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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Conservative peer accused of using antisemitic tropes in Lords debate

Antisemitic tropes persist in political discourse, as shown by Lord Hamilton's controversial remarks about funding a Holocaust memorial.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Adrienne Adams is in thrall to the antisemitic left - and unfit to be our mayor

Adrienne Adams is expected to enter the 2025 NYC Mayoral Race amidst rising antisemitism and criticism of current Mayor Eric Adams.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

NYC precinct council prez Robert Josman resigns after fury over removing Israeli hostage posters

A community council president resigned after removing Israeli hostage posters, drawing accusations of antisemitism.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago

ADL reports surge in antisemitism

New York State experiences the highest number of antisemitic incidents in the U.S., with Brooklyn being a significant contributor.
Right-wing politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Israeli antisemitism forum sparks debate on Europe's right-wing ties

The International Conference on Combating Antisemitism sparked controversy with the participation of right-wing politicians and significant boycotts from leading Jewish figures.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's Fight Against Antisemitism Has Become Fraught for Many Jews

Rabbi Brous warns against the Trump administration's tactics using Jewish safety as a guise, claiming it harms rather than protects the community.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Conservative peer accused of using antisemitic tropes in Lords debate

Antisemitic tropes persist in political discourse, as shown by Lord Hamilton's controversial remarks about funding a Holocaust memorial.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Adrienne Adams is in thrall to the antisemitic left - and unfit to be our mayor

Adrienne Adams is expected to enter the 2025 NYC Mayoral Race amidst rising antisemitism and criticism of current Mayor Eric Adams.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

NYC precinct council prez Robert Josman resigns after fury over removing Israeli hostage posters

A community council president resigned after removing Israeli hostage posters, drawing accusations of antisemitism.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago

ADL reports surge in antisemitism

New York State experiences the highest number of antisemitic incidents in the U.S., with Brooklyn being a significant contributor.
Right-wing politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Israeli antisemitism forum sparks debate on Europe's right-wing ties

The International Conference on Combating Antisemitism sparked controversy with the participation of right-wing politicians and significant boycotts from leading Jewish figures.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Trump's Fight Against Antisemitism Has Become Fraught for Many Jews

Rabbi Brous warns against the Trump administration's tactics using Jewish safety as a guise, claiming it harms rather than protects the community.
more#antisemitism
#crown-heights
fromAlgemeiner.com
5 months ago
New York City

Suspect Remanded Without Bail for Attempted Kidnapping of Jewish Boy in New York City

A man charged with attempting to abduct a Jewish child in Brooklyn will remain in jail until his next court hearing.
fromAlgemeiner.com
18 hours ago
Brooklyn

NYC Police Head Off Anti-Zionist Protest After Black Residents Urged to 'Rise Up Against' Orthodox Jews

Anti-Israel protests heightened tensions in Crown Heights, prompting significant police presence to protect the local Jewish community.
fromThe Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
1 day ago
NYC LGBT

NYC Radicals threaten to 'flood' Crown Heights and 'rise up' against Chabad

Crown Heights protests highlighted tensions between anti-Israel activists and Jewish community, with police intervening to prevent violence.
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 day ago
Black Lives Matter

Heavy police presence blocks anti-Israel protest in Brooklyn from reaching Crown Heights - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Protesters planned an anti-Zionist demonstration in Brooklyn that ultimately did not reach the targeted neighborhood due to police intervention.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago
NYC politics

Chaos at Chabad headquarters over controversial Israeli minister's visit

Protests erupted in Crown Heights against far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir, resulting in violence and arrests.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Crown Heights mourns community leader

Menachem Raitport, a community-respected kosher butcher, died tragically in a car accident while driving home from Florida.
New York City
fromAlgemeiner.com
5 months ago

Suspect Remanded Without Bail for Attempted Kidnapping of Jewish Boy in New York City

A man charged with attempting to abduct a Jewish child in Brooklyn will remain in jail until his next court hearing.
fromAlgemeiner.com
18 hours ago
Brooklyn

NYC Police Head Off Anti-Zionist Protest After Black Residents Urged to 'Rise Up Against' Orthodox Jews

Anti-Israel protests heightened tensions in Crown Heights, prompting significant police presence to protect the local Jewish community.
fromThe Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
1 day ago
NYC LGBT

NYC Radicals threaten to 'flood' Crown Heights and 'rise up' against Chabad

Crown Heights protests highlighted tensions between anti-Israel activists and Jewish community, with police intervening to prevent violence.
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 day ago
Black Lives Matter

Heavy police presence blocks anti-Israel protest in Brooklyn from reaching Crown Heights - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Protesters planned an anti-Zionist demonstration in Brooklyn that ultimately did not reach the targeted neighborhood due to police intervention.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago
NYC politics

