Shatnez at Emporio Men's Clothing ­

 

Shatnez Warning!

­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Further Concerns Regarding Shatnez at Emporio Men's Clothing ­   Emporio Men's Clothing has been closely monitored due to the repeated presence of shatnez in their garments.   Unfortunately, various incidents over the years have sparked notable halachic concerns in the community.   We recently issued an open letter to Emporio detailing clear steps to responsibly address these issues. Our goal is to promote transparency, accountability, and a genuine commitment to maintaining the standards valued by our community.   We are now facing another significant issue, possibly a worsening situation, as a Tino Cosma suit sold by Emporio contained wool and linen in the actual fabric. A customer wore this prohibited garment unknowingly for nearly a year. Photos of the worn Shatnez Tino Cosma suit are attached.   We strongly recommend that everyone who purchased Emporio garments have them checked for shatnez in a certified shatnez lab before wearing them. This precaution will prevent them from becoming a victim of Emporio, as evidenced by this latest incident.

Observation of interest- One that can't stop vaping, etc., generally also has issues with שמירת עניים

UPDATE: ADEIREI hatorah- All the "unsealed" food was at the display for hours with no Mashgiach- at 4:00 PM A fellow came with KCL stickers- all was שנתעלם

The OU would have had Mashgichim, sealed platters, etc.

 BRING YOUR OWN SANDWHICHES, GRILL CHICKEN, WRAPS, ETC

In UMAN, Scheiner finally got the Eidah of J-M.

 We may show the video if enough demand is made to kashrusy@aol.com

Shavers-Following is an English translation of the Nisan, 5768 Psak Din regarding electric shavers - Reb Moshe did not to want to write a teshuva on Shavers, as people would interpret it as a Heter!

 Following is an English translation of the Nisan, 5768 Psak Din regarding electric shavers signed by R’ Yosef Sholom Elyashiv, R’ Aharon Yehuda Leib Steinman, R’ Shmuel Halevi Wosner, R’ Michel Yehuda Lefkowitz, R’ Chaim Kanievsky, R’ Nissim Karelitz, R’ Shmuel Auerbach, R’ Noson Tzvi Finkel - zichronam l'vracha and 26 other litvish Roshei Yeshiva:

"THE SEVERE BREACH OF HALACHAH INVOLVED IN THE USE OF SHAVING MACHINES is well known to all. Their use was prohibited by our Rabbis, the Gedolim of the [previous] generation, including the Chofetz Chaim and the Chazon Ish. Moreover, this [prohibition applied] even to the shavers of many years ago [when the shavers were far more primitive and did not cut hair as close to the skin as modern shavers]. Today, the shavers have been enhanced [and cut much closer to the skin], and thus the halachic issues involved are far more severe. This was also the halachic ruling of our great teacher [the Steipler Gaon, R’ Yaakov Yisroel Kanievsky], the author of Kehilas Yaakov, zt’l, and of our great teacher, R’ Elazar M. Shach, zt’l. They would cite the ruling of the Chazon Ish who equated all shaving machines with a razor. For the Torah does not say: “Do not shave with a razor,” but rather “Do not destroy the edges of your beard.” Any shaving that destroys the beard is forbidden [as a razor], as is evident from Makkos 21a and Rambam, Hilchos Avodas Kochavim, ch. 12.

THEREFORE, USING ANY SHAVER that leaves the face smooth, even if it was used to remove only two hairs, violates the prohibition of “Do not destroy the edges of your beard.”
IT IS THUS OBVIOUSLY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL THE ROSHEI YESHIVA [heads of the yeshivos] to confront this issue and not allow shavers that leave the face smooth to be brought in [to the yeshiva premises]. This prohibition applies both to the one who shaves and the one who is shaven.

IT IS A GREAT MITZVAH TO STUDY THE SEFER TIFERES ODOM, authored by the Chofetz Chaim, zt’l, which focuses on strengthening the observance of this prohibition and explains the reward received in both this world and the next for its practice."
Rav Yosef Sholom Elyashiv zt’l, refused to sign this Psak Din in its original proposed wording, which indicated a “halachic concern.” He only agreed and signed it once the wording was changed to “a clear prohibition,” ("עד שיתוקן לאיסור 'ודאי' ולא בלשון 'חששא'") as is related in the authoritative collection of Rav Elyashiv’s halachic decisions Ashrei Ha’ish Y.D. p. 143

Rav Chaim Kanievsky when he was asked whether any shaving machine can be “kosher” :
"החזון איש אסר כל מכונה וכ"כ כל גדולי הדור"
“The Chazon Ish prohibited every [shaving] machine. ALL the Gedolim of our generation ruled similarly.”

