2020 was a year like never before. There were ups and there were downs. It’s safe to say there was no shortage of news stories around the globe. The BJL compiled some of the biggest stories from 2020 as we recap the year and look ahead to 2021 in what we hope will be a year with more smiles and
David I. Weprin is a familiar face in local politics, having served six terms since 2010, as our Assembly Member for the 24th District, covering a
There was once a public debate between a rabbi and an astrophysicist regarding the nature of our universe. The astrophysicist, representing the
A seemingly basic question in the laws of Chanukah is where are you supposed to put the Menorah? Well, it’s clear that in the olden days, and even
By Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi
COVID-19 has been the silent killer for many months, but hope is on the horizon. The major news story dominating headlines
The Halacha discusses how a guest should fulfil the Mitzvah of Chanukah lighting in his host's home. In general, the guest should participate in the
The Talmud teaches that “A Mitzvah is beloved in its proper time." This means that Hashem cherishes Mitzvot that one performs at the preferred time
