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NYU Resolves Lawsuit with Jewish Students, Adopts New Anti-Discrimination Measures Amid Campus Tensions

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NEW YORK — New York University recently reached a settlement with three Jewish students who accused the educational institution of failing to properly enforce its anti-discrimination policies amidst reports of antisemitic incidents on campus. This settlement, which agreed on July 8 for an undisclosed sum, concludes a lawsuit initiated in November 2023 by students Bella Ingber, Sabrina Maslavi, and Saul Tawil. The legal action spotlighted the university’s handling of discriminatory and harassing behavior directed at Jewish students, centering on antisemitic slurs and provocative chants that surfaced following the outbreak of conflict between Israel and Hamas … Read more

Kentucky Court Dismisses Religious Freedom Claim Against Abortion Law by Jewish Mothers

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — A Kentucky judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by three Jewish women who challenged the state’s restrictive abortion law, arguing that it infringed upon their religious beliefs which contend that life begins at birth, not conception. The decision highlights a complex intersection of reproductive rights and religious freedoms, underscoring the ongoing national debate over abortion laws. The women, represented by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), claimed that Kentucky’s near-total abortion ban violated their First Amendment rights by imposing beliefs that contradict their own religious convictions. They argued that their faith supports … Read more

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Shines Spotlight on Global Cinema and Culture

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) concluded its 2024 edition, bringing together an impressive showcase of international cinematic talent. The festival, which took place from February 13th to the 26th, presented a diverse selection of 48 feature films and 15 shorts from 20 different countries. While the festival’s in-person screenings are now concluded, an encore of 32 films will be available online for those who missed the live events. Among the standout films at the festival were ‘Seven Blessings’ and ‘No Name Restaurant’, which were recognized and celebrated for their contributions to … Read more

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Celebrates Outstanding Films with Jury Award Winners

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) recently announced the winners of its Jury Awards, with “Seven Blessings” and “No Name Restaurant” among the recipients. The festival, which ran from February 13 to 26, concluded with a special screening of the documentary “Shari and Lamb Chop” at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. While the in-person screenings have ended, the festival will continue to offer a streaming encore from February 27 to March 7, providing audiences with the opportunity to watch 32 films online. This year’s AJFF showcased a diverse selection of films, … Read more