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Baltimore, MD - Feb. 2, 2025 - Like the rays of sun shining brightly, the kol Torah bursts forth from Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Hatorah each morning. From morning until night, the sounds of the Yeshiva and Kollel fill the Bais Medrash and elevate each Talmid and Yungerman to new heights.
Nestled in the heart of the Baltimore community at 3506 Bancroft Road, the Yeshiva currently is home to 60 bochurim and 15 Kollel Yungerleit. Under the leadership of Rabbi Dovid Hoffman and Rabbi Moshe Aharon Rosenbaum, Ohr Hatorah has become a steady address over the last twelve years for Bochurim and Yungerleit looking to find a makom Torah where they can develop a deep kesher with the Rebbeim, solidify their derech halimud and build a foundation for the future. Alongside the Roshei ...
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 26, 2025 - BJL is heartbroken to inform the community of the petira of Risa Levi, a’h, wife of Aaron Levi, mother of Eliyahu Levi, Elan Levi, and Adir Levi, daughter of Marilyn and Joseph Bench, sister of David (Drorit) Bench and Felicia Zwebner and daughter-in-law of Phyllis (Barry, z'l) Levi
The levaya will take place Tuesday morning, January 28 at 9:30 am at Sol Levinson. Kevura will follow at Chevras Ahavas Chesed Cemetery (9780 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133). Shiva will be observed at 2706 Copperfield Court, through Monday morning, Feb.3. Minyanim:Shacharis: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Monday- 7:30 amShacharis: Sunday - 8:30 amMincha/Maariv: Tuesday - Thursday and Sunday - 5:05 pmMincha: Friday - 2:00 pmVisiting hours: After ...
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 25, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs Anita Lane, a’h, mother of Mrs. Michele (Abe) Loewenthal.
The levayah will be held Tuesday, 1/28/2025, 12:30 at Congregation B'nai Tzedek, 10621 S. Glen Road, Potomac, MD. Kevurah will take place at Judean Memorial Gardens, 16225 Batchellors Forest Rd, Olney MD.
SHIVA SCHEDULE
Tuesday – Bruce and Leslie Lane (5104 Moorland Lane, Bethesda, MD
6:30PM
Minyan at 7:30PM (Maariv)
Wednesday – Bruce and Leslie Lane (5104 Moorland Lane, Bethesda, MD
1:00 – 4:00PM
6:30PM
Minyan at 7:30PM (Maariv)
Thursday – Michele and Abe Loewenthal (6205 Green Meadow Way, Baltimore, MD)
9am – 12 p...
The Qatari Al-Araby Al-Jadeed news outlet corroborates an earlier report from Hamas’s Al-Aqsa TV channel that Jordan is seeking to deport Sbarro pizzeria bomber Ahlam Tamimi.
According to the outlet, Jordanian intelligence authorities informed Hamas earlier today that the terror group must either find a country willing to take in Tamimi by the end of the day, or she will be extradited to the United States, where she is wanted by the FBI for the murder of two US civilians in the 2001 Jerusalem pizzeria bombing.
Tamimi was sentenced to 16 life sentences by Israel for orchestrating the August 9, 2001, Sbarro pizzeria bombing, but was released in 2011 as part of a deal with Hamas for the release of captive IDF soldier Gilad Shalit.
The family of Israeli-American victim Malki Roth has ...
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Baltimore, MD – Jan. 29, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira in Israel of Mrs. Rochel Eilberg, a’h, mother of Mrs. Yocheved (Eliyahu) Eskanazi and Deena Katz
Baltimore:Shiva in Baltimore is being observed at 3114 Marnat Road, Baltimore, MD , 21208Visiting times: Wed: 7-9 pm Thurs:11-1, 2-5, 7-9 Fri: 10-12 Motzaei Shabbos 7:30-9:30Sun. No hours Mon. 2-5, 7-9 Israel:Deena Katz will be sitting in Beit Tuvei Ha'ir, Room 454. 36 Malchei Yisroel, Yerushalayim
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 2, 2025 - Public health officials are warning that a “quad-demic” — a contagious combination of COVID-19, influenza, RSV and the nasty stomach bug norovirus — is putting pressure on Maryland emergency rooms and hospitals.
