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The Borscht Belt hotels were cornerstones of Jewish family life that have no real replacement

Imagine season-long communal residences where families could book recurring weeks or weekends throughout the year, creating consistent community rather than one-off vacations.

By SARA FREDMAN AEDER/JTA
07/01/2025

'I came to make his cry heard': Hostage, bereaved families demand better treatment from Knesset

The October Council, representing October 7 victims' families, urged Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana to ensure respectful treatment and announced plans to demand a state inquiry at the Knesset.

Names of grandchildren: The last great mystery

"I don’t like to know the end of any story – or any hint of how a story will end – before its time. If I’m reading a movie review that says 'spoiler alert,' I quickly turn the page."

05/01/2025

Children and teens with cancer fight an additional battle

Amid the sea of collective pain that we navigate as a nation, life is a gift worth cherishing every single day.

By EFRAT LICHTMAN
04/01/2025

Reflections on resilience and hope as Israel welcomes 2025

Our reflections on resilience, hope, and unity guide the nation forward, honoring past challenges while striving for a future of peace, healing, and the safe return of hostages.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
04/01/2025

Parashat Vayeshev: Joseph and Judah's odysseys to leadership

Joseph and Judah each embark on their own personal odysseys toward leadership.

My son Moish: A mother's love for her unique, incredible son

He is still Moish, always looking for the next challenge and bringing sunshine into my life.

Seizing the second act: Women aged 40+ starting a journey to self-actualization

The journey to self-actualization isn’t selfish; it’s a necessary pause to refuel spiritually and emotionally so that we can become the best version of ourselves at this stage of life.

By JAMIE GELLER
17/12/2024

A Jewish family's history stitched together by challah covers

'I wanted to bring back beauty to the Shabbat table while also honoring women,' says Liora Haruni.

By FERN ALLEN
16/12/2024

Birth, death, and birth again: The complex emotions that December brings

December is a complex tapestry of emotions for me, intertwining joy and profound loss as I navigate personal milestones and memories tied to the month.

By HADASSAH CHEN
07/12/2024
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