Jordan’s King Approves Bill To Criminalize Online Speech That ‘Harms Unity’
The King of Jordan approved a bill Saturday to punish online speech deemed harmful to national unity, according to the Jordanian state news agency, legislation that has drawn accusations from human rights groups of a crackdown on free expression in a country where censorship is on the rise. The measure makes certain online posts punishable […]
Saudi Arabia Appoints Its First Ever Non-resident Ambassador To Palestine
Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Jordan presented his credentials on Saturday to begin also serving as Riyadh’s first-ever non-resident ambassador to Palestine, as well as its first-ever non-resident consul general to Jerusalem. The move amounts to an apparent effort by Saudi Arabia to intensify its involvement in the region, as Riyadh engages in negotiations with the […]
Ukraine Missiles Shot Down Over Crimea Bridge – Pro-Russia Official
Russia air defense forces shot down two Ukrainian missiles over a bridge connecting Moscow-annexed Crimea to the Russian mainland, an official said on Saturday. “Air defence forces shot down two enemy missiles over the Kerch Strait. The Crimean bridge was not damaged,” Sergei Aksyonov, the Russian-installed governor of the Crimean peninsula, said on social media. […]
Eiffel Tower Briefly Evacuated Over Bomb Threat
The Eiffel Tower was evacuated for several hours Saturday over a bomb threat, according to CNN affiliate France BFMTV. The three floors of the tower, as well as the courtyard, were evacuated while authorities assessed the threat, BFMTV reported. A large security perimeter was quickly established, and traffic was diverted, according to BFMTV, who added […]
Sen. Tim Scott on Saudi Agreement: Won't Back Any Biden Deal
Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., vowed Saturday on Newsmax that he won’t back a new deal brokered by the Biden administration that would directly involve the U.S. in securing peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia. “I have not and will not support the deals of this administration,” Scott, a top candidate for the GOP presidential nomination […]
Seven Mile Market Weekly Specials in Effect Sun., Aug. 13 – Fri. Aug. 18, 2023
Suspicious Vehicle Apprehended at Hotze Shomron Crossing: Firearms Found Hidden in Snack Bags (Photos)
Israel Ministry of Defense security personnel successfully apprehended a suspicious Palestinian vehicle at the Hotze Shomron Crossing this afternoon. Upon inspection of the vehicle, a firearm and several ammunition cartridges were discovered concealed within snack bags. The two Palestinian passengers and the seized weapons were transferred for further investigation by security officials.
BDE: Marc Watzman, Z’L
Baltimore, MD – Aug, 12, 2023 – It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Marc Watzman, z’l, brother of Mrs. Sarah Leah Bernstein. The levayah will take place 12pm Sunday August 13, 2023 at Judean Memorial Gardens – 16225 Batchellors Forest Road (corner of Georgia and […]
It's Hear Again! Moonrise Festival is the Source of the Local Noise
Baltimore, MD – Aug. 12, 2023 – The 2-day Moonrise Festival is currently taking place at Pinlico Race Course, bringing together music and art enthusiasts and very loud music. If you hear an unusual amount of noise, it’s likely emanating from this event
