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The Alter of Novardok: A Yahrtzeit Tribute

about 9 hours ago
The article provides an overview of the life and teachings of the Alter of Novardok, who founded a network of yeshivos and emphasized the importance of breaking away from one's past and cultivating intense emotional intensity in the pursuit of Mussar.
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New York Governor Hochul: Mamdani cannot arrest Netanyahu

about 9 hours ago
New York Governor Hochul rejects incoming NYC mayor-elect Mamdani's pledge to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and supports protection of Jewish institutions.
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Last Attacker in Brutal Times Square Antisemitic Assault Finally Sent to Prison

about 10 hours ago
The last defendant in the 2021 antisemitic attack on a Jewish man in Times Square was sentenced to two years in prison, completing the cases against all six men involved in the assault.
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Government Approves 2026 Budget as Netanyahu Vows Coalition Will Serve Full Term

about 10 hours ago
Israel's government approved the 2026 state budget, with Prime Minister Netanyahu highlighting tax reductions, support for IDF soldiers, and accelerated development for communities affected by conflict.
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US praises Syria for blocking Hezbollah weapons shipments

about 10 hours ago
US military praises Syrian security forces for intercepting weapons shipments intended for Hezbollah in Lebanon, emphasizing shared interest in disarmament and peace in the Middle East.
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Derek Chauvin Requests New Trial for Murder of George Floyd

about 11 hours ago
Derek Chauvin is seeking to overturn his conviction in the death of George Floyd, arguing that legal and evidentiary problems during his trial undermined the fairness of the verdict.
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Last hostage’s sister: Do not proceed to Phase 2 until Rani is home

about 11 hours ago
Shira Gvili calls for the return of her brother, the last remaining hostage in Gaza, in an emotional appeal at Kabbalat Shabbat.
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Border Patrol Announces $5,000 Apprehension Fee for Illegal Aliens as DHS Declares ‘Most Secure Border in History’

about 11 hours ago
The federal government has announced an intensified effort to deter illegal entry at the border through the imposition of a new $5,000 fee, maritime enforcement, and construction of additional border barriers.
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Become a Chaplain: A Rewarding Career with Comprehensive Benefits

about 11 hours ago
Chaplains provide guidance and stability in times of crisis, making a lasting impact on those they serve in hospitals, correctional facilities, and communities.
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Judge Sentences Times Square Hate-Crime Attacker to Two Years in Prison

about 12 hours ago
Manhattan prosecutors have announced that the last defendant in the hate-fueled attack in Times Square has been sentenced to two years in prison, bringing an end to a case that drew national attention.
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Trump wins FIFA’s new peace prize

about 12 hours ago
US President Donald Trump was awarded the FIFA peace prize for his efforts in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza, though he had hoped to win the Nobel Peace Prize instead.
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CDC Vaccine Panel Votes to Stop Recommending Birth Dose of Hepatitis B Vaccine

about 12 hours ago
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted to delay the first hepatitis B shot for babies born to mothers who test negative, sparking intense debate among medical experts.
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Another Line of Attack: White House Sets up a Hall of Shame for News Outlets

about 12 hours ago
President Trump's White House launches web portal to spotlight media bias, targeting news outlets like the Boston Globe and CBS News.
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IDF Foils Drone Weapons Smuggling Attempt from Jordan

about 13 hours ago
IDF foils attempt to smuggle firearms from Jordan into Israel using a commercial drone, seizing nine handguns and ammunition magazines.
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Harvard Law Prof Who Fired Pellet Gun Near Synagogue, Said He Was ‘Hunting Rats’ Agrees To Leave US: DHS

about 13 hours ago
Brazilian scholar who fired air rifle at synagogue on Yom Kippur leaving US after plea deal and immigration custody.
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US Raid Allegedly Killed Syrian Undercover Agent Instead of Islamic State Group Official

about 13 hours ago
US raid targeting Islamic State group official in Syria instead kills intelligence-gathering civilian, complicating efforts against IS.
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Satmar Prevails: Meron Guesthouse Prices Will Remain at Original Rates

