Former Hamas hostage condemns Pulitzer board for awarding prize to activist who dismissed her captivity and defended Hamas's actions.

Controversy surrounds Columbia University's decision to award a Pulitzer Prize to a poet with anti-Israel statements. Masked activists took over the university library, promoting Hamas violence and renaming the library after a Palestinian terrorist.

Columbia University radicals took over a campus library, pushing out students studying for finals. The group demanded divestment from Zionist occupation and displayed banners supporting Palestine.

Union officials at a New York legal aid organization are facing allegations of fostering a hostile environment against Jews by displaying pro-terrorist posters in the office. The complaint filed by Jewish union members accuses the union of promoting anti-Semitic behavior.

Mohsen Mahdawi, a leader in Columbia's pro-Hamas movement, has faced scrutiny for his comments about building weapons for terrorists and expressing a desire to kill Jews. The Trump administration has cited these concerns in their efforts to revoke his green card and deport him from the country.

Marco Rubio will dissolve the Office of Palestinian Affairs created by Biden, aiming to restore a unified U.S. diplomatic mission in Israel's capital. The move comes after the office urged Israel not to respond to a recent Hamas attack.

University of Chicago professor cancels midterm, encourages students to join anti-Trump protest, sparking debate over mixing academics with politics.

Former second daughter Ella Emhoff endorses radical anti-Israel socialist Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York, despite Mamdani's controversial views and ties to terrorist organizations.

Hanna Trudo, a former journalist, is exploring a run for Congress as a Democrat in New Hampshire. She criticized Democrats for losing to Republicans and expressed concerns about the state of American freedoms under President Trump.

Israel retaliates with airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen after a missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport. The strikes were carried out in coordination with the United States in response to ongoing attacks by the Houthis against Israel.

Israel ramps up military campaign in Gaza, media criticized for treatment of conservative spouses, Columbia student returns to class after suspension.

Professor Jerome Cohen's memoir sheds light on his impactful career in legal diplomacy, human rights advocacy, and shaping history in East Asia, offering a unique perspective on the role of lawyers in global affairs.

Harvard Law Review faces scrutiny over asking applicants to disclose their race, raising concerns of discrimination and potential legal violations.

CBS and CNN receive Emmy nominations for controversial news segments, sparking criticism and raising questions about journalistic integrity.

UC Berkeley under investigation for undisclosed Chinese funding, Harvard Law Review rewards student charged in assault with $65,000 scholarship.

Trump's successful first 100 days, criticism of journalists for missing Biden's decline, Harris and Walz in the spotlight, and Hogg's controversial election as DNC vice chair.

UCLA's failure to assist in the investigation of anti-Israel activists led to no charges for most arrestees. UC regent Jay Sures criticized the lack of discipline for those involved. The university is under scrutiny for alleged discrimination against Jewish students.

Harvard University's report reveals widespread anti-Semitism in four schools, with students facing bias and discrimination. The university president apologized for failing to meet community expectations and pledged to implement the report's recommendations.

D.C. mayor Muriel Bowser falsely claimed her trip to Qatar was funded by U.S. organizations, when in fact, Qatar covered the expenses, according to a report. Qatar has faced scrutiny for funding Hamas and harboring senior leaders of the terrorist group.

Harvard students who assaulted Israeli classmate during protest ordered to enter pretrial diversion program, including anger management classes and community service.

The House Committee on Education and the Workforce is demanding an interview with Northwestern University president Michael Schill to discuss the school's response to anti-Semitism on campus.

Berklee College of Music has fired a professor, Nicholas Payton, after he made anti-Semitic comments, including calling Jews 'vile predators' and falsely blaming them for slavery.

Radical Islam and communism are forming an alliance in South Asia, while Israel plans a military expansion in Gaza. Recent reporting suggests that former President Obama played a significant role in Donald Trump's political success.

Israel plans to escalate military activity in Gaza after Hamas rejects truce proposal. IDF aims to target Hamas strongholds and achieve operational gains.

