Saturday, May 04, 2013
Havdalah by Yeshivat Har Etzion
Students of Yeshivat Har Etzion recite Havdalah in the Beis Medrash Motzei Shabbat Zachor 5772.
Friday, May 03, 2013
The RIETS Story
Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary, or Yeshivat Rabbeinu Yitzchak Elchanan, is the rabbinical seminary of Yeshiva University, now located in Washington Heights, New York. It was originally established in the Lower East Side of Manhattan in 1886 in memory of Rabbi Yitzchak Elchanan Spektor who had passed away during that era.
Thursday, May 02, 2013
Don’t Miss Oorah-thon this Motzei Shabbos
It’s finally here. The winners will finally be chosen. This motzei Shabbos, May 4th, is the Oorah-thon, the culmination and absolutely final deadline to enter to win dozens of incredible prizes in the Oorah Auction, from a luxury cruise to hi-tech to a diamond necklace. Broadcasted on radio stations across the country including 770 AM, and streamed live on oorah.org, the Oorah-thon gives an inside glimpse into one of America’s largest kiruv organizations.
The program will feature thoughtful conversations punctuated with musical segments with entertainers including Dovid Gabay, Shua Kessin and Michoel Pruzansky. There will be stimulating discussions with Oorah’s leaders on the state of kiruv today. Oorah families will share the stories of their journeys. Fiveish will make an appearance to take calls from kids.
And of course, there’ll be live prize drawings with the winners called on air. Yes, someone will get a call informing them that they are the lucky winner of a trip to Israel, a custom sheitel or a Fiveishmobile. Enter now and that someone could be you! Plus, your donation to the Oorah Auction simultaneously enters you into the Million Dollar Raffle, where you can win 1,000 times your donation, up to one million dollars! Tune in this Motzei Shabbos to the fun online at oorah.org, call in and listen live on 212-990-8000 (PIN# 7587), or 347-772-1982 (PIN# 7301) or on any of the following local stations:
NY METRO AREA
WABC 770 AM
WMCA 570 AM
LAKEWOOD
WMDI 107.9 FM
HIGHLAND PARK/EDISON
WJPR 1640 AM
CLEVELAND
WKBN 570 AM
BALTIMORE
WVIE 1370 AM
CHICAGO
WCGO 1590 AM
MIAMI
WZAB 880 AM
The program will feature thoughtful conversations punctuated with musical segments with entertainers including Dovid Gabay, Shua Kessin and Michoel Pruzansky. There will be stimulating discussions with Oorah’s leaders on the state of kiruv today. Oorah families will share the stories of their journeys. Fiveish will make an appearance to take calls from kids.
And of course, there’ll be live prize drawings with the winners called on air. Yes, someone will get a call informing them that they are the lucky winner of a trip to Israel, a custom sheitel or a Fiveishmobile. Enter now and that someone could be you! Plus, your donation to the Oorah Auction simultaneously enters you into the Million Dollar Raffle, where you can win 1,000 times your donation, up to one million dollars! Tune in this Motzei Shabbos to the fun online at oorah.org, call in and listen live on 212-990-8000 (PIN# 7587), or 347-772-1982 (PIN# 7301) or on any of the following local stations:
NY METRO AREA
WABC 770 AM
WMCA 570 AM
LAKEWOOD
WMDI 107.9 FM
HIGHLAND PARK/EDISON
WJPR 1640 AM
CLEVELAND
WKBN 570 AM
BALTIMORE
WVIE 1370 AM
CHICAGO
WCGO 1590 AM
MIAMI
WZAB 880 AM
Yeedle & Shira At Bar Mitzvah
Yeedle Werdyger singing songs off of his latest album at a (Richter) Bar Mitzvah. Accompanied by the Shira Choir. Composer Pinky Weber joins in to sing his own composition Shaarie Demuos. April 29, 2013 in Boro Park.
Delta Shows Off New JFK Terminal in NYC
Delta Airlines prepares to unveil the new Terminal 4 at JFK airport by creating a mock up set in a pop-up shop in Soho on West Broadway and Broome in Manhattan. The new terminal will include a beautiful new sky club which will also feature a 2000 square foot outdoor deck where one can sit in the sun and watch the planes.
Documentary on a Renowned Mohel
A short documentary about Rabbi Mordecai Zimmerman, one of the oldest and most respected mohels in Brooklyn, NY. He passed away in 2005.
