Mugshots of the week: Dec. 8-14, 2024

A Columbia University professor who called Hamas’ Oct. 7 attacks on Israel “awesome” will be teaching an upcoming course on Zionism at the Ivy League school.  The class led by Joseph Massad will cover the “History of the Jewish Enlightenment (Haskala) in 19th century Europe and the development of Zionism through the current peace process…

Last week, LAPD Officer Sean Dinse divulged that the Kenneth Fire— one of the six tormenting the Los Angeles basin— was under criminal investigation. A homeless individual, allegedly an illegal alien, was subdued by residents within minutes and miles of the fire’s origin. Witnesses reportedly saw him wielding a blowtorch while shouting, “I am doing this.”    Later…

Vivek Ramaswamy has announced his bid for Ohio governor, promising economic reforms, tax cuts, and deregulation. He faces criticism from both Republican rival Dave Yost and Democratic candidate Dr. Amy Acton. Ramaswamy counters by criticizing Acton’s role in the Covid-19 pandemic management.

AIIMS CRE Recruitment 2025: AIIMS, New Delhi, opens the application process for the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025, recruiting for various Group B and C positions. Candidates can apply online until January 31, 2025, with exams scheduled from February 26 to 28, 2025. The selection includes a CBT, Skill Test, and document verification.

India’s spin strategy in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, has been inconsistent. The team has used a different spinner in each Test so far, leading to criticism from commentators like Harbhajan Singh. With the series tied 1-1, India aims for a historic third consecutive series win in Australia.