University of Maryland investigates antisemitic incident
The University of Maryland is investigating a report of antisemitic slurs and symbols discovered inside the La Plata Residence Hall. Those responsible are yet to be found. This report is not the first of its kind. The University’s estimated 6,000 Jewish students have previously reported numerous incidents of antisemitism on campus. The University of Maryland […]
Why do Jews not matter? Outrage over TikTok prankster emerges only after he starts targeting people other than Jews
A TikTok prankster has elicited widespread outrage over his recent videos, but only since he started targeting people other than Jews. Earlier this year, we reported that the TikTok user, known online as Mizzy, was arrested for “assaulting a member of the Jewish community.” Mizzy, whose real name is Bacari Ogarro, appeared to confirm on […]
“The Jewish community in Scotland have an ally in me as First Minister,” says Humza Yousaf
The Scottish First Minister has assured the Jewish community that he is an ally. Humza Yousaf, who took over from former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon in March, met with members of the Scottish Council of Jewish Communities and the Glasgow Jewish Representative Council. He also toured Giffnock Newton Mearns synagogue. In a statement, Mr Yousaf […]
56 British universities report no instances where adoption of International Definition of Antisemitism restricted freedom of expression or academic research
56 universities have reported that there has been not a single instance where their adoption of the International Definition of Antisemitism has restricted or chilled freedom of expression on campus or academic research at their institution. A Parliamentary Task Force on Antisemitism in Higher Education, established by the Government’s Independent Adviser on Antisemitism with support […]