Jared Baker

Double-dip conversion

Published on January 30, 2013

When Jennifer Harrison-Gomez decided to convert to Judaism, her husband, Brian Gomez, followed suit. At 8 years old, Jennifer saw a film about Judaism that sparked her interest. In middle school, she read “The Diary of Anne Frank,” which further intrigued her. As an adult, she worked for a Jewish mortuary, where she admired the Jewish traditions of handling death. Jennifer began talking about Judaism with the shomer (guardian of the deceased) at her job, and, after learning more, she started her conversion process.

Walk, run to cardiac health

Published on January 30, 2013

Here’s a straightforward recipe for heart health: Get off the couch and move. For some people, that means heading to the gym, but others may be more inclined to take in some fresh air. Starting an outdoor walking or running program can be a great way to improve fitness, burn off extra pounds and improve cardiovascular endurance.

Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

Published on October 28, 2012

Waking up in perilous times: Jewish groups release campaign ads [VIDEO]

Published on September 28, 2012

Israel remembers “The King” with Elvis impersonator Eran [SLIDESHOW]

Published on August 20, 2012

Israel remembers “The King” with Elvis impersonator Eran

Published on August 20, 2012

Comedy Central’s Roast of Roseanne Barr [SLIDESHOW]

Published on August 14, 2012

Highlights from Aly Raisman

Published on August 9, 2012

Gay Pride Jerusalem

Published on August 2, 2012

Tel Aviv Pride

Published on June 8, 2012

Madonna in Tel Aviv

Published on June 1, 2012

Defense System Converted To Medical Device That Saves Lives

Published on May 31, 2012

About

Published on May 29, 2012

In Every Generation: Remaking The Szyk Haggadah [VIDEO]

Published on May 16, 2012

Yom HaShoah Worldwide

Published on April 17, 2012

Getting Ready for Purim

Published on March 6, 2012

Jews Around the World: Iran, Purim, and the Dead Sea

Published on March 1, 2012

UCLA Protesters cause brief traffic closures in Westwood

Published on November 9, 2011