From Columbia To Paris: Why Students Demand Divestment From Israel – OpEd

Toned down Independence Day in Israel as troops press on with Gaza offensive

Israel Independence Day celebrations toned down as war rages in Gaza

Iraqi Islamic Resistance Pounds Vital Israel’s Eilat Port with New Al-Arfad Drones | Video Out

The Iraqi Resistance has launched another attack in Israel, targeting the Eilat Port with a new kamikaze drone. Claiming responsibility for the strike, the group stated it was in support of Gaza. This marks the first time the resistance group has used the Al-Arfad suicide drones, which bear resemblance to the Yemeni armed forces' Sammad line of attack drone. Previously relying on its own version of the Shahed-101 drone, the resistance released a video capturing the moment the drone struck the target in Eilat. However, details regarding the location of impact and casualties remain undisclosed. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has been increasingly staging such attacks on Israeli targets, particularly since the Israeli offensive in Rafah, despite prior warnings. #IraqiResistance #EilatPortAttack #AlArfadDrones #RafahOffensive #Israel #GazaSupport #DroneStrike #MilitaryConflict #MiddleEast #SecurityThreat ~PR.152~ED.103~HT.318~GR.121~

Nearly half a million people forced to flee as Israel pushes ahead with fighting in Gaza

At least eight Israeli strikes on aid groups in Gaza, says report by Human Rights Watch

Israel carried out at least eight strikes on humanitarian convoys and their facilities in Gaza since the war began, according to a report by Human Rights Watch.

Abu Obeida's Devastating Blow to Israeli Families: Admits Al-Qasam Brigades Lost 4 Hostages

Abu Obaida, the military spokesperson for the al-Qassam Brigades, announced the loss of communication with a group responsible for safeguarding a set of Israeli captives detained in the Gaza Strip. In a statement shared on his Telegram channel, Abu Obaida attributed the loss of contact to the relentless Israeli bombardment endured over the past ten days. He specifically mentioned the absence of communication with a faction tasked with protecting four Israeli captives, including Hersh Goldberg-Polin. Notably, the al-Qassam Brigades had recently released a video message from Hirsch Goldberg-Polin, wherein he appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and government officials to secure the release of captives and consider resigning from their positions. #Israel #HamasHostageVideo #HamasHostages #HershGoldbergPolin #HostageVideoReleased #AbuObaida #Hamas #AlQassamBrigades #IsraeliCaptives #GazaStrip #War #Bombardment #Conflict #Hostages #CommunicationLoss #Military #MiddleEast #Prisoners #Security ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~

Mass Killings In Gaza As IDF 'Orders' Bombardment Of Nuseirat Refugee Camps | Details

Israeli warplanes launched a series of new airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of numerous civilians, including children, in the embattled Palestinian enclave. According to reports from medical sources cited by the Palestinian Wafa news agency on Tuesday, 14 individuals were killed in overnight bombings targeting a three-story house owned by the Karaja family, situated south of the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza. Tragically, children were among those killed in the strike, which also left several others wounded. #GazaMassacre #IDFBombardment #NuseiratRefugeeCamps #JabaliaCampAttack #RafahAttack #IsraelHamasWar #GazaConflict #WarCrimes #HumanitarianCrisis #MiddleEastConflict #InternationalLaw #PeaceNow #StopTheViolence #EndTheOccupation #ProtectCivilians

India Responds to US Campus Protests, Advocates for Democratic Principles| Oneindia News

India emphasized the importance of balancing freedom of expression with public safety amidst escalating protests against Israeli military actions at US universities. External affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal urged democracies to maintain this balance, stressing that actions at home define reputations globally. The statement coincides with intensified crackdowns, including New York City police raiding Columbia University to disperse pro-Palestinian demonstrators. #IndiaonUS #IndiaUS #Students #USUniversities #ColumbiaUniversity #USStudentnews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.122~HT.318~

Police clear pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University

On the ground: Police clear pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University’s Hamilton Hall

NYPD Enters Columbia University, Detains Pro-Palestinian Protesters | Campus Turmoil | Oneindia News

