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Reichman University launches RiseApp to strengthen Jewish communities worldwide

“RiseApp aims to create a digital home that strengthens connection, reliable information, and resilience within Jewish communities worldwide.”
"Consumers are shifting away from fast fashion toward more sustainable choices, prioritizing quality, ethics, and environmental responsibility over cheap, disposable trends."

The rise of sustainable fashion: Why consumers are rethinking fast fashion

Channah Appel trained to become a medical clown under the name of  Channa Banana, inspired by the movie ‘Patch Adams.’

Clowning, caring, and claiming her voice: How Jerusalemite Channah Appel is making a difference

The Luria project by Tzarfati Shimon in Arnona, Jerusalem.

Luria: A Jerusalem-inspired project with modern boutique design


From grief to legacy: Israeli families transform loss into living memorials

Since October 7, dozens of initiatives have been launched in memory of someone who was killed in the massacre or the ensuing war.

Omri Michaeli.

Lighting Hanukkah candles in an age of Jewish anxiety - opinion

Hanukkah is no longer just a memory of survival. It is a test of Israel’s responsibility to Jews facing fear abroad.

Hatzalah in Sydney volunteers responding a mass shooting at Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia, December 14, 2025.

Hospital discharge should not be the finish line: Doctors must help patients reintegrate - opinion

A critical, defined part of a medical team's job must be managing the patient's transition to the community.

 An illustrative image of a nurse writing a prescription.

ILA unveils plan for Israel’s first American-model retirement village

“This is a strategic move that reflects our commitment to promoting advanced housing solutions for the elderly population," said Yaakov Quint, Director of the Israel Land Authority.

'Planned retirement village in Arad' - illustrative

Why Miami’s entrepreneurs are embracing hybrid work and premium coworking

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At The Jewish Agency Board Meeting, ‘we act to impact’ becomes a blueprint for Israel’s recovery

Community representatives met with relatives of hostages and with bereaved families, toured war-affected areas, and discussed plans to increase aliyah while confronting antisemitism.

L to R: Jewish Agency Leadership: Mark Wilf, Chairman of the Board of Governors  Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog, Chairman of the Executive; Bruce Sholk, Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee, and Yehuda Setton, CEO and Director General.

This Thanksgiving, Jewish gratitude begins with acknowledging the land beneath our feet - opinion

A San Diego rabbi explores the history of Rose Canyon and delves into how the synagogue's land acknowledgment connects Jewish values to indigenous justice.

The Indigenous Kumeyaay territory of 1769 includes modern-day San Diego and Baja California.

Under Your Wings: A gathering to celebrate, support Israel's converts to Judaism

The evening offered a rare chance for converts to come together, share their stories, and celebrate the blessings of their journeys.

Converts share their stories in a discussion circle at the Under Your Wings event.

Building communities from afar: Remote work brings us closer than we think - opinion

The power of digital nomadism is not rooted in the freedom it offers but in the connections it creates.

THE WRITER sits in one of his home offices somewhere around the world. Remote work turns out to be more than a way to detach from the office; it becomes a way to reconnect with people, ideas, and cultures, the writer maintains.

HER’s expansion to Jerusalem offers a much-needed network for ‘olot’

By launching a Jerusalem chapter, HER demonstrates how grassroots, women-focused networks are adapting to the evolving needs of immigrant communities in Israel.

HER founder Sivan Hadari-Avneri gives an opening speech at the launch of HER Jerusalem, Oct. 29, 2025.