Swastika Drawn on Head of Alzheimer’s Patient in Toronto Care Facility
This was a second offense -- the swastika on his uncle's head was only the one the staff couldn't wash off.
Scotland Yard Considering Criminal Charges Against 5 Labour Anti-Semites
"We shall rid the Jews who are a cancer on us all."
Ohr Torah Stone Launches Jewish Education Grants to Small European Communities
The first recipients of the grant will help strengthen seven small European communities in Helsinki, Finland; Riga, Latvia; Oslo, Norway; and Warsaw, Szczecin and Wroclaw, Poland.
Study Finds Clear Evidence Faculty in 40 Universities Use Classroom to Promote BDS
Academic BDS-supporting instructors had an average of 78% of their course readings authored by BDS supporters.
New York Lawmaker Proposes Changes to Controversial Bail-Reform Law
A concern, especially amid the spate of attacks against Orthodox Jews, is that those who allegedly commit nonviolent hate crimes would remain on the streets, putting the public at risk.
Rabbi Stav Threatens Libel Suit Against Chief Rabbi over ‘Conveyor Belt Conversions’ Allegation
"You are hereby requested to vigorously reverse your remarks about my client, and apologize to him in a manner that would be coordinated with him."
Global Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Centers on High Alert
"The current situation and tensions could contribute to a heightened risk and threat environment for Jewish facilities and Chabad centers."
NYPD to Include Hate Crimes in CompStat Reports
“You can’t begin addressing the problem of hate violence on the street until you can track it, identify its source, frequency and where it is occurring.”
Anti-Semitism is Alive in France: Jewish Cemetery Vandalized in Bayonne
“I don’t want to inflame a debate. I want the investigation to take place calmly.”
The Meaning of Today’s 10th of Tevet Fast
Asara B’Teves, the 10th of Teves, commemorates the beginning of the siege of Jerusalem by the Babylonian ruler Nebuchadnezzar that ultimately culminated with the First Temple’s destruction on the 9th of Av the following year.
17-Year-Old Hila Schlakman of Efrat Completes Daf Yomi, Youngest Woman So Far
“With the fuel each page gave me to learn the next, I can truly say it’s an endeavor which brought me so much, and I look forward to starting the next cycle,” said the 17-year-old from Efrat.
Putin, Zelensky, Prince Charles among World Dignitaries at Yad Vashem’s 5th World Holocaust Forum
The program will include addresses from President Rivlin, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President of France Emmanuel Macron, Prince Charles, and President Vladimir Putin.
Mayor: With Violent Crime Rising Gradually in NYC, Anti-Semitic Hate Crimes Up 26%
"An increase in swastikas, an increase in hate speech, escalation into shoving, some assaults and a 21% increase in anti-Semitic hate crimes in New York City.”
Malmo’s Jews Haven’t Disappeared By Any Means
Malmo's Jews haven’t disappeared by any means, to judge by the crowd that showed up last month for the Chanukah Menorah lighting in the city square.
Thousands Inspired by Siyum Hashas for English-Speakers in Jerusalem
The Siyum HaShas in Jerusalem was held concurrently with the Agudath Israel Siyum HaShas at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with livestreaming between the two events.
Neturei Karta on Hand with Anti-Zionist Signs at Mass Jewish Rally in Downtown Manhattan
Their Facebook page even offers sage advice: "How to address Anti-Semitism."
Queen Elizabeth Honors Two New Zealand Jews
John Barnett of Auckland was awarded the Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, Bob Nerev was honored as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Anti-Israel Reform Clergy Jailed for Violating Restraining Order
"Ascherman and his radical friends from Ta'ayush are provocateurs who come to incite hatred against the resident of Judea and Samaria.
Berlin Police Prevent Removal of Offensive Holocaust Memorial
God save us from bored Germans with too much time on their hands.
25K-Plus Cross Brooklyn Bridge in Solidarity March Against Anti-Semitism, Including Several With ‘Other’ Agendas
The “No Hate, No Fear” solidarity march kicked off at 11 am in Manhattan’s Foley Square.
‘Shomrim’ Offer Emergency ‘Shul Phone’ at Under $200
As many as 200 synagogues have already expressed an interest.
Pacino to Star in 2020 Amazon Nazi Hunting Series
The series follows "a diverse band of Nazi Hunters living in 1977 New York City."
J Street Co-Founder, Tlaib and Ilhan Defender, Picked as Bernie Sanders’ Jewish Liaison
So, expect more Bernie Sanders endorsements of "I'm not anti-Semitic, just anti-Zionist" politicians.
Erekat Rejects EU Requirement that ‘Palestinian NGOs’ Renounce Ties to Terrorism
Israel released a series of reports exposing ties between supposed human rights organizations and terrorist groups.
Warning: AOC Will Vilify Trump at Mainstream Jewish Rally Against Anti-Semitism
The question is, will the mainstream organizers permit the extreme leftwing Congresswoman to hijack their protest to turn it into an anti-Trump, an, by extension, an anti-Israel fiasco?
Following Monsey Attack, Congress Members to Help Synagogues, Nonprofits Apply for NSGP Funding
Grants of up to $100,000 each to nonprofits at risk of terrorist attacks can go towards improving building security by acquiring and installing items ranging from fences, lighting and video surveillance to metal detectors and blast-resistant doors, locks and windows.
Monsey Machete Attack Suspect Grafton E. Thomas Indicted in Rockland County
Thomas was accused to entering the rabbi's home with a machete and trying to kill as many Chassidic Jews as possible.
Zot Chanukah on Mount Meron: Farewell Dance to Festival of Lights
Zot Chanukah is a reference in Torah literature to the eighth day of Chanukah, since on that day the Torah reading includes the verse Zot Chanukat Ha'Mizbe'ach (this is the inauguration of the altar).
Watch: Chabadniks Overcome Black Thief-Turned-Attacker in Crown Heights
A number of Chabadniks overcame the thief/attacker. Mamash
Jewish Teen Attacked on Brooklyn MTA Bus
The incident is under investigation by the NYPD Hate Crimes Task Force.