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Popular Podcast Says There Is Evidence to ‘Conclude’ Israel Killed JFK — Will YouTube Act?
Most Jews have stopped watching Candace Owens because of her antisemitic language, and her hatred for Jews and Israel. She’s also been one of the only people to call Jack Ruby (the man who shot Lee Harvey Oswald on live TV) Jack Rubinstein. That was his real name, but Owens says the full name to attempt to link the Mossad or Jews to the killing of Kennedy with no evidence.
The PBD podcast, which has more than 2.5 million subscribers, is always an entertaining watch because the host, Patrick Bet-David, asks interesting questions and gets amazing guests. The man who is worth hundreds of millions of dollars knows very little about Israel, as one can see whenever the subject comes up. That’s fine. One does not have to be an expert on everything.
With news of the release of thousands of documents relating to the JFK assassination, on a recent episode, co-host Vinnie Oshana, who I give credit to for serving as an American soldier, but also knows little about foreign affairs, jumped in to say that he saw a different podcast where it was said that if you were looking to have a certain view, there was enough in the files to back it up.
Oshana said, “If you thought Israel was responsible — guess what, there is enough in there for somebody to have the conclusion that Israel … If you wanted to point the finger at Israel, there is enough proof in here.”
To his credit, Bet-David asked Oshana what document suggested that. Of course, Oshana didn’t know or cite anything.
The guest, comedian Andrew Schulz (who is not Jewish), said he didn’t care much about the JFK files. He said while there are a lot of theories, there isn’t much that is definitive.
Out of nowhere, Oshana brought up Ben Shapiro, criticizing him for not sufficiently caring about the JFK files and then brought up the attempted assassination of President Trump, prompting Schulz to ask if he was suggesting Jews were involved in attempting to kill Trump. Of course, Oshana said no because that would be a bridge to far. The real point (other than dog whistling antisemites for clicks and views) was to try to hurt Shapiro, an Orthodox Jew who is the co-founder of The Daily Wire, and is at the top of the food chain is conservative media.
On his own podcast, Schulz criticized Shapiro for firing Candace Owens, despite her despicable comments, and Bet-David basically copied what Schulz said, saying similar things on his podcast at the time.
While working through hypotheticals, Bet-David threw out, again with no evidence, “say it comes out that actually Israel was involved. What does it change for you?”
Schulz said that it would fracture the relationship between Israel and America. He also said one should be able to criticize Israel — which anyone is able to do.
Schulz mentioned that America “nuked Japan” but we are friendly now.
“I don’t know if Israel’s got something as good as sushi,” prompting Bet-David’s Jewish co-host to say in a Jewish accent, “we have the bagels.”
Not funny, especially at a time of rising antisemitism.
I didn’t hear any of them saying “the Palestinians” wanted to kill RFK, even though Sirhan Sirhan, a Palestinian, was convicted of the shooting of RFK. I’m glad they didn’t present that conspiracy theory — but why, then, did they only push a conspiracy theory about Israel?
Patrick Bet-David, I have a question for you: did you flee from Iran, where they spread conspiracy theories about Jews, so you could come to America, and allow conspiracy theories about Jews to be spread on your show?
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Amid War, Olim-Owned Businesses in Jerusalem Thrive, Showcasing Resilience, Community Spirit

Olim gather at JFK Airport, ready to board a charter flight to Israel and begin their new lives in the Jewish state. Photo: The Algemeiner
JERUSALEM — Despite the strains of war and the obstacles of starting over in a new country, businesses in Jerusalem owned by Jewish immigrants are thriving — a testament to resilience, Zionist commitment, and the power of community.
New immigrants, or olim, who make aliyah to Israel face steep challenges even in times of peace, navigating strict regulations, endless permits, and financial hurdles, though the Israeli government offers some support and incentives to promote new businesses.
Aliyah refers to the process of Jews immigrating to Israel, and olim refers to those who make this journey.
In recent years, the road has become even more difficult for entrepreneurs, first with the economic disruption of COVID-19 and now amid the uncertainty of the war in Gaza.
For many olim, launching a business in Israel is about more than entrepreneurship — it’s a way to start a new life, serve their country, build a community, and make a meaningful impact.
Last week, 225 new olim arrived in Tel Aviv on the first charter aliyah flight since the Hamas-led invasion of and massacre across southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.
Nefesh B’Nefesh (NBN) — a nonprofit that promotes and facilitates aliyah from the US and Canada — brought its 65th charter flight from New York, which The Algemeiner joined.
