The word kosher is derived from the Hebrew word for “proper” or “correct.” The kashrut laws have to do with the cleanliness and sanctity of the food, including the production process.

Staff Sgt. Orel Moshe, 21, a kashrut supervisor in the IDF’s 7th Armored Brigade, from Rechasim, was killed during the Hamas invasion of the Yiftah IDF outpost near Zikim on October 7.

The Haifa rabbinate warned local hotels and event halls that they could lose their kashrut supervision if they hold New Year’s Eve parties on their premises. JERUSALEM (JTA) — The Haifa ...