Conservative residents of liberal US state want to secede and join neighboring stateThe eastern part of Oregon is ideologically at odds with the urban and progressive areas of the state, as evidenced by the intensity of anti-police protests in Portland in 2020. February 17, 2025
Comedian Dave Chappelle ends show with ‘Free Palestine’ sloganComedian and actor Dave Chappelle accuses Saturday Night Live of barring him from talking about the situation in the Gaza Strip, ends stand-up comedy show by declaring 'Give the Jews a break, free Palestine.' February 17, 2025
Netanyahu rules out alternatives to Trump’s Gaza planTrump has presented 'the only plan that can work,' says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing desire of Palestinian Arabs to leave the Gaza Strip. February 17, 2025
Trump to Netanyahu: ‘Do whatever you want’ in GazaAfter Hamas flouts his ultimatum, releasing just three hostages over the weekend, President Trump says Israel has discretion how to respond. February 17, 2025
German Chancellor Scholz criticizes VP Vance’s remarks about Europe’s free speech policyVance lambasted European leaders on Friday, accusing them of censoring free speech and criticizing German mainstream parties’ 'firewall' against the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). February 16, 2025
Israel in ‘full cooperation’ with Trump, say Netanyahu, RubioNetanyahu: 'We have a shared strategy, which cannot always be detailed to the public—including when the gates of hell will open. And they will open if all our hostages are not returned, every last one of them.' February 16, 2025
International human rights lawyer: ‘It is absolutely legal for the US to take over Gaza’Ostrovsky says those violating international human rights law are the ones insisting Gazan civilians must stay in Gaza. February 16, 2025
Marco Rubio lands in Israel, meets with Netanyahu on Gaza plan'Trump and I can't share when the gates of hell will open,' says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. February 16, 2025
Amazon finally speaks out on employee held hostage in GazaFor 16 months, the retail giant kept quiet about the Israeli hostage because it said it didn’t want to endanger him. February 16, 2025
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as Trump’s Health Secretary after political shiftAs Kennedy takes over the Department of Health and Human Services, he faces significant challenges, including shaping vaccine policy, managing Medicare and Medicaid, and preparing for future public health crises. February 15, 2025
Wedding of peace’: Children of Russian and Ukrainian rabbis marry in JerusalemAt the wedding, Minister of Housing and Construction of the Israeli government, Zeev Elkin, who migrated to Israel from Ukraine in 1990, said a prayer for the return of all the Israeli hostages held in Gaza. February 15, 2025
Hamas calls for ‘solidarity marches’ worldwide to protest Trump Gaza planTrump has suggested that the current population of Gaza would be moved to one large site or various locations. February 14, 2025
South Africa says ‘no chance’ it will withdraw genocide case against Israel despite US pushbackTrump also accused South Africa in his executive order of working with Iran 'to develop commercial, military, and nuclear arrangements.' February 14, 2025
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan officially sanctioned by Trump admin, banned from entering USThe ICC responded to Trump with a forceful condemnation, stressing that the court produces 'independent and impartial' work. February 14, 2025
‘We’re very lucky you’re here,’ Vance tells Holocaust survivor on visit to DachauThe visit included a tour, history and a wreath-laying ceremony next to a large metal sculpture of seven contorted bodies labeled '1933-1945,' the years the camp operated, per the pool. February 14, 2025
Trump announces Israel-India trade route running through IsraelTrump: 'It will run from India to Israel to Italy and onward to the U.S., connecting our partners, roads, railways, and undersea cables.' February 14, 2025
He said he’d take Jews ‘back to Poland.’ Gretchen Whitmer took him on an official state trip to the Middle East.Siblani is a vocal critic of Israel and was a leader in the 'uncommitted' movement that opposed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris over U.S. support for Israel in its war with the terrorist group Hamas. February 14, 2025
‘Students Against Nazi Extremism’ target Tesla cars in California Bay AreaIn Europe, where Tesla has significant market presence, the response has been particularly fierce. February 14, 2025
Red Sox signs Jewish All-Star to record breaking $120 million dealSince 2017, Alex Bregman played at least 145 games in every full season except one, missing time only during the pandemic-shortened 2020 schedule. February 13, 2025
