ISRAEL

May 14 2026POLITICS

Behind closed doors: Israel-UAE talks stir new questions about Middle East bonds

The Prime Minister of Israel reportedly slipped into the UAE last month, just as tensions flared with Iran. His office later confirmed the trip, calling it a landmark moment for relations between the two countries. But why now? The UAE already counts Israel among its few Arab partners, thanks to a d

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May 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Eurovision 2024: When Music Met Politics on a Global Stage

This year’s Eurovision Song Contest isn’t just about catchy tunes and over-the-top performances—it’s also become a flashpoint for political tensions. The contest, which normally celebrates music and unity, has been overshadowed by protests against Israel’s participation. The controversy isn’t just o

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May 13 2026CELEBRITIES

Why Do Famous Faces Stay Silent on Gaza?

Hollywood stars often avoid taking sides in global conflicts, but a comedian recently called them out for dodging the tough questions. During a podcast chat, she pointed out how hard it is to find celebrities willing to label the violence in Gaza as genocide. Sitting beside a Palestinian activist wh

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Eurovision faces new voting fairness questions

This year's Eurovision Song Contest has two big issues on its hands. First, some countries are skipping the event over Israel's participation. Second, new voting rules are being tested because of concerns about how countries campaign for votes. Last year, Israel got an unusually high number of publ

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May 12 2026POLITICS

Lebanon pushes for US help after fresh conflict with Israel

Lebanon’s leader is asking the US to step in and help stop Israel’s strikes in southern Lebanon, where homes are being destroyed and lives are being lost. Over the past three days alone, Israeli attacks have killed 74 people, even after a temporary truce was supposed to calm things down. The violenc

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Senator’s Arms‑Sale Vote Sparks Debate Over Israel Support

Angela Alsobrooks, a senator from our state, promised to back Israel during her campaign. She spoke about shared values and the need for strong U. S. –Israel ties, saying she would protect that partnership. Yet in April she voted to block American weapons sales to Israel, citing a protest against U.

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May 08 2026CRIME

Campus Clash: Two Students Face Hate Crime Charges

A confrontation outside DePaul’s student center in November 2024 has led to serious legal consequences for two men. The incident involved Max Long, a former Israeli soldier, and Michael Kaminsky, both Jewish students who were attacked by masked assailants. One attacker, Kasem Noubani, 24, now faces

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May 07 2026POLITICS

The Inside Battle Over Israel on the Right

In Florida’s rural areas, a Republican hopeful for governor is selling $40 shirts that read “No American should die for Israel. ” A few hours away, a far‑right commentator is asking donors to back a newsletter that will attack conservative voices who criticize Israel. The war in Iran has made

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May 06 2026POLITICS

New York Teachers and the Fight Over School Bias

Karen Feldman spent more than a quarter of a century teaching history in New York City public schools, focusing on Holocaust lessons. She always claimed to keep politics out of class and to let facts speak for themselves. Around 2015, Feldman began noticing a shift in the curriculum toward “divers

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Security tightens as Eurovision hosts prepare for possible protests

Next week’s Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna is shaping up to be more than just a night of catchy pop songs and glittery performances. For the first time in years, the event is facing serious security concerns as critics plan to voice their opposition to Israel’s involvement in the competition. Sev

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