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In the pink: Israeli films showcase ethnic, LGBT diversity in the haredi community - review

Together, Pink Lady and Neither Day nor Night cast a light on the highly insular center of the haredi world.

 A scene from the film ‘Pink Lady.’
 Rabbi Meir Mazuz.

Rabbi Meir Mazuz, renowned Torah scholar and spiritual leader, passes away at 80

 Atlas Concorde Concept Showroom at Negav

Israel on the map: A unique international showroom opened in Bnei Brak

 Falafel

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Haredim verbally assault IDF Maj.-Gen. in Bnei Brak restaurant

Dozens of young men could be heard shouting insults at him, calling "murderer," and "shame on you."

 Footage showing Maj.-Gen. David Zini being escorted by Israel police. January 9, 2025.

Israeli infant among six injured in Bnei Brak building fire

The circumstances surrounding the fire are still being investigated, according to Ynet. Four fire crews from Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv and Bnei Brak are tackling the flames.

Building fire in Bnei Brak.

Terror ramming attack in Bnei Brak wounds one

Magen David Adom said it was transferring to the Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center one person in his 20s who had suffered light wounds. 

 Magen David Adom paramedics operate at the scene of the terror attack in Bnei Brak. December 10, 2024.

PMO security scandal heats up with arrest of new suspect

On Sunday, it was reported that Netanyahu's aid, Eliezer Feldstein, was a suspect in leaking sensitive security documents.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a state ceremony at Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem on October 27, 2024

A new fashion ambassador

Hadar Gertler originally wanted to work as a political ambassador. Nevertheless, she dedicated herself to developing an OMID modest fashion brand aimed not only at religious women.

 Hadar Gertler - Founder & Designer OMID

Big Shopping Centers introduces mixed-use concept with BIG FASHION complex

Big Shopping Centers launches BIG FASHION complex in Petah Tikva, featuring commerce, offices, hotels, and parking. Completion date yet to be announced.

  BIG FASHION PTV complex

'Speak quietly': Ashdod rabbis call for restrictive rules for women on public transport

Haredi women's rights activist Tzippy Lavi, Head of Government Relations for Nivcharot condemned the letter on X, formerly Twitter.

 Haredi woman in Mea Shearim, Jerusalem, March 25, 2024.

Due to media pressure: A rehearing on the extension of TAMA 38

Following complaints, the National Council will hold a hearing next Tuesday to consider extending TAMA 38 until the end of 2024 in Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Bnei Brak, and other cities.

 Tel Aviv.

Ultra-Orthodox extremists hurl bottles at IDF senior commanders in Bnei Brak, call them 'murderers'

Two IDF officials were attacked in Bnei Brak after a meeting about an ultra-Orthodox IDF division. Extremists surrounded their car, shouting slurs.

 Ultra-Orthodox Jews block a road during a protest outside the city of Bnei Brak, March 3, 2024

‘Rabbi Capoeira’: A movie mixing ultra-Orthodox and martial arts - review

The film is showing throughout July and August at theaters in the Lev Cinemas chain and other venues around the country.

 MIKI HAYAT in ‘Rabbi Capoeira.’

'Help! They want to destroy the Torah world in Israel,' Israeli haredi leader in US says

Lando, alongside other prominent members of the Council of Torah Sages, emphasized the critical need for financial support from the American Jewish community.

 Rabbi Dov Landau seen at his home in Bnei Brak, on February 27, 2024.