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Sara will be in the hospital on Rosh Hashana, โš–๏ธ praying for a miracle: for her parents to find a way to pay for the cutting-edge treatment that is last hope for her cure.  While we pray for a happy, sweet new year, Sara's parents will plead for her life. Be part of this miracle! ๐Ÿฅน Help Sara's parents and give a little girl the chance to live! Welcome this Rosh Hashana with the huge Zechus of saving a child's life. Knowing you gave her parents the gift of hope, saving them from terrible agony. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป Please donate now – every day is crucial: >> https://thechesedfund.com/waehandhorg/sara?aff=jm11.9at
Tel Aviv, Israel - Sept. 18, 2025  - The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced that four soldiers were killed by an explosive device in the Rafah area. The hummer in which the soldiers were riding struck the IED. The fallen soldiers were identified as Major Omri Chai Ben Moshe, aged 26, from Tzafria, Lieutenant Ron Arieli, aged 20, from Hadera, Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak, aged 22, from Har Brakha, and Lieutenant Eran Shelem, aged 23, from Ramat Yohanan. In the incident in which Major Omri Chai Ben Moshe, Lieutenant Ron Arieli, Lieutenant Eitan Avner Ben Itzhak, and Lieutenant Eran Shelem fell, a cadet in the “Dekel” Battalion, Officers’ Training School was severely injured. The cadet was evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment, and his family ...
Baltimore, MD - Sept. 18, 2025 -  Baltimore City ended the 2025 budget year with a $3.3 million deficit, which was smaller than expected due to larger income tax revenue than budget leaders predicted. Members of the Baltimore City Council got the kernel of good news during a budget hearing at City Hall. Laura Larsen, the city’s budget director, said the city brought in $42 million more in income tax revenue than it originally expected, resulting in the city ending up with $66 million more in revenue streams. “Income tax revenue is collected at the state level and then dispersed to the local level based off of an allocation formula,” she said. “It was sort of very out of the norm and very unexpected.” The boost in revenue paints a much sunnier picture t...
Baltimore, MD - Sept. 18, 2025  - Baltimore City Department of Public Works is flushing hydrants and water mains throughout the area, as part of regular maintenance of the region's water system. In a statement, DPW said, water system flushing improves the taste, odor, and appearance of your water, clears sediment from water mains, and ensures hydrants are in working order for emergencies. What to Expect Temporary Discoloration: Water may appear rusty or cloudy during flushing. This is temporary and not harmful. Lower Water Pressure: Some neighborhoods may experience brief pressure drops. Water in Streets: Seeing crews flushing hydrants and releasing water is normal and carefully monitored. How to Prepare Avoid running washing machines or dishwashers du...
Jerusalem, Israel - Sept. 18, 2025  - The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference was held at the Friends of Zion (FoZ) Media Center on Tuesday, September 16th.    Following the Opening Remarks from Zvika Klein, Editor-in-Chief, The Jerusalem Post, the day consisted of a long list of participants speaking in interviews and on panels. Among the morning highlights was the interview of Mike Huckabee, United States Ambassador to Israel, by Zvika Klein. The Ambassadors Panel was moderated by Amichai Stein, Diplomatic Correspondent, The Jerusalem Post Included in the photo essay are some of the participants: Sam Grundwerg, World Chairman, Keren Hayesod, spoke and received an award. Amir Avivi, Founder & Chairman, Israel’s Defense and Security Fo...
Baltimore, MD - Sept. 18, 2025 - With the approach of Rosh Hashana, when we partake of fresh fruits and other traditional foods, STAR-K reminds everyone about the need to check many of the items carefully prior to use. Checking instructions for all Rosh Hashana Simanim are listed below. For your convenience, we are also including information and links about Yoshon, as well as the Halachos of Fasting, Schach Guidance and Sukkos-related videos — basically all the information you need to prepare for the Yamim Tovim. STAR-K wishes everyone a k'siva v'chasima tova and a sweet new year! ROSH HASHANA SIMANIM CHECKING INSTRUCTIONS APPLES/BEETS/CARROTS/POMEGRANATES: No checking required. DATES*: Open a few dates in each container and visually inspect. If no insects...
A Louisiana immigration judge ordered Columbia University student protest leader Mahmoud Khalil to be deported to Algeria or Syria on Friday, according to documents published by the American Civil Liberties Union, leading his legal team to appeal on Wednesday to the New Jersey federal court overseeing his civil rights case. The Columbia University Apartheid Divest leader, who was detained on March 8 and had his green card revoked over his role in belligerent activism on campus, was on September 12 denied a twelve day time extension, a change of venue to New York, and a waiver for removability. Judge Jamee Comans did not believe Khalil was eligible for a discretionary waiver due to family ties and good legal character because he had failed to disclose his affiliations ...
The United Kingdom is poised to formally recognize a Palestinian state this week, a move that will put it at odds with its closest ally, the United States, the Times reported on Wednesday. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has reportedly delayed the announcement until after US President Trump concludes his state visit, seeking to prevent the contentious issue from dominating a joint news conference. According to the Times, the recognition is expected to be announced before a UN General Assembly meeting in New York next week, where France, Canada, Belgium and Australia are also expected to recognize a Palestinian state. Prime Minister Starmer outlined Britain’s plan in July, conditioning recognition on Israel agreeing to a ceasefire, ...