In his sefer Emes l’Yaakov on Shulchan Aruch (Y.D. 181), Rav Yaakov Kamenetzky zt’l wrote (to his grandson) that there is no mesorah from the Rabbonim in America that can be relied upon to permit the use of electric shavers. To quote Rav Yaakov Kamenetzky zt’l:
"Regarding [the prohibition of using] machines for shaving [the beard], this is not just a chumra [halachic stringency] but a substantive [halachic] issue…. In fact, I do not know whether the great Torah authorities (Gedolim) of America [ever] explicitly permitted them. It is possible that they kept silent because no one asked them [their opinion], and they avoided the issue, knowing that their words would not be heeded. As for [any leniency] that has become accepted in past generations, it is a fact that over time there have been many improvements in the machines. It is possible that, as a result of these improvements, shaving with them has become prohibited [even according to the reasoning offered for that leniency]. Accordingly, in this case, it is difficult to rely on [any] tradition [to be lenient].... Indeed, [Rabbonim] should rule that it is not just a halachic stringency. If a young man wishes to be scrupulous and avoid using any shaving machine, his parents should not object to this and say that [their son] is just trying to find [superfluous] halachic stringencies."
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The issue of "lift and cut" in electric shavers is a major topic in halachic discussions regarding whether certain shavers violate the Torah prohibition of "lo sakifu"—the prohibition against shaving the beard with a razor (Vayikra 19:27).

Key Background

• The Torah prohibits shaving with a razor where the blade touches the skin and cuts the hair at the root.

• A "lift-and-cut" mechanism involves a dual-action system: one part lifts the hair, and the other cuts it below the skin surface, which resembles the action of a razor and is therefore problematic according to many Poskim.

• Permitted shavers are those that function like scissors (cutting above the skin) and do not have a “lift and cut” feature.

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Rabbi Shmuel Feurst's Position (Chicago)

Rabbi Shmuel Feurst permits only certain shavers. His psak, consistent with many other prominent poskim, is that any shaver with a "lift and cut" mechanism is forbidden, as it is halachically comparable to a razor.

Permitted Shavers (according to Rabbi Feurst and other major poskim):
These typically do not have a lift-and-cut mechanism:

• Panasonic Arc series (wet/dry models) – These use a foil system and do not have the rotary “lift and cut” blades.

• Certain foil shavers without a second cutting mechanism beneath the foil.

• Norelco OneBlade – This is often permitted, as it trims more like a trimmer/clipper, above the skin.

Shavers considered problematic:

• Philips Norelco rotary shavers with Lift-and-Cut (many 3-head rotary models) – These are generally assur.

• Braun rotary models with dual action (if they mimic lift-and-cut) – Need to be checked individually.

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 Summary Psak:

According to Rabbi Shmuel Feurst and others (including Rabbi Belsky zt”l, Rav Moshe Feinstein zt”l via talmidim):

• Lift-and-Cut = Assur

• Foil shavers acting like scissors = Mutar

• Shavers must be checked model-by-model.

Alert: VAPERS- PFT testing is a must- (The Chinese Government is killing and maiming the Americans by a very coordinated plan-VAPING)

 RWJ Barnabas Health Corporate Care - Lakewood 

Open now until 5:00 PM

Provides comprehensive PFT services including spirometry and respirator fit tests. Open Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Located at 1195 Route 70, Suite 1000.

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Specializes in pulmonary care and offers PFT services. Located at 456 Chestnut St, Suite 302. 

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Open now until 12:00 AM

Offers pulmonary rehabilitation programs with comprehensive evaluations by certified respiratory therapists. Located at 600 River Avenue.