Watch as tensions escalate at Columbia University as a swarm of NYPD officers enter the campus to detain pro-Palestinian protesters. The dramatic turn of events unfolds as clashes erupt amid ongoing demonstrations against Israeli military actions in Gaza. Stay informed with live coverage of the campus turmoil and the implications for free expression and campus security. #ColumbiaProtest #ColumbiaUniversity #ProPalestineProtest #NYPD #NewYorkPolice #NYPD #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelPalestineConflict #Oneindia ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.102~

Metro Train and Shuttle Bus Collision: Over 50 Injured in Downtown Los Angeles | Oneindia News

Watch the aftermath of a harrowing collision in downtown Los Angeles, where a University of Southern California shuttle bus and a Metro light rail train collided, leaving over 50 people injured. Stay tuned for updates on the investigation and the response to this shocking incident. #TrainBusCollide #LosAngeles #Metro #Downtown #LosAngelesNews #LA #SouthernCalifornia #LosAngelesAccident #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.122~HT.96~

Pro-Palestine Protests Escalate at U.S. Universities | Netanyahu Calls for an End | Oneindia News

Police detain protestors at the University of Southern California and other US universities amidst chaotic pro-Palestine demonstrations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounces US student protests as 'antisemitic' and 'horrific', urging an end to pro-ceasefire rallies. Meanwhile, students demand universities divest from weapons makers tied to Israel. Stay updated on the latest developments in campus activism and international tensions #JoeBiden #USCampusProtests #ProPalestinianProtest #Israel #Gaza #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelPalestine #IsraelPalestineWar #USPresident #USNews #USAidBill #RussiaUkraineWar #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.318~

These Are the Women’s NCAA Final Four Teams

These Are the Women’s , NCAA Final Four Teams. On April 1, Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers 94-87, NPR reports. . On April 1, Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers 94-87, NPR reports. . Also on April 1, the University of Connecticut beat the University of Southern California 80-73. Also on April 1, the University of Connecticut beat the University of Southern California 80-73. Both teams will join North Carolina State and South Carolina in the Final Four. Both teams will join North Carolina State and South Carolina in the Final Four. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. The back-to-back games will kick off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. Women's college basketball has garnered record TV ratings this year as popular players such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, . Women's college basketball has garnered record TV ratings this year as popular players such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, . JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers have become household names, NPR reports. . JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers have become household names, NPR reports. . The men's teams at UConn and NC State have also made it to the Final Four. The men's teams at UConn and NC State have also made it to the Final Four. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The women's title game will take place on April 7 at 3 p.m. ET on ABC. The men's title game will happen on April 8

Hamas strongly reacts to Biden for linking Gaza cease-fire to hostage release | Details

Hamas criticised US President Joe Biden on Sunday for linking a Gaza cease-fire to the release of Israelis held captive by the Palestinian group. Biden stated on Saturday that a cease-fire in Gaza could occur as soon as “tomorrow” if Hamas released Israelis in its custody. Hamas deemed this stance as a step backward from the outcomes of previous negotiations. They noted that their approval of a proposal, facilitated by mediators from Egypt and Qatar, had been done with the knowledge of the United States. #BidenCeasefire #CeasefireOffer #US #Netanyahu #RafahOffensive #biden #israel #hamas #rafah #hostage #palestine #MiddleEast #usa #IsraelHamasWar #houthis #hezbollah #iran ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.121~

Drop 'Nuclear Bomb' on Gaza: U.S Senator's Harrowing Plan After Biden Halts Weapon Shipment|Oneindia

In this video, we delve into the shocking proposal by a U.S. Senator to "drop a nuclear bomb" on Gaza following Biden's decision to halt weapon shipment. Join us as we analyze the implications of such a harrowing plan and its potential impact on the ongoing conflict. Stay informed with Oneindia. #Israel #IsraelNuclearWar #IsraeliArms #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelPalestine #Palestine #BenjaminNetanyahu #LindseyGraham #IsraelSouthAfrica #Oneindia ~ED.101~GR.121~HT.96~

Antony Blinken stuns with public criticism of Israeli conduct in Gaza

Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday delivered some of the Biden administration’s strongest public criticism yet of Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza, saying Israeli tactics have meant “a horrible loss of life of innocent civilians”.

