Dear Aviva, My husband works two jobs — both of equal importance. This is to allow us to have a stable financial household and allows me to stay at home with my young children, which is very … more

HAFTR High school senior Jason Fruchter took home the bronze medal for doubles in tennis at this year’s Maccabi Australia games. Fruchter, 17, is currently ranked at number two on Long … more

In the midst of the tumult surrounding the last of the plagues we are given our first dose of the mitzvot. The Israelites in Egypt were instructed to take what is commonly translated as a … more

As a self-proclaimed gym rat, it is very rare that a day goes by without me exercising for at least an hour. Some people prefer to workout at home — and some people prefer not to work out at all. I … more

The phrase justice is blind has been interpreted throughout the ages in a variety of ways. None so literal for me as the story I’m about to tell. I had been practicing for only a few months some 20 … more

By Zechariah Mehler Like any other medium food can be art. The chef is an artist, forming a harmonious amalgam of components to create flavors that excite the palate. Thanks to the growing number … more

What are the halachos (laws) of Jewish prayer? This is the topic of a new book jointly published by Yeshivat Hat Eztion, the Orthodox Union and Ktav Publishing. Titled, “Hilchot Tefillah: A … more

I looked forward to the championship game for weeks. I was an athlete growing up and I still enjoy physical activity, but much to my husband’s dismay, I have never appreciated the role of spectator … more

You only know that you’re a Jewish editor when someone compares you to Adolph Hitler. The cover story of last week’s issue of The Jewish Star, “Shining a light on Iowa,” about a rally … more