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Laws pertaining to the Jewish Festivals

The mitzva of simḥa requires that a man include his entire family in his enjoyment, and include the poor and despondent as well.

Laws pertaining to the Jewish Festivals

Covid-19: The forgotten equation wreaks havoc

Covid-19: The forgotten equation wreaks havoc 

Colel Chabad to teach the impoverished healthy cooking

Combating poor nutrition skills, Colel Chabad and Leket Israel aim to help the impoverished out of their dietary rut.

Colel Chabad to teach the impoverished healthy cooking

Meir Panim Provides After-School Fun

Underprivileged children in Israel are receiving after-school activities their families normally cannot afford. Meir Panim fills the gap.

Meir Panim Provides After-School Fun

Food Waste in US Reaches 40%; Is Israel Any Better?

Joseph Gitler, Head of Leket Israel, responds to a discomforting Washington Post report

Food Waste in US Reaches 40%; Is Israel Any Better?

Customs, Import Tax Canceled on Hundreds of Items

Israel's economy is about to receive another boost, with the cancelation of the customs tax on the import of hundreds of products.

Customs, Import Tax Canceled on Hundreds of Items