Rav Mordechai Zimmerman, renown mohel (1913-2005). Born in New York to Rav Yosef Yehoshua and Shaina Rochel Zimmerman, he attended Torah Vodaas, which his father help found. He and his two brothers were sent to Mir and Grodna in Europe. While in Europe, he met with the Chafetz Chaim. He received his ksav semicha from Rav Shimon Shkop. After his marriage, he settled in Dubuque, Iowa for 5 years, then settled in the Bronx. In the mid-1980s, he moved to Boro Park, where he became a prominent member of the Mirrer minyon. He is survived by two sons, a daughter, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Rav Mordechai Zimmerman, renown mohel (1913-2005). Born in New York to Rav Yosef Yehoshua and Shaina Rochel Zimmerman, he attended Torah Vodaas, which his father help found. He and his two brothers were sent to Mir and Grodna in Europe. While in Europe, he met with the Chafetz Chaim. He received his ksav semicha from Rav Shimon Shkop. After his marriage, he settled in Dubuque, Iowa for 5 years, then settled in the Bronx. In the mid-1980s, he moved to Boro Park, where he became a prominent member of the Mirrer minyon. He is survived by two sons, a daughter, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Close Encounter with Surfing Killer Whales
Rich & Laura Howard celebrated their 20th Wedding Anniversary in La Paz Mexico at Costa Baja Resort/Spa. Their dive with the friendly resident sea lion colony was interrupted when whales dropped by. Watch the amazing video as these whales play "like dolphins" in the wake of their boat.
From the author: "Enjoy & excuse all the screaming.. we were blessed & so lucky to witness these "large dolphins" at play!"
From the author: "Enjoy & excuse all the screaming.. we were blessed & so lucky to witness these "large dolphins" at play!"
Dog Weeps at Grave of Owner
Abie Rottenberg taught us years ago: "hippos have got hippopotamus feelings too."
As can be seen from the tombstone, the owner was a Jewish lady. My question is how does the dog know and understand the significance of the grave?
As can be seen from the tombstone, the owner was a Jewish lady. My question is how does the dog know and understand the significance of the grave?
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
The Orthobox || 2013 American Beatbox Championship
From the author: "Despite issues with the WBA, i was given more than enough reason by competitors and people from the WBA to enter again this year."
Victim Turns Table Against Robber
On Saturday, 4/27/13 at or about 5:05AM, the victim was walking in the 1900 block of Burgundy when he was approached by an unknown black male. The subject pointed a shotgun at the victim's face and stated give me your money. The victim disarmed the gunman and then chased him. Moments later the victim was approached by two black males in a black four door sedan (possibly a Honda Accord). The driver of the vehicle said to the victim "give me my gun back and I'll give you your phone that you dropped". The victim then used the shotgun to strike the rear windshield of the vehicle causing it to break. The two subjects then fled on Frenchmen to St. Claude and then unknown. The gunman was described as a black male, approximately 16-20 years of age, 6'00" tall with a thin build wearing a black hat and a black t-shirt.
MTA Group Sings "Bashanah Habaah"
The winning MTA Chorus performs at the 2013 V'ata Banim Shiru Chorus Competition.
MTA (Manhattan Talmudical Academy) also known as Yeshiva University High School for Boys, is the boys' prep school of Yeshiva University (YU) in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan.
MTA (Manhattan Talmudical Academy) also known as Yeshiva University High School for Boys, is the boys' prep school of Yeshiva University (YU) in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan.
Chummus is Conquering America!
The humble chickpea is having a heyday. But while demand for chickpeas and hummus is high, farmers are preparing themselves for a potential shortage. David Kesmodel of the Wall Street Journal has details.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Terror Stabbing Victim Evyatar Borovsky Funeral
Haifa, Israel - Evyatar Borovsky, 31, was laid to rest Tuesday evening. He was murdered by a Palestinian Authority resident terrorist, who stabbed him to death while he waited for a ride at the Tapuach Junction. Several hundred people attended the funeral.
Dramatic Footage Cargo Boeing 747 Crashes
A civilian cargo aircraft crashed at Bagram Air Field near the Afghan capital Kabul on Monday, killing all seven people aboard. The plane came down shortly after take-off and crashed within the boundaries of the US-run airbase, a NATO spokesperson at the base said. The Taliban quickly claimed responsibility for the crash, but the coalition dismissed the claim as "false" in a statement to AP. The cause of the crash is being investigated by emergency crews, but no sign of insurgent activity in the area was spotted at the time, the statement added.
Warning! Viewer discretion is advised.
Warning! Viewer discretion is advised.
Great Bit of Typing
For some strange reason the cameraman thought it was a good idea to zoom in... Just like a friend of mine me at work when his boss walks by.
Driver Leaps For His Life As Train Heads For Collision
Terrifying moment in which a head-on collision between a passenger train and a freighter was narrowly avoided, has been captured on camera, The spine-tingling incident occurred in Ontario, Canada where a full speed VIA train carrying commuters between Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto, met a stationary freight train in its path. Footage captured by a nearby spectator, shows the engineer of the passenger train jumping out of the locomotive cab in a bid to save his own life before the inevitable crash.