The Trump administration has removed the immunity of UNRWA in U.S. courts, allowing a lawsuit from families of Hamas victims.

John Fetterman advises Trump to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, Yale derecognizes Students for Justice in Palestine, and Cornell drops Kehlani as headliner.

Yale University has derecognized its Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter, Yalies4Palestine, after the group established an encampment on campus. The university cited violations of its policies and disturbing antisemitic conduct as reasons for the decision.

Iran is fortifying a suspected new uranium enrichment site with a security perimeter, raising concerns about its nuclear program and potential military action from the US and Israel.

Harvard sues Trump over frozen grants and rescinded contracts, claiming violation of federal law.

Alex Soros, the heir to George Soros, criticized the founders of Facebook and Uber and expressed frustration with a climate group his family supports.

Sen. Peter Welch (D., Vt.) visited detained Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi on Monday, calling him a 'friend' and praising his work with 'Jewish brothers and sisters' on Columbia's campus.

The Trump administration has sanctioned an Iranian shipping magnate and his network for laundering illicit petroleum products to generate revenue for Iran, as part of efforts to cripple Tehran's international oil trade and bankrupt the regime.

President Trump is meeting with Qatar's prime minister, who is a major backer of Hamas and Harvard University. The meeting comes after Harvard sued the Trump administration and as Qatari officials try to revive a Hamas ceasefire deal.

NYPD arrests Columbia alumna who set up tent outside campus gate during anti-Israel protest.

Harvard University has sued the Trump administration, claiming that it violated the university's constitutional rights by freezing grants and contracts. The lawsuit has implications for President Trump's higher education efforts and argues that there is little connection between the administration's goal and its actions.

'Jesus Wept: Seven Popes and the Battle for the Soul of the Catholic Church' by Philip Shenon fails to provide new revelations about the Catholic Church and is filled with misrepresentations and inaccuracies about its history and popes.

The Journal of Architectural Education's fall 2025 issue on Israeli 'settler-colonial apartheid and genocide' was canceled over funding concerns, leading to the resignation of the journal's entire board.

The article discusses Trump's foreign policy approach and the challenges he faces. It also highlights how a scholarly journal in the field of architecture became involved in anti-Semitic activism.

A Chinese satellite company with ties to the military is reportedly providing imagery to the Houthis to target American ships in the Red Sea, raising concerns about China's support for peace.

Bernie Sanders spends over $200,000 on private jets, PBS faces criticism for producing documentaries viewed as racist, and Georgetown University faces criticism for anti-Semitism and terrorist support on campus.

Isra Hirsi, daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, is promoting a fundraiser for a Columbia University student activist facing deportation over his support for Hamas.

Joe Biden returns to the national spotlight, Harvard Law School faces backlash over a student's criminal case, and Marco Rubio cuts foreign funding initiatives.

Harvard Law School published a blog post from one of the students facing criminal charges for assaulting an Israeli classmate.

Former Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush have launched a Substack called 'The Capital Offense' to ask 'real questions' about the Democratic Party and the fight against the oligarchy. They also criticize Trump, Musk, and AIPAC, accusing the lobby of spending record-breaking money to defeat them.

The State Department has cut $214 million in foreign grants, including programs for newsroom sustainability, media diversity, and environmental resilience in various countries.

Harvard Law students edit Wikipedia pages of Big Law firms that criticized anti-Semitic protests, while Berklee College of Music's chair of the brass department, Nicholas Payton, has a history of posting anti-Semitic claims.

Harvard University has chosen to lose $2 billion in federal funds rather than implement a series of policy changes demanded by the Trump administration, including combating campus anti-Semitism.

ICE arrests Columbia student activist who endorsed Oct. 7 attack and calls for destruction of Israel.

Harvard University has rejected a deal with the Trump administration over demands to combat anti-Semitism, putting billions in federal funding at risk.

