Holocaust

The former concentration camp Auschwitz

Palestinian man visits Auschwitz, publicly calls on Jews to return there 'where they belong'

As the man spanned the camera along the site of the camp, he continued, "God-willing, we will be free from you [Jews], and you will all return to the concentration camps."

Postcards looted from Jews by German soldier returned by granddaughter 80 years later

Nine years after his death, when McCabe was 18, she inherited part of his proud stamp collection.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
30/04/2024

'Safe Haven': An important account of Nazis in the UK

A cautionary tale regarding an important and highly justified judicial initiative, launched to prosecute Nazi war criminals who had illegally immigrated to the UK, which in practical terms failed.

New TV series ‘Berlin Blues’ brings Berlin to life

The series examines the drama caused by their being foreigners in a place that offers a stimulating artistic environment but is shadowed by the tragic history of the Holocaust.

New York conference discusses crimes against Uyghur Muslims

The Chinese government’s campaign of repression in Xinjiang – billed as a security measure – was declared a genocide by the United States in 2021.

26/04/2024

The untold story: How Marks & Spencer helped save the Jews of Europe

It is a story which is mostly unknown and, in my humble opinion, is begging for a research assistant to properly investigate and perhaps base a doctoral thesis on the subject.

By LAWRENCE (SHMUEL) BECKER
24/04/2024

Peacock’s ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ tackles a Holocaust love story based on real events

The series will also feature an end-title song by the legendary Jewish artist and EGOT holder Barbra Streisand.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
22/04/2024

President Herzog gifts Babylonian Talmud that survived the Holocaust to Yad Vashem

The Talmud had been entrusted to Rabbi Yitzhak Halevi Herzog in 1946, while he was recovering Jewish children hiding in non-Jewish homes and monastries.

USC Shoah Foundation distances itself from pro-Palestinian valedictorian whose speech was canceled

Pro-Palestinian USC valedictorian controversy over ties to Shoah Foundation sparks campus uproar amid Israel-Hamas tensions, highlighting free speech and safety concerns.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
17/04/2024

Holocaust center director leaves after heckling, lack of support

Mary Jane Rein leaves Clark University amidst controversy, citing lack of support. Joins Assumption University to lead civic dialogue center, addressing campus discord.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
17/04/2024
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