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Islamic radicalism countries-They will have their chance- מה שיעשה הזמן וכו'

High to Very High Entrenchment of Radical Islam

Rank	Country	Notes
1	France	Hundreds of terror deaths, entrenched Salafi networks, urban no-go zones
2	Belgium	Molenbeek = ISIS hub, high number of fighters per capita
3	United Kingdom	London, Birmingham, Manchester have seen repeated jihadist attacks
4	Sweden	Large Salafi networks, failure to integrate in suburbs like Rinkeby
5	Germany	1,000+ ISIS recruits, radical mosques in major cities
6	Netherlands	Moderate-size radical base, active de-radicalization efforts
7	Austria	2020 Vienna attack, growing Salafi presence

 

“When Everyone is not Everyone”

 Synopsis of “When Everyone is not Everyone” by Shmuel Sackett

1. Background: Rising Tensions over Haredi IDF Draft

• The issue of drafting Haredim into the Israeli army has again reached national attention.

• The new IDF Chief-of-Staff, General Eyal Zamir, boldly declared: “Everyone will serve.”

• Protests, political posturing, and media incitement have heightened internal divisions.

2. The Reality: “Everyone” Doesn’t Mean Everyone

• General Zamir’s call for universal conscription is misleading; it targets Haredim exclusively.

• No one realistically advocates drafting all Israeli citizens—especially not Israeli Arabs.

3. The Toll on Reservists

• Israeli Jewish men aged 18–45 have borne the overwhelming burden of the war since October 7th.

• Many have served over 300 days, disrupting family life and exhausting reserves.

• As IDF operations intensify, even more of these men are being called up again.

4. Haredim Under Fire

• Critics argue Haredim benefit from the state (e.g., stipends, voting rights, education) without sharing military duties.

• The public resentment appears to be based on perceived inequity in national responsibility.

5. The Overlooked Population: Israeli Arabs

• Over 2 million Israeli Arab citizens—many of them healthy, strong, and fluent in Hebrew—are not conscripted.

• They also benefit from government services (education, stipends, voting) yet are never included in draft discussions.

6. The Trust Argument Doesn’t Hold Up

• The common excuse—that Arabs can’t be trusted with weapons—contradicts their integration into society:

  • Arab doctors treat Jewish patients.

  • Arabs work as engineers, drivers, chefs, and even police officers with firearms.

  • They’re already entrusted in sensitive civilian roles, so trust isn’t truly the issue.

7. The Real Target: Haredim, Not Equality

• The focus on drafting Haredim reveals societal resentment—not a true quest for equality.

• Haredim are seen as spiritually fulfilled, family-oriented, and less materialistic, provoking jealousy among secular Israelis.

• Their lower divorce rates, community safety, and Torah-centric lifestyle make them a cultural outlier.

8. The Military Reality: It’s Not About Manpower

• The IDF doesn’t actually need more soldiers—it needs a new strategy.

• The prolonged war results from poor tactical decisions, not Haredi exemption.

• Sackett argues: bomb Gaza buildings from the air rather than send in ground troops.

9. Torah Learning is a National Defense

• Haredim contribute through spiritual protection by learning Torah.

• But this must be taken seriously—Yeshivas and Kollels must adopt a 24/7 learning schedule with rotating shifts, no vacation breaks like Ben HaZmanim.

• Just as soldiers give full commitment, Torah learners must too.

10. Final Suggestion: True Equality or Stop Pretending

• If “everyone must serve,” then train Israeli Arabs from places like Taibe and Um-Al-Fahm for IDF service.

• Assign them to the dangerous missions—like clearing booby-trapped buildings—if the draft policy is truly about equality.

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Conclusion

Sackett asserts that the current draft debate is not about fairness or national security—it’s a targeted campaign against the Haredi community, driven by jealousy and double standards. True equality would mean drafting Israeli Arabs too—but no one dares suggest that. Until then, demanding more from Torah scholars while ignoring this contradiction is unjust and divisive.

Message: Am Yisrael needs both soldiers and scholars. Let’s be honest about who’s really being asked to serve—and why.

An Email re: Public letter to all

 Subject: Urgent: It's Time to Face Reality — and Act

Dear Rabbanim, Community Leaders, Mechanchim, and Fellow Yidden,

This is not a rant. This is our reality. Thousands of families in Klal Yisrael are drowning financially and emotionally — and we can no longer afford to stay silent.

We built an incredible post-war Torah world. It lifted generations and rebuilt what was lost. But today, that very system is crushing many of us. We need to take real, responsible action.

What can we do? A few necessary steps:

1. Financial Training – Every family should take financial education courses (such as through the OU). Basic financial literacy must become standard.

2. Live Within Our Means – We must stop pretending we can afford luxuries. Fancy weddings, designer shopping, and unnecessary spending are hurting us.

