Baby Boy!
Yitzchok and Devori Zirkind from Chicago, IL had a baby boy!

Hezbollah Operative Charged in Deadly 1994 Argentina Jewish Center Bombing that Killed 85
An alleged senior honcho at Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah was federally charged Wednesday with helping plan the deadly 1994 bombing of a Jewish center in Argentina, and spending decades recruiting and training other terrorists.

Ukraine Welcomes First New Rabbi Since War Began
As war in Ukraine is well into its second year, a ray of hope shines for the Jewish community of that embattled country. Rabbi Mendy and Mushky Halperin—and their son, Ari—recently joined the team at Chabad of Chernovtzy, Ukraine.
New Engagement!
Avromi Vaisefiche (Melville, Long Island) to Goldie Marazow (Montreal, Canada) L’Chaim: Thursday, Dec. 20th, 8:00pm at the JCM
New Engagement!
Abba Wolosow (Crown Heights) to Rochel Einbinder (Tarzana, CA) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:30pm at Ulam Chana

Information To Be Menachem Avel The Blesofsky Family
The Blesofsky family is sitting Shiva in Crown Heights following the passing of Rabbi Chaim Avrohom Dovber Blesofsky OBM. Times and location in extended article.

As War Continues into Third Month, IDF Soldiers Receive the Gift of Rebbe’s Encouragement and Smile
A photo of the Rebbe and video of talks to IDF Distributed to 100,000 IDF soldiers courtesy of JEM.
New Engagement!
Shaya Sperlin (Crown Heights) to Rosa Wuensch (Yerushalayim, EY) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at the JCM

JLI: The Journey of the Soul After Life on Earth
Gain insight into Judaism’s belief in the afterlife in this guided tour through the stages of the soul’s journey after life on earth. This lecture was given by Rabbi Pinchas Taylor at JLI’s 17th annual National Jewish Retreat.

Help Chabad at Cortland Expand!
With a new, prominent location, Chabad can better serve the students at SUNY Cortland, which doubles as the home of Chitas for Kids.
New Engagement!
Menachem Manssouri (Tarzana, CA) to Mushkie Brook (Hollywood, FL) L’Chaim: Tonight, Wednesday, 8:00pm at The Arches 1394 St. John’s Place

Biggest Menorah Parade Yet Takes To The Streets Of Baltimore
Baltimore’s Menorah Car Parade was the biggest yet! Over 100 cars and Police vehicles brought the Chanukah Light to to Baltimore City and County.

Kosher Money: The Cost of an Orthodox Jewish Living Isn’t Low
The cost of an Orthodox Jewish living isn’t low. We went through that and more with Rabbi Eliezer Gewirtzman who eloquently shared his research, insights and guidance to everyone looking to live within their means (and a happier life as a result).

Birthright to Resume Trips to Israel Next Month
Birthright Israel on Tuesday announced that it would resume its free, 10-day educational trips to Israel in January after suspending them amid the ongoing war with Hamas.

I Am Calling You From Gaza
Ezzy Morgenstern, serving in an elite unit of the IDF, shares how he and his friends feel after two months of war, and what keeps them going.

JEM: How to Use Stories to Change A Child’s Life
Mrs. Chana Arnold was a veteran educator. She recalls a simple instruction she received from the Rebbe, advising her how to instill respect of G-d in the hearts of children.

BDE: Rabbi Chaim Avrohom Dovber Hakohen Blesofsky, 81, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Horav Hachosid Chaim Avrohom Dovber (Avraham Ber) Hakohen Blesofsky OBM, a devoted Chossid and Shliach of the Rebbe in Melbourne, Australia.