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The music video for Nemuel’s song “Ad Elecha” was a unique and ambitious production, captured in a single continuous shot on a beach. Chabad videographer Yanki Elharar worked with the singer and the production team to bring the vision to life, resulting in a visually striking and emotionally resonant final product • Full Story, Photos, Video
Some 150 passengers who were supposed to be on a flight from Kishinev, Moldova to Israel claim that due to a mistake by the flight company, an entire group of Jews were taken off their plane and the flight was cancelled. The reason for the cancellation was apparently the fact that two people with similar names were registered for the flight • Full Story, Photos, Video
The Washington Post has faced criticism for its portrayal of Orthodox Jews in an article on vaccine hesitancy in Columbus, Ohio. Despite chasidim not being the subject of the article, multiple pictures of chasidim in New York were featured on the news outlet’s website. The Washington Post’s actions have the potential to fuel prejudice and discrimination against Orthodox Jews and other minority groups • Full Story
In the city of Vattakanal, India, Rabbi Jacob and his wife Pesi Marom have been shining the light of Torah and Mitzvot for many years, and during this time of Chanukah, they have been especially focused on illuminating the city with the light of the holiday. Their work as Shluchim has brought hope and joy to the community, helping to spread the teachings of Judaism and bring people closer to their faith • Full Story, Photos, Video
A New York City Fire Department (NYFD) firefighter has been arrested for allegedly vandalizing in October a sukkah put up by the Manhattan-based Chabad Israel Center of the Upper East Side • Full Story
The humanitarian aid and Ukrainian refugee assistance provided by Chabad of Moldova received live coverage by CBS News on Thursday, December 22 (see attached clip). CBS interviewed Rabbi Zushe Abelsky, director of Chabad of Moldova, who shared that some 30,000 refugees have come through their doors and were assisted with food, shelter and medical aid • Full Story, Photos, Video
On the fourth evening of Chanukah, Israel largest menorah parade was held in Tzfas featuring over 120 vehicles, which provided a poignant illustration of the strength of light and an unforgettable celebration of Chanukah for all attendees. • Full Story, Photos
Chabad of Melbourne CBD held a special gathering for the newly elected leaders of Victoria on Chanukah. The event featured speeches from John Pressuto, the newly elected Liberal Leader of Victoria, and Rabbi Ephraim Block, as well as musical performances from Rabbi Chaim Herzog. it was a resounding success, bringing together leaders and community members to celebrate the holiday and reaffirm the timeless values it represents • Full Story, Photos
On Monday, the Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic intelligence agency, announced that it had thwarted a Palestinian terrorist plot targeting areas within Green Line Israel. The plot involved a suicide bombing and a separate bomb attack, and was directed by handlers from the Gaza Strip and carried out by operatives from Judea and Samaria • Full Story
Chabad of Mid-Hudson, led by Rabbi Yacov and Hindy Borenstein had lit up Poughkeepsie and surrounding cities with public Menorah lightings at Poughkeepsie Galleria, Wappingers Falls, Hyde Park Town Hall, Walkway Over the Hudson and others, which were seen by thousands of local residents and passersby • Full Story, Photos
Daniel Namdar – Crown Heights to Sossie Shain Tenafly, NJ
L’chaim: Sunday, April 14 in ULY Crown St.
Aharon Grossman – Cleveland, OH to Leah Hezrony – Roosevelt, NJ
L’Chaim: tonight (Monday) in Khal Neustadt Hall in Lakewood, NJ
Mendy Forer – Los Angeles, CA to Fraida Katan – Miami, FL
L’Chaim: tonight (Sunday) in ULY Crown St.
Moshe Rozenblat – Cedarhurst, NY to Moussia Lesches – Melbourne Australia
L’Chaim: Monday, April 8, in F.R.E.E. 1383 President St.