Ruchie Freier, First: Chassidic Woman Elected To Be NY Civil Court Judge
The Hon. Judge Rachel “Ruchie” Freier made history this week as the first Chassidic woman ever to be elected to take the bench in New York Civil Court.
Date Set For Questioning of Julian Assange Over Rape Allegation
Ecuador has set a date for the questioning of Julian Assange over a Swedish rape allegation, a move that could end a four-year-long deadlock ever since the WikiLeaks founder took refuge in Ecuador’s London embassy.
DNA Expert Barred From Testifying For Orthodox Jewish Man Accused of Gang Assault GAY Black Man In Williamsburg
A Brooklyn judge has given the lawyer for an Orthodox Jewish man on trial for gang assault more time for an expert witness to challenge prosecutors’ key evidence in the case.
Who Is Lev Tahor Cult?
Last week Lev Tahor, a small ultra-Orthodox sect that has become a reluctant globe-trotter, found itself challenged in its most recent refuge Guatemala.
US Kids’ Clothing Store Defends ‘Anti-Haredi’ Return Policy
On Wednesday, JTA reported that Shan and Toad, a high-end children’s clothing retailer, had a very specific return policy: Customers could return non-sale items for a full refund — except for residents of five communities in New York and New Jersey, all of which have a significant Orthodox population.
What We Know About The Probe Into Mayor Bill De Blasio’s Fundraising
Mayor de Blasio gave a retired NYPD official a plum post in his administration after getting a call from a shady businessman who told Hizzoner the appointment would be a personal favor.
Israeli Spy Satellite Ofek 11 ‘Not Working As Expected’
The Ofek 11 military spy satellite launched on Tuesday from Palmachim Airbase in central Israel has encountered significant difficulties, the Defense Ministry and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), which made the satellite, said hours after the launch.
NSA Chief: Spy Agencies Concerned About Possible U.S. Election Hacks
Washington – American intelligence agencies are concerned about reports that foreign governments may be attempting to undermine the Nov. 8 U.S. elections through cyber attacks, Admiral Mike Rogers, the director of the National Security Agency, said on Tuesday.
Jerusalem – Israel’s Shimon Peres Hospitalized, On Respirator After Stroke
The 9th President of Israel, Shimon Peres, suffered a stroke this evening (Tuesday) and was rushed to the Chaim Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer Hospital.