CUNY faculty group denounces anti-Israel student gov resolution
CUNY Alliance for Inclusion slams "demonizing" anti-Israel resolution passed by the university’s law school student government.
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ADL In Concert Against Hate honors leaders fighting anti-Semitism
ADL is recognizing six people for their extraordinary courage when confronted with bigotry and hate as part of ADL In Concert Against Hate.
Three swastikas found on Indiana University campus over 24 hours
Three swastikas were found on and near the Indiana University Bloomington campus over the weekend.
Miami Beach synagogue vandalized with swastika during Hanukkah
The rabbi of a synagogue in Miami Beach is speaking out several days after Temple Emanu-El was vandalized during Hanukkah.
ADL: Anti-Israel activity isolates Jewish students
New ADL report finds that anti-Israel groups on university campuses continue to vilify and ostracize pro-Israel and Jewish students.
Anti-Semitic message left outside University of Wisconsin Hillel
Anti-Semitic message written on the sidewalk in front of Hillel office placed there on the first night of Hanukkah.
US places new sanctions on Iran for human rights abuses
Sanctions come as renewed talks on Iran's nuclear program make no progress.
Kansas City Chabad house vandalized during Hanukkah
Vandals trash books and papers, destroy electrical wiring and leave water damage requiring extensive repairs.
Rep Devin Nunes to become CEO of Trump's new media firm
Key Trump ally is resigning from Congress to become CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group.
US announces diplomatic boycott of 2022 Winter Olympics
US will not send government officials to 2022 Winter Olympics due to China's human rights "atrocities".
Swastika found at New Jersey synagogue condemned by community
A swastika sticker found on the synagogue's parking lot sign has been swiftly rebuked by local community leaders who are calling for unity.
Jewish ‘Band of Brothers’ officer Edward Shames dead at 99
Edward Shames, the World War II veteran who was the last living members of the "Band of Brothers," has died.
After lengthy legal battle, Ohio house given okay to be a shul
Contentious legal dispute between The Aleksander Shul and University Heights, Ohio resolved as synagogue given special use permits.
California man who threatened to murder Jews found guilty
Ross Farca faces more than nine years in prison after being found guilty of threatening to murder Jews in a 2019 online post.
Senators call for sanctions over plot to abduct Iranian activist
Two US Senators seek to impose sanctions on Iran over attempt to kidnap journalist and activist Masih Alinejad earlier in the year.
Ohio governor addresses campus anti-Semitism in Hanukkah letter
Ohio Gov Mike DeWine wrote to university presidents asking them to combat the "alarming trend" of increasing anti-Semitism on campuses.
Anti-Semitic flyers found on driveways in Houston, Texas suburb
Missouri City residents shocked and concerned after finding flyers on their driveways.
US reports first case of Omicron variant
A traveler who returned from South Africa on November 22 and tested positive on November 29 is first US case of new COVID-19 variant.
Anti-Semitic banner hung at Jewish center in Miami-Dade
Banner containing white supremacist and neo-Nazi references found on fence of Homestead Jewish Center shortly before Hanukkah.
Jewish Federation’s anti-hate ad rejected by Facebook
Florida Jewish Federation's ad putting the spotlight on combating anti-Semitism and hate was rejected by Facebook without explanation.
Six-foot tall menorah stolen from home in Florida
In response, local Chabad brings family nine-foot tall menorah to "spread it even more."
Pennsylvania college Jewish center defaced with Hitler stickers
Anti-Semitic stickers were plastered on the sign of the Asbell Center for Jewish Life at Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA.
Shine A Light campaign illuminates dangers of anti-Semitism
Initiative by 60 Jewish and non-Jewish orgs running throughout Hanukkah illuminates the dangers of anti-Semitism.
Multiple victims in school shooting in Oxford, Michigan
Three students are dead and six injured after a 15-year old opened fire at a high school in Oxford, Michigan.
Brooklyn Jewish children as young as three targeted by attackers
Three assaults by the same group against Jewish children prompt the ADL to offer a $10,000 reward for info leading to arrest and conviction.
US lawmakers urge Biden to request Iron Dome supplemental funding
Addressing the president, group of mostly Democrats calls on White House to include $1 billion for the Iron Dome in upcoming legislation.
Washington man charged with hate crime against Jewish neighbor
Man from Bellingham, Washington is facing hate crime charges for allegedly yelling anti-Semitic abuse at his Jewish neighbor.
Pennsylvania city's menorah vandalized before start of Hanukkah
A menorah in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania was vandalized on Friday night, two days before the start of Hanukkah.
Rabbinical org blasts Duke for vetoing approval of pro-Israel club
Coalition for Jewish Values denounces decision as "unacceptable," calls it a "double standard at play."
