In the face of tragedy, a family’s love and a community’s resilience have inspired a project that will serve generations to come. The Story of Sgt. Yovel Moryosef (ז”ל) Sergeant Yovel Moryosef (ז”ל), a dedicated soldier of the Golani Brigade, was known for his kindness, selflessness, and unwavering sense of duty. His name, “Yovel,” carries...
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On This Saddest Day, The Greatest Miracle!
By Hillel Fuld: Since day one, I’ve been telling anyone who will listen that since 10/7, we’ve witnessed so many miracles, it’s hard to count. Some of these miracles are easy to recognize, like how well the beeper operation went down or how successful we were at intercepting or detonating those hundreds of drones and...
Thank G-d for This Manager
Here’s another way to look at this.. He helped some Jewish people do the right thing and not eat at a non-kosher restaurant. If you are Jewish, please listen to the manager. Please don’t eat at CARPACCIO or any other non-kosher joint!
Netanyahu & Rubio Press Conference Re US Support for Israel
Secretary Rubio, my dear friend Marco, it’s great to welcome you in Jerusalem with your delegation. It’s great to welcome you in Jerusalem as Secretary of State of the United States. I have to say that this visit comes in the wake of a historic visit to Washington. I said and I am going to...
Jewish Legislative Caucus calls for Gov. DeSantis to reconsider Scott Yenor appointment to UWF board
The new UWF Board Chair controversially questioned why Jewish Senators were being considered for leadership. The Florida Jewish Legislative Caucus is criticizing the appointment of Scott Yenor as a University of West Florida (UWF) Trustee over comments widely criticized as antisemitic. The bipartisan group called on Gov. Ron DeSantis to reconsider naming the controversial nominee to the UWF board. “We respectfully...
After 25 years, a Boca rabbi-to-all is moving to Israel, but his vision for South Florida remains unchanged
Rabbi Josh Broide is moving to Israel. But his mind remains immersed in Boca Raton. In his latest brainstorm, which he thought of just a month ago, he has been rolling out a red carpet before his “Friday Night Live” Sabbath services at Boca Raton Synagogue. He wants visitors, especially first-timers, to feel welcome. The...
University of Florida launches Jewish classical education program
The University of Florida’s Hamilton Center for Classical and Civic Education announced on Wednesday the launch of the Robert M. Beren Program on Jewish Classical Education, an academic initiative focused on the role of Jewish thought in Western and American civilization. Supported by $15 million in philanthropic contributions from the Robert M. Beren Family Foundation,...
The New Year for Trees
by Rabbi Moishe KievmanChabad Chayil When’s the last time you wished a tree Happy New Year? Coming up this year on Thursday, Feb 13, is a great opportunity to do exactly that. The day is known as Tu B’Shevat, and Jewish people throughout the world celebrate it as the New Year of Trees. Well, it’s...
Hamas tortured Yaren Bibas, father of youngest hostages, by taunting him about his family, but he’s still ‘clinging to hope
Hamas terrorists psychologically tortured released Israeli-Argentinian hostage Yarden Bibas by constantly taunting him about the uncertain fate of his wife and two children also taken hostage on Oct. 7, according to Israeli media reports. Bibas, 35, was held captive by Hamas for 16 months before he was finally freed on Saturday alongside Ofer Calderon, 54, in a...
Miami Jewish Film Festival Shatters Records, Draws 58,000 Attendees in Landmark Year
The Miami Jewish Film Festival (MJFF) concluded its 28th edition with resounding success, solidifying its status as the largest Jewish film festival in the world with record-breaking attendance that featured 36 sold out premieres. Combining in-theater and virtual experiences, the 2025 Miami Jewish Film Festival attracted audiences from all 50 states, boasting an estimated total...