Orthodox Jews

'Pink Lady': A heartfelt drama explores love, identity in an ultra-Orthodox world

The movie carries a feeling of authenticity because it was written by Mindi Ehrlich, a woman from a haredi family who left the community.

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New York City ex-allies clash over Trumpian style in an Orthodox district race

Tuesday's special election will decide the 44th district representative for orthodox south Brooklyn.

By BEN SALES/JTA
25/03/2025

Rabbi Eliyahu Fink, compassionate voice in the Orthodox world, dies in road accident at 43

The former Venice Beach rabbi was remembered as "kind, brave, decent, and good"—a pioneer whose early advocacy fostered today's more inclusive communities.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
25/03/2025

AppsFlyer launches fourth cycle of the Speed Tech program

A unique program for integrating Haredi students into the high-tech industry, in collaboration with the IDF, Ort Singalovski, and DiversiTech, featuring a practical practicum track led by AppsFlyer.

By WALLA! TECH
20/03/2025

Kol Israel calls for unity in WZO elections amid Orthodox-liberal tensions

Kol Israel pushes for Jewish unity, innovation, and an end to religious divides in WZO elections.

19/02/2025

OU Israel inaugurates new Jerusalem headquarters as President Herzog praises its role during crisis

“At this time of crisis, OU Israel says ‘Here I am,’” President Herzog declares at ceremony.

Transgender Jews fear for safety as Trump targets their rights

Jewish LGBTQ+ families fear what’s next as Trump targets trans rights.

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
01/02/2025

An installation in Pennsylvania marks a milestone in the journey of Orthodox women rabbinic leaders

Orthodox women break the glass ceiling by leading their own congregations.

By RABBA SARA HURWITZ/ JTA
22/01/2025

Post-trauma, then and now: Erez Tadmor's 'Soda' explores Holocaust survivors' stories

Tadmor is an extremely prolific and versatile filmmaker who released a drama film about a shelter for orphans in south Tel Aviv.

‘Shalom, friends’: Jews on TikTok prepare for app’s possible ban after Supreme Court ruling

Jewish content creators reflect on TikTok’s legacy in building awareness and community as a ban looms.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
17/01/2025
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