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Seattle Palestinian festival hosting terrorist released in hostage deal as keynote speaker

Raed Abduljalil, a former al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades terrorist released in a hostage ransom, is set to speak at the Seattle Palestinian Cultural Resistance Festival.

Demonstrators gather to protest in support of causes that include the Palestinians, immigration, labor, and the environment, at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington, March 12, 2025; illustrative.
 Members of Hezbollah attend the funeral of Taleb Abdallah, also known as Abu Taleb, a senior field commander of Hezbollah who was killed by what security forces say was an Israel strike in Beirut's southern suburbs, Lebanon June 12, 2024.

Seattle fundraiser calls to 'materially support' the 'Lebanese resistance'

Kurt Cobain of Nirvana during the taping of MTV Unplugged at Sony Studios in New York City, 11/18/93. (Photo by )

New claims allege Kurt Cobain’s death may have been homicide, police reaffirm stance - report

United States fans with a rainbow Pride flag during the FIFA Women's World Cup Final at Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France, July 7, 2019

Seattle doubles down on World Cup Pride plans despite Iran, Egypt's objections


Observant Jewish quarterback Zevi Eckhaus guides Washington State to a bowl game

Eckhaus, who plays for the Washington State Cougars, was raised Orthodox and is one of few Jewish players in NCAA Division I football.

Nov 29, 2025; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars quarterback Zevi Eckhaus (4) runs off the field before a game against the Oregon State Beavers at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium.

Jacob Frey, Jewish mayor of Minneapolis, defeats challenger who drew Mamdani comparisons

Jacob Frey defeats Democratic Socialist opponent Omar Fateh in Minneapolis mayoral race, signaling hope for Jewish voters concerned about anti-Israel rhetoric in the Democratic Party.

 Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at an Election Night party in Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 4, 2025.

Lawsuit by former Israeli hostage against Palestine Chronicle thrown out by US Judge

On Friday 31 January 2025, District Judge Tiffany Cartwright ruled that "Jan's complaint does not allege actual knowledge [and therefore] his compensation allegations must be dismissed."

 Israeli hostage Almog Meir Jan, who was kidnapped by hamas terrorists on October 7, and was held captive in Gaza until the Israeli army rescued him a month ago, returns to his home town Or Yehuda.July 7, 2024.

Pro-Palestinian rally in Seattle marks year of Israeli strikes on Gaza

Seattle saw large protests in the immediate aftermath of Oct. 7, with people flooding the streets and even shutting down Interstate 5, demanding a ceasefire.

 PROTESTERS GATHER behind barricades to protect an encampment in support of Palestinians in Gaza, at the University of Washington in Seattle, this week, as a pro-Israel rally march took place nearby.

Some universities agreed to consider divesting from Israel

Campus divestment battles intensify as universities grapple with Israel-Palestine protests and Jewish concerns.

 Trinity College in Dublin is divesting from Israel after a student protest there, May 8, 2024.

'Long live October 7:' Seattle activists praise Hamas and Hezbollah at rally

The activist urged others to advocate for Palestinian prisoners, because "Today's prisoners are yesterday's resistance fighters and tomorrow's leaders."

 PROTESTERS IN London hold up anti-Israel posters during a demonstration last weekend. Social media account are accusing Israel of taking control of the UK and seeking to put other European countries in its power.

Seattle Jews to remount an antisemitism exhibit alone, after staff shut it down for Zionism

Museum leaders had announced the exhibit would be reconfigured and presented to the public at a different venue later in the summer.

 The Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, Washington.

Seattle museum staff walk out over antisemitism exhibit, forcing its early closure

The staffers protested after the Jewish Historical Society commenced the exhibit by explaining “Today, antisemitism is often disguised as anti-Zionism.”

 PROTESTERS GATHER behind barricades to protect an encampment in support of Palestinians in Gaza, at the University of Washington in Seattle, this week, as a pro-Israel rally march took place nearby.

Soaking in Seattle (and Tacoma)

If you’re planning a visit to Seattle and/or its sister city, Tacoma, it’s best to come equipped with foul-weather gear because it would be a shame to spend all your time indoors

 THE SIGHTS of Seattle: Pike Place Market

Seattle synagogue vandalized amid antisemitic hate crime wave

According to The Seattle Times, "at least five Jewish institutions in Seattle have received suspicious envelopes, with four containing white powder, since Nov. 3."

 Seattle Skyline view from Queen Anne Hill.