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Speaking an event marking International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, the U.S. vice president emphasized rape victims of Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack.
“Given the ideological resistance to theater by some Jewish and Christian authorities, it is all the more striking when they appropriate its forms,” author Courtney Friesen told JNS.
Noting the overlap of their careers, the U.S. president said: “I respected his reporting and insights whether I agreed or disagreed with him.”
“We’re all on your side now because you’ve made your point so well, and in the right venue,” said the comedian as the heckler was escorted out of the Sydney venue.
2023 marked the third consecutive record-breaking year for defense exports, with air-defense systems accounting for 36% of the total deal volume.
“Jill and I wish American Muslims—and Muslims around the world—a very blessed Eid al-Adha,” the U.S. president said.
The Kunsthaus Zurich art museum has announced the removal of five paintings, due to potential links between these artworks and Nazi-era looting during World War II.
The little-known Gallus Revolt in 351-354 C.E. saw Lod, Tzipori and Tiberias destroyed.
Second Temple period phylacteries found near Qumran underwent a battery of scientific tests.
“I should not have to be my only ally against antisemitism at school,” said Oron, an eighth-grade student.
The refusal was “clearly antisemitic,” says Rep. Chris Greene (R-N.Y.).
An initial inquiry suggested, “at a minimum,” gross negligence, said the superintendent of East Brunswick Public Schools.
