona Lewis
On an ice-cold night in 1942, while taking part in a demanding Palmach training course in Juara in north Israel, Chaviva Reich made the treacherous descent to kibbutz Ein Hashofet to bring back some grapes for her colleagues and raise their morale. She was caught by a kibbutz guard, the grapes were confiscated, and she […]
Who is this wonder woman? Tally Makovsky Eitan is a scion of a family that has lived in Jerusalem for eleven generations!
A new wardrobe is often necessary when a woman goes through a major life transformation.
By JNi.Media
This red seaweed tastes like bacon when cooked, or so we've been told...
Why should any girl deserve to end up with a guy who can't even think straight?
So, what do we do about grammar? Should we do grammar drills? Should we hope that the students pick it up from reading?
Not as well known is that long before Anderson was denied permission to sing at Constitution Hall, she was refused lodging at Nassau Inn in Princeton during her April 16, 1937 concert at the McCarter Theatre there, and Albert Einstein invited her into his home as a guest.
Thankfully, camp mommy has been going along swimmingly (see what I did there?) until now.
Most people know that in therapy they will be asked to talk in depth about their personal lives and to describe their day-to-day struggles with specific people, whether it is with spouses, family members, bosses or neighbors, etc. They are therefore surprised to learn that this is not permitted in EFGT.
Most experts agree that with specialized coaching, a person’s social “intelligence” can be significantly raised.