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Over five million hours of childcare have been unlocked thanks to the government's Free Breakfast Club programme 10 Million Free Breakfasts Served in Schools Across Country Ten million free breakfasts have been served to children across England through the government’s free breakfast club programme — unlocking 5 million hours of childcare and representing potential savings of up to £25 million in childcare costs for working families. Over 300,000 children across 1,250 clubs are already...

Government answers parents’ calls for support on screen time with new evidence-backed guidance New Screen Time Guidance for Parents of Under-5s Parents of young children are facing a constant battle with screens. Now, for the first time, the government is stepping in with clear, trusted guidance to help families navigate it. Following weeks of engagement with over a thousand parents who called for clear support on how much screen time is too much, and how to build healthy habits, the...

Mayside Books Announces New Hardcover and Kindle Editions of Crooked Knight: How It All Went Wrong For IEQ Mayside Books , an imprint of WireNews Limited, has announced the release of a newly prepared edition of Crooked Knight: How It All Went Wrong For IEQ , now available in hardcover and Kindle formats alongside a newly revised manuscript of the original work. First published in 2004, Crooked Knight tells the remarkable story behind the collapse of Intermediate Equity plc (IEQ) and the...

Mayside Books Publishes New Edition of Machiavelli’s 'The Prince' Mayside Books, an imprint of WireNews Limited, has announced the publication of a new edition of Niccolò Machiavelli’s The Prince , featuring an introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev. First written in the early sixteenth century, The Prince remains one of the most influential works of political thought ever produced. In this concise and uncompromising treatise, Machiavelli examines the realities of power—how it is gained, how it is...

Hebrew Synagogue Announces Publication of Seder Tefillot Shabbat, the Second Volume in Its Authoritative Prayer Collection Hebrew Synagogue has announced the publication of Seder Tefillot Shabbat , the second volume in its growing series of carefully prepared Jewish prayer books. This new release follows the publication of Seder Tefillot: The Complete Order of Daily Jewish Prayers and continues the project’s commitment to clarity, textual fidelity, and faithfulness to established Jewish...

by Ram ben Ze'ev The Illusion of Profit: Why Strategy’s Bitcoin ‘Gains’ Cannot Be Realised There is a dangerous misunderstanding spreading among retail investors, and it centres on one word: profit . In recent months, Strategy’s public filings and presentations have increasingly framed Bitcoin price movements in terms of operating income, net income, and earnings per share. To the untrained eye, this implies something intuitive and reassuring: that Strategy is generating profits when Bitcoin...

Blue Origin Announces Crew for New Shepard’s 36th Mission Blue Origin today announced the next crew flying on its NS-36 mission. The crew...

Mayside Books – A Distinctive Publishing Imprint with Global Reach Mayside Books ™, an imprint of WireNews Limited and part of the Mayside Partners group of companies, continues its mission to bring distinctive and meaningful works to readers around the world. Established in 1997 in New York as the Origin of Books, Mayside Books has grown into a trusted name in publishing, combining traditional expertise with modern print-on-demand capabilities. The imprint works closely with authors to...

Blue Origin Announces Crew for New Shepard’s 34th Mission New Shepard’s 34th Mission Blue Origin today announced the six people flying on...

by Ram ben Ze’ev The Mountain Still Calls On Sunday evening, as the sun dips below the horizon, we will gather to celebrate חג השבועות (Chag HaShavuot), the Festival of Weeks. It is the culmination of seven weeks of counting the עומר (omer) since the festival of פסח (Pesach), a sacred journey that leads us to this moment — the giving of the תורה (Torah) at הר סיני (Har Sinai), Mount Sinai. But Chag HaShavuot is more than a commemoration of a historical event. It is an eternal call, echoing...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen A two-volume work has just been published. Milhemet Mitzvah : Editors Aviad Hacohen, Yitzchak...

by Ram ben Ze'ev The Idolatry of Outrage: How the Nations Amplify Evil and Distract the Jewish Mission I believe that evil is not merely sustained, but amplified by and through the Nations—that is, the nations of the world. With every act of antisemitism, the global chorus of outrage grows louder. Governments, organisations, influencers, and even well-meaning individuals rush to condemn, protest, and "raise awareness." But beneath this façade of moral virtue lies something far more troubling:...

by Ram ben Ze'ev The Advocate Born of a Mitzvah Our Sages teach in מסכת אבות (Masechet Avot – Ethics of the Fathers) Chapter 4, Mishnah 11:"רבי אליעזר בן יעקב אומר, העושה מצוה אחת, קונה לו פרקליט אחד; והעובר עבירה אחת, קונה לו קטיגור אחד" – "Rabbi Eliezer ben Yaakov says: One who performs one מצוה (mitzvah – commandment) acquires for himself one פרקליט (praklit – advocate), and one who performs one עבירה (aveirah – transgression) acquires for himself one קטיגור (ketigor – prosecutor)." The...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen I have the pleasure of lecturing weekly on the Bible. We are now in the first Book of Shmuel...