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told reporters in Damascus on Wednesday that ongoing negotiations with Israel on a security pact could lead to results "in the coming days", according to the Reuters news agency. Sharaa described the security pact as a "necessity" and said it would need to respect Syria's airspace and territorial unity and be monitored by the United Nations. The Syrian President stressed that there is no pressure from Washington on Damascus to reach a deal with Israel. Sharaa stated that if the security pact is successful, it could lead to “additional agreements”, but also clarified that a normalization or peace deal with Israel are not on the table at this time. On Tuesday, Axios reported that Israel has presented the new ...
Five police officers were shot and three were killed in a shooting in York County, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, authorities said. The gunman, who has not yet been publicly identified, was killed by police, according to Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Col. Christopher Paris.  He added authorities know "who they are and who they work for," but did not comment on the motive. The shooting took place as officers were following up on a "domestic-related" investigation that started Tuesday, Paris said.  The two wounded officers were taken to a hospital and remain in critical but stable condition, according to officials. WellSpan York Hospital told Fox News Digital enhanced security protocols are in place. The scene, which Paris described as "large," was stil...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 17, 2025 – BJL regrets to inform the community of the petira of Mrs. Anne Kaplan, a’h, sister of Rabbi Mordechai Shuchatowitz.The levayah will take place tomorrow in Rochester, NY Shiva will be observed at 6206 Lincoln Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209, upon Rabbi Shuchatowitz’s return to Baltimore Thursday evening. Minyanim: Maariv: 8:00 pm Thurs.   Selichos/Shacharis: Fri. 7:00 am  Mincha 3:00 pm Maariv: Motzei Shabbos 8:35 pm Selichos/Shachris 7:00  Sun.  MinchaMaariv 6:50 Monday - No Shachris  Mincha 3:00 pm   ื‘ืœืข ื”ืžื•ื•ืช ืœื ืฆื—
Baltimore, MD - Sept. 17, 2025 -Below is the STAR-K Yoshon Quick Reference Guide as of Sept. 17, 2025Wheat: Pasta products, durum and semolina flours – USA products - Aug 1 is the production cutoff date. This means products lists should be updated to reflect Aug 1 as the last production day that one can assume they are yoshon. Canadian pasta products – no Chodosh concerns yet. Flours – A number of mills received Chodosh already. The list online has been updated with all the info we have so far. We are working on updating the lists of all the other mills as well. If we don’t have a date listed yet, you can use Sept 2 as the default cutoff date. Flours are typically dated 12-18 months and whole wheat 6-12 months. DISCLAIMER: Sometimes we have found the same l...
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 17, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to  Ahron Reichman and Devora Gold  on their engagement!Mazel Tov Zev & Chana Reichman and Raphael & Estie Gold ื™ื”"ืจ ืฉื™ื–ื›ื• ืœื‘ื ื•ืช ื‘ื™ืช ื ืืžืŸ ื‘ื™ืฉืจืืœ. ืืžืŸ!   
Baltimore, MD – Sept. 17, 2025 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Yosef Braun (Baltimore) and Batsheva Schechter (Lakewood)  on their engagement! Mazel Tov to Rabbi & Mrs. Boruch Braun. ื™ื”"ืจ ืฉื™ื–ื›ื• ืœื‘ื ื•ืช ื‘ื™ืช ื ืืžืŸ ื‘ื™ืฉืจืืœ. ืืžืŸ!   
College Park, MD - Sept. 17, 2025  -  A new Microsoft quantum research center is coming to the University of Maryland's Discovery District, Gov. Wes Moore announced today. The center will serve as a development hub for next-generation quantum technologies thanks to a partnership between the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland Enterprise Corporation and Microsoft. “Maryland is making big bets on the future to grow our economy and drive innovation. Quantum is at the center of that strategy,” Gov. Moore said via a press release. “We are honored to partner with Microsoft in this effort, as we work together to create jobs, spark discovery, and stimulate growth. And together, we will continue to make Maryland the best place in the world to change the ...
Annapolis, MD - Sept. 17,  2025  - Marylanders who purchase health insurance on the state’s Affordable Care Act marketplace could see their monthly health expenses skyrocket unless Congress decides to extend a popular pandemic-era tax credit that’s set to expire this year, advocates say. Just how much costs could rise is still unknown in many states, but advocacy groups such as the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation are trying to estimate the impact to help states and individuals prepare. The nonprofit said that some Marylanders could see monthly premiums more than double if enhanced premium tax credits created during the COVID-19 pandemic expire. “You have a lot of people who don’t get an offer of coverage from their job,” said Katherine Hempstead, na...
Baltimore, MD - Sept. 17, 2025 - A growing debate in Maryland centers on who should be held responsible when a criminal receives a light sentence and then commits another crime. Some politicians argue judges should face consequences. Maryland Del. Ryan Nawrocki, R – Baltimore County, believes judges should be held to the highest standard. He said judges are public officials, elected and appointed to their roles, and their decisions have direct consequences on public safety. “Judges are one of the key elements to making sure that we're not putting bad people back on the street over and over again,” Nawrocki said. Some legal experts say they support more transparency for judicial decisions but caution against punishment, fearing it would lead to fewer people choosing...
More than 90% of residents who fled the Gaza Envelope following the brutal October 7 terror attack have now returned to their communities. This encouraging update comes from a detailed report released Wednesday by the Tekuma Authority, the government agency overseeing civilian rehabilitation in the region. According to the latest figures, over 90% of the roughly 62,000 registered residents—based on Central Bureau of Statistics data—have come back to the area. In addition, more than 2,500 new residents have joined the region since the attack. Several of the hardest-hit communities have reported strong return rates: Kerem Shalom: 88% return rate; 6 new families joined Sufa: 90% returned; 6 new families Nir Yitzhak: 82% returned; 8 new families Nirim: 90% returned; 1 new f...
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