Ultra-Orthodox lawmakers threaten to try and pass law overriding top court before March election

Former justice says Yitzhak Yosef has made 'hateful comments against large parts of the public' while ignoring court rulings; Aryeh Deri vows to protect chief rabbis' independence

Legislation would require ministries to interact with Jewish communities abroad about issues that affect them, in an effort to repair strained relations

Lau, Yosef say worshipers should keep distance from others warn 'these are days of great danger'; report says police won't enter synagogues to enforce lockdown

Israel’s two largest cities offer scenic locations for ceremonies amid virus rules, but while Tel Aviv accepts all couples, Jerusalem's religious demands leave some in the cold

Rabbanit Shira Sapir earns title from Ohr Torah Stone after five-year course of study

Social media users who commented on official page about removal of kosher permit from cafe were told parents are 'primitive' or to 'shut up'; rabbinate says posts 'unauthorized'

After AG tells High Court state will form parallel track to men-only ordination exams, Chief Rabbinate protests that it is not an 'institute for higher education'

Mayor announces change of policy, which enables all to declare relationship and enjoy city benefits, including tax breaks

David Lau sends letter to Netanyahu decrying fact that malls, beaches and restaurants are returning to normal, but not places of worship