Monthly Archives: June 2011

Sit Up Straight To Avoid Back Pain

From the New York Times: If you want a more systematic, long-term approach to posture change, consider the Alexander technique, a method that teaches you how recognize and release habitual tension that interferes with good posture. Not all doctors in … Continue reading

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Parashat Chukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1)

I discuss the weekly Torah portion with Rabbi Rabbs every Monday at 7pm PST on my live cam and on YouTube. Facebook Fan Page. This week we study Parashat Chukkat (Numbers 19:1-22:1).

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Why Do The Irish Hate Israel?

Kevin Myers writes: What is it about Israel that prompts such a widespread departure from common sense, reason and moral reality? As another insane flotilla prepares to butt across the Mediterranean bringing “aid” to the “beleaguered” people of Gaza, in … Continue reading

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When El Al Flew From Tehran To Israel

On his radio show today, Dennis Prager spoke to Dan Saadon, VP of El Al Airlines, about how safe, meaningful and fun it is to travel in Israel. Dennis said that he flew from Tehran to Tel Aviv in the … Continue reading

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Half Of Modern Orthodox Teens Text On Shabbos

The addiction to texting is so severe among Modern Orthodox kids that about half of them text on Shabbos according to this Jewish Week article. This is a really big deal because texting on Shabbos violates the Sabbath and more … Continue reading

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