May 04, 2018 09:23

Sometimes it is right not to wear a kippah in the street

When a German Jewish leader suggested men should not wear kippot in public for safety, he was criticised

June 25, 2015 13:34

Love poetry shouldn't be on the forbidden list

Orthodox schoolchildren ought to be equipped to tackle poems about romance in exams

June 04, 2015 13:06

Too much technology can switch off Shabbat

New devices may make Sabbath observance easier, but they are not what we need to enjoy it

February 05, 2009 14:24

Why the Torah is green

Ahead of Monday’s New Year for Trees, we look at the lengths we must go to in order avoid chopping one down

December 18, 2008 11:34

Did Adam have a taste for mince pies?

An ancient rabbinic text suggests an intriguing link between Chanucah and other midwinter festivities.

October 17, 2008 12:18

Should we pray for rain?

According to a recent report from Nasa scientists, if current rainy weather patterns continue, we could face worldwide food shortages as a result of widespread ruin of crops.