about 13 hours ago
Beis Din ruling in Bnei Brak supports Satmar in dispute with guesthouse owners, upholding original lodging contracts and legitimizing concealing renter identities to prevent price-gouging.
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Report: Iran Launches Massive Missiles During a Naval Drill Near Strait of Hormuz

about 13 hours ago
Iran launched missiles near the strategic Strait of Hormuz and in the Sea of Oman during a naval drill, with the Revolutionary Guard demonstrating its military capabilities.
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Mamdani Says NYPD Commissioner Apologized After Her Brother Called Him 'Enemy' Of The Jewish People At Gala

about 14 hours ago
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch apologizes to Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani after her brother publicly calls him an "enemy" of the Jewish people, as Mamdani focuses on moving forward and delivering public safety for all New Yorkers.
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Rabbonim Oppose New Job Trend Among Chareidi Women: “A Degrading Occupation”

about 14 hours ago
Leading Israeli rabbonim condemn chareidi women working as public transportation drivers, citing concerns about modesty and spiritual consequences.
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US Vaccine Advisers Say Not All Babies Need a Hepatitis B Shot at Birth

about 14 hours ago
Federal vaccine advisory committee votes to end recommendation for all U.S. babies to receive hepatitis B vaccine on day of birth, now only recommended for high risk infants.
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IDF Chief of Staff Withdraws Senior Appointment of Reservist Linked to ‘Brothers in Arms’ After Defense Minister’s Objection

about 15 hours ago
Defense Minister Israel Katz blocked the promotion of a senior IDF officer associated with an anti-judicial reform protest group, leading to the officer withdrawing his candidacy.
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Meidad Tasa Marks His Birthday and Shares His Brother’s Last Message

about 15 hours ago
Singer Meidad Tasa reflects on personal growth, musical aspirations, and emotional legacy in candid interview on his 32nd birthday.
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Turkish Jews Install David Sevi as New Chief Rabbi

about 15 hours ago
Turkey's Jewish community installed David Sevi as its chief rabbi in a ceremony at Istanbul's Neve Shalom synagogue, succeeding the late Ishak Haleva.
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Breaking the Rules: Supreme Court Justice Yitzchak Amit and Justice Minister Yariv Levin Clash Publicly

about 15 hours ago
Supreme Court Justice Yitzchak Amit accuses Justice Minister Yariv Levin of undermining the judiciary, sparking a heated confrontation between the two.
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EU Hits Elon Musk's X With 120 Million Euro Fine for Breaching Bloc's Social Media Law

about 15 hours ago
Elon Musk's social media platform X fined 120 million euros for breaches of EU digital regulations that could leave users exposed to scams and manipulation.
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Dramatic Airport Bust: Two Lev Tahor Families Arrested Minutes Before Fleeing to Guatemala

about 16 hours ago
Members of the Lev Tahor cult attempted a dramatic escape at a U.S. airport, but were intercepted by undercover FBI agents before boarding a flight to Guatemala, following a deportation from Colombia and concerns of kidnapping, human trafficking, and exploitation.
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Vance Says He Values Mamdani, Sanders and Khanna for Taking Voters’ Concerns Seriously

about 16 hours ago
Vice President J.D. Vance praises progressive politicians Mamdani, Sanders, and Khanna for engaging with the public on economic and affordability issues.
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Pro-Palestinian Protest Disrupts LA Synagogue Event; Two Arrested

about 16 hours ago
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupt event at Wilshire Boulevard Temple, prompting Mayor Karen Bass to denounce incident as antisemitic and order increased security at local houses of worship.
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Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. Studio and Streaming Business for $72 Billion

about 16 hours ago
Netflix acquires Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 billion, consolidating two major players in the film and TV industry under one roof.
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Large NYC Rally Condemns Anti-Israel Protest That Targeted Park East Synagogue

about 16 hours ago
Over 1,100 people gathered in front of Park East Synagogue in Manhattan for a solidarity rally to reject threatening rhetoric towards the Jewish community.
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What Rep. Ilhan Omar Likely Knew of the $1 Billion Welfare Fraud in Minnesota

