While incidents of classical anti-Semitism are down significantly from 2017, Israel-related acts of harassment found to have spiked 70% in 2018. Overall, academic BDS activity more than doubled from 2017 to 2018, while promotion or implementation of academic BDS increased by more than 100% over the same time frame.
Matthew James Amiot, 36, was arrested Friday on suspicion of starting the fire last week, the city's police chief said at a news conference on Sunday. Steve Hunegs, director of the local Jewish Community Relations Council: Fire is "a searing reminder of the challenges we face with rising anti-Semitism and bigotry in this country."
Felix Kjellberg, known as PewDiePie, initially said he hoped the donation would dispel accusations of anti-Semitism against him, but later recanted: "I made the mistake of picking a charity I was advised [to donate to] instead of picking a charity I’m personally passionate about.”
Amudim supports abuse victims and their spouses and is committed to saving their marriages from collapse by partnering with rabbinical authorities. “Without proper treatment and guidance, the collateral damage can be deeply injurious to a loved one, whereas the right formula of help can save an entire family.”
Now celebrating its 50th anniversary, the "invitation program for former refugees" has brought 35,000 former Berliners who were forced out by the Nazis on one-week trips to reacquaint themselves with the German capital.
“I understood its depth and maturity, and fine writing and poetry, and with the rise of all the ‘isms’ – anti-Semitism, populism and nationalism – both me and my mom saw the necessity in bringing this to life,” said Alexandra Bellak.
Hanson Larkin, 25, was denied bail in an Orlando federal court. He could face up to five years behind bars if convicted.
Steven Menashi, nominated for 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals, is criticized in Senate hearings for not answering questions and for "controversial" writings, including an article defending the idea that Israel is a liberal democracy.
Issam Al-Yamani spoke at a building belonging to a branch of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, representing professors and teaching assistants at the university.
“Texas must not carry out the scheduled execution of Mr. Halprin without first guaranteeing that his trial was not tainted by an anti-Semitic judge," say letters of support, sent by faith leaders from multiple religious denominations.
