Tree Falls On Moving Car In Crown Heights
A tree fell on a moving car driving on a Crown Heights street Wednesday afternoon. The tree was brought down by high winds caused by an incoming storm.
A Weekly Medical Minute: Anaphylaxis
CrownHeights.info: We present a new series titled “A Weekly Medical Minute.” In this series, we will publish useful tips and information from Medical Professionals on Health, Wellness, and Medical issues.
“Lama,” Acapella by Chaim Dovid Berson
Singer Chaim Dovid Berson released an Acapella version of his song “Lama.”
Baby Boy!
Shlome and Ariella (nee Nates) Kohn (Crown Heights)
Halacha Guide: Tishah B’Av
Rabbi Shmuel Lesches, Magid Shiur in the Yeshiva Gedola of Melbourne, Australia, has compiled a guide to the laws and customs of Tishah B’Av for the benefit of the wider Lubavitch community.
Codex Judaica Releases Compact Version
Zichron Press announced the release of a condensed version of its popular “Codex Judaica”, the comprehensive Chronological Index of Jewish History with over 25,000 books sold.
No More Tuna and Crackers ala Suitcase: Kosher is on the House
When Chaya Mushka Segal arrived in Sliema, Malta, six years ago, she found herself manning not only her new Chabad center, but also its nascent restaurant. Together with her husband, Rabbi Chaim, Segal prepped and cooked and served hundreds of tourists and visitors at their centrally-located cafe. Now, L’Chaim, perched on the island nation’s glistening bay, boasts a trained chef in its highly-rated kitchen.
New Law Allows NY Schools To Install Cameras On School Bus Stop Arms
Schools in New York state can now install cameras on the stop arms of school buses to catch motorists who put students at risk under legislation signed into law Tuesday by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Netherlands Rabbi Suits Up as National Team’s ‘Spiritual Coach’ at Maccabi Games
Chabad educators like to turn their students into leaders and influencers in their own right as quickly as possible. So upon leaving this year’s European Maccabi Games in Budapest, where he had journeyed last week to support his country’s team, Rabbi Yanki Jacobs knew that he had made some headway when a group of participating athletes pledged to continue his work after he was gone, including wrapping tefillin with other Maccabi delegations.
Siyum Harambam Celebrated in Empire Shtibel
A Siyum HaRambam and Farbrengen was held in Empire Shtibel in Crown Heights, with a large crowd and special guests. The event included a Seudas Mitzvah and a lineup of speakers.
Picture of the Day
Shoshana Ovitz, a survivor of Auschwitz, who had her mother taken from her by the infamous Dr. Mangele, celebrated her 104th birthday at the Kotel, surrounded by her all her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Panic in Times Square After Motorcycle Mistaken for Gunshots
A stampede was created Tuesday evening after a backfiring motorcycle created a shooting scare. The stampede left 12 people injured, none seriously.
Beth Rivkah Encourages Parents To Add Their Voice Against State Mandated Education Requirements
In a letter to parents, Rabbi Leibel Newman, the Dean of Beth Rivkah Girls School, encouraged parents to join in and voice there opposition to the proposed guidelines that would mandate hours of secular subjects in Yeshivos.
Networking Breakfast Series Hosts Executive Director of Signature Bank
The NBS – Networking Breakfast Series is a not-for-profit organization, focused on providing business, educational, and mentoring opportunities for Jewish business leaders. On Thursday, August 1st NBS hosted a breakfast with Scott A. Shay, the founder and executive director of Signature Bank.
Picture of the Day
In another move into space, Israel will soon be launching its Amos 17 communications satellite through SpaceX. In the photo you see the control room from where the Israeli Amos 17 will be launched.
Video of the Day
Yeshivas Kayitz Yerushalayim (YKY), run by Rabbi Shmulik Schneerosn and Rabbi Yosef Avtzon, were videoed singing Ani Maamin while on a trip to Yad VaShem. Yeshivas Kayitz Yerushalayim is in its first year, and has seen amazing success.
JEM: A Light In The Darkness
Ahead of the new JEM Presents: The Rebbe on anti-Semitism, and in keeping with the spirit of the three weeks – to anticipate and learn about Moshiach, presented is a video produced by JEM last year for Tisha B’av.
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