When a child comes home and announces, “I don’t like my teacher,” it can leave a parent unsettled. Our instinct may be to jump to conclusions—blaming the teacher, questioning the school, or even feeling frustrated with our child for being “difficult.” These reactions are understandable. At the same time, pausing before responding can open the door to more thoughtful support.

New York

 New York Governor Kathy Hochul endorsed Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, in a New York Times opinion essay, providing a key establishment boost to the 33-year-old democratic socialist ahead of the November election.

Rabbi N. Daniel Korobkin, senior rabbi of Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto Congregation (The BAYT), will soon be making Aliyah to Israel to help establish a new Orthodox Anglo community in New Katamon, Jerusalem. This exciting project is more than just a shul—it’s the foundation of a vibrant neighborhood designed for English-speaking families seeking meaningful religious lives in the heart of the city.