Sacrifices or deeds? by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Every book of the Torah contains a range of different subjects, ideas and...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen I have the pleasure of lecturing weekly on the Bible. We are now in the first Book of Shmuel...

Rise and Shine, Little Man David Hogarth’s Rise and Shine, Little Man is a beautifully written blend of memoir and quiet introspection....

Partly Sane, Prose Merry and Rhyme David Hogarth’s Partly Sane, Prose Merry and Rhyme is not just a collection of writings—it’s a statement. The author strips back the niceties of conventional poetry and takes aim at the chaotic undercurrents of contemporary life. The tone ranges from humorous to haunting, from defiant to melancholic. What emerges is a deeply personal and perceptive examination of how we live, how we pretend to live, and how media shapes the narrative in between. Hogarth’s...

Shemot 27:20-30:10 - Clothes by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen In Shakespeare's Hamlet, Polonius tells his son Laertes to dress...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Giovanni Pico Della Mirandola I first heard of the Christian polymath Giovanni Pico Della Mirandola (1463-1494)...

Shemot Chapters 21:1-24:18 - A Constitution by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The sequence of laws as given in the recent...

Mayside Books Launches Cooking at 20 Degrees: A Culinary Adventure for Sailors and Landlubbers Alike Mayside Books is thrilled to announce the release of Cooking at 20 Degrees: 100 Recipes for Life at an Angle by Bill White, a seasoned sailor and passionate cook who has spent decades navigating the seas and experimenting with meals in the galley. This unique cookbook is designed for those who crave delicious meals amidst the challenges of life at sea—or for anyone looking to spice up their...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Rabbi Jeremy Rosen A few weeks ago, The Economist ran an article referring to Sir Isaiah Berlin. He was an...

Chancellor of the Exchequer launches second phase of the Spending Review Prime Minister’s Plan for Change at heart of Spending Review,...

A speech by Juliette Enser, interim Executive Director for Competition Enforcement at the CMA, delivered at King's College London...

Mayside Books is delighted to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s enchanting play, The Tempest: A Tale of Magic and Redemption . This edition is part of Mayside Books’ curated collection of literary classics, offering readers fresh insights into one of Shakespeare’s most magical and thought-provoking works. This edition features an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a UK-based columnist and author renowned for his analytical depth. Ben Ze’ev explores the play’s...

Mayside Books is proud to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s masterpiece, King Lear: The Tragedy of Power and Madness . This edition, part of Mayside Books’ curated collection of literary classics, provides readers with fresh insights into one of Shakespeare’s most powerful and enduring works. This edition features an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a renowned UK-based columnist and author. In his insightful commentary, ben Ze’ev delves into the play’s...

Mayside Books is pleased to announce the reissue of Footnotes to a Scoundrel: A True Story of Love, Lies, and Crime by Brian Richards. This compelling narrative delves into a true story of deception, romance, and criminal intrigue, offering readers a gripping exploration of human nature and moral ambiguity. Originally published in August 1998, Footnotes to a Scoundrel has garnered attention for its detailed recounting of a real-life tale that intertwines love and betrayal. Brian Richards...

Mayside Books is proud to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, Othello: Betrayal and Jealousy . This beautifully crafted edition is part of Mayside Books’ collection of reimagined literary classics, designed to bring fresh insight and accessibility to the works of history’s greatest authors. Featuring an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a renowned UK-based columnist and author, this edition delves into the enduring themes of Shakespeare’s...

Mayside Books is proud to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s timeless love story, Romeo and Juliet: The Tragedy of the Star-Crossed Lovers . As part of Mayside Books’ collection of reimagined classics, this edition offers readers fresh insights into one of the most enduring tales of passion, fate, and tragedy. This edition features an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a UK-based columnist and author renowned for his thoughtful analyses. In his introduction,...

Mayside Books proudly announces the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, Hamlet: The Tragedy of the Danish Prince . This latest offering in Mayside Books’ reimagined classics collection provides fresh insights into one of the most iconic works in the history of literature. This edition features an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a UK-based columnist and author known for his in-depth analyses and thought-provoking perspectives. Ben Ze’ev’s introduction...

Mayside Books is thrilled to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s dark and gripping tragedy, Macbeth: The Scottish Play Unveiled . This latest addition to Mayside Books’ collection of reimagined literary classics offers fresh insights into one of Shakespeare’s most haunting masterpieces. This edition features an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a distinguished UK-based columnist and author known for his thought-provoking perspectives. Ben Ze’ev’s introduction...

Mayside Books is delighted to announce the release of a new edition of William Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream: A Tale of Love and Mischief . This edition is part of Mayside Books’ distinguished collection of reimagined literary classics, designed to provide readers with fresh insights into some of the world’s most beloved works. Featuring an original introduction by Ram ben Ze’ev, a respected UK-based columnist and author, this edition explores the play’s whimsical...

Blue Origin today revealed the six people flying on its NS-28 mission. The crew includes: Emily Calandrelli, Sharon Hagle, Marc Hagle,...

