These Jewish Students Just Made A HUGE Kiddush Hashem on National Television
From time to time the Jimmy Kimmel show likes to set up odd scenarios out on Hollywood Boulevard and see how long it takes for passersby to notice them and interact.
Counter-Terrorism Agency Warns Israelis Traveling To Europe
In its latest travel warning, the National Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Bureau has published a list warning Israelis on dangers they could face in no fewer than 41 countries – including in Western and Northern Europe.
Yosi Piamenta, 64, OBM
Musician Yosi Piamenta, one of the most beloved and veteran voices in the Jewish music scene, passed away on Sunday, Elul 8, 5775.
American Airlines Dropped Israel Route To Deepen Ties With Arab Carriers
Citing financial considerations, American Airlines said at the end of last week it would stop flying to Israel, but sources in the aviation industry told TheMarker that the real reason is the United States carrier’s ties with Arab airlines through its Oneworld alliance.
First Haredi Woman Accepted Into El Al Pilot Course
A haredi woman has for the first time been accepted into El Al’s elite pilot training course, which will begin in three months, Yedioth Ahronoth reported on Wednesday.
Rochel Wahrman A”h, Fatally Struck By NYC Bus In Midtown
A 69-year-old woman, Rochel Wahrman a”h, was fatally struck by a bus in Midtown Manhattan today, police said.
Chief Rabbi Yosef: If Prayer Leader Has TV or Smartphone, Find Another Prayer Service
Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef has spoken out for a second time of late against the use of smartphones in the haredi community, saying that the use of such devices should disqualify people from leading prayer services in synagogue.
More Ultra-Orthodox Israelis Are Traveling Abroad
Secular people looking for a vacation abroad think mainly about destination and price. They look on the Internet for good deals and might even wait until the last minute to decide, depending on what comes up. For the ultra-Orthodox, things are not so simple.
Cousin of Teenager Who Died Drowning In Hampstead Heath Pond Describes Frantic Search To Find His Body
The cousin of a teenager who drowned in the Highgate Men’s Pond on Hampstead Heath has described how he lost sight of him under the water.
Is Johnnie Walker Whiskey Still Kosher? Maybe, Maybe Not
The Internet has lit up with warnings that Johnnie Walker scotch whiskey is no longer considered kosher.