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Mayor Randall Woodfin said the spirit of the World Games “has been one of unity and peace,” and “today we solidify that message. Birmingham is honored to be home to

The Alabama competition has emphasized peace and reconciliation worldwide, taking inspiration from Birmingham’s transition in the last 60 years since it was the focal point of civil-rights battles.The post World

Jeff Emerson, a spokesperson for the World Games, said “this behavior is not in accordance with the training all volunteers have gone through to show respect to our guests.”

Some 3,600 international athletes from 110 countries will take part in 200 medal competitions in 34 sports, most of which are not on the Olympic roster.The post Israel sending 50-plus

“It’s very important that our understanding of the issue reflects cultural realities,” said Troy A. Miller, CEO of National Religious Broadcasters. “An accurate and contemporary definition of anti-Semitism helps us to recognize and combat this form of hatred wherever it emerges.”

“We have chosen to identify with a people as a people,” said Chief Larry Smith of the Northeast Alabama Cherokee.The post Alabama Cherokee tribe establishes ties with Israel, recognizes ‘undivided’

“We have chosen to identify with a people as a people,” said Chief Larry Smith of the Northeast Alabama Cherokee.

The resolution expresses “vigorous support” for Israel as a Jewish and democratic state with secure borders and the right of self-defense.