Religious Freedom in Sweden Under Threat
Gothenburg, Sweden
On January 26, Rabbi Alexander and Leah Namdar, Chabad representatives to Sweden, were served at their home with a notice by Gothenburg’s school authorities: Four of their children presently studying at an international online school must be delivered to a Swedish school by February 1. Failure to do so may result in a fine of 16000 crown—the equivalent of $2400 per week.
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Blog: Returning to Crown Heights
by Matthew Shaer - Forward
I did not set out to write a book about Jews. In fact, I was warned repeatedly against it — by friends, acquaintances, publishing professionals.
Students Trade Winter Break for Jewish Experience
The Snorkel and Study program from Bais Chana Women’s International brings students and young professionals to Key Largo, Fla., for a text-intensive winter break Jewish experience.
For the past four years, graduate student Kelly Scovone has vacationed in Key Largo, Fla., during her mid-winter break. She settles in an oceanfront condo with full amenities, a 15-minute drive to a deep water marina that features snorkeling, scuba diving, and water skiing. But although there are boundless opportunities for adventure right at her fingertips, she barely ventures into the great outdoors at all.
Photos: Canadian Foreign Minister Visits Kfar Chabad
On a visit to Israel, Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird told an audience of 350 at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum that “Israel has no greater friend in the world than Canada.” He then surprised them by saying “Canada does not stand behind Israel... .” After a slight pause he continued: “Canada stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel” in any threats and challenges it may face. He was met with warm applause.
Students Bring Presents to the Rebbe for Yud Shvat
Throughout the week, students from Oholei Torah are busy preparing for Yud Shevat, by learning basi legani and all the minhagim of the day.
PSA: Today Last Chance to Reduce Parking Tickets
If you have an upnapid New York City parking ticket, today is the last chance to have the fine reduced. The popular program, which reduces parking tickets by one third if you wave your right to contest the ticket, was axed by Mayor Bloomberg, and will expire tonight, Tuesday, at midnight.
Two Tuesday Night L'Chaims!
Kia Gives Back to Chabad
Jay Brichke with Rabbi Levi Wolosow.
The first time a rabbi stepped into the newly opened Freehold, NJ Kia dealership, offering freshly baked challah and a chance to put on tefillin, no one was more surprised than dealership owner Jay Brichke.
Melbourne Sephardic Kehilah Remembers Baba Sali
by E. Bidani
Think: music, delicious food, and a heartfelt speech. Think: laughter and wonderful memories being made. Thinking of your average communal celebration? Think again!
New Engagement!
Online School Alumni Reunite
They say “Once an OS student, always an OS student.” The first ever alumni reunion proved just that! On Sunday, the Nigri International Shluchim Online School alumni students, from around the US, enjoyed an Online School reunion. Where was it held, you ask? Online, of course! While some students joined together in the Shluchim Office for this event, others logged in from their homes and dorms around the USA.
Hundreds of Jewish Scots Enjoy Kosher Fest
Around 500 people, about 10% of the Glasgow Jewish community, attended the eighth Lubavitch of Scotland Kosher Food and Wine Expo this past Sunday. The first expo was held in 1973.
Boruch Dayan Ha'emes: R' Shimon Aron Simpson
With sadness we inform you of the passing of Rabbi Shimon Aron Simpson, of blessed memory, son of Rabbi Eliyahu Simpson, OBM. Rabbi Simpson is survived by his children: R' Yosef Yitzchok, Menachem Mendel, Shaina Raizy and Frumie; and siblings: R' Sholom Mendel Simpson, R' Leibel Simpson, Mrs. Miriam Gorden, Mrs. Krainy Rosenfeld and Mrs. Esther Goldman.
European Campus Rabbis Convene in Manchester
Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries serving European campuses and their supporters dance at a conference in Manchester, England.
European campus rabbis and their families gathered in Manchester, England, to discuss issues surrounding Jewish student life and coordinate programming against a backdrop of rising anti-Semitism and threats to religious life across the continent.
Twin Boys!
Chabad Finds New Home at Quebec Ski Resort
Canadian Jewish News
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada.
Mont-Tremblant is known worldwide as a ski centre and après-ski hot spot, but this famous Laurentian Mountain resort is actually a popular holiday destination year-round.
Op-Ed: The Good, the Bad and the Very Ugly
by Ber S.
Can a website, run anonymously, with no transparent operating guidelines or credible research policy, no psychologists or professionals on board, be allowed to bad mouth and disgrace so many in our community whilst destroying their families? On the other hand, can people who are dangerously at loose, leaving lifetime scars on our very own precious children, be allowed to walk guilt free whilst their victims cower in fear?
Politician Wants to Ban Eating in the Subway
NY1
Eating in the subway could soon come with a hefty price tag if one lawmaker gets his way.
Canadians Remember Doomed Passenger Ship
At the January 25 launch of a project commemorating the MS St. Louis in Ottawa, Rick Dykstra, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration acknowledged “a grim incident in Canada’s not-too-distant past.”
Baby Girl!
Montana Welcomes Torah in Memory of Chanchy Bruk
Bozeman Daily Chronicle
Nearly 100 members of Chabad Lubavitch of Montana gathered Sunday afternoon for a celebration that, according to Rabbi Chaim Bruk, is only seen every few decades in Montana and marks the significant growth of the Jewish congregation in Bozeman.
Video of the Day: Lubavitcher Bochur Talks Politics
Daniel Najman, 29, of Aventura, Florida speaks to Celeste Katz of the New York Daily News (at a Mitt Romney rally) about why he supports Ron Paul for president.
