The L'Chaim of Mendel Schaffran of Crown Heights and Chana Friedman of Pittsburgh, PA took place at Lubavitch Yeshiva Hall in Crown Heights. Photos
Live: Siyum for the Nine Days
Live Friday at 2 PM ET: The Lubavitcher Rebbe initiated the custom of participating in a Siyum on each of the "Nine Days." Watch a live Siyum on COLlive.com. Live
5 Rules To Having an Easier Fast This Tisha B’Av
Most of us typically eat large, heavy lunches on Shabbos day. With Tisha B'Av starting on Motzoei Shabbos, Registered Dietitian Tamar Genger suggests a switch. Full Story
Opening Our Arms Wider Than Ever: The Friendship Circle Online
At Friendship Circle Online, we believe that love, joy, and connection should reach every corner of the world — no matter where someone lives or what challenges they face. Our virtual programs are more than just activities on a screen; they’re lifelines of warmth, consistency, and belonging for teens and adults with special needs across the globe. Full Story
Tzfas Yeshiva Raises a Staggering $27 Million in Campaign
Photos: Dovber Hechtman
Yeshivas Lubavitch of Tzfas, which Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Wilchansky OBM led, raised $27 million from 5,000 donors in what is the largest Chabad crowdfunding campaign. Full Story, Video
Motti Katz, 18, OBM
Motti Katz, the son of Miami Beach, FL Shluchim Rabbi Zev and Chany Katz, passed away on Thursday night, 7 Av, 5785. Levaya in New York on Friday. Full Story
Weekly Moment With the Rebbe
How did the Rebbe view mass migration to Israel - fruitless endeavor or Final Redemption? The Avner Institute presents a 1969 letter highlighting the Rebbe’s insistence on Torah observance which must precede Aliyah, and Israel not only as the Chosen Land but a state of mind – a global awareness each Jew must bring wherever he or she lives. Full Story
Would You Leave NYC if Mamdani Wins?
Photo: Mamdani campaign
Question of the Week: If anti-Israel socialist Zohran Mamdani is elected mayor of New York City, would you consider moving—and if so, which city would you choose? Comments
Crown Heights Shul Leaders Gather to Support Bonei Olam
Photos: Shalom Ross/COLlive
Leaders of Crown Heights Shuls gathered for an event at House of Glatt this week, raising awareness of Bonei Olam and their pivotal work in the community. Full Story, Photos
The Rabbi & the Therapist: Illness, Faith, and the Power of Presence
Should illness be seen as a wake-up call - or even a blessing? How can faith support healing without becoming a crutch? And how should we respond when someone we love is sick - especially when they ask us to stay away? Full Story, Video
770 Lockers Snipped to Save Tefillin From NYC Floods
Personal lockers in the basement of 770 Eastern Parkway were snipped on Thursday to salvage pairs of Tefillin that are kept there from the floods in New York City. Full Story
Powerful Storms Bring Flooding to NY, State of Emergency
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for all of NYC, as well as neighboring counties in New Jersey, until 8 p.m. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said she would be declaring a state of emergency for New York City and surrounding counties. Full Story
From Reb Levi Yitzchok: 17th of Tammuz & 9th of Av
Insights from Toras Harav Levi Yitzchok Schneerson, the Rebbe's father, presented by Shliach Rabbi Dovid Dubov of New Jersey, for Masei: Exiled Until the High Priest Passes. Full Story, Video
Gaza Terror Groups Vow to Fight Until State with Jerusalem Capital
A coalition of Gaza terrorist organizations issued a lengthy and convoluted statement Thursday night that made it clear that Hamas terrorists will not end its war against Israel until it has annihilated the Jewish State or died in the attempt. Full Story
Live: Siyum for the Nine Days
Live Thursday at 7 PM ET: The Lubavitcher Rebbe initiated the custom of participating in a Siyum on each of the "Nine Days." Watch a live Siyum on COLlive.com. Live
Rambam In-Depth: Can Never Leave Jerusalem!
A class by Rabbi Heschel Greenberg on the Rambam’s Mishneh Torah: The Kohen Gadol must live in Jerusalem and is forbidden from leaving the city. Video
Chabad Yungerman is On a Mission to Demystify the Divine
Have you ever felt intimidated by terms like Malchus of Atzilus or Tzimtzum Harishon? Rabbi Mendel Wilhelm, a Chabad yungerman from Crown Heights, is on a mission to make lofty concepts like Seder Hishtalshelus and the purpose of creation not only understandable, but relatable, accessible, and practical. Full Story, Video
Podcasting Couple Interviews Frum Israeli Radio Personality
Chabad couple Elimelech and Chaya Evers recently sat down in their new Amsterdam studio to interview Israeli radio and TV icon Menachem Toker as part of their ongoing series, "A Couple of Thoughts" podcast. Audio
6 Av: Fourth Yartzeit of Rabbi Yoel Kahn
Today, 6 Av, marks the fourth Yartzeit of Rabbi Yoel Kahn, a figure of historic proportions who was the preeminent scholar and mashpia of Chassidus and the teachings of the Rebbe who passed away on 6 Menachem Av, 5781 at the age of 91. Full Story, Photos, Video
L’Chaim: Vardi – Namdar
Photos: Mendy Dahan/COLlive
The L'Chaim of Mendel Vardi of Yerushalayim, Israel and Sara Namdar of Gothenburg, Sweden took place at the Garden House in Crown Heights. Photos
Behind Every Baby Is a Story
For many couples, the journey to parenthood through fertility challenges is a quiet, often lonely road. But in our community, that path is being lit with hope, support, and miracles, thanks to the unwavering efforts of Bonei Olam Chabad. Full Story
LA Volunteer Kitchen Celebrates 1,000 Cooking Sessions
Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles (OBKLA) celebrated a major milestone this week: its 1,000th community cooking session. Full Story
Second Session Kicks Off at CGI Chayolei
Photos: Zalman Chyrek Photography
The first day of the second session at CGI Chayolei took off with great excitement, as campers stepped off to the sound of music and cheering, greeted by enthusiastic staff. Full Story, Photos, Video
Canada Will Recognize Palestinian State
Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told reporters on Wednesday. Full Story
The Most Celebrated Sage in Jewish History
Mishnah in Depth, a summer series on Pirkei Avos with Rabbi Moshe Kesselman of Los Angeles, California. This week: The most celebrated sage in Jewish history. Full Story, Video