Several deaths have been caused by the high flu spread, state officials said.
Respiratory viruses are at high or very high levels across most of the country, according to the latest surveillance report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency said in an update Friday that nationally, wastewater surveillance shows viral activity is high for influenza A and moderate for RSV.
COVID-19 levels are low, but coupled with norovirus, offer a quadruple threat.
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The IDF's Rabbinical Corps has developed, in the course of the past months, in light of the fighting on a number of fronts, a number of revolutionary patents designed to assist the combatants in maintaining their faith, while in combat.
One of the significant developments created by the IDF Rabbinate is a Holy Ark for the Torah scroll, which, at the touch of a button, becomes a table for the scroll.
"As far as transporting a Torah scroll is concerned, an Ark is required because of the humidity that damages Torah scrolls", relates the Chief of Staff of the IDF Rabbinate, Col. Rabbi Shoham Orkabi.
"The ark that is used now is not comfortable to carry and is not waterproof, so the IDF's Rabbinical Corps developed a Torah carrier with straps on both sides. This carrier is very com...
Most of the terrorists released in a November 2023 prisoner swap deal with the Hamas terror group have returned to terror, a senior military source said Sunday afternoon.
According to data from Israel's defense echelon, at least two of the terrorists released in November 2023 have been eliminated in the IDF operation in Jenin, and dozens more have been arrested. The source said that around 82% of those released returned to terror.
The source also said that thus far, the IDF has scanned 800 structures and destroyed 80 explosives factories.
Earlier on Sunday, the IDF announced that the Bislach Brigade began operating on Saturday night in the village of Tammun in eastern Samaria as part of the Wall of Iron counterterrorism operation in the region.
The ground operation comes after air...
Chag Tu B’shvat
At first glance, Tu B’shvat, the Rosh Hashana for fruit trees,[1] seems to be of mere technical significance — a calendar marker for the yearly mitzvot that pertain to fruits.[2] Surprisingly, we treat Tu B’shvat as a minor holiday; we skip tachanun[3] and avoid fasting.[4] What are we celebrating?
It is also noteworthy that we celebrate only the new year of trees, as opposed to that of other plants or even tree saplings, whose year starts on a different date.[5] Why are trees more significant to us than other vegetation?
The answer lies in the special relationship between trees and man in general and the Jewish people in particular.
Our Relation to Trees
Man
Parshat Shoftim describes the relationship between trees and man whe...
Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, has called for a firm stance against Qatar’s ongoing financial and political support of Hamas, warning that the Gulf state cannot continue playing both sides in the ongoing conflict. While Qatar has positioned itself as a diplomatic mediator, it simultaneously provides financial aid and a safe haven for Hamas leadership, fueling tensions and violence in the region.
The ambassador emphasized that Israel must send a clear message that this duplicity is unacceptable. He noted that while Qatar has played a role in negotiations, including the recent discussions on hostage releases, it cannot be allowed to fund and sustain the very terror group responsible for attacks on Israeli civilians.
Israeli officials are reportedly ur...
President Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, arguing that the move is necessary to safeguard American interests despite the short-term economic strain it may cause.
The new tariffs impose a 25% levy on goods from Canada and Mexico, including a 10% tariff on Canadian energy exports. Additionally, a 10% tariff on Chinese imports has been implemented, aimed at countering unfair trade practices and addressing national security concerns.
Trump defended the decision as a strategy to combat illegal drug trafficking and unauthorized immigration, stating that these trade restrictions will encourage new economic policies that prioritize American businesses and workers. However, he acknowledged that the tariffs could lead to higher prices on every...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this morning (Sunday, 2 February 2025), before taking off for an official visit in Washington, where he will meet with United States President Donald Trump:"I’m leaving for a very important meeting with President Trump in Washington.
The fact that this would be President Trump’s first meeting with a foreign leader since his inauguration is telling.&nbs...
