Antisemitism — 13 Latest News (Daily)

Apr 18

"Right to freedom of opinion": Hallervorden sees no anti-Semitism in Gaza poem: In a three-minute video, cabaret artist Dieter Hallervorden recites a poem about ...

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Apr 18

NYPD Detains Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Columbia University: School officials asked police to clear an encampment a day after Columbia’s president testified ...

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Quick Glance: Over 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested at Columbia Campus

Columbia President Shafik authorized the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters on the campus.

Protests were against Israel's actions in Gaza.

Demonstrators violated school rules by holding unauthorized protests.

Protests demanded a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and university divestment.

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Apr 11

TV duel for the Thuringian state election: Seven statements by Höcke and Voigt in the fact check

spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/tv-duell-zur-thueringer-landtagswahl-sieben-aussagen-von-hoecke-und-voigt-im-faktencheck-a-c3c045b5-e6b6-4828-b3b5-d57fdd3cce39

Quick Glance: Voigt accuses Höcke of 'dilly-dallying' after TV duel

Thuringia's CDU leader Mario Voigt defends public confrontation with AfD far-right extremist Björn Höcke as meaningful.

Voigt highlights differences between CDU and Höcke's far-right extremist group.

Poll shows 29% support for AfD in Thuringia despite Höcke's extremism.

Voigt advocates for reason and warns against chaos from exiting Euro and EU.

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Apr 17

Columbia University president slams campus antisemitism: Nemat Shafik also defended her handling of Israel-Gaza war protests, during a congressional hearing.

bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68838018

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Apr 17

4 Takeaways from Today’s Hearing on Antisemitism at Columbia University: The closely watched hearing included several tense exchanges between members of Congress ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/17/nyregion/columbia-university-antisemitism-hearing-takeaways.html

Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism

Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.

Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.

University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.

The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.

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Apr 17

What to Know About the Turmoil at Colleges Over the Israel-Hamas War: On campus, the debate over free speech and antisemitism has only become more charged.

nytimes.com/2024/04/17/us/israel-hamas-war-colleges-antisemitism.html

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Apr 07

First statement since the scandal: Gil Ofarim is selling his guitars: Gil Ofarim has remained silent since the anti-Semitism scandal. Now the singer is selling ...

n-tv.de/leute/Gil-Ofarim-verkauft-seine-Gitarren-article24851492.html

Quick Glance: Gil Ofarim Returns: New Beginning with Music and Guitar Sale

Gil Ofarim returns after Antisemitism scandal and announces guitar sale.

In a video, he showcases different guitars and shares their stories, including one from his late father.

Ofarim also announces new music and hopes for a fresh start in his career.

Fans have mixed reactions to his comeback, with some expressing joy and others demanding a public apology.

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Apr 16

Antisemitic incidents in the US reached record high last year, up 140% from 2022, ADL says

cnn.com/2024/04/16/us/adl-antisemtism-2023-audit-reaj/

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Apr 11

ADL gives Harvard and a dozen other universities failing grades on campus antisemitism | CNN Business

cnn.com/2024/04/11/business/adl-antisemitism-report-card/

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Apr 16

Tucker Carlson went after Israel — and even Trumpy conservatives are mad: Carlson mainstreamed antisemitism for a long time, and conservatives seemed not to care ...

vox.com/2024/4/16/24131384/tucker-carlson-interview-israel-palestine-munther-isaac

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Apr 04

Most Jewish families applying for college have eliminated a school based on rising antisemitism: Survey

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Apr 12

Jews are part of the history of France, but are they part of its future?: Antisemitism, unassimilated immigrant populations, and challenges to French national ...

jpost.com/diaspora/article-796642

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Apr 11

“You understand that I’m a semite myself, right?” While speaking to Channel 4 in an interview that was published on Thursday ... Show more

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Apr 09

New video message: Ex-SWR presenter Helen Fares defends her BDS posts: Former SWR presenter Helen Fares commented on the anti-Semitism allegations on Instagram ...

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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Moderator: SWR Responds to Political Statements

SWR relieves moderator Helen Fares of her duties due to political statements made on social media.

Fares promoted an app to identify Israeli products, leading to accusations of antisemitism.

Previous controversies involving Fares resulted in issues with other organizations such as Aktion Mensch.

Criticism of Fares' behavior and SWR's response comes from politicians and journalists who label the boycott stance as antisemitic.

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Apr 13

“You are taking a Jewish person, and then you’re talking about antisemitism.” German police shut down a pro-Palestine conference on Friday ... Show more

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Apr 18

The New York Times’ coverage of Tel Aviv’s onslaught on Palestine’s Gaza has heavily favoured Israel, including disproportionately emphasising Israeli deaths ... Show more

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Apr 17

Three takeaways from the Columbia University president’s testimony on antisemitism

cnn.com/2024/04/17/business/takeaways-columbia-antisemitism-hearing/

Quick Glance: Three Insights from Columbia University President's Testimony on Antisemitism

Shafik confirmed that Professor Massad is under investigation for discriminatory remarks and that there will be consequences for professors making antisemitic statements.