Amid the tumult over tariffs, let's not forget a war rages on in the Middle East and terrorists are still holding innocent people hostage. Douglas Murray hasn't forgotten. His latest book, On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization, has just come out. Weekend Beacon contributor Meir Y. Soloveichik has a review.

Israeli leaders privately hope for the failure of Trump negotiations with Iran, believing that the talks will end in either failure or disaster.

Disgraced former Iran envoy Robert Malley expresses optimism about Trump's nuclear talks with Iran, believing Trump's eagerness and lack of concern for domestic politics make him more likely to succeed. Talks are set to take place directly with Iran or through an intermediary, with GOP lawmakers calling for the permanent dismantlement of Iran's nuclear infrastructure.

CAIR is trying to stop Columbia University from submitting records to Congress related to the activities of the pro-Hamas group SJP on campus.

Harvard and Columbia Law Schools have fallen in the rankings due to anti-Semitism controversies, while Vanderbilt and UT Austin have climbed and joined the prestigious 'T14' list.

The Trump administration will deny visas and green cards over anti-Semitic social media activity, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Former Columbia University president Katrina Armstrong claims to have no memory of incidents of anti-Semitism on campus, according to a transcript of her deposition at the Department of Health and Human Services. Armstrong also struggled to recall recent events during her tenure.

Former Columbia University president Katrina Armstrong told the federal government that she could not recall any specific anti-Semitic incidents on campus during her tenure as interim president.

A Brown University student has relaunched a database highlighting the school's diversity, equity, and inclusion administrators after the Trump administration cut $510 million in funding.

'Churchill's Citadel: Chartwell and the Gatherings Before the Storm' by Katherine Carter repositions Chartwell as a protagonist in Churchill's story, exploring the significant visitors and their role in shaping his ideas and policies leading up to the Second World War.

Murals honoring terrorists were featured at a protest in D.C. organized by American Muslims for Palestine, along with speakers such as Nihad Awad and Linda Sarsour. The protest also involved vandalism and damage to vehicles.

Columbia University's new acting president, Claire Shipman, has promised to continue implementing Trump-imposed reforms to combat campus anti-Semitism and recover federal funding. However, there have been inconsistencies in enforcing the reforms and anti-Semitic protests continue on campus.

The New York Times fails to cover important news, media shows bias, and financial advice is given in this week's news roundup.

Al Sharpton threatens to jail disruptors at NYC mayoral forum and plans to announce boycotts at his convention.

Columbia University student activists chained themselves to a gate, calling for an 'intifada' and demanding the names of trustees who 'collaborated' with the Trump administration.

Israel has launched a major ground offensive in Rafah, targeting Hamas and expanding their campaign to dismantle the group.

Anti-Hamas protests in Gaza benefit Israel; Tides Center receives taxpayer funds; Harvard hires GOP lobbying firm

Anti-Hamas protests in Gaza have weakened the group's control and credibility, potentially contributing to Israel's war aims.

Sen. Jon Ossoff has not commented on Sen. Raphael Warnock's rent-free luxury home, raising questions about Ossoff's stance on affordable housing for public servants.

The Trump administration is reviewing Harvard University's grants and contracts over concerns of anti-Semitic discrimination and divisive ideologies.

Israel orders mass evacuation in Rafah ahead of 'intense operations' against Hamas as they aim to dismantle terrorist organizations and stop weapons smuggling.

Sen. Raphael Warnock lives in a luxury home provided by his church, raising concerns among some members of the church.

Progressive primary challengers snub Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker as Democratic infighting escalates. Reflecting on the Crimean War's impact on modern warfare. A review of Edgar Allan Poe's life and work. A look at the potential dangers and benefits of AI through Jewish mystical creatures, the golem and the dybbuk. A review of Paul Gregory's book on Marina and Lee Oswald.

