World News

World news is all reports on stories involving politicians, conflict and revolutions outside of the United States and Israel that affect the world and the Jewish state. 'World news' helps the global environment set the political agenda through journalists situated in conflict regions reporting on the important facts.

‘Cabaret’ and ‘Prayer for the French Republic’ among Tony Award nominees

At a time of rising antisemitism, two shows about Jews caught up in a dangerous climate of hate received multiple nominations yesterday for the 2024 Tony Awards.

By LISA KEYS/JTA
02/05/2024

House passes bill that would enshrine IHRA definition into US law

The bill’s passage would mean the definition would apply when officials adjudicate Title VI complaints alleging campus antisemitism.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA , JERUSALEM POST STAFF
02/05/2024

Republicans blame Biden for campus protests, Democrats take middle ground

Republicans come out swinging, Biden accused of bowing down to Hamas supporters. Universities may lose federal funding if they fail to protect Jewish students.

UK begins investigation into sensitive-adult-material-platform OnlyFan's age-verification measures

Ofcom investigates OnlyFans for inadequate age verification measures to prevent minors from accessing pornographic content, potentially violating online safety regulations.

By REUTERS
01/05/2024

Four people arrested for supposedly enslaving mentally disabled man for 17 years in Portugal

Four people were arrested in Portugal's northern Braganca region for enslaving a man for 17 years; the victim endured abuse, exploitation, and deprivation. Human trafficking concerns persist.

By REUTERS
01/05/2024

Israel backers attack pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA, as NYC police arrest 300

LAPD was called in on Wednesday to restore order and maintain public safety.

By REUTERS
01/05/2024

UK police officer charged with showing support for Hamas

Counter Terrorism Policing North East said suspect's WhatsApp messages showed support for the terrorist group.

By REUTERS
01/05/2024

Elbit wins Brazilian army weapons tender

The decision comes amid Brazilian PM Lula da Silva's criticism of Israel.

US Senate approves bill to ban Russian uranium imports

The US spends an estimated $1 billion each year on uranium from Russia.

By REUTERS
01/05/2024

US study shows voters willing to be morally flexible when it comes to politicians

Voters justify misinformation and disregard facts if it fits their political leaning.

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