Or Avner Graduate to Represent Azerbaijan at EUROVISION 2025

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A graduate of FJC’s Or Avner Jewish school in Baku will make history as Azerbaijan’s representative at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, highlighting the strong ties between the country’s Jewish and Muslim communities • Full Story

New Website Launched for Printing Photos of the Rebbe

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As a Chabad Chassid, you’ve likely found yourself searching more than once for a website to print high-quality photos of the Rebbe at a reasonable price. Recently, a new website, PictuRebbe was launched, offering a unique selection of nearly 100 stunning photos of the Rebbe • Full Story

New Shluchim to Sami Shamoon College in Ashdod

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At a special Farbrengen in Ashdod, attended by Rabbi Shneor Zalman Goodman, The Rebbe’s Shliach to the city, and Rabbi Moshe Shilat, director of Chabad on Campus Israel, it was officially announced that Rabbi Chaim and Shevi Gelbstein have been appointed as the Rebbe’s Shluchim to the Sami Shamoon College campus • Read More

Mayor Adams Reinstates ICE Access to Rikers Island, Marking Major Policy Shift

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Thursday that he will use his executive authority to allow federal immigration agents back into Rikers Island, reversing a decade-old sanctuary policy that barred ICE from operating within the jail complex • Read More

Rubio Arrives in Israel for Talks on Iran, Hamas, and Gaza

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“If there were more Israel in the Middle East, there would be more peace and quiet” • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Israel for a high-level diplomatic visit, meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem on Sunday. Following their discussions, the two leaders addressed the media, reaffirming their strong alliance and emphasizing their shared commitment to regional security, particularly regarding Iran, Hamas, and the future of Gaza • Read More

Rabbi of the Kosel Calls for Immediate Return of Kosel Stone from Airport Exhibition

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Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch, Rabbi of the Kosel, has called for the immediate return of a sacred Kosel stone that was removed from the Kosel and transferred to an exhibition at Ben Gurion Airport • Read More

Israeli Consul General Visits Chabad at the Airport, Praises Global Work of Chabad Shluchim

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Ofir Akunis, Consul General of Israel, paid a visit to Chabad of the Airport on his way to Eretz Yisrael, where he commended the dedicated efforts of Chabad Shluchim worldwide. During his visit, he expressed deep appreciation for their work in providing Jewish travelers with spiritual support, hospitality, and assistance in airports across the globe • Photos

For the First Time: Freed Hostage Puts On Tefillin with Rabbi Lazar

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This morning, the Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel Lazar, visited Alexander “Sasha” Trupunov, who was released yesterday after 498 days in captivity by the brutal Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza. During the emotional visit, Sasha had the opportunity to lay tefillin for the first time in his life • Full Story, Photos

Three Hostages Freed on Shabbos; Hundreds of Prisoners Released in Exchange

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Three Israeli hostages—Sasha Alexander Troponov, Sagiv Dekel-Chen, and Yair Horn—have been freed from Hamas captivity as part of the sixth phase of the ongoing hostage exchange deal. The three had been held in Gaza since Simchat Torah 5784, following Hamas’s deadly attack on Israel. Their release took place on Shabbos • Read More

Paris: Chamisha Asar B’Shvat Celebrated With Farbrengen

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A joyous celebration brightened up the Yom Tov of Chamisha Asar B’Shvat at Chabad of Flandre, France it gathered 250 people. The event was generously sponsored by the Gabbai, Margi and Shekar families, in memory of their loved ones, Aharon and Handel Gabbai • Read More, Photos

Chabad Rutgers To Host 4th Annual “Shabbos for 1000”

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Chabad House at Rutgers University in New Brunswick will Host the 4th Annual “Shabbos for 1000” – A Powerful Celebration of Jewish Unity • Read More

Rocket Fired from Gaza During Ceasefire, Lands Within the Strip

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported this evening that a rocket launch was detected from within the Gaza Strip. According to military assessments, the projectile failed to cross into Israeli territory and instead landed within Gaza itself. The situation continues to be monitored closely by Israeli defense officials.

