Edinburgh

Scottish venue admits discriminating against Jewish comedian

An Edinburgh venue admits it unlawfully discriminated against Jewish comedian Philip Simon after cancelling his Fringe show over his views on Israel and Gaza.

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Comedian attacks Israeli couple, jeers them as they exit show

Comedian Reginald D. Hunter makes anti-Israel remarks, verbally attacks Israeli couple who purchased front-row seats; audience responds with open antisemitism.

Edinburgh city council considers twinning with Gaza City

Scottish capital is formally discussing a proposal to twin with Gaza City, a move that has been condemned by British Jewish groups.

UK: Mother discovers her son's coffin is empty - 42 years later

UK mother persuades professor to test remains for DNA, discovers his coffin is empty.

Israeli Actors Protest Scottish Festival Ban

Scotland cancels Israeli show in art festival over Gaza operation, silent protest play booed by 200 anti-Israel protesters.