Race

From the Nova site to blooming fields: First Race of Hope to launch in Gaza border region

Race of Hope 2026 will take place on October 16 through Gaza border memorial sites, kibbutzim, and fields, with races, local produce, and performances.

Race of Hope – Sponsored by Israel Marathon.
US President Donald Trump gestures as he disembarks the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One, while he arrives at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, US, July 17, 2026.

US Education Department removes rules against discrimination, civil rights groups condemned move

People watch Macy's Fourth of July fireworks as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, from a ship at Brooklyn Bridge Marina, in New York City, US, July 4, 2026

Coast Guard removes environmentalist ship from US 250th anniversary parade over political banners

Runners make their way uphill toward Jaffa Gate, passing beneath the Tower of David’s iconic walls.

A city back on its feet after a month of war: The 2026 Jerusalem Marathon experience


Israel cycling opens season with victory

The team has displayed exceptional ability throughout the prestigious Tour Down Under.

  ISRAEL - PREMIER TECH cyclist Steve Williams celebrates as he crosses the finish line to seal his victory in Sunday's Tour Down Under race in Australia.

US Supreme Court rejects affirmative action in university admissions

The blockbuster decision that will force many American colleges to overhaul their admissions policies. Justices ruled Harvard and UNC did violate the US Constitution's promise of equal protection.

 THE GRAVE of John Harvard, founder of Harvard University, in Boston. Parents have a right to know who is teaching their kids about Israel.

Florida school district sued over book bans

The Escambia County School District and School Board have targeted books dealing with race and LGBTQ issues for removal.

 San José Public Library Banned Books Week

Scottish runner disqualified for using car in ultra-marathon

The athlete covered a mile in just one minute 40 seconds. The current world record for a mile run is three minutes 43 seconds.

 Great City Games - Manchester 2011

Over 40,000 people take part in Jerusalem Winner Marathon

The 42.2 kilometer race will see runners dash along a number of important landmarks throughout Jerusalem.

 Kiprotich Noah Kigen of Kenya is seen winning the Jerusalem Winner Marathon, on March 17, 2023.

Jump or be pushed: German conservatives turn on ex-Nazi hunter over race comments

Hans-Georg Maassen was removed from his post after being accused of ignoring video evidence of far-right gangs chasing immigrants in riots.

 The former head of the German Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (Bundesamt fuer Verfassungsschutz) Hans-Georg Maassen attends the annual European Police Congress in Berlin, Germany, February 4, 2020

Lange, Astle win IRONMAN titles in Tiberias; Alterman fastest Israeli

The special event marks the first time that the competition included the full distance of the international IRONMAN brand in the Middle East.

 IRONMAN Israel-Middle East Championship participants run around the Sea of Galilee in Tiberias on Friday.

Critical Race Theory: What is it and is it impacting the midterms? - explainer

What exactly is critical race theory? What are its principles? Where is it taught? What are the arguments for and against it? How is it playing a role in the US midterm elections?

Education

The Islamic Republic's crimes against ethnic minorities in Iran - opinion

Race has become Iran’s radicals’ new battleground and narrative – most likely a reflection of its inability to subdue the many ethnic minorities that populate its land.

 THEN-IRANIAN foreign minister Javad Zarif meets with EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell in Tehran, in 2020. Human rights in Iran are a victim of negotiations on the nuclear file and trade between the EU and Iran, says the writer

DeSantis ban on ‘woke’ investments could hurt state pension fund - experts

After banning CRT in the classroom and board room, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has a new target in his culture war against “wokeness” with another acronym most folks have never heard of — ESG.

 Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announces the Florida SunPass Savings program at the Florida Turnpike Headquarters on Aug. 25, 2022, in Orlando, Florida.