Chaos at Chabad headquarters over controversial Israeli minister's visit

Protests erupted in Crown Heights against far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir, resulting in violence and arrests.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Crown Heights mourns community leader

Menachem Raitport, a community-respected kosher butcher, died tragically in a car accident while driving home from Florida.
more#crown-heights
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
1 day ago

Miami Jewish community marks Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day

The 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation emphasizes the importance of Holocaust remembrance and honoring survivors.
#police-investigation
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Man arrested as Jewish Golders Green businesses targeted in 'potential hate crime'

An arrest was made following incidents targeting Jewish-owned businesses, with ongoing investigations into potential hate crimes.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Cops probing threats, harassment against 2 women during protest outside NYC synagogue after vile video circulates online

Police are investigating harassment and threats against women during a protest outside a Brooklyn synagogue.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Man arrested as Jewish Golders Green businesses targeted in 'potential hate crime'

An arrest was made following incidents targeting Jewish-owned businesses, with ongoing investigations into potential hate crimes.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Cops probing threats, harassment against 2 women during protest outside NYC synagogue after vile video circulates online

Police are investigating harassment and threats against women during a protest outside a Brooklyn synagogue.
more#police-investigation
#anti-semitism
NYC politics
fromJewish Insider
2 months ago

Schumer condemns anti-Israel protests and assault of Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn

Senators and local leaders condemned recent protests in Brooklyn for anti-Semitic violence and rhetoric targeting the Orthodox Jewish community.
fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Mayor Adams makes surprise visit to JCC during 16th annual Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards

Mayor Eric Adams supported the Jewish community at the Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards, honoring women's leadership in Staten Island.
NYC politics
fromJewish Insider
2 months ago

Schumer condemns anti-Israel protests and assault of Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn

Senators and local leaders condemned recent protests in Brooklyn for anti-Semitic violence and rhetoric targeting the Orthodox Jewish community.
fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

Mayor Adams makes surprise visit to JCC during 16th annual Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards

Mayor Eric Adams supported the Jewish community at the Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards, honoring women's leadership in Staten Island.
more#anti-semitism
fromThe Forward
5 days ago
NYC politics

In NYC, Itamar Ben-Gvir says he's changed - and wants 'the Trump plan' in Gaza

Itamar Ben-Gvir faced protests in the U.S. while promoting controversial plans for Palestinians, dismissing arrest concerns for international law violations.
#community-safety
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

Met bans pro-Palestine march from gathering outside BBC headquarters

Scotland Yard banned a pro-Palestine march near a synagogue to prevent disruption during Shabbat services.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Outrage as swastikas painted in children's play area at popular north London park

Hackney's Mayor condemns hate crime graffiti in local park, affirming the community's commitment to safety for children and families.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
London

Met bans pro-Palestine march from gathering outside BBC headquarters

Scotland Yard banned a pro-Palestine march near a synagogue to prevent disruption during Shabbat services.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Outrage as swastikas painted in children's play area at popular north London park

Hackney's Mayor condemns hate crime graffiti in local park, affirming the community's commitment to safety for children and families.
more#community-safety
#politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Absurd' NJ pols schedule primaries during holy Jewish holiday, angry religious groups demand change: 'This is a no-brainer'

New Jersey's June primary elections are scheduled on Shavuot, prompting calls from Jewish leaders to change the date to avoid disenfranchisement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Josh Shapiro Arson Suspect Hated' Him, Planned to Beat Him With a Hammer: Report

A man was charged for firebombing Penn Governor Shapiro's home, citing hatred, with serious charges, yet no confirmed motive.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Absurd' NJ pols schedule primaries during holy Jewish holiday, angry religious groups demand change: 'This is a no-brainer'

New Jersey's June primary elections are scheduled on Shavuot, prompting calls from Jewish leaders to change the date to avoid disenfranchisement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Josh Shapiro Arson Suspect Hated' Him, Planned to Beat Him With a Hammer: Report

A man was charged for firebombing Penn Governor Shapiro's home, citing hatred, with serious charges, yet no confirmed motive.
more#politics
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago
Fundraising

1 in 6 Jewish couples faces infertility - this foundation has arrived in South Florida hoping to help

One in six Jewish couples faces infertility, prompting the founding of the Jewish Fertility Foundation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

U.A.E. Sentences Three People to Death for Killing an Israeli Rabbi

Three people sentenced to death in the U.A.E. for the murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, sparking safety concerns for the Jewish community.
#public-safety
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Mayor Eric Adams says NYC can't 'just police' its way out of antisemitism spike

Mayor Adams emphasizes the importance of representation and symbolism in his administration for the Jewish community.
fromPrx
1 month ago
UK news

