Marriage

After months apart on reserve duty, married Israeli couples face a new challenge at home

A 2024 study, published in Archives of Sexual Behavior, of couples during the current war found that wartime stress sharply reduces sexual well-being and emotional closeness.

 An IDF reservist kisses his child before boarding the bus, in Jerusalem, May 2025.
 The groom hugs the bride from behind, the bride holds a wedding bouquet. (illustrative)

Chief Rabbinate Council sets new financial range for ketubahs

‘NO MAN is an island, entire of itself...’

Parashat Ki Tetze: Set adrift on the island of Elul

UNDER THE HUPPA.

Parashat Ki Tetze: Creating a deep bond and the secret of marriage


When should newlyweds buy an apartment?

Much like a building, for a marriage to succeed, it needs a strong foundation.

 An illustrative image of newlyweds hugging as they are surrounded by boxes in their new home.

Fertility ethics in wartime - opinion

Is the extraction of sperm and use for fertility purposes permitted, and if so, who are the people who should be allowed to request it?

 IDF ground troops operate in the Gaza Strip. December 6, 2023.

NGOs team up to give IDF couples wedding registry gifts

For IDF couples who have been on the front lines, the idea of receiving gifts and well wishes from strangers around the world is surreal – and welcome.

 IDF reserve soldier gets married in Kiryat Shmona, near Lebanon border, Oct. 26 (Illustrative).

Caught red-handed: Idaho father cheats on wife with mother-in-law

In a heart-wrenching tale of betrayal, an Idaho mother of twins discovers an affair between her husband and her own mother, leading to a toxic unraveling of trust and family bonds.


Step-siblings become spouses: How do their parents react?

Step-siblings Matilda and Smalley's love story defies social norms as they navigate criticism and judgment to be together.

 Matilda and Samoli, brothers who became husband and wife

Why did this 19-year-old marry a 90-year-old?

In a surprising tale from New York, Cyrus Wiley recounts marrying a woman over seven decades his senior, facing family disapproval, and the unexpected aftermath.


Italian PM breaks up with partner over sexist remarks

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ends her 10-year relationship with presenter Andrea Giambruno.


This man is 54 years younger than his wife

A 26-year-old man and his 80-year-old wife celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary, proving that love knows no bounds.


Just before battle: Daniel Moreshet and his partner get engaged

Just before heading into battle, Moreshet shared a photo of himself and his partner dressed in IDF uniforms.


Your Taxes: Tax penalty for couples, married or not

If you buy or sell a home in Israel, your tax will be higher if you are married or living together as a common-law couple, than if you are single.

 Illustrative image of doing taxes.