At the Table

Ex-judge, A-G to 'Post': Nothing in Halacha stopping Torah scholars from serving in IDF

At the Table: Elyakim Rubinstein, who is Orthodox, said there is nothing in Halacha which states that men studying Torah should not serve in the army.

|ByERICA SCHACHNE, GREER FAY CASHMAN
Conversing with Elyakim Rubinstein in his spacious Jerusalem apartment: ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne (L) and Greer Fay Cashman.
IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. March 19, 2024.

Negotiations in ‘critical hours’: Will Israel intensify war or head to a ceasefire? - analysis

Pressure mounts on Netanyahu to choose between ending the war and reaching a deal to free the hostages or escalating further.

|ByKEREN SETTON/THE MEDIA LINE
Stuart Hershkowitz with 'In Jerusalem' Editor Erica Schachne (C) and Noa Amouyal, at Hamigdal cafe at Jerusaem's Tower of David Museum.

Stuart Hershkowitz: The man quietly transforming Jerusalem’s future

At the Table: Stuart Hershkowitz talks to us about his work, which consists of sitting on a myriad of boards, spanning education, philanthropy, community-building, and economic development.

|ByERICA SCHACHNE, NOA AMOUYAL
The group around the table in the Weisbergs’ Kiryat Moshe home. At head, Chef Josh and wife, Chana Jenny; ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne is 2nd R in back row.

Around the weekday Shabbat table with Rabbi Josh Weisberg

The Weisbergs offer Shabbat-like meals during the week for anyone interested in an immersive Jewish culinary spiritual experience.

|ByERICA SCHACHNE, MARION FISCHEL

Nobel Prize laureate: Israel must reoccupy Gaza Strip

At the Table: Prof. Yisrael (Robert) Aumann, who won the Nobel Prize for work on conflict, cooperation through game-theory, said Israel should establish military presence in Gaza.

APRIL 1, 2024ByERICA SCHACHNE, MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
Prof. Yisrael Aumann in his Baka home in Jerusalem.

Inside ICC Jerusalem, a vision for innovation and global connections

At the Table: An Israeli wine festival. An international dance festival. Eurovision. These are just a few significant events held at the ICC, which is coming up on its 75th anniversary.

MARCH 24, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
ICC Interim CEO Alex Alter (L) and vice president Rakefet Eliaz Iluz showcase the award presented to Iluz and the ICC by the Global Church Network in Feb. Christian organizations consistently put on major events at the center.

Sharansky: Oslo sowed the seeds for the October 7 massacre

At the Table: An international icon and a local Jerusalem celebrity, often glimpsed on streets and in stores, Natan Sharansky's presence adds to the “modern-day miracle” feel of life in Israel.

MARCH 16, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Jerusalem resident and local celebrity Natan Sharansky.

Netta Abugov: Empowering and inspiring women through basketball

At the Table: Empowering girls, inspiring change, and thrilling audiences through basketball.

MARCH 11, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
The red and white: On the court with Hapoel Lev Jerusalem basketball club.

Meet Beatie Deutsch, a religious mom and fastest woman in Israel

At the Table: Seven months pregnant, she conquered the Tel Aviv Marathon. Just after having her fifth child, she won the Jerusalem Marathon, earning the title of the fastest Israeli woman.

MARCH 3, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Beatie Deutsch

Ex-spy Jonathan Pollard wants to enter the Knesset, send Gazan Arabs to Ireland

At the Table: Now back in Israel after 30 years in US prison, Jonathan Pollard is eyeing the Knesset alongside Itamar Ben-Gvir. He calls to annex Gaza, send Gazans to Ireland, and rename the IDF.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Conversing with Jonathan Pollard and wife, Rivkah (to his R) at the Waldorf Astoria King’s Court: ‘Jerusalem Post’ Deputy CEO of Strategy and Innovation Maayan Hoffman (L); and ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne.

Tariq Nassar: Ex-'haredi Muslim' changing Jerusalem through bees, placemaking

At the Table: After meeting the founder of Muslala, which fosters urban agriculture in unused spaces, Tariq Nassar sought to do the same to east Jerusalem.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Tariq Nassar at eastern Jerusalem’s American Colony Hotel.

Kurdistan can be Israel's ambassador to the Muslim world - municipal candidate

AT THE TABLE with Yehuda Ben-Yosef, an Israeli-Kurd community leader and municipal election candidate who wants Kurdistan to be Israel's next Azerbaijan.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
In conversation with city councilman Yehuda Ben-Yosef: ‘Jerusalem Post’ Deputy CEO of Strategy and Innovation Maayan Hoffman (L) and ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne.

Meet the creative force behind Jerusalem's Tower of David Museum

At the Table: Eilat Lieber has a gentle demeanor and sweet disposition – and she’s one of Jerusalem’s best self-proclaimed ambassadors. 

FEBRUARY 2, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Eilat Lieber at the Tower of David Museum.

Chaya Lev: Jerusalem's infectious spirit of dance and positivity

A Black Jew in Israel, Chaya Lev shares her journey – while dropping some hilarious one-liners – and her mission to bring joy to others.

JANUARY 26, 2024ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN, ERICA SCHACHNE
Hummus and Hashem: Chaya Lev smiles big with ‘In Jerusalem’ Editor Erica Schachne at The Red Heifer steakhouse.