12-year-old boy arrested in antisemitic attack investigation in Bed-Stuy: NYPD * Brooklyn Paper
Rise in hate crimes, especially anti-Semitic incidents, seen in recent data and manifested in incidents like the assault on two Jewish children in Bed-Stuy. [ more ]
Crazed cabbie who tried to mow down NYC Jewish students has a troubling history
The deranged cab driver involved in the anti-Semitic attack had a history of disturbing behavior and had been sent to hospital psych wards multiple times for evaluation. [ more ]
Campus arrests spread as students press on with pro-Palestinian protests
Protests against financial ties to Israel and cease-fire calls escalate on U.S. college campuses, leading to clashes, arrests, disruptions and cancellations. [ more ]
Inside the Latest Congressional Hearing on Campus Antisemitism
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House Committee on Education and the Workforce questioned university leaders over response to student protests against US involvement in the Israel-Gaza war. [ more ]
NYPD officer fired gun during raid on Columbia's Hamilton Hall that was illegally taken by anti-Israel protesters: DA
An NYPD officer fired a gun during the operation at Columbia University, sparking controversies and discussions on the handling of anti-Israel protesters. [ more ]
Ex-Trump Flack McEnany Claims Trump Is Moral Authority' on Anti-Semitism
Kayleigh McEnany defended Donald Trump as the moral authority on anti-Semitism and criticized President Joe Biden for not prioritizing certain issues. [ more ]
Why the Gaza debate is driving Jewish families from Oakland schools: This feels threatening to us'
Jewish families in Oakland feel their trauma and experiences of anti-Semitism are being ignored or minimized by the community and schools
Several families are pulling their students out of the Oakland Unified School District due to concerns for their safety and the one-sided stance of teachers [ more ]
Conservative judges say they will boycott Columbia University students
Conservative federal judges threaten not to hire law clerks from Columbia University due to the institution's handling of pro-Palestinian protests. [ more ]
Warsaw synagogue hit with apparent firebomb attack
Politicians and faith leaders condemn firebomb attack at Nożyk Synagogue in Warsaw, highlighting the ongoing prevalence of anti-Semitism in Europe. [ more ]
Diplomatic spat erupts between Poland and Israel after WCK killings in Gaza
Accusations of anti-Semitism following the killing of aid workers sparked a diplomatic crisis between Poland and Israel.
Israel's ambassador blamed extreme elements in Poland for accusing Israel of intentional murder and emphasized Israel's stance against anti-Semitism. [ more ]
Columbia president faces anti-Semitism Congress hearing: What's at stake?
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik faces congressional committee over allegations of failing to protect against rising anti-Semitism. [ more ]
As a new generation rises, tension between free speech and inclusivity on college campuses simmers
Older generations believe in free speech with the belief that good ideas will rise above bad ones, but younger generations on college campuses have a newer version of free speech that places importance on avoiding harm.
These young generations draw lines around language that leads to damage and incorporate histories of privilege and oppression in their judgments of free speech. [ more ]
Pro-Israel lawyers demand Met investigate 'intimidating' Palestine flags in Tower Hamlets
UK Lawyers for Israel have called for an investigation into the display of Palestine flags in an east London borough, claiming it could incite violence against Jews.
Tower Hamlets, the borough in question, has the largest Muslim population in the UK, but claims it is not aware of any criminal offenses being committed through the display of Palestinian flags. [ more ]
Berkeley Unified accused of failing to protect students against anti-Semitism
The federal complaint filed against Berkeley Unified School District alleges a failure to protect Jewish and Israeli students from anti-Semitic and anti-Israel rhetoric.
The complaint accuses educators of indoctrinating students with pro-Hamas videos, anti-Semitic imagery, and encouraging hate messages against Israel. [ more ]
Germany's crackdown on pro-Palestinian activism in response to a student protest at Freie Universitat Berlin reflects a broader societal assault on expressions of solidarity with the Palestinian people.
The German government and institutions are implementing a zero-tolerance policy on anti-Semitism, leading to legal and media harassment of individuals supporting Palestinian causes. [ more ]
Jewish teachers angry at 'one-sided' talks in NYC school where students chanted 'destroy Israel!'
New approach to address anti-semitism in schools by implementing consequences for students and providing training for educators.
Controversy at High School for Community Leadership in Jamaica Hills with one-sided lecture series about the Middle East war stirring outrage and concerns about indoctrination. [ more ]
Roger Waters on Gaza, resistance and doing the right thing
Roger Waters, co-founder of Pink Floyd, is an outspoken voice for Palestine, facing backlash for his activism.
Waters' activism includes criticism of Israeli government policies, with opponents accusing him of anti-Semitism and attempting to vilify his beliefs. [ more ]
Paul Currie banned from Soho Theatre after 'hounding out Jewish audience members'
Comedian Paul Currie has been banned from London's Soho Theatre after verbally abusing and hounding Jewish audience members out of his show.
Soho Theatre condemned Currie's actions as appalling and stated that intimidation of audience members based on nationality, race, religion, or beliefs will not be tolerated. [ more ]
Jewish Harvard students sue university over its 'double standard' in addressing discrimination
Jewish Harvard students file federal discrimination lawsuit against the university, alleging a double standard in protecting Jewish students from harassment.
The lawsuit claims that the university allows anti-Semitic acts to go unpunished while enforcing policies against other forms of discrimination.
Harvard officials are accused of enabling and tolerating anti-Semitism and ignoring Jewish students' pleas for protection. [ more ]