3. Responsible Tzedakah – Tzedakah should go to those making an effort to help themselves. No $12,000 chasuna checks for those buying diamond rings or ignoring budgeting programs.

4. No Party Planners, No vorts (just a li'chaim), No catered Sheva Brochos.

5. Smaller weddings- no real flowers, one piece band, etc.

6. Shop Smart – Yes, it may be less convenient, but shopping smarter can save 30–50%. It’s worth it.

7. Close Overseas Seminaries – It’s an unsustainable luxury. Let’s be honest.

8. Buchurim should not go to Eretz Yisroel before getting married.

9. Job Shidduchim – Each shul should designate two members to connect job seekers with opportunities, and coordinate with others.

10. Expand to Affordable Areas – Communities must grow beyond current borders. Yeshivos should lead this by planting yungerleit in out-of-town areas to make them viable.

11. Daven for Siyata D’Shmaya – None of this can succeed without tefillah.

12. All Kolel couples should go after the wedding to an out of town kolel for 4-5 years. 

But that’s not enough. We need to re-examine the entire path we’re pushing our sons toward.

Today, nearly every boy is expected to learn in yeshiva and kollel indefinitely — whether or not it suits him. The pressure starts in 6th grade. If he isn’t a future gadol, he's seen as a disappointment.

We’ve created a system where:

• Parents are financially burdened for decades.

• Young couples are dependent on family and communal support.

• Boys delay life planning — no parnassah path, no financial preparation.

• Marriage is entered with no readiness for real-world responsibility.

This is not sustainable. It’s not how Klal Yisrael always lived.

Even Gedolim of the past often worked. Torah and parnassah were partners, not enemies. Let’s bring that back.

We must begin encouraging:

• Earlier marriage (18–20) for many boys.

• Entry into the workforce with dignity.

• A model where the top learners continue long-term, and others build Torah lives with work and avodas Hashem.

It is honorable to be a working baal habayis who learns daily, gives generously, and raises ehrliche children. That must once again become the norm.

Our current path is no longer working. Let’s stop pretending.

We need leadership. We need honesty. And we need the courage to do what’s right — not what’s popular.

With sincerity and love for Torah and Am Yisrael,
A Yid who sees what’s coming

A New York Assisted Suicide bill must be defeated now.

https://daattorah.blogspot.com/2025/05/stop-assisted-suicide-s138-in-ny-senate.html

 בס"ד

May 5, '25/  Achrei-Mos Kedoshim 5785

"Lo Sa'amod All Dam Rei'echa" (Kedoshim 19:16)

¶¶¶ Urgent Public Alert: ¶¶¶

Re: Stop Assisted Suicide S138 in NY Senate, ASAP

To All New Yorkers, and anyone else in contact with them:

Rav Shamshon R. Hirsch (d. 1888 CE) ZY"A taught us: The Truth never lost due to its opposition. The only times Truth has lost beyond recall were when its' advocates failed to properly articulate it and fight for it (see Collected Writings, vol.6, p.104).] One relevant example is lethal "Assisted Suicide" legislation, which preventably passed in NJ about seven years ago - by one single vote in each house of the Legislature.

Serving as a Shelucha DeRabbonon on this for many years, I ask you to publicize that in the wake of passage of Assisted Suicide by the NY  Assembly last week 81-67, we must unrelentingly fight it in the State Senate, where we have a fighting chance. This bill, S138, would enable doctors to give poison to "terminally" ill people who allegedly want to kill themselves.  This is state-sanctioned shefichus domim - downright murder. It would also invariably result in many others being killed as well 

Therefore, in line with the repeatedly published Psak (Rabbinical statement) against all forms of Assisted Suicide legislation (attached, and available on request - text 845-642-1679), which has been signed by a broad range of Gedolei Rabbonim, every voting-age New Yorker is urged to tell their own State Senator the following:

"Assisted Suicide is Assisted Murder, and that's what the legislators are supporting by allowing S138 to pass. Please vote and lobby against this barbaric bill."

For anyone who's senator is considering voting for this bill, please add:

"IF you would vote for this deadly bill, we will vote against you, even if you direct taxpayer money to our community organizations."

If you don't know who your legislators are, just call the NY Senate Switchboard: 518-455-2800, 9am-5pm.

