Dan Verbin

News writer based in North America

Hate crime in LA: Jewish child punched on Melrose Avenue

After assailant is arrested, another man comes to his defense and threatens to kill the boy's entire family.

UK neo-Nazi found guilty, sentenced to 23-years in jail

During search of man's house, police found 3D printer, explosive material, warfare and weapons manuals and far right propaganda.

Questions arise about NY mayoral candidate's ties to Linda Sarsour

At 2017 speech, Maya Wiley introduced Sarsour as a close friend who she was honored to be on stage with.

NJ store removes sign calling Israelis the "New Nazis" after outrage

Unapologetic store had sign up for three months with Israeli flag featuring a swastika and Netanyahu with a Hitler mustache.

Gov DeSantis signs bill allowing Hatzalah to operate in Florida

Bill will allow volunteer EMT services such as Hatzalah the use of lights and sirens when responding to emergencies as official ambulances.

Roger Waters: Zuckerberg is part of 'insidious movement of them to take over everything'

Waters lashes out at Zuckerberg after turning down his song for Instagram ad, calls him "one of the most powerful idiots in the world.”

US Senate passes resolution condemning surge in anti-Semitism

Resolution, co-sponsored by 74 senators, also urges the US to continue combating anti-Semitism internationally.

200 people rally against Iranian government in LA

Demonstration features many different groups, including the Jewish community, taking a stand against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Historic level of London anti-Semitic incidents, charity reports

Community Security Trust records 201 incidents in May, calls incidents “utterly predictable and completely disgraceful.”

CUNY faculty union passes 'incredibly one-sided' anti-Israel resolution

Motion accusing Israel of "massacre" in Gaza and making no mention of Hamas rockets calls for supporting BDS, passes 84-34.

Tucson, AZ Jewish community rallies against anti-Semitism

Candlelight march to show solidarity in the wake of recent anti-Semitic acts of vandalism.

CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour battling ovarian cancer

Longtime CNN personality shares diagnosis and treatment with viewers during her first show back after four weeks of treatment.

GOP resolution censuring Ilhan Omar and the Squad not likely to pass

GOP resolution censuring Ilhan Omar and the Squad for recent anti-Israel rhetoric likely will not pick up enough Dem support to pass.

Attempt to blockade ZIM-linked ship in Vancouver, Canada port fails

After B'nai Brith notifies authorities about threat, anti-Israel protestors denied entry to port and ship proceeds without incident.

Donald Trump celebrates 75th birthday today

Former president greeted on social media with thousands of birthday well wishes.

NY woman steals ambulance, leads cops on high speed chase, crashes into Irondequoit Bay

After stealing ambulance in Utica woman leads police on multi-city chase on NY Thruway before toppling off boat launch into body of water.

AJC survey: Israel and Diaspora deficient in knowledge about each other

Survey by American Jewish Committee finds that both communities would like to learn more about each other but suffer from lack of education.

President Biden insults Queen by keeping sunglasses on during Windsor Castle event

Attending event hosted by the Queen at Windsor Castle, Biden greets the 95-year old monarch with his sunglasses on, considered an insult.

Brooklyn Jewish man robbed, has kippah stolen by three men on motorcycles

Hate crime victim accosted in Williamsburg by anti-Semitic bikers who demand his money, then steal his kippah before riding off.

UK neo-Nazi student found guilty of 15 terror offenses

Founder of two banned UK neo-Nazi groups wrote articles calling for the extermination of Jews and a "racial holy war."

Long Island Jewish couple face anti-Semitic threat from neighbor

After property line dispute, man arrested for anti-Semitic rant and threats against couple who recently moved to area from New York City.

US Tech and biz leaders sign letter condemning anti-Semitism

Open letter "Tech leaders against anti-Semitism" signed by over 200 tech, business and media leaders.

Jewish man threatened with anti-Semitic slurs outside NYC yeshiva

Suspect caught on video being sought by NYPD for aggravated harassment, NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force investigating.

NYC Driver who crashed into Hatzalah ambulance faces multiple charges

Driver faces 10 charges including multiple assault charges, reckless driving, driving without a proper license and excessive speed.

U of Oregon student executive doubles down on anti-Israel social media post

After noting an offensive anti-Israel post singled out Jewish students, the student union executive issued a second equally troubling post.

NY college Zoom course hijacked by anti-Semitic student protest

Hunter College CUNY course turned into pro-Palestinian anti-Israel protest by majority of students and a prof who spout anti-Semitic tropes.

UCLA school of public affairs criticized for inviting BLM co-founder as graduation keynote

Jewish groups outraged uni would invite activist who called for end to Israel and supports convicted terrorist Rasmea Odeh to give speech.

UC San Diego Graduate Student Association BDS resolution fails

While some Jewish groups applaud move, others are more cautious, worrying that another BDS resolution is just around the corner.

Montreal borough condemns acts of hate and violence against Jews

Councillors' motion condemns Jew hatred and commits to ensuring the safety of the Jewish community in the borough.

Man violently trashes Flatbush, NY kosher restaurant, assaults Jews

As he is being held down outside kosher restaurant until police arrive, man says that he doesn't like Jewish people.

Alaska city councillor apologizes for anti-Semitic remark

After using anti-Semitic slur in reference to a city financial negotiation, Seward councillor issues apology for remark.

Internationally recognized Holocaust scholar Richard L. Rubenstein dies at 97

Rubenstein was credited with being an influence on Holocaust scholarship as well as influencing the novel turned movie Sophie's Choice.

CUNY faculty union to vote on extreme anti-Israel resolution

Resolution is "unprecedented" in its "viciousness" says history professor.

UK radio host and singer pleads guilty to spreading Jew hatred

Cornish singer and radio host, whose music was banned by a local soccer team, told by judge to anticipate jail sentence.

Cincinnati Jewish community to hold solidarity rally on Sunday

"Under the Tent: Standing Together Against Antisemitism” will see Jewish community speaking out with one voice against anti-Semitism.

Italian police arrest neo-Nazi group planning to attack NATO facility

Anti-Semitic extremist group also used social media to recruit young people to carry out violent acts.

France to open parliamentary inquiry into murder of Sarah Halimi

Proposal by politician Meyer Habib will set up committee with powers to call police, witnesses, ministers and judges to testify.

Arizona prepares to use Zyklon B to execute two inmates, provoking outrage

State's plan to use Holocaust-era gas in new gas chamber sparks outrage, denounced by American Jewish committee as "defying belief."

"Massive amount" of anti-Semitic graffiti found at Colorado climbing area

Upon discovering hateful graffiti in the parking lot and climbing trails, local climber uses FB to ask for help in cleaning up the area.

Labour Party leader to UK PM: Recognize the “State of Palestine”

Sir Keir Starmer urges PM Johnson use G7 summit to advocate for "end to the occupation and a recognized sovereign Palestinian state."