by Rabbi Yair Hoffman for 5tjt.com Yom Kippur is fast approaching.� The messages of this past year have hit home, as we see a number of people attempting genuine Teshuvah. But how do we ensure that the gains of Elul, Rosh haShana, Shabbos Shuvah and Yom Kippur do not dissipate? REMARKABLE MESSAGE There is a […]
At the age of 2, Duvi* was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. One of 9 children, his devoted parents did everything in their power to save their precious
A residential apartment building in Holon collapsed on Sunday afternoon, a day after 36 families were evacuated from the building. Israel Fire and Rescue Services evacuated the residents of the
The U.S. has removed its most advanced missile defense system and Patriot batteries from Saudi Arabia in recent weeks, even as the kingdom faced continued air attacks from Yemen�s Houthi rebels, satellite photos analyzed by The Associated Press show. The redeployment of the defenses from Prince Sultan Air Base outside of Riyadh came as America�s […]
We want this year to be the year of the geulah. A year of parnassah, health, and nachas. And we can make it happen. Together. While it may sound unbelievable,
Early Bird Special till March / 21 Sunday Night!! Exclusive Men’s And Women’s Event At the DreamWorks Waterpark, located at The American Dream Mall. Tuesday, September 23, 7:30 pm 11:30 pm
By Rabbi Yair Hoffman for 5tjt.com Despite COVID, numerous Americans will spend Yom Tov in Israel. When Americans travel to Israel for Yom Tov, they often do one of two
In the new school year, which started less than two weeks ago, 5,855 children from different backgrounds started an education of Torah and mitzvos at a Shuvu school in Eretz
YWN regrets to inform you of the Petira of HaRav Heshy Hirth ZT”L. The Niftar was a pillar and builder of the Passaic Jewish community. Under the guidance of Hagaon
Former President George W. Bush outlines for the first time in a new documentary how events unfolded for him following the 9-11 attacks. In the National Geographic Channel special, �George W. Bush: The 9-11 Interview,� the former President talks about the chaotic moments after the attacks and the reasoning behind decisions he made that day. […]
It�s a heart-breaking bird�s eye view of New York�s darkest day. As we mark the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a powerful 17-minute video taken from an NYPD helicopter on that fateful day surfaced on the Web a few years ago. Obtained by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the leaked footage from inside […]
Edmund Glazer even laughed quietly. He was a calming, logical man, a problem solver, an unassuming gentleman for whom swearing was anathema. Even though he was the youngest of four
When the terror attack occurred, Avremel was fifty-five; his friend Ed, a quadriplegic, was forty-two. Both worked at Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield as program analysts on the 27th floor of
The following are excerpts of a Wall Street Journal article, and re-posted from the YWN archives: FIVE FLOORS ABOVE, Shimmy Biegeleisen phoned his wife from his office at money-management firm Fiduciary Trust International Inc. �There�s been an explosion next door,� the 42-year-old vice president said. �Don�t worry. I�m OK.� After a few minutes, Mr. Biegeleisen […]
It is twenty years since that moment in history changed the world for ever. Of course, when it happened, many of us knew we�d never forget that day. Yet time dulls even the most painful memories. Among the heroes of 9/11, which included the FDNY, NYPD, PAPD, EMS and other agencies, were the volunteers of […]
It is a few days until Yom Kippur,� you have a rare opportunity-whether you’re in Eretz Yisroel or not, you can personally perform the rare mitzvah of Shmita: “???????? ?????? ??????” “And in the seventh year, you must let it rest, and abandon it” All owners of agricultural fields are obligated to make their crops […]
Former president Donald Trump was in New York City on Saturday to mark 20 years since the 9/11 attacks. He didn�t attend any remembrance ceremonies, but he did stop by the 17th police precinct in Midtown and a neighboring fire station. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)
The Taliban raised their flag over the Afghan presidential palace Saturday, a spokesman said, as the U.S. and the world marked the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. The
From an urban memorial to a remote field to the heart of of the nation�s military might, President Joe Biden on Saturday paid tribute at three hallowed places of grief and remembrance to honor the lives lost two decades ago in the 9/11 terror attacks. The solemn day of commemoration offered frequent reminders for Americans […]
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