Trump Announces Planned Launch New Social Network
Former US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that he would be launching a new social network, “TRUTH Social”, that purports to “stand up to the tyranny of Big Tech.”
2000-Year-Old Amethyst Stone With Unique Inscription Discovered In The City of David
A 2000-year-old amethyst seal from the Days of the Second Temple has been discovered in The City of David inscribed with the first discovered depiction of the famous Balm of Gilead. The Balm of Gilead is also known as the Incense of Cleopatra and the Second Temple.
Former President Trump Meets With Lubavitcher Askan
On Wednesday afternoon, a Lubavitcher Askan and Jewish community leader met in Florida with former President Trump.
Ancient Siddur Sells for Record-Breaking $8.3 Million
A medieval Jewish prayer book sold for $8.3 million at the Sotheby’s auction house on Tuesday, fetching the highest price ever paid for a Hebrew manuscript.
Nearly 80% of Republicans Want Trump to Run for President in 2024
Nearly 80 percent of Republicans want former President Donald Trump to run for office in 2024, according to a new poll.
Baby Girl!
Dov and Hendel (nee Mergui) Amsellem (Crown Heights)
Grandchildren of 770’s Original Architect Visit The Building
Following the publishing of the article in the Forward claiming 770 as the most recognizable Jewish building, the grandchildren of the architect of the original 770 building came to visit.
Friendship Circle Volunteer Orientation 5782 Article
Friendship Circle of Brooklyn kicked off the year with a grand Volunteer Orientation for their girls’ division.
NY Employers Can’t Test for Marijuana, With Few Exceptions
Most employees in New York can no longer be subjected to drug testing for marijuana by their employers as part of the state’s new law that legalized adult use of marijuana.
Chabad of Orange County Holds Pink Mega Challah Bake
Women from across Orange County gathered for a “Pink Mega Challah Bake” in honor of breast cancer awareness month.
Facebook Rejects Chabad Ad Promoting Class Against Antisemitism
A series of advertising materials being published by JLI Teachers across the world promoting a class on antisemitism and Jewish identity has been rejected by Facebook, allegedly over it simply being a sensitive social topic.
Palm Beach County Grants Hatzalah of Palm Beach County License to Operate
In a 7-0 vote Wednesday morning, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners has unanimously voted to grant Hatzalah of Palm Beach County a license to operate within the county, making it the second Hatzalah of Florida granted a license.
CYP Shabbaton is Back with “Re-Encounter”
The last time CYP spent a Shabbos in Crown Heights was in January of 2020. Yet, as the pandemic eases down, CYP has announced that they will again be hosting their annual Shabbaton this year.
Mayor de Blasio Announces Vaccine Mandate for New York City Workforce
Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for all City workers. Starting today, City employees will receive an extra $500 in their paycheck for receiving their first shot at a City-run vaccination site.
Chabad Russian Shluchos Gather in Kazan
A special conference for dozens of Rebetzins and Chabad Emissaries in far flung areas of Russia included days of inspiration and learning, and dealt with unique issues these shluchos face.
Hidden Treasure in a Closet in 770
Hundreds of previously-unknown original audio recordings found, soon to be published at ashreinu.app.
Man Shot in Arm In Crown Heights Shooting
Just before 6:00pm Tuesday evening, at the intersection of Utica Ave and Sterling Pl in Crown Heights, a man was shot in the arm outside a liquor store.
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