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Russian Chief Rabbi Alarmed by Treatment of Chabad Representatives
In an urgent letter to Sweden’s government officials, Russia’s Chief Rabbi Berel Lazar expressed “grave concern” for the wellbeing of Sweden’s Chabad emissaries, Rabbi Alexander and Leah Namdar, and their family.
Historic Fortress Unearthed at Helsinki Chabad Site
The Chabad center in Helsinki, Finland, was undergoing renovations when an excavation shovel struck what are believed to be wooden beams of a Russian fortress, according to state archaeologists.
Study Says Wearing Tefillin Daily Has Health Benefits
A pilot study led by researchers at the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Medicine suggests Jewish men who practice wearing tefillin, which involves the tight wrapping of an arm with leather banding as part of daily prayer, may receive cardiovascular health benefits.
Weekly Unique Photo of the Rebbe
Courtesy of Lubavitch Archives, we present a photo of the Rebbe encouraging the singing during Kos Shel Bracha.
Shabbos at the Besht: Practical Davening Tips
This Shabbos at the Besht, Rabbi Avraham Katz, Author of, “A Practical Guide to Davening,” will lead a discussion titled Practical Davening Tips to make your Davening more Geshmak and Meaningful.
Melbourne Celebrates Siyum Sefer Torah
Young Yeshivah (Melbourne Australia) recently celebrated its second Siyum Sefer Torah, generously donated by Mr and Mrs Michael & Sylvia Goldhirsch, in honour of Sylvia’s parents, Fishel and Basia Bock.
A Moment in Brunoy’s Chotzer – A Lifetime in Your Heart (ad)
Brunoy Yeshiva launches a fundraising raffle to help them continue their important work of educating the next generation of Chassidim.
Weekly Letter: “Making Peace With G-d”
The Rebbe’s letter this week is about the Zayin Mitzvos – addressed to a non- Jew who asks about “making peace with G-d” – which, the Rebbe says, is not an end in itself, but rather it is the fulfillment of one’s destiny which should be one’s goal. The letter, written originally in English, is from the archives of the Rebbe’s trusted secretary Rabbi Nissan Mindel.
Williamsburg Mans Criminal Conviction Overturned
A Williamsburg man who was convicted of gang assault and related charges for his role in the brutal beating of Taj Patterson has his conviction overturned and indictment thrown out.
“Greater Crown Heights Eruv” Reportedly Down for Weeks — Updated
The “Greater Crown Heights Eruv” has been down for nearly two weeks, says a CrownHeights.info reader who sent us photos of the break in the Eruv. Update: Eruv custodians reached out following the publication of this article, and clarified that the Eruv was never actually “down,”
Future is Bright with CTeen Leaders
In a letter dated 20 Iyar 5720, the Rebbe put special attention on Jewish teens, even adding that in general youth responds more readily to youth. “They have special qualities of untapped reserves of energy and enthusiasm.” Today, the Rebbes words continue to ring true, as CTeen continues to climb the ladder of international and global change at the hands of its teen leaders.
Here’s My Story: The Struggling Economist
Most tourists to Jerusalem know my family name – Mandelbaum – because they have visited the site where my family’s home once stood. It had been destroyed in 1948 during Israel’s War of Independence, and a gate was erected on its site. During the nineteen years that Jerusalem was divided, in order to proceed from one part (the Israeli part) to the other part (occupied by Jordan), everyone had to pass through what was called – after the ruin of our home – the Mandelbaum Gate. When Jerusalem was reunited after the Six-Day War, the Mandelbaum Gate was dismantled, but the site is part of Jerusalem’s history now and most tourists are taken to see it.
Man Fatally Struck by Sanitation Truck
An early morning crash claimed the life of a 37-year-old Hispanic man as he was crossing the street on Brooklyn Avenue near Eastern Parkway. The entire area is closed off due to a police investigation.
Picture of the Day
With construction rapidly progressing toward completion, a mural was being painted on the side of the building, located on East New York Avenue near Schenectady Avenue, depicting a Hassidic man standing with a black woman on a subway.
Video: Ceremony for Induction of Candidates for Admission to The Florida Bar
At the Ceremony for Induction of Candidates for Admission to The Florida Bar, Lubavitcher Chili Baron was given the honor of speaking on behalf of all the candidates.
Use Ride Sharing? Now you can Waze Carpool!
The famous mapping app Waze, which was originally created in Israel, has released its car pool app called Waze Carpool in New York City.
