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Shh! Don’t talk about sex at Yeshiva University
Students say that Yeshiva University’s reticence to talk publicly about student sexual activity ignores reality and makes it difficult for them to get information about health threats. Read more »
Making ‘old country’ latkes on this side of the Atlantic
Cookbook author Jamie Geller offers up her version of her Grandpa's glorious, crunchy potato perfection. Read more »
Eric Yoffie: The exit interview
At the end of this year, Rabbi Eric Yoffie, the president of Union for Reform Judaism, will be stepping down after 16 years at the movement’s helm. Yoffie sat down with JTA Managing Editor Uriel Heilman ahead of the Reform biennial, which will be held Dec. 14-18. Read more »
The making of a Hollywood Maccabee wannabee
Columnist Edmon J. Rodman figures even with two Judah Maccabee movies in production, there's room for a third -- and he's just the guy to make it. Read more »
Chanukah in Israel: Sufganiyot on the streets, burning lights and family fun
They're making sufganiyot on the streets of Israel; Chanukah must be near. JTA Israeli correspondent Marcy Oster offers her take on what goes on in the Jewish state for the eight days. Read more »
Pump up the volume: Music propels the way to a rededicated Jewish life
Chanukah means dedication, so it's a great time to do a little rededication of our Jewish lives. Classic and contemporary Chanukah music can help. Read more »
Frying high: Keeping known, lesser-known culinary traditions
Latkes and sufganiyot are well-known Chanukah fare made with oil to signify the holiday tale. Lesser known is the tradition of cheese and the story of Judith. Read more »
Giving the gift of tikkun olam
If the thought of spending too much Chanukah gelt on lavish gifts for friends and loved ones seems a little dim this year, adding a little tikkun olam to the presents can give your Festival of Lights a memorable glow. Here are some suggestions. Read more »
In tough times, relying on the Jewish community for help
As American Jews prepare to celebrate Chanukah, Jewish social service agencies across the country are gearing up to help the growing number of needy American families. Read more »
Schechter Institute opens new Jerusalem campus
The Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies opened its new Jerusalem campus. Read more »
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