10 Versions of the Popular Niggun
Watch cover versions for the popular niggun attributed to the students of the Tzemach Tzedek – by a choir, acapella and dance. Video
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10 Min. Podcast: Mental Disorders
Yaldei podcast: Psychologist Rabbi Dr. Yosef Shagalow giving you basic signs and symptoms and basic guidelines how to manage it. Full Story, Audio
R’ Nathan Werdiger, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of R’ Nathan Werdiger, OB”M, a Holocaust survivor, philanthropist, businessman and respected community leader of Melbourne, Australia. He passed away on Sunday, 15 Teves, 5776. He was 93 years old.
$118K Goal in Record Time
Crown Heights Bikur Cholim reached their $118K goal in a record 3 hours. New matchers have stepped up to help the organization which has been helping thousands of families; bonus round begun. Full Story
Jewish US Soldier Killed in Afghanistan
The Yeshiva World He was a Jewish soldier who fought for his country, the United States of America. He was also one of the six US soldiers who was killed in a suicide bomber’s attack on Monday.
24 Hours to Plant Seeds of Joy
The Lubavitcher Rebbe travelled outside of New York City only 3 times – and each of them were to visit Jewish overnight camps. Full Story
2 Killed in Jerusalem Stab Attack
2 victims – a father of 7 and a father of 2 – have died from injuries in a terror stabbing attack at Jerusalem’s Jaffa Gate Wednesday. Full Story
Mrs. Shaindel Mushka Wolpo, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Shaindel Mushka Wolpo, OB”M. She was 92 years old. She was the wife of Rabbi Yitzchok Zev Wolpo, OB”M, and mother-in-law of the late Rov of Kfar Chabad, Rabbi Mordechai Shmuel Ashkenazi, OB”M.
2,000 Visit Chanukah Experience
Over 2,000 people visited the 7th annual Chanukah Experience run by Chabad of Eastern Queens, enjoying game shows, olive oil demos, crafts and more. Full Story
Chaim Groisman, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of R’ Chaim Groisman, OB”M, the administrator of the Chabad Yeshiva in Venezuela and the recipient of a famous letter from the Rebbe. He passed away on Wednesday night, the eve of 5 Teves 5776. He was 74 years old.
Mrs. Yehudis Raksin, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Yehudis Raksin, OB”M, a longtime resident of Crown Heights. She was 89 years old. She is the daughter of the Reb Avrohom Boruch Pevzner the noted Mashpia and Choizer of the Rebbe Rashab. Mrs.
$100K for Wellesley Chabad
Wellesley Weston Shliach Rabbi Moshe Bleich is turning to his fellow Lubavitchers, friends and family asking to please help them reach their fundraising goal. Full Story
R’ Sholom Schtraks, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of R’ Sholom Schtraks, OB”M, of London, England, a sincere Chossid, and dedicated husband and father to Chabad Chassidim and Shluchim all over the world.
10,000 at Melbourne ‘Miracle Park’
10,000 people flocked to Chabad House of Caulfield’s 24th annual Chanukah celebration with rides, entertainment and giant Menorah lighting. Full Story, Photos
11 Wounded in Jerusalem Attack
Eleven people were wounded in a vehicular attack Monday in Jerusalem; the terrorist has been neutralized. Full Story, Video
Speeding Motorist Crashes into 3 Cars
A speed demon caused a massive crash at a busy Crown Heights intersection, blowing through a red light and crashing into one car which crashed into a parked car, then attempting to flee with his wrecked car.
150 Cars Share Lights in LA
150 Car Menorahs participated in a Chanukah Parade around Los Angeles with nearly 200 personal menorahs distributed. Photos
$100K For The Yeshiva That Cares
Yeshiva Or Menachem of Napierville, known for its personalized attention to each student, has launched a campaign to raise $100,000 to fund their unique programs. Full Story
Mrs. Yenta (Lena) Barash, OB'M
With great sadness we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Yenta (Lena) Barash, OB”M, a longtime resident of Crown Heights. She passed away Sunday, 24 Kislev, 5776. She was 97 years old. Mrs. Barash arrived in America in 1961, from Krimenchuk, Ukraine.
200 Celebrate 19 Kislev in Boston
Shluchim and Anash from Eastern Massachusetts gathered for an evening celebrating Yud Tes Kislev with guest speaker educational expert Rabbi Zalman Leib Markowitz. Full Story, Photos
1,000 Inspired at London Event
1,000 people from Anash communities, Chabad Houses and Student Centers united for an inspiring and joyous Yud Tes Kislev event in a London Banquet Hall. Full Story, Photos, Audio
14 Killed in California Shooting
Breaking news: At least 14 people dead, 17 wounded after a mass shooting in Southern California, police shoot one suspect, standoff with 2 others. Full Story
Bochur Seriously Injured After Being Struck by a Bus
An Israeli Bochur was struck by a bus and seriously injured after attempting to cross Eastern Parkway early Wednesday morning.
19 Kislev Kumzitz Farbrengen
Ended: Close to 1000 Jews from diverse background enjoyed an uplifting Yud Tes Kislev Fabrengen with Rabbi YY Jacobson and Badchan Yoli Lebovitz. LIVE