| | Ex-Columbia Student Arrested by Federal Authorities Over Protest Role | | In a significant move by federal authorities, Mahmoud Khalil, a former graduate student at Columbia University, was arrested on Saturday night at his university-owned apartment. Khalil, a Palestinian activist, played a prominent role in organizing pro-Palestinian protests on campus. His detention has ignited discussions on free speech, national security, and the boundaries of lawful protest. | |
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| | Israeli Officials Head to Qatar for Hostage Negotiations Amid Gaza Aid Freeze | | Israel is sending a delegation to Doha for renewed hostage negotiations, as pressure mounts on Hamas following Israel’s decision to cut off aid and electricity to Gaza. The talks, set to begin Monday, aim to extend the fragile ceasefire while securing the release of more hostages. White House envoy Steve Witkoff is also traveling to the region, with stops in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, as the U.S. continues efforts to mediate a deal. | |
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| Did You Know? “Israel has been a proud and active participant in the Eurovision Song Contest since 1973, showcasing its vibrant culture and musical talent on the global stage. Despite being geographically outside of Europe, Israel competes as a member of the European Broadcasting Union and has won the competition four times—most notably with iconic performances like Netta’s “Toy” in 2018 and Dana International’s groundbreaking victory in 1998. Israel’s involvement in Eurovision reflects its commitment to cultural exchange, creativity, and global connection, making it a source of national pride and international admiration.” |
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| Israel’s Eurovision Entry A Survivor’s Tale of Blood, Bullets, and Resilience | | When Yuval Raphael steps onto the Eurovision stage in Basel, Switzerland, she will not just be representing Israel she will be standing as a survivor. On October 7, 2023, Raphael was at the Nova music festival when Hamas terrorists stormed in, murdering over 360 people. Trapped in a roadside bomb shelter, she survived by playing dead for seven hours, buried under the bodies of her murdered friends. Now, almost a year and a half later, she will stand before the world, singing not just for herself, but for those who can no longer tell their stories. | |
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| Historic $20 Million Investment by Canadian Jews to Support Northern Israel | | In a historic act of philanthropy, the Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA (JFC-UIA) have announced a $20 million investment in education for northern Israel, with a primary focus on Tel-Hai College in the Galilee. The unprecedented donation marks a major step toward strengthening Israel’s northern region, an area often overshadowed by investments in the south. | |
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