Biden Reaches Out To Hamas With Ceasefire Deal as Israel Pushes Deeper Into Gaza’s Rafah

US President Joe Biden has directly offered a ceasefire to Hamas, stressing that the decision now lies with the group. Biden indicates that the ceasefire could be implemented as early as tomorrow if Hamas releases its hostages. Additionally, Biden extends an offer to Israel, providing valuable intelligence on Hamas leaders' whereabouts if Israel refrains from a major operation in Rafah. The US also pledges assistance to Israel in erecting large shelters for Palestinians evacuated from Rafah. However, Biden issues a warning to Israel, stating that the supply of artillery shells and weapons could be halted if it proceeds with an attack on Rafah. Despite multiple rounds of indirect negotiations, Hamas and Israel have yet to reach a ceasefire agreement. #BidenCeasefire #CeasefireOffer #US #Netanyahu #RafahOffensive #biden #israel #hamas #rafah #hostage #palestine #MiddleEast #usa #IsraelHamasWar #houthis #hezbollah #iran ~PR.152~PR.282~

Iran's Nuclear Warning to Israel: Khamenei's Advisor Makes Shocking Revelations | Oneindia News

Amid escalating tensions, Kamal Kharrazi, an adviser to Iran's leadership, issues a stark warning to Israel regarding Iran's nuclear doctrine. Watch the exclusive details of this critical development unfolding in the Middle East. #Iran #IranvsIsrael #Rafah #RafahInvasion #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelIranConflict #AyatollahKhamenei #BenjaminNetanyahu #GazaStrip #Oneindia ~HT.97~PR.274~ED.194~

Watch Retaliatory Artillery & Drone Attacks between Hezbollah & Israeli Forces | Oneindia News

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Hezbollah militants target Israeli military installations, including the Iron Dome, in response to ongoing aggression against Gaza. Join us for an in-depth analysis of the latest developments in the volatile Middle East. #Hezbollah #HezbollahStrikes #HezbollahAirStrike #IsraeliIronDome #IsraelIronDome #HezbollahvsIsrael #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelIranWar #Oneindia ~PR.274~HT.318~ED.194~GR.123~

Joe Biden Warns Benjamin Netanyahu: 'U.S. Will Halt Wepon Supply if Rafah Invasion Continues'

President Joe Biden delivers a stern message to Israel, warning of a halt in weapons supply if a major invasion of Rafah, Gaza, occurs. Get the latest on the escalating tensions between the US and its Middle East ally. #JoeBiden #BidenWarnsIsrael #Rafah #RafahEvacuation #RafahInvasion #RafahAttacks #USNews #USWeapons #BenjaminNetanyahu #MiddleEast #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~HT.96~

Iraqi Islamic Resistance Releases Dramatic Footage of Fresh Blitz on Israeli Key Port Eilat

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq launches a retaliatory drone attack on an Israeli port city. Learn more about the latest developments in the Gaza conflict and the ongoing struggle against Israeli aggression. Stay informed on the latest news and updates. #Iraq #IraqvsIran #IraqRetaliation #IraqIsrael #Israel #IsraelvsIraq #IraqiResistance #IraqDroneAttack #GazaWar #IsraelPalestine #GazaConflict #Oneindia ~HT.99~PR.274~ED.101~

Gaza war: Indian working with UN killed as vehicle comes under attack in Rafah | Oneindia

An Indian UN worker lost his life in Gaza after a targeted attack on a UN vehicle in Rafah, marking the first international casualty in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The incident highlights the risks faced by humanitarian workers in conflict zones. UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the attack, emphasising the need to protect humanitarian workers. Indian UN representative Ruchira Kamboj condemned civilian casualties and emphasised adherence to international law. The attack follows the UN's backing of Palestinian membership bid, with 143 countries, including India, voting for recognition, prompting a call for reconsideration by the Security Council after a US veto last month. #GazaWar #UNWorkerKilled #RafahAttack #UNVehicleAttack #UNSecurity #IsraelGazaWar #UN #DSSWorker #ConflictZone #HumanitarianSafety ~PR.152~ED.155~GR.124~HT.96~

'A different future is possible': Israelis, Palestinians can 'come together, mourn & wish for peace'

Pro-Palestinian protests continue in Belgium and the Netherlands

Police clashed with pro-Palestinian student protesters at universities in the Netherlands and Belgium on Monday.

