Just Representing My Country’: MLB Umps Force Cubs Pitcher to Ditch Glove with American Flag Patch

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Major League Baseball umpires made Chicago Cubs pitcher Luke Little ditch his glove Wednesday because it had a small American flag patch on one of its fingers.

The decision came during Chicago’s 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros when Little prepared to take the mound in the seventh inning.

But as the umps looked him over before heading onto the field, they told him he would not be allowed to use the glove with the small flag patch.

The issue was the American flag was on his glove,” said Cubs manager Craig Counsell, according to Fox News. “Pitchers’ gloves, they’re pretty strict about not having white on the pitchers’ gloves. Apparently, the flag had what could be a distraction to the hitter.”

The Cubs reported that Little was forced to use a brand-new glove that had not been broken in.

“I had to beat it a little bit, try and get it flexed out,” Little told reporters after the game. “Of all the things to do is breaking in a glove during a game.”

After the game, Little jumped to his X account to tell fans he is “proud to be an American.”

Little added that he has been using the black glove with the small flag patch since his days in Single-A baseball.

“The cubbies told me that they had got an email from MLB that I’m not allowed to wear it,” Little added. “But I just didn’t assume that they were just going to just cut me. It’s not like it has an advantage in the game. It’s not like it blinds the hitters. Just representing my country.

“Just a whole debacle. Got to get ready without it and throw through it,” he insisted.

Luke Little of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field on April 24, 2024 in Chicago,…
Luke Little #43 of the Chicago Cubs delivers a pitch against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field on April 24, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Wednesday’s appearance on the mound was his ninth game for the Cubs this year. He has allowed two runs and five hits during the 8.1 innings he has pitched for the North Siders. Last year, he only played seven games for the Cubs.

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Pesach – The Bitter & The Sweet

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Pesach – The Bitter & The Sweet
By: Chaya Sora Jungreis-Gertzulin
I am writing these words from the Holy City of Yerushalayim. My husband and I joined our daughter and her family to celebrate the Bar Mitzvah of our grandson on Pesach. Sitting at the seder table just a few hundred meters away from the remnants of the Bais HaMikdash, with the walls of the ancient city as our backdrop, was a truly once-in-a lifetime experience.
It is evident that the Jews of Israel are hurting. They have been living a tortured life for these past seven months. Yet, as we walked the streets of Yerushalayim on Erev Pesach, people were busy scurrying about, taking care of last-minute shopping and errands. Doing everything to make sure they and their families will welcome Pesach with joy. We spotted city workers planting flowers. It is still Pesach, Chag Ha’Aviv, Holiday of Springtime. I took the flowers as a sign of a nation’s belief in tomorrow. A nation that not only endures but is filled with hope and believes in the future.
As we welcomed the holiday surrounded by the Jews of Eretz Yisroel, it was impossible not to take note of their strength and emunah, reflecting not only on our nation’s history, but also singing praises to HaShem for His constant protection from enemies, past and present.
At the seder table, we tasted both marror and charoses, the bitter and the sweet. There are so many experiencing the pain of war — the bitter, but at the same time making sure to see the sweets of life.
At the seder, we sang Vehi She’amdah (And this is what stood with our fathers), a haunting, soft melody. his year, its words took on extra meaning.
We are living VEHI SHE’AMDAH.
Vehi She’amdah. And this is what stood with our ancestors and us — our key to survival. For not just one alone arose to annihilate us, but b’chol dor vodor, in each and every generation, there is one that arises against us. V’haKodosh Boruch Hu, the Holy One, Blessed be He, saves us from their hands.
As we were celebrating the Festival of Freedom in Yerushalayim, our hearts were torn by the news of the latest enemy to rise up against us…. the cruel war of anti-Semitism that our people are experiencing world-wide. Particularly painful was hearing and seeing the hate and venom back home in our very own city, at Columbia University and on so many other college campuses. Who would ever have believed that institutions of higher learning, whose purpose and mission it is to educate the next generation of leaders, could possibly sink so low, becoming places of hate and intolerance.
The Jerusalem Post reported about a video published by the Columbia Sundial editor-in-chief, Jonas Du. It shows a man with a red keffiyeh over his face. “Remember the 7th of October” he shouts. “This will happen not one more time, not five more times, not 10 more times, not 100 more times, not 1,000 more times, but 10,000 more times.”
A masked man with a Palestinian flag draped across his shoulder screams loudly, “Are you ready… the 7th of October is about to be every day”.
The encampment demonstrators at Columbia had no problem chanting the words, “From the river to the sea, you will be kicked out — you will see”, followed by “Death to America” . Chants that are both frightening and horrific. “We say justice, they say how, burn Tel Aviv to the ground…. Go Hamas, we love you. We support your rockets too.”
These words were not heard in Beirut, Tehran, or Istanbul. But in New York City. Home to the second largest community of Jews outside of Israel. How shocking, how vulgar. And all of this is tolerated in the name of “free speech” and “academic freedom”.
Vehi She’amdah. And this is what stood. Our sages ask, what stood? What is the “this”, that gives our nation strength. One explanation is that it is our nation’s clinging to the eternal Torah. This message is alluded to in the word “vehi”, which in Hebrew is spelled vuv, hei, yud, aleph. Each of the letters has a numerical value that refers to our Torah.
ו-Vov – six: Six Books of the Mishnah.
ה-Hei – five: Five Books of the Torah.
י-Yud – ten: The Ten Commandments.
א-Aleph – one: HaShem — the One and Only.
How do we survive the exile, the bitter, the marror in life? With the sweet faith that a Torah life gives us.
It’s Pesach. We make our way to the Kosel. The Kosel plaza is packed. Wall-to-wall people. Men and women. Young and old. Jews of every description and background. Jews from Israel, America, Europe, Africa and Asia. All there for a common purpose. To pour out our hearts to HaShem. To plead for Heavenly intervention as we battle enemies, both known and unknown. A nation that believes in the power of prayer. Prayers that sustained our ancestors and that sustain us through these most difficult and challenging times.
We are nation filled emunah and bitachon, faith and trust in HaShem. Even the songs we sing reflect our emunah. Ani Ma’amin — I believe. Yisroel b’tach b’HaShem — Our nation places its trust in HaShem. Anu ma’aminim bnei ma’aminim — We are believers, children of believers. And, there are so many more.
This is the vehi she’amdah. Torah, prayer, faith. With everything in the world going on around us, these are the keys to our survival. These are the most powerful weapons we have to protect us.
The Haggadah takes us on a long journey. The journey of our people, from slavery to freedom. We are still on that journey, waiting for the final leg of the trip to be fulfilled.
We close the seder with the joyous song, L’Shanah Haba-ah B’Yerushalayim, may we celebrate next year in Yerushalayim. May we merit to see Yerushalayim ha’benuya, a rebuilt Yerushalayim. A Yerushalayim of peace…. what we all daven and yearn for.
Wishing all Shabbat Shalom
and a Chag Sameach!
Chaya Sora
Chaya Sora can be reached at [email protected]
This article was written L’zecher Nishmas/In Memory Of HaRav Meshulem ben HaRav Osher Anshil HaLevi, zt”l and Rebbetzin Esther bas HaRav Avraham HaLevi, zt”l

11 Facts You Should Know About Chol Hamoed, the Holidays’ Intermediate Days

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Chol Hamoed (that’s three syllables: Ha-mo-ed) refers to the intermediate days, sandwiched between the opening and closing days of either Passover or Sukkot. Not quite holidays but not weekdays either, Chol Hamoed is a time that blends festive atmosphere with daily routine. Read on for 11 facts about these twice-yearly periods in the Jewish calendar.

1. It Means “Mundane of the Holiday”

“Chol Hamoed” is Hebrew for “mundane of the holiday,” highlighting the semi-sacred status of these intermediate days. While the opening and closing days of Passover and Sukkot are full-fledged holidays (quite literally: holy days), the days in between retain a lesser measure of sanctity. This unique blend is manifest in the various laws and practices of Chol Hamoed, as described below.

Read: Chol Hamoed: The Intermediate Festival Days

2. Passover Has Four; Sukkot Has Five

Of Passover’s eight days, the first and last two days are full-fledged holidays, while the four middle days (17–20 Nissan) are “Chol Hamoed Pesach.” Similarly, Sukkot begins with a two-day holiday and concludes with the double holiday of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. The five days in between (17–21 Tishrei) are “Chol Hamoed Sukkot.”

Read: What Is Passover; What Is Sukkot

3. In Israel, Add One

In Israel, Passover is seven days instead of eight, and Sukkot through Simchat Torah is eight days instead of nine. However, only one day at the beginning and end of each festival is a complete holiday, unlike the Diaspora’s two. This leaves Israelis with five Passover Chol Hamoed days (16–20 Nissan) and six Sukkot ones (16–21 Tishrei).

