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Reading the signposts: What bus seats and pension meetings teach us about aging - opinion

Growing older may be unavoidable, but surrendering to it is not. The writer finds humor in the moments that reveal just how close retirement has become.

The aging process
THE AUTHOR attempts to place today’s challenges within the broader sweep of Jewish history and Torah.

'Reclaiming Redemption Vol. II': Tracing Jewish survival from exile to war - book review

HANNAH PRESENTS her infant son Samuel to the high priest Eli, painted by Gerbrand van den Eeckhout, c. 1665.

'The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel': Groundbreaking way to explore the Book of Samuel - review

TALI NAVON.

Three artists, three questions: Creating an alternative reality


'Engaging the Essence': The Lubavitcher Rebbe as philosopher - review

While the Rebbe did not write a system, he spoke to occasions for 40 years. Bronstein anchors the structure of the Rebbe’s talks in his first discourse of 1951.

CHABAD ‘SHLUCHIM’ gather in front of 770 Eastern Parkway, New York, in 2022.

A tale of two Aris: How a fallen IDF soldier’s name forged a lifelong family bond - opinion

After recovering intel from Hamas headquarters and saving countless lives, Sgt. Ari Weiss was shot and passed away, but his name has inspired heroic legacies for 18 children.

ARI & ANAELLE PREISER under the ‘huppah.’

Voices from the Arab press: Elon Musk, the world's first trillionaire

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

ELON MUSK, SpaceX CEO speaks via videolink on the day of SpaceX’s IPO, at the Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City, June 12.

The deal of the millennia: Like acne, peace is breaking out across the Middle East - opinion

The lion is not eating the lamb, but sitting down at the table together with the lamb, piled with burgers and fries alongside Persian kotlet and Ghormeh Sabzi.

HOLD ON to your turbans: Trump has threatened to take on a Persian diet and eat kotlet every day.

Roy Freeman: Building a comfortable community for LGBT olim in Israel

Roy Freeman, a British-born immigrant living in Israel, is building a support network for LGBT olim, by offering community events and a softer landing for newcomers making aliyah.

HOLDING A BANNER for LGBT Olim at Tel Aviv Pride, June 12.

Inside the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from a roaring USMNT to regime-defying Iranians

A father-son trip to the FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles becomes an unforgettable night, as the USMNT wins big and Iranian protesters outside the stadium draw attention with competing flags.

USA V. PARAGUAY face-off: Group D match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Los Angeles SoFi Stadium, June 12.

In the kitchen with Henny: Healthy, fresh salads for the summer

From sushi salad to shawarma chicken and quinoa bowls, these fresh meals are easy, make-ahead dinners perfect for hot summer days with something for everyone.

Sushi salad.

Amaya: Outstanding culinary experience in Rehovot - restaurant review

The food at Amaya is outstanding. We let chef Oren Asido choose for us, and every dish was not only delicious but also visually arresting.

Some of the dishes made at Amaya restaurant in Rehovot.

Wine Talk: From little acorns

In Israel’s Upper Galilee, Lahat Winery is crafting a unique style of wine focused on freshness, and balance, showing a shift in how Israeli wine is made and enjoyed.

WINEMAKER, CONSULTANT, educator Itay Lahat, a leading and influential figure on Israeli wine scene.

Nature without barriers: Lotem transforms outdoor experiences for people with disabilities

With wartime keeping Israelis in shelters and indoors, spending time in nature is crucial and the Lotem organization is making sure the same opportunities are there for people with disabilities.

NATURE VISIT with Ilan organization families.