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Uzbekistan on the...

וללב מלכים אין חקר “There is no way to plumb the depths of the hearts of kings.” Proverbs 25:3 by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The Biblical books...

Today, the Third of Marcheshvan, marks eleven years since the passing of Maran Rabbeinu Ovadia Yosef zt”l. The Torah states in Parashat...

Genesis (Bereishit) Chapter 6:9 EVOLUTION by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen In some religious fundamentalist circles, the word evolution is a...

In 2024 the State Department has broken annual U.S. passport processing records for the third consecutive fiscal year by issuing...

As Yom Kippur closes we must ensure that we have repented and be like HaShem’s children! Ideas which Maran tz”l said on Yom HaKippurim in...

Blue Origin’s next New Shepard flight, NS-27, will debut our second human-rated vehicle, enabling expanded flight capacity to better meet...

It is customary to eat red meat and sweet foods on the days of Rosh Hashanah, as the verse in Nechemia states, “Go eat fatty foods and...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Many, many books have been written about the Holocaust and antisemitism. Amongst my favorites is Anthony Julius’s...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The Shabbat after the fast of the Ninth of Av, is called Shabbat Nachamu, the Shabbat of Comfort. Its name...

Deuteronomy 1-3:23 - What’s in a Name? by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Why do we call this, the fifth book of the Torah, that we start this...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The anniversary of Hillel Kook’s death was this week. A Jewish Walter Mitty and a colorful, complex, dual...

Numbers 25:10-30 - Zealots by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The story of Pinchas, the grandson of High Priest Aaron is about zealotry, normally a...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Alexander the Great (356-323 BCE) holds a very special place in Jewish historiography and mythology. It is true...

More Americans can travel abroad today than at any time in our history. In 1990, only five percent of Americans had a passport. Today,...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Shavuot more than any other festival illustrates the ongoing way in which a Biblical festival and indeed many...

Leviticus 9:1-11-46 - You Are What You Eat by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen After dealing with the sacrificial system and with the roles that...

Leviticus 6:1-8:36 - Humans First by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen We continue reading this week about the sacrifices. A controversial issue that...

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken today welcomed the release of Best Practices for the Washington Principles on Nazi-Confiscated Art,...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Education has been a core value in Judaism from the very start. Several times every day, those of us who pray,...

What if depression, anxiety, infertility, insomnia, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Mordell Klein (1943-2024) was my oldest friend! A brilliant, charismatic, multi-faceted man of many talents and...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen I pick up any academic book on the Bible with trepidation. First of all, because the very term needs clarification....

Genesis 41-44:17 - End of Days by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen This week's Torah reading starts when Joseph had been in jail for a crime he had not...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Why did we celebrate Simchat Torah? One of the reasons given by the Tur, (Jacob Ben Asher 1270-1340) and other...

United We Stand by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen We will start reading the Torah from the beginning again this week. The words of the Torah require...

The Department of State is committed to providing the best possible service for our passport customers while upholding strict national...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen The Book of Jonah is only forty-eight verses long, but it is one of the most popular books of the Bible. And it is...

During the days preceding Rosh Hashanah, every single member of the Jewish nation must contemplate his/her actions and perform some sort...

By studying Torah and observing the Mitzvot we ensure that Eretz Yisrael remains Am Yisrael’s and that we shall merit to angels...

Trader of electronic goods retained no records, leaving tax bill of more than £2.7 million unpaid and no explanation for transactions...

The Books of the Bible by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Why do we call the fifth book of the Torah that we start this week Devarim but non-Jews (and...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen Of all the Roman emperors, I would say that Constantine more than any other, was responsible indirectly for the two...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen In 1997 “The Life of Brian”, by Monty Python comedians, was a tremendous hit in Britain, and a scandal. The cast...

This morning the Chancellor met the UK's principal mortgage lenders and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to agree support for people...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen One of the longest-running radio program series on the BBC is Desert Island Discs. It began in the year of my...

The United States and Jamaican government officials, along with implementing partners the International Organization for Migration and...

The Torah introduces the momentous event of the giving of the Torah to the Jewish nation with the verse (Shemot 19), “On the third month...

Our Sages teach us that Rabbi Akiva had twelve thousand pairs of students and they all died in a plague during the period between Pesach...

Terrorist prisoners to be banned from taking leading roles in religious services tough new measures will be introduced to stop terrorists...

by Rabbi Jeremy Rosen I have recently read two great books. "Israel’s Declaration of Independence: The History and Political Theory of...

The Mishnah in Pirkei Avot (1,1) states: “Moshe received the Torah from Sinai and passed it on to Yehoshua. Yehoshua then passed it on to...

by Shlomo Pacht At the end of each week, we have been featuring excerpts from Yizkor books in JewishGen's archive. You can find the...

In-depth independent investigation provisionally finds deal raises concerns about cloud and console gaming Merger could make Microsoft...

A person only retains spiritual achievements which are acquired through effort and groundwork From HaGaon Rav Zevadia HaCohen Shlit”a,...