Founded in 2002, NBN helps olim become fully integrated members of Israeli society, simplifying the immigration process and providing essential resources and guidance.
In partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Aliyah and Integration, the Jewish Agency for Israel, Keren Kayemeth, and the Jewish National Fund, NBN has helped nearly 100,000 olim build thriving new lives in Israel.
Eager to start their next chapter in Israel, these immigrants bring fresh ideas, culinary creativity, and cultural richness, strengthening the country’s social fabric every day.
Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Diana Shapira brought her passion for baking and warm hospitality to Israel, turning her aliyah dream into a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
She and her husband created Infused JLM, located near Jerusalem’s Mahaneh Yehuda Market, blending American and Israeli culture and creating a space that brings people together.
“We want people to see that an oleh’s dream can happen,” Shapira told The Algemeiner. “Even without family and facing many challenges, starting a business in Israel is possible — especially when you have the support of the community.”
“Before we made aliyah, so many people told us it was a bad financial decision. But you have to push past the doubt and keep striving,” she continued.
Another olim-owned business located in Jerusalem, Power CoffeeWorks, has become a favorite destination for coffee enthusiasts across the city.
Owned by Stephanie and Brandon, who made aliyah from Cape Town, South Africa, in 2016 with their four children at the time (now seven), the couple has turned their venture into a hub for coffee lovers and a gathering place for the community.
“We made aliyah because we believed Israel was the best place to raise our children,” Stephanie told The Algemeiner. “Despite all the challenges along the way, it has been an incredible journey.”
Crave, another oleh-owned restaurant in Mahaneh Yehuda, has gained increasing attention with its strictly kosher gourmet street food, blending American, Mexican, and Asian flavors in a way that hasn’t been seen before.
American-born Yoni Van Leeuwen, who made aliyah more than 20 years ago with his wife and eight children, views food not just as a business, but as a way to bring cultures and communities together.
Following the Oct. 7 atrocities, the war in Gaza dealt a harsh blow to Israeli businesses, forcing many to cut hours, adapt operations, and manage shortages.
Yet these olim-owned establishments have shown resilience, proving that passion, creativity, and commitment to the Zionist dream can overcome even the toughest challenges.
Whether by serving comfort food, offering a safe space for neighbors, or organizing fundraisers for soldiers in Gaza and Lebanon, these business owners described a spirit of perseverance deeply rooted in Jewish history.
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Police in England Investigate Air Rifle Attack Against Jewish Teenager, Swastika Spray Painted at Rabbi’s Home

Friday night saw a string of swastika vandalism resulting in four reports, including from Rabbi Bentzion Alperowitz, a Chabad leader who discovered the Nazi symbol spray painted in black on his home’s white wall as he left for synagogue the next morning with his two young daughters. Photo: Screenshot
Multiple antisemitic incidents reported this past weekend targeted the Jewish community of Bournemouth in the southern region on the coast of the United Kingdom.
On Saturday afternoon, a driver stopped to harass and yell obscenities at two pedestrians before shooting one, a Jewish teenage boy, in the forehead with an air rifle and fleeing. The victim suffered swelling but has otherwise recovered.
“Detectives are leading the investigation to locate the occupants of the vehicle and to establish the full circumstances of the incident,” a spokesman for Dorset Police said. “The incident is being treated as a hate crime. Officers are engaging with the local community and carrying out patrols in the area. We would encourage anyone with information or concerns to please speak with an officer.”
Rabbi Alan Lewis, who leads the Bournemouth Hebrew Congregation, said that “the young man who was shot is a religious Jew who was wearing a skull cap. It was very obvious he was Jewish. Then several people living on Manor Road woke up to find that swastikas had been painted on their homes. The homes had a mezuzah outside, so it was obvious that Jewish people lived there.”
Friday night saw a string of swastika vandalism resulting in four reports, including from Rabbi Bentzion Alperowitz, a Chabad leader who discovered the Nazi symbol spray painted in black on his home’s white wall as he left for synagogue the next morning with his two young daughters.
“We will continue to live as proud Jews here in Bournemouth … I want to encourage everyone to do exactly the same,” Alperowitz said. “This is not the Bournemouth I know. Bournemouth is a kind, beautiful place and I feel this is still the truth for the vast majority of people here.”
Other members of the Jewish community came to assist the rabbi with removing the graffiti.
“[The] good news is that by the time you’re watching this video our wall will have been cleaned, thanks to some amazing people from the community, who came around to help clean it,” Alperowitz said.