President Shafik was more prepared than others on questions about antisemitism, confirming that chanting mobs make antisemitic comments.

Several professors at Columbia University are under investigation for antisemitic remarks and behaviors, potentially facing consequences.

Despite efforts to combat antisemitic threats, Shafik acknowledged that there is much more work to be done to balance free speech and ensuring safety for all students.

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Apr 12

New York Congressman introduces bill to federally apply IHRA definition of antisemitism

jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-796645

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Apr 11

Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduce bill targeting antisemitism: A bipartisan group of Senators and Representatives introduced a pair of bills Wednesday to ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4587266-bipartisan-group-of-lawmakers-introduce-bill-targeting-antisemitism/

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Apr 17

WATCH LIVE: Columbia University’s president testifies at House antisemitism hearing

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Apr 18

USA TODAY antisemitism survey: Antisemitism is on the rise in America. We'd like to hear from you about what you've seen, heard and felt.

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Apr 04

Diplomatic spat erupts between Poland and Israel after WCK killings in Gaza: Israel’s ambassador has sparked outrage for accusing Poles of anti-Semitism ...

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NPR

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Apr 17

Columbia University president is set to testify about antisemitism on campus: The testimony from Columbia's president comes several months after lawmakers ...

npr.org/2024/04/17/1245168995/columbia-university-testimony-antisemitism

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Apr 12

Once a tolerant haven, Holland sees antisemitism surge as Jews across Europe scent danger

timesofisrael.com/once-a-tolerant-haven-holland-sees-antisemitism-surge-as-jews-across-europe-scent-danger/

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Apr 14

Pro-Israel demonstration in Berlin: Hundreds protest at the Brandenburg Gate after Iran's attack

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Apr 12

Controversial Palestine Congress: "It's about pure hatred of Israel, it's about pure anti-Semitism"

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ZDF

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Apr 10

After the Berlinale scandal: Director does not want to tolerate hate: After the awards ceremony at the Berlinale 2024, there were allegations of anti-Semitism ...

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Apr 12

Torres urges New York colleges to curb antisemitism following ADL’s report: Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) called on New York colleges to curb antisemitism ...

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Apr 06

California governor Newsom releases plan to combat record levels of antisemitism: In the five months following October 7, antisemitic incidents on California ...

jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-795661

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Apr 07

Oldenburg: Unknown people throw incendiary device at synagogue: The Jewish community in Oldenburg has fallen victim to an arson attack. A caretaker team was able ...

stern.de/panorama/verbrechen/oldenburg--unbekannte-werfen-brandsatz-auf-synagoge-34603620.html

Quick Glance: Arson Attack on Oldenburg Synagogue - Police and State Security Investigate

A synagogue in Oldenburg was targeted in an arson attack, highlighting a surge in antisemitic crimes in Germany.

Unknown perpetrators threw an incendiary device at the synagogue, with no injuries reported. The police and state security are actively searching for the culprits.

Politicians strongly condemned the attack and emphasized the importance of apprehending the perpetrators. The incident underscores the presence of antisemitism in society.

Antisemitic crimes have been on the rise for months, leading to increased security measures and investigations. The attacks span across all federal states and manifest in various forms.

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'You're quite openly Jewish': Met apologises after comment by officer near pro-Palestine demo

itv.com/news/london/2024-04-19/met-apologises-after-youre-quite-openly-jewish-comment-by-officer

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Apr 17

Here's what you need to know about 'Campaign Against Antisemitism,' the British NGO which has been criticised for its anti-Muslim bias ... Show more

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Apr 18

Antisemitism is on the rise. Some places you feel that, Jews in America say, some places you don’t. Here's what Jews, famous and not, had to say about it: eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/18/antisemitism-america-rising-passover-jews-speak-out/73165421007/

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Apr 04

Stefanik raised more than $7 million in first quarter, after grilling colleges on antisemitism

politico.com/news/2024/04/04/stefanik-raised-more-than-7-million-in-first-quarter-after-grilling-colleges-on-antisemitism-00150510

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Apr 12

A victory for anti-Zionists in the UK: A landmark employment tribunal has given anti-Zionists in the United Kingdom renewed courage to speak up.

aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/4/8/a-victory-for-anti-zionists-in-the-uk

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Apr 16

The Congresswoman Going After Elite Universities on Antisemitism: Representative Virginia Foxx is a blunt partisan. But her life in rural North Carolina informs ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/virginia-foxx-harvard-antisemitism.html

