High holidays
American Jewish community security spending surpasses $1 billion, new data shows
The new study finds that the average spend across over 4,500 Jewish communal institutions amounts to roughly $225,000 per institution which represents a 33% increase compared to 2024.
Tishrei Holidays 2026: Is it really more cost-effective for families to fly abroad?
Vacation starts in traffic jams: Ben Gurion Airport prepares for an exceptionally busy month
US calls on international governments to protect Jewish communities ahead of High Holy Days
Before Rosh Hashanah, Elul asks us to practice, persevere, and rise a little each day
A shofar that would not sound and Shahar Pe'er's refusal to quit offer an Elul lesson in perseverance, inner strength and preparing for the Jewish New Year one day at a time.
Where are Israelis escaping to during the holidays? Top destinations seeing a demand surge
Ahead of the High Holy Days, vacation demand has jumped 25%, with Seychelles, Mauritius, and Corfu leading as safety becomes a top traveler priority.
US urges countries to boost security around synagogues ahead of High Holidays
The State Department is also seeking increased protection around Jewish community residential areas and along routes used by worshippers walking to synagogues.
Grapevine: Nahlaot journeys
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
From fake burps to reverse tashlich, new children’s books bring the High Holidays to life
The 2026 High Holiday season brings a new set of Jewish children’s books, with new stories spanning Rosh Hashanah traditions, Yom Kippur apologies and Sukkot celebrations.
Israelis return to booking vacations early: These are the destinations gaining popularity
Crete, Rhodes, Batumi, and Budapest lead bookings for the High Holy Days as average airfares remain 6% below last year, for now.
Fire at kosher meat processing plant in Iowa shuts down production ahead of High Holidays
Elefant said OU Kosher was working to “find solutions for ramping up production at other plants” while warning that the crisis could fuel bad actors.
'From Alienation to Monarchy': Ruth and the architecture of loving-kindness - book review
Yael Ziegler’s 'Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy' is a 534-page book on a four-chapter megillah.
Voice dedications and videos: Shufersal launches app for redeeming the Gold Gift Card
The app enables receiving digital gift cards, sending gifts, and adding personal dedications - without physical cards.
Refresh for Passover: Holiday sets and precise cooking and serving tools
Ahead of the 2026 Passover shopping season – a roundup of products for the holiday, from cooking and serving tools to care sets and bedding.