Afghan man arrested after running down dozens in Munich1 dead, dozens injured after Afghan migrant rams crowd of labor union protesters in Munich, Germany. February 13, 2025
DOJ files lawsuit against New York, Gov. Hochul, and AG Letitia JamesThis legal action follows a similar lawsuit against Illinois, signaling the DOJ’s intensified efforts to enforce federal immigration laws. February 13, 2025
How USAID laundered money to the TalibanThe money-laundering operation required multiple steps and plausible deniability for USAID, the State Department, and the UN. February 13, 2025
Trump talks with Putin about negotiating end to Ukraine warTrump's call with Putin, the first-known conversation between the presidents since Trump's return to the White House, comes just ahead of the war's third anniversary. February 13, 2025
2024 deadliest year for journalists; media claims most killed by Israel’s militaryIn October, the IDF said that six Al Jazeera journalists were members of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. February 12, 2025
JD Vance to visit Dachau on Thursday, the latest VP to tour the Nazi campHe will also meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who will be key to President Donald Trump’s professed goal of ending the Russia-Ukraine war. February 12, 2025
Under Biden, American universities raked in nearly $1 billion from mystery offshore donors, including some linked to ChinaWhile universities are required to disclose those foreign donors to the federal government under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act, the Biden administration broke the precedent. February 12, 2025
US-funded condoms not sent to Gaza Strip, Musk admitsTrump's efficiency czar walks back claims that USAID was spending tens of millions of dollars on condoms for the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip, after Gaza Province confused with Gaza Strip. February 12, 2025
Trump secures American’s release from Russian prison after Biden’s failed attemptsThough Fogel began serving his sentence in June 2022, the Biden administration did not designate him as 'wrongfully detained' until late last year. February 12, 2025
Hamas-linked lobbying network expands political influence in Europe, new report showsLP4Q describes itself as an organization established 'at the initiative of parliamentarians who support Palestinian rights.' February 12, 2025
Jared Kushner behind Gaza resettlement plan – reportThe president’s son-in-law floated the idea of moving Gazans out in order to rebuild the coastal enclave a year ago. February 12, 2025
Rubio: ‘Don’t believe anything Hamas says’'It's not a stupid ceasefire,' says US Secretary of State, emphasizing Israel must not allow Hamas to rebuild itself during the Gaza truce, as Netanyahu warns of return to war if hostages not released on Saturday. February 12, 2025
‘West Bank annexation will work out very well,’ says TrumpPresident Trump refuses to guarantee Israel won't apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, says 'annexation will work out automatically.' February 12, 2025
Trump to Jordan’s King Abdullah: ‘We will take Gaza’King Abdullah said Jordan would not take in additional Gazans and would do what was in the best interests of his country. February 11, 2025
Gulf of Mexico becomes Gulf of America on US Google MapsFor most Americans who have an updated version of Google Maps, they should only see 'Gulf of America.' Mexican users should only see 'Gulf of Mexico,' while international users see both names. February 11, 2025
USAID provided assistance to Al Qaeda, Hezbollah terrorists – reportThe agency targeted by the Trump administration reportedly funded a future senior Al Qaeda recruiter’s college tuition and sent supplies to Hezbollah. February 11, 2025
Two Jewish actors take top honors at Critics Choice AwardsWhile Adam Brody and Adrien Brody are Jewish, they are not related. February 11, 2025
Trump says no right of return for Palestinians in Gaza under his plan for US ‘ownership’It comes as he has ramped up pressure on Arab states, especially U.S. allies Jordan and Egypt, to take in Palestinians from Gaza. February 10, 2025
Anti-Trump think tanks rake in millions from taxpayers for ‘virtual exchanges’ in Africa, women’s empowerment conference in Saudi ArabiaRepublicans have criticized both think tanks over their central roles in what’s been dubbed the 'censorship-industrial complex,' a network of university and think tank researchers that worked closely with federal agencies to censor content on social media. February 10, 2025
At USAID, funding for terror-tied groups and internal hostility toward Israel goes back yearsUnder Samantha Power, former president Joe Biden's pick to run USAID, agency officials fought pro-Israel policymaking at the State Department, often urging their colleagues at Foggy Bottom to pare down statements that praised the Jewish state. February 10, 2025
