Numerous Groups Applaud Blue Ribbon Panel’s Rebuke of Anti-Israel UM Professor
In addition to curtailing student rights and educational opportunities, promotion of an academic boycott increases the risk of anti-Semitism on campus.
Police Arrest Suspect in Anti-Semitic Attack in Williamsburg
New York City Council member Kalman Yeger tweeted his thanks to the NYPD Hate Crimes Unit for their quick response to the attack.
State Dept. Orders Non-Essential Personnel Out of Iraq
The U.S. military has put its forces in Iraq on high alert amid the escalating tensions with Iran.
Director Expresses Frustration As City Closes Childcare Center
The Health Department made several visits to the school before closing it, and Mrs. Braun said the school addressed every issue the department raised.
Monsey Jewish Families Rally Against Measles Vaccinations ‘Conspiracy’
Haredi Rabbi Hillel Handler announced: “We Hasidim have been chosen as the target,” and, “The campaign against us has been successful.”
US Secy Pompeo Meets Russia’s Putin in Sochi
Secretary Pompeo told Minister Lavrov: “We fundamentally don’t seek a war with Iran.”
Ninth Jewish School (YCQ) Closed in NYC for Measles Vaccination Violation
Last week the total number of confirmed cases of measles in the city reached a new high of 498.
Aaron David Miller: Rashida Tlaib Should Stop Using the Holocaust for Political Gain
CNN Inside Politics host John King on Monday afternoon questioned the claim made by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) that her ancestors provided a "safe haven" for Jews after the Holocaust.
Report: WhatsApp Security Breach Allowed Israeli Company to Install Spyware on Mobile Phones
It's not clear whether the emerging WhatsApp scandal is bad or good for NSO Group's business.
US Bars Entry of PLO Has-Been Hanan Ashrawi, Finally
She concluded with enough self-pity to drown a small puppy: "I just hope someone can explain this to my grandchildren & all the rest of my family there."
Tlaib ‘Obviously Has Tremendous Hatred of Israel, Jewish People,’ Says Trump
"Can you imagine what would happen if I ever said what she said, and says?”
US Deploys Extra Warship, Patriot Battery to Persian Gulf
The 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit is also being dispatched.
30+ Endorsements Strong, Farah Louis Hopes To Win Big In Special Election
Not having to learn the ins and outs of the job will give Louis the ability to start immediately on what she said she has already been doing for years – meeting the needs of the constituents in the 45th District.
Anti-Semitic Hate Symbol Scrawled on Bike Path in Brooklyn
“It’s shameful that we are witnessing a rise of anti-Semitism in 2019 but we can’t accept it as just a new norm."
Danon Advises US Arab Lawmaker Rashida Tlaib, ‘Learn History Before Trying to Rewrite It’
Israeli politicians and leaders blasted Rashida Tlaib's historical revisionism.
Teva’s Recovery Hopes Mired in Staggering Antitrust Lawsuit, $26.7 Billion Debt
“Teva is a consistent participant in the conspiracies identified in this complaint, but the conduct is pervasive and industry-wide.”
Pompeo to Meet with Putin in Russia
"It is no secret that we have many areas of disagreement with the Russian government."
Poll: Jews Prefer Joe Biden Over Bernie Sanders
The former vice president is followed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Sen. Kamala Harris and Mayor Pete Buttigieg.
Mideast Envoy Jason Greenblatt Blasts ‘Baffling’ UN Meeting on Settlements after Rockets
“Let’s stop pretending that settlements are what is keeping the sides from a negotiated peaceful solution,” said U.S. special envoy for Mideast peace negotiations Jason Greenblatt. “This farce and obsessive focus on one aspect of this complicated conflict helps no one.”
B-52 Bombers, Marines, Patriot Batteries Deploy to Middle East
Two B-52s were deployed to U.S. Central Command in Qatar in addition to the Patriot missile batteries in a further show of force as tensions rise with Iran.
Albany Beat – May 10, 2019
.Take a moment for "capital investment" and read what's going on in New York State's capital.
North Korea Test Fires 2 Short-Range Missiles as US Tests Minuteman III ICBM
The missile fire came five days after a test-fire by Pyongyang of a barrage of short-range projectiles from the east coast.
Pompeo Returns to Washington Amid Rising Tensions with Iran
Pompeo boarded a plane in Iraq and headed straight back to Washington amid the rising tensions with Tehran.
NJ Modern Orthodox Yeshiva Student Takes 2nd Place in World Bible Quiz
Watch the entire contest, courtesy of Kan 11.
Orthodox Jewish Couple Sues Spirit Airlines Over Anti-Semitism
According to the lawsuit, a passenger told the couple that they overheard a crew member calling them “retarded Jews.”
Pro-Bibi Newspaper Leaks Suspiciously Campy Version of Trump’s ‘Deal of the Century’
Suspecting that this is nothing more than a fabrication, released by someone in Israel to test public reaction, we're offering a translation of the document, and, hey, you be the judge.
It’s Official: No More US Embassy Waivers, Ambassador’s Residence Established in Jerusalem
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo released a statement on Wednesday declaring the relevant elements of the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 have been addressed, and therefore the President need no longer sign the waiver to prevent funding restrictions.
Hasidic Man Attacked by Anti-Semite in Williamsburg
The attacker trotted up behind the Hasid, swung up his right arm, and punched the victim in the back of the head.
Rally to Fund Security at Houses of Worship in NYC
Councilman Kalman Yeger this week is introducing a bill calling for armed security guards at houses of worship.
Yom Hazikaron Service in Jerusalem: ‘We are Here in the East, but our Heart...
The ceremony paid special tribute to the victims of the synagogue shootings in Pittsburgh in October 2018 and Poway in April 2019.