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We cannot do spiritual growth all on our own

Western individualism encourages us to think we can search for meaning on our own terms but Rosh Hashanah reminds us we need God to help us find our way

3 min read

September 15, 2023 14:04

We cannot do spiritual growth all on our own

Judaism

Even our biblical ancestors sometimes got it wrong

On the face of it, the exile of Ishmael and the near-sacrifice of Isaac seem odd Torah readings to start the new year

5 min read

September 15, 2023 13:48

Even our biblical ancestors sometimes got it wrong

The ten million decisions I need to make in the run up to frenetic festive season

It's about whom to invite, when, with whom, what family to see, what to cook, and if there’s time, what to wear too

3 min read

September 15, 2023 13:11

Illustration for a dinner table set for the traditional "seder" meal for the upcoming Jewish New year ( Rosh ha Shana). September 10, 2017. Photo by Mendy Hachtman/ Flash90 *** Local Caption *** ??? ???? ??? ???? ???? ??? ???? ???? ????? ??

Jewish comedy writer helping Neighbours fans get their fix of soap with new podcast

Leaving Erinsborough has attracted celebrity guests including Neighbours actor Lucinda Cowden and script producer Shane Isheev

3 min read

September 15, 2023 12:57

Jewish comedy writer helping Neighbours fans get their fix of soap with new podcast

Israeli news

PR guru using 'Dogfluencers' to boost Israel's image

Joanna Landau also brings digital influencers to the Jewish state for tours

4 min read

September 15, 2023 12:32

PR guru using 'Dogfluencers' to boost Israel's image

Nightlife

The London club night offering a spectacle of queer Jewish joy

The over-the-top night 'leans in' to the British Jewish experience and is an affair even your bubbe and zayde will enjoy

3 min read

September 15, 2023 12:02

The London club night offering a spectacle of queer Jewish joy

Shabbat

Shabbat times from September 15 to September 22

Shabbat times for the week

1 min read

September 15, 2023 11:54

Two lit shabbat candles in silver candlesticks

Sidrah

Parashah of the week: Rosh Hashanah

“Now Hannah was praying in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice could not be heard. So Eli thought she was drunk” 1 Samuel 1:13

1 min read

September 15, 2023 11:54

A torah (Hebrew scripture) reading. The "yod" - a hand-shaped silver pointer - is used by the reader to mark his or her place in the text.

Court and Crime

Israeli rabbi accused of using fake profiles to trick dozens of women into sex is charged

Yosef Paryzer allegedly used aliases such as Jake Segal on Tinder to lure women

1 min read

September 15, 2023 11:26

Israeli rabbi accused of using fake profiles to trick dozens of women into sex is charged

Russia Ukraine War

Despite warnings, thousands of Orthodox Jews are going to Ukraine this week

Up to 30,000 Charedim are expected to defy Ukraine's chief rabbi and the Israeli PM to visit the city of Uman to worship, be cleansed of their sins - and dance to techno music

3 min read

September 15, 2023 11:16

Despite warnings, thousands of Orthodox Jews are going to Ukraine this week

Football

Chelsea FC create Jewish supporters group, following Arsenal and Watford

The club has become the third major football team to announce a Jewish support group for fans

2 min read

September 15, 2023 11:01

MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 12: Enzo Fernandez of Chelsea in action during the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg match between Real Madrid and Chelsea FC at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on April 12, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Flor Tan Jun/Getty Images)

Beauty

The complex history of Jews, nose jobs and antisemitism

Jewish people changing their nose shape was linked to a desire to assimilate into wider society but now rising numbers are undergoing rhinoplasty for other reasons

3 min read

September 15, 2023 10:47