Hachnasa L’Cheder Event Introduces Over 100 Children to Cheder
Over 100 children were introduced to cheder in United Lubavitcher Yeshivah’s annual Arainfirenish – Hachnasa L’cheder event.
Kosher Money Hosts Lubavitcher Izzy “Clappy” Clapman, Why Are Orthodox Jews Living Like This?!
Israel “Clappy” Clapman has gone viral on buses, in airports, and across WhatsApp. But behind the laughs and loud rants is a deeper story about Jewish life, hustle, and why our communities are drowning in pressure and debt. Whether you’re laughing, crying, or rethinking your next credit card swipe—this episode will leave you changed.
KSCVK Auction is Live – Early Bird Ends May 18th
Keren Simchas Chosson V’Kallah (KSCVK), Devorah Benjaman’s pivotal organization, has launched its annual auction for 5785-2025. Purchase your tickets now at Kscvk.org.
Race Against Time: Chief Rabbi of Kyiv Meets IDF Chief Rabbi to Discuss Methods to Prevent Cremation of Jewish Soldiers
Amid the ongoing bloody war in Ukraine and the unique halachic challenges faced by Jewish soldiers on the front lines, Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch, Chief Rabbi of Kyiv and Chief Rabbi of the Ukrainian Prison Service, paid a professional visit to the IDF’s Shura Base in Israel.
NYPD Commissioner Makes Visit to 770
Recently appointed Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch made a quiet visit to 770 Eastern Parkway Tuesday accompanied by local leaders and NYPD brass.
New Yorkers Won’t Have to Apply to Qualify for Inflation Refund Check
New Yorkers won’t have to do anything to receive an inflation refund check from the state, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul.
JLI: Unlocking the Secret of Your Soul | Rabbi Sholom Lipskar OBM
How is your soul today? Ask the question and you will get a blank stare. Rabbi Sholom Lipskar explains that the mind / soul is a transcendent element that hovers in the brain.
BDE: Chaya Mushka Garbarchik, OBM
With great sadness we report the untimely passing of Chaya Mushka Garbarchik OBM, a member of Anash of Edgware, London and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuveni Garbarchik.
Chabad Shliach Steps Up, Donates Kidney Through Renewal
Rabbi Sholom Dovber Raichik of Chabad Lubavitch of Upper Montgomery County, MD, took his Shlichus to an entirely new level Tuesday when he stepped into Cornell Hospital and prepared to help another Jew by donating a kidney.
Trump Administration Restarts Involuntary Collections on Student Loan Debt
The Department of Education resumed collections on defaulted federal student loans on Monday and reminded colleges and universities of their “shared responsibility” to ensure taxpayers aren’t on the hook for unpaid debts.
Gallery: A Kotel Tour, The Museum, Tunnels, and More
Chabad photographer Mordehai Lubecki made a visit to Yerushalayim, taking a tour of the Kosel, its tunnels, the museum, and City of David.
New Zman, New Sugya: Mastering Ribbis to Navigate a Jewish Life in Today’s World
As the new zman begins at Merkos 302’s Kollel Aliba D’hilchasa, a new Sugya is addressed: Hilchos Ribbis, the halachos that shape how Yidden navigate daily business interactions.
Daycare Funding Fight Could Leave Thousands of Families Scrambling
Thousands of families hoping to enroll their children in affordable daycare may soon be placed on a waitlist as a result of a funding fight over New York’s child care voucher program.
As Global Interest in Davening Grows, JNet Helps Daveners Find Their Siddur
With more Jews seeking a spiritual connection through tefillah, JNet’s Torah Unboxed series breaks down popular Siddurim to help Daveners of all stages find their Siddur, making davening personal and approachable.
Yemen’s Sanaa Airport No More As Israel Pounds Multiple Targets
Sanaa’s International Airport, arguably the only nice thing left in the Yemeni city, is pretty much no more after Israeli fighter jets pounded the airport and surrounding targets.
Picture of the Day
Courtesy of Rabbi Chaim Dalfin Archives, we present a unique historic photo, and ask our readers to help fill in the who, when, and where of this photo.
Yehuda Shaffer, Candidate For NYC Council District 41, Releases Website
Running in the upcoming election for NYC Council seat for District 41, Yehuda Shaffer is set to flex the muscle of the local Jewish community vote, one that recently began swaying elections city-wide.
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