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Apr 15

This is shown by data from the statistics on politically motivated crime.www.tagesspiegel.de/politik/folgen-des-krieges-in-nahost-viel-mehr-antisemitische-und-islamfeindliche-straftaten-11516210.html

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Metro (British newspaper)

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Apr 16

Rachel Riley accuses Apple of antisemitism over flag emoji: Some iPhone users have spotted a controversial bug in the latest update which suggests the ...

metro.co.uk/2024/04/16/apple-still-hasnt-fixed-emoji-bug-centre-antisemitism-row-20656809/

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Apr 12

NYC Schools Chief to Testify as Congress Expands Antisemitism Inquiry: A congressional committee that questioned college presidents about how they have handled ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/12/nyregion/nyc-schools-chancellor-antisemitism-congress-hearing.html

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Apr 05

“No Other Land”: Israeli Director Slams Claims of Antisemitism for Apartheid Comment at Berlinale

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Apr 10

From “exposing left-wing double standards” to “Franz Josef Wagner at three per mille”: The debate about a new song by the band Antilopen Gang shows how ... Show more www.tagesspiegel.de/kultur/neuer-song-der-antilopen-gang-zwischen-springerpresse-rap-und-antisemitismuskritik-11483483.html

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Apr 06

Alex Edelman on grieving his best friend, letting go of 'Just For Us' with new HBO special

usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/04/06/alex-edelman-just-for-us-hbo/73166668007/

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Apr 10

Bipartisan group of lawmakers to introduce bill targeting antisemitism: A bipartisan group of lawmakers is looking to address concerns among American Jews that ...

nbcnews.com/politics/congress/bipartisan-lawmakers-bill-targeting-antisemitism-israel-hamas-gaza-rcna146674

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Apr 04

Jewish celebrities and pro-Israel influencers including Michael Rappaport and rapper Matisyahu were honored for their work combating antisemitism in a special ... Show more

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Oil markets are on edge after an Israeli airstrike on Iran: Oil markets have been jittery ever since Israel’s invasion of the Gaza Strip began last year

qz.com/oil-prices-israel-iran-1851421619

Quick Glance: Escalating Middle East Tensions Shake World Markets

Reports of an Israeli attack on Iranian soil potentially dragging the Middle East into a deeper conflict have rattled world markets with geopolitical risks.

Stocks fell, oil briefly rose over $3 per barrel, and safe-haven government bonds rallied.

The heightened tensions bring fresh uncertainty and fuel concerns that high oil prices and potential supply disruptions will keep inflation high.

Energy stocks benefit from higher oil prices, while demand for safe-havens like US or German bonds rises amid renewed inflation risks from rising oil.

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Apr 17

Congressional committee grills Columbia University president on campus antisemitism

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Apr 16

USC Cancels Valedictorian’s Speech After Claims of Antisemitism: The university cited security concerns at the graduation. But the student, who is Muslim ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/usc-valedictorian-speech-gaza-war.html

Quick Glance: USC Valedictorian Criticizes School For Cancelling Her Speech

USC announced Asna Tabassum as the Class of 2024 valedictorian, but the school canceled her speech.

The cancellation was due to security concerns related to social media and the conflict in the Middle East.

Tabassum criticized the university for the decision and felt disappointed.

The school will not select a replacement for Tabassum at the main graduation ceremony.

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Apr 07

German hip-hop band: Antilopen Gang denounce anti-Semitism in new song: In “October in Europe” the rap trio Antilopen Gang criticizes the telling silence of many ...

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USC Has Buckled Under Neo-McCarthyism by Cancelling Its Valedictorian’s Speech: Asna Tabassum’s solidarity with Palestinians, especially as a hijab-wearing ...

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IndieWire Apr 17

Barbra Streisand Records New Song for 'Tattooist of Auschwitz': Barbra Streisand released her first song for a TV series with 'The Tattooist of ...

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Apr 18

Christopher Wray says FBI on alert for threats against Jews ahead of Passover: He said the bureau is "particularly concerned" that lone actors could ...

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Man accuses American university students of anti-Semitism by plastering their faces on the side of a ‘doxxing’ truck outside Columbia University campus ... Show more #IsraelGaza #Antisemitism #Palestine #ColumbiaUniversity #UnreportedWorld

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Apr 18

Mélenchon hits back at anti-Semitism accusations, after conference canceled: 'They know they're lying'

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Richmond Times-Dispatch

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Apr 17

Schapiro: Antisemitism at UVa? Depends who you ask: The debate over alleged antisemitism at the Thomas Jefferson-founded University of Virginia is dividing ...

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Apr 15

Rachel Riley apologises for 'misunderstood' mall stabbings tweet amid sack calls: Channel 4 has been urged to sack Countdown star Rachel Riley after she was ...

