Dan Verbin

News writer based in North America

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."

Sky News reporter blames Israel for "Jew hatred" in the UK

In since deleted tweet, Middle East correspondent claims that Jew hatred is the “consequence of the current Israeli government’s policies.”

Jewish teacher resigns from LA union over pro-BDS motion

Jewish teacher slams union for bringing to motion a vote that "stands by a terrorist organization...that wants to kill every Jew."

Three men indicted on 64 counts for Brooklyn anti-Semitic crimes

Men accused of physically assaulting two Jewish teens before harassing and spitting at members of a synagogue.

Crown Heights community reaffirms support for NYC mayoral candidate Eric Adams

After 14-second video circulates with out of context clip attempting to change community's mind, umbrella group doubles down on endorsement.

Tucson Chabad Center door vandalized with swastika

Swastika and anti-Semitic phrase appear to have been painted on door over two day period.

GOP senators deeply concerned about WH move to elevate ties with PA

Led by Sen. Marco Rubio, group pushing back against what they see as Biden's undermining of US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Dirshu founder speaks to US House members about rising anti-Semitism

Briefing to Representatives from multiple states urges politicians to clearly condemn acts of anti-Semitism in light of uptick in attacks.

Toronto lifts order barring schools from hosting religious services

Orthodox schools in heavily Jewish area of Toronto welcome move made after rates of COVID begin to fall.

Massive online outage sparks jokes of "internet apocalypse"

Tuesday morning multiple websites and platforms were unavailable worldwide, causing a mini panic among confused users.

Jewish owned San Fran cafe defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti

Manny's, a popular spot for progressive leaders and activists, has been subject of anti-Semitic protests since opening its doors in 2018.

Winnipeg Jewish Federation ad slammed by community members

Ad referring to the "Palestinian Territories" and failing to explicitly call out Hamas accused of failing to advocate for the community.

Bavaria returns 19th C painting looted by Nazis to heirs of Jewish toy maker

Bavaria restituting painting by Austrian artist Joseph Wopfner to descendants of Jewish man whose collection was confiscated by the Nazis.

New scholarly version of Mein Kampf released in France

New version adds historians' critical notes that debunk Hitler's point of view throughout the text.

UK MP under fire for comparing "taking a knee" to Nazi salute

Conservative Party MP in social media post compares players pressured to "take a knee" to players making Nazi salute during 1936 Olympics.

3 years after saying it would, Canada still not listing Iran's Rev. Guards as terror group

After passing motion, backed by PM, to list Revolutionary Guard Corps as terror group, Canadian government silent on why it hasn't done so.

Jewish area of Chicago hit with anti-Semitic graffiti

Multiple buildings in Lake View neighborhood defaced with anti-Jewish caricature.

One handed Iranian cleric who founded Hezbollah dies

Cleric was one of hardline founders of the Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah, before eventually joining reformist movement in later years.

London, Ontario prof rebuked for singling out Jewish students

Professor calls for Jewish students to be "boycotted and sanctioned" if "their culture is Zionism."

Rock near University of Michigan defaced with anti-Semitic graffiti

After rock defaced with anti-Semitic messages over the weekend, city crew and students repaint it.

Detroit Jewish groups rally against anti-Semitism

Sunday rally organized by Jewish groups across the political and social spectrum to rally in Detroit suburb against Jew hatred.