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A senior Hamas official on Thursday rejected a partial deal which would include the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for a temporary ceasefire, Al Hadath reported.
According to the report, Hamas' Taher al-Nunu stressed that the terror group rejects a temporary ceasefire, but will support any proposal which will lead to a permanent end to the war.
The refusal follows reports of negotiations between Egypt and Israel for a two-week ceasefire in Gaza, during which four Israeli hostages will be released and negotiations will be held for the release of four Israeli hostages in exchange for ten convicted terrorists for each hostage.
According to Egyptian sources, after the "small deal" is implemented, negotiations will begin for a permanent ceasefire and a more compr...
Baltimore, MD – Oct. 31, 2024 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Shelley & Bobby Dolitsky on the birth of Evelyn Cara (Eden Chaya)
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בתם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן!
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 31, 2024 — Hespedim for Rabbi Yehuda Leib Newmark will be held at Darchei Tzedek Congregation on Seven Mile Lane, Sunday, Nov. 3, at 5:30 PM, with Mincha/Maariv beforehand.
Jerusalem, Israel - Oct. 31, 2024 - Rabbi Kalman Bar, the Chief Rabbi of Netanya, was elected on Thursday to serve as the Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel.
The elections were held between 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. at the Chief Rabbinate headquarters in Jerusalem. 136 out of the 140 members of the electoral body participated in the voting.
The four members of the body who did not cast their votes were Emek Hefer Regional Council head Galit Shaul, the Rabbi of Rechasim Yaakov Sonnenfeld, MK Yitzhak Kroizer (Otzma Yehudit), and Bat Yam Mayor Tzvika Brot.
Rabbi Bar received 77 votes while his opponent, Petah Tikva Chief Rabbi Micha Halevi received only 58 votes.
The election on Thursday was a runoff after the two candidates tied during the first round last month, both receiving 40...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 30, 2024: Dear Shearith Israel Members and Friends, As many of you are aware, our dear beloved member and longtime mispallel R' Avraham Frank, z'l, was niftar a few weeks ago. As his levaya was in Eretz Yisroel many of us were unable to participate in the hespedim.
We will be having hespedim in shul to commemorate the shloshim on Sunday, November 10 at 10 AM. The shloshim is open to both men and women and will take place in the main shul. The rav will deliver divrei hesped. In addition, the teleconference line will be open for those who are unable to attend in person.
There will also be a women’s only event via the teleconference line on Monday, November 11th at 7 PM. Mrs. Frank has graciously agreed to speak to the women about R’ Avrah...
For most of the last month, Jewish people worldwide have been celebrating the high holidays and that means food—lots of food. Even the fast day of Yom Kippur means a lot of eating before and after the fast. It is a time of eating traditional, delicious food which also means a more sedentary existence with a lot of entertaining and sitting. Unfortunately, the choices of food consumed are usually those that lead to health problems of many varieties. It’s a time of eating foods laden with saturated fat and cholesterol with the overconsumption of animal proteins such as meat, chicken and fatty fish. It’s also a period of time where fatty and sugary deserts are consumed frequently. All of this can contribute to processes that lead to chronic...
A woman in her 60s and a man in his 20s were killed wounded on Thursday by a rocket strike during a barrage in the Haifa Bay Area.
MDA is reporting that another man in his 70s was lightly wounded and updated that the three are suffering from shrapnel wounds.
The IDF that approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon during the barrage. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and fallen projectiles were identified in the area.
Five people were killed in an agricultural area in Metulla, in northern Israel, following Hezbollah rocket fire from Lebanon, Israeli media reported on Thursday afternoon.
The IDF confirmed earlier on Thursday two rockets were launched from Lebanon and fell in "open areas," which, according to early indications, were agricultural sites near the town.
Israeli media reported that one citizen, a farmer, was killed in the attack, along with four foreign workers.
A sixth person was seriously wounded in the incident, with severe injuries sustained via shrapnel. They were transferred for emergency medical assistance at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa.
Iran will deliver a “definitive and painful” response to Israel’s recent attack on its territory, likely before the US presidential election on November 5, CNN reported Wednesday, citing an anonymous senior source.
The source, apparently an Iranian with knowledge of deliberations in Tehran, told the network: “The response of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Zionist regime’s aggression will be definitive and painful.”
The series of Israeli strikes early Saturday morning were themselves a response to a massive ballistic missile attack launched by Tehran at Israel on October 1. In an hours-long operation, dozens of Israeli aircraft targeted strategic military sites across Iran — specifically drone and ballistic missile manufacturing and launch si...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 31, 2024 - Today marks the final opportunity for in-person early voting in Maryland.
Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. However, election officials have stated that anyone in line by 8 p.m. will still be allowed to vote.
As of Oct. 29, 1.21 million early votes have already been cast, representing 25.2% of the state’s voting-age population.
Click here for a list of Maryland’s early voting centers.
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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 31, 2024 - Marilyn Mosby's defense is again asking Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby to replace her home detention with a curfew, outlining why they believe her job security requires more flexibility.
The former Baltimore City's State Attorney latest plea with the court came in light of her new job offer to serve as Director of Global Strategic Planning at an undisclosed California-based company. While the enterprise is headquartered in California, Mosby will be stationed in Maryland. According to her defense, this new position "will require routine travel to varying locations throughout Maryland."
Her first request was denied earlier in October.Judge Griggsby, who is change of the case, said the defense did not provide enough details about the role and duties...
ISA and Israel Police on Thursday morning announced the arrest of Refael and Lala Goliev, a 32-year-old couple from Lod, after the couple carried out acts of espionage on behalf of Iran.
During their interrogation, it became clear that Refael was enlisted by Alshaan Agayev, a 56-year-old Azeri, who is operating on behalf of Iranian parties.
As part of his activities, Refael tracked security sites in Israel, including the Mossad, and also followed an academic employed by the INSS, who Iran had marked for a physical attack. In addition, he was asked to locate a person who would serve as an assassin for the Iranian operator. Some of the activities were carried out by Rafael with the help of his wife Lala.
The State Prosecutor's Office filed an indictment against them on Thursday,...
We are living in troubled times. Israel is at war and antisemitism is on the rise here – and we all must handle the stress of daily life. To do that, we need to build our resilience and coping mechanisms.
That’s why CHANA invites you to attend VOICES: Finding Your Path Forward the evening of November 6 at Beth Tfiloh Congregation. It will be an engaging evening where you will learn practical advice from our speaker Britt Frank, MSW, LSCSW, SEP, on how to deal with stress and bring more well-being into your life.
Anxiety and stress can lead to feelings of being stuck, not being able to make decisions, or overall fatigue. As author of The Science of Stuck (named a must-read by Forbes, NPR, SHRM, New York Magazine, and Esquire), Ms. Frank will share personal stories and provide...
We're excited to announce our return to Baltimore, with an exclusive real estate event!Join us for expert guidance on purchasing property in Israel, featuring Ben Levene, CEO of CapitIL Real Estate, as he nears his 200th global event. "Our events have been instrumental in helping Anglos purchase property in Israel, and with the impact of October 7th, these gatherings are more critical than ever," says Levene.What to Expect:How to Finance Up to 75% of Your PropertyNavigating New Tax Regulations – Discover how the latest changes could benefit youInvestment Hotspots – Find great opportunities in Ramat Eshkol, Shaarei Chesed, Ramot, and RBSIsrael vs. U.S. Real Estate – Learn why investing in Eretz Yisroel could be your smartest financial moveFor security purposes, only t...
The Rebbe has successfully revived a nearly 200-year-old chassidus, which descends from the Rebbes of Lechovitch and Karlin/Stolin
Baltimore, MD - October 28, 2024-The Baltimore community is honored to host the Koidenover Rebbe, shlit"a, from next Monday, November 4th - Tuesday, November 12th. Those who were privileged to see the Rebbe during his past visits, know that he is a captivating speaker who conveys a message relevant to our generation. In addition, the Rebbe is known for and much sought after for his wise counsel and brachos. Those who have had a private audience with the Rebbe can tell you how truly electrifying the experience was, replete with chizuk and inspiration.
The Rebbe has successfully revived a nearly 200-year-old chassidus, which descends from the Rebbes o...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 28, 2024 - Baltimore Jewish Home's 613 Seconds with Baltimore native Rabbi Shmuel Chaim Naiman, Founder of Healthy Jew, Foraging Guide, and Mashgiach Ruchani at Yeshivat Lev HaTorah
Baltimore Jewish Home: Tell us a little about yourself. Where are you from?
Rabbi Naiman: I was born and raised in Baltimore, with roots here for seven generations. I attended Torah Institute and then Ner Yisrael. At 19, I came to Eretz Yisrael to learn in the Mir, and I’ve been learning and teaching Torah here ever since. My family and I currently live in Ramat Bet Shemesh. (Here’s the secret to staying in EY: marry an Israeli, and you’re stuck!)
BJH: And now you’re also in the health and wellness field. How did you get into this?
Rabbi Naiman: I&rs...
