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If NY can expel Betar, why not anti-Israel extremists?
3+ hour, 13+ min ago (339+ words) New York Attorney General Letitia James said that her office had uncovered evidence that Betar US had engaged in widespread persecution of "Muslim, Arab, Palestinian, and Jewish New Yorkers in violation of civil rights laws. Under threat of a $50,000 fine,…...
Anti-Israel activists plan protest against Nefesh b'Nefesh Aliyah event in New York City
1+ week, 3+ day ago (269+ words) Anti-Israel activists are planning to protest against an Israeli immigration event in New York City on Wednesday. Palestinian Assembly for Liberation (PAL)-Awda NY/NJ is leading several groups in protesting Nefesh B'Nefesh's Manhattan "NBN on tour" event, which is…...
Gov. Hochul says she stepped in to block demolition of historic Brooklyn shul
2+ week, 2+ day ago (69+ words) [Interior of the Kingsbrook Synagogue. (photo credit: Courtesy Kingsbrook Synagogue)]For nearly 100 years, the synagogue has served Jewish hospital patrons and residents in the surrounding neighborhoods of East Flatbush and Crown Heights. Gov. Hochul says she stepped in to block…...
George & John: Classic cool rules in Tel Aviv - restaurant review
2+ week, 5+ day ago (98+ words) [At George & John, food comes straight from Tel Aviv's Carmel market. (photo credit: Anatoly Michaello)]The restaurant immediately sets the scene, with its d'cor of the bygone bon vivant colonial era. Five ceiling fans whirl above. A small lamp lights…...
J50 first forum launched with worldwide Jewish communities
3+ week, 2+ day ago (56+ words) [ Israel]Members of the J50 forum, which was founded during the May International Conference Against Anti-Semitism, met from Sunday evening until Tuesday. Jewish communities, MFA hold first J50 network forum to improve communication Members of the J50 forum, which was founded during the…...
Sa'ar announces J-50 Forum for worldwide Jewish leaders
1+ mon, 6+ hour ago (62+ words) [Foreign Minister Gideon Sa]Leaders from Jewish communities and organizations worldwide will participate in the J-50 Forum, to be held in Jerusalem from December 21 to 24. Sa'ar announces forum with worldwide Jewish leaders to address growing antisemitism Leaders from Jewish communities and…...
One stabbed in Macy flagship location
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (47+ words) [ Police crime scene tape (photo credit: Wikimedia Commons)]Police arrested a 43-year-old Massachusetts resident in connection with the attack. One stabbed in Macy's flagship location in Manhattan, one taken into custody Police arrested a 43-year-old Massachusetts resident in connection with…...
Hashomer HaChadash CEO speaks at 'Post' Conference
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (54+ words) [Yoel Zilberman, CEO and Founder of HaShomer HaChadash (photo credit: MARC ISRAEL SELLEM)]We have an opportunity to build a new story for Israel and for the Middle East" Hashomer HaChadash CEO speaks at 'Post' Washington Conference We have an…...
Lander runs for Congress against pro-Israel incumbent
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (73+ words) [Lander, who is Jewish, is running to represent the 10th Congressional District, which includes Lower Manhattan and parts of western and central Brooklyn. (photo credit: MICHAEL M. SANTIAGO/GETTY IMAGES)]Lander targets Goldman over AIPAC ties in Congressional race, with support from…...
Israel Allies Foundation hosts Washington conference
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (63+ words) [Previous guests at the IAF Chairman]The three-day gathering will focus on international legislative cooperation, responses to global challenges facing Israel, and issues related to antisemitism and regional security. Israel Allies Foundation convenes global pro-Israel conference in Washington The three-day…...