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Debra Oyugi, regional marketing coordinator with MSI Kenya, speaks to a group of young women about contraception. (Photo provided by MSI, via JTA)

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MSI Brings Contraception and Opportunity to Adolescents in Kenya

April 17, 2024April 10, 2024 JTA

In Kenya, MSI is working with local organizations to help provide access to contraception so girls can continue their education and pursue their dreams.

More than 4,000 students from 25 countries participated in JewQ.

Baltimore Students Win Silver Medals at Int’l Jewish Knowledge Fest

April 16, 2024April 17, 2024 Staff Report

Avi Jacobs and Avraham Zhu emerged victorious at JewQ, held recently in Stamford, Connecticut.

Ken Holtzman is shown here pitching for the Chicago Cubs during the 1968 season. (Sporting News via Getty Images via JTA)

Local Maryland National News Sports

Former O’s Pitcher Ken Holtzman Dies at 78

April 16, 2024April 16, 2024 JTA

As a young Jewish southpaw breaking into Major League Baseball in 1965, Holtzman often drew comparisons to Los Angeles Dodgers great Sandy Koufax.

Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile system fires interception missiles at rockets streaming in from Lebanon. (Ayal Margolin/Flash90 via JTA)

International Israel Local Maryland Opinion

Never Let Your Enemies Steal Your Joy

April 15, 2024April 16, 2024 Guest Contributor

Former Baltimorean Mindy Sager Dickler, who made aliyah in 2021, writes about the experience of living in Israel over the past week.

(File photo by Joel Nadler)

Local Maryland Michael Olesker News Opinion

Going in the Right Direction?

April 15, 2024April 15, 2024 Michael Olesker

The city’s not a winner when little girls can’t walk through a shopping mall with their mothers without getting shot, writes Michael Olesker.

Rocky Road: The fate of the old Hendler Creamery Company plant, seen here from the rooftop of the Helping Up Mission in East Baltimore, has been debated by preservationists and city officials for several years. (Staff Photo)

Community Food & Drink Local Maryland

Remains of the Old Hendler’s Creamery Plant Facility In East Baltimore to be Demolished by City

April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 Alan Feiler, Editor-in-Chief

The old Hendler’s Creamery plant facility at 1100 E. Baltimore Street is scheduled for demolition on April 15.

The Beth Tfiloh solidarity mission delegation recently stopped by the village of Givat Harel to visit Yoni Rose (holding Ravens banner), BT’s interim chazzan who has been serving in the Israel Defense Forces for the past two-and-a-half months.

Community International Israel Opinion Religion

Oh, What A Beautiful Sight to See

April 9, 2024April 4, 2024 Rabbi Eli Yoggev

Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev writes about leading Beth Tfiloh’s recent mission to Israel and the resilience of the Jewish people during the most challenging of times.

A pair of intrepid bouncing enthusiasts give the bounce house at the Community Block Party their full and undivided attention. (Photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

Arts & Life Community Local Maryland The Arts

Community Block Party Draws Thousands to Owings Mills JCC

April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 JMORE Staff

Last Sunday, the young and the not-so-young returned to the Owings Mills JCC campus for this year’s gathering, featuring music, food, games, bounce houses and more.

Despite the ubiquitous nature of danger, we can never let ourselves be intimidated by life’s unanticipated moments and hide in our rooms, writes Michael Olesker. (File photo)

Community Local Maryland Michael Olesker National Opinion

Earthquakes, Bridge Collapses and the Constant Threat of Disaster

April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 Michael Olesker

The fragility of life reminds us to always savor every day and appreciate the ones we love, writes Michael Olesker.

Last month, protesters at a Baltimore City Hall rally called on local elected officials to demand the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. (FIle photo by Robyn Stevens Brody)

Community International Israel Local Maryland National News

D.C. Rally to Call for Release of Hostages in Gaza

April 5, 2024April 5, 2024 JMORE Staff

The march from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial will be held on the six-month anniversary of the Oct. 7th Hamas massacre.

O, Say Can You Sing!: Jami Saval first performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Camden Yards at age 11 and now returns annually. ((Provided photo)

Community Local Maryland Sports

Owings Mills Native Jami Saval Sings National Anthem during Orioles’ Season Opening Weekend

April 5, 2024April 8, 2024 Alan Feiler, Editor-in-Chief

Jmore spoke with Ellicott City resident and Temple Isaiah congregant Jami Saval about her experience singing the national anthem at Camden Yards during the Orioles’ opening weekend and what made the moment extra special.