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In the second century BCE, a small group of Jewish rebels, led by Judah the Maccabee, his brothers, and followers, fought against the larger armies of the Greek-Syrian king Antiochus IV, who tried to force the Jews to accept Greek culture instead of living a life committed to Jewish values. This battle was not only a physical struggle but also a fight for the right to religious... Read More

Cataracts is an age-related condition that progresses slowly over a period of time, lasting months or even years. Cataracts cloud the lens inside your eye so you can’t see clearly. Cataract surgery entails removing the cloudy lens (or lenses) and replacing it/ them with a clear lens (or lenses) that improves your vision. I had regular check-ups with my optometrist that kept me... Read More

The celebration of Chanukah is especially meaningful this year, bridging the gap between past and present. Chanukah tells the story of resilience, whereby the brave Maccabees defeated the Greek-Syrian armies. It marks a crucial chapter in Jewish history as they reclaimed their land and kindled a flame that still burns brightly today. This narrative of miracles, accomplishments and... Read More

As I write this article, Israel continues to wage its war against the Hamas terrorists who brutally murdered at least 1200 people and kidnapped hundreds more. We are witnessing traumatic events that are terrifying and overwhelming us. Tensions are high in Jewish communities around the world. The genocidal terrorist attacks by Hamas have fueled global antisemitism and the... Read More