 Understanding 'Dhimmitude'Egyptian-Jewish author takes on the bogie-man of Muslim oppression of Jews and Christians - and its psychological results - in a new book. 40% of US Jews: God Gave Israel to JewsJews' bond to Israel essentially unchanged since the turn of the 21st century. Newspaper Apologizes for 'Shylock' Crossword ClueEditors of Tribune Media issued an official apology after newspaper published an offensive 'Shylock' crossword clue. Jews Urge Education Following Attack on RabbiJews urge German lawmakers to enhance educational tolerance programs following recent attack on German rabbi. Chabad Rabbi Attacked in German Shopping CenterA 39-year-old Chabad rabbi was attacked by a group of youth in the German city of Offenbach, near Frankfurt. Jewish Group Raps Greece Over Anti-Racism BillWorld Jewish Congress criticizes Greece's delay in adopting tougher anti-racism legislation aimed at curbing neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn.Jews, Christians Celebrate Israel in MoscowJewish and Israeli delegations meets Knesset Christian Allies Caucus in Moscow in celebration of state of Israel. Farrakhan's 'Satanic Jews' Remarks 'Unacceptable'US lawmaker denounces Louis Farrakhan’s remarks as “unacceptable, racist, anti-Semitic, and homophobic.” US Imams to Visit AuschwitzUS envoys will join imams for a visit to Auschwitz, the State Department said Tuesday. Chabad Issues Oklahoma Relief AppealChabad of Oklahoma City has issued appeal to worldwide Jewish community to contribute “as generously as possible” to relief organizations. Hungarian Martial Artist 'Covered in Nazi Tattoos'A Hungarian martial arts fighter banned from Prague tournament for being “covered from head to toe in Nazi tattoos.” Iranian Leader Accuses Jews of Engaging in SorceryAn Iranian leader with close ties to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei recently accused the Jews of engaging in sorcery. Jews Pilgrimage to Africa's Oldest SynagogeHundreds of Jewish worshippers completed an annual pilgrimage to Africa's oldest synagogue, amid heightened security. US Lawmaker Under Fire Over 'Jew Me Down' SlurUS lawmaker apologizes after making derogatory slur against Jews while debating a bill on the House floor. 'Jews Are Evil' Teacher Gets LeaveHigh school English teacher on leave assigning students a writing composition that sought to persuade reader that “Jews are evil”. 'Intellectual Exile' for Hateful Polish Historian?Wiesenthal demands suspension of Polish historian who claimed "Jews themselves participated in murder of their own people." 'Spider-Man' Producers Shift Schedule for PassoverProducers agreed to rearrange filming of "Spider-Man” after complaints by the Jewish community in Brooklyn. Film on Egyptian Jews Cleared For ScreeningA documentary on Egyptian Jews that had been blocked by the country's security service will screen in theaters. Passover Filming of 'Spider-Man' Plagues NY JewsBrooklyn Jews are blasting the producers of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2” movie for plans to film in the area during the Passover holiday. Ban of German Neo-Nazi Party Likely to Fall ShortA Germany bid to ban NPD neo-Nazi party faced opposition as junior coalition partners of the Free Democrats (FDP) came out against the move. Wiesenthal Center Protests Dutch VideoWiesenthal Center writes letter to Dutch PM on shocking video in which Dutch teens say they regret that Hitler didn't finish job he began. 'Real Treat to be Attending AIPAC Conference'Director for Israeli Center for Political Training told Arutz Sheva that it is “a real treat” to be attending 2013 AIPAC policy conference. Bulgaria Admits Failing to Save Thousands of JewsBulgarian parliament for the first time admitted Friday failing to save over 11,000 Jews from territories under its control in Holocaust. Israeli Ambassador Cancels Event, Cites Turkish PMIsrael's ambassador has joined other Jewish leaders in abandoning a high-level interfaith German event to protest Turkish participation. Poll: 38 Percent of Americans Oppose HagelA new poll has shown that 38 percent of Americans hold an unfavorable opinion of Chuck Hagel as secretary of defense. Hungarian Jews Urge Ban on Hitler-Ally StreetHungarian Jewish organization calls for ban on naming of public areas after country's wartime leader and ally of Adolf Hitler. Jews Denounce 'Mischievous' Mossad ClaimsZionist Federation of Australia denounced “totally uninformed and mischievous” reports that purpose of Israel programs is Mossad recruitment Netanyahu Recommends Sharansky For Second TermPM Netanyahu recommends Natan Sharansky be appointed to a second term as head of the Jewish Agency. Surviving Auschwitz Synagogue on Verge of CollapseA synagogue near the former Nazi death camp of Auschwitz is on the verge of collapse, officials warned last week. Savior of Jews Turned Israel