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Screenwriter Claims Death Threats from Gibson Supporters

The feud between Joe Eszterhas and Mel Gibson has gained fuel, as Eszterhas claims he has received death threats from Gibson supporters.

Jews Lash Out Against Recognition of BDS as Student Forum

Jewish leaders denounced the Free University of Brussels for recognizing BDS as a legitimate student forum.

German Soccer Team's Visit to Auschwitz Sparks Controversy

Prominent German Jewish leader criticizes a visit by members of the German national soccer team to the Auschwitz death camp.

The Separate 'Jewish' Label Debate at CUNY

In a move sparking outrage, administrators at the City University of New York have decided to label Jews as a distinct minority group.

Pleas for Orthodox Jewish American Detained in Bolivia

The Orthodox Jewish community has been rallying support for Jacob Ostreicher, a Jewish American who is being detained in a Bolivian prison.

Onslaught of 1700+ Hate Texts to a Jewish Student

Albuquerque teenager accused of sending hundreds of anti-Semitic text messages to a fellow student, including “kill Jews, heil Hitler.”   

Anti-Semitic Remarks on Facebook Prompt Police Arrests

Police in Glasgow, Scotland arrested six people over anti-Semitic remarks on Facebook that mocked the Jewish community of Giffnock.

ADL: Court Decision to Fine Journalist 'Turns World Upside Down'

The Anti-Defamation League criticized court decision to fine Italian journalist who had courage to speak out against an anti-Semitic cartoon

Orthodox Jewish Student 'Doodles for Google'

Johanna Robinson, 11-year-old student at orthodox Jewish day school in Maryland, is finalist for Google’s annual “Doodle 4 Google” contest.

‘Sane’ Lapid Campaigns with US Conservative Rabbis

Journalist-turned politician Yair Lapid declared to US Conservative Jews that he is the only sane leader in the Knesset.

Jewish Author of 'Where the Wild Things Are' Remembered

Maurice Sendak, 83, author and illustrator of dozens of popular children’s books, most notably “Where the Wild Things Are,” died Tuesday.

NY Times Names Orthodox Jews a New York Power

The NY Times terms Brooklyn’s orthodox Jewry a rising power in the city while the influence of the Catholic church is dwindling.

White House Cites Nazi Supporter in Jewish Heritage Month

American Jewish writer, artist and Nazi supporter Gertrude Stein was cited in a White House proclamation in honor of Jewish Heritage Month.

A 14th Century Haggadah Meets 21st Century Technology

A renowned 14th-century Haggadah is now available to browse on the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

Teacher Faces Charges for 'Demonstrative' Holocaust Lesson

South Carolina teacher faces charges for dragging a student under a table, saying, "This is what the Nazis do to Jews."

Google Faces Lawsuit Over 'Jewish' Search Suggestions

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

Ex-Birthright Guide Says Non-Jews Infiltrate

“Birthright” says it free trips to Israel are only for Jews, but a former guide says non-Jews join. Birthright: There are only a few.

Hebrew Charter School Expected to Strengthen D.C. Community

Sela Public Charter School, a Hebrew language public charter school, has been granted a conditional charter to open in District of Columbia.

NJ Court: Non-Jew Can Sue Employers for Anti-Semitic Slurs

A man who is not Jewish but claims he was subjected to anti-Semitic slurs can sue his former employers under NJ's anti-discrimination laws.

Olympic Committee Refuses to Commemorate Munich Massacre

Olympic Committee rejects request for official commemoration of Israeli athletes murdered in '72 Olympics.

'Holocaust T-Shirt' Provokes Outrage

The ADL blasts clothing retailer Urban Outfitters for T-shirts resembling uniform Jews were forced to wear during the Holocaust.

First Synagogue Inaugurated in Basel in Over 80 Years

The Feldinger Chabad Jewish Centre is first synagogue in the city since 1929.

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.

Vandals Deface Jewish Summer Homes in Montreal

Vandals broke into Jewish-owned summer cottages northwest of Montreal, defacing them with anti-Jewish hate messages and swastikas.

Wealthy Ukrainian Jew Murdered

One of the most influential Jews in the Ukraine was murdered on Shabbat, one week after a Kiev yeshiva student was brutally attacked.

Mezuzah Ban Reversed

Connecticut condominium association reversed its decision to ban the display of mezuzahs; Jewish residents will not be forced to pay fine.

Video: US, French Soldiers Wish You ‘Happy Passover’

French and American “lone” soldiers, without families in Israel, wish their extended Jewish families around the world a Happy Passover.

