 Israeli restaurant Zahav named best in US by James Beard AwardsA modern Israeli restaurant that brings the authentic flavors of Israel’s cultural heritage to Philadelphia. Survivor Edward Mosberg awarded 'Order of Merit' from PolandOn eve of Holocaust memorial day, US citizen and Holocaust survivor Edward Mosberg bestowed ‘Order of Merit’ from the President of Poland. Bringing halacha into the 21st centuryWho made the greatest contribution towards making Jewish law accessible in the modern world this past year? Angela Davis will get award after allBirmingham Civil Rights Institute, after rescinding award to Davis allegedly due to Jewish complaints over her BDS support, reverses course. Etgar Keret wins Israel’s most prestigious literary prizeIsraeli writer Etgar Keret is the winner of the Sapir Prize, Israel’s most prestigious literary award.Mayor partially retracts blame of Jews over Angela DavisBirmingham mayor partially retracts blame of Jews for getting award rescinded from pro-BDS ex-Black Panther. But he still blamed some Jews.Birmingham mayor blames Jews after ex-Black Panther denied awardMayor of Birmingham said a civil rights institute withdrew an award for activist Angela Davis due to pressure from the Jewish community. Jared Kushner to receive Mexico’s highest award for foreignersWhite House senior adviser will receive Mexico’s 'Order of the Aztec Eagle' for his efforts in renegotiating the NAFTA trade deal. Bal Harbour Mayor to be awarded 2018 Pursuit of Justice AwardGabriel Groisman to be awarded prestigious 2018 Pursuit of Justice Award by American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists. Civic heroism award to be granted to Ari FuldPolice commissioner to grant award to Ari Fuld, who saved lives while struggling against the terrorist who stabbed him to death. Book claiming malicious intent behind IDF not killing wins awardBook wins Women's Studies award with thesis that IDF shoots Palestinians 'to maim rather than kill' in order 'to control them.' German music award scrapped over rappers' anti-Semitic lyricsOrganizers of Echo Music Awards say they will scrap main annual prize following protest over the anti-Semitic lyrics of this year's winners. Special Knesset worker awarded Outstanding EmployeeEliezer Haitovitch, 35, who has Down's syndrome, has worked in Knesset for 10 years. Today awarded 'Outstanding Employee' for 2017. European Medal of Tolerance awarded to Monaco's Prince Albert II2018 medal awards prince for 'exceptional personal leadership and inspiration to advance truth, tolerance and historical reconciliation.' Duvdevan: 300 missions and award for excellenceThis past year, the elite IDF unit embarked on more than 300 missions and won the Chief of Staff's award for operational excellence. Syria's White Helmets win human rights prizeEmergency responders organization wins Swedish human rights group's 'Right Livelihood Award.' Israeli animators earn top prize at film festival'Scapegoat' wins first prize at annual New York film festival. Katz Award registration opensFour winners who contribute to the application of Halakha in modern Jewish life will receive $25,000. Swedes award journalist who delegitimizes IsraelOlof Palme Prize worth $75,000 given to Palestinian pastor and Israeli Gideon Levy for their fight against the 'occupation.' Israeli Artist Wins 'Freedom of Expression' AwardCartoonist Avital Alter wins first award from the Universal Tolerance Organization for her work, and cites Jewish religious principles. Samuel Eto’o Awarded European Medal of ToleranceFootball player awarded special award for his work against bigotry by leader of the European Jewish Congress (EJC). Medal for Lt. Eitan, Hero of Protective Edge'Eitan,' to be awarded prestigious honor for rushing into Hamas terror tunnel to save Hadar Goldin, hy"d. Shomron Regional Council Gets Financial AwardMinistry of the Interior presents award to Samaria council over financial transparency, disproving accusations of fraud. Shimon Peres Wins Award at DavosPresident awarded for 'tolling the bell of peace and harmony'; uses the opportunity to launch more criticism at Rouhani. Elie Wiesel Gets Presidential Medal of DistinctionAt emotional ceremony in NYC, President Shimon Peres presents noted Jewish leader and Holocaust survivor with Israel's highest civil medal. Barbara Streisand to Receive Honorary DoctorateInternationally acclaimed singer and actress Barbra Streisand to receive honorary award from Hebrew University of Jerusalem next month. Doctor who Fought Libel joins IDF Despite CancerDoctor who took on Arab libel is awarded for helping soldiers despite a serious illness. Israel: Withdraw Award to Anti-Semitic JournalistIsrael has asked Hungary to withdraw a state journalism award given to a TV presenter who made derogatory remarks about Jews. Italian President Awarded for 'Stand Against Evil'President of Italy honored for "uncompromising, unequivocal stand against evil of anti-Semitism" in Washington, D.C. |
