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U.S. Embassy Move to Jerusalem: We Did Not Relent

For those of us at the OU, May 14 marked a triumphant conclusion to a hard-fought quest that spanned 46 years.
Standing Together at Sinai:

See the 70 shuls that featured women speakers this Shavuot as part of the Women’s Initiative inaugural event.
Yanny vs. Laurel, You vs. Me

If someone hears “Yanny” where you hear “Laurel,” that doesn’t mean they’re ignorant. This might also be true in other areas of disagreement.
Oketz: An Israeli Sting Operation

The sounds of people running, of dogs barking and of loud thuds can be heard, all part of a training session for the elite IDF canine unit called Oketz.
NJ Residents: Our Children Deserve Equitable Funding

Join TeachNJS and take action today by sending an email to the key leaders in the New Jersey Assembly and Senate.

Begin Again Now!

Begin Again Now!

The Soul of Parenting: Readers Respond

The Soul of Parenting: Readers Respond

March with the OU at the Celebrate Israel Parade

March with the OU at the Celebrate Israel Parade

Jerusalem, the Heart of Judaism

Jerusalem, the Heart of Judaism

Is Your Food Safe?

Is Your Food Safe?

Priorities in Tzedakah

Priorities in Tzedakah

What is the Meaning of Cholov Yisroel?

What is the Meaning of Cholov Yisroel?

How Far Must One Go To Save Another’s Life?

How Far Must One Go To Save Another’s Life?

Four Uses for Spring Roll Wrappers

Four Uses for Spring Roll Wrappers

Free Genetic Testing for the BRCA Gene Mutation

Free Genetic Testing for the BRCA Gene Mutation

Getting Old Stinks (But It Beats the Alternative)

Getting Old Stinks (But It Beats the Alternative)

In Memory of a Home That Will Never Be, Help Create 10,000 Shidduchim!

In Memory of a Home That Will Never Be, Help Create 10,000 Shidduchim!

Prince William to Visit Israel

Prince William, who is second in line to the throne, will be the first close relation of Queen Elizabeth II to make an official visit to Israel.

Israeli Planes Strike Hezbollah Target

The Syrian Center on Human Rights reports that six missiles were fired at the Edbah Airport, destroying Hezbollah weapons caches there.

Belgian Anti-Semitism Disrupts Concert, Documentary

Due to rising anti-Semitism in the European Union, 36% of Belgian Jews surveyed refrain from wearing garments that could visibly identify them as Jewish.

U.S. Embassy Move to Jerusalem: We Did Not Relent May 25, 2018
Hundreds Rally in Harrisburg for Teach PA Lobbying Mission May 3, 2018
NCSY’s 2018 JUMP Competition Winner: DRS Yeshiva in Long Island, NY April 24, 2018
OU Press announces the publication of With Liberty and Justice: The Fifty Day Journey from Egypt to Sinai March 26, 2018
The OU Launches Impact Accelerator for Social Entrepreneurs: Apply Now for up to $25,000 Grant March 19, 2018
Hundreds of Day School Students and Lay Leaders Rallied in Albany to Advocate for Additional Funding for Nonpublic Schools March 15, 2018

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US Embassy Moves to Jerusalem

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