Antisemitism

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar:

Kyrie Irving being used to push antisemitic messages

Basketball legend says that whether intentional or not, Kyrie Irving is being 'unwittingly used' to promote hatred and antisemitism.

US:

DOE to investigate school district's response to antisemitism

ZOA prompts federal investigation into Fairfax, Virginia, school district's response to antisemitic harassment.

ADL and BBYO to teach Jewish teens to respond to antisemitism

Collaboration involves ongoing training to teens in US and Europe focused on responding and combating antisemitism.

Brandenburg:

'Jewish life and faith belong at the heart of our society'

Brandenburg's leader condemns antisemitism on 84th anniversary of Kristallnacht.

Boston:

Jewish couple’s home and car targeted with arson, vandalism

After being called to investigate antisemitic vandalism of couple's cars, police discover attempt to set their home on fire.

Chicago:

Principal suspended over student giving Nazi salute on stage

Halloween contest descends into antisemitism as student in German military uniform goose-steps across stage, performs Nazi salute.

UK regulator slams BBC reporting on antisemitic Hanukkah attack

BBC’s report on antisemitic Hanukkah attack had ‘significant editorial failings,’ government regulator finds

John Mellencamp: F— antisemitism

‘F— antisemitism,’ John Mellencamp says as his Jewish lawyer is inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

EU Parliament President:

'We're not doing enough to fight antisemitism'

President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, other EU officials visit Auschwitz in delegation to fight antismitism.

Barack Obama denounces antisemitic conspiracy theories

Former president targets celebrities who push antisemitic theories on the internet

Fmr. UK student union pres. receives prize from Hamas supporter

Shaima Dallali was fired last week on charges of antisemitism, days prior she received a prize from the Palestinian Forum in Britain

As antisemitism rises, group calls for Twitter ad boycott

As antisemitism spikes following Elon Musk takeover, ADL calls for Twitter ad boycott.

Rhode Island:

Suspect arrested after antisemitic note found at Hillel center

Threatening note found at Hillel serving Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design contained violent anti-Jewish messages.

After suspension:

Kyrie Irving apologizes for sharing antisemitic content

Brooklyn Nets point guard says he is "deeply sorry" and apologizes to Jewish people after he shared link to antisemitic movie on Twitter.

Sacramento area synagogue’s sign burned, defaced with swastikas

Police investigating arson attack on Chico, California synagogue's sign as a hate crime.

NBA:

Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving over antisemitic post

Brooklyn Nets announce star point guard will be suspended no less than five games after his refusal to say he has no antisemitic beliefs.

Report:

Kanye West paid settlement to over antisemitic rants in 2018

Rapper and fashion mogul Kanye West reportedly paid settlement to former employee for praising Hitler and going on antisemitic rants.

Antisemitic graffiti found on multiple Atlanta buildings

Graffiti attacking Jewish community found on buildings, houses and signs in Atlanta.

Kyrie Irving to donate $500,000 following antisemitic tweet

Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets will each donate $500,000 in wake of Irving's controversial social media post.

Charles Barkley slams NBA COMNR. over antisemitism controversy

Former basketball star Charles Barkley calls out NBA’s Jewish commissioner for not disciplining Kyrie Irving over antisemitism controversy.

Watch:

Former NBA stars blast current star over antisemitism

Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley say NBA should suspend Kyrie Irving for tweet promoting antisemitic film.

UK student union president fired after antisemitism probe

President of National Union of Students terminated after months-long investigation into antisemitic tweets.

Kanye West suspended from Instagram

Rapper says he has been suspended from Instagram for 30 days as backlash over antisemitic comments continues.

Canada:

Province of New Brunswick adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

B'nai Brith Canada thanks Premier Blaine Higgs for formalizing Declaration embracing the IHRA definition.

Erdan to UN Rapporteur:

'Your position is helping the anti-Semites'

Israel's UN Ambassador attacks Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur on Racism for rejecting IHRA working definition of antisemitism.

Will Musk's Twitter takeover lead to rise in antisemitism?

Some critics see a problem with the billionaire opening up the platform to individuals previously deemed 'unfit' for social media.

Patriots owner runs ad against antisemitism during NFL games

Commercial shown during Sunday football games calls on Americans to "stand up to Jewish hate."

Florida city targeted for 2nd time with antisemitic graffiti

Antisemitic and racist graffiti found in Weston for second time in less than a month.

WJC Pres. condemns antisemitic manifestations in Jacksonville

'Free speech has limits, and inciting violence through antisemitic and racist rhetoric crosses the line,' WJC Pres. Ron Lauder says.

Promoting Jew-hatred must have serious consequences

Even if it makes people uncomfortable. Op-ed.

