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The ultra-Orthodox woman who became a successful pilot

Naomi Schayek recounts her journey toward the secular world and her realization that she wanted to learn how to operate and fly aircraft

Maya Benita | 06.02.24

נשים חרדיות שהשתלבו במשמר האזרחי בירושלים

Haredi women packing heat, take arms to protect their community

A group of women from the ultra-Orthodox community asked the Israel Police to give them both the training and the weaponry required to pull their weight in safeguarding Jerusalem; 'I am truly doing my mission, what I feel needs to be done since October 7'

Nir (Shoko) Cohen | 05.31.24

IDF shed illusion it must be 'small, smart force' after October 7

Opinion: After 636 soldiers killed, thousands wounded in war, IDF struggles to recap the numbers needed to meet demands on multiple fronts, while relying on reservists to make up the difference only goes so far; 7 urgent steps that must be taken

Yossi Yehoshua | 05.27.24

Police, pilgrims clash at Mount Meron as access restricted due to security concerns

Hundreds force their way into military-restricted zone amid recurring Hezbollah attacks; violent clashes lead to suspension of officers pending investigation

Yair Kraus | 05.26.24

תיעוד מפעילות גדוד נצח יהודה במרחב בית חאנון

US sanctions against Haredi IDF battalion 'ridiculous,' veteran says

Maj. (res.) Yossi Levi, CEO of nonprofit supporting Netzah Yehuda soldiers, accuses Muslim Brotherhood-linked group of trying to defame IDF, hails Haredi troops for their service despite personal costs

Alexandra Lukash | 04.30.24

האדמו"ר מבעלז, רבי ישכר דב רוקח (הראשון), מוקף בחסידים במרינבד (מריאנסקה לאזנייה)

Franz Kafka meets Belzer rebbe in 1916 and his notes are translated in 2024

In 1916, Kafka accompanied Rabbi Yissachar Dov Rokeach's entourage and was impressed by the regal figure of the Rebbe, but much less so by his close associates; 'You can't be close to the Rebbe without adverse effects'

Dr. Eliezer Hayun | 04.25.24

Focus on integrating the ultra-Orthodox into Israel's future economy

Opinion: The equation of sharing the burden is no longer valid, and the economic imbalance will only worsen in the coming years; We must begin to address it now before it's too late.

Dr. Amit Serusi | 04.02.24

IDF unveils new plan to incorporate ultra-Orthodox sector in national defense mission

New military plans advises establishing a 'settlement defense authority' that will provide volunteers with training before placing them in various West Bank communities to bolster defenses instead of conscripted troops

Yossi Yehoshua | 03.31.24

בנימין נתניהו, ישיבה תלמידי ישיבות חרדים אברכים

Court stops funding to Haredis not serving in IDF

Prime minister consults with ultra-Orthodox coalition partners after ruling to prevent coalition crisis if they chose to resign; Shas leader says he can understand those who refuse to serve in the military of a country that fights against the Yeshiva world

Tova Zimuky | 03.28.24

IDF prepares for a potential Haredi recruitment

Opinion: Military says it's making preparations and changes to various recruitment and assessment systems to try and remove obstacles for ultra-Orthodox men to enlist including dedicated training centers manned exclusively by men

Yossi Yehoshua | 03.25.24

Sexual abuse survivors in NY Orthodox community take a stand

Ultra-Orthodox survivors run Miami marathon and raise money for others including those dealing with addiction; Here are some of their stories

Ynetnews | 03.21.24

Rabbi becomes father at 88; 'it's a happiness like no other, never lose hope'

Rabbi Tzvi Kushelevsky, head of major Jerusalem yeshiva, and wife, 57, welcome firstborn; nephew heaps praise on medical assistance that enabled miraculous birth: 'Doctors are the messengers of the Creator'

Alexandra Lukash, Nina Fox | 03.13.24

Chief rabbi threatens Haredi exodus over conscription, critics call for his resignation

'If you force us to go to the army, we’ll all move abroad,' says Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, tying Israel's military successes to Torah study; 'Rabbi Yosef's words are an insult and disgrace to IDF soldiers who risk their lives to defend the country,' Lapid says

Moran Azulay | 03.10.24

יצאנו לדבר עם תלמידי הישיבות על נושא הגיוס לצה"ל

War drums fail to stir Haredi enlistment enthusiasm for IDF service

Army seeks to bolster Haredi enlistment, but faces stiff resistance; Haredi reservists criticize IDF's inability to accommodate their observant lifestyle, while some argue Torah study protects Israel as effectively as tanks; 'Every soldier saved is thanks to Gemara page I studied'

Liran Tamari, Nina Fox | 03.04.24

Haredi stabbed by Muslim teen in Zurich

Swiss police say investigating motive of attack after the victim and perpetrator had been in dispute; Jewish community leader says attacks of this nature are rare but increasing since war began

Itamar Eichner, Tamar Sebok | 03.03.24

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