The World

A nightclub fire in North Macedonia resulted in 59 deaths and sparked concerns about public safety.
The impact of the Ukraine war on local Jewish life is becoming increasingly apparent.
Entertainment, like magic, continues to bring joy amidst serious issues.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Mayor Eric Adams says NYC can't 'just police' its way out of antisemitism spike

Mayor Adams emphasizes the importance of representation and symbolism in his administration for the Jewish community.
fromPrx
1 month ago
UK news

The World

A nightclub fire in North Macedonia resulted in 59 deaths and sparked concerns about public safety.
The impact of the Ukraine war on local Jewish life is becoming increasingly apparent.
Entertainment, like magic, continues to bring joy amidst serious issues.
more#public-safety
fromCornell Chronicle
1 month ago
Upper West Side

New Hillel building planned to support Jewish life at Cornell | Cornell Chronicle

A new Grinspoon Hillel center will enhance community engagement and support Jewish identity among Cornell students, opening in summer 2027.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

No to ethnic cleansing': over 350 rabbis sign US ad assailing Trump's Gaza plan

Over 350 rabbis and Jewish activists condemn Trump's proposal for ethnic cleansing of Palestinians from Gaza as a dangerous and unacceptable call.
fromJewish Insider
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

New York City comptroller candidate courts anti-Israel support as he seeks higher office

Justin Brannan is shifting his political alliances as he runs for comptroller, raising concerns among Jewish leaders about his commitment to key issues.
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

12 Holocaust survivors share their stories on a Times Square billboard - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Holocaust survivors' stories are being highlighted on a Times Square billboard to raise awareness for International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
#met-police
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Met Police blocks plans for Pro-Palestine march near BBC as it will take place close to synagogue

The Met Police intervened to prevent a Pro-Palestine march due to potential disruption to a nearby synagogue.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Palestine Solidarity Campaign march cancelled after route row with static rally being staged in Whitehall

The pro-Palestine march in London was canceled due to police concerns over disruptions to a nearby synagogue.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Met Police blocks plans for Pro-Palestine march near BBC as it will take place close to synagogue

The Met Police intervened to prevent a Pro-Palestine march due to potential disruption to a nearby synagogue.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Palestine Solidarity Campaign march cancelled after route row with static rally being staged in Whitehall

The pro-Palestine march in London was canceled due to police concerns over disruptions to a nearby synagogue.
more#met-police
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Police issue threat to Gaza protesters as row breaks out over march near synagogue

Pro-Palestinian march near a synagogue raises concerns of disruption on the Sabbath, leading to clashes with police and community opposition.
#hanukkah
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bethany Mandel: A tale of two Hanukkah celebrations - Joe Biden's and Speaker Mike Johnson's

The White House's early Hanukkah celebration disrespected Jewish traditions and reflects ongoing insensitivity towards the Jewish community.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day

Hanukkah coinciding with Christmas creates unique opportunities for interfaith engagement and cultural unity.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bethany Mandel: A tale of two Hanukkah celebrations - Joe Biden's and Speaker Mike Johnson's

The White House's early Hanukkah celebration disrespected Jewish traditions and reflects ongoing insensitivity towards the Jewish community.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

In a calendar rarity, Hanukkah starts this year on Christmas Day

Hanukkah coinciding with Christmas creates unique opportunities for interfaith engagement and cultural unity.
more#hanukkah
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Brooklyn Leaders Celebrate Chanukah With Sufganiyot Crawl

Brooklyn leaders celebrated Chanukah by promoting local traditions, community connections, and the Jewish culture through a sufganiyot tasting event.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area Jewish community holding onto hope for hostage deal ahead of Hanukkah

Negotiations for a hostage deal between Hamas and Israel are intensifying, giving the Jewish community hope, especially as holidays approach.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Melbourne synagogue fire a terrorist attack on the Jewish people', police believe

The arson at the Adass Israel synagogue is being classified as an act of terrorism that targets the Jewish community.
Investigators suspect the attack is politically motivated and underscores a growing threat to community safety.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Thugs hurl rocks at Jewish school bus and shout f**k Israel' in suspected north London hate crime

Jewish schoolchildren faced abuse while traveling on buses, causing fear and requiring increased security measures.
fromKqed
5 months ago
Arts

Contemporary Jewish Museum to Close for at Least a Year | KQED

The CJM faces financial challenges requiring drastic measures for future planning and sustainability amid declining attendance post-pandemic.
Education
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Jewish Columbia, Barnard students fume that professors canceled classes over post-election 'stress' but not after Oct. 7: 'Very telling'

Columbia and Barnard professors granted students the option to skip class after election results, igniting controversy among Jewish students who felt neglected.
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