Katrina Armstrong steps down as Columbia University president, Al Sharpton under scrutiny for hosting union bosses on MSNBC, Human Rights Watch accused of relying on researchers linked to terrorist groups, and Rewiring America sues Trump EPA over terminated grant.

Human Rights Watch, an anti-Israel nonprofit funded by George Soros and the Ford Foundation, relied on staffers linked to Islamist terrorist groups to produce research on 'Israel and Palestine,' according to a new watchdog report.

New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Ras Baraka is defending his support for the Nation of Islam after a video surfaced of him applauding racist and violent comments from Louis Farrakhan, the group's anti-Semitic leader.

Expelled Columbia student delivers speech to anti-Israel protesters on campus, urging them to fight back.

Students for Justice in Palestine is sponsoring a protest in New York City to honor Iran's International Quds Day, with the support of other anti-Israel groups.

The Senate Education Committee is investigating American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) over its involvement in anti-Israel demonstrations on college campuses. The probe is part of the Trump administration's efforts to crack down on pro-Hamas activities and protect Jewish students.

CAIR is advising non-citizens to use burner phones and delete apps and pictures from their phones before returning to the United States to avoid deportation.

ABC News removes bylines of reporters and false report accusing Israel of dropping menacing leaflets in Gaza.

Columbia's interim president faces criticism for conflicting messages on policy changes, a lawsuit accuses student groups of acting as Hamas's PR firm, and pamphlets found in the library provide instructions on resisting ICE and campus protests.

Pamphlets promoting resistance against ICE and police were found in Columbia's library, along with instructions on how to protect oneself during protests.

A new lawsuit accuses Columbia University student groups and activists of serving as 'Hamas' propaganda arm in New York City and on the Columbia University campus.' The suit seeks damages from well-known pro-Hamas activists and groups and provides specific examples of coordination between Iran, Hamas, and U.S. protesters.

Columbia University interim president Katrina Armstrong is facing criticism for contradicting herself on masking and the disciplinary process, raising doubts about the school's ability to restore federal funding.

Fox News accuses Israel of killing two Palestinian journalists without disclosing their terror affiliations, as evidence shows they were associated with Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Aimee Bock and Salim Said have been convicted in the Feeding Our Future fraud scandal, while Israel has given Hamas an ultimatum to release hostages or face a full-scale ground assault.

The University of Pennsylvania has laid off its communications lecturer, Dwayne Booth, who published anti-Semitic cartoons, citing budgetary reasons.

Columbia University agrees to Trump's demands, Cornell protest leader faces deportation, and Chuck Schumer's book receives negative reviews.

The Trump administration has revoked the visa of a Cornell University graduate student who has called for the destruction of the United States and celebrated Hamas's attacks. The student has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump's executive order calling for the revocation of visas given to foreign students who support terrorism.

The Trump administration grants Columbia University an extension to implement policy changes. Sanctions on foreign funders of pro-Hamas campus protests are being considered. ABC News retracts claim about leaflets in Gaza. Cori Bush's husband is charged with defrauding the federal government.

Cori Bush's husband has been charged with wire fraud for obtaining COVID relief funds. Bush also used campaign funds to pay her husband for security services.

ABC News retracts claim that IDF dropped 'harrowing' leaflets in Gaza and removes language referring to IDF as 'occupation forces.'

Israel takes out two more Hamas leaders as IDF tanks reenter Gaza.

Columbia University's graduate student union is demanding a 'sanctuary campus' and free legal support for student visa holders, among other demands, as part of its negotiations with the university.

The government-run news network Voice of America (VOA) has long been criticized for its liberal bias and pro-Iran leanings. Former Arizona news anchor Kari Lake, who has been tapped by President Donald Trump to run VOA, has accused the network of being pro-Hamas and refusing to call terrorists by their name.

LaVar Charleston, former chief diversity officer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has been removed from his position for financial mismanagement and has a history of research misconduct and plagiarism allegations. The university is also under investigation for race-based fellowships and scholarships and its handling of anti-Semitism.