Asara B’Teves falling on a Friday this year has sparked widespread debate among Chabad Rabbonim worldwide, as they deliberate the proper halachic conduct for this rare occurrence.

War Summary, Day 461: One of the most influential journalists in Israel pushes for annexation, an Arab is arrested for an attempted bombing attack, three drones are launched by the Houthis, a new Lebanese president is elected, and Congress passes a bill to sanction the ICC.

When you think of Chanukah, you might picture Mivtzoim, grand menorah lightings, or delicious donuts. However, this isn’t the reality for everyone. For children living on army bases or in small towns without any Jewish infrastructure, Chanukah can feel like just another weekday. That was, until the Nigri Jewish Online School.

Having been barred from entering the Chaim Albert shul at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, community members gathered outside the hospital complex for a menorah lighting and rally, urging for the shul to be reopened.

As devastating fires swept through Los Angeles County, shluchim stepped up to support affected communities, coordinating evacuations, delivering kosher meals, and providing shelter. While some fires have been contained, Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad temporarily relocated students as a precaution.

Building on the exceptional organization and professionalism that Chabad of Sheepshead Bay has cultivated over the years, “Lamternshtik” took the extra step of reaching out directly to Crown Heights families, inviting them to join Mivtzoim this year.

Anash.org Feature: Tour the ancient sites mentioned in Parshas Vayechi with “Picturing the Parsha” featuring unique and exclusive photos with detailed descriptions by Tanach explorer and photographer Sholom Raskin.

An inspiring Achdus Yud Tes Kislev Farbrengen took place on Yud Tes Kislev at Lubavitch House, Manchester, UK, with over 200 men and women from all parts of the Jewish community.

Working at Ezras Torah and the Agudas Harabonim, Rabbi Avraham Shmuel Levin struggled between carrying out his duties and remaining a faithful chossid. The Rebbe guided him on how to avoid conflict and see validity in the different approaches.

“And all the nations will see”: A particularly tall traveler was seen donning tefillin today at the Chabad Air stand at JFK Airport manned by Yossi Cohen, Moshe Shmukler, Zalman Tevel, and Levi Liberow.

War Summary, Day 460: Blinken thinks deal is coming soon, Smotrich indicates huge differences that will change talks after January 20,  IDF is preparing powerful response in Judea & Samaria, more rumors about IDF keeping outposts in Lebanon longterm and large Israeli baby boom amid war.

The first-of-its-kind “Shabbos Anash International,” bringing together Anash from North America, Europe, and communities around the world, for a meaningful Shabbos at the Ohel with community rabbonim and mashpiim, is set for Shabbos Parshas Teruma, Rosh Chodesh Adar.

CTeen’s annual European Jewish Youth Congress, uniting chapters from across the continent for an international display of Jewish pride, showcased the extraordinary impact of individual teens throughout the region in these unprecedented times. Participants left empowered in their roles as leaders in their communities.

The Alef Library Launches: A one-stop shop for Moshiach Era Torah insights with over 33 published lessons to date, a new lesson added weekly, and complete digital library access to the public!

This Sunday, a transformative online course is beginning for couples married up to two years giving them the unique skill set they need. The course provides invaluable insights to strengthen the foundation of a successful marriage, with Hadracha rooted in Torah and Chassidus. 

The main building of Chabad of Palisades has survived The Palisades Fire, with damage to their storage unit at the far left of their building, but with the main building remaining intact.

Chabad Niagara Falls USA hosted a public Menorah lighting in the heart of Niagara Falls State Park that drew a diverse crowd of community members, dignitaries, and international tourists.

When a Jewish-Ukrainian bibliographer and scholar sent the Rebbe his book about his teacher who served in the revolutionary government created by the Ukrainian National Union, the Rebbe shared his thoughts and painful memories of Ukrainian socialism and the lessons to be learned today.

The MyMaor Script Writing Contest is a chance to take an idea inspired by the Rebbe’s teachings and turn it into something unforgettable. A story that’s uniquely yours—a story that could become a professionally animated MyMaor episode.

In honor of the Chasunah of Chaim and Devorah Leah Piekarski, a special Teshurah has been published, containing rare and fascinating materials from the archives of the Rebbe’s personal secretary, Rabbi Nissan Mindel, a profound treatise by the Rebbe on the purpose of creation and our Shlichus in this world and fully edited sichos that were never published beforehand.

With hostile winds fulling three separate wildfires that have engulfed Los Angeles County and displacing over 100,000 residents from the comfort of their homes, the Rebbe’s Shuchim of  Los Angeles  have stepped to the forefront to assist the affected communities.

On the second night of Chanukah, aboard the ARA Río Santiago patrol boat in Argentina, Defense Minister Luis Petri joined Shliach Rabbi Chaim Oirechman to light a Menorah and later shared the event on social media, praising the Jewish community for upholding the values of liberty and democracy in Argentina.

Crown Heights schools, in partnership with NCFJE and OHEL, will be hosting a panel next Wednesday to guide parents on keeping children safe in today’s tech-driven world, with SafeTech offering discounted filtering on-site.