Rosh Hashanah

How Houston's synagogues are preparing for Rosh Hashanah

Congregations band together, improvise, as Jewish New Year approaches.

Russian rabbi: Providing aid does more for us than for others

International organizations provide food and clothes for the holiday to needy families in Israel, Russia, Ukraine.

UN ambassadors wish Israel, Jews, a happy New Year

UN ambassadors create video honoring Jewish New Year, wishing Jews around the world a good year.

'We'll protect Israeli airspace on Rosh Hashanah'

Commander of the unit that intercepted UAV from Syria: My soldiers and I are prepared for the holiday.

The most significant mission of all

Watch: Rivlin urges world Jewry to fight terror, racism together

Israeli President wishes all Jews a happy and healthy new year, says Jewish communities will overcome hurricanes and anti-Semitism.

Elor Azariya released for Rosh Hashanah

In unusual move, soldier convicted for shooting wounded terrorist to spend holiday with his family, then return to prison.

Outreach services for High Holidays to reach 70,000 Israelis

Tzohar Rabbinical Organization and Yachad Ohr Torah Stone to provide shofar blowing, holiday services in hundreds of towns and cities.

Watch: The kitchen preparing food for 30,000 in Uman

Take a tour of the basketball-court-sized kitchen in Uman's Scheiner Hachnosas Orchim.

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Watch: Happy New Year from President Trump

Watch President Trump's special greeting to the Jewish people ahead of Rosh Hashanah.

Caribbean ambassador: Israel an economic, scientific powerhouse

President Rivlin hosts Rosh Hashanah reception for foreign ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps serving in Israel.

Rabbi Berland permitted to visit Uman - for a price

Breslov rabbi serving sentence for sexual assault permitted to fly to Uman for Rosh Hashanah - after putting up $210,000 bond.

Muhammad most popular baby name in Israel

Population and Immigration Authority releases most popular names chosen for babies born in Israel.

Watch: 'Get yourself on a plane' to Uman

Beinoni's new single honors 'the greatest Jewish gathering since days of old - Uman Rosh Hashanah.'

Trump invites Orthodox leaders to holiday call - snubs Reform

President to hold annual pre-Rosh Hashanah conference call with Orthodox leaders, snubs Reform movement reps who pledged to refuse invite.

Rosh Hashana in Jerusalem? Take it easy! Here’s how...

Ease your holiday eve burdens with food, attractions, shopping, and cherry picking all in Jerusalem's historic 'First Station' promenade!

British PM hosts Rosh Hashana celebration

Theresa May hosts reception honoring Jewish New Year, promises to support Israel, 'two-state solution' and 'lasting peace.'

How does the IDF prepare for Rosh Hashanah?

IDF preparations for the Jewish New Year includes buying 14 tons of apples and 2 tons of honey.

Israel to import 560 tons of honey ahead of holidays

In efforts to avoid shortage during holidays, Finance Minister approves tax exemption for honey imports.

Breslov rabbis: No women in Uman

As thousands prepare to travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah, a number of Breslov rabbis call to prohibit women near gravesite at that time.

Ukrainian authorities prepare for record 40,000 Jews in Uman

At least 10,000 more Jewish visitors expected to travel to Uman for Rosh Hashana than in previous years.

Benefits versus costs in an Uman Rosh Hashanah

Tens of thousands in Uman on Rosh Hashanah leave children without parents and an orphaned holiday table. Is it worth the spiritual price?

'Why fly to Uman for Rosh Hashannah? Israel is much holier'

Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem slams annual pilgrimages to Breslov Rebbe's tomb in Uman. 'It's only worthwhile for those already outside Israel.'

Axe-wielding man threatens British Jews

A man carrying an axe made anti-Semitic threats to Jews near Manchester on Rosh Hashanah.

Jewish justices miss new term due to Rosh Hashanah

Supreme Court's three Jewish justices miss the start of the new term due to Rosh Hashanah.

Michael Oren video goes viral

Oren's message for Rosh Hashanah includes him recounting his 'conversations with G-d.'

Watch: Shana Tova from President Obama

President Obama reflects on his work with the Jewish community during his time in office, as he wishes the Jewish people a happy new year.

The power of light: New art and light video for Rosh Hashanah

Israel's population reaches 8.58 million

Israel will have a population of 8.585 million citizens this Rosh Hashanah, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics.

Security officials urge business-as-usual for Jewish holidays

US security officials and Jewish community leaders prepare for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur in the face of rising terror threat.

Ben Gurion airport prepares for mass flights to Uman.

Airport authorities are preparing for the yearly mass flights to the grave of Rabbi Nachman of Breslav in the Ukrainian town of Uman.