Russia apologizes for op-ed calling Chabad a neo-pagan cult

Russian Security Council apologizes for op-ed that country’s Jewish leaders called ‘vulgar antisemitism’

Jimmy Kimmel sketch pokes fun at Kanye West and antisemitism

With a sketch video aimed at Kanye West, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel joked about a “cure” for antisemitism: “Yentanyl.”

'I meant no disrespect'

NBA star under fire for promoting antisemitic film

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving denies being antisemitic despite sharing link promoting an antisemitic documentary.

Texas candidate: Vote for the only Christian on the ballot

A Texas candidate wants you to know he’s the ‘only Christian’ running. His opponent is Jewish.

Alleged Pelosi attacker spread antisemitic conspiracy theories

Man who allegedly attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband had spread conspiracy theories about Jews.

Online antisemites bring wave of hate-filled messages to Twitter

‘Now that Elon is taking over’: Online antisemites see opening as Twitter is handed over to Musk.

Did Kanye intend to name label after Hitler?

Former TMZ employer says he heard Kanye praising the Nazi leader.

Biden:

'We resolve to combat antisemitism in all of its forms'

US President releases statement on anniversary of Pittsburgh synagogue massacre, warns against rising antisemitism.

The backlash continues

Apple Music drops Kanye West's playlist

Apple Music pulls Kanye West’s Essentials Playlist in wake of his antisemitic comments.

Canada:

Province of Manitoba approves IHRA definition of antisemitism

Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson: Antisemitism has no place in our communities.

Albany, NY:

University searching for man who posted antisemitic stickers

Campus police looking for individual caught on surveillance footage posting antisemitic sticker on sign in front of residence hall.

NYC hate crime:

Cyclist viciously punches Brooklyn Jewish teen in the head

Jewish teenager walking down Williamsburg street randomly assaulted by man riding bicycle.

Watch: Kanye escorted out after unannounced arrival

The rap mogul was apparently trying to strike another deal with a major shoe company after being dropped by Adidas.

Russian rabbi demands apology for 'vulgar antisemitism'

In rare rebuke, Russian chief rabbi Berel Lazar accuses senior defense official of antisemitism.

Foot Locker severs ties with Kanye West’s Yeezy shoe brand

US footwear retailer cuts ties with rapper's shoe line after outrage over his antisemitic comments.

Brooklyn yeshiva students punched and pelted with eggs

Three Jewish students assaulted outside their yeshiva by gang of teenagers shouting "Free Palestine."

Jewish educator leaves Kanye West’s secretive LA school

Jewish educational consultant resigns from Christian school founded by rapper Kanye West over his recent comments on Jews.

Gal Gadot against Kanye West: 'Proud Jew'

Supermodel and actress Gal Gadot is the latest to weigh in on the Kanye West antisemitism scandal.

Spotify chief:

'Kanye West's music doesn't violate our policy'

Head of music streaming agent condemns antisemitic statements by Kanye West but says: His music doesn't violate our policy.

Adidas drops Kanye West following antisemitic comments

German athletic brand says rapper's comments are "unacceptable, hateful and dangerous".

Nikki Haley: Antisemitism must be flagged at every instance

Former UN envoy addresses Canadian Friends of Jerusalem College of Technology gala, reaffirming her support for Israel.

President Herzog: We need collaborations to combat antisemitism

President Herzog laments rise of antisemitism in meeting with CAM advisory board.

Post by Jessica Seinfeld on Kanye West's antisemitism goes viral

Jessica Seinfeld’s Instagram post about Kanye West’s antisemitism goes viral among celebrities and influencers

Talent agency cuts ties with Kanye West over antisemitic remarks

Creative Artists Agency cut ties with rapper, now known as Ye, following a series of antisemitic remarks.

Gigi Hadid responds to Kanye: 'Antisemitism is unacceptable'

The celebrity supermodel and outspoken critic of Israel called out Kanye West on his antisemitic posts.

Extremist group unfolds pro-Kanye banner on LA overpass

White supremacist group stages protest in support of Kanye West on Los Angeles overpass.

Los Angeles:

‘Kanye was right about Jews,’ reads antisemitic highway banner

Goyim Defense League lauds rapper Kanye West's recent comments on Jews with banner over Los Angeles freeway.

YouTuber: Should Ben Shapiro should be gassed 'first or last?'

Prominent Jewish YouTuber Ethan Klein makes Holocaust joke about Ben Shapiro, leading to his suspension.

Indiana: School board candidate says 'not all Nazis were bad'

Matt Keefer, candidate for an Indiana school board, says teaching that all Nazis were bad would be 'indoctrination.'

Toronto man wanted by police for defacing 21 cars with swastikas

Toronto police ask for public's help in identifying suspect who etched antisemitic symbols into 21 cars in a downtown area.