Shabbat
As I turn 80, I hope my life is and continues to be a journey that inspires others - opinion
Will I ever be religious? I do not know. But, as Baruch ben Michael said in his Ethics, “All things perfect are as difficult as they are rare.”
Haredi protesters attempt to block bus near Meron over Shabbat operations
Rediscovering an ancient gift: What Nigerian Jews taught me about the meaning of Shabbat - opinion
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Jerusalem cafe became symbol of secular defiance, until Israelis learned it's run by Jews for Jesus
“Everyone accuses us of that,” Ben David, the cafe owner, said about proselytizing. “The Jesus goal is not completely out, but it’s not front and center.”
Beyond the Headlines: Jerusalem, a Torah scroll, and finding comfort after Tisha B'Av - opinion
A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won't read about in the news.
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When Shabbat becomes a battleground - opinion
I sat on my balcony watching around 50 haredi (ultra-Orthodox) men and children harass a new cafe’s patrons and staff in Jerusalem’s city center, angry that it was operating on Shabbat.
A Shabbat with a view: Falling for Hotel Beit Shmuel, one balcony at a time - review
Good food, better panoramas, and one contested piece of cake.
Haredi protesters rally outside Jerusalem cafe open on Shabbat
Hundreds of Jerusalem residents gathered in support of Cafe Basimta as police removed two protesters near the entrance.
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Jerusalem cafe will remain open on Shabbat despite ultra-Orthodox protest, owner says
The Jerusalem Post magazine had highlighted Cafe Basimta last week as a new specialty caffeine spot which could serve as a "home away from home" for those seeking a quiet area in Jerusalem.
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Ramat Gan cafe set on fire for third time after owner opens on Shabbat
The incident follows a previous arson at the same cafe in May, after the owner reportedly received threats over the cafe’s Saturday opening.
