Israel boycott
Olwen Fouéré rejects honorary doctorate from University of Galway due to Israeli ties - report
Fouéré, known for roles in The Crown, Derry Girls, and Fantastic Beasts, became the second entertainment figure from Ireland to reject the honor this week after filmmaker Margo Harkin.
Peter Beinart criticized by BDS, Israeli right for speaking at TAU
In a first, ballot initiative to divest from Israel wins at the ballot box, in Somerville, Mass.
Eurovision shocker: Austria will not host if Israel boycott is approved
Danish pension fund drops Israeli investments over human rights concerns
It is the latest decision by a European fund manager to curtail investments in Israel, following recent divestments by Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund.
Paramount criticizes pledge by entertainers to boycott Israeli film institutions
Major film studio, Paramount, disagreed with a recent anti-Israel pledge put forth by entertainment industry professionals.
Montreal dance studio joins Israel boycott, dropping classes in Ohad Naharin’s Gaga technique
The decision by Studio 303 has triggered debate among its attendees, including Israelis.
Down with the avocados: UK pro-Palestine group boycotts Israeli produce
Products that are particularly being targeted are avocados, hummus, dates, and oranges, which are sometimes produced in Israel.
German architecture foundation revokes award to artist over Israel boycott stance
“James Bridle’s endorsement of a call to boycott Israeli cultural institutions is incompatible with this responsibility, and it is why the Foundation cannot award the prize.”
Amos Gitai denounces boycott call at Venice Film Festival - feature
International filmmakers called for the Venice Film Festival to boycott two Israeli films, claiming they "artwash" Israeli actions, despite controversy the films remained in the program.
Despite string of pro-Palestinian statements, CUNY faculty union rejects Israel boycott
The City University of New York's faculty union rejected a resolution calling for an Israel boycott. The decision may relate more to salary negotiations than to views on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Israel will officially compete in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest
Eden Golan will perform “Hurricane” at the competition in Malmo, Sweden, in May. The approved song has the same melody as “October Rain,” which was rejected.
Helen Mirren, Gene Simmons among 400+ supporting Israel’s participation in Eurovision
Actress Helen Mirren, who portrayed former Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir in the 2023 film “Golda,” was among the 400+ signatories.
Ben & Jerry’s ice cream board calls for Gaza ceasefire
Ice cream maker Ben & Jerry's statement did not mention the release of hostages that have been detained by terrorist groups in Gaza since October 7th.
'Boycott Israel': Communist city councilor interrupts Eurovision semi-finals in Norway
Jorunn Folkvord, a member of the Oslo City Council on behalf of the communist "Red" Party protested against Israel during the pre-Eurovision Song Contest in Norway.
