Ben & Jerry’s sues Unilever for blocking ‘pro-Palestine’ action The ice cream maker, which is known for its vocal left-wing activism, says its parent firm violates a contract signed after a previous legal fight. Nov. 14, 2024
Ben & Jerry’s Israel to build new $35.5 million plant in Kiryat Gat The factory will include a visitors center, flagship store and logistics center. Feb. 1, 2024
North Carolina divests $40 million from Unilever over Ben & Jerry’s Israel boycott “As tragic as the deadly terrorist attack of October was, the situation with Unilever unfolded months if not years before then,” said Dale Folwell, North Carolina’s treasurer. David Swindle Jan. 3, 2024
Ben & Jerry’s chair: ‘When people are occupied resistance is justified!’ The comment comes from Anuradha Mittal, whom the ice-cream company calls "an internationally renowned expert on human rights." Dec. 6, 2023
We are all ‘settlers’ Descendants of conquerors the world over should take a long look in the mirror. Jaime Oksemberg Sept. 3, 2023
New York court rejects suit against Unilever over Ben & Jerry’s Israel boycott A Michigan pension fund sued for compensation for a drop in shares' value. Aug. 30, 2023
Ben & Jerry’s hypocrisy on indigenous rights If the company supports indigenous peoples’ right to their land, they must recognize the Jews’ right to the Land of Israel. Farley Weiss and Leonard Grunstein July 13, 2023
Florida to investigate Morningstar for potential BDS practices A senior state board official told JNS meetings were held this week to understand the ramifications of Florida’s amended anti-BDS law. Mike Wagenheim June 22, 2023
Ben & Jerry’s boycotted Israel while using child labor Selling ice cream in Israel was inconsistent with its values—child labor wasn’t. Daniel Greenfield Feb. 28, 2023