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Golden Dawn Chants to Expel Foreigners Prior to New Elections

Supporters of Greece’s neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party chanted “Foreigners out of Greece!” as they marched through Athens prior to new elections.

Case Closed Against Authors of 'The King's Torah'

Case against authors of "The King's Torah," the book which had msm calling for authors' indictment, has been closed by Att'y General.

Serbia WWII Death Camp to 'Multicultural' Development?

Jewish leaders are concerned that Serbia's largest WWII death camp may be transformed into a "multicultural" development.

Exam Board Under Fire for 'Justify' Anti-Semitism Question

One of Britain’s leading exam boards is under fire for asking students to ‘justify’ anti-Semitism, on a national examination.

Rights Groups Demand Google Stop Auto-Suggesting "Jew"

Mediators set to resolve dispute between Google and anti-racism groups who object to auto-complete feature suggesting "Jew."

French State Railways to Boost Holocaust Deportations Research

The National Company of French Railways announced the launch of a new joint study with Yad Vashem into Holocaust deportations.

Arabic Translation of Talmud Permeated with Anti-Semitism

Arabic translation of Talmud is laden with anti-Semitic conspiracy theories; alleges that text reveals racist character of Jewish people.

Vandals Deface Memorial of Raoul Wallenberg in Budapest

Vandals defaced the memorial of 'Righteous Gentile' Raoul Wallenberg, who saved the lives of tens of thousands of Jews during the Holocaust.

Survey: Huffington Post Disproportionately Pro-Iran

Huffington Post publishes more pro-Iran content than anti-Iran content by 4:1 ratio; writes 85% of articles sympathetic to Islamic regime.

Rabbi of Yemen Calls for Jews to be Represented in Parliament

The Chief Rabbi of Yemen has called on the country's president to allow the Jewish community to be represented in the country's parliament.

Radical Islamic Rally in Tunisia Amid Anti-Semitic Chants

Thousands of Salafists marched on Kairouan in Central Tunisia, chanting, “Jews, Jews, the army of Mohammed is back.”

Reburial of Nazi Collaborator Infuriates Jewish Community

Jewish groups condemned the Lithuanian government for financing the reburial of an alleged Nazi collaborator.

Jewish Groups: Adapt 'Emergency Measures' for European Jewry

Jewish groups urge European governments to adopt "emergency measures" to protect European Jewry from increasing threats of anti-Semitism.

Oldest Synagogue in English-Speaking World Celebrates 250 Years

Plymouth Synagogue, the oldest synagogue in the English-speaking world celebrated its 250th anniversary this week.

Non-Jew Buried in Jewish Cemetery Sparks Lawsuit

A Jewish woman is suing a local synagogue for allowing a non-Jewish woman to be buried in a Jewish cemetery.

New Hampshire Lawmaker's Nazi Salute Stuns House

A New Hampshire lawmaker shouted the Nazi salute “Sieg Heil,” at Speaker William O’Brien during a debate on voter identification legislation

Greece's Golden Dawn Leader Denies Holocaust Gas Chambers

Leader of Greece’s Golden Dawn party claimed Nazi concentration camps did not use ovens and gas chambers to kill Jews during the Holocaust.

Lawsuit: Long Island School Ignores Anti-Semitic Assaults

Students at a Long Island high school taunted a Jewish classmate, while the school refused to intervene, according to federal lawsuit.

Arab Rioters Attack Jewish Worshippers at Tomb of Rachel

The Tomb of Rachel was closed down to worshippers Monday after masked Arab rioters threw stones at the entrance to the site.

George Washington Attacked Bigotry in Letter to Jewish Community

A letter against bigotry and written by George Washington to the Jewish community will be featured at an exhibit for religious freedom.

Hungarian Jewish Actor Sues Over 'Filthy' Jew Recording

The Hungarian Jewish Faith alliance filed an official complaint on Tuesday on behalf of a renowned Hungarian Jewish actor.

Court Rules: NY Kosher Law is Kosher

NY's kosher-labelling rules interfere with freedom of religion as much as St. Patrick's Day celebrations, a federal appeals court ruled.

Al-Qaeda Advises Terrorists How to Protect Reputations

Lone terrorists have been instructed to refrain from targeting churches, mosques and synagogues in order to protect their ''reputation.'

Greek Neo-Nazi Party's Website Suspended

The International blogging platform WordPress suspended the website of the Greek neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn for "hateful content."

Neo-Nazis Plotting Attacks Outside of Disney Theme Parks

Police arrested ten suspects linked to white supremacist group for planning to attack on Jews, immigrants, minorities in Central Florida.

Greek Jews Apprehensive Over Rise of Neo-Nazi Party

Following the election of the neo-Nazi Golden Dawn Party to parliament, Greece's Jewish community urged fellow citizens to oppose fascism.

Jewish Initiative Provides Hunger Relief to Children in India

Jews from around the world will participate in a hunger relief project aimed to benefit disadvantaged children in India.

Conditional Civil Rights for Jewish Students on Campus?

Title VI of federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 sparks debate in Jewish community; Will Jewish rights on campus be safeguarded or undermined?

Jewish, Israeli Students Attacked at Toulouse University

President of French Jewish student organization called on the University of Toulouse to combat anti-Semitism after anti-Semitic protests.

