Illuminations #190, a weekly publication by COLlive.com and DollarDaily.org: Rabbi Avremel and Mushky Zaltzman share stories and moments of Shlichus from Chabad of Smyrna Vinings, GA. Full Story
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Toronto Mesivta Bochurim Master Maseches Kesubos Baal Peh
Six bochurim from Toronto Mesivta have successfully completed the entire Maseches Kesubos Baal Peh Bivas Achas—an extraordinary achievement that highlights their diligence, consistency, and deep commitment to Torah.
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Kinus Hashluchim Banquet to Remain an Afternoon Event
Following positive feedback, the International Kinus HaShluchim Gala Banquet will once again be held on Sunday afternoon to allow maximum participation before evening travel. Full Story -

Benny Friedman is Back From the Cold (Sort of)
Can you picture Benny Friedman with a whitish beard in the cold woods? The star singer tells COLlive why it took so long to release a new album and shares his thoughts on using AI. Full Story, Video -

Don’t Let Social Media Script Your Relationships
Op-ed by therapist Frayda Kaplan: Social media is changing our conversations, and the consequences are felt in marriages, families, and friendships. Full Story -

Kinus Unites Mechanchim of 4 Yeshiva Divisions
Ahead of Shnas Halimudim 5786, a Mechanchim Kinus was held for 4 Mosdos: Cheder ‘Ohr Menachem,’ Yeshivas TTL Queens, Yeshivas TTL Poconos, and Chayolei Beis Dovid – Vocational Yeshiva to gear up, refresh, and grow their Chinuch repertoire.
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HaMesivta to Open Its Doors in Crown Heights
HaMesivta was built for exactly these bochurim. And beginning this school year, HaMesivta is moving to Crown Heights.
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CGI Chayolei Releases Single “A Memory”
CGI Chayolei has released a heartfelt song about the end of a beautiful summer, produced by Shneor Davidov and Eli Rimler, who also does vocals along with Avi Greenberg. Audio -

Igud Hamelamdim Morning Kollel Inspires Mechanchim
For two uplifting weeks, 25 dedicated Mechanchim immersed themselves in the Igud Hamelamdim Morning Kollel in Crown Heights, which began on the 15th of Menachem Av and concluded on Rosh Chodesh Elul.
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Oholei Torah Gears Up for 70th Year
As Oholei Torah enters the milestone year of their 70th anniversary, all the school’s Menahalim and Sganei Menahalim gathered for a leadership meeting to prepare for the upcoming year. Full Story