Israel-Gaza Conflict
President Biden Condemns Pro-Palestine Protest Violence at L.A. Synagogue Event
A heavily Jewish Los Angeles neighborhood became a flashpoint of outrage over the Israel-Gaza conflict when a violent demonstration outside a synagogue over the weekend between pro-Palestine demonstrations and counterprotesters supportive of Israel ended with the deployment of dozens of police officers, one arrest and the condemnation of the city’s mayor and President Joe Biden. […]
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Ben Stiller on the Israel-Hamas War and the Need for Global Peace: “Human Suffering Must End”
Ben Stiller is speaking out about the Israel-Hamas war, more than nine months after the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7. In an opinion essay published Thursday by Time magazine, the Emmy-winning actor explained why he felt obligated to share his stance on the ongoing conflict, the rise of antisemitism and the need […]
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Jerry Seinfeld Roasts Pro-Palestine Heckler Who Disrupts Comedy Show: “Get Out of Here”
Jerry Seinfeld roasted a pro-Palestine heckler who interrupted his comedy show over the weekend in Sydney, Australia. In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the Australian Jewish Association, the person could be heard shouting, “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,” at the Seinfeld creator and star during his stand-up […]
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German Jewish Film Festival Kicks Off Under the Shadow of Oct. 7
Bernd Buder is tired of talking about politics. “Israel and Gaza, antisemitism, the far-right, that’s all anyone asks about,” says the program director for the Jewish Film Festival Berlin Brandenburg (JFBB). “I’d prefer to talk about the movies.” But for Germany’s largest Jewish film festival, which kicks off Tuesday, June 18, running through June 23, […]
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Palestinian Supporters Descend Upon Downtown Los Angeles Ahead of President Biden Fundraiser
Hundreds of protesters have descended on Downtown Los Angeles around L.A. Live on late Saturday afternoon, attempting to block entrances and disrupt proceedings ahead of a big-ticket fundraiser for President Joe Biden at Peacock Theater. Shortly after 5 p.m. PT, uniformed officers were seen rushing towards one group of protesters as they attempted to block […]
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Scooter Braun on His Nova Music Festival Exhibition: “We’re Not Going to Stop, and We’re Going to Los Angeles Next”
The Nova: Oct. 7 6:29 am — The Moment Music Stood Still: The Nova Music Festival Exhibition went on as planned despite protests Monday from pro-Palestinian demonstrators, who lit smoke canisters and flares outside. They also reportedly chanted “antisemitic slogans” and waved flags for the terrorist group Hamas. The protests were condemned as “ugly” and […]
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Chris Evans Clarifies “Misinformation” Claiming He Signed a “Bomb” in Resurfaced Photo
Chris Evans offered some clarification after a resurfaced photo of him signing what initially appeared to be a missile sparked controversy. The image taken eight years ago began circulating on social media this week, which led some fans to wrongly criticize the actor for autographing what they claimed to be an Israeli bomb. However, the […]
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Gigi and Bella Hadid Donate $1M to Support Children and Families in Palestine
Gigi and Bella Hadid are joining forces to support relief efforts in Palestine. The supermodel sisters are collectively donating $1 million, a sum that has been earmarked for equal distribution among four organizations with a focus on children and families: HEAL Palestine, Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF), World Central Kitchen (WCK), and United Nations Relief […]
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Israeli Film Festival Director: “How Do We Celebrate When So Many Are Suffering?”
For many New Yorkers on the Upper West Side, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is a spot to play pickleball, grab a cup of coffee, or dump your kid off for a ceramics class. From June 4 through June 10, however, it will be the nexus of current Israeli cinema, hosting the 12th Annual Israel […]
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Dave Chappelle Says There’s a “Genocide” in Gaza During Abu Dhabi Performance
Dave Chappelle said Thursday a “genocide” is striking the Gaza Strip amid the Israel-Hamas war to cheers during his performance in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, while urging Americans to fight antisemitism, so Jews don’t feel like they need to be protected by Israel. Chappelle’s comments come as Abu Dhabi has maintained its […]
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Ari Emanuel Accepts Simon Wiesenthal Center Honor, Slams Netanyahu Amid Walkouts and Boos
“This is a painful and crucial moment for all of us who are Jews and who love Israel, and it’s not a time to stay silent,” declared Ari Emanuel, the CEO of sports and entertainment company Endeavor and one of Hollywood’s most outspoken voices in the fight against antisemitism, in a fiery speech as he […]
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Amal Clooney Expresses Support for International Criminal Court Warrant for Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Hamas Leaders
Amal Clooney is among the group of U.K.-based lawyers who expressed their support for ICC (International Criminal Court) prosecutor Karim Khan’s decision to request a warrant for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and three Hamas leaders. On Monday morning, Clooney and the panel of legal experts published a report in which they […]
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