Watch: Givati soldiers wake up early for Slichot services

Reserve soldier films his friends making sure to wake up at dawn for Slichot ahead of grueling training exercises.

Top 10 Gift Picks for Rosh Hashanah 5777

Rosh Hashanah is just a few weeks away, so by our count it’s time to get ready. This is our list of seasonal favorites for last year

5 feel-good stories that will echo into the Jewish New Year

Before the shofar blowing begins, here are five Israeli stories that should echo into 5777 and beyond.

'Ni hao' - President welcomes Israeli player for Chinese team

Peres: Football is an international language, it does not matter if you speak Hebrew, Arabic or Chinese, everyone has a place on the field.

'Pokemon Hunters' required - to raise money for the poor

Israeli charity organization Hasdei Naomi has a new idea to raise funds for the needy this Rosh Hashannah: Hiring out "Pokemon Hunters."

IDF prepares to demolish home of Rosh Hashana terrorist

IDF forces prepare to demolish home of Arab rock-thrower responsible for the death of Alexander Levlovich on Rosh Hasahana eve.

Terror Victim's Killers Charged with Manslaughter, Not Murder

Five Arab teens behind rock attack which killed Alexander Levlovich on Rosh Hasahana eve indicted in Jerusalem.

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Four Arabs Arrested over Murder of Israeli Grandfather

Four Arab residents of eastern Jerusalem confess to rock-throwing attack which killed Alexander Levlovich on Rosh Hashanah.

Four Arabs Indicted for Rosh Hashanah Rock Throwing

Jerusalem prosecutors filed four indictments against individuals arrested for throwing rocks in Jerusalem over the Rosh Hashanah holiday.

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Missing Israeli in Uman: Danger Rising by the Minute

ZAKA official describes desperate search 'leaving no stone unturned,' details dangers in forest as fears for life of epileptic Israeli grow.

Searches Intensify for Missing Israeli in Uman

Foreign Ministry and ZAKA join searches for Amir Ohana, the missing Israeli in Ukraine as wife asks public to help pray for his return.

A Starting Point For Yom Kippur

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur force us to get real with what we truly want.

Israeli Man Missing in Uman

Ukrainian authorities focusing on search for a body as Israeli man goes missing among 45,000 Rosh Hashanah visitors.

Terror in the capital

Furious Jerusalemites Protest Lethal Rock Attack

Over 100 residents take to streets at site of lethal Arab attack that murdered local. Bereaved son: 'that rock changed the path of my life.'

Watch: Preparing for the Holidays with Musician Shlomo Katz

Musician Shlomo Katz talks about this special holiday period, his new album, and what it's like to write in Hebrew for the first time.

'Shana Tova', Tweets Iranian President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani takes to Twitter to wish Jews a Happy New Year.

Thousands Delayed On Their Way to Uman

Tens of thousands of Israelis, as well as Jews from around the world, were in Uman Sunday to celebrate Rosh Hashanah

Netanyahu Urges Jewish Unity on Rosh Hashanah

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu encourages Jews to unite around the 'one and only Jewish state' amidst 'slander' against Israel.

Vladimir Putin Wishes Russian Jews a 'Shana Tova'

Russian President waxes philosophical about Judaism in New Year greeting, praises Jewish values for 'aspiring to transcendence.'

British PM Slams Anti-Semitism in Rosh Hashanah Greeting

British PM David Cameron sends 'very best wishes' to Jewish community in Britain and around the world in honor of new year.

Traffic Police Deployed En Masse for Rosh Hashanah

Israel will see three major waves of traffic on Rosh Hashanah eve, police say: between 10:30 and 1; 4 and 8; and 10:30 to midnight.

5775: How Many Were Born and What Are the Most Common Names?

As a new Jewish Year is about to begin, the Population and Immigration Authority summarizes the outgoing one.

Dust Storm to Disappear Before Rosh Hashanah

Weather forecasters says Rosh Hashanah to be clear and comfortable, with slight drop in temperature.

Watch: Shana Tova from President Obama

President Obama extends his warm wishes to Jews around the world for Rosh Hashanah.

Championship Game on Rosh Hashana is 'Spit in Our Face'

Minister Ariel slams FIBA decision to have Israeli national team play Italy in finals on Jewish New Year, notes 'whiff of anti-Semitism.'

Watch: President Rivlin Sends English Rosh Hashana Greeting

Israel's President offers Jews around the world a sweet new year, calling on them to work together to make Israel stronger.

The Universal Rosh Hashana: Praying for all Humanity

Blood Moons & the End of the World: A Jewish Approach to the Apocalypse.

European Jews Afraid to Reveal Jewishness

Over 85% of European Jewry won't attend Rosh Hashana services for fear of anti-Semitism.