BoycotterFrench group that helped Jews during Holocaust declined to attend commemoration, deeming its sponsor overly supportive of Israel. Chomsky Backs British MP's Attack on 'The Jews'Virulent Israel-basher Noam Chomsky has lent his support to British MEP David Ward who has come under fire for "the Jews" remarks.British MEP Renews 'Jew' AttacksBritish MEP David Ward may face new disciplinary action over his offensive and derogatory comments about "the Jews."Detroit Auschwitz Sign 'Malicious Act' of HatredADL expresses outrage over 'Arbeit Macht Frei' Auschwitz sign at Packard Plant in Detroit. Latest Anti-Semitic Conspiracy Theory 'Too Absurd'“It would seem that no allegation made against Jews and Israel is too absurd,” says ADL of latest anti-Semitic conspiracy theory. Morsi: Jewish Slurs Taken Out of ContextEgyptian President Mohammed Morsi defended his rancorous anti-Semitic comments, claiming that they were taken out of context. Germany Marks 80 Yrs Since Hitler's Rise to PowerGermany is marking the 80th anniversary of Adolf Hitler's rise to power with the inauguration of an exhibition in Berlin. Obama: We'll Preserve Principle of 'Never Again'Obama commemorated Holocaust Remembrance Day by vowing “to stand in the way of any tyrant or dictator who commits crimes against humanity.” PA: Balfour Dec. Was Ideal to Get Rid of JewsPA TV: Europe supported the Balfour Declaration because it "saw it as an ideal solution to get rid of [Jews]." EU Jews to Israel: Allocate Funds for 'Hasbara'A top European Jewish leader urged newly elected Israeli government to appropriate funds to improving Israel’s image overseas. Austrian Neo-Nazi Sentenced to 9 Years in PrisonA Viennese court sentenced a neo-Nazi figure in Austria to nine years in prison for his role in launching a website that glorifies Nazism. Witness Found in Trial of Nazi War CriminalSlovak police have found a key witness in the case of suspected Nazi war criminal Laszlo Csatary, Hungarian media reported.Auschwitz Records 1.43 Million Visitors in 2012The Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp memorial and museum registered 1.43 million visitors in 2012, a record number in its 65-year history. Catholic Sect Calls Jews 'Enemies of Church'Vatican reaffirms its commitment to dialogue with Jews after head of a traditionalist breakaway group called them "enemies of the Church."Resignation of 'Unacceptable' Morsi Aide WelcomedADL welcomes resignation of adviser to Egyptian President Morsi who called for Jews of Egyptian descent to return to Egypt, "leave Israel". German Candidate Sanctioned for 'Milah' RemarksGerman party urged to withdraw candidate from state election after he used expletive language to describe Jews who practice circumcision. SWC Issues Travel Advisory for CopenhagenThe Simon Wiesenthal Center issued a travel advisory for Denmark in wake of warnings by Israel’s ambassador. San Francisco's Only Fresh Kosher Market to CloseSan Francisco's only kosher market is closing its doors, making it the only major North American city without a fresh kosher grocery. Imam Accused of Inciting Hatred Against JewsTunisian group for minorities has lodged a complaint against an imam, accusing him of inciting hatred against Jews in a fiery sermon. TV 'Hitlerland' Series Expected to Grip AudiencesNew TV drama, based on novel "Hitlerland", will relay "fictional tapestry of political intrigue. pursuit of power and personal danger." Finnish Official: Jews Control Money, Media in USFinnish official asserts on state television that Jews hold vast control over wealth, media, thus impeding neutrality in US Mideast stance. European Jews Urge Reversal of Polish Shechita Ban"Kosher butchering is essential for sustenance of Jewish life" assert European Jewish leaders, urging reversal of Polish shechita ban. It's 'High Time' for Norwegian ApologiesNorwegian police director: I want to apologize on behalf of all those who were responsible for deportation of Jews during WWII. Spain Eases Naturalization for Sephardic JewsSpain announced Thursday that it would grant automatic citizenship to Jews of Sephardic descent as a further gesture of reconciliation. Germany's SPD 'Strategic' Fatah Ties 'Shameful'German Jewry issued harsh criticism of country’s main opposition party after it had announced launch of a “strategic dialogue” with Fatah. BBC Intentionally Failed to Warn Jews During WWIIA recent documentary explored whether the BBC's Hungarian service could have done more to save the country’s Jews during the Holocaust. Norway Lambasted for Substantiating Anti-SemitismJewish groups have harshly criticized Norway's King Harald V for his decision to award a royal service medal to notorious anti-Semite. Orthodox Leaders Refused to Support Romney70% of the Jewish population voting for Obama may show a grave disconnect between Israel and the Jewish population abroad. |
