Orthodox
Why Does The World Hate Haredi Jews?
One can argue for the jettisoning of the religious status quo in Israel, in law or at the Kotel. But it can be done without demonization.
Inspiring Women | Taking On Tech With 7 Children
Miriam Schwab has worked her way to the top, founding two companies of her own — in a headscarf and with a brood of seven at home.
Orthodox Rabbi Appointed To Serve In Illinois Legislature
“I may be the first rabbi in any state legislature. And that’s very exciting.”
Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Who Visited North Korea Says Don’t Follow Him
“I was scared because if they open it they’ll see the religious parchment and it would be very dangerous,” Alfasi said of the tefillin.
Why Is A Jewish Group Fighting Against Sexual Abuse Survivors?
Agudath Israel, along with the Catholic Church, lobbies against a bill that would provide more legal tools to child sexual abuse survivors. Why?
Orthodox Family In ‘Retarded Jew’ Spat On Spirit Air Flight To Florida
One passenger from Rockland County said the flight attendant used anti-Semitic language, telling a colleague something about “those retarded Jews.”
Orthodox Jews Have White Privilege, Too
Despite their distinctive dress and obvious Jewishness, white Orthodox Jews have a tool in their toolboxes that people of color do not.
Ultra-Orthodox Communities Spark New York’s Worst Measles Outbreak In Recent Memory
“In my memory, I don’t know of a measles outbreak that was this significant,” said Howard Zucker, the state commissioner of health.
Kiryas Joel Secedes From Municipality And Renames Itself ‘Palm Tree’
Its roots date back to the mid-1970s, when Hasidic Jews began settling in the area under the guidance of Satmar Rabbi Joel Teitelbaum.
An Outspoken Orthodox Rabbi Is Breaking The Rabbinate’s Monopoly On Marriage
An outspoken Orthodox rabbi is taking on the megalith of Rabbinate power: Orthodox weddings.