Author Dov Forman wrote that “on Saturday morning, my friend Rabbi Benzion Alperowitz of Bournemouth Chabad walked outside to find a swastika on his home. Antisemitism is alive on our streets, yet it is too often excused and ignored. But it will not break us. We will continue to live proudly as Jews.”
Law enforcement has reportedly stepped up patrols in the town’s Jewish neighborhoods which include an estimated 2,000 people.
On Monday, the Community Security Trust (CST), an organization focused on monitoring antisemitic threats in the UK, released a statement saying that it was “appalled by a series of anti-Jewish hate crimes in Bournemouth over the weekend. These are abhorrent acts of racism that are deeply distressing for the Jewish community and should alarm everybody. We are supporting the local Jewish community and working with Dorset Police to assist their investigation. We urge anyone with information about these incidents to contact the police and CST.”
CST released a report of antisemitic incidents in the UK during 2024, finding 3,528 — the second highest ever — showing an 18-percent decrease from the all-time high of 4,296 in 2023.
Earlier this month, CST released a separate report noting the group recorded 1,521 antisemitic incidents in the UK from January to June of this year. It marks the second-highest total of incidents ever recorded by CST in the first six months of any year, following the first half of 2024 in which 2,019 antisemitic incidents were recorded in the aftermath of the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel.
“These hateful attacks on people and property in Bournemouth are extremely concerning. We have been informed that the police are investigating and hope that the perpetrators will be arrested and face the full force of the law,” Andrew Gilbert, vice president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews, said in a statement.
Maurice Michaels, who served as rabbi at Bournemouth Reform Synagogue, said that the community felt “very pressurized and anxious.” He added, “We’re getting terrified calls from people across the UK asking, ‘Is this really happening in Bournemouth?’ I’d never go out wearing my usual skull cap, I don’t show outward signs of being Jewish. I know community members who have even removed their mezuzah from their front door.”
Michaels described the antisemitic crimes as “a measure of what’s going on across the country, demonstrations where people cover their faces. They don’t want to be recognized because they know what they’re doing is wrong. We do the best we can to secure our safety. But when people attack our homes, when they shoot pellets — it gets to a point where it’s no longer a manageable situation. We’re frightened.”
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DNC Rejects Resolution Calling for US Arms Embargo on Israel

Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, speaks during an interview on party strategy. Photo: Screenshot
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) on Tuesday rejected efforts by the party’s progressive wing to push through an arms embargo on Israel, instead opting to form a task force aimed at addressing internal party divides over the war in Gaza.
A resolution backed by activists on the far left sought to suspend US military aid and halt arms transfers to Israel, a move critics warned would punish a key ally at a time when it faces existential threats from Hamas and other terrorist groups. The resolution also notably did not mention Hamas, which has ruled Gaza for nearly two decades and started the war with its Oct. 7, 2023, invasion of and massacre across southern Israel. The measure was decisively voted down in the resolutions committee.
Party leaders then advanced a more moderate resolution that underscored support for Israel’s security while calling for increased humanitarian access to Gaza, the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, and progress toward a two-state solution to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Although the resolution passed in committee, DNC chair Ken Martin withdrew it amid concerns it could further inflame divisions within the party.
“There’s a divide in our party on this issue,” Martin said, “This is a moment that calls for shared dialogue, calls for shared advocacy.”
For many Jewish Democrats and pro-Israel voices, the rejection of the arms embargo resolution was a relief. They argued that weakening Israel’s ability to defend itself would embolden Hamas and Iran-backed groups that openly seek Israel’s destruction.
“Today, the Democratic Party sent a clear and resounding message by defeating a reckless and divisive resolution: we stand with the people of Israel and will continue to do so. For more than 75 years, the U.S.–Israel relationship has been strong because it’s grounded in shared values and mutual security interests,” Democratic Majority for Israel (DMFI) president and CEO Brian Romick said in a statement.
“In this critical moment, Democrats stood firm, rejected this dangerous effort, and sent a message that they remain united in our commitment to Israel’s security and our long-standing alliance,” Romick continued.
Although many within the Democratic party’s progressive flank expressed disappointment, moderates stressed that the party cannot afford to abandon a fellow democracy and strategic ally in the Middle East, particularly as Israel continues to face security threats on multiple fronts.
While the task force is expected to revisit the issue, Tuesday’s outcome underscored the DNC’s reluctance to embrace rhetoric that could be perceived as anti-Israel. With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, leaders hope the party can avoid alienating key constituencies, including anti-Israel activists on the far left, while maintaining its commitment to Israel’s security and a two-state solution.