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Israel’s President Reuven Rivlin, who is currently on a visit to South Korea, presented South Korean President Moon with an Artscroll Maseches Bava Kamma, reflecting the profound interest and study of Gemara in South Korea.
Two Sentenced to 10 years in Killing of MMA Fighter Aaron Rajman
Two people took responsibility Monday for the killing of mixed martial arts fighter Aaron Rajman, and received 10-year prison sentences. The prosecution continues against a third person alleged as the shooter in the case.
Kinus Hashluchim 5780 Banquet Venue Chosen
This coming Kinus Hashluchim Banquet is scheduled to take place on Sunday, the 26th of Cheshvan 5780 (November 24, 2019). The venue for the thousands strong sit down dinner will be the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison, NJ
Heat Wave To Hit NYC This Weekend, Topping at Nearly 110 Degrees
A heat wave has been forecasted for New York City this weekend, with tempertures to reach nearly 110 degrees. People are reminded to stay hydrated, and indoors as much as possible.
Portugal Okays 10,000 Requests for Citizenship by Sephardic Jews
Portugal has approved about a third of approximately 33,000 applications for citizenship under its 2015 law for descendants of Sephardic Jews, according to official data.
A Pakistani court has released the alleged mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai Terror attack that killed Gabi and Rivky Hotlzburg HYD, the Shluchim to Mumbai. He was released on bail, despite being a US and UN designated terrorist.
Pakistan Arrests, then Releases Mastermind of 2008 Mumbai Terror Attack
A Pakistani court has released the alleged mastermind of the 2008 Mumbai Terror attack that killed Gabi and Rivky Hotlzburg HYD, the Shluchim to Mumbai. He was released on bail, despite being a US and UN designated terrorist.
New York Raises Smoking Age from 18 to 21
New York’s Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday signed a bill to raise the state’s smoking age from 18 to 21, making New York the seventeenth state to make the move.
BDE: Yaakov Matisyahu Sternbach, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Yaacov Sternbach OBM, a beloved husband and father.
Campers Worldwide Spend a Morning Connecting With the Rebbe
From Melbourne to Toronto, campers and staff alike enjoyed a 45-minute program the day before Gimel Tammuz to connect with and learn from the Rebbe. A talk of the Rebbe, a collage of children with the Rebbe, and a presentation of niggunim performed by Eli Marcus and Fitche Benshimon, all made for an impactful, enjoyable and inspirational Connection Point program.
Kollel Tiferes Menachem in Los Angeles Ordains 22 Rabbis
This year at Kollel Tiferes Menachem of LA, has been an especially fulfilling one, as it graduates 22 newly ordained Rabbis.
JEM: Where Are We Holding With Project 25?
The effects of Project 25 were felt around the world as the Rebbe’s ideas and ideals spread to millions, across many demographics and a myriad of platforms.
CSSY launches Just One Shabbos Summer Campaign for Crown Heights
CSSY is currently running a summer campaign called “Just One Shabbos” asking the community to sponsor at least one Shabbos for a Crown Heights family.
The Sixth Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, in 1927, around the time he left the Soviet Union for the last time.
Chabad.org Research Sheds Light on Secret Soviet-Era Portrait
A research article published on Chabad.org sheds new light on the secret portrait of the sixth Rebbe—Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, of righteous memory—that remained behind in the Soviet Union following his 1927 exile from the country.
One Arrested For Driving While Intoxicated After Hitting Three Parked Cars in Crown Heights
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, an intoxicated driver crashed his car in Crown Heights, hitting three parked vehicles. Crown Heights Shomrim responded to the accident, and the man was ultimately arrested by the Police.
Archeological “Megasite” Found Near Jerusalem
A huge ancient settlement, one of the largest of its kind in the region, has been discovered during archaeological excavations by the Israel Antiquities Authority near Motza Junction.
First Jewish Youth Center Opened in Russia’s Far East
by Mussi Sharfstein – Lubavitch.com 250 members of the Jewish community of Birobidzhan, Russia, celebrated the opening this month of Chabad’s 25 million ruble ($400,000), 6,500 square feet Jewish youth center. The region is more than 5,000 km (approx. 3,000 […]
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Watch singer Motty Steimetz as he sings Chabad melodies at a family simcha, accompanied by Ushi Fischer.
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