A week of racism-fuelled disorder in Northern Ireland, sparked by disturbances in English towns and cities, is proving harder to end, with fears the UK region's sectarian divisions are feeding into the violence. "It is driven by racism and fear of the other, but in Northern Ireland it also interfaces with sectarian political dynamics," he told AFP.
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Three decades of violent sectarian conflict known as the "Troubles" largely ended in 1998, but bitterness and frictions persist between pro-UK Protestant loyalists and pro-Irish unity Catholic nationalists.

N.Ireland violence shocks Muslims and stokes fears over sectarian divides

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(JTA) — An influential Belgian author is being sued by the European Jewish Association after he wrote that Israel’s bombing of Gaza made him want to “ram a sharp knife through the throat of every Jew” he meets. Herman Brusselmans, a popular novelist and public intellectual who appears regularly on television, sparked turmoil in Europe’s...

A popular Belgian author wrote he wanted to ‘ram a sharp knife’ through every Jew he meets. He says it was satire.

I was waiting at a light-rail station when a very old woman in a sun hat approached me. She wanted to go to Bnei Brak. But the train line she was waiting at did not go there. I looked at the map and pointed to a station where she might switch. “I can’t see,” she...

As Israel braces for attack, ordinary citizens fear that Netanyahu has destroyed a country and a dream

The Independent

Ireland’s president has condemned the “outrageous level of killing” of people in Gaza, and called for an immediate ceasefire, after 80 people were killed when an Israeli airstrike hit a school-turned-shelter.The strike on the school in central Gaza City also left another 47 people injured, Gaza’s health ministry said.Video from the scene showed walls blown out of a large building. Chunks of concrete and twisted metal lay on top of a blood-soaked floor, with clothing, toppled furniture and other debris.A blackened car with the windows blown out was covered in rubble.Statement by President Higgins following strike on school site in...

Irish president condemns ‘outrageous level of killing’ of people in Gaza

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Thousands of British Muslims and Muslim immigrants marched through London on Thursday, chanting, “Jews, remember Khaybar. The Army of Muhammad is coming to kill you, too.” Khaybar, of course, was the site of a massacre of a Jewish tribe conducted by the Prophet Muhammad. While British Prime Minister Keir Starmer cracks down on speech critical […]

Could there be a pogrom in London?

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An online article read, "Questions Surround Simone Biles As Investigation Dives Into Her 'Performance Enhancers.'"

Fact Check: Simone Biles Investigated by Olympic Commission for Performance-Enhancing Drugs?

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s interview with CBS Sunday Morning has already caused controversy for a number of different reasons. And now the Duchess of Sussex has come under fire for her alleged behavior backstage!
According to reports, roy...

Meghan Markle Was Reportedly 'Screaming' Backstage After CBS Interview Over Unexpected Question Asked: 'She Had A Meltdown'

Q: My husband of 49 years died a few months ago. I filed for widow’s benefits and started receiving them with no problem. But I got a letter telling me that I was not eligible for the $255 death benefit. When I called the Social Security people to ask about this, they told me that I wasn’t due that one-time benefit because we were not living together when he died. I’m ashamed to admit that my husband had been living with another woman for several years before he died. But it seems odd to me that I can get his monthly widow’s benefits, but I can’t get the burial benefit. Can you explain this?

No Death Benefit for Widow of Husband Who Was Having an Affair

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ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay (AP) — The government of Paraguay on Thursday effectively ordered the U.S. ambassador to leave the South American nation, escalating tensions between the allies in the wake of the Biden administration’s sanctions on a tobacco company linked to the country’s powerful former president. In...

Paraguay says it wants the US ambassador to leave the country in apparent protest over sanctions

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In the past, divorce after fifty seemed like a daunting chapter to begin alone. Society viewed singleness in the later stages of life as a path filled with loneliness and hardship.

A New Norm: Why Many Over 50 Opt for Singleness Post-Divorce

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It's been 40 years since actor Jon-Erik Hexum died of an accidental self-inflicted gun shot on October 18, 1984 in Los Angeles. He was only 26 years old, and this is his story.

In Memory of Actor Jon-Erik Hexum:  40 Years After His Accidental, Self-Inflicted Tragic Death

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

HERVÁS, SPAIN — A gray-bearded shopkeeper in a white yarmulke and long robe sells menorahs, Stars of David, and Kabbalist medallions. Outside of his shop, the maze of narrow medieval streets is lined with artisans; men wear skullcaps and women wear head coverings.  But alongside the Judaica, there are Virgin Marys and crosses, and the...

A small town in Spain is finally embracing its Jewish history — but is any of that history true?

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If you're a fan of hearty breakfasts and brunches in Florida, you might have had Keke’s Cafe on your radar. Known for its generous portions and friendly service, Keke’s has been a go-to spot for many. However, the Lake Mary location recently hit a bump in the road, resulting in a temporary shutdown following a state inspection that uncovered 15 violations.

Breakfast Eatery Closed in Florida for Roaches, Dirty Hands, and Cold Foods Over 41 Degrees

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

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It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

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Hezbollah said that it struck northern Israel with drones and rocket attacks on Aug. 6. However, the group warns another attack is coming.

Hezbollah strikes northern Israel, warns the worst is yet to come

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

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I’m a traveling mohel. My colleague’s unprecedented arrest in Ireland has shaken me to my core.

“What are these for?” the security guard at the Dubai airport asked as three others inspected my bris kit — the bag of supplies I carry...

I’m a traveling mohel. My colleague’s unprecedented arrest in Ireland has shaken me to my core.

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