Read: Why Do We Celebrate Holidays for Two Days in the Diaspora?

4. Some Types of Work Are Forbidden

Defining a day as both holy and mundane requires a careful balancing act. Unlike Shabbat and the holidays when creative work is forbidden, only certain activities are prohibited on Chol Hamoed. Thus, driving a car and using electricity is permitted, while going to work, doing laundry, and writing is subject to certain limitations.1 (Of course, if there is a Shabbat during Chol Hamoed, all types of work are forbidden.)

Read: Why No Work on Chol Hamoed?

5. The Holiday Mitzvahs Remain in Effect

Don’t forget to keep the special holiday practices during Chol Hamoed as well. On Passover, eat matzah and refrain from consuming or owning chametz (leaven), and on Sukkot, eat meals in the sukkah and shake the lulav and etrog.

Read: 14 Chametz Facts Every Jew Should Know

6. They Are Days of Joy

It’s a mitzvah to rejoice on Chol Hamoed just like on the holidays themselves.2 In practical terms, this means that it is recommended to partake of a bread-based meal3 and drink some wine4 each day of Chol Hamoed. It is also customary to dress up.5

Read: Rejoicing on the Holidays

7. It’s Perfect for Family Time

Many families find Chol Hamoed to be the perfect time for enjoyable and memorable family outings. Take your kids to a park, museum, or zoo,6 and if there is a sizable Jewish community nearby, chances are that many like-minded people will be doing the same. Don’t forget to bring along some kosher snacks—and on Passover, chametz-free ones.

8. There Are Special Prayers and Torah Readings

Chol Hamoed prayers come with some added perks, such as the festive Hallel prayer, a holiday-themed Torah reading, and the Musaf prayer. On Sukkot, the lulav and etrog are waved during Hallel, and held when encircling the bimah during Hoshanot.

Read: What Is Hallel?

9. It Often Includes Shabbat

Often, one of the days of Chol Hamoed is Shabbat. Shabbat Chol Hamoed has an added layer of festivity, fusing Chol Hamoed celebration with Shabbat relaxation. In the morning prayer services, the weekly Torah reading cycle is suspended, and a selection related to the holiday is read instead.

Read: 13 Special Shabbats on the Jewish Calendar

10. Many Don’t Wear Tefillin

While Jewish males put on tefillin every day, on Shabbat and holidays the prayers are said without these sacred vestments.7 The status of Chol Hamoed in this regard is a matter of halachic debate.8 In practice, Sephardim, Chassidic Jews, and certain non-Chassidic segments of Ashkenazi Jewry do not wear tefillin on Chol Hamoed, while other Ashkenazim do.

Read: Do I Put on Tefillin During Chol Hamoed?

11. Less Work = More Torah Study

One of the reasons work is restricted on Chol Hamoed is to give us more time to study Torah.9 Torah is more than a handbook of Jewish law; it is our source of life. So with work on hiatus, make sure to pick up a Torah book and enrich your knowledge of our eternal heritage.

Read: The Torah Is…

FOOTNOTES

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For the details of these laws, see Code of Jewish Law, Orach Chaim §§530–548.

2.

Deuteronomy 16:14. Shulchan Aruch Harav 529:6.

3.

Mishnah Berurah 530:1.

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Shulchan Aruch Harav 529:6–7.

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Mishnah Berurah 530:1.

6.

If visiting a petting zoo, do not purchase food to feed the animals, as it likely contains chametz.

7.

Code of Jewish Law, Orach Chaim 31:1.

8.

Code of Jewish Law, Orach Chaim 31:2 and commentaries.

9.

Jerusalem Talmud, Moed Katan 2:3.

By Yehuda Altein

Rabbi Yehuda Altein is a writer, translator and editor specializing in Jewish subjects and handwritten family material. A former researcher for JLI’s Machon Shmuel Research Institute, he has written on Jewish history, scriptural exegesis, halachah, and chassidut. Yehuda resides in Brooklyn, N.Y., with his family and enjoys collecting antique Judaica and exploring natural history in the Torah.

It’s Time for American Jews to Vote Their Interests: And to Oppose Anti-Semitic Radicals & Their Enablers

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By Adam Turner

Since the October 7^th Hamas massacre (and starting even before the Israelis’ counterattacked) U.S. cities have been engulfed with rioting by miseducated “useful idiots” who have expressed their support for Hamas’ barbarity, often chanted anti-Semitic slogans, and condemned the Israelis simply for acting to defend themselves. They have attacked Israeli or Jewish owned restaurants. They have charged into U.S. synagogues. They have harassed Jews on American college campuses, most notably our elite universities. They have rampaged through the halls of a New York high school – for nearly two hours – simply because they discovered a teacher had attended a pro-Israel rally. This teen mob forced the terrified educator to hide in a locked office as they tried to push its way into her classroom. They have trespassed into the U.S. Congress, and obstructed U.S. federal government activities. They have killed and injured innocent American Jews. Their leaders have spouted the most obvious and ridiculous nonsense and lies about the situation, babbling about supposed Israeli “genocide”, “apartheid”, “targeting children”, and “occupation”, which their miseducated followers parrot. All in all, there has been an explosion of anti-Semitic incidents throughout the nation, as documented by the Anti-Defamation League.

All of this has been accompanied by a huge surge in anti-Semitic incidents in Europe and in Canada. This surge may force the few remaining significant Jewish populations, most especially in France, the United Kingdom, and Canada, to flee to a safer country – at this point, there is only the U.S. or Israel.

And how has President Joe Biden behaved during this crisis situation for American and world Jews? How has he acted to protect the lives and rights of American Jews, who voted overwhelmingly for him in 2020? How has he acted to support Israeli Jews, who are our nation’s allies, and many of whom have family ties to American Jews?

Abysmally.

Focused solely on his re-election, Joe Biden and his administration has increasingly appealed to the pro-Hamas wing of the Democratic party. He has intentionally misled the American people again and again (see here, here, here, here, and here) to gain the affection of the section of his party that is made up of anti-Semitic, pro-Hamas, thugs. He has duplicitously focused on fighting a fake “Islamophobia”, rather than a very real anti-Semitism. He has pushed the “two-state solution” to the Israeli-Palestinian Arab conflict, which is contrary to U.S. national interests and endangers the largest community of Jews in the world, in Israel.

And when called on his bias, Biden has blamed it all on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, instead of the various Palestinian Arab groups which refuse to make peace. Biden’s deflection is nothing more than a talking point that is approaching Big Lie status.

There are numerous examples of Democratic bias against Israel post-October 7^th. President Biden has threatened significant shifts in U.S. policy — including an end to the U.S. defense of Israel at the United Nations and restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons by Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza – if Israel invades Rafah to finally destroy the remaining terrorists of Hamas. And he has followed through. Biden also told Israel not to retaliate against the recent Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack on Israel. Democratic leadership has pushed for Israel’s prime minister to leave, as if he initiated the October 7^th attack. And many Congressional Democrats seem ok with punishing Israel for defending itself.

American Jews have a critical choice to make. Over two thousand years ago, Hillel the Elder, a prominent Jewish sage in ancient Israel – not Palestine – taught the following: “If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?”

Today, if American Jews are not for themselves, and for other Jews, and for Jewish interests, who will be for them? Will it be the UN? Will it be the Western European nations? Will it be Third World nations? Will it be Hollywood celebrities?

Will it be Joe Biden and the majority of the Democratic Party?

No. The fact is, the world loves dead Jews. So, American Jews must stand up for themselves. And if others don’t like it – it is what it is. They should also heed the advice of Golda Meir, a former socialist Israeli prime minister, who once said, “if we have a choice between being dead and pitied, and being alive with a bad image, we’d rather be alive and have the bad image.”

Of course, some will say that American Jews should not be self-serving. But there is no real danger of that. It is a fact that a larger percentage of American Jews give to charitable causes than households of other faiths. It is also a fact that Jews, both American and Israeli, have striven, over and over again, to reach out to their enemies, including the Palestinians, to help, and make peace, with them. (And yes, Palestinian Arabs hate and kill American Jews – and other Americans – too.) Meanwhile, not once, have the Palestinians missed an opportunity to miss an opportunity for peace.

As Hillel said, American Jews cannot procrastinate. They must fight for their interests now, before it is too late. Before the U.S. becomes like France, where there are Jewish (and other non-Muslim) “no-go” districts and rampant violent anti-Semitic attacks. In 2006, Ilan Halimi, a 23 year old French Jew, was kidnapped and tortured to death over three weeks by a Muslim gang. Halimi’s captors beat, burned, stabbed and poured toxic fluid on him before he died. In 2012, four French Jewish civilians, including three Jewish children (aged 8, 5, and 3), were shot by a Muslim terrorist. The terrorist yanked one little girl, Myriam Monsonego, by her blond hair, pressed his gun against her skull, and fired. And in 2017, a 65 year old French woman named Sarah Halimi, was first bludgeoned, and then thrown out of her window to her death by a vicious criminal who called her a “dirty Jewess” and also celebrated, “Allahu Akbar, I killed the demon!”