The $25,000 Matzo Ball Soup

The annual Manischewitz Cook-Off has crowned a Princeton University student King of Kosher for his matzo ball soup. Prizes worth $25,000.

Iranian Terror Cell to Attack Jewish, Western Targets in Turkey

Intelligence report: 'Unit 400' of al-Quds Brigade planning to carry out attacks in Turkey against Jewish, Israeli and Western targets.

The 11th Plague: No Kosher for Passover Coca-Cola in California

California Jews will have to get through Passover without kosher Coke, while different Pepsi kosher symbols are confusing Illinois Jews.

Alan Gross' Wife Hopes Cuba Will Reciprocate Act of Goodwill

In response to decision to temporarily release a Cuban spy, Rene Gonzalez, wife of Alan Gross says she hopes for reciprocal act of goodwill.

Jewish Headstones Vandalized in Florida Cemetery

Headstones, marked with the Jewish Star of David, were vandalized over the weekend; Investigations pending of possible hate crime.

Rare Video of Israeli Rabbi in Iran

A rare video shows last year’s visit to the tomb of Queen Esther and Mordechai in Iran. Tehran airport officials asked him, “Pray for us.”

Jewish WW I Hero Slated for Posthumous Honor

William Shemin was a hero in WWI but anti-Semitism may have blocked the Jewish soldier’s his receiving the US Medal of honor – until now.

Video:Jewish Revival in Yafo, First Religious School in 25 Years

Jewish revival: The first religious public school in 25 years is been dedicated in Yafo (Jaffa). Arutz Sheva TV was there.

Chief Rabbi Metzger: No Right to Force Separate Seating

Chief Rabbi Yona Metzger says that no one can force involuntary separate seating for men and women on public buses.

Dead Sea Scrolls’ 10 Commandments’ Reaches New York

The Ten Commandments parchment of the Dead Sea Scrolls is on display in New York's Times Square for 10 days for the first time ever.

Arsonists Destroy Florida Jewish Bookstore

A raging fire set by anti-Semitic arsonists destroyed $100,000 worth of holy objects in a Florida Jewish bookstore.

Video: Rabbis, Students Dance after ‘Siyum” of Entire Gemara

Hundreds of rabbis and Torah students danced Saturday night in celebration of completion of learning the Gemara in memory of Rabbi Shach.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy and Go to Synagogue

Women who attend synagogue regularly are more optimistic than others, according to a Yeshiva University research report.

Chassidic Rabbi: Don’t Attack Iran; G-d Will Ruin Ahmadinejad

Rabbi Shalom Berger, the Rebbe of Mishkoltz, says there is no need to attack Iran because G-d will get rid of Ahmadinejad.

Sarkozy: No Such thing as a ‘Jewish State’

French President Nicolas Sarkozy says that “a Jewish state has no meaning because a state is neither Jewish nor Catholic.”

Islamist Winds in Egypt? 'No Jews Allowed' at Holy Site

Arab Winter: Egypt has completely barred Jews from visiting the tomb of Rabbi Abuhatzeira, grandfather of the “Baba Sali.”

NY Police Arrest Rabbi and Five Other Pro-Israel Activists

New York police arrest a rabbi and five other activists who blocked traffic in a protest against the PA bid for unilateral UN recognition.

Hi-Tech Upgrade for Diaspora Museum

The Cabinet approves a program to upgrade the popular Diaspora Museum in Tel Aviv, which previously shut down because of lack of funds.

Hard to Fool Orthodox Kosher Customers

Israeli firm whose subsidiary operated stores on the Sabbath changes its name and logo to draw back orthodox customers. It may not work.

Self-Proclaimed Jewish Cousin of Qaddafi: He Was a Good Boy

Israeli Gita Boaron, who says she is a distant cousin of Qaddafi, recalls she played with him as a child. ”He was full of joy, mischief.”

Jewish World War II Vets to Be Honored

The Cabinet Sunday approved a memorial site to Jewish soldiers who fought in World War II and helped the victory over the Nazi regime.

Secular MK Fears Israel Becoming a Religious State

Knesset Member Daniel Ben-Simon said at a Sabbath “cultural event” that “a quiet religious revolution” is taking place in Israel.

‘Brooklyn Butcher’ Accused of Previous Kidnapping Attempts

The killer of 8-year-old Leiby Kletzky previously tried to kidnap another child, a mother said, as the US tries to comprehend the gruesome murder.