Secondly, please urge all Democratic state senators not yet sponsoring this bill to oppose it (for a list, see below, or email TorahJewsForDecency@gmail.com) - since passage of this bill would ultimately result in the killing of many people who never wanted to die, including those incapable of making such decisions. 

Thirdly, urge all Republican state senators you can to actively expose the deceptive deadliness of this bill -- even according to the standards of those who support helping kill people who truly wish to kill themselves.

Do not be sidetracked by claims of various (flimsy) protections in the bill. All of them can be removed quietly within a few years. In fact, their presence in the bill actually makes it easier to pass it, R"L.

Now is the time to act decisively. The Orthodox Union, Agudath Israel, and Rabbinical Alliance of America all came out against this bill. All Orthodox leaders, advocates, and politicians need remember:

"יש קונה עולמו בשעה אחת"

עבודה זרה י"ז  --

Shatnez Alert

 

Strawberries- The ONLY ones that are reliable as insect free, is the KOSHER GARDEN Brand

 Strawberries remain "Muchzak bi'toliyim" even after cutting off the top and soaking in a soap/vinegar solution and rinsing/washing well under a strong stream of water 

Why are so many Lakewood Yungerleit carrying and pushing strollers in Lakewood on Shabbos

Why are so many Bnei Torah and choshuve Lakewood Youngerleit carry and go with carriages and strollers on Shabbos. It seems it increased exponentially since they started putting up signs in the last few years than one should not carry in the Eruv on shabbos.

 1. Halachic Background:

Lakewood's Eruv has long been subject to serious halachic debate, particularly among senior poskim such as:

• Rav Aharon Kotler zt”l was opposed to making an Eruv in Lakewood.
• Rav Shneur Kotler zt”l and Rav Matisyahu Salomon shlita maintained that the Eruv should not be relied upon.

Lakewood's Eruv is based on leniencies regarding:

• Whether the streets meet the halachic status of a reshus harabbim d’Oraisa.
• The acceptability of tzuras hapesach (posts and wires).
• Gaps in fencing or natural borders, etc.

 2. Why Do So Many Use It Anyway?

Despite the strong halachic resistance by many Roshei Yeshiva and local Rabbanim, more and more families do rely on it. Here are key reasons:

 A. Alternative Halachic Rulings Exist

• Some reputable Eruv experts and Rabbanim permit its use and even maintain it l’mehadrin.
• Baalei battim and even some yungerleit follow poskim outside BMG (e.g., the Eruv in Flatbush is also controversial but widely used).

 B. Practical Pressure

• Young families with many children, especially when both parents go to shul or for meals, feel a strong need for strollers and diaper bags.
• Some rationalize: “If I don't carry, I can't go to shul, or my wife will be stuck home.”

 C. Social Shifts

• Once more people were seen using the Eruv, social pressure flipped. Early users may have felt awkward, but now non-users feel they’re the minority in many neighborhoods.
• Families moving in from other cities with established Eruvin (Monsey, Baltimore, etc.) often come with a default of using it.

 D. Lack of Clear Messaging

• Many young families were never told clearly why not to use the Eruv, or believe it's a personal stringency and not a communal standard.
• Some may be unaware that their Rebbeim do not rely on it.

 3. The Effect of the Signs

Why did use increase after the signs went up?

Many never realized that there was an Erev in Lakewood, but when they see signs about the Erev, they don’t read the entire sign, just the part that there is an Erev.

• Backfire effect: Signs sometimes generate curiosity or a reaction of independence. ("Why are they pushing this so hard?")
• Polarization: It drew attention to the machlokes, and some decided to "side with the lenient view."
• Visibility: More people realized “everyone else is doing it,” even among Bnei Torah.
• Desensitization: Once people saw choshuve families with strollers and bags, the social hesitancy to carry faded.

 4. The Reality Today

• Many choshuve yungerleit carry not because they believe it's 100% mutar, but because they feel stuck between values and realities.
• Others genuinely rely on heterim from Rabbanim they trust.
• Some don’t realize it’s still a serious issue to many Gedolim in Lakewood.

 In Summary:

It’s a complex mix of halachic leniencies, practical pressures, and changing communal norms. But just because “many are doing it” does not mean it’s right or acceptable in the eyes of all poskim — especially those connected to the  mesorah.

 

FDA recently banning several artificial food dyes (e.g., Red No. 3)- kashrus concerns?