In particular, I believe that it is well past the time for American Jewish Democrats to turn Franklin D. Roosevelt’s, John F. Kennedy’s, or Bill Clinton’s picture to the wall (echoing what was once said here), and vote according to their own interests. If there is a Democrat who actually respects them, and their vital concerns – their desire to live, and to avoid anti-Semitism – then they can and should vote for that Democrat. But if there isn’t, then they should vote for a better candidate – Republican, or any other party – or abstain from voting altogether.

For the Presidency, there is no real choice. Donald Trump’s record is superior in every way to that of Joe Biden. And unlike Biden, he isn’t going to play political games to win the approval of pro-Hamas anti-Semites. Not only is his Republican base far less anti-Semitic, but he also has a personal reason to be supportive – his daughter and grandchildren are Jewish!

Now, I am under no illusion about how traumatizing this might be to some dyed-in-the-wool Democrats. They pride themselves on their liberalism, and their commitment to the Democratic Party. And many of them do not like Donald Trump, or other Republicans. But, keeping the United States a nation where Jews can live in peace and security, and where they can worship and think as they choose, seems to be well worth that sacrifice.

I know that other Jews have given up far more to live free in this country. My great-great-grandfather certainly did. Over one hundred years ago, his son, my great-grandfather, was drafted to serve in the Russian army. To avoid what would have been a likely death sentence for his Jewish son, my great-great-grandfather sent him to the United States, despite knowing that this meant he would have to serve in his son’s place. To avoid that, my great-great-grandfather then sliced off his own trigger finger, making himself useless to the Russians. He wasn’t drafted, and he was eventually able to join his son in freedom in the United States.

Compared to that, American Jews adjusting their voting behavior is merely a minor inconvenience.

Adam Turner is a national security and political professional, with over two decades of experience on the campaign trail, and on Capitol Hill in Washington DC. His handle on X is @AdamEdwTurner.

Columbia Lets 48-Hour Deadline Slide With No Action Against Student Protesters

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Israel Palestinians Columbia Protests — Columbia has become the ultimate hotbed of Jewish hate as pro-Hamas students have seized the campus while intimidating Jews. Credit: AP Photo/Mary Altaffer

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More than a week after its formation, the “Gaza Solidarity” tent encampment at Columbia University lives on, with school president Minouche Shafik letting her 48-hour deadline to clear the area slide without taking action against student protesters.

“Gaza will free us all. Zionism will fall.” pic.twitter.com/AKeVrAffuM

— Jessica Costescu (@JessicaCostescu) April 26, 2024

Student protesters celebrated another night in the encampment late Thursday with chants of “There is only one solution, intifada revolution” and “Long live the intifada.” Those chants came just hours before the university’s 48-hour deadline to clear the encampment was set to expire.

The students appeared to prepare for their arrest as the deadline approached, with student leaders informing protesters of their “jail support infrastructure.” Instead, Columbia officials issued a statement just before midnight saying their talks with the protesters “have shown progress and are continuing as planned.”

“There is a rumor that the NYPD has been invited to campus this evening,” the school said. “This rumor is false.”

The student group coalition behind the protest, Columbia University Apartheid Divest, celebrated the announcement in an Instagram post with the caption “NO SWEEP TONIGHT.”

It is now unclear whether the school has another deadline set for students to clear the encampment, which they formed on April 17, the day of Shafik’s congressional testimony on campus anti-Semitism.

While Shafik authorized New York City police to enter campus and arrest unauthorized participants one day later, the student protesters quickly formed another camp, which has stayed up since.

Students prepared for another wave of arrests Tuesday night, pledging to “defend the encampment” and “rally” for their “comrades.” But those arrests never came, with Shafik pushing back a midnight deadline to clear the encampment—first to 8 a.m., then to 48 hours.

Late Thursday night, Shafik issued the statement saying the negotiations between the university and the student protesters “have shown progress” and are ongoing. Columbia University did not respond to a request for comment.

The students are also targeting the school through Palestine Legal, a nonprofit that represents students who “stand for justice in Palestine.” The group announced a civil rights complaint against the New York Police Department over the arrest of more than 100 students, who were also suspended by the university. The group is representing four Columbia students and the school’s Students for Justice in Palestine chapter.

“Today, Palestine Legal filed a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights,” the group said in a Thursday statement, “demanding an investigation into Columbia University’s discriminatory treatment of Palestinian students and their allies, including by inviting NYPD officers in riot gear … to arrest over a hundred students peacefully protesting Israel’s genocide last week.”

Protests held near the entrance to Columbia’s campus have turned violent. Last week, Arab-Israeli journalist Yoseph Haddad was pushed, punched in the face, and told to kill himself during an encounter with people he called “pro-terrorist protesters” positioned near the Columbia gates. Haddad was scheduled to speak on campus that night but was forced to cancel the event.

Within the campus gates, meanwhile, a group of Jewish students was targeted by student protesters over the weekend. The group went out on campus Saturday night with an Israeli flag, which was stolen. Pro-Hamas agitators later attempted to burn it. The group was assaulted, splashed with water, and followed by protesters, according to one of the students.

At a press conference led by student protesters Thursday afternoon, organizers said they “will remain in this encampment until we achieve all of our demands,” which are for Columbia “to divest, disclose, and amnesty for all” students and faculty disciplined. The students have also scheduled another presser for 2:30 p.m. Friday.

Mark Levin Calls Anti-Israel Protesters ‘Hitler Youth on Our College and University Campuses

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Thursday on FNC’s “Hannity,” conservative talker Mark Levin blasted anti-Israel protesters and special counsel Jack Smith during his monologue.

Levin, who also hosts FNC’s “Life, Liberty & Levin,” called the anti-Israel protesters “Hitler youth.”

He also warned that Jack Smith and other local district attorneys were attempting to criminalize politics.

Transcript as follows:

HANNITY: Vile antisemitic protests continue to wreak havoc on college campuses all across the country. Earlier today, the University of Southern California canceled their main commencement ceremony. They also announced the campus would be shut down until further notice, following yesterday’s protest, which led to nearly 100 arrests.

Anyway, here with reaction to that and much more, he is the host of “Life, Liberty & Levin”, has his own syndicated radio show, I call him the great one, Mark Levin.

You know, I’m stuck — I’m sitting here with three great topics. I want your thoughts on Biden surrendering in the war on terror, stabbing Israel in the back, I want your take on the oral arguments on immunity in the Supreme Court today, and this insane trial in New York.

I only have six minutes, go ahead, pick — make —

MARK LEVIN, HOST OF “LIFE, LIBERTY & LEVIN”: Well., it might —

HANNITY: Take it from here.

LEVIN: I’ll do my best. Let’s start with the Hitler youth on our college and university campuses.

Joe Biden has gaslit this entire thing with his comments about Israel, his attacks on Bibi Netanyahu, his attacks on Israel trying to defend itself against Gaza and all the rest, Joe Biden is responsible for much of the hate and that’s why he doesn’t stand up like a man, like a statesman and put it down and say it in unequivocal terms.

This isn’t about Palestine. This is about terrorism on our college campuses.

Joe Biden has been on the wrong side whether it was race and bigotry when he walked into the Senate, and now, it’s antisemitism. He’s the antisemite president, that’s what he is, the Third Reich in the Ivory Tower. It’s been written about, the Third Reich in the Ivory Tower, Hitler’s American friends, it’s been written about, buried by “The Times,” the American media, they’re all back.

The Democrat Party, the Hitler youth on our campuses and let me make a suggestion America, aren’t you sick of paying for this? We need a BDS movement, a boycott, divest and sanction movement for all of these universities and colleges, start defunding them, start defunding them, start eliminating tenure for these sanctimonious Marxist, Islamist professors. Take our college campuses back from the Soviet style, you know, fanatics that run them.

We don’t have to have these no-go zones in our country. These universities in our country. Notice, they’re all in Democrat cities, almost all in Democrat states.

This isn’t happening among Republicans and so forth, but I want to point out something about the Supreme Court case since you have brought that up. Let me say something that hasn’t been said yet, the court is sitting there trying to be King Solomon and decide how they’re going to cut up the baby, cut the baby in half.

And King Solomon said no, and the mother of the baby said, no, no, no, no, don’t do it. Give it to the fraud. Give the baby to the fraud.

Let me explain something. Since the beginning of this country, since elections, we have never had a situation where elections have been criminalized by the government. They talk about fake electors. In 1876, three Republican states had a second set of electors. They’re not fake electors. They’re electors that are set Congress makes the final decision, there’s nothing criminal, there’s nothing obstructive about it.

