How we deal with our garbage says a lot about who we are as a society. New York City must look as good as the people who live here. I have said it many times: We cannot allow our streets and sidewalks to be cluttered with unsightly black garbage bags which are a tripping hazard for pedestrians and
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A Positive Elul
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Mysteries & Secrets Of Tefillin
There are four passages where the Torah speaks of the great mitzvah of tefillin, one being at the end of Parshat Ekev, read a few weeks ago. In the
Fresh, Hearty, & Timeless From The Bukharian Kitchen
As summer gives way to cooler evenings, Bukharian kitchens fill with dishes that balance freshness and warmth. Bowls of Mastava mark the shift toward