Ye’s Apology Is Not Enough
How fitting that Argentine President Javier Milei sang Libre, a Spanish anthem of freedom, on Israel’s Independence Day.
A powerful tribute a nation built on resilience and liberty.
President Milei, honored as a torch-lighter in Jerusalem, stood in celebration of Israel at 78, one enduring, remarkable Jewish state.
Video: @bymoalem
How fitting that Argentine President Javier Milei sang Libre, a Spanish anthem of freedom, on Israel’s Independence Day.
A powerful tribute a nation built on resilience and liberty.
President Milei, honored as a torch-lighter in Jerusalem, stood in celebration of Israel at 78, one enduring, remarkable Jewish state.
Video: @bymoalem
European countries are canceling Kanye West, but Jews across Europe are still being attacked in the streets.
Synagogues are guarded. Children are told to hide who they are.
If this is about fighting antisemitism, it cannot stop at one artist.
European countries are canceling Kanye West, but Jews across Europe are still being attacked in the streets.
Synagogues are guarded. Children are told to hide who they are.
If this is about fighting antisemitism, it cannot stop at one artist.
Standing his ground despite the pressure. Boy George is pushing back against calls to boycott Israel at Eurovision, making it clear he won’t turn his back on his Jewish friends while preparing to perform with Senhit for San Marino. “I’ve got a lot of fans in Israel… I have a lot of Jewish friends, and I know them to be beautiful, good, kind, smart, loving people, so expecting me to turn against my friends is a lunacy, and it’s not going to happen.”
Standing his ground despite the pressure. Boy George is pushing back against calls to boycott Israel at Eurovision, making it clear he won’t turn his back on his Jewish friends while preparing to perform with Senhit for San Marino. “I’ve got a lot of fans in Israel… I have a lot of Jewish friends, and I know them to be beautiful, good, kind, smart, loving people, so expecting me to turn against my friends is a lunacy, and it’s not going to happen.”
It is very appropriate that the 60 minutes segment with Rachel Goldberg-Polin was released at the same time as Israel`s Memorial Day.
Yom HaZikaron (Day of Rememberance) honors the fallen soldiers and honors the 5000+ Israelis who died from terrorism.
Hersh Goldberg-Polin was an American-Israeli who deeply embodied the spirit of both nations. May his memory forever be a revolution.
It is very appropriate that the 60 minutes segment with Rachel Goldberg-Polin was released at the same time as Israel`s Memorial Day.
Yom HaZikaron (Day of Rememberance) honors the fallen soldiers and honors the 5000+ Israelis who died from terrorism.
Hersh Goldberg-Polin was an American-Israeli who deeply embodied the spirit of both nations. May his memory forever be a revolution.
A scene from The West Wing that perfectly describes what today, Yom Hazikaron - Memorial Day, looks like in Israel.
A scene from The West Wing that perfectly describes what today, Yom Hazikaron - Memorial Day, looks like in Israel.
In a region where LGBTQ+ rights are often under threat, Israel is going bigger than ever. “Pride Land” will turn the Dead Sea into the Middle East’s largest Pride festival this June, creating a 24-hour Pride City with music, culture, and safe spaces for all. “This is not just another festival, it’s the biggest thing we’ve done here,” said producer Aaron Cohen, sending a clear message of visibility and freedom.
In a region where LGBTQ+ rights are often under threat, Israel is going bigger than ever. “Pride Land” will turn the Dead Sea into the Middle East’s largest Pride festival this June, creating a 24-hour Pride City with music, culture, and safe spaces for all. “This is not just another festival, it’s the biggest thing we’ve done here,” said producer Aaron Cohen, sending a clear message of visibility and freedom.
During their Coachella set, The Strokes projected visuals depicting a university in Gaza being destroyed, alongside references to damaged universities in Iran. Presented without any explanation or context, the imagery pushed a clear, one-sided political message to a global audience.
No mention of Hamas. No mention of terrorism embedded within civilian infrastructure, including schools and mosques. No mention of hostages held in underground tunnels for over two years.
Using a massive cultural platform like Coachella to promote a selective narrative while omitting the underlying reality of terrorism and accountability is deeply irresponsible. Complex conflicts cannot be reduced to emotionally charged imagery that erases context and distorts truth. Audiences deserve honesty, not curated messaging that tells only half the story.
During their Coachella set, The Strokes projected visuals depicting a university in Gaza being destroyed, alongside references to damaged universities in Iran. Presented without any explanation or context, the imagery pushed a clear, one-sided political message to a global audience.
No mention of Hamas. No mention of terrorism embedded within civilian infrastructure, including schools and mosques. No mention of hostages held in underground tunnels for over two years.
Using a massive cultural platform like Coachella to promote a selective narrative while omitting the underlying reality of terrorism and accountability is deeply irresponsible. Complex conflicts cannot be reduced to emotionally charged imagery that erases context and distorts truth. Audiences deserve honesty, not curated messaging that tells only half the story.
Spain is choosing politics over unity. RTVE will not broadcast Eurovision 2026, boycotting the contest over Israel’s participation despite no rules being broken. This marks the first time since 1961 and makes Spain the first “Big Five” country to pull out, turning a global music event into a political statement and setting a dangerous precedent.
Spain is choosing politics over unity. RTVE will not broadcast Eurovision 2026, boycotting the contest over Israel’s participation despite no rules being broken. This marks the first time since 1961 and makes Spain the first “Big Five” country to pull out, turning a global music event into a political statement and setting a dangerous precedent.