A president or a candidate calling a speaker of the House, calling a board of elections official, calling a governor, so what? Big deal. They’re allowed to do that, that’s not obstruction, that’s not a crime either.

Or trying to get a legislature to bring their laws back to what they were before the Democrats were in there litigating, that’s not a crime either. But you know what? They keep talking about overturning election, an election is decided by the United States Congress, that meets in joint session to count the Electoral College votes.

Ask Jamie the Red Raskin who jumps up every time and objected to two times George W. Bush being elected president. Ask him when he jumped up in 2016, said, don’t count the electors, Donald Trump’s not the real president.

These challenges happen all the time, and yes, even when John Eastman said to Vice President Pence, we recommend that you don’t do this, that you do that, that’s not a crime either. In 1876, that’s exactly what happened. How come Rutherford B. Hayes wasn’t charged? How come the electors in Florida and Louisiana weren’t charged? How come all of a sudden, all of a sudden, this entire electoral process is criminalized where today we don’t know what’s even legal anymore?

You can’t have a slate of electors. We used to do that. You can’t call a board of elections official. We used to do that. You can’t lobby a governor, you can’t lobby Congress. The Democrats have done this all the time. Let me just say this Supreme Court, you made a big mistake, and all the legal analysts too, they’re sitting there.

What’s an official act? What’s a private act? No, no, no, no. You’re not Solomon. This should not be criminalized. We have an electoral system, a political system.

We have states, we have a Congress, they should sort the things out. Not you. That’s why you can’t figure out what to do.

This immunity stuff you were dragged into — you were dragged into Jack Smith’s world. When you were dragged in it before you ruled eight to zero against him. When it involved Bob McDonnell in Virginia, he’s twisted the Constitution, he’s criminalized the election.

He’s using the 1871 Klan Act for God’s sakes. He’s using the Enron Act, which you court you’re now looking at, and seeing if that’s constitutional and a Federal Contractor Act, he looked for anything he could to go after Donald Trump. He has weaponized this process.

You do not criminalize the political process. You do not criminalize the electoral process and now you have Democrat district attorneys running loose doing the same thing.

Supreme Court, have the guts to put this back in the box. I don’t care what the commentators on CNN and MSNBC say. Have the guts to say, wait a minute, courts, get the hell out of this business. This is not up to us. It’s up to the people, their elected representatives and Congress, not us.

HANNITY: You forgot the end.

LEVIN: I’m done.

HANNITY: That’s it, I’m done. You forgot that part. That’s it, I’m done.

LEVIN: Well, I’m done. I’m done now.

HANNITY: It’s better when you do it your way.

All right. Great one, Mark Levin, thank you.

Former top Hague judge: Media wrong to report court ruled ‘plausible’ claim of Israeli genocide

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UN7960617_20221028_LF_1861_-1320x880-1-750x400 — Joan Donoghue, judge and president of the International Court of Justice, briefs reporters at U.N. Headquarters on Oct. 28, 2022. (Credit: Loey Felipe/U.N. Photo.)

By Mike Wagenheim, JNS

Media reports that the International Court of Justice ruled that Israel was “plausibly” accused of genocide are inaccurate, Joan Donoghue, a judge and former president of the main United Nations judicial arm in The Hague, said in an interview with the BBC on Thursday.

The court never decided that South Africa’s claim that Israel was committing genocide in Gaza was “plausible,” despite an avalanche of media reports to that effect, and a slew of diplomats, who interpreted the court’s ruling that way.

“I’m glad I have a chance to address that, because the court’s test for deciding whether to impose measures uses the idea of plausibility. But the test is the plausibility of the rights that are asserted by the applicant, in this case South Africa” she told the BBC show HARDtalk.

“The court decided that the Palestinians had a plausible right to be protected from genocide and that South Africa had the right to present that claim in the court,” Donoghue said. “It then looked at the facts as well. But it did not decide—and this is something where I’m correcting what’s often said in the media—it didn’t decide that the claim of genocide was plausible.”

“It did emphasize in the order that there was a risk of irreparable harm to the Palestinian right to be protected from genocide,” she added. “But the shorthand that often appears, which is that there’s a plausible case of genocide, isn’t what the court decided.”

Donoghue’s term on the bench expired a few days after the court delivered its initial ruling on Jan. 26.

Following the ruling—and what the judge called the misreported “shorthand” in the media—Israel was widely accused of genocide and lawsuits charged other countries with abeting Israeli genocide, or failing to stop the Jewish state from committing genocide.

After a follow-up South African case, the U.N. court instituted provisional measures on March 28 that ordered Israel to ensure without delay that humanitarian assistance was being scaled and sped up in its delivery to Gaza.

It also ruled that Israel must ensure that the Israel Defense Forces avoids violating the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, including by preventing delivery of humanitarian assistance.

The U.N. high court has yet to rule on South Africa’s initial claim that Israel is committing genocide. It is not expected to do so for months.

Ivy League grads risk losing prized jobs for schools allowing antisemitic protests to fester: Wall Street honchos

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The Jewish Voice has highlighted the BDS movement, stressing its primary threat to American Jewry rather than solely to Israel. Unfortunately, these prescient warnings were largely ignored or even shunned by the mainstream Jewish American organizations. Credit: Britannica.com

The violent, antisemitic protests at some of the nation’s elite colleges has forced top corporate recruiters to assess the quality of the education dispensed at these places — and whether they should look elsewhere for job candidates, the Post has learned.

Activist investor Daniel Loeb, a Columbia University graduate, has begun to reconsider whether to focus offering jobs at his hedge fund to fellow alums and other Ivy League schools like Harvard, Yale, Penn amid their tepid responses to the protests on their campuses, he told The Post.

“We’ve always looked beyond the target schools but we’re doing it even more so now given recent events,” Loeb told The Post on Wednesday.

“We are looking for high-quality candidates but we’re going to be looking at different places.”

Loeb’s firm, Third Point, which manages $11 billion in assets, regularly recruited from places like Columbia in the past, he said.

Now, he’s broadening his focus to schools like Yeshiva University, the University of Florida and Emory University.

The “Ivies” — and schools like NYU and MIT that have also been hotbeds of antisemitic protests — are likely to remain so-called target schools for job recruitment for Wall Street and big corporations given the diaspora of their alumni in board rooms and C-suites.

However, job applicants from these places may find that the days of gliding through the interview process to a job are over, according to Wall Street executives and recruiters.

The anti-Israel protests now at Columbia, and throughout some of the country’s once revered, top-tiered universities are tarnishing degrees from these places, these people say.

Recruiters see the bungling responses from school administrations to the protests — such as Columbia calling for remote learning as officials negotiate with anti-Israel protesters to decamp from their disruptive tent-cities on campus — as endemic of a wider problem at the schools from an academic standpoint.

At issue: Can schools that rationalize non-stop protests while allowing course curriculum that imbibes students with a leftist interpretations of world events be trusted to produce quality job candidates?

The re-evaluation of the elite-school degree comes amid a broader crackdown on strident political dissent in the office environment.

One of the starkest examples came recently when Google fired more than 50 staffers who stormed offices in California and New York to protest the company’s contract with the Israeli government.

College curriculums also began to embrace required courses in so-called social justice themes, but they have been slow to reverse course.

Now, recruiters say, many that haven’t tapped down on violent protesters or moved their curriculum away from “woke” core courses are paying the price in terms of the perceived diminished value of the degrees they are handing out when students begin to look for jobs.

The problem, according to Gary Goldstein, chief executive officer of the Whitney Group, a prominent executive search firm, is that many high-profile schools in recent years have been getting funding from foreign sources, particularly in the Middle East, and were pressured to mold their curriculum to comport with the political sentiments of these benefactors.

“A lot of high-profile schools like the Ivies and places like MIT have been getting funding from Qatar and the Middle East and with that they have brought in professors who push DEI and teaching kids to view the world through oppressor and oppressed, which means Israel becomes the oppressor,” Goldstein told the Post.

Goldstein said the outgrowth of this type of instruction has been a backlash against some elite colleges where these anti-Israel protests are the most strident.

“I’m hearing from people they don’t want to send their kids to these places, but also from the banks that they’re leery about recruiting now from these highly visible schools and will look to places in the Midwest where you don’t see this type of activity,” he said.

Goldstein cited so-called “high-quality, second tier” schools outside the coasts as being the prime targets of corporate recruitment because the educational experience “hasn’t been so politicized.”

Crackhead Barney Trolls Piers Morgan Show in Whiteface-Diaper Getup: ‘I was Maimed’ by Alec Baldwin

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Crackhead Barney, the performance artist and anti-Israel troll who recently harassed Alec Baldwin in coffee shop, went ballistic on Piers Morgan, claiming the actor “maimed” her when he smacked her phone away.

