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Europe said “Never Again” — but it’s happening again.
Leo Pearlman
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Future of Jewish
· 12 Nov
Author Leo Pearlman warns that antisemitism is resurging in modern Europe, drawing parallels with the events of Nazi Germany's Kristallnacht.
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Britain Is Bowing to Terror
Cindy Scarr
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Mishpacha
· 21 Oct
The article critiques British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, arguing it reflects a capitulation to anti-Semitic and extremist pressures rather than a diplomatic achievement.
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An attack on Israeli soccer fans last year was dubbed a ‘pogrom.' Could it happen again?
Hannah Feuer
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Forward
· 17 Oct
Amidst escalating tensions and accusations of antisemitism, the ban against Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a soccer match in Birmingham is indicative of the broader challenges facing Israeli interests globally.
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British PM denounces ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at upcoming Aston Villa soccer match
Philissa Cramer
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JTA
· 17 Oct
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly criticized the decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending an upcoming soccer match against Aston Villa, condemning the move as displaying antisemitism and emphasizing the police's role in ensuring safety for all fans.
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Squeezed out in Gaza, PA’s Abbas embraces Israeli peace activists in Ramallah
Steven Davidson
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JTA
· 10 Oct
In a historic meeting, Israeli and Palestinian peace activists gathered with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah to celebrate a recent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
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U.K. Cabinet shake-up not likely to change British position on Israel, experts say
Lahav Harkov
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Jewish Insider
· 8 Sep
A recent Cabinet reshuffle in the United Kingdom, initiated by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is not expected to significantly alter the country's stance on Israel, despite some shifts in key positions.
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How many Junior’s cheesecakes can a Victoria waterlily hold? Now we know.
Jackie Hajdenberg
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JTA
· 24 Aug
In a lighthearted intersection of horticulture and Jewish culture, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden participated in the Waterlily Weigh-off, a quirky competition that measures the strength of lily pads by placing weights on them.
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Should we fear that Trump is this generation's Neville Chamberlain? In a word, yes.
Robert Zaretsky
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Forward
· 18 Aug
Robert Zaretsky critiques the parallels between Neville Chamberlain's 1938 appeasement of Hitler and Donald Trump's recent summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
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Hamas Is Winning the Culture War
Liel Leibovitz
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Tablet
· 11 Aug
Liel Leibovitz argues that while Hamas may be losing militarily, it is triumphing in the realm of international public opinion.
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Europe's New Policy: Punish Jews, Reward Islamists
Joshua Hoffman
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Future of Jewish
· 30 Jul
The article criticizes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's announcement to recognize a Palestinian state unless Israel makes concessions.
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How mysterious garden decor made me feel at home as a Jew in Bob Vylan’s England
Karen E. H. Skinazi
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JTA
· 9 Jul
Karen E. H. Skinazi explores the ambiguous appearance of Star of David designs in a Birmingham garden, questioning their significance as either a sign of solidarity or cultural appropriation.
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The “What’s Changed” Edition
Promised Podcast
· 26 Dec 2024
At the Limmud Festival in Birmingham, Miriam Herschlag and Noah Efron reflect on how Israelis and Jews worldwide are deeply affected by the events since October 7th.
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The Charedi leaver who is singing the Yiddishe blues
Jewish Chronicle
· 5 Nov 2024
Pini Brown, a 26-year-old musician, navigates two contrasting worlds: the Chasidic community of Stamford Hill and East London's vibrant music scene.
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Heartbroken
Unholy: Two Jews on the News
· 5 Sep 2024
The episode delves into the tragic execution of six Israeli hostages by Hamas, their potential rescue thwarted by last-minute circumstances, and the ensuing protests in Israel demanding action.