 With the FDA recently banning several artificial food dyes (e.g., Red No. 3), manufacturers are increasingly turning to natural alternatives — some of which may present kashrus concerns, particularly for ingredients derived from insects or non-kosher animals. Here’s a breakdown of what’s likely ahead and what kosher consumers should watch for:

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1. Common Natural Food Coloring Replacements

As artificial dyes are phased out, here are natural colorants that may become more common:

✅ Kosher-Suitable Natural Sources

These are generally considered acceptable with proper supervision:

• Beet juice (red/pink)

• Turmeric (yellow)

• Paprika or annatto (orange/yellow; needs hashgacha due to extraction concerns)

• Spinach extract or chlorophyll (green)

• Grape skin extract or elderberry (purple)

• Carrot juice, pumpkin extract (orange)

Each of these may still require kosher certification, especially for commercial use, due to processing equipment and potential additives.

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2. Problematic Natural Sources (Likely to Rise in Use)

These are of concern for kashrus reasons:

❌ Cochineal / Carmine (E120)

• Source: Ground up cochineal insects.

• Color: Deep red/pink.

• Kashrus Status: Not kosher. Considered non-kosher insect-derived and completely assur (prohibited).

• Use cases: Yogurts, beverages, candies, juices, lipstick, and more.

• Likelihood of resurgence: High. It's a stable, vibrant, natural red dye — likely to replace Red No. 3 in non-kosher or poorly supervised products.

❌ Shellac / Resinous Glaze

• Source: Secretions from the lac insect.

• Use: Shiny coating on candies (e.g., jelly beans, chocolate lentils), pills, and fruits.

• Kashrus Status: Controversial. Some hold it is not kosher; others are lenient in non-food use. Major kashrus agencies tend to avoid it or certify only synthetic alternatives.

• Likelihood of use: Medium to high, especially in confectionery and pill coatings.

❌ Bone Char / Animal Carbon

• Use: Filtering agent in sugar refining (not a coloring agent, but relevant in processing).

• Source: Animal bones, often non-kosher.

• Kashrus Status: Usually avoided by reliable hashgachas. Some leniencies exist under specific conditions, but consumers rely on certified sugar to avoid issues.

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3. Regulatory and Marketing Influence

• "Natural" marketing claims often lead manufacturers to prefer animal/insect-based colorants like carmine, as these are perceived as healthier alternatives to synthetic dyes.

• Vegans and vegetarians are also pushing for plant-based replacements — which ironically helps the kosher consumer, as companies often label "carmine-free" or "insect-free" for these markets.

• Kashrus agencies are well aware of these shifts and are increasingly vigilant, especially in health food sectors, natural candies, beverages, and supplements.

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4. What Should Kosher Consumers Watch For?

📌 Label Red Flags:

• “Carmine,” “cochineal extract,” or “E120” – avoid.

• “Natural color” – vague term; may include insect-based dyes. Always look for certification.

• “Resinous glaze,” “confectioner’s glaze” – may refer to shellac.

• Products with a natural or organic label but no hashgacha are not automatically kosher.

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Summary

As artificial dyes are banned, the use of natural alternatives — including insect-based and animal-derived colorants — will likely increase, especially in non-certified products. For the kosher consumer, this means greater vigilance is necessary, particularly regarding red and shiny colorings in foods and pills. The kosher industry is adapting, but consumers should always look for proper certification and avoid relying on ingredient lists alone.

Reb Shrage Feivel Mendelowitz, Zt"l

Alert: Freeze dried fruit, i.e. raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc. may be treated with ascorbic acid that is not kosher Li 'Pesach

 Fruits that were dried for 12 months do not have a concern of infestation, as the insects became dried out to a moisture content of 10-15% on average.

Fruits, i/e. raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, etc. that are freeze-dried are dried to a 1-4% moisture, therefore there should not be issue of infestation.

You should install A.S.A.P. a dual or triple lens dashcam ASAP, and avoid many legal issues, i.e. false cell phone tickets

The police were funded by the State of New Jersey to increase tickets for cell phones and seat belt.

It's well known that many false tickets are given for cellphones.

without an installed  dual lens DASH-CAM, you'll likely get a ticket.

Shatnez Warning!

