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Miami-Dade County Judge Christopher Benjamin requested Rabbi Moishe Kievman of Chabad to lead the prayers for his investiture ceremony. Watch Rabbi Kievman’s invocation.
Terrorist Who Planning Attack On 770 Extradited From Canada to the US
Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, the 20-year-old Pakistani who planned – and began traveling to carry out a terror attack at 770 Eastern Parkway has been extradited to the US from Canada. Prosecutors are planning to seek a life sentence in US courts.
New Workshop to Equip Emerging Shluchim With Tools to Build a Sustainable Mosad
For the first time, a hands-on workshop tailored for Shluchim in the early stages of developing their mosdos. Held in Crown Heights on Daled Tammuz, the full-day seminar will focus on delivering structure, clarity, and practical tools to help participants grow their Shlichus with focus and confidence. A virtual open house is scheduled for this Monday.
Rabbi Aziza with Michael A. Battle Sr., former Ambassador of the United States to Tanzania.
Bringing the Scent of Shabbat to the ‘Lone Jews’ of Tanzania
Tanzania’s Jewish roots stretch back over a century, but decades of challenges scattered its once-promising community. Now, a new Chabad House is poised to both revive that legacy and establish a vibrant Jewish presence for the future.
Famed Chitrik Seminary Faces Internal Feud, Call Made To Stop Tuition Payments
An internal feud between the present Seminary administration and Mr. and Mrs. Chitrik has led to calls for parents to stop paying tuition, according to a recent email sent to the parents. The feud, building for many years, has bubbled over after members of the Kaplan Family were allegedly dismissed from the school faculty.
Theme and Vaad Announced: Kinus HaMechanchim Marks 25 Years with a United Chinuch Mission
This summer marks a special milestone: the 25th annual Kinus HaMechanchim, a gathering that has become a cornerstone of strength and inspiration for educators worldwide.
Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu and President of Argentina Javier Milei meet in Jerusalem. Via X
Why Argentina’s Javier Milei Gifted Benjamin Netanyahu a Picture of the Rebbe
It is a longstanding diplomatic tradition for heads of governments to exchange presents when meeting. And so when President Javier Milei of Argentina visited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Tuesday, he naturally came bearing a gift. This one was particularly unique.
R’ Avraham Shmuel Levine #8: A UN Journalist, The Knesset, Jewish Press, and Gershon Jacobson
The eighth part of Rabbi Chaim Dalfin’s interview with R’ Avraham Shmuel Levine has now been released, covering a UN Journalist, The Knesset, Jewish Press, and Gershon Jacobson.
Senior Wellness Fair Coming to Lefferts Park This Wednesday — A Day of Resources, Support, and Fun for Older Adults and Families
Seniors and their families are invited to a special event this Wednesday, June 11th, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Metz Hamilton Park, also known as Lefferts Park, located on East New York Avenue between Troy and Albany Avenues. The Senior Wellness Fair promises a rich lineup of resources, education, and activities designed to support the aging community.
One Million Mitzvahs in Memory of Rabbi Sholom Lipskar, Z”L
To mark the shloshim of Rabbi Sholom Lipskar, Z”L, we are launching something close to his heart: a campaign to reach one million mitzvahs in his memory.
Leave Behind More Than a Headstone
I’ve lived on four different blocks in Crown Heights in my 35 years, so let me tell you: the street you’re on makes a big difference to the Crown Heights you experience.
Historical Real-Time “Chazara” By A Young Yossi Jacobson
For Chasidim around the world, the most important thing has always been to know the latest from the rebbe. While weekday farbrengens and sichos were broadcasted worldwide, the Shabbos and Yomtov farbrengens took time to reach the wider audience.
New Talented Musician Joins The Crown Heights Music Scene
Shlomo Hecht, a talented keyboardist, has recently relocated from California to the New York area and is making a name for himself in the local music scene. In a short span of time, he has performed at various events for […]
Affordable Housing Lottery Launches for 1229 Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights
At 130 percent of the AMI, there are 12 one-bedrooms with a monthly rent of 2,450.00 for incomes ranging from $84,000 to $189,540; and five two-bedrooms with a monthly rent of $2,700 for incomes ranging from $92,572 to $227,500.
Avraham Fried Sings R’ Chaim Issac’s Nigun
Listen to this masterful rendition of R’ Chaim Issac’s Nigun from Avraham Fried.
NY State Senate Approves Doctor-Assisted Suicide Bill, Sends it to Hochul’s Desk for Approval
State Senate Democrats passed highly controversial legislation that would allow terminally ill people to take their own lives with the help of doctors in a razor-thin vote Monday — leaving it up to Gov. Kathy Hochul whether to sign it into law.
New Episode of Classic Take: “Will We Have Free Choice When Moshiach Comes?”
In one of the newest episodes of the Moshiach Office at Merkos 302’s Classic Take, Rabbi Sholom Zirkind addresses a powerful question: Will Moshiach compel us to act against our will?
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