White devil Alec Baldwin attacked me
While I was trying to get coffeee pic.twitter.com/qebME0V4Wl

— Crackhead Barney & Friends (@CHBAF) April 22, 2024

As Breitbart News reported this week, a social justice warrior named Crackhead Barney cornered Alec Baldwin in a coffee shop where she repeatedly asked him to say “Free Palestine” while heckling him for his role in the tragic shooting of Halyna Hutchins.

The clip shows the actor becoming increasingly irritated after a protester accosts him over the fatal Rust set shooting and asks him to say “free Palestine” and “f— Israel” on camera.

Baldwin, 66, rejected both demands from the ambush interviewer before asking a server to call police as the taunts go on.

The protester continues filming, at which point Baldwin says: “Can you do me one quick favor?”

During her appearance on Piers Morgan in which she satirically wore a neckbrace while wielding some crutches, Crackhead Barney said that Alec Baldwin “maimed” her. She also had her top pulled up to her neck with a pair of pasties covering her nipples.

“I absolutely believe that Palestine should be free.”

Piers Morgan gives his view to Crackhead Barney, the ambush interviewer who tried to get Alec Baldwin to say ‘Free Palestine’ in a coffee shop.

Watch the full interview: https://t.co/SqcPRwoViO @piersmorgan | @CHBAF pic.twitter.com/6XZxSvb4jR

— Piers Morgan Uncensored (@PiersUncensored) April 24, 2024

“What did I do to Alec Baldwin? Piers, do you see the damage that Alec did to me?” she asked as she pointed to her crutches.

“Do you see the damage? Look at my arms! Look at my arms, Piers! Look at my neck! I was maimed by a white man on Monday!” she added.

When Piers Morgan doubted her claims, Crackhead Barney called him “another white devil.”

“You don’t have to shout at me, we can have a civil conversation,” Morgan told her.

“Piers f–king Morgan … What’s wrong with saying ‘Free Palestine’?” she asked. “Piers, can you say ‘Free, free Palestine’ for me?”

Paul Roland Bois directed the award-winning Christian tech thriller, EXEMPLUM, which can be viewed for FREE on YouTube or Tubi. “Better than Killers of the Flower Moon,” wrote Mark Judge. “You haven’t seen a story like this before,” wrote Christian Toto. A high-quality, ad-free rental can also be streamed on Google Play, Vimeo on Demand, or YouTube Movies. Follow on X @prolandfilms or Instagram @prolandfilms.

Columbia Student Protester Says ‘Zionists Don’t Deserve to Live’; Apologizes

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A student who reportedly is among the leaders of the anti-Israel encampment at Columbia University stated in a January livestream that “Zionists don’t deserve to live” any more than Nazis do.

Zionism is simply the belief that Jews have a right to a state in Israel. The vast majority of Jews are also Zionists.

Meet Khymani James, a student leader of Columbia University’s anti-Israel Gaza Solidarity Encampment who openly states that “Zionists don’t deserve to live”

He made the comments during a meeting with the school that he live-streamed.

We put together the highlights: pic.twitter.com/JFlxnRkNC2

— Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) April 25, 2024

The Daily Wire reported Thursday that Khymani James made the remarks during a university inquiry.

He acknowledged Thursday that he made the remarks in January before the encampment was established at Columbia, and apologized for his violent rhetoric.

Read my statement below: pic.twitter.com/0u6mwycAYS

— Khymani James (@KhymaniJames) April 26, 2024

The encampment at Columbia has been among the most militant of the dozens that have spring up at university campuses across the nation, with pro-terror and antisemitic rhetoric rampant.

Read my statement below: pic.twitter.com/0u6mwycAYS

— Khymani James (@KhymaniJames) April 26, 2024

Jewish students report being harassed by participants and excluded from entry, so much so that a Columbia rabbi encouraged them to leave campus for their own safety. The Columbia encampment has also tried, without any authority to do so, to keep out journalists.

Last week, Columbia removed the encampment with the help of the New York Police Department (NYPD). The activists returned, and now the Columbia administration is negotiating, backing off deadlines for students to leave.

Joel B. Pollak is Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News and the host of Breitbart News Sunday on Sirius XM Patriot on Sunday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET (4 p.m. to 7 p.m. PT). He is the author of the recent e-book, “The Zionist Conspiracy (and how to join it),” now available on Audible. He is also the author of the e-book, Neither Free nor Fair: The 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. He is a winner of the 2018 Robert Novak Journalism Alumni Fellowship. Follow him on Twitter at @joelpollak.

When praying at a Jewish holy site is a crime

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Josephs-Tomb — The compound of Joseph's Tomb in Shechem after it was vandalized by Palestinians, April 10, 2022. (Nasser Ishtayeh/Flash90)

By Moshe Phillips

When is it a crime for a Jew to pray at a Jewish holy site? When the Palestinian Authority’s police are in charge, that’s when.

Here’s what happened: a handful of Jews attempted to pray at the Tomb of Joseph, in Shechem (Nablus), on the Passover holiday—something that the Oslo Accords specifically permit.

Look at Appendix 4 of the Oslo II accord, which the Palestinian Authority and Israel signed in September 1995. It lists two sites in PA-governed territory as “Jewish Holy Sites”: “1. Joseph’s Tomb (Nablus); 2. Shalom Al Israel Synagogue (Jericho).”

Article V(2)(b) of the Oslo II agreement then explains that those sites “will be under the responsibility of the Palestinian Police,” who are required “to ensure free, unimpeded and secure access to the relevant Jewish holy site.”

The PA police are obligated “to ensure the peaceful use of such a site, to prevent any potential instances of disorder and to respond to any incident.”

Yet what we saw last week was the exact opposite. In a video shown on social media, the arrested Jewish worshippers can be seen sitting against a wall, surrounded by heavily armed PA policemen. They are shouting in Arabic and kicking the Jews.

Imagine for a moment that a group of Muslim worshippers tried to reach some Muslim religious site within Israel—a site to which access was guaranteed in an Israeli-Palestinian treaty.

And imagine if, instead of letting the worshippers go to their site, the Israeli police arrested them, kicked them, and screamed at them in Hebrew.

It would be the lead story on CNN all day long. It would be front page news around the world. The United Nations Security Council would have an emergency meeting to denounce Israel.

Now what was the response to PA police officers violently assaulting Jews for trying to exercise their Oslo-guaranteed right to pray at a Jewish holy site on a major Jewish holiday?

Silence, of course.

Silence from the international news media. Silence from the UN, and the so-called human rights groups. Silence from left-wing Jewish groups such as J Street, Americans for Peace Now, and Partners for Progressive Israel—all of whom would be shrieking in protest if Muslim worshippers were treated that way by the Israeli police.

Perhaps most disturbing is the silence of the Biden administration and its Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism, Deborah Lipstadt.

A year ago, the Biden administration published what it called its National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism. And Ambassador Lipstadt’s job, every single day, is to combat antisemitism.

Yet when Jews are arrested and assaulted by police officers for the “crime” of trying to pray at their holy site, these so-called fighters against antisemitism are silent.

The Biden administration’s awful silence sends a message to the Palestinian Authority that it can violently mistreat Jewish worshippers, with no consequences.

Biden continues to push for a Palestinian state, continues to pressure Israel to cease firing at terrorists, and continues sending hundreds of millions of dollars in U.S. taxpayers’ money to the Palestinian Arabs—including to the very PA police force that is abusing Jewish worshippers.

Just this past week, U.S. officials said they are considering imposing sanctions on an Israeli army unit that they claim has been too rough on Palestinian terrorist suspects.

Yet they did not say a word about the Palestinian Authority’s policemen who can be seen on video assaulting innocent Jewish worshippers. What an outrageous double standard!

Moshe Phillips is a commentator on Jewish affairs whose writings appear regularly in the American and Israeli press.

Unlocking the Fitness Potential of Cycling: A Journey from Leisure to Health

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Unlocking the Fitness Potential of Cycling: A Journey from Leisure to Health

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As spring unfolds its vibrant canvas, beckoning us outdoors with its gentle warmth and burgeoning beauty, there’s perhaps no better way to embrace the season’s splendor than atop a trusty bicycle. With the return of songbirds and the blossoming of daffodils, the allure of cycling becomes irresistible, as if your faithful 10-speed is whispering, “It’s time to ride.”

Yet, beyond the idyllic imagery of leisurely pedaling through sun-dappled lanes lies a profound truth: cycling offers far more than just a delightful way to spend a leisurely afternoon. According to a recently published report in the New York Times, It holds the key to enhancing your fitness prowess without subjecting your joints to undue strain, serving as a potent springboard to elevate your performance in higher-impact sports like running or tennis.

Seth Forman, a distinguished sports performance trainer based in New Jersey, attests to cycling’s rehabilitative prowess, particularly for individuals recovering from knee injuries. Drawing from his expertise, Forman emphasized to the NYT the transformative impact of cycling on cardiovascular health, a benefit that extends to lowering cancer mortality rates. However, despite its myriad virtues, cycling is not without its limitations.

