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Pro-Hamas Palestinian who entered UK illegally now living in taxpayer-funded asylum housing
Also known as Mosab Abdulkarim Al-Gassas, he pleaded guilty to trying to enter the UK on a small boat without leave or valid entry clearance and served a 9-month sentence.
Five arrested over suspected explosives threat at UK air base used by US to launch Iran strikes
Former England soccer star Wayne Rooney says grandma was Polish Jew during Auschwitz visit
Jews must be able to access, preserve their heritage sites - opinion
Grapevine: Jewish-Irish eyes are smiling
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
British anti-Israel group launches judicial review into NHS adoption of IHRA definition
Right to Protest, which has created a crowdfunding page, argued that medical staff who raise ethical concerns about Israel’s actions now face being treated as potential offenders.
Protester tears down flag at Iranian embassy in London - report
A short while later, the Iranian Embassy posted a picture to X, showing the current flag returned to its place on the balcony, captioned, "Iran's flag is flying high."
New Israeli craft beers tell stories of war, recovery, and creativity
From light lagers to imperial stouts, Israel’s new craft beers offer unique flavors and stories in every sip.
Talent, arrogance, and the cost of not being ready in sports and war - opinion
Sport, of course, is never just sport. It is one of the most powerful metaphors we have for life itself. ...In Israel, the clamor is growing for a full national investigation into October 7 failures.
Jerusalem Highlights: January 9-15
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity
This comes after multiple local authorities voted not to work with firms that they deem to be “complicit in Israeli war crimes...or somehow benefit from activity in the West Bank."
Daniel Peretz to Southampton, Manor Solomon to Fiorentina in midseason moves - report
Reports say goalkeeper Daniel Peretz is nearing a loan move to Southampton, while winger Manor Solomon could switch from Villarreal to Fiorentina this month.
Disgraced BBC content chief who greenlit controversial Gaza doc. receives honor from UK gov't
Former BBC content chief Charlotte Moore was appointed an OBE, drawing renewed criticism over a Gaza documentary that was withdrawn for serious editorial breaches.
Your Taxes: Leaving Israel? Leave your pension here
Section 87 seeks to preserve such monies until retirement age (men, age 67, and women, age 64, generally). The penalty for early payout is a 35% tax charge.
