The Gaza War and Its Impact on the L.G.B.T.Q. Community
The ongoing Gaza war has caused significant rifts within the L.G.B.T.Q. community, particularly in New York. This issue has come to the forefront during Pride Month, a period usually marked…
Israeli Airstrike in Rafah Kills 45, Sparks International Outcry
On Sunday, May 26, an Israeli airstrike hit an encampment for displaced Palestinians in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, killing at least 45 people and injuring dozens more, according…
UN Court Orders Immediate Halt to Israeli Offensive in Gaza
May 24, 2024 – The United Nations’ top court has directed Israel to “immediately halt” its military offensive in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza where over one million Palestinians…
Ireland, Norway, and Spain to Recognize Palestinian State
On May 28, 2024, Ireland, Norway, and Spain will officially recognize the Palestinian state, marking a significant diplomatic shift intended to bolster peace efforts in the Middle East. This decision…
International Criminal Court Calls for Arrest of Netanyahu and Hamas Officials
On May 20, 2024, the International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan announced his request for arrest warrants targeting leaders from both Israel and Hamas. This decision is based on…
Columbia University Faculty Pass Vote of No Confidence in President Minouche Shafik
On Thursday, the faculty of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University passed a vote of no confidence in the university’s president, Minouche Shafik. This decision reflects significant dissatisfaction with her…
Analyzing the 2024 Presidential Election: A Look at Swing State Polls and Voter Sentiments
As we approach the 2024 presidential election, recent polls reveal crucial insights into the voter landscape across key battleground states. These findings highlight former President Donald Trump’s lead over President…
Navigating Media Biases: Students’ Search for Truth in Gaza Reporting
Nick Wilson, a student at Cornell University, is deeply involved in monitoring the ongoing war in Gaza that began in October. As a pro-Palestinian activist, Wilson is quite selective about…
Yahya Sinwar’s Role in the Continuing Israel-Hamas Conflict
Last October, after Hamas launched an attack on Israel, triggering the conflict in Gaza, Israeli leaders labeled Yahya Sinwar, the top official of Hamas in the region, as a “dead…
Republican Lawmakers Scrutinize K-12 Leaders Over Handling of Antisemitic Incidents
On Wednesday, members of the House Education Committee questioned leaders from three K-12 public school districts about how they managed recent events that reportedly made Jewish students feel unwelcome and…