Netanyahu to Receive Historic Letter That Saved 50,000 Jews

Netanyahu to receive copy of historic letter written by Dimitar Peshev, who is credited with rescuing 50,000 Bulgarian Jews during Holocaust

Google Faces Lawsuit Over 'Jewish' Search Suggestions

Anti-discrimination firms suing Google for "unsolicited and systematic associations between famous people and their Jewishness."

For Sale Online: 'I Love Jews But Hate Israel' T-Shirts

Simon Wiesenthal Center is urging CafePress to remove T-shirts imprinted with slogan “I Love Jews But Hate Israel” from its site.

Iranian Agent Deported for Spying on Jews in India

The city police deported Iranian national Hamid Kashkouli, 40, for spying on the Chabad House and other Jewish, Israeli targets.

German Jews Welcome Publication of 'Mein Kampf'

The head of the Central Council of Jews in Germany calls Bavaria's decision "responsible" and a "good idea".

Hitler? There's an App for That!

There are now applications available through the Apple store titled "iMussolini," "iStalin," and "Hitler," espousing fascist ideals.

Alleged 'Holocaust T-Shirt' Company Responds to Controversy

The 'Wood Wood' Company issued a response to alleged anti-Semitic T-shirt resembling the uniform Jews were forced to wear during Holocaust.

'Mega Mission to Israel' Affirms Jewish Identity

Hundreds of people will travel to Israel on "Mega Mission Israel 2012,” the largest Jewish Federation mission to Israel in over a decade.

Belgian Doctor Suspended For Verbally Attacking Jewish Colleague

A Belgian doctor has been suspended for verbally attacking a Jewish college with anti-Semitic and racist slogans.

Romanian Public Funds Financing Fascist Children's Book

Romanian public funds have been financing a children’s poetry book that features Romania’s World War II fascist leader on its cover.

Israeli Music Band Performs in Germany on Holocaust Memorial Day

Israeli music band Balkan Beat Box announced it is going to proceed as scheduled, performing in Munich on eve of Holocaust Memorial Day.

The Yiddish Language Alive in... Japan

A Japanese linguist, who compiled the world's first Yiddish-Japanese dictionary, proves one doesn't have to be Jewish to love Yiddish.

New Film Documenting Triumph of State of Israel

A new documentary, hosted by former Harvard lecturer Dr. Tal Ben Shahar, examines the accomplishments, fortitude of modern state of Israel.

Hatzalah to Help Accident Victims in India

The Jewish United Hatzalah organization is hoping to replicate its emergency services in India, provide medical treatment to thousands.

A Year After Anti-Semitic Outbursts, Dior Appoints New Designer

French fashion designer Dior named Raf Simons to succeed John Galliano who was fired over a year ago for racist and anti-Semitic outbursts.

Aussie Cardinal Apologizes for Holocaust Comments

Archbishop of Sydney, Cardinal George Pell, apologized for saying that the Germans suffered more than the Jews during World War II.

Mel Gibson Accused of Sabotaging Maccabee Film, 'Hating Jews'

Hollywood screenwriter accuses Mel Gibson of sabotaging a film based on story of Maccabees; writes letter, "You hate Jews."

Kosher Food Being Served at White House is 'Insulting'?

MJ Rosenberg, a leftist who was recently ousted from his position at Media Matters, says White House's serving kosher food is 'insulting'

Only College Hebrew Classes in North Texas Face Imminent Closure

After 10 years of being only the university in North Texas to offer Hebrew classes, North Texas U. has decided to eliminate its program.

A Coke-less Passover in California

Kosher for Passover Coca-Cola has been officially barred from California due to the state’s laws on toxic chemicals.

Philanthropic Family Sponsors 350 Terror Victims

A prominent Jewish family's sponsorship let 350 children and teenagers attend a camp that provides support for terror victims.

Jewish Anti-Israel Group Promotes BDS at Passover Seder

The 'Jewish Voice for Peace' has published a new type of Hagaddah, aimed at demonizing Israel and championing ‘Palestinian’ cause.

Lithuanian Reparations Provoke Debate

Lithuanian government passed a law compensating Jews for property confiscated during World War II, amounting to $52 million dollars.

Hungarian Lawmaker's Anti-Semitism Opens Old Wounds

Hungarian lawmaker was urged to resign after making a speech in Parliament that was widely criticized as being anti-Semitic.

Jewish Digital Library Changes Future of Reading

New Jewish digital library features hundreds of popular Jewish books by leading publishers in both Hebrew and English.

Inspirational Pesach Video: Jewish Journey From Bondage

“If there is one thing we have learned from the past it is that we must never leave our fate in the hands of others.”

German 'Poet': Israel, Not Iran, 'Danger for World Peace'

Nobel Prize laureate, Gunter Grass, wrote 'poem' alleging that Israel is “danger for world peace”; Israeli strike could “annihilate” Iran.

Peres: Gov. Christie 'Outstanding Friend of Israel'

Governor Christie meets with Israeli leaders; hopes to strengthen commercial ties between New Jersey and Jewish state.

'Mock Seders' to Real Seders in Absorption Centers

Ethiopian immigrants held “mock seders” in absorption centers throughout the country to mark their first Passover in Israel.

How Can You Help the IDF This Passover?

As Jewish families gather around the seder table, it is important to remember the Israeli soldiers who safeguard are freedom.

Discrimination Abounds at Brooklyn College

Administration at Brooklyn College is accused of discriminating against qualified Orthodox and female Jewish professors.

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