‘Fake Christian Jew-Hatred’ – Evangelical leader urges Trump to reject Tucker Carlson, Candace OwensEvangelical Christian leader Laurie Cardoza-Moore criticizes President Trump for posing with populist pundit Tucker Carlson, calls on White House to distance itself from those accused of antisemitism on the far-right. February 10, 2025
Poll: Americans back Trump’s Israel policies; few support Gaza planNew poll shows few Americans believe Trump is sincere about his Gaza relocation plan while a plurality of Israelis believe Trump's plan could realistically be implemented. February 10, 2025
Super Bowl halftime show interrupted by anti-Israel protesterNeither the NFL nor the entertainment production company knew of the stunt ahead of time. February 10, 2025
Next US ambassador to Israel hints at changes of ‘biblical proportion’Former Governor Mike Huckabee, nominated as US Ambassador to Israel, says Hamas 'cannot exist,' lauds Trump's Gaza relocation plan. February 10, 2025
Trump: ‘Freed Israeli hostages looked like Holocaust survivors’Trump says that the U.S. is 'going to lose our patience' if Hamas abuse of captives continues February 10, 2025
Elizabeth Pipko: Trump and Netanyahu—The best duo to take on war in Gaza'When it comes to bringing peace to people in Israel and in Gaza, a shift away from the status quo could be the only solution to this never-ending crisis.' February 9, 2025
Iran’s attempts on Trump’s life were more serious than initially disclosed, book revealsDuring his 2024 campaign, officials warned Trump that Iranian terrorists had access to surface-to-air missiles and were planning to crash his private plane. February 9, 2025
‘Joe, you’re fired’: Trump cuts off Biden’s intelligence accessTrump has been on what his critics might call a revenge spree, targeting anyone who ever crossed him. February 9, 2025
Chief Prosecutor Khan first on US ICC sanctions blacklistKhan, who is British, paid a visit to New York as recently as Jan. 27 to brief the U.N. Security Council on Sudan. February 9, 2025
Israeli president blasts BBC for comparing hostages to Hamas terrorists'We are a democracy' - Israel's president castigates the BBC, accusing the media giant of drawing an 'outrageous' false equivalence between Israeli hostages and convicted Hamas terrorists jailed in Israel. February 9, 2025
Trump cuts aid to South Africa over its ICJ case against Israel, Iran tiesSouth Africa is 'undermining' US foreign policy and thus ‘poses national security threats' to America and its allies, said the executive order. February 9, 2025
Could Turkey, Qatar face legal action for hosting Hamas?Global coalition of 850 organizations combating antisemitism launch campaign pushing for legal action against leaders of Qatar, Turkey, and other states that harbor Hamas leaders or sponsor the group. February 9, 2025
Jew-hating UN official: Israel ‘arrogant’ for leaving HRCAlbanese did not acknowledge that the populations of both Gaza and Palestinian Authority-controlled enclaves in Judea and Samaria have grown since October 7th, which disproves her allegation of genocide against the Palestinians. February 9, 2025
US Supreme Court to weigh landmark terrorism case targeting Palestinian Authority’s ‘pay-for-slay’ programIf the justices rule in favor of the plaintiffs, it could set a precedent allowing American victims of international terrorism to pursue legal claims against foreign entities that support or enable such attacks. February 8, 2025
US Senator Ted Cruz says Biden Administration ‘poured hundreds of millions’ into HamasCruz:'Throughout the Biden administration, they knew the money they were pouring into Gaza would benefit Hamas. They did it anyway.' February 7, 2025
Left-wing militant group pushing anti-ICE protests in LA teaches ‘self-defense’ classes to fend off deportation raidsUdB seeks to model itself on militant groups, such as the Brown Berets and the Black Panthers, as well as the socialist revolutions of Cuba and Venezuela. February 7, 2025
Fun and creativity abound over Trump’s plan to transform Gaza'What’s next – a Trump golf course in Rafah?' someone wrote on X. February 7, 2025
New Mexico courtroom devolves into brawl as 3 people rush defendant in homicide caseFelony charges were filed against two men: battery and assault on a public official. February 7, 2025
Trump slaps sanctions on anti-Israel International Criminal CourtThe sanctions, the White House said, are in direct response to the 'ICC’s biased attacks on the U.S. and Israel.' February 7, 2025
Musk’s Nazi-like salute sends Tesla into tailspinIn California, traditionally a Tesla stronghold, sales declined by 8% in the fourth quarter of 2024, with a concerning 12% drop for the entire year. February 7, 2025
Not kidding: Michigan State Rep says she sterilized herself to protest TrumpPohutsky, who has promoted herself as the first openly bisexual member of the Michigan House, on Thursday took to X to claim that 'many men' are not happy with her decision. February 7, 2025