NASA spacecraft will test smash an asteroid to 'save the planet'
Experiment will test whether knocking asteroid off trajectory could one day be used to prevent a space rock from crashing into the Earth.
New US Ambassador: I will be making my home in Jerusalem
Tom Nides, the new US ambassador in Israel, arrives in the country to begin his term in the position.
Trump Thanksgiving message hints at 2024 presidential run
Trump used his Thursday Thanksgiving message to hint at a possible 2024 presidential run, assuring supporters “we will be great again.”
Vandal defaces historic Idaho building with swastika, '666' tag
Boise police are asking for information after anti-Semitic graffiti was spray painted on the front of a historic downtown building.
ADL accuses Michigan politician of sending anti-Jewish email
The Michigan chapter of the ADL is accusing a Birmingham, Michigan politician of sending an email containing anti-Jewish tropes.
Ohio man gets jail term, fine for harassing Jewish neighbours
Columbus, Ohio man repeatedly threatened and yelled anti-Semitic obscenities at his Jewish neighbours, and also threw rocks at their house.
New Jersey federation hires ex-police chief as head of security
The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey has hired former Cherry Hill, NJ police chief as its new head of security.
Orlando Jewish Federation slams gun store's sign featuring Hitler
Local Jewish leaders call out gun store’s window display in support of gun rights featuring a photo of Hitler talking about gun control.
Anti-Semitic graffiti again found at Austin, Texas high school
Austin high school vandalized with anti-Semitic graffiti in late October experiences a second incident of similar hateful graffiti.
US condemns Jerusalem shooting attack
State Department condemns terrorist attack in the Old City in which Eliyahu David Kay was murdered.
Vice President Harris' communications director resigns
The resignation of Ashley Etienne comes amid horrific poll numbers for Harris and growing criticism of the Vice President.
US intends to move forward with sale of F-35s to UAE
US official says Washington intends to move forward with sale F-35 jets to UAE which was agreed upon during Trump administration.
Ambassador Erdan to accompany US Ambassador in Israel
US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas Greenfield, will visit Yad Vashem and meet Israel’s President and Prime Minister.
Message to Iran: Israel, UAE, Bahrain, USA hold drill in Red Sea
This is the first naval drill Israel has publicly held with Gulf states since the Abraham Accords were signed last year.
US: About 900,000 children have been vaccinated so far
White House says about 900,000 children ages 5 to 11 have received their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
US concerned after UAE Foreign Minister meets Assad
State Department spokesperson stresses US does not support efforts to normalize Syrian President.
Germany, France, UK, US concerned about Iran's nuclear program
Leaders of Germany, France, United Kingdom and United States expressed "grave and growing concern" about Iran's nuclear program.
US: Sudan-Israel normalization may have to be evaluated
State Department says US is halting $700 million in aid to Sudan after military takeover in the country.
US sources: Soon we'll have to take action against Iran
Tehran may be intentionally taking its time returning to negotiations, sources say.
US to allow entry to vaccinated EU, UK travelers
Foreign nationals flying to the United States will be required to be fully vaccinated before boarding an airplane to the U.S.
US drone strike eliminates ISIS-K operative
Targeted US drone strike in eastern Afghanistan reported to leave ISIS-K operative dead, with no civilian casualties.
US: Relations with Afghan government depend on Taliban's actions
State Department says US will only recognize a Taliban government if it respects the rights of women and shuns movements such as Al-Qaeda.
North Korea: South Korea and US risking 'huge security crisis'
North Korea issues another warning to South Korea and the United States amid their joint military drills.
US to require foreign travelers to be vaccinated
Biden administration developing plan that would require most international travelers entering the US to be fully vaccinated.
US condemns rocket attacks from Lebanon on Israel
State Department spokesman says Washington will remain engaged with Israeli and Lebanese partners to de-escalate the situation.
Fauci: I don't think we're going to see lockdowns
Top US expert on infectious diseases rules out a return to lockdowns, despite the rise in number of coronavirus cases.
Erdan congratulates Biden's anti-Semitism envoy
Ambassador Gilad Erdan congratulates Deborah Lipstadt who was nominated to be the State Department’s anti-Semitism envoy.
US position on Western Sahara remains unchanged under Biden
Trump agreed to recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Sahara as part of the deal in which Morocco normalized ties with Israel.
US ramping up pressure on Poland over restitution law
US special envoy for Holocaust issues says Polish legislation "would cause irreparable harm to both Jews and non-Jews".
US to purchase 200 million more Pfizer doses
The doses are expected to be delivered from October 2021 through April 2022.
Chair of Trump's inaugural committee released on bail
Tom Barrack faces charges he secretly worked as an agent for the United Arab Emirates to influence Trump´s foreign policy.