about 16 hours ago
Rep. Ilhan Omar faces scrutiny over her ties to individuals and groups implicated in a billion-dollar welfare fraud scandal within the Somali community she represents.
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Bodycam footage: IDF concludes major operation in northern Samaria

about 16 hours ago
IDF forces successfully conclude counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, eliminating terrorists, seizing weapons, and disrupting terror infrastructure.
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Chief of Staff: 'Establish an external and objective commission of inquiry'

about 16 hours ago
IDF Chief of Staff calls for external commission of inquiry to investigate failures leading up to event, highlights lack of thorough analysis of enemy's attack plan and warnings of internal weakening.
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Pilot program in Yahalom combat engineering unit successful

about 16 hours ago
The IDF successfully completes pilot program integrating female combat soldiers into specialized company within Yahalom unit, leading to continued integration and strengthening of combat capabilities.
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VaYishlach: The prohibition of Gid HaNasheh

about 17 hours ago
The prohibition on eating the sciatic nerve reflects a broader ethical aspiration beyond animal welfare, symbolizing the rejection of unprovoked aggression and violence and the resistance to the belief that might makes right.
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Jake Tapper Misidentifies D.C. Pipe Bomb Suspect as a ’30-Year-Old White Man’

about 17 hours ago
CNN host Jake Tapper mistakenly described pipe bomb suspect as white man on air, only for images to show suspect as black man, leading to swift attention to the discrepancy.
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Report: Assad loyalists in exile compete to mobilize fighters

about 17 hours ago
Senior allies of Bashar al-Assad are funding fighters to undermine Syria's new leadership and position themselves as future power brokers, though they face challenges in gaining broader support.
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IDF Chief of Staff Calls for External Probe Into Oct. 7 Failures, Says Military Cannot Bear Sole Blame

about 17 hours ago
IDF Chief of Staff calls for external commission of inquiry to investigate failures of October 7, 2023, resisted by Israeli government for over two years.
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On the way to victory

about 17 hours ago
HaRav Dov Begon discusses the transformation of the People of Israel from the level of Jacob to the level of Israel, symbolizing victory and leadership in the world.
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Harvard Professor Taken Into Custody, Agrees to Leave U.S. After Firing BB Gun Outside Boston Synagogue

about 17 hours ago
Brazilian national and Harvard Law School visiting professor arrested for firing BB gun outside synagogue on Yom Kippur eve, agrees to leave US after violating plea agreement.
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Supreme Court Clears Texas '26 Map in Huge Win for GOP

about 17 hours ago
The Supreme Court allowed Texas to proceed with its newly drawn congressional map, giving Republicans a political advantage in the 2026 midterms and potentially adding up to five House seats.
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Reb Chaim Gelb zt"l - The Williamsburg Baker Who Became a One-Man Chessed Machine

about 17 hours ago
Reb Chaim Gelb zt"l was a simple baker in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, whose extraordinary acts of chessed and dedication to his community transformed the spiritual fabric of the neighborhood.
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Avraham Fried moved by officer who lost his legs in Syria

about 18 hours ago
Hassidic singer Avraham Fried welcomes Rabbi who lost both legs in Syria at music event.
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BBC Orders Staff To Complete Antisemitism Training Amid Mounting Criticism

about 18 hours ago
The BBC is implementing mandatory education programs on antisemitism and Islamophobia in response to internal pressure and concerns about bias within the corporation.
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Israeli government approves 2026 budget

about 18 hours ago
The Israeli government approved the 2026 state budget, including a significantly lower defense budget and increased funding for education and national security ministries, as well as controversial dairy reform.
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Harvard professor agrees to leave US voluntarily after Boston synagogue shooting

about 18 hours ago
Brazilian professor at Harvard Law School arrested for firing shots near synagogue on Yom Kippur voluntarily agrees to leave US after charges dropped.
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Former Military Advocate General released from hospital, expected to be questioned soon

about 18 hours ago
Former Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer Yerushalmi released from hospital after hospitalization for taking sleeping pills, subject to court-imposed restrictions including house arrest and surrendering passport.
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