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Dutch Flotilla: Gaza, We Are Coming !

Dutch Flotilla: Gaza, We Are Coming !

Despite pressure and threats of violence, flotilla will sail [ATHENS/by Marloes Kuijer] On Saturday, 25 June, the French boat, Dignity / Karama, left the port of Corsica to meet up with at least nine other vessels sailing to Gaza to challenge Israel’s illegal blockade.  Israel’s best efforts to stop our boats at port, including pressure on governments, threats against insurance...

Glenn Beck bursts into tears over Coldplay’s support for Freedom for Palestine

Glenn Beck bursts into tears over Coldplay’s support for Freedom for Palestine

In my previous posts, I expressed my wholehearted support for OneWorld’s new single ‘Freedom for Palestine’, and applauded Coldplay for having endorsed it. In my latest blog, I even explained why I felt that the release of this single and the support from a world-class rock band signifies an important change, and a radical step ahead for pro-Palestinian sentiments in...

Coldplay endorses OneWorld’s single ‘Freedom for Palestine’

Coldplay endorses OneWorld’s single ‘Freedom for Palestine’

Coldplay, in a bold move, has endorsed the catchy new single ‘Freedom for Palestine’ by OneWorld, on their Facebook page. This has led to a storm of political discussions on the page, and has caused a tidal wave of admiration in pro-Palestinian ranks all over the world. Although they probably barely need any introduction, let’s remind you that the British...

Doc Jazz Tour: Facebook Events

For the gigs of Doc Jazz’s tour in Belgium and the Netherlands, several Facebook events have been created. They are helpful because they provide a nice summary of the show, and keep you informed about date and time. Also, if you add yourself to such an event, your home screen on Facebook will often show you when the event is...