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Chapters in Chabad History: Over time, the legend of ‘The Volper,’ a foremost talmid of the Mezritcher Maggid, has become somewhat of an enigma, largely due to the extraordinary highs and lows his life story contains.

In Chabad circles, Siberia is classically associated with the Gulag, where countless chassidim were sent to die. But today, it is yet another spot on the map “conquered” by the Rebbe’s shluchim.

From tragic passings, to miraculous births of multiples; from losing thousands of dollars, to winning libelous courtcases: from blind anti-semitism, to miraculous eyesight healings: here are the most-read articles on Anash.org this past year.

As we conclude the last moments of 5783 and prepare for the start of the new year, Anash.org remembers the tears and the joys, the hardship and hope of a year gone by.

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Marrakesh, Morocco, at around 11 p.m. on Friday night, killing more than 2,000 and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

A week ago the remains of a shul built in the period of the Second Beis Hamikdash were discovered near the Black Sea, making headlines all over the world. Rabbi Mendel Lazar was invited to visit the site where archeological excavations are taking place.

Moshiach products and programs designed for all ages and affiliations are set to hit the market this year.

Three hundred young professionals celebrated Shabbos together at “CYP Encounters” in Los Angeles, Montauk, and Mexico City for networking, belonging, and a deeper embrace of their Jewish heritage.

Article by Rabbi Mendel Greisman: I was standing at the Kosel, surrounded by many thousands of fellow chassidim, dressed in Shabbos clothes. Here’s why it was incredibly inspiring, and what it meant to me.

The annual Chof Av campaign for Chabad of Kazakhstan was a smashing success, with over 3,500 chassidim participating from around the world to support Jewish life in Kazakhstan continuing the work of Harav Levi Yitzchok. A raffle for two tickets to Almaty will be taking place.

The Jewish community in the Caucasus experienced a remarkable Shabbaton led by Chief Rabbi of Russia Berel Lazar, who took the opportunity to teach Torah and Chassidic classes, and provide answers to various questions posed by community members.

The president of Zambia and the country’s sole shliach met up during a state dinner hosted by Israeli President Isaac Herzog. The shliach had an invitation for the presidents.

Last year Ten Yad’s Grand Split reached historic heights, and this year is expected to surpass last year’s unprecedented success. Tickets are now available for purchase, and anyone who buys them before Thursday gets a special deal!

VIDEO: Rabbi Berel Levine, Chief Librarian of the Central Chabad Library, and prominent scholar of Chabad history, presents a fascinating overview of the background of the Frierdiker Rebbe’s arrest and release.

Young Professionals are set to converge on Mexico City for an exciting five-day expedition this summer, combining exploration of local culture and a deeper understanding of their Jewish selves. 

The Lubavitch community of Remsen Village, which closed on a new shul and community center less than two weeks ago, celebrated this historic occasion with a gala event on Sunday night.

Thanks to a dear, generous friend of the Rabbinical College of America, next $100,000 raised for Tomchei Temimim of Morristown, NJ will be matched, dollar for dollar.

VIDEO: For over 50 years, the legendary Yeshiva of Morristown has always been there for its students. To the thousands who were fortunate enough to grace the halls of its campus, Morristown was much more than a Yeshiva, Morristown was home.

Just a short subway trip away from Crown Heights sits the original manuscript of the “Rambam’s Menorah”, a Mishnah Torah autographed by the Rambam, and other historic Rambam manuscripts and seforim.