Month June 2020
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s governor activated the National Guard on Wednesday to protect state properties after a night of violence that included the toppling of two statues outside the state Capitol, one of which commemorated an abolitionist Civil War… Continue Reading →
Russia and China will be isolated at the United Nations if they continue down the “road to dystopia” by blocking a U.S. bid to extend a weapons ban on Iran,… Read more » The post U.S. Warns Russia, China of… Continue Reading →
The Justice Minister and another high-ranking MK in the Blue and White party promised the LGBTQ community that they will work to obtain equal rights for members of the community in all things relating to marriage laws, both in the… Continue Reading →
Chesed of Lakewood today opened registration for its Summer CPR courses. These CPR courses are subsidized and provide a way for lay persons in the community to become CPR educated and learn the American Heart Association’s curriculum. In past summers,… Continue Reading →
New York City will continue to distribute its “Grab & Go” meals at public schools throughout the summer, even as the city continues to progress in the phases of reopening,… Read more » The post New York City Free Meals… Continue Reading →
In Lakewood today.
The Macy’s July 4th fireworks will go forward, but with a twist meant to keep spectators from congregating in large numbers during the coronavirus pandemic, the mayor said Tuesday. There will be a series of “unannounced displays” around the city… Continue Reading →
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is facing a critical decision on Israel that could alter America’s position in the Middle East and may affect his election-year support with a central part of his political base. In the coming days,… Continue Reading →
They are a symbol of celebration, loudly lighting up the night sky and best known in the U.S. as the explosive exclamation point to Fourth of July festivities. This year,… Read more » The post Fireworks Are Booming Before July… Continue Reading →
Coronavirus hospitalizations and caseloads hit new highs in over a half-dozen states as signs of the virus’ resurgence mounted, with newly confirmed infections nationwide back near their peak level of two months ago. After trending downward for six weeks, the… Continue Reading →
As word got around that many camps were not going to open this summer some individuals jump in to try to help as many boys as they can to enjoy an incredibly well-deserved summer especially needed in these trying… Continue Reading →
The Army activated about 400 unarmed members of the Washington, D.C., National Guard to “prevent any defacing or destruction” of monuments, defense officials said Wednesday, as protests over police violence… Read more » The post Army Activates 400 Guard Troops… Continue Reading →
The Daf Yomi Commission of Agudas Yisroel presents a timely and fascinating video titled “Masei Oreg”, highlighting the melachos of Shabbos dealing with weaving and sewing. This video will capture the interest of the entire family and will introduce… Continue Reading →
Two U.S. senators on Wednesday introduced legislation to reform part of a federal law that largely exempts tech platforms such as Facebook and Twitter from legal liability for the material… Read more » The post Senators Propose Reform to Key… Continue Reading →
A worrying report was published on Tuesday by the Kantor Center for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry at Tel Aviv University. The report, which focused on how the Covid-19 Coronavirus affected Jewish standing in the world, found that the… Continue Reading →
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s governor said Wednesday he was prepared to activate the National Guard to protect state properties after protesters outside the state Capitol tore down statues commemorating an abolitionist and women’s rights and someone threw a Molotov… Continue Reading →
Kosovo President Hashim Thaci and nine other former separatist fighters were indicted Wednesday on a range of crimes against humanity and war crimes charges, including murder, by an international prosecutor… Read more » The post Kosovo President, 9 Others Indicted… Continue Reading →
LEWES, Del. (AP) — A swimmer in Delaware was caught on camera prying a shark’s mouth open with his hands this weekend in an effort to free it from a fishing hook. The video shows the man grabbing onto the… Continue Reading →
EMS and police officers responded a short time ago to a home on Ronald Road, where a pitbull attacked two people, including its owner. At least one of the victims was transported to Jersey Shore Univesity Medical Center for treatment… Continue Reading →
Two of Israel’s largest supermarket chains are offering discounts on some staple foods to help people manage the coronavirus crisis on a limited grocery budget. The sales on challah and… Read more » The post Supermarkets Offer Coronavirus Specials appeared… Continue Reading →