Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) is under fire for propagating false claims about a “mass grave” in Gaza, which she highlighted in a discussion on social media. She referenced a post by leftist Nick Kristof, questioning the lack of media coverage on the supposed discovery at a Gaza hospital. “How are news outlets dedicating wall-to-wall coverage […]
The IDF has announced the withdrawal of the Nahal Brigade from the Gaza Strip to join the 162nd Division in preparation for an upcoming offensive in Rafah. For the past three months, Nahal has been active in the Netzarim corridor, a strategic route linking southern Israel to Gaza’s coast, facilitating IDF raids and humanitarian aid […]
by Rabbi Yair Hoffman The Levaya is being held at noon today, at Sh’or Yoshiv – a Yeshiva that he helped build. The first speaker was Rabbi Shaya Cohen, who noted that although we are prohibited to be maspid – he wished to note what we had in our midst. His entire life was involved […]
Despite the shortage of poultry and the inflation surge, the Kollel network “Migdal Oz,” led by the distinguished head of the yeshiva, Rabbi Yechezkel Etrog, distributed food vouchers to hundreds of recipients. Due to the poultry shortage and significant price increases of many products, many Kollels have reduced their distribution of Passover flour. However, in […]
President Joe Biden spearheaded a joint declaration from the leaders of 18 nations, demanding the immediate release of their citizens held hostage by Hamas in Gaza. The statement saw participation from Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Spain, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Notably, Israel was not […]
A recent Economist/YouGov poll indicates that supporters of former President Donald Trump display greater enthusiasm for voting in the 2024 presidential election compared to those backing President Joe Biden. The survey highlights that 63% of Trump’s intended voters describe their enthusiasm as either “very” or “extremely” high, with 46% falling into the “extremely” enthusiastic category. […]
Hamas’s leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar, was reported by Al-Araby Al-Jadeed to have emerged from underground tunnels to meet with members of Hamas above ground. This appearance comes amidst ongoing conflicts and is said to reflect Sinwar’s active leadership and direct engagement with the situation on the ground. According to a senior Hamas source, Sinwar […]
The NYPD Chief of Patrol slammed socialist Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) after she voiced criticism against Columbia University for its decision to deploy New York City police officers to manage the violent Pro-Hamas anti-semitic demonstrators. Ocasio-Cortez defended the protesters, who have faced widespread bipartisan criticism in recent days. The New York Democrat condemned the university’s […]
by Rabbi Yair Hoffman This morning at 10:30 AM, the Agudas Yisroel of Far Rockaway (1121 Sage Street in Far Rockaway)will be hosting a shiur on dalet kosos given by Rav Isser Zalman Olshin, the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Knesses Bais Aharon in Lakewood. The yeshiva was founded 10 years ago by Rav Isser Zalman […]
A Peruvian judge has ordered 18 months of preventative detention for an Iranian and two Peruvian men while they are investigated for allegedly attempting to kill two Israelis living in the South American country. The ruling by Magistrate Miguel Quevedo was handed down Tuesday but released Wednesday. The defendants are also accused of conspiracy to […]
by Rabbi Yair Hoffman The Levaya will be held at noon today, at Sh’or Yoshiv – a Yeshiva that he helped build. We have lost the voice that drove us to do very important things. Example: It was his voice that caused a number of gvirim in the Five Towns and Far Rockaway to step […]
Chol Hamoed is family time, and there’s no better way to spend it than at a neighborhood Pesach Extravaganza featuring a wide variety of rides, activities, and entertainment, and all at no cost. On Thursday, April 25th, Assemblyman Eichenstein will join with COJO of Flatbush in presenting a Family Fun Extravaganza at East 17th Street between […]
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has begun a critical trip to China armed with a strengthened diplomatic hand following Senate approval of a foreign aid package that will provide billions of dollars in assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan as well as force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media platform -– […]
Modern apartments with the essence of our heritage Yerushalayim is not just a city; it’s a story, a tapestry woven with threads of history, culture, and faith. It’s a meeting place of past and present, blending and swirling with the echoes of generations past. A sacred spot where every stone tells a tale and every […]
For millions of American workers, the federal government took two actions this week that could bestow potentially far-reaching benefits. In one move, the Federal Trade Commission voted to ban noncompete agreements, which bar millions of workers from leaving their employers to join a competitor or start a rival business for a specific period of time. […]
NYU Stern School of Business Professor Scott Galloway, who is Jewish, sharply criticized anti-Israel student protesters at NYU, highlighting what he sees as a troubling double standard in tolerating antisemitism compared to other forms of hate. Speaking to MSNBC, Galloway drew a stark comparison: “If I went into the NYU square wearing a white hood […]
NYU Stern School of Business Professor Scott Galloway, who is Jewish, sharply criticized anti-Israel student protesters at NYU, highlighting what he sees as a troubling double standard in tolerating antisemitism compared to other forms of hate. Speaking to MSNBC, Galloway drew a stark comparison: “If I went into the NYU square wearing a white hood […]
Ukraine for the first time has begun using long-range ballistic missiles provided secretly by the United States, bombing a Russian military airfield in Crimea last week and Russian forces in another occupied area overnight, American officials said Wednesday. Long sought by Ukrainian leaders, the new missiles give Ukraine nearly double the striking distance — up […]
Russia on Wednesday vetoed a U.N. resolution sponsored by the United States and Japan calling on all nations to prevent a dangerous nuclear arms race in outer space. The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13 in favor, Russia opposed and China abstaining. The resolution calls on all countries not to develop or deploy […]
President Joe Biden said on Wednesday that he was immediately rushing badly needed weaponry to Ukraine as he signed into law a $95 billion war aid measure that also included assistance for Israel, Taiwan and other global hotspots. The announcement marked an end to the long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress over urgently needed […]
