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Rabbi Levi Tenenbaum, 71, AH

Rabbi Levi Tenenbaum, a long-time mechanech and the Ba’al Tokeah in 770 for many years, passed away on Wednesday, 19 Tishrei.

My Memories of an Incredible Simchas Torah by the Rebbe

A fascinating diary by Rabbi Dovid Krautwirth documents his first Simchas Torah with the Rebbe in 770. His vivid account follows a transformative 96-hour trip from New Jersey to Crown Heights, capturing the intense energy, overwhelming crowds, and joyous dancing. At times humorous and colorful, his detailed descriptions bring the indescribable atmosphere of Simchas Torah in 770 to life.

Photos: Jewish Life and Wartime History in Grenoble

A visit to Grenoble brought Lubavitch photographer Mordechai Lubecki to the city’s Chabad institutions, Alpine heights, and sites tied to a remarkable chapter of French Jewish history during World War II.

Meals by Day, Dancing by Night in Moscow’s Giant Sukkah

From early morning until well past midnight, Moscow’s giant sukkah has become a bustling center of Sukkos activity, with hot meals, davening, farbrengens and Simchas Beis Hashoeva drawing crowds throughout the day.

New Details Reveal Extent of Hijacked Flight Miracle

New passenger accounts are revealing a remarkable series of details from the hijacking, including the wounded captain releasing the cockpit lock before collapsing, an Israeli passenger pulling the plane out of its plunge, and another flight crew that happened to be aboard.

Sukkah at the Rim, Lulav on the Trails of the Grand Canyon

For the first time ever, a sukkah welcomes visitors to the Grand Canyon, as bochurim take the lulav and esrog onto its trails, as Chabad of Arizona celebrates 50 years in the state.

Empire Shtiebel Hosts a Night of Torah

On Monday night, the second night of Chol Hamoed Sukkos, Empire Shtiebel hosted a special Kinus Torah, drawing a large crowd from across the Crown Heights community for an evening dedicated to Torah learning and in-depth halachic discussion.

Hijacked Flight to Israel Saved After Passengers Storm Cockpit

A hijacked flight to Israel miraculously landed safely in Saudi Arabia after Israeli passengers stormed the cockpit and subdued the attacker.

Governor Candidate Blakeman Celebrates Sukkos in Crown Heights

New York Republican gubernatorial nominee Bruce Blakeman visited Crown Heights on Monday evening, joining members of the community for a Sukkos celebration and receiving a warm welcome from local residents.

Lone IDF Soldiers Gifted Mehudar Daled Minim Sets

Hundreds of widows and lone IDF soldiers from abroad received mehudar sets of Daled Minim ahead of Sukkos as part of a special initiative organized by Colel Chabad.

After Years of Delays, Russian City Approves Major Jewish Center

After more than a decade of planning, approval has been granted for a major new Jewish community center in Ulyanovsk, Russia, with a shul, mikvah, educational facilities and community services planned across five floors.

New Halacha Series Covers Chol Hamoed

A new series of practical shiurim on Hilchos Chol Hamoed is presentwd by Rabbi Berel Polityko.

Music Video: 770 Walls Tell Their Memories of the Rebbe

A moving music video brings the eternal bond between the Rebbe and Chassidim to life through a carefully chosen collection of archival footage. Titled “A Modest Clinic,” the song gives a voice to 770 itself, looking back at memories of the Rebbe's presence.

New ‘Vesamachta’ Mix Brings Simchas Beis Hashoeiva Energy

Motty Reizes released his ultimate Simchas Beis Hashoeva mix track, bringing you nearly seven minutes of nonstop music, perfect for your Simchas Beis Hashoeva playlist.

Under Heavy Security, Zelensky Joins Shluchim at Babyn Yar Memorial

With a special air-defense system deployed and snipers positioned, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined shluchim and diplomats at the memorial marking 85 years since the Babyn Yar massacre.

Shiurim, Farbrengens Held for American Bochurim at 770

Over the course of the week, a series of shiurim and farbrengens were held in 770 for English-speaking bochurim, with three shiurim and two farbrengens held on consecutive days.

Levaya Held for Mrs. Rivkah Chitrik

A large crowd of family and community members came out on Chol Hamoed for the levaya of Mrs. Rivkah Chitrik, the matriarch of a large Lubavitch family, who passed away on Monday, 17 Tishrei.

Women Worldwide To Deepen Bitachon Through Chassidus

Dach L’Noshim, the women’s Chassidus academy of Merkos 302’s Kolel L’lomdei Dach, is opening registration for its new Bitachon cycle. The program gives women the opportunity to learn Chassidus seriously and consistently within the responsibilities of family, work and Shlichus.