 Vaad L'Mishmeres Shatnez-Tue, Apr 1 at 2:12 PM-ניסן תשפ"ה

 Shatnez discovered in woolen sweater

 Dear Concerned Yidden,

 We want to bring your attention to an important update following our recent notice about children’s clothing. Reports have now surfaced of adults potentially unknowingly wearing garments containing shatnez.

 Suits, coats, sweaters, and other wool-blend clothing, including those from prominent brands, are particularly at risk. Alarmingly,  a certain Diane von Furstenberg sweater have been found to contain a linen running stitch. Rabbi Yosef Sayagh, a leading shatnez expert, has indicated that all such sweaters should be presumed to contain shatnez.​

 While a random thread in the seams of one sweater might not appear in another, intentionally used linen stitching indicates that all similar sweaters are affected. This makes the situation especially serious.

  Consider this: if this were an issue of chametz before Pesach, there would be an immediate and widespread product recall. Why has awareness and observance of the mitzvah of shatnez fallen so far behind? Imagine sitting at the Seder in a home meticulously prepared to be chametz-free, every crumb removed—only to be wearing a shatnez sweater. Hard to believe? Tragically, for many uninformed consumers, this could be a reality.

 Attached are pictures detailing this discovery. We strongly encourage everyone to have their clothing checked, including woolen sweaters, by a certified shatnez tester without delay.

  May we all merit to fulfill this mitzvah with care and dedication.

 Did you know....The דבר שמואל states in תשובה קעח that those in positions of Rabbinical authority must examine all types of garments and inform the public about shatnez concerns. He mentions that the של"ה הקדוש did so in his ספר, and alerted the public to shatnez garments. You can view the דבר שמואל by clicking here.

 

 

 

ALERT- Shatnez Warning!

 Shatnez being found in Armando Martillo boy's suits

Armando Martillo boys' suits have once again been found to contain shatnez, a concern that first came to light three years ago and appears to persist even today. Alarmingly, many consumers remain unaware that polyester suits can also include shatnez. Despite this, the Jewish owner based in Canada has declined to issue a recall.

A troubling number of these suits have been confirmed to contain linen scraps (as shown in the picture). When paired with the wool incorporated into the jacket's inner components, this creates a significant shatnez issue, especially for children who might unknowingly wear these suits during Pesach.

These findings point to two potential scenarios: either a new batch of suits is being manufactured with the same shatnez issue, or older suits are still circulating, further perpetuating this risk.

To make matters even more concerning, multiple organizations are distributing these shatnez-laden suits for free, potentially spreading the issue unknowingly to recipients.

Did you know....

 The דבר שמואל states in תשובה קעח that those in positions of Rabbinical authority must examine all types of garments and inform the public about shatnez concerns. He mentions that the של"ה הקדוש did so in his ספר, and alerted the public to shatnez garments. 

Evergreen Shopping center, Route #9 Lakewood, NJ was obligated to install a traffic light, which was never installed-there were numerous tragedies- everyone is obligated APH to sue

It was the responsibilty of the contractor to have a trafdfic light installed prior to opening the shopping center. It was not a DOT obligation. The Township should have the contractor hire police 24/7 to direct traffic until the traffic light is installed and functioning.

Nuts factory Hashgocha finally removed

 https://vinnews.com/2025/03/16/kosher-certification-revoked-from-nuts-factory/

ALDI’S FRESH FARM-RAISED SALMON

 ALDI’S FRESH FARM-RAISED SALMON that is plain, unseasoned and vacuum-sealed and has skin / scales on one side is acceptable even without certification. 

[“Farm-Raised” is stated in fine print on the back.] 

This includes Aldi’s Atlantic Salmon Portion and Fillet, Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Portion, and Coho Salmon Portion. 

Some packages occasionally appear without any skin.  One should check each package for skin before purchasing.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A9183

OU Kosher Advisory Leroux Liqueurs

 OU Kosher Advisory Leroux Liqueurs

March 6, 2025: Leroux Liqueur has not been certified as kosher for quite a while. Old kosher product has tinted glass, the font of the word Leroux in one way, and diagonal shoulder. Bears on OU. Non-kosher product has clear bottle, different font, and round shulder, no OU.

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August 31, 2023 from the OU:

Following the acquisition of the Leroux liqueur brand by Phillips Distilling Company, Leroux liqueurs will no longer be certified by the Orthodox Union and will not bear the OU symbol.

From the Dallas K: For those of you who like Leroux liquor this is bad news! Now is the time to stock up!
Products bearing the OU are still acceptable.

