Ten years ago, when the National Library of Israel’s new facility was in its initial planning stages, Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks put forward a controversial proposal. He suggested that important … more

It is the deep, reverberating question at the heart of Toldot. Why did Rebecca tell Jacob to deceive Isaac and take Esau’s blessing? Her instruction is brisk and peremptory: Now, my son, … more

Forget dieting during Chanukah! I’ll bake, serve and savor every morsel of my mother’s buttery cakes. For her, Chanukah was more than latkes, though she fried up dozens every night. … more

The IDF will respond “forcefully” to all violations of the ceasefire deal with Iranian-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday night. He said he … more

Two giants of political conservatism, Douglas Murray and Ben Shapiro, starred at Jerusalem’s International Convention Center before a sold-out crowd of more than 3,000 in what might best be … more

Israel and the fight against antisemitism are not the only things Rep. Ritchie Torres has on his mind. Torres, whose Bronx district includes Riverdale, is one of Israel’s staunchest … more

For the first time in nearly a decade, Dead Sea Scrolls manuscripts are on view in the United States in an exhibit of artifacts from the Israel Antiquities Authority, including some objects that have … more

Iranian intelligence services have assembled comprehensive profiles of thousands of Israelis, identifying them as potential targets in both domestic and international operations, security sources … more

Rabbi Zvi Kogan worked tirelessly to grow Jewish life in the UAE. He was murdered by thugs. Why? Because they want Jews to be afraid. And it’s normal to be afraid. But for the … more

A somber mood pervades Chabad-Lubavitch communities globally in the aftermath of Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s murder, allegedly carried out by Uzbekistan-based assassins working at Iran’s behest. … more