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Magen David Adom has prioritized the task of placing defibrillators in public spaces throughout Israel. Already, thousands have been installed around the country. Defibrillators can be operated without medical training and are intended to save lives in the event of a heart attack until emergency crews arrive.

MTA (Yeshiva University High School for Boys) is excited to announce new faculty positions for the upcoming year, as the yeshivah continues to build its commitment to academics, Torah programming, and student life.

Last Sunday evening, Kehilas Torah Temima (KTT) in Kew Gardens Hills was filled with laughter and tears as it hosted its annual barbecue. A bittersweet event, this year’s barbecue honored Rabbi Elan and Rebbetzin Elisheva Segelman for their contribution to KTT and the greater Queens community, as well as bid them farewell in anticipation of their upcoming move to Los Angeles.

The students of Ezra Academy are an exceptional group of people. Whether one looks to the current population or alumni or incoming freshmen, the special neshamot that attend school at Ezra are unique.

It’s been a summer of learning, spirituality, and friendship for Emet Outreach students who attended the eight-week cross-campus Emet Leader’s Fellowship. Over 60 participants, from schools like Queens College, Baruch College, St. John’s University, Adelphi University, and Touro College, enhanced their summer break with weekly classes at Congregation Beth Gavriel in Forest Hills. These sessions provided an introduction to Judaism and were directed by Rabbi Reuven Kigel, Emet Campus Director, and a lineup of other dynamic Emet educators. The culmination of this program, like all fellowships, was a spectacular Shabbaton, with the added excitement of a full weekend retreat. The weekend was a joint effort between Emet and the Emet Student Association at Queens College.

On Sunday evening, August 15, Rabbi Uri Lati, well-known teacher and speaker, spoke about Elul. He shared that some people find the word Elul is hard. They are very critical of themselves. “The purpose of Elul is to get closer to the Creator.” Those who are self-critical want to avoid Elul. Before we try to fix ourselves, we have to understand ourselves and to have a healthy sense of self.