Lighting up Kharkov
The eight days of Chanukah saw thousands of Jews at menorah lightings, hundreds of homes lit with the Chanukah flames and pride rekindled in the hearts of the Jews in Kharkov.
Video of the Day
In a new age method of Pirsumei Nisa, Comedians Menachem Silverstein (@MenachemSilverstein) and Menachem Kashanian (@MenachemK) took social media by storm as they teamed up with one of the biggest web-stars @KingBach (who currently has 16.9 million followers on Instagram) to spread the light of Chanukah like never before.
Op-Ed: Justice, Why we as a Community Should Care
Yosef Hershkop is a young member of the Crown Heights community, who has seen the ignorance and apathy of our community in regards to political and governing concepts. In an attempt to educate the members of our community, he penned the following Op-Ed on an important bill that effects us all.
8:00pm: How does someone know what he’s capable of?
Are We Doing All We Can to Empower Women Today? Chassidus Applied to Zos Chanukah and Parshas Vayigash; How Does Someone Know What He’s Capable Of? Is There a Difference How One Would Treat Depression in a Jew and in a Non-Jew? What Can I Do About Same Gender Attraction?
6 People Injured in Drive by Terror Shooting
Nine people have been injured, including one pregnant woman, in a drive by shooting near Jerusalem. The incident has been named terror related by Israel, and a man hunt is underway to catch the terrorists.
JEM: Watch Chanukah Live, 1990, Streaming at 5:00PM
This year, on the anniversary of Chanukah Live in 1990, JEM will be live streaming the video on the exact day it aired on national television on Chanukah some 28 years ago. To relive these amazing and precious moments with the Rebbe this year, tune in on Sunday, 1 Teves – December 9 at 5:00 PM to watch Chanukah Live, 5751 – 1990.
Video of the Day
The White House Chanukah party is not an event to be missed. With many dignitaries and the President of the United States, the event highlights the connection the Jewish nation has with the White House.
Germany: Light in the Footprint of Hate
An awe inspiring site. A giant menorah in a place that once held only hate. This year, thousands gathered at the Brandenburg Gate, where a speech full of hate once sparked the infamous Kristellnacht, and now hosts one of Chabads’ public menorahs.
Confusing Paskez Label Nearly Ends in Tragedy
A mother was horrified when a package of chocolate coins labelled PARVE, were found to have traces of dairy in it. And the worry was not for nothing, as her son had a life threatening reaction to the coins.
Surveillance Video of Maple Street Assault Released
The surveillance footage of an assault on Maple Street, that left a young man with a split lip, has been released by Crown Heights Shomrim. The footage, which shows the young man being targeted without reason, draws focus on the rising of unprovoked assaults in Brooklyn.
Second Hezbollah Tunnel Discovered on Lebanon Border
A second tunnel was discovered on the Lebanon border during Israels defense operation named, Operation Northern Shield. These discoveries are expected to continue over the next few weeks as Israel continues to dismantle Hezbollah cross border network.
Car Menorah Parade in Paris
Despite heated tensions and protests, the Chanukah car Menorah Parade in Paris went on as scheduled. A police escort was provided from beginning to end, creating a perfectly smooth event, and great Kiddush Hashem.
Picture of the Day
Car Menorahs have become the norm, and even a fad. There are different styles and configurations, different materials and sizes. Now they are not only found on private vehicles, but a viral photo shows that even the New York Police Department has adopted the car Menorah.
“Bitchu Bashem” A new Single by Shmueli Ungar
A new single and music video released by Shmueli Ungar stems from a cancelled concert and brings music to life. Its theme, no matter what happens, no matter the curves life throws our way, Hashem is the one in charge, all we have to do is keep the faith.
JEM: Chanukah Live 1990, Streaming at 5:00PM
This year, on the anniversary of Chanukah Live in 1990, JEM will be live streaming the video on the exact day it aired on national television on Chanukah some 28 years ago. To relive these amazing and precious moments with the Rebbe this year, tune in on Sunday, 1 Teves – December 9 at 5:00 PM to watch Chanukah Live, 5751 – 1990.
The Kotel, at Public Menorah Lighting in Curitiba
It is 33 years now that the Jewish community in Curitiba, Parana, South Brazil, manifests its’ strong Jewish identity and pride at the traditional giant menorah lighting at the 29th of March Square located in the neighborhood of Mercês.
The Hypocrisy of Hanukkah? Yes!
In response to a New York Times Article titled “The Hypocrisy of Hanukkah,” Rabbi Mendy Kaminker wrote a letter on the website chabad.org.
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