Israel News Review

D'Souza compares young climate change activist to Nazi propaganda

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:39:13 -0300

The 16-year-old, Swedish native started making waves less than a year ago as she stood outside the Stockholm's parliament calling for a "climate strike."

Notes to be removed from Western Wall

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:33:29 -0300

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation is getting ready for the annual note-removal before Rosh Hashana.

2,500 attend Orthodox Union Torah event at Citi Field

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:29:59 -0300

The classes offered at the event ranged from traditional High Holiday preparations to modern topics, such as the potential effects of new technology like artificial intelligence on Jewish practices.

Incitement, a film about Yigal Amir, wins Ophir Award for Best Picture

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 01:23:17 -0300

Incitement will now be Israel's official selection for consideration for a Best Foreign Language Film Oscar nomination.

Iran says Trump has ‘closed the door’ to talks

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:49:02 -0300

Adding central bank to terrorist list means talks have no prospects, Zarif says

Pool rental app dives into deep end of sharing economy

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:35:03 -0300

22-year-old Orthodox Jew Bunim Laskin founds Swimply to rent out neighborhood pools -- and let his 12 siblings have a splashing good time

Alex Borstein hails Holocaust survivor grandmother in Emmy win for ‘Mrs. Maisel’

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:12:50 -0300

Fleabag's Phoebe Waller-Bridge blocks 'Veep' star Julia Louis-Dreyfus from setting a record as most-honored performer in Emmy history

Thomas Cook repatriation: Everything you need to know about Operation Matterhorn

Chris Graham — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:10:50 -0300

UK’s Johnson under fire for bringing model on work trip to Tel Aviv while mayor

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 23:27:00 -0300

Sunday Times reveals that during time as mayor of London, he overruled officials a number of times to get Jennifer Arcuri onto several trade missions, awarded her company grants

British PM under fire for bringing model on work trip to Tel Aviv while mayor

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 23:27:00 -0300

Sunday Times reