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For 19 years, Rabbi Shoebacks has met with yeshiva students, knowing them intimately and advising them. He urges parents: "You have no idea what your yeshiva boy is going through," and advises the students: "Share with your parents; it's the best thing you can do."

This Rosh Hashanah, we'll dip our apples in honey, but for some, honey is a year-round companion. Such is the case for Shlomo Rivkin, the legendary beekeeper of Kfar Chabad, who, surprisingly, is allergic to bee stings.

Six years since the passing of Rabbi Rafael Halperin, a man who began as a wrestler post-World War II, pioneered groundbreaking projects, and spent thirty years studying and writing. In a heartfelt conversation, his wife Berti Halperin shares his unforgettable legacy.

The day after the first Shabbat they decided to observe at 'Ducks in the Village,' Iris Levin, the visitor center manager, shares her excitement: "We experienced a Shabbat of rest and tranquility. It is the first social commandment."

For four years, singer Ido Portal has immersed himself in the Selichot melodies, accompanying Selichot journeys around the country. He is now releasing a unique album entirely dedicated to Selichot songs. Listen and be moved.

When Ohad Dvoret, a counselor at the 'Ezra' youth branch, decided to organize a wedding for a couple lacking means, he couldn't have predicted how things would unfold. Today, he faces over 600 requests from couples pleading: "Help us get married."

Orna Ben Shalosh witnessed firsthand how her daughter was saved from a Katyusha during the Second Lebanon War, leading her to organize the recitation of Tehillim for the Redemption of Israel. "This is the project of my life," she shares.

Ophir Shek is about to establish a unique village integrating residents with special needs alongside 'typical' individuals. "This is not charity," he clarifies, "It is mutual contribution; we do not treat them, we live with them. There is no 'us' and 'them'; there is a community."

Ruth, who has been waiting for children for eight years, and her sister Reut, who has been in matchmaking for many years, have decided to search for a woman they offended about 13 years ago. Perhaps you can help them?

Sigal Maor is a unique artist who creates masterpieces out of discarded materials, especially plastic bags. How does she do it? What made her stop creating and then return to it? What messages does she convey through her art?

Living with albinism and visual impairment, Idan faced childhood loneliness. After military service, he turned to faith, finding solace in Torah. Now, he shares his story in a book.

Rabbi Lev Leibman was encouraged by his parents to develop his musical talents since the age of five, becoming an exceptional musician. During his youth, he returned to Judaism, discovering that music is deeply rooted within the Torah and Chassidic teachings. "The palace of music and the world of repentance are adjacent," he explains.

Once a bustling Tel Aviv activist, he found his spiritual path, relocated to Yesod HaMa'ala, and now embraces a unique project.

Planning to travel abroad? Relaxing at a hotel in Israel? Or maybe renting a cabin? Any of these options might present significant spiritual challenges. With proper preparation, you can overcome them.

Six months after Elad Mukdas released the viral smartphone detox video that touched many hearts, he is currently working on producing another film. "My goal is to create artistic videos with messages and values," he explains.

Wondering what to eat during the Nine Days? If you're tired of the repetitive menu of hot dogs and pizzas, check out the ideas from nutritionist Dr. Rina Garnout. Even if you didn't have time to prepare this year, there's always next year.

Creating plastic hands for children lacking limbs, making toys for visually impaired kids, and even printing models of the Tabernacle. Yehuda Dwolatzki, an expert in the field, shares the wonders of 3D printing.

At Hidabroot channel, he's usually behind the scenes, but now we have the chance to hear what he has to say. Avishai Shitrit, the puppeteer of 'Tzur' from the popular show 'Tzur Meshelanu', discusses his unique role, the efforts to bring joy to children, and the miraculous providence that led him to this job.

Have you ever considered that on the way to Meron you might step on Hashem's holy name? Or assumed that a seemingly innocent picture in a newspaper might need to be preserved? When writing a wedding invitation, did you think twice about the possibility of a verse at the top requiring people to preserve it? Rabbi Eliezer Bundheim established 'The General Geniza' 30 years ago and hasn't stopped raising awareness about the issue and answering endless questions since.

Over 50 years ago, when Kibbutz Lavi built its first synagogue, no one could have imagined it would spark a world-leading furniture enterprise, furnishing over 5000 synagogues. Micha Huberman discusses reconstructing ancient synagogues, building arks over 10 meters tall, and establishing synagogues inside supermarkets and malls.