Oorah Live! 12 Guests 12 Free Laptops - ENDED
11:00am – Deli 52 Chef Demonstrates some of his world famous recipes 12:00pm – Victoria Dwek – Co-Author of "Made Easy" Cookbook Series -
1:00pm – Man On The Street LIVE! from 13th Ave.
2:00pm –Rabbi Maimon Elbaz, founder of Torah Shows
3:00pm – Rabbi Moshe Meir Weiss – Rav, Agudas Yisroel of Staten Island
4:00pm – Rabbi Moshe Elefant COO, Chief Rabbinic Coordinator, Orthodox Union
5:00pm - Fiveish!
6:00pm – Rabbi Yitzy Erps – World Renowned Master Storyteller, Author and Artist
7:00pm – World Famous Magician shows us how he does his tricks
8:00pm- Rabbi Dovid Goldwasser, Rav Khal Bnei Yitzchok, Renowned Author and Lecturer
9:00pm – Councilman David Greenfield – New York City Councilman
10:00pm – Yossi Green – Celebrity Jewish Composer
Hosted by Yossi Zweig of the Z Report
Yisoschor Guttman & Mezamrim "Rozo D'Shabbos"
Rozo D'Shabbos sung by Yisoschor Guttman and the Mezamrim Choir at the Sheva Brochos of Bonei Olam.
Albert Einstein Thanks YU in 1953 Video
In this 1953 video, Albert Einstein thanks the Yeshiva University for honoring him by using his name in connection to their new college of medicine.
Palestinian Kills Israeli Settler
A Palestinian man stabbed and shot dead an Israeli settler in the West Bank on Tuesday April 30 2013, It was the first time an Israeli has been killed by a Palestinian in the West Bank since 2011. Israeli media said the attacker was standing at a bus stop used by settlers, Israeli soldiers and Palestinians at a junction near the Palestinian city of Nablus. He then stabbed the settler, before seizing the man’s gun and shooting him. The Palestinian then began shooting at security services who arrived on the scene, Israeli police spokesman Mickey Rosenfeld said. He added that the man was in custody.
Yag Nisht Song by Motty Ilowitz - Amen Veamen - Vocal
Yag Nisht Song by Motty Ilowitz From Amen Veamen Vocal (2012) Presentation By Camp Arugas Habosem (Tzeilim)
Monday, April 29, 2013
Dessert in Space
Commander Chris Hadfield shares an astronaut's dessert with us. On the menu is floating chocolate pudding cake and coffee—served extra hot!
Join Oorah – 12 Exciting Guests 12 FREE Laptops
Twelve exciting Jewish personalities will be joining Oorah at Brooklyn’s Deli 52 tomorrow for Oorah’s Laptop Giveaway, the lead up event to the Oorah Auction. Hosted by media persona Yossi Zweig of “Z Report” fame, a new guest will put in an appearance every hour on the hour this Tuesday to choose another laptop/iPad winner.
Notable community leaders such as popular speaker and author Rabbi Moshe Meir Weiss and Brooklyn Councilman David Greenfield, distinguished politician and activist, will be putting in guest appearances. Other guests include Victoria Dweck, whose cookbooks are a staple of every kosher kitchen; the legendary Yossi Green, renowned composer of dozens of hit songs; a world-famous magician; Elchanan Schwartz, the talented voice behind Fiveish; and of course, Fiveish himself.
Donate to the Oorah Auction and take 50% off your Deli 52 order* all day! (That’s half price on your Deli 52 meal, besides for the chance to win dozens of luxury prizes!) With free balloons for the kids and Oorah reps on site to take Auction orders, there’s never been a better day to check out Boro Park’s favorite deli. Meet the prominent individuals who will be drawing laptop/iPad winners while enjoying 50% off your lunch or dinner. You may just walk away with a brand new laptop or iPad yourself! Special thanks go to Mr. Yoeli Berkowitz of Deli 52 for graciously hosting the Giveaway.
oorah.org/laptops. Donate a minimum of $40 to the Auction, and you stand to win both a laptop and an iPad! The giveaway will be streamed live on oorah.org/laptops from 11 am to 10 pm on Tuesday. Don’t miss it!
*up to $100
Notable community leaders such as popular speaker and author Rabbi Moshe Meir Weiss and Brooklyn Councilman David Greenfield, distinguished politician and activist, will be putting in guest appearances. Other guests include Victoria Dweck, whose cookbooks are a staple of every kosher kitchen; the legendary Yossi Green, renowned composer of dozens of hit songs; a world-famous magician; Elchanan Schwartz, the talented voice behind Fiveish; and of course, Fiveish himself.
