Sivan Ya’ari on Bringing Israeli Innovation to Rural Africa
Ya'ari and her Innovation:Africa venture are using Israeli solar energy to dig wells and install water pumps in 10 African countries.
Active Security: The Gun Debate Comes to the Synagogue
The argument is not simply between Second Amendment die-hards and liberals fighting for stronger gun laws. It involves rising anti-Semitism, political rhetoric and easier access to firearms.
Remembering Summers and Honeymoons in the Mountains
More than 80 readers shared stories of summers spent in mountain bungalows, and of jobs as babysitters and waiters.
Grossinger’s Heiress on Life as ‘Elaine From That Famous Hotel’
Insider memories shared by ‘Elaine from that famous hotel’—from Debbie Reynolds' wedding to Jenny Grossinger's cookbook.
Young Jews Are Bringing the Catskills Back to Life
In New York's legendary Catskill Mountains, the Borscht Belt is giving way to boutique hotels and yoga retreats.
Jewish Agencies in Florida Prepare for Hurricane Dorian
Effects of Hurricane Dorian will be felt in Florida, then in Georgia and both North and South Carolina.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Appoints Rabbi as Envoy to Israel
Brener, rabbi emeritus of the Union Israelita de Caracas synagogue and a former chief Ashkenazi rabbi of Venezuela, was approved for the position by Congress on Tuesday.
Immigration to Israel up Nearly 30 Percent Thanks to Russians
Aliyah from Russia rose by 72 percent to 7,884 arrivals this year. The number of Ukrainian Jews making aliyah was likewise up.
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