A new series of textbooks set to revolutionize the teaching of overall knowledge of Judaism, including general information or yedios klaliyos, and geared to elementary yeshivos, is finding excited devotees among educators and parents in orthodox communities worldwide. more

Over 1000 journalists, students, and individuals filled the conference room at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square this past Sunday for the Jerusalem Post second annual conference to hear former and current Israeli government ministers, military men and journalists opine on issues affecting the Jewish State. more

Among the handful of world leaders who could always be relied upon to support the United States unstintingly, the name of Tony Blair, the former British prime minister, stands out. Blair energetically advocated for American engagement and warned of the negative global consequences of an America in retreat. In April 1999, at the height of the NATO operation against the ethnic cleansing of Kosovo by Serbian forces, Blair, in a speech to the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations, said: “We cannot turn our backs on conflicts and the violations of human rights in other countries if we want to be secure.” more

Improving communication and seeking ways to fix transportation problems in the Lawrence School District and the private schools it serves was the focus of a meeting between district officials, yeshiva leaders and parents on Monday. Earlier this school year, parents bombarded the district and its bus company, Inwood-based Independent Coach, with complaints — mostly concerning children not getting to school on time, getting home late and being on the bus for nearly two hours in some cases. more

There is no end to the commentaries on the Book of Esther, and this year’s pick by me that follows is not the last word. However, Rabbi David Fohrman’s teachings are worth your attention and patronage. more

He came to America, unknown and without a job, fleeing the Nazi tyranny in Europe. He was highly educated, deeply religious and heir to a spiritual legacy that was within his lifetime to redefine religious outreach to great heights. more

489 Central Ave., Cedarhurst This aptly named shop has a wide range of crew neck and turtleneck shells, in every size, color and sleeve length you can imagine. All merchandise is Shell … more

Nearly 300 people turned out for the One Israel Fund’s Young Professional Society’s first ever “3 Aces Casino Game Night and Chinese Auction,” at the Woodmere Club. more

Fourth Grade students at HANC’s Samuel & Elizabeth Bass Golding Elementary School, in West Hempstead, have been studying about Native Americans in Social Studies. They learned about how the … more

Thursday May 28 LUNCH & LEARN with Rabbi Shalom Axelrod of YI Woodmere. Traditions Restaurant, 302 Central Ave, Lawrence. 12:30 to 1:30 pm. $12 lunch. 516-398-3094. Saturday May 30 OU … more