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Social media activism: Is it 'risky' enough?

June 18, 2024 12:00 AM
Generation Z is using social media to engage in political activism in ways that can seem new and controversial, but experts are questioning the on-the-ground impact of these efforts.
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BYU professor teaches class on Arab-Israeli-Palestinian conflict

May 30, 2024 12:00 AM
As attention has been focused on U.S. college protests concerning the Israel-Hamas war, BYU political science professor David Romney said a key step to helping those affected by the conflict is first learning more about other peoples’ narratives.
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Salt Lake City, cities worldwide march for Palestine

March 14, 2024 12:00 AM
Cities all over the U.S. and in other countries gathered on March 2 to protest the conflict in Gaza. By Sugarhouse Park in Salt Lake City, hundreds gathered to protest in favor of Palestine and to order a ceasefire.
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Video of the Day: Pro-Palestine rally in Park City takes over downtown

January 25, 2024 12:00 AM
During Sundance Film Festival’s opening weekend, several hundred people gathered in Park City for a peaceful pro-Palestine protest. The crowd moved from the Old Town Transit Center to Main Street. Police closed the roads to ensure everyone’s safety.
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Palestinian-Syrian refugee walks a path of dedicated learning and selfless service

November 14, 2023 12:00 AM
Yearning to ease his family’s burden at age 15, Palestinian-Syrian refugee Mohammad Hameed embarked on a path of dedicated learning and selfless service.
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Voices from the street: Provo protestors speak out against violence in Gaza

November 10, 2023 12:00 AM
Hundreds gathered at the Provo City Library on Saturday, Nov. 4 to peacefully protest the extent of damage and lives lost in Palestine from the recent Hamas terrorist attacks and Israeli conflict.
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BYU Jerusalem center students share their experiences being in Jerusalem

November 08, 2023 12:00 AM
In light of the current Israel-Hamas conflict, recently returned BYU Jerusalem Center students shared their experiences of being in Jerusalem when the war broke out and how they felt about coming home sooner than expected.
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BYU professors host panel discussion on Israel-Hamas War

November 03, 2023 12:00 AM
BYU professors addressed a crowded conference room the evening of Monday, Oct. 30 to shed light on the current conflict taking place in Gaza and invited students to educate themselves and work toward becoming peacemakers.
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BYU Arab Student Association aims to foster unity in times of strife

October 25, 2023 12:00 AM
Through events showcasing Arab and North African culture, the BYU Arab Student Association fosters unity and understanding within the BYU community during challenging times.
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Hamas launches surprise attack on Israel

October 10, 2023 12:00 AM
Pro-Palestinian Islamist group Hamas breached theGaza border on Saturdayto launch a surprise offensive against Israeli citizens and government.
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As Israel-Palestinian truce holds, Gaza power plant restarts

August 08, 2022 12:00 AM
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — With a cease-fire between Israel and Palestinian militants holding after nearly three days of violence, Gaza’s sole power plant resumed operations Monday as Israel began reopening crossings into the territory.
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Omar's Israel remarks expose Democrats' simmering divisions

March 06, 2019 12:00 AM
In this Feb. 5, photo, Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., arrives for President Donald Trump's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington. Omar’s latest remarks about Israel are prompting House Democrats to draft a resolution condemning anti-Semitism. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
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Things you should know today: 3/15/18

March 15, 2018 12:00 AM
Toys R Us is planning to liquidate its US operations
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UN gets $100M in new funds for Palestinian aid after US cuts

March 15, 2018 12:00 AM
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres delivers his speech during an United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, UNRWA, conference, in Rome, Thursday, March 15, 2018. Guterres addressed an emergency funding conference in Rome after the U.S. administration this year slashed tens of millions to the U.N. Relief and Works Agency, prompting the greatest funding crisis in its 68-year history. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
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Fact checking common misconceptions about the Israel-Palestine Conflict

February 21, 2017 12:00 AM
Editor's note: This story pairs with another titled 'LDS Church, BYU Jerusalem Center remain neutral amid Israel-Palestine conflict.'
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LDS Church, BYU Jerusalem Center remain neutral amid Israel-Palestine conflict

February 21, 2017 12:00 AM
Editor's note: This story pairs with another titled 'Fact-checking misconceptions of the Israel-Palestine conflict.'
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Palestinian Quaker a comfortable minority at BYU

June 01, 2016 12:00 AM
Mai Zaru grew up as a Quaker living in Palestine under Israeli occupation. She was born in Jerusalem and lived in Ramallah, amid violence and never-ending chaos, yet her experiences have not tarnished her outlook on life. She continues to seek the good in life and find light amid the darkness.
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Pair of clowns offer relief to kids in Gaza hospitals

March 24, 2016 12:00 AM
A pair of Palestinian clowns is offering some laughs and relief to children with chronic illnesses at pediatric wards in hospitals in the Gaza Strip.
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