Category Archives: World
B’nai B’rith Renews Calls For Replacement Of Seriously Flawed Agreement With Iran In Response To Evidence Of Nuclear Weapons Activity
Following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s detailing of evidence confirming longstanding, military-oriented Iranian nuclear activity — in violation of Tehran’s claims of benign intentions and the spirit of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan Read more » »
Jerusalem Post: „Post” Columnist Asa-El Wins B’nai B’rith Journalism Award
The Jerusalem Post publicized the winners of the 2018 B’nai B’rith World Center-Jerusalem Award for Journalism Recognizing Excellence in Diaspora Reportage. Read more »
Palestinians Should ‘Shut Up’ Or Make Peace, Saudi Prince Told Jewish Groups
News April 29, 2018 By Aiden Pink Dan Kitwood – WPA Pool/Ge… Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman holds a meeting with members of the British government. Read more »
AHEPA featured in B’nai B’rith International’s 175th Anniversary Video
NEW YORK – AHEPA has been included in B’nai B’rith International’s 175th commemorative anniversary video. “Check out AHEPA Executive Director Basil Mossaidis’ remarks and please join us in saluting & commending”, AHEPA noted via Twitter. B’nai B’rith International is the oldest Jewish service organization in the world. Read more » »
This Week in History: Give us water!
1868, 150 years ago New reservoir Utica is growing rapidly and so is its need for water. Its population since 1850 has increased from 17,500 to 26,000 and supplying its citizens with water has become a serious problem. Read more » »
Demoorjian: Faults ADL on recognition of Armenian genocide
In early 1945, the Allies began the liberation of Europe and exposed the horrors of Nazi concentration camps. Prior to the era of the Nazi atrocities was the 1915 Armenian Massacres that some countries today recognize as the Armenian Genocide. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith Awards 2018 Human Rights Prize To European Commission’s Coordinator On Combating Anti-Semitism
Katharina von Schnurbein Honored in Paris Last NightB’nai B’rith Europe President Serge Dahan honored Katharina von Schnurbein, the European Commission’s Coordinator on Combating Anti-Semitism, and French Interior Ministry official Gilles Clavreul with the 2018 B’nai B’rith Human Rights Prize at the Mémorial de la Shoah in Paris yesterday. Read more » »
Couple receives honorary degrees from UNF
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — UNF has awarded Marty and Mimi Kaufman, both in their 80s and celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary, honorary degrees Friday during the 9 a.m. commencement service at the UNF Arena. Although having never gone to college themselves, they raised their three children to value education and made sure each went college. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith Congratulates Mike Pompeo On Confirmation As Secretary Of State
B’nai B’rith International President Gary P. Saltzman and CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin have sent a letter to Mike Pompeo congratulating him for his confirmation as secretary of state. Read more » »
b’nai B’rith Kicks Off 175th Anniversary Bestowing Awards for Outstanding Public Service – Event Features Excellence in Public Service Award, Spirit of Humanity Award and Distinguished Humanitarian Award
B’nai B’rith International President Gary P. Saltzman and CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin have issued the following statement: B’nai B’rith International is commemorating its 175th anniversary with a kick-off event on April 25 honoring three exemplary individuals for their outstanding commitment to make the world a better place. Read more » »