The previous item can be cited with the URL: https://www.kashrut.com/Alerts/?alert=A8610

Ice cream House-Lakewood, NJ-

 From an Email received

"I was just there and one of the cashiers is wearing short sleeves!! 

For a Chasidish owned place  this is terrible!"

ALERT: Brown Eggs- Kashrus dilemma

 Brown Eggs have a tendency to have more blood spots, brown or red. At times they have what is called in Yiddish a "gersh'tel", also a problem.

Very often they are Cage-free, and there are roosters.

The blood-spots are a ד'אוריתא.

All Amish country eggs have roosters.

Usually at least 3-5 eggs out of a dozen have an serious kashrus issue- THEREFORE COOKING THEM AND NOT CHECKING IS not compliant with THE HALACHA.

There is no Heter for a Non-frum to check eggs, even if they get paid for every one they find.

living financially for the Frum family

https://www.livinglchaim.com/koshermoney/episode/2a0722e2/the-hasidic-man-with-a-money-warning-for-jewish-families 

UPDATE: CRC Hisachdus Alert- Glicks Parve chocolate had some dairy ones mixed in-The Mashgiach was "pre-occupied" with other interests- If he came at all!!

 CRC Hisachdus has had numerous Parve/Dairy issues the past few years.

CRC/ Hisachdus Parve Chocolate from an East Greenville, PA manufacturer, which should be listed always as Dairy.

Their Pesach Chocolate made at the Barton's while chocolate covered Matzo was being made side by side.

CRC/ Hisachdus- Glicks Parve/Dairy chocolate made in Turkey- The Mashgiach was not doing his job. There were other distractions.

CRC/Hisachdus Bakeries often (we know of 3 times in the past year) send Dairy/Parve Danishes to caterers and affairs in not properly marked boxes and the Dairy ones were served after Fleshing's.

CRC/Hisachdus for years did a  Lakewood production of "Parve" Chocolate in a facility that does Cholov Akum - with no Mashgiach at all.

ETC

Turkish fake honey production on the rise

 https://www.dw.com/en/turkish-fake-honey-on-the-rise/a-71626685

The biggest Holocaust ever, is taking place in Israel by the Israeli leftist, chilonim, etc. Their fake Concerns about the Hostages?, only to take down the BIBI Government!

PS -Stop the Abortions, you'll have 30,000 soldiers annually, without the Chareidim at all.

Note: In the army, it's 100% abortions!

 Given Data:

• Jewish births (mostly by the frum) in Israel in 2021: Approximately 135,639
• Legal abortions in Israel (mostly by chilonim) in 2021: Approximately 16,508 (99.5% of 16,591)
• Estimated illegal abortions in Israel: Approximately 15,000
• Arabs don't allow abortions

Total Abortions (Legal + Illegal):

$$16,508+15,000=31,508$$

Ratio of Jewish Births to Total Abortions:

$$\text{Ratio} = \frac{\text{Jewish births}}{\text{Total abortions}} = \frac{135,639}{31,508} \approx 4.3$$

Percentage of Abortions Compared to Jewish Births:

To calculate the percentage of abortions relative to Jewish births:

$$\text{Percentage} = \left(\frac{\text{Total abortions}}{\text{Jewish births}}\right) \times 100 = \left(\frac{31,508}{135,639}\right) \times 100 \approx 23.2\%$$

Final Results:

• There are approximately 4.3 Jewish births from the Frum for every abortion (legal and illegal) mostly from the Chilonim.
• Abortions account for approximately 23.2% of Jewish births in Israel.

When they scream דעת תורה, I don't know what it is, but דעת תורה it definitely isn't. Bi'shaim Reb Dovid Soloveitchik, Z"L

Others are looking to put together Chaburos for Matzos at East Kennedy Bobov Bakery, we observed many bakeries, and we think that East Kennedy Bobov ranks above

 AT BOBOV IT WAS CHECKED WITH A MOISTURE METER, 18%-+ as a DOUGH, 1-2% right OUT OF THE OVEN, NOBODY COMES CLOSE TO THAT- GET YOUR REJECTORS AWAY FROM THE OVEN- ABOUT TIME, uNLESS YOU WANT TO WEAR AN APRON AND LOOK LIKE A ROSH YESHIVA AT MATZO BAKING-IT WON'T GET YOU A SHTELLAR.