Rabbi Aaron Waldman, originally called Chai in Chinese, immigrated to Israel and converted to Judaism. Currently living an ultra-Orthodox lifestyle, he aspires to establish a yeshiva for adults. How did he discover Judaism in communist China, and how does he handle his family's alienation over his transformative decision?
The 'Shayach Israel' synagogue was established after the Toulouse murder in memory of Yonatan Sandler HY"D. How did the community members react to the desecration of the Torah scrolls, and what did they do with the one scroll that remained intact despite the break-in and humiliation? An interview with Shmuel Marciano, the synagogue's gabai.
While the Chertokov family from Yavne'el celebrated their son's Bar Mitzvah, their house caught fire. Flames reached a height of about five meters, turning the home into a blaze. "The great miracle is that we weren't at home," recount the parents as they describe coping with the destruction of their home.
Despite the health risks, Israelis continue to consume large amounts of sugar. How can you break free from sugar addiction? Discover insights and tips from nutrition experts.
Reznic, ranked among the top 10 violinists in the world, shares his journey from international stages to Torah, prayer, and the haunted violin that once played in Auschwitz
Hadas Tapuchi, a mother of four from the settlement of Atarot, was killed in a serious car accident 500 meters before entering the settlement. Her family urges a swift investigation to determine whether Hadas died from a car accident or stone-throwing.
Michelle, daughter of singer Benny Elbaz and sister of singer Gad Elbaz, was involved in a serious car accident when her vehicle collided powerfully with a truck. She suffered cuts from shattered glass and was rushed to the hospital with concerns of significant and irreversible damage. Days after the accident, she shares her insights.
How did Nadia Cohen, the widow of Eli Cohen, raise their three children, and what did he write in his final letter to her? An interview with 83-year-old Nadia on Eli Cohen's mysterious life and work as a top Israeli spy caught in Syria.
"Working with children who face ADHD is intense, but ultimately rewarding. We discover just how loved and enlightened our children are, and alongside that, we also learn about ourselves and our partners." A conversation with clinical psychologist, Meirav Beker.
Rabbi Arush shares how emunah, acceptance, and gratitude open the gates of blessing — even in life’s most painful trials
What would you answer if the king gave you the chance to ask for something? Mike Karuchi, the Israeli singer, left the King of Morocco in awe with his response, stating: 'A Jew will always remain a Jew.' An enlightening interview about the roots of Moroccan music and the world of liturgical poetry.
Rebbetzin Leah Kolodetsky, daughter of the esteemed Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky and Rivka Batsheva Esther Kanievsky (of blessed memory), opens up about her parents' profound influence and the lessons she carries forward.
Rabbi David Ruimi is dedicated to making Judaism accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing. He teaches Torah classes, officiates weddings, and guides Bar Mitzvah boys in sign language. What is the one thing you should never do to the deaf?
The Shabbat Center at Soroka Hospital needs couples who can volunteer their time to host patient companions for free. The coordinators share: "Many of the hosting couples who came to spend Shabbat with us were blessed with pregnancies. We can't promise anything, but it just happens."
A Christmas tree was placed to celebrate the upcoming holiday. Students are upset: "The college has a Jewish character. If we were studying in Bethlehem, no one would set up a menorah for us." Following our inquiry, the college says: "We will reassess the location of the tree, considering the feelings of the majority of the student body."
Not everyone appreciated Chef Liran Bleu's decision to turn the Temple Restaurant in Kfar Saba kosher, but he counters: "In Israel, a non-kosher restaurant has no right to exist."
Knitting with Love: Around 30 women from the Sharon region and central Israel have embraced the preemie ward at Poriya Hospital, creating stunning wool hats for the infants. Rina Pinchasov, the project initiator: "We knit miniature hats and pray for their growth."
About a month ago, Minister of Religious Services David Azoulay, of blessed memory, passed away after battling a serious illness. He left behind an unwritten will: to work for the ordinary citizen. On the 30th day since his passing, his son MK Yinon Azoulay shares about his father's character.
Moshe Weitzman, after years of acting and rising as a star, decides to change direction. Now, he practices blacksmithing, studies with a partner, immerses daily in the Kinneret, and believes: "The main thing is to bring pleasure to the Creator."
Prayers, reading of Psalms, a wave of support, and especially strong insights are the results of the heart event experienced by Rabbi Erez Moshe Doron. "The attending doctor explained to me that if I had arrived half an hour later, I would probably have reached another world," the rabbi says in a special interview with the Hidabroot website.
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