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Miracle Babies of the Death Train: Surviving Auschwitz and the Mauthausen Liberation
world11 days ago

Miracle Babies of the Death Train: Surviving Auschwitz and the Mauthausen Liberation

Three young Holocaust survivors—Eva Clarke, Hana Berger-Moran, and Mark Olsky—were born to pregnant prisoners who concealed their pregnancies to avoid Nazi execution, endured brutal transports from Auschwitz-area camps on a death train to Mauthausen, and survived to be liberated by American troops. Their mothers' stories intersected as the babies endured famine, starvation, and peril, the rescue by a U.S. medic saved Hana’s life, and the three families later found each other, sparking a rare, enduring bond across generations that continues to memorialize the past.

Europe marks Holocaust Memorial Day as survivors urge vigilance against rising antisemitism
world1 month ago

Europe marks Holocaust Memorial Day as survivors urge vigilance against rising antisemitism

Europe marked International Holocaust Memorial Day with ceremonies from Auschwitz to Berlin as survivors and leaders warned against forgetting Nazi crimes and confronting rising antisemitism; Tova Friedman will address the Bundestag and challenge the far-right AfD, while memorials, Stolpersteine, and Holocaust education efforts spread across Europe amid concerns about AI-generated misinformation and threats to democracy. With about 1.1 million Jews killed at Auschwitz and roughly 196,600 survivors remaining worldwide, officials noted vandalism at Kiel and urged civil courage to defend democratic values.

AI Deepfakes Threaten Holocaust Memory on Remembrance Day
world1 month ago

AI Deepfakes Threaten Holocaust Memory on Remembrance Day

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, experts warn that AI-generated images and content are proliferating online, distorting the history of Nazi crimes and trivializing victims. Memorials say such “AI slop” can shift victim/perpetrator narratives and fuel revisionism, prompting calls for social platforms to label AI imagery and remove or de-monetize harmful content. German officials support ethical standards and platform responsibility as AI advances threaten memory preservation and public understanding.

Born in Bergen-Belsen as Liberation Loomed, A Young Holocaust Survivor Shares Her Mother's Story
world1 month ago

Born in Bergen-Belsen as Liberation Loomed, A Young Holocaust Survivor Shares Her Mother's Story

Ilana Kantorowicz Shalem, born in the Bergen-Belsen camp in March 1945 as her mother Lola hid the pregnancy, is among the youngest Holocaust survivors. Her birth amid camp chaos near liberation and the family’s afterward years in a displaced persons camp, followed by a life in Israel, are documented by Yad Vashem, highlighting enduring memory of the Holocaust as antisemitism rises.

Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, Anne Frank's stepsister, passes away at 96
world1 month ago

Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, Anne Frank's stepsister, passes away at 96

Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and stepsister of Anne Frank, who dedicated her life to Holocaust education and anti-prejudice efforts, has died at age 96 in London. She survived Auschwitz, moved to Britain, and became a prominent advocate for remembrance and understanding, inspiring many through her speeches, books, and campaigns. Her family remembers her as a remarkable woman committed to peace and education.

Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister Eva Schloss dies at 96
world1 month ago

Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister Eva Schloss dies at 96

Eva Schloss, a Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister, who dedicated her life to Holocaust education and remembrance, has died at age 96. King Charles and others paid tribute to her efforts in promoting understanding and combating hatred. She survived Auschwitz, lost her family in the Holocaust, and worked tirelessly to ensure history is not forgotten.

Australia mourns Bondi victims and vows to combat hate crime
world2 months ago

Australia mourns Bondi victims and vows to combat hate crime

Holocaust survivor and Bondi terror victim Alex Kleytman, who survived WWII and emigrated to Australia, was fatally shot during Hanukah celebrations at Bondi Beach. He was known for his dedication to preserving Jewish history and memory, authoring books on Jewish resistance and life in the Soviet Union. His death highlights ongoing antisemitism and the importance of remembering and standing strong against hatred.

Pennsylvania Diocese Condemns Halloween Float with Holocaust Imagery
world3 months ago

Pennsylvania Diocese Condemns Halloween Float with Holocaust Imagery

A Catholic school in Pennsylvania displayed Holocaust imagery on its Halloween parade float, which was condemned by the local diocese for being offensive and a symbol of hate. The diocese apologized and plans to review approval processes and collaborate with Jewish organizations to educate about the Holocaust, amid rising antisemitic incidents in the US.