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White House not commenting on Israel's attack in Iran: The White House avoids comment on Israel's strike on Isfahan, emphasizing deescalation ...

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Apr 14

“Palestine Congress” in Berlin: “See you on the street”: Berlin's security authorities banned the “Palestine Congress” after a few minutes ...

sueddeutsche.de/politik/berlin-antisemitismus-palaestina-kongress-polizei-1.6550934

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Apr 18

Tsai attends Holocaust remembrance event: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan

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St. Pölten and National Socialism: St. Pölten's Nazi history cannot only be reduced to the “Anschluss” in 1938. The NSDAP had already shaped the cityscape with ...

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SWI swissinfo.ch

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Anti-Semitism ‘played no role’ in Raiffeisen Switzerland bank business: A report commissioned by the bank found no evidence of anti-Semitism in its banking ...

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Axios (website)

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Apr 17

Columbia leadership's "gross negligence" endangered Jewish students, Foxx says

axios.com/2024/04/17/columbia-university-congress-antisemitism-hearing

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Apr 15

Varoufakis: Greek former finance minister banned from entering Germany: His appearance at the "Palestine Congress" in Berlin has been canceled ...

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Apr 17

Swastika ban: National Council wants to ban extremist symbols: Extremist symbols should be banned in Switzerland. The increasing anti-Semitism makes the demand ...

tagesanzeiger.ch/hakenkreuz-verbot-nationalrat-will-extremistische-symbole-verbieten-430852612593

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New York Magazine

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Apr 18

Columbia University student protestors set up a group of around 50 tents yesterday morning, calling it the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and demanding Columbia to ... Show more

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Apr 18

In a documentary that aired last week on Channel 12, Israeli journalists אלעד שמחיוף Elad Simchayoff Simchayoff and Ohad Hemo traveled to Malmö ... Show more

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Apr 18

Philipp Peyman Angel: "My mother feels homeless again": The Jewish family of journalist Philipp Peyman Engel once fled Iran for Germany. The people here don't ...

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Apr 18

Columbia president tries to give Congress 'right' answers on fighting antisemitism

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Apr 18

Decoding Antisemitism: How anti-Semitic comments changed after October 7th: A group of researchers examined anti-Semitic comments on social media following the ...

zeit.de/gesellschaft/2024-04/antisemitismus-kommentare-studie-israel-decoding-antisemitism

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Apr 04

Gaza war: Pole dies in attack, scandal with Israel's ambassador in Warsaw: In Poland, a leftist criticizes Israel after the killing of a Pole ...

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Apr 18

Raiffeisen's founding period was investigated for anti-Semitism: Raiffeisen Switzerland has had the role of anti-Semitic positions in its own history examined ...

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Boston Herald

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Apr 18

Editorial: Talk isn’t enough – fighting antisemitism takes action: To combat antisemitism, one must also combat ignorance.

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PBS

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Columbia University president faces House committee investigating antisemitism on campus

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Apr 17

Columbia University's president is the latest scapegoat in America's antisemitism wars

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Apr 17

Columbia officials dodge pitfalls that caught Harvard, Penn: A quartet of Columbia University officials largely avoided a viral breakout moment in a Wednesday ...

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Central News Agency (Taiwan)

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Apr 17

Envoys warn of rising antisemitism at Taipei Holocaust Remembrance event - Focus Taiwan

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Apr 17

Students at Columbia University are clashing over Israel-Gaza, with Jewish students reporting feeling unsafe and pro-Palestinian students arguing that the ... Show more #IsraelGaza #Palestine #ColumbiaUniversity #Antisemitism #Gaza #UnreportedWorld

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Fox Business

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Apr 17

The new testimony comes several months after another hearing on campus antisemitism, where lawmakers grilled the presidents of Harvard ... Show more

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Regionalmedien Austria

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Apr 17

"Goldi and Goldinchen": A fairy tale with a serious background - Gmünd: Rainer König-Hollerwöger wrote a book of fairy tales. Anti-Semitism is also discussed ...

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New York Post

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Apr 12

Apple accused of antisemitism for suggesting Palestine flag when iPhone users typed ‘Jerusalem’ — but tech giant says it’s a ‘bug’

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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Palestine Flag When Typing 'Jerusalem'

iPhone users discover the Palestinian flag as a suggested emoji, sparking mixed reactions.

The debate over Jerusalem as a capital city fuels discussions about the emoji suggestions.

While some accuse Apple of antisemitism, others praise the Palestine flag positively.

Apple confirms that the Palestine flag as an emoji is unintentional and will be changed with the next update.

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expats.cz Apr 15

🪧 Hundreds of people marched through the streets of Prague Sunday afternoon to protest anti-Semitism and show their support for Israel ... Show more expats.cz/r/yhlov

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