Articles of Interest | June 6th, 2024
Heading off into summer brings a whole new scenery, and with it, the need to deal with a whole range of halachic issues that tend to crop up when away from our normal routine. A number of the issues which are perennial favorites are addressed below. DON’T GET BURNED Applying Sunscreen on Shabbos In dealing…
Articles of Interest | June 6th, 2024
Where LifeStraw, Salt Shakers, Pour-Over Coffee and Orange Juice Pulp find commonality LifeStraw is a brand that manufactures water filtration and purification devices, designed as straws. These straws remove almost all of waterborne bacteria, microplastics and parasites. Some newer models can remove chlorine and lead. The majority of LifeStraw devices are distributed as part of…
Articles of Interest | May 3rd, 2024
When the sunshine makes its much-anticipated appearance, along with it come delicious and refreshing summer drinks. While freshly squeezed lemonade, energy-boosting vegetable juices, and creamy smoothies are indeed something to look forward to, they raise interesting halachic questions that need to be addressed. What is the appropriate berachah for fresh fruit and vegetable juices? How…