Argentina's Foreign Minister Visits the Kotel: "Coming here is emotional and unique; the feeling is indescribable. I feel protected here and pray for the peace of the Jewish people and the State of Israel and an end to hatred"
As part of his first visit to Israel since his appointment, Argentina’s foreign minister, Mr. Gerardo Werthein arrived this morning (Sunday) for prayer and a tour of the Kotel, accompanied by Argentina’s ambassador to Israel, Rabbi Shimon Axel Wahnish.
He was greeted by the rav of the Kotel and holy sites, Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, and the director of the Western Wall Heritage Foundation, Mr. Mordechai (Suli) Eliav, who expressed their appreciation for the unwavering support of the Argentine government, led by President Javier Milei, for Israel and ...
Politicians across the political spectrum welcome the nomination of Maj. Gen. (res.) Eyal Zamir to become the next Israel Defense Forces chief of staff.
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid calls the current Defense Ministry director-general the “the right person for the job” while The Democrats’ chairman Yair Golan lauds him as “a talented officer and leader [who] will have to deal with the task of rebuilding the army, and with the burden of protecting the IDF from a dangerous and corrupt political echelon.”
MK Yuli Edelstein (Likud), the chairman of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, says that Zamir is entering his position “at an intense and fateful time” and will have the “historic task of shaping the face of the IDF for future ...
Baltimore, MD – Jan. 30, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Yehoshua Betzalel Teitelbaum, z’l, son of Dr. & Mrs. Chuny Teitelbaum, and brother of Shmuel Ovadia Teitelbaum, Yisroel Nachum Teitelbaum, Avrohom Yitzchok Teitlebaum, Yosef Teitlebaum, Mrs. Shira (Dr. Dovie) Bechhofer, Mrs. Aliza Ungar, Mrs. Miri (Avi) Mayer and Mrs. Adina (Avi) Abrams, Aviva Teitlebaum. Shiva will be observed at 1263 East 10th Street Brooklyn, NY 11230.Shiva Ends:
Feb. 5 (Wed.): Miri (Avi) Mayer, Adina (Avi) Abrams, Aliza Ungar, Aviva Teitelbaum
Feb. 6 (Thurs.): Dr. & Mrs. Chuny Teitelbaum Shmuel Ovadia Teitelbaum, Yisroel Nachum Teitelbaum, Shira (Dr. Dovie) Bechhofer, Avrohom Yitzchok Teitelbaum, Yosef Teitelbaum
Minyanim:
Shacharis - 8:15am (Sunday), ...
February 1, 2025 - Gaza/Israel – Hamas released three Israeli hostages on Thursday as part of an ongoing ceasefire agreement with Israel. The hostages, Keith Siegel (65), Ofer Kalderon (54), and Yarden Bibas (35), were among those abducted during Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. Their release, facilitated by the International Committee of the Red Cross, is part of a broader deal involving the exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners, as well as increased humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Brutal Conditions in Captivity
Since their return, the freed hostages have shared harrowing accounts of mistreatment. Siegel, who was held in Gaza City, was frequently moved between locations and often confined in tunnels. He suffered severe food deprivation and was forced to eat foods...
Baltimore, MD - Feb. 1, 2025 - The bagleitin of the Vizhnitzer Rebbe from Mercaz Torah U’Tefillah to his host’s home, following an inspiring Shabbos in Baltimore with hundreds of Chassidim
Police boats combed the banks of the Potomac River on Friday, slowly scanning the shoreline in the rain as investigators sought clues into the midair collision that killed 67 people and raised questions about air traffic safety around the nation’s capital.
The black box from the Army Black Hawk helicopter that collided with a commercial jetliner and crashed into the Potomac River has been recovered, investigators announced. They are reviewing that flight data recorder along with two recovered earlier from the jet.
No one survived the Wednesday night collision. The remains of 41 people had been pulled from the river as of Friday afternoon, including 28 that had been positively identified, Washington, D.C., Fire Chief John Donnelly Sr. said at a news conference. He said next of kin n...
