New Engagement!
Menachem Habib (London/France, United Kingdom) to Elisheva Walker (Manchester, United Kingdom)
Jewish Online School Students Celebrate Chumash Party
From California to Morocco, the students of the Nigri Jewish Online School recently celebrated a beautiful Chumash Party, joining live with family and friends for this momentous occasion.
Please Help Keep These Crown Heights Boys in Yeshiva
Please help save two Jewish boys from our Crown Heights community. At only 9 and 7 years-old, these boys are in great spiritual danger, r”l.
Powerball Jackpot Grows to $441 Million
The estimated jackpot for Wednesday’s Powerball lottery drawing reached the $441 million mark — the third-highest amount of 2021. The cash value of the jackpot stands at $317.5 million, according to Powerball.com.
Baby Boy!
Shuli and Esty (nee Lasker) Kahan had a baby boy!
CDC Drastically Drops Estimate of Omicron Cases in US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has drastically reduced its estimate of Omicron cases in the US, saying the variant accounted for about 59 percent of COVID-19 infections as of this weekend — a massive drop from the 73 percent previously reported.
It’s Really Gevaldig With Lipa Shmeltzer
Lipa Schmeltzer is back again, this time singing the praises of Kosher CBD’s Focus gum in an all new Sparks Next music video titled Gevaldig.
Israeli Tanks Open Fire After One Wounded in Gaza Border Attack
One person was wounded Wednesday afternoon in a shooting attack on the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip.
One-Sixth of NYPD Out Sick as Covid-Surge Continues
As COVID surges through New York City, a large chunk of the NYPD has called out sick, many with flu-like symptoms.
MyShliach Challah Bake For Young Shluchos
Starting this year, the MyShliach at Merkos 302 began an exciting series of programs for young shluchos. These extracurricular events take place on Yomim Tovim and Yomei Depagra, giving the girls a chance to recognize the day’s importance and connect with each other virtually.
Mrs. Sara Morozow on Tut Altz Women
Tut Altz Women is launching their first LIVE shiur on Zoom and Live Stream.
BDE: Mrs. Rochel Bernstein, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Mrs. Rochel Bernstein OBM, a mother and grandmother who lived in London, UK.
Remains of Early Jewish Community Found in Moroccan Mountains
Archeologists have unearthed the remnants of an early Jewish community in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Governor Announces Availability of $90 Million in Federal Emergency Home Heating Aid
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a substantial year-over-year increase in available emergency home heating aid—with more than $90 million in federal funding available.
Chabad of Poway Shooter Sentenced To Life In Prison Plus 30 Years
A California man who entered the Chabad of Poway on April 27, 2019, opened fire and killed one woman, injured three others, and attempted to kill 50 others, was sentenced today in the Southern District of California to life followed by 30 years in prison for his crimes.
JEM: Mass Bar Mitzvah For Sons Of Fallen IDF Soldiers
In the aftermath of the Six Day War, with Israel celebrating its incredible victory, hundreds of young Israeli children were left brokenhearted, mourning their fathers who had fallen in battle. In response, the Rebbe mobilized his followers, urging them to provide care and comfort to the bereft families.
REPORT: New York Among Top States People Moved Away From in 2021
New York is among the most moved from states, according to a new report from Move.org.