Google Fires More Staffers Following Protests Over $1.2 Billion Israel Deal

Google Fires More Staffers , Following Protests Over , $1.2 Billion Israel Deal. Google Fires More Staffers , Following Protests Over , $1.2 Billion Israel Deal. 'The Independent' reports that Google has fired at least 20 more workers following protests over the company supplying Israel with technology amid the Gaza war. 'The Independent' reports that Google has fired at least 20 more workers following protests over the company supplying Israel with technology amid the Gaza war. A group representing the fired workers said the total number of staff terminated for protesting is now over 50. . Internal turmoil at the tech giant revolves around 'Project Nimbus,' a 2021 contract for both Google and Amazon to provide the Israeli government with technology. . Internal turmoil at the tech giant revolves around 'Project Nimbus,' a 2021 contract for both Google and Amazon to provide the Israeli government with technology. . The $1.2 billion contract includes cloud computing and artificial intelligence services. . The $1.2 billion contract includes cloud computing and artificial intelligence services. . Last week, workers held sit-in protests at Google's offices in both New York and Sunnyvale, California. The protests were organized by the group No Tech For Apartheid, who said that 30 workers were fired following the initial sit-in. . According to Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, Google has now fired "over 20" more workers, “including non-participating bystanders during last week’s protests.”. Google’s aims are clear: the corporation is attempting to quash dissent, silence its workers, and reassert its power over them, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'. In its attempts to do so, Google has decided to unceremoniously, and without due process, upend the livelihoods of over 50 of its own workers, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'. In its attempts to do so, Google has decided to unceremoniously, and without due process, upend the livelihoods of over 50 of its own workers, Jane Chung, a spokeswoman for No Tech For Apartheid, via 'The Independent'. Google has disputed the group's claims, stressing that the company carefully found that, “every single one of those whose employment was terminated was personally and definitively involved in disruptive activity inside our buildings.”

Travis Kelce to Host Celebrity Spinoff of 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' | THR News Video

Travis Kelce just landed his first TV job. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end is set to host a spin-off of the Fox game show 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' for Amazon's Prime Video. The new show hosted by Kelce is titled 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?' It will see adult contestants answer elementary curriculum questions with the help of a classroom full of famous faces.

Reese Witherspoon Working on a 'Legally Blonde' TV Series With Amazon | THR News Video

It looks like there's a new 'Legally Blonde' TV show in the works…what like it's hard? Reese Witherspoon and her Hello Sunshine banner is teaming up with Amazon to develop a 'Legally Blonde' TV series. 'Gossip Girl' and 'The O.C.' grads Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage are attached to write the TV offshoot.

Amazon Is Getting Rid of Just Walk Out Technology at Its Fresh Grocery Stores

Amazon Is Getting Rid of , Just Walk Out Technology , at Its Fresh Grocery Stores. The company's Just Walk Out technology allows customers to avoid standing in checkout lines. It works by sending receipts to customers after they've left the store with their items. While customers have said they enjoy the process, . they wish they could view their receipts and savings while they are shopping, according to Amazon spokesperson Carly Golden. As a result, Amazon is revamping its grocery chain to better serve customers. The Just Walk Out technology will be replaced by smart carts that provide spending data in real time, NPR reports. . Most Fresh grocery stores are located in Washington State, California, Illinois and Virginia. . The retailer also operates Amazon Go stores in addition to owning Whole Foods. The retailer also operates Amazon Go stores in addition to owning Whole Foods. Amazon Go stores and smaller Fresh stores in the U.K. will continue to use Just Walk Out technology, NPR reports. Last year, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said that the company is still trying to figure out how to have a greater impact on physical grocery stores. This revamp, and "selectively" launching new Fresh locations, is part of that process, Golden said

Jon Stewart Says Apple Asked Him Not to Interview FTC Chair Lina Khan on "The Problem" | THR News Video

Jon Stewart is saying that Apple asked him not to talk to the Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on his former Apple show 'The Problem with Jon Stewart.' Khan, who became chair of the FTC in 2021, has made a name for herself for being an outspoken critic of the business practices of Big Tech companies like Amazon and Meta and has been praised by both Democrats and Republicans for her antitrust efforts. Khan was a guest on Monday's episode of Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show,' where Stewart made the revelation.