44th International Siyum Harambam to take place at Bedford Union Armory

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In a significant announcement for Anash and Temimim worldwide, the International Rambam Celebration Committee has released for publication that the 44th completion of the daily Rambam study cycle will be celebrated at the historic Bedford Union Armory – Crown Heights, Brooklyn, on Sunday, 2 Adar 5785 (March 2, 2025) • Read More

Yisro: Everyone Died at Sinai?

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This week, we read about the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai, an unparalleled event in history. Beyond the laws given, Jewish tradition tells us of miraculous occurrences—sicknesses were healed, physical and spiritual realities were unified, and even souls left their bodies due to the overwhelming divine revelation. These miracles weren’t just physical—they symbolized the deep connection between the Creator and His creation. Through this revelation, we come to understand that the Torah is not just a religious guide but the very source of life itself, leading us to the ultimate redemption and the arrival of Moshiach. By Rabbi Tuvia Bolton • Full Article

Wedding Gallery: Wolf – Lazar

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A grand wedding celebration is taking place tonight (Wednesday) at the prestigious D-City halls in Ma’ale Adumim, as Shalom DovBer Wolf, son of the Rebbe’s shliach and Chief Rabbi of Odessa, Rabbi Avraham and Chana Miriam Wolf, marries Rivka Lazar, daughter of the Rebbe’s shliach and Chief Rabbi of Russia, Rabbi Berel and Chana Lazar. Mazel Tov! • Gallery

Toddler Rescued After Falling Into Deep Pit During Family Hike in Modiin

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A two-year-old child was successfully rescued on Wednesday after falling into a four-meter-deep pit during a family hike at Giv’at HaTitora, a popular nature site in Modi’in-Maccabim-Re’ut • Full Story, Watch

Siberia’s Jewish Community Celebrates 25 Years of Renaissance

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The Jewish community of Novosibirsk, Siberia, gathered for a momentous celebration marking 25 years of Jewish revival and the 50th birthday of Chief Rabbi and Chabad emissary Rabbi Shneur Zalmen Zaklos, who, together with his wife Miriam, has rebuilt the city’s Jewish life over the past quarter century • Full Story, Photos

Tu B’Shvat Guide: Do Dried Fruits and Nuts Need A Hechsher

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As Tu B’Shvat fast approaches, Rabbi Nissan Zibell of Kashrus Be In The Know, presents a Kashrus guide on buying dried fruits and nuts • Article

IDF Destroys Home of Terrorist Responsible for Soldier’s Death

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The IDF successfully demolished the home of a terrorist responsible for the June 27 attack that killed IDF Captain Alon Sacgiu and wounded 16 other soldiers • Full Story, Watch

DOJ Drops Charges Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, Citing Concerns Over Case Integrity

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In a surprising turn of events, the U.S. Department of Justice has ordered federal prosecutors to drop charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, citing concerns over the integrity of the proceedings. The decision was issued in a two-page memo by acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove • Read More

Smotrich Calls for Full Gaza Reoccupation if Hostages Are Not Released by Saturday

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Finance Minister and Security Cabinet Member Bezalel Smotrich issued a forceful statement on Monday, demanding that Israel take decisive military action against Hamas if all remaining hostages are not released by Saturday • Read More, Watch

Chabad Photographer Visits Myanmar Amid Ongoing Civil War

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Renowned Chabad photographer Meir Alfasi has reached a milestone in his travels, visiting his 110th country – Myanmar (Burma) – country in Asia. His journey took him to a nation embroiled in civil war and under military rule in recent years, which led to the departure of Chabad Shluchim from the country • Read More, Gallery

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Koby Berkowitz – Sydney Australia to Chana Weiss Sherman Oaks, CA.

L’Chaim: tonight (Wednesday) in The Garden House 1386 S. Johns PL

Moshe Gordon – Crown Heights to Chayale Movsikov – Crown Heights

L’Chaim: tonight (Wednesday) 571 Albany Ave.

Shmuly Golomb – Crown Heights to Mushky Steinmetz – Briarwood, NY

L’Chaim: tonight (Wednesday) in F.R.E.E. 1383 President St.