Donate to the Oorah Auction and take 50% off your Deli 52 order* all day! (That’s half price on your Deli 52 meal, besides for the chance to win dozens of luxury prizes!) With free balloons for the kids and Oorah reps on site to take Auction orders, there’s never been a better day to check out Boro Park’s favorite deli. Meet the prominent individuals who will be drawing laptop/iPad winners while enjoying 50% off your lunch or dinner. You may just walk away with a brand new laptop or iPad yourself! Special thanks go to Mr. Yoeli Berkowitz of Deli 52 for graciously hosting the Giveaway.
oorah.org/laptops. Donate a minimum of $40 to the Auction, and you stand to win both a laptop and an iPad! The giveaway will be streamed live on oorah.org/laptops from 11 am to 10 pm on Tuesday. Don’t miss it!
*up to $100
The Moshe News 11
Woman falls out the window, Everyone is Engineer in Russia, Giant Flying Yellow chickens.
Lag Baomer 5773 Parades and Events
Mayan Yisroel's Lag Baomer Event 2013 in Brooklyn. There was lots of food, drinks, music, a parade with a marching band, acrobatic Rollerblading Stunt Show, story time with Rabbi Yitzy Erps, and a live concert with Dovid Stein, Benny Friedman, Mendy Worch, Boruch sholom Blesofsky, Nachas and Shea Rubenstein. There was standing room only.
Yaakov Shwekey at Aishel House Houston Texas - Chabad at the Texas Medical Center
Yaakov Shwekey at Aishel House Houston Texas - Chabad at the Texas Medical Center
Listen Up! Sings "One Day"
Chicago-based vocal band, Listen Up!, performs a Matisyahu's "One Day" and Jason Mraz ("I'm Yours") mash-up at the historic Skokie Theatre
The Closest of Close Calls
A Russian grandpa knocks out side-view mirror of an oncoming truck with his head and lives to tell the tale…
Warning! viewer discretion is advised.
Warning! viewer discretion is advised.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Lag Baomer 5773 At Kehilos Around the World
Thousands of Jews filled the streets at their neighborhoods late Saturday night April 27 2013, to celebrate the holiday of Lag Baomer. The event, marked with a large bonfire, song and dance, The evening celebrates the life and commemorate the death of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, who died in the second century.
Hadlukah At Gerrer Yeshiva In Boro Park
Hadlukah At Belz 43rd St. in Boro Park
Hadlukah At Gerrer Yeshiva In Boro Park
Hadlukah At Belz 43rd St. in Boro Park
MBD Sings At Schmeltzer Bar Mitzvah
Mordechai Ben David Singing at Lipa Schmeltzers sons Bar Mitzvah in Mount Fuji Hillburn, NY March 14 2013
Cantor Yaakov Rosenfeld - Sholem Aleichem
Sholem Aleichem Composed & produced by: Martin Widerker
Musical management,arranged & conducted by: Menachem Bristowski KHC Kehal chassidim choir
Lag Baomer Event With Shloime Gertner
Rabbi D Tugendhaft of Nishmas Yisroel in London presents Lag Baomer kumzitz Lekovod Hatanah Aloikei Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai. featuring Shloime Gertner and Yitzchak Fuchs and the Asaf Flumi Band at Hasmonean High School
Lag Baomer Hadlokas in New York
Thousands of Jews filled the streets of New York late Saturday night to celebrate Lag Baomer.The events marked with a large bonfire, song and dance, The evening celebrates the life and commemorate the death of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, who died in the second century. Below is videos from Crown Heights, Kiryas Yoel, Borough Park, Williamsburg and More
Niklesburg in Boro Park
Niklesburg in Boro Park
Rosenblatt Productions - Swing Time (1938)
Rosenblatt Productions Swing Time - "In The Mood" (1938) - Played at Ateres Avrohom April 9th 2013. Sound by Shy Clyman Custom Audio.
Hallel with Srully Williger & The Shira Choir
Srully Williger & The Shira Choir Davening Hallel With A Band.
Greenfeld & Shira An Aaron Teitelbaum Production
Yoely Greenfeld & Shira Choir Singing "Ov harachmim-Belz" Conducted by Yisroel Lamm On April 9 2013, In Lake Terrace-Lakewood New Jersey, An Aaron Teitelbaum Production
Dramatic End To High Speed Chase
(No Audio) A suspect is in custody after a dramatic end to a police pursuit in Los Angeles,CA on April 26 2013, The suspect can be seen rolling out of his car on the freeway and running from police. He then enters a stranger's home and appears to change clothes in an attempt to fool police
Eli Avidan "Keshehalev Bocheh"
עילי אבידני - כשהלב בוכה Israeli child solosit Eli Avidan "Keshehalev Bocheh." Iyar 5773/ April 2013.
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