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Shanny and Almog are joined by Federation's Shinshinim Coordinator Moran Tuti, center. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
Shinshinim
Shinshinim arrive in Pittsburgh eager to serve community
By Adam Reinherz
‘Especially this year, I think it’s very important for Jewish people all over the world to be united’
Traditional chicken soup (Photo by Jessica Grann)
FoodTraditional chicken soup
By Jessica Grann
Aerial view of the ruins of Masada, a fortress built by Herod the Great on a clifftop in the desert of what is now Israel. (Getty Images)
ArchaeologyNew archaeological research shows siege on Masada lasted just weeks, not years
By Jackie Hajdenberg
“Louise Silk: A Patchwork Life” exhibit at the Heinz History Center (Photo courtesy of Eric Lidji)
Art‘Louise Silk: A Patchwork Life’ encourages curiosity and introspection
By Emma Riva
Still from 'The Art of Weightlessness' courtesy of Moshe Mahler
September 6, 2024, 6:35 pm
Moshe Mahler’s ‘The Art of Weightlessness’ braces for upcoming award season
'I learned a long time ago that you want to work on stuff that you would want to see yourself'
By Adam Reinherz
Traditional chicken soup (Photo by Jessica Grann)
September 6, 2024, 4:19 pm
Traditional chicken soup
A versatile recipe
By Jessica Grann
Shanny and Almog are joined by Federation's Shinshinim Coordinator Moran Tuti, center. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
September 6, 2024, 10:34 am
Shinshinim arrive in Pittsburgh eager to serve community
'Especially this year, I think it's very important for Jewish people all over the world to be united'
By Adam Reinherz
Aerial view of the ruins of Masada, a fortress built by Herod the Great on a clifftop in the desert of what is now Israel. (Getty Images)
September 5, 2024, 6:25 pm
New archaeological research shows siege on Masada lasted just weeks, not years
The fortress site near the Dead Sea is a major tourist destination as well as the historic site for inducting Israeli soldiers responsible for contemporary Jewish self-defense.
By Jackie Hajdenberg
“Louise Silk: A Patchwork Life” exhibit at the Heinz History Center (Photo courtesy of Eric Lidji)
September 3, 2024, 3:19 pm
‘Louise Silk: A Patchwork Life’ encourages curiosity and introspection
As you proceed through the retrospective, Silk’s confidence in her own voice and in her Jewish identity becomes more apparent.
By Emma Riva
Martin Baron (Photo by Alex John Beck)
September 3, 2024, 1:13 pm
Martin Baron, former editor of The Boston Globe and The Washington Post, on journalism and optimism
As editor of The Boston Globe, Baron led his team of journalists in exposing the sexual abuse and cover-up in the Catholic church.
By Toby Tabachnick
An Aug. 29 event at Jesus' Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock welcomed a discussion about gun violence and safety. (Photo by Adam Reinherz)
September 3, 2024, 12:49 pm
Faith leaders recall gun violence, hoping to prevent future tragedy
'There is no safe house of worship in the U.S. anymore'
By Adam Reinherz
Honey-glazed carrots (Photo by Wade Grann)
September 2, 2024, 10:53 am
Honey-glazed roasted carrots
The honey glaze gives just enough sweetness, and a little Aleppo pepper adds a slightly smoky flavor that makes the taste pop.
By Jessica Grann
Microphone and headphones. (Photo by Patrick Breitenbach via Flickr at https://rb.gy/aiz3qj)
August 30, 2024, 11:48 am
Lend your ear to Pittsburghers’ podcasts
Across the globe, Pittsburghers are producing hours of content. Listen up
By Adam Reinherz
(Collage courtesy of JTA)
August 30, 2024, 11:33 am
This year’s High Holiday kids’ books are a celebration of Jewish diversity
Here’s your roundup of new children’s High Holidays books for 2024.
By Penny Schwartz
Greg Joseph kicks a field goal during a preseason game between the Green Bay Packers and Baltimore Ravens, Aug. 24, 2024, in Green Bay, Wis. (Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
August 29, 2024, 2:02 pm
The NFL season is here — with no publicly Jewish players appearing in Week 1
Last season, five Jewish players got on the gridiron
By Jacob Gurvis
Hallie Jayson, second from right, visits Ein Avdat National Park with friends. (Photo courtesy of Hallie Jayson)
August 28, 2024, 7:03 pm
College students return from internships in Israel with more than work experience
Students learn and work while being 'part of the Israel story'
By Adam Reinherz
Dr. Harvey Bendix (Photo courtesy of Norwin Veterinary Hospital)
August 27, 2024, 3:17 pm
Meet the veterinarian who’s spent 40-plus years going above and beyond for pets
Dr. Harvey Bendix sees patients five days a week, reserves one day a week for surgeries and has no desire to step away from his life’s calling.
By Deborah Weisberg
Learning reaches new heights. (Photo by Alexandre Dulaunoy via Flickr at https://rb.gy/fpj353)
August 26, 2024, 12:46 pm
Classrooms Without Borders invests year in day school educators before taking them to Israel
'After Oct. 7 we learned how much help the Jewish day schools need'
By Adam Reinherz
“The Aqueduct, Pittsburgh,” by Russell Smith, c. 1832, (from the collections of the Carnegie Museum of Art) shows the Pennsylvania Canal’s entrance in Pittsburgh.
August 26, 2024, 9:11 am
Going west
The Pennsylvania Canal and the founding of a Jewish community.
By Eric Lidji
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