Israeli wrestler Nir Rotenberg aka Rixon Ruas is Israel’s first wrestling champion to come out as gay and said he did so after realizing “the extent of the responsibility and the influence that [his] actions have now that I am a champion.…
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Trump to Recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital in Move Likely to Trigger Violence Across Region
President Donald Trump will recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital Wednesday, upending decades of careful US policy and ignoring dire warnings of a historic misstep that could trigger a surge of violence in the Middle East. A senior administra…
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Uri Kokia is First Pro Basketball Player in Israel to Come Out as Gay
Israeli pro basketball player Uri Kokia came out as gay in an interview on Wednesday. He’s the first male pro basketball player in that country to come out. “After many years of fear, I am now completely calm,” said Kokia. Outsports…
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Gay Travelers, Escape the Winter Blahs In Stunning, Sunny Israel
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With autumn’s official arrival, it’s easy to watch the days get shorter and let that Seasonal Affective Disorder wash over you. Instead of giving in to American Horror Story: Stir Crazy, overdose on vitamin D with a winter getaway heavy on outdoor ad…
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Beaches, Boys and Bauhaus Await LGBT Travelers In Israel: Win a Trip for 2!
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When planning your next trip, there’s no need to choose between a beach vacation, a rich cultural tour or a bustling modern metropolis. Israel offers world travelers an unrivaled diverse experience that combines ancient history with staggeringly chic…
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U.S. Jews Urge Israel to Provide Equal Adoption Rights for Same-Sex Couples
200 community leaders and institutions urge government to end discrimination against gay partners who want to adopt children By JTA Thousands protest in support of the right of LGBT couples to adopt children at a demonstrations in Tel Aviv on July 20…
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Chicago Dyke March Releases Statement on Jewish Pride Flag Incident
The Chicago Dyke March, which made headlines earlier this week for asking three Jewish women to leave the procession who were carrying Pride flags bearing the Star of David, released an official statement on the incident. RELATED: 3 Asked to Leave Ch…
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3 Asked to Leave Chicago LGBT March Over ‘Triggering’ Star of David Flags
Organizers of ‘anti-Zionist’ event say rainbow banners held by Jewish participants ‘made people feel unsafe’ By JTA Illustrative: Participants in the San Francisco Pride Parade showing their Jewish and Israeli pride, June 30, 2014. (Wikimedia Commons…
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Security Tight as LGBTQ Community Set to March in Tel Aviv
Road closures expected throughout the city during annual Pride Parade, which this year focuses on bisexuality By Times of Israel staff Revelers assemble ahead of the Gay Pride Parade in Tel Aviv on Friday, June 9, 2017 (Luke Tress/Times of Israel) So…
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Man Arrested for Threatening ‘Terror Attack’ at Tel Aviv Gay Pride Parade
Bnei Brak resident suspected over Facebook post calling for a ‘terror attack’ at upcoming march in Tel Aviv By Times of Israel staff Tens of thousands participate at the annual Gay Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, on June 3, 2016. (Miriam Alster/Flash90) Po…
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