Cover Story of the Philippines Oldest English Newspaper: Rabbi Mendel and Rivka Shpindler, and the Jews of Siargao

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It started at an airport. Strolling through Mactan-Cebu International Airport last month, I noticed a bearded man in a top hat looking confused. “Excuse me, sir,” I offered, “do you need some help?” He did, and so I assisted as best I could. Then he asked for my name • Full Article

French Shluchim Unite For Inspiring Melava Malka In Saint-Brice

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Last night, Misrad Hachlouhim organized a magnificent Melave Malka with Rabbi Shmouel Raskin from Budapest, at the Beth Chabad in Saint-Brice, bringing together the Shluchim in a warm and fraternal atmosphere • Full Story, Photos

Shomron: IDF Drone Strike Eliminates 10 Terror Operatives

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IDF Demolishes Home of Terrorist Responsible for Deadly Shooting Attack • IDF Drone Strike Eliminates 10 Terror Operatives in West Bank • Read More, Watch

Plane Crash in DC: Military Helicopter Collides with American Airlines Jet

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A devastating crash occurred on Wednesday night near Washington, DC, when an American Airlines regional jet collided with a military Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in a deadly disaster. The plane, American Airlines Flight 5342, which had 60 passengers and 4 crew members aboard, was en route to Reagan National Airport (DCA) when it collided with the helicopter over the Potomac River • Read More, Watch

Tears of Joy as Three Israelis and Five Thai Nationals Freed from Hamas Captivity

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In an emotional and jubilant moment, three Israeli hostages – Arbel Yehud, Gadi Mozes, and Agam Berger – along with five Thai nationals, were finally released after enduring months of harrowing captivity at the hands of Hamas. The long-awaited release, which took place on Thursday, brought immense relief to their families, friends, and the entire nation • Full Story

Tzfas: Fiery Farbrengen with Rabbi Reuven Matusof Ahead of Yud Shvat

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Until the early hours of the morning, a spirited and uplifting Chassidic farbrengen took place in honor of Rosh Chodesh Shevat at the Chabad Yeshiva Gedolah in Tzfas. Led by Rabbi Reuven Matusof, the Rebbe’s Shliach in France, the gathering served as a powerful preparation for the upcoming 75th anniversary of the Rebbe’s leadership • Read More, Photos

A Special Gift: Rabbi Bar-Lev Gives Netanyahu a Chitas

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Deputy Mayor of Beitar Illit and Chabad community representative, Rabbi Meir Bar-Lev, met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday in his Jerusalem office • Full Story

Rabbinical Congress for Peace Urges Trump: “Don’t Stop Until Hamas is Destroyed”

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The Rabbinical Congress for Peace—Pikuach Nefesh (RCP) wrote a letter to President Donald Trump, congratulating him on his victory, and urging the president to take action to “complete [the] destruction of Hamas in Gaza.” • Full Story

Bo: Eating Meat Sets Jews Free

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By Rabbi Tuvia Bolton • This week’s section describes the last moments of the Jews in Mitzriam (Egypt) before their birth as a nation. This was to become the first Jewish holiday, Pesach …. Jewish Independence Day. On Pesach the Jews became freed not just from Egyptian bondage but also from all limits of creation, (both spiritual as well as physical); they became G-d’s, the CREATOR’S, nation and His representatives in the world • Full Article

Download: Weekly Kovetz Divrei Moshiach, Bo

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In honor of Shabbos Parshas Bo, the Machon Lehafatzas Toraso Shel Moshiach has published a special pamphlet featuring Part 2 of the Farbrengen from the 20th of Teves, 5745 • Download

IDF Constructs Strategic Outpost on Syrian Side of Mount Hermon

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The IDF has released exclusive footage showcasing the construction of a new military outpost on the Syrian side of Mount Hermon. This development marks a significant strategic move aimed at bolstering Israel’s defense capabilities along its northern frontier. The video reveals Israeli engineering teams working in the rugged mountainous terrain, reinforcing positions and establishing key infrastructure • Watch

Japanese Ambassador Visits Kfar Chabad for Special Tour with Shliach

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Rabbi Binyamin Edrei, the Rebbe’s Shliach and chief rabbi of Japan, welcomed Japan’s Ambassador to Israel, Mr. Arai Yosuke, for a special visit to Kfar Chabad. The tour included a stop at the replica of Chabad World Headquarters (770) and the village’s renowned matzah bakery • Full Story, Photos

A Moving and Rare Achievement at Kyiv’s Kedem Community

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Two young professionals without prior yeshiva background completed the entire Talmudic tractate of Makkot at Kyiv’s Kedem community, marking a significant milestone in Jewish learning in Ukraine. The achievement is particularly noteworthy given the ongoing challenges in the region • Full Story

Reb Levi Yitzchak and Rebbetzin Chana’s Tehillim

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In honor of the 28th of Teves, the birthday of the Mother of Royalty, Rebbetzin Chana, of blessed memory, the Chabad Info News Center is republishing the photographs of the Tehillim belonging to the holy Reb Levi Yitzchak and Rebbetzin Chana. At the beginning of the book, the Rebbetzin penned a heartfelt account of the arrest and the story behind this sacred volume • Read More, Photos

Download: Weekly Geulah Publication, Bo

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The Weekly Geulah Publication provides updates and insights on the ongoing process of Redemption, blending news, Torah teachings, and Chassidic perspectives. Each issue connects current events to the themes of Moshiach and the Geulah, offering spiritual guidance and inspiration for readers to deepen their understanding and hope for the final redemption • Download

Russia: Remembrance Day Ceremony Marks 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation

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Exactly eighty years ago, Red Army soldiers liberated the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest death camp in all of human history. From 1940 to early 1945, more than four million Jewish people were murdered and burned there, until January 27, when Russian Red Army soldiers arrived and liberated the camp • Full Story, Photos

The New Charedi Brigade ‘Chashmonaim’ Dismisses Chabad Soldiers Over Mikvah Dispute

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In recent days, a controversy has erupted within the ranks of the Chabad soldiers who enlisted a few weeks ago in the newly established Charedi military brigade, ‘Hashmonaim.’ • Full Story

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Mendel Shloima Litzman – Monsey NY, to Rivka Polter – Orangburg NY

L’Chaim: tonight (Tuesday) in ULY crown st.

Mendy Holtzberg – Monterey, California to Leah Schmerling – Crown Heights

L’Chaim: Wednesday, May 14 in the JCM