Ariel Leizgold, a founder of the Bellboy bar group, credits his Russian-born parents for teaching him how to pour vodka and make people feel at home

In debut documentary, Artyom Dubitski delves into a family mystery leading to an emotional reunion in Russia, as Ukraine war strains ties

Cutting-edge and open-minded, Jewish Point challenges clichés that Israelis from former Soviet states don't embrace spirituality, as it celebrates its ribbon cutting this week

Joint List tries to build solidarity with Jewish 'marginalized communities,' with multi-language posters appealing to ultra-Orthodox, Ethiopian-origin and Russian-speaking Israelis

Hardline ex-defense minister has relied on support from Russian-speaking Israelis, but polls show his refusal to capitulate to demands of religious parties is widening his appeal

Stats show that a strong but overlooked demographic is beginning to wield some clout at the ballot box, but if leaders want their vote, they're going to have to give something back