On August 8, 2025, Steven Rony Reyes was arrested by ICE agents on the Los Angeles courthouse steps after a hearing, shattering the promise of a fair process. Such arrests disrupt justice, deter victims and witnesses, and erode trust in the courts, harming public safety. Lou Shapiro argues ICE should coordinate with courts to enforce immigration laws post-prosecution, preserving courthouses as safe zones for due process.

A girl stopped classmates from cheating on a test by sitting on the papers, accepting the teacher’s punishment of recess detention without snitching. Her parents explained the unfairness but affirmed Hashem sees her integrity. True strength lies in doing right, even alone.

A 2024 Tulane study shows 61% of economically vulnerable Jews face "situational poverty," with 78% of Orthodox families citing finances as a major stress, despite incomes up to $300,000. High day school tuition, kosher costs, and housing in Jewish hubs create an impossible equation, worsened by taboo around financial distress. The solution lies in specialized financial planning that treats religious expenses as investments, not burdens.

Tallie shares heartfelt moments from her wig-making journey. A woman with alopecia cried tears of relief discovering glueless wigs, uniting the salon in emotion. A high school girl with cancer glowed after her wig fitting and prom styling, lifting her spirits. Jewish women returning to hair covering brought sacred personal connections, reminding Tallie why she loves her craft, helping clients feel like themselves again.

Marriage acts as a mirror, reflecting not just a partner’s flaws but one’s own unfinished self, as noted by an insightful piece urging couples to shift from blame to self-reflection. The author suggests that while the honeymoon phase fades, deeper love grows through discomfort and growth, with men often leading by facing their own mirror first to foster a stronger, unshakable bond.

Beneath every furious woman lies a man baffled by his unintended misstep, as seen in a tense exchange where a casual “Let him sleep” to his wife’s “Isn’t it time to wake Charlie?” sparks her fiery retort, “I’m the one up all night with him!” Wisdom lies in using meta-statements, like God’s approach in Parashat Re’eh with “Look, I am setting before you a blessing and a curse,” to frame communication, such as “I’m sharing my feelings, not expecting you to agree,” fostering mari

Parashat Re’eh teaches Bnei-Yisrael to choose between blessings on Mount Gerizim or curses on Mount Eival, with HaShem’s laws and mitzvot relevant daily, symbolized by the numerical value 260 of Gerizim, mirroring HaShem’s name and the Ten Commandments. The blessing “Brachah” reflects health, respect, and success, urging the choice of life over the curse tied to the Tree of Life, with Torah as the key to eternal blessings.

Friendship Circle Los Angeles welcomed Jewish Federation Los Angeles staff for a tour of Division A's campus during their 3-week Summer Camp, showcasing the impact of their partnership. Highlights included a TTYA-run Starbucks pop-up where young women honed life skills, an art room, foam party, and bunny play, all supported by teen volunteers. Guests received yellow ribbon necklaces with hostage names and Shabbos candles, reflecting FCLA’s inclusive community efforts.

A terminally ill woman’s dream to see Barry Manilow at Madison Square Garden came true when he gave her a private 15-minute concert in her hospital room, embodying bikkur cholim. This act of kindness reflects the Divine spark in all, inspiring figures like Jerry Lewis to uplift others with their talents.

Friendship Circle Summer Camp offered a joyful three-week experience for 75 kids with special needs and 100 teen volunteers, bonding through one-on-one pairings. With the theme Netilat Yadayim, campers crafted washing cups and played water games, learning gratitude. Outings like climbing at Get Air, pool days, and Shabbat parties fostered confidence and community.

In Parashat Eikev, Moshe teaches Bnei-Yisrael that all Mitzvot are equal under "Kalah KeVaChamurah," holding the same value in HaShem’s eyes. The term “Eikev” (heel), with a gematria of 172, links to the Ten Commandments and implies constancy (“Keva”) in observance to gain covenantal blessings, or “Beka” (broken) if neglected, risking exile. Faithful observance ensures divine prosperity and miraculous victories in the Promised Land.

Recent moves by France, Canada, and the UK to recognize a Palestinian state, alongside a Senate vote to halt arms sales to Israel, echo the abandonment depicted in Eicha, leaving many stunned. Yet, as Pirkei Avot and Tehillim 121 remind us, true help comes from Hashem, not earthly allies. Despite historical threats from Rome to modern Europe, the Jewish people’s enduring bond with God ensures their resilience and flourishing.

At a heartfelt Aspen event, Adi Ben-Ezra of AFMDA shared how Douglas Murray’s interviews gave hope during her cousin’s Gaza captivity. With 400 attendees, the fundraiser for Magen David Adom featured Murray’s book talk and stories of medics like Ahmad Zeidan and Ofir Ovadia. It ended with a Yvel jewelry showcase supporting MDA ambulances.

You arrive home exhausted, too drained to help your wife, only to be tempted by a basketball game invitation. When you try to leave, she blocks you, sparking a "foul" cry. Parashat Eikev teaches that clinging to God (דבק) requires the same devotion to one’s wife, warning that distractions causing זנות (spiritual infidelity) harm both bonds. A schedule,e.g., basketball on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 10 PM, can balance fitness with marital harmony, ensuring she feels prioritiz

In Aaron Silverstein's opinion piece, Superman is portrayed as a Jewish myth akin to Moses, embodying restraint and moral clarity against power obsessions. Jews are likened to history's true punk rockers for defying empires and promoting revolutionary Torah principles like workers' rights, animal welfare, environmental care, and universal dignity, making them perennial outsiders challenging moral relativism.

Community Alert: A protest is scheduled for August 12th at 4:00 PM in front of Fox 11 News Studios at 1999 S Bundy Dr, Los Angeles, focusing on Gaza, raising safety concerns for the Jewish community. Shmira will provide protection, working with law enforcement. Stay safe by avoiding the area, traveling in groups, staying alert, and contacting authorities if needed.

Cap Curious from West Hollywood expresses discomfort from wearing a wig, experiencing scalp pressure after three hours. Tallie from TNT by Tallie suggests using a non-slip velvet band, a fabric pocket for excess hair, or a larger cap size to improve comfort, and invites further details to tailor solutions.

After a natural disaster stripped a man of everything, he still gave an $18 check in shul, only to receive a secret million-dollar gift from the same friend. This Tisha B’Av tale, shared by Rabbi Ephraim Shapiro, shows how silent, dignified kindness, preserving a soul’s worth, can rebuild what was lost, urging us to love quietly and compassionately.

David Greenberg reflects on post-Tisha B’Av dining as summer flies by, highlighting creative Nine Days menus. He reviews Fish Grill’s fish tacos and grilled fish (79/100), a weekly staple, and teams up with LA Jewish Home’s David Rogatsky to explore Trattoria Natalie’s rice balls and ravioli (85/100). Despite missing meat, they find joy in light, crispy dishes, promising more guest reviews next issue.

In Pico-Robertson, HolyPay, launched in 2024 by Koby Rehman and Igor Kilimnik, turns purchases at places like Pizza World into giving acts for shuls. “It’s payments with purpose,” says Rehman, ex-Army. With CTO Kilimnik, they target the $4.5 trillion industry. Using Stripe and Jewish law, their first $71.57 donation to LINK Kollel (July 2025) marks progress. A native app is planned to make every transaction a force for good.