“While cycling excels in cardiovascular conditioning, it may not suffice for bolstering bone health, as seen in weight-bearing sports like running,” Forman explained, when speaking with the NYT. The crux lies in the fact that the bike’s support system mitigates the load-bearing stress crucial for bone density enhancement.

To bridge this gap and ensure comprehensive fitness development, Forman told the NYT of the importance of integrating resistance training into one’s regimen. By complementing cycling with targeted strength-building exercises, individuals can cultivate a holistic approach to fitness, fortifying both cardiovascular endurance and skeletal integrity.

Contrary to common misconceptions, embarking on a fitness-focused cycling journey doesn’t necessitate exorbitant investments in high-tech gear or specialized attire. Also speaking to the NYT was Marilyn Chychota, a seasoned triathlon coach hailing from Tucson, Arizona, and a former professional athlete.

Chychota is an advocate for a holistic approach to cycling, emphasizing the significance of proper bike sizing for optimal comfort and performance. The NYT report indicated that a visit to the local bike shop serves as the inaugural step in this transformative journey, ensuring that riders find their perfect fit as they establish a symbiotic bond with their bicycles.

In the quest for optimal performance and endurance, Chychota, a seasoned triathlon coach, shared invaluable strategies tailored to riders of all levels, guiding them towards success one revolution at a time, the NYT report noted.

Chychota advocates for a gradual approach, emphasizing the importance of consistency and progression. “Start by riding for approximately 20 minutes, three times a week, maintaining a steady tempo,” she advises, the NYT report said. Aim for a perceived exertion level of five out of ten, allowing for comfortable conversation while maintaining a moderate level of effort.

As your fitness improves, gradually extend the duration of one weekly ride by approximately 10 minutes, aiming to reach a milestone of 90 minutes over the course of three months. Concurrently, incrementally increase the duration of your remaining rides, capping them at around 45 minutes to an hour, the NYT report added. This structured approach ensures a gradual buildup of endurance and stamina, whether you’re a novice cyclist or a seasoned rider emerging from a winter hiatus.

Steve Johnson, a seasoned travel writer based in Minneapolis, echoes Chychota’s sentiment, emphasizing the importance of consistency in training. Indicated in the NYT report was that Johnson’s strategy revolves around starting with shorter, easier rides and maintaining a regular cycling schedule, gradually increasing both frequency and intensity as the season progresses. By adhering to this regimen, Johnson finds himself embarking on long, challenging rides with confidence and vigor as summer approaches.

In the bustling heart of Baltimore, nestled amidst the urban landscape, Joe Traill stands as a beacon for cycling enthusiasts. His eponymous establishment, Joe’s Bike Shop, serves as a haven for riders seeking expertise and guidance. With decades of experience under his belt, Traill shared invaluable insights into the world of cycling with the NYT, offering pearls of wisdom to novices and seasoned riders alike.

Central to Traill’s philosophy is the belief that a well-fitted bike lays the foundation for a fulfilling riding experience. For customers of Joe’s Bike Shop, the promise of personalized attention extends beyond the point of sale, with complimentary sizing adjustments ensuring optimal comfort and performance, as was reported by the NYT. For those seeking a deeper level of customization, Traill advocates for the transformative potential of bike fittings. This more immersive option, typically starting at $100, encompasses a comprehensive assessment, including body measurements and flexibility analysis, tailored to unlock each rider’s full potential.

Navigating the diverse terrain of cycling options can be daunting, particularly for newcomers. As noted in the NYT report, Traill offers sage advice, encouraging riders to consider their preferred terrain before making a selection. For the undecided, he recommends the versatility of hybrid bikes, characterized by wider, more stable tires and flat handlebars, ideal for traversing both streets and trails with ease.

In an era marked by technological innovation, e-bikes emerge as a compelling alternative, especially for those residing in hilly locales or for those contemplating bike commuting. The NYT report indicated that Traill extolled the virtues of electric assistance, citing studies that indicate increased mileage and workout intensity among users. However, he issued a word of caution against online purchases, highlighting the potential safety hazards associated with off-brand versions.

Safety remains paramount in the realm of cycling, with Traill emphasizing the indispensable role of a quality helmet equipped with MIPS (Multiple Impact Protection System). The report in the NYT said that with prices starting at $50, investing in head protection ensures riders can confidently navigate the open road, shielded from potential harm.

As riders embark on their journey to elevate their cycling experience, Traill spoke of the significance of mastering the art of pedaling. With a focus on achieving a smooth pedal stroke, he advises starting in easy gears and gradually increasing cadence. The NYT report said that for those aspiring to reach new heights of performance, Traill recommends clipless pedals and specialized shoes, facilitating efficient power transfer throughout the entire pedal stroke. While initially daunting for beginners, the benefits of this advanced setup are undeniable, offering enhanced control and efficiency on the road.

For those seeking to elevate their fitness level, Chychota recommends incorporating hill training into their regimen. Once comfortable riding on flat terrain, tackling hills provides a dynamic challenge to push boundaries and enhance overall performance, the NYT report said. Start with short climbs, pushing hard for one minute before returning to a comfortable pace. Gradually increase the duration and intensity of these hill repeats, aiming to conquer longer climbs with each session.

Interval training emerges as another key component in optimizing cycling performance. By incorporating short bursts of high-intensity effort interspersed with periods of recovery, riders can enhance their endurance and speed. Identify a pace around 90 percent of your maximum effort, sustainable for five minutes, and seek out flat stretches of road to execute these intervals.

Embarking on a journey to elevate your cycling prowess requires a strategic approach, one that challenges your limits while nurturing your growth. Chychota shared with the NYT her meticulously crafted weekly progression, designed to sculpt you into a formidable cyclist, capable of conquering any terrain with confidence and finesse.

Week 1 sets the stage for your transformation, introducing you to the rhythm of interval training. Begin with five rounds of alternating between 30 seconds of intense effort and one minute of easier pedaling. Embrace the challenge, but don’t hesitate to repeat this week’s workout until you feel ready to advance.

As you stride into Week 2, intensify the challenge with eight rounds of 30 seconds of fast-paced cycling followed by 30 seconds of recovery. Embrace the pulse-pounding intensity of these intervals as you push your limits and embrace the thrill of progress.

Week 3 introduces a new dimension to your training regimen, with two sets of eight rounds of 30 seconds of fast cycling interspersed with 30 seconds of recovery. Amp up the intensity and stamina, with five minutes of easy pedaling between each set, allowing for brief respite before diving back into the fray.

Week 4 heralds a progression towards longer intervals, as you tackle eight rounds of one minute of fast-paced cycling, balanced by two minutes of easier pedaling. Feel the surge of power coursing through your veins as you navigate the shifting landscape of intensity and recovery.

Week 5 invites you to push the boundaries further, with five rounds of two minutes of fast cycling punctuated by two minutes of recovery. Embrace the sustained effort, feeling the exhilarating rush of momentum as you propel yourself towards peak performance.

As Week 6 dawns, embrace the pinnacle of your transformation, with five rounds of three minutes of fast cycling followed by three minutes of recovery. Feel the synergy of strength and endurance intertwining within you, propelling you towards newfound heights of cycling excellence.

Upon completing this rigorous six-week progression, you emerge as a formidable cyclist, primed to conquer any challenge that lies ahead. Yet, even as you revel in your newfound fitness, remember to incorporate these workouts into your routine, ensuring continued growth and development.

Marilyn Chychota and Joe Traill, stalwarts of the cycling community, offer words of encouragement and wisdom, reminding you to start low and slow, but also to embrace the joy and exhilaration that cycling brings. Indeed, cycling isn’t merely a form of exercise—it’s a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and boundless adventure. So saddle up, embrace the challenge, and let the rhythm of the road propel you towards greatness.

Remembering the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising & Honoring Those Who Continue the Fight Against Anti-Semitism

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Parsha - Parshas Vaera article — Like the Jews of the Warsaw Ghetto, the Jews of ancient Egypt suffered from kotzer ruach. Photo Credit: Yad Vashem

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To commemorate the 81st anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, over 700 Staten Island public school students and educators watched Rising Up: Young Holocaust Heroes, at the majestic St. George Theater, Staten Island. Organized by the Wagner College Holocaust Center, the day encourages students of all faiths to stand up against anti-Semitism and prejudice. In addition to the performance, awards were presented to three outstanding individuals who have inspired thousands of youth with their commitment to Holocaust education.

Among those in the audience was Dani Roth, the granddaughter of one of the survivors Rachel Roth, who lived through the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, Majdanek and Auschwitz. The play traces the pre-war childhood relationships, the growing discrimination of the Nazi era, and the courage of six survivors in Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania. This is an impactful way to honor the memory of the six million Jews killed in the Holocaust, by bringing attention to the courage of their families and the heroism of those who resisted culturally, spiritually and with armed resistance. The actors onstage are Wagner College students drawn from those of all faiths and ethnicities who expressed how deeply touched they were to learn about the survivors.

Three awards were presented to recognize those who are doing work to fight hate in our communities. Rabbi Mendy Mirocznik, president of the Council of Jewish Organizations of Staten Island (COJO), was recognized with the Community-Building Award. Mirocznik serves as the executive vice-president of the Rabbinical Alliance of America. He is also a board member of the Bridge Multi-Cultural Project, of the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York and the Alan and Joan Bernikow JCC. Imam Tahir Kukaj of the Albanian-Islamic Cultural Center, presented his award with words emphasizing the value of unity, solidarity and shared spiritual values in these difficult times.

Borough Arts Director Jessica Goffredo-Engelhart EdD, in the Arts Office at the New York City Department of Education, was recognized for her help in advancing the annual Wagner College Holocaust Art and Poetry competition. An educator for over twenty years, she is currently part of a national coalition of arts administrators leading Connected Arts Networks (CAN)– a grant to strengthen culturally responsive practices and leadership skills in order to better serve students.

In honor of the 30th anniversary of the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, which began April 7th, 1994, Provie Umugwaneza Nkurunziza, a human rights advocate, author, and the youngest person ever to be appointed to serve on the Holocaust, Genocide, and Anti-Semitism Advisory Commission in Texas, received an award. She will be studying at the prestigious Seminar against Anti-Semitism in Oxford this summer.

These individuals have inspired thousands of youth with their commitment to anti-bias and Holocaust work. One of the young audience members noticed the awards were shaped like a tear, which she associated with the sadness and horrors of the Holocaust. A scene in the play also has a survivor, Romi Cohn, discussing how his family encouraged him to flee from Slovakia so one family member would be alive to say Kaddish after the war.

Keynote speakers were NYC Human Rights Commissioner Annabel Palma and District Attorney Michael McMahon. This program was made possible by a Community Projects Grant awarded by the NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes and the NYC Commission on Human Rights, with generous support from District Attorney Michael McMahon. District 31 Superintendent Marion Wilson also presented one of the awards.

Lori Weintrob, director of the Wagner College Holocaust Center, explained the goals of the performance was to provoke deeper understanding of how the Holocaust happened and to promote empathy: “The arts can showcase resistance and resilience –our Wagner College student actors have memorized and learned by heart the exact words of six survivors who live or lived in our borough, your neighbors. When you hear these words from eyewitnesses, you too become an eyewitness to tragedy.” Director Mickey Tennenbaum, adjunct professor of theater at Wagner College, is a child of a survivor. “Rising Up” is a musical, with songs and words of prayer in English, Yiddish and Hebrew sung by an interfaith cast. The play was written by Theresa McCarthy, Lori Weintrob and Martin Moran, an Obie Award winner.

The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising began on the eve of Passover, April 19, 1943, a time where 50,000 remaining Jews resisted German troops and police that entered the ghetto to deport its surviving inhabitants. Among its leaders were Mordecai Anielewicz, Yitzchak Zuckerman and Zivia Lubetkin, the highest ranking female leader. Lubetkin is quoted in the play as a unifying force: “The feeling that there was a community of people who cared about each other, who shared ideas and values in common, made it possible for each of us to do what he or she did. This was the source of our strength…” After the war, Lubetkin and Zuckerman married and moved to Israel, where they founded Kibbutz Ha’Lachamot, the Ghetto Fighters House.

In attendance were schools from PS 1, PS 35, Tottenville High School, IS 61, PS 29, PS 53, Our Lady of Good Counsel and members of Wagner College as well as distinguished from the community. Other sponsors of the event include the Staten Island Advance/silive.com, United Federation of Teachers, Council of Jewish Organizations of Staten Island, Jay Chazanoff, Alan and Joan Bernikow JCC and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC).

The Wagner College Holocaust Center, founded 2014, has connected over 20,000 youth face-to-face with Holocaust survivors on Staten Island and in the tri-state area.

Ilhan Omar’s Daughter Back at Columbia U After Suspension; Joins Anti-Israel Protesters

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Ilhan Omar’s Daughter Back at Columbia U After Suspension; Joins Anti-Israel Protesters

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In a highly visible display of solidarity, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s daughter returned to Columbia University’s campus, under the protective wing of her mother, to rally alongside fellow anti-Israel protesters, as was reported by the New York Post on Thursday, As the deadline loomed for the university and demonstrators to reach a resolution regarding the encampment, the presence of the congresswoman and her daughter added a new dimension to the ongoing saga.

Isra Hirsi, 21, daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, stood shoulder to shoulder with her fellow protesters, lending her voice to the chorus of dissent echoing across the Morningside Heights campus. The Post report said that under the watchful gaze of her congresswoman mother, Hirsi posed for photos and offered vocal support to the demonstrators who had erected dozens of tents near the heart of the university grounds.

Rep Ilhan Omar needs to be removed from office… Gaza is not America. pic.twitter.com/7UuKtRitQv

— Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) April 24, 2024

Rep. Ilhan Omar, a prominent figure within the far-left “Squad,” took to social media to express her admiration for the student activists, lauding their “bravery and courage” in the face of adversity. According to the Post report, in a tweet, she shared her firsthand experience of witnessing the Columbia University anti-war encampment, vehemently rejecting what she termed “right-wing attacks” and affirming the protesters’ commitment to “peace and justice.”

The high-profile visit by Rep. Omar and her daughter called attention to the escalating tensions surrounding the encampment, with both university officials and protesters locked in a tense standoff. Indicated in the Post report was that despite the looming deadline for dismantling the tent city, Columbia officials remained tight-lipped during a press conference, offering no indication of progress towards a resolution.

Ben Chang, Columbia’s vice president of communications, reiterated the divide between the university administration and the protesters, emphasizing the existence of divergent demands and the formal negotiation process underway, as per the report in the Post. The absence of concrete developments only served to heighten the suspense surrounding the encampment, leaving observers on edge as the deadline approached. With discussions underway to address the basis for dismantling the encampment, the specter of further unrest looms large, casting a shadow over the ivy league institution.

Rep. Ilhan Omar gets escorted into the Columbia campus by a Public Safety Officer with her suspended student daughter, Isra Hirsi.

Omar was allowed to enter the illegal ‘Liberation Zone’ encampment whilst Jewish Columbia Professor Shai Davidai was denied entry just days ago. pic.twitter.com/sLwhrUgLfe

— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) April 25, 2024

Chang expressed hope that ongoing discussions would yield a resolution, echoing President Minouche Shafik’s sentiments regarding the need for successful dialogue. However, the Post report said that Chang also hinted at the possibility of exploring alternative options should negotiations falter.

A glimmer of progress emerged as a small group of school faculty and administrators engaged in dialogue with student organizers to address the basis for dismantling the encampment and ensuring compliance with university policies moving forward, the Post report affirmed.

Hirsi, a junior at Barnard College, emerged as a central figure in the unfolding drama, her presence serving as a lightning rod for controversy. The information provided in the Post report indicated that Hirsi’s involvement in the unauthorized protest last Thursday led to her arrest, along with at least two other students, and subsequent suspension from Barnard College. In the aftermath, Hirsi recounted her ordeal, expressing frustration over her expulsion from campus and the ensuing repercussions.

Columbia’s efforts to maintain control over campus access have yielded mixed results, with Hirsi’s return to campus raising eyebrows and prompting questions about the effectiveness of security measures. As per the Post report, the revelation that a prominent Israeli professor, Shai Davidai, was barred from campus due to concerns for his safety further spotlights the heightened tensions surrounding the encampment.

Uncertainty shrouds the circumstances of Hirsi’s return to campus, with questions lingering over whether her ID had been reactivated or if she was granted access as part of her mother’s entourage, the Post report noted. The lack of clarity surrounding her presence raises concerns about compliance with university policies, particularly given her suspended status.

Ilhan Omar went with her suspended terror spawn daughter to visit the pro Hamas encampment at Columbia University 🧐

Her citizenship needs to be revoked and she needs to be sent back to Somalia with her kid. pic.twitter.com/87bzvmVeYI

— Ty’s Tough Talk🇺🇸🏳️‍🌈 (@toughtalkty) April 25, 2024

Criticism of the university’s handling of the situation has mounted, with prominent pro-Israel campaigners condemning Hirsi’s presence on campus. According to the Post report, Eden Yadegar, President of Students Supporting Israel Columbia, questioned the university’s decision to allow suspended students to participate in the encampment, highlighting a potential breach of the university’s conditions for protest participation.

Amidst the scrutiny, university officials clarified that elected officials requesting access to the campus are permitted to do so, a standard protocol that extends to media representatives and other authorized individuals, the report added. The revelation that public relations representatives were escorting media and others onto the closed campus during specified hours sheds light on the intricacies of campus access amidst heightened security measures.

Recent developments have intensified scrutiny of Columbia’s response to the protests, with accusations of capitulation to anti-Israel demonstrators. The Post report explained that the decision to extend deadlines for clearing the campus, made twice within the week, has drawn criticism and raised questions about the university’s stance on enforcing its policies.

A statement issued by the university in the early hours of Wednesday announced a 48-hour extension of the deadline as discussions with demonstrators continued.

Tensions flared outside Columbia University’s entrances on Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue as approximately 100 pro-Israeli protesters gathered amidst a massive police presence on Thursday evening, according to the information in the Post report.

Amidst the sea of demonstrators, two men wielding mixed American and Israeli flags made a dramatic statement by climbing the locked gates at Amsterdam and 116th Street, symbolizing a fervent display of support for Israel amidst the ongoing protests, as was detailed in the Post report. Their actions added a palpable sense of urgency to the proceedings, further amplifying the charged atmosphere.

However, amidst the pro-Israeli contingent, a distinct voice of dissent emerged in the form of a group of approximately 20 Hassidic Jews, who stood in solidarity with the Hamas cause while denouncing Zionism. Noted in the Post report, the notoriously anti-Zionist Neturei Karta faction led by Chain Ruben, 30, sought to delineate the distinction between Judaism as a religious faith and Zionism as a nationalist ideology.

Ruben articulated the fundamental tenets of Jewish belief, emphasizing the divine mandate for Jewish exile and the prohibition against forcibly establishing a Jewish state, the Post report said.

Beside Ruben stood Nachman Lieberman, 15, whose held aloft a sign that boldly declared, “Judaism condemns the state of ‘Israel’ and its atrocities,” the report in the Post mentioned. The message encapsulated the group’s staunch opposition to the actions of the Israeli government as their vehemently anti-Zionist posture was flagrantly on display for public consumption.

Rabbi Yosef Rosenberg also echoed their sentiments, emphasizing Judaism’s inherent prohibition against violence and injustice.

Provost Angela Olinto’s announcement on Monday night, detailing plans for the last classes of the spring semester to be hybrid, aimed to address the challenges posed by restricted campus access and student apprehensions about safety, as was reported by the Post. However, for some students, the hybrid schedule served as a stark reminder of the disruption caused by protests that have engulfed the university in recent weeks.

Noa Fay, a 23-year-old Barnard senior, expressed exasperation at the prolonged unrest, lamenting the impact on her and her peers’ ability to enjoy their final days on campus and graduate on time, the Post report affirmed. Coming on the heels of a tumultuous year marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, the continued chaos fueled by self-induced protests only adds to the distress, Fay observed.

“The Class of 2024 already started college online at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Fay remarked to the Post. Her comments shed light on the sense of disillusionment among students who had hoped for a return to normalcy as they neared the end of their academic journey. The Post report added that the self-imposed nature of the current turmoil compounds the frustration, as students grapple with the realization that the disruptions are of their own making.

Echoing Fay’s sentiments, an 18-year-old freshman, who chose to remain anonymous, criticized the protests as “selfish” and “out of control.” According to the information in the Post report, the student expressed frustration over the impact on campus life, lamenting the intrusion of tents and demonstrations into the academic environment. For many students, the protests represent a departure from the traditional college experience they had envisioned, disrupting the sense of community and camaraderie that defines campus life.

Asylum Seeker Who Killed British Retiree Says He Was Seeking Revenge for the People of Gaza

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Britain Gaza Inspired Stabbing — This photo provided by the Counter Terrorism Police North East on Thursday, April 25, 2024 shows Ahmed Alid. An asylum seeker from Morocco who went on a vicious rampage following the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that triggered the Israel-Hamas war has been convicted of murder for stabbing a 70-year-old man in the streets of an English seaside town. Ahmed Alid was convicted Thursday in Teesside Crown Court of stabbing Terence Carney six times on Oct. 15 in Hartlepool. He was also convicted of attempted murder for hacking at his housemate and for assaulting two police officers. (Counter Terrorism Police North East via AP)

(AP) — An asylum seeker from Morocco who went on a vicious rampage following the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that triggered the Israel-Hamas war was convicted Thursday of murder for stabbing a 70-year-old man in the streets of an English seaside town.

Ahmed Alid, 45, stabbed Terence Carney six times on Oct. 15 in the center of Hartlepool minutes after he hacked at a sleeping housemate while shouting “Allahu Akbar,” or “God is great” in Arabic.

The attack came eight days after Hamas militants stormed into Israel on Oct. 7 and Alid told police he had done it “for the people of Gaza.” He swore he would have killed more if he had a machine gun and other weapons, prosecutor Jonathan Sandiford said in Teesside Crown Court.

Alid was also convicted of attempted murder for the attack on Javed Nouri, who shared the house in northeast England with him and other asylum seekers. Alid was upset Nouri had converted to Christianity.

Housemates told police that Alid began carrying a knife after watching TV coverage of the Hamas attacks and Israel’s subsequent bombing of Gaza.

Alid laughed when he saw footage of killings by Hamas, alarming his housemate, Nouri told police.

“Every time they would kill somebody, he would praise God,” Nouri said. “I was very upset from that night and I have seen something terrible and frightening in his eyes.”

Nouri had complained to housing officials, the Home Office and police and Alid was warned he could lose his housing.

Alid told police he justified killing an innocent man because Britain helped create the “Zionist entity” of Israel and Israel had “killed innocent children.”

“They killed children and I killed an old man,” he said.

During his interview with two women detectives, Alid became agitated and attacked them. A panic button in the interview room, however, didn’t work properly and other officers only intervened after Alid’s defense lawyer phoned an emergency number for help.

He was convicted of additional counts for assaulting the officers.

Alid had denied the charges against him. Although he acknowledged the stabbings, he said he had no intent to kill or cause serious harm.

Sentencing is scheduled May 17.

SHOCK REPORT: ICC mulling Israeli arrest warrants with US consent

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International-Court-of-Justice-The-Hague-1-1320x880-1-696x464 — The International Court of Justice in The Hague. Source: Wikimedia Commons.

(JNS) — The International Criminal Court in The Hague would not be considering issuing arrest warrants for senior Israeli officials without the approval of the United States, according to a Channel 12 report on Tuesday, citing senior sources associated with the ICC.

“The sources at The Hague said that it is impossible that the chief prosecutor would have decided on such a dramatic step, in a war that is still ongoing, with very little evidence, if he had not at least had a ‘green light’ from the Americans. If this is true, this is another and unprecedented low in relations between Israel and the U.S., at a very sensitive time, on the eve of the ground entry to Rafah,” wrote Israeli journalist Amit Segal.’

Israel’s senior officials may imminently be subjected to arrest warrants from the International Criminal Court at the Hague. And according a “very senior officials” at the Hague who spoke with @amit_segal, Israel’s top political reporter, the US is behind it all.
“There is no way…

— Caroline Glick (@CarolineGlick) April 24, 2024

ICC chief prosecutor Karim Ahmad Khan has served in his position since Feb. 12, 2021, when he was elected with American support. The Channel 12 article notes that since then, he has closed two cases that “greatly troubled the Americans”—on undeclared detention related to Afghanistan in Europe and to war crimes allegedly committed in Afghanistan.

Channel 12 reported last week about Israeli concerns that high-ranking officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, could be subject to arrest warrants over the prosecution of the war against Hamas in Gaza.

According to the report, an emergency meeting was held at Netanyahu’s office on April 16 in the presence of Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, Justice Minister Yariv Levin and Foreign Minister Israel Katz.

The four decided to take “urgent action with international authorities” to prevent the arrest of Israelis abroad, according to the report.

The Palestinian Authority has already declared its acceptance of the jurisdiction of the ICC over alleged crimes committed by Israel. However, Israel does not recognize ICC jurisdiction regarding its conflict with the Palestinians.

The United States has also voiced strong objections to the Palestinians joining the ICC, with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken previously expressing “serious concerns about the ICC’s attempts to exercise its jurisdiction over Israeli personnel.”

South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor has said that the ICC should have already issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu “for war crimes committed against Palestinians in Gaza.”

Following a visit to southern Israel in the wake of Hamas’s Oct. 7 attacks, Khan said that the massacre of more than 1,200 people represented “some of the most serious international crimes that shock the conscience of humanity.”

Commenting on Israel’s military operation in the Gaza Strip since the terrorist attacks and the kidnapping of more than 250 people, Khan noted that the Israel Defense Forces “has trained lawyers who advise commanders and a robust system intended to ensure compliance with international humanitarian law.”

The prosecutor noted that “conflict in densely populated areas where fighters are alleged to be unlawfully embedded in the civilian population is inherently complex, but international humanitarian law must still apply and the Israeli military knows the law that must be applied.”

SHOCK REPORT: ICC mulling Israeli arrest warrants with US consent

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