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…
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…
Student Activism and Community Division at Berkeley High
On October 18, hundreds of Berkeley High School students, supported by several of their teachers, left their classrooms to gather at a nearby park for a protest. The students raised…
Navigating Free Speech and Campus Safety Amidst the Israel-Hamas Conflict
In recent months, university leaders have grappled with effectively communicating their free speech policies during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This dilemma has escalated to the point where law enforcement in…
Civilian Criticism Grows Against Hamas in Gaza
Over six months into a devastating conflict in Gaza, Palestinians are increasingly voicing their frustrations with Hamas, the ruling group they hold partly responsible for the dire situation that has…
Safety Over Speech: USC’s Commencement Controversy
The University of Southern California (USC) on Monday announced that the valedictorian will not speak at the upcoming commencement ceremony due to safety concerns. Asna Tabassum was selected as this…
How Palestinian Citizens of Israel Defy Silence
In Deir Hanna, a town nestled in Israel’s Galilee region, a remarkable event unfolded one sunny Saturday afternoon. Hundreds of individuals, representing a diverse tapestry of the community, came together…
7 Humanitarian Aid Workers Killed in an Israeli Attack
On Tuesday, World Central Kitchen (WCK), an organization dedicated to providing food aid, announced a significant pause in its efforts within Gaza. This decision came after a tragic incident where…
A Race Against Time to Stop a Government Shutdown
On Friday the House of Representatives passed a massive $1.2 trillion spending package, narrowly avoiding a government shutdown. This critical decision means that the Senate is now on a tight…
Navigating the Thin Line Between Aid and Allegations
In mid-January, a significant event unfolded involving the United Nations and its efforts to support Palestinian refugees. Philippe Lazzarini, who leads the UN agency known as UNRWA, dedicated to helping…