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Forgiveness as freedom: The deeper message of Selichot

The ancient prayers remind us that letting go of resentment is not weakness; It is the key to growth and renewal

Nachman (Nathan) Hoffman | 09.18.25

Israel’s population grows to 10.1 million on Rosh Hashanah eve despite record emigration

CBS data shows Israel added 101,000 residents this year despite negative migration; some 179,000 babies born, 25,000 immigrants arrived and more than half of Israelis expect their economic situation to improve

Yaron Drukman | 09.17.25

Ukrainian Jewish communities mark difficult year; Rosh Hashanah preparations amid war

Despite war and hardship, Jewish communities in Ukraine prepare for High Holidays with 51,500 holiday packages sent across 169 cities

Itamar Eichner | 09.17.25

A sweet new year in every glass: The top 5 Israeli wines for Rosh Hashanah

This Rosh Hashanah, Israeli wine carries more than flavor — it symbolizes resilience, renewal and solidarity; from Argaman to Chardonnay, five bottles reflect the land, the people and the promise that Israel endures

Adam Scott Bellos | 09.14.25

Israeli mother, daughter severely injured in car accident in Uman ahead of Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

Girl, 6, and mother hurt when their car overturned while visiting Rabbi Nachman’s grave site, as tens of thousands prepare to travel to Ukraine despite major flight disruptions and mounting logistical challenges

Shilo Freid | 09.10.25

Israel’s resilient culinary scene: 10 notable restaurants of the past Hebrew year

Even as the Gaza war spans two Hebrew years and shutters eateries, Israel’s resilience shines in gastronomy; for the second year, we spotlight 10 restaurants—newcomers and reinvented favorites—that embody creativity despite crisis

Buzzy Gordon | 09.08.25

Rosh Hashanah 2025: These are the holiday's times, customs and traditions

When does the holiday begin and end, why is the shofar blown, what is behind the simanim (symbolic foods), and what does the custom of 'Tashlich' (throwing away) symbolize? Everything you need to know for Rosh Hashanah 2025

Rabbis Shmuel Shapira, Yehuda Brandes, Menachem Perl and Yoself Tzvi Rimon | 08.27.25

Why do tens of thousands of Israelis travel to Uman on Rosh Hashanah?

The annual pilgrimage to Uman has been in the headlines this year not only because of special government funding but also over the demand that draft dodgers not be arrested on their way to visit grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov; So who was Rabbi Nachman, when did Israelis begin arriving at his grave in such large numbers, and why do the obstacles not deter them?

Shilo Freid | 08.27.25

Rabbi Nachman's grave in Uman to be renovated in $2 million project

The Breslav Union in Uman announced a $2 million renovation of Rabbi Nachman’s gravesite, adding new prayer halls, a women’s section, accommodations for kohanim, and improved facilities; The project aims to ease overcrowding and enhance conditions for tens of thousands pilgrims who visit annually

Itamar Eichner | 08.24.25

Thousands of Israelis stranded after Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage to Uman

Thousands of Israeli worshippers returning from Rabbi Nachman’s grave in Uman stranded due to war-induced flight cancellations; many stuck in Romania, with Shas party efforts underway to bring them back to Israel

Shilo Freid | 10.08.24

Wonderful world: Nature photographers wrap up Jewish year

The Israeli Nature Photography Association publishes a series of photographs of Israel's beautiful landscapes and nature from the last year in light of Rosh Hashanah

Yogev Israeli | 10.04.24

Rosh Hashanah letters from the Holocaust period uncovered

On the occasion of Rosh Hashanah and amid the ongoing war, the Ghetto Fighters' House Museum unveiled greetings written by Jews during the Holocaust, including letters, postcards, and notes, many displayed for the first time

Itamar Eichner | 10.03.24

A year of war: Israel's struggles and triumphs on multiple fronts

Failures of October 7 yet to be investigated; with 101 hostages in captivity, political dawdling on Gaza's future and displaced northern residents, uncertainty persists; yet the IDF’s recovery offers hope; a look back to a year that changed everything

Ron Ben-Yishai | 10.03.24

'Nearly everyone is in need': Ukrainian Jews grapple with severe rconomic crisis amid war

‘Many have lost their jobs,’ says Kyiv rabbi as Mykolaiv’s Jewish community warns ‘people are living hand to mouth; this Rosh Hashanah, community leaders shared their worries with Ynet

Itamar Eichner | 10.03.24

New footage shows Rosh Hashana shofar blowing in Saddam Hussein's Iraq

Recently released video shows rare celebration of Jewish holiday in 1998, while dictator Saddam Hussein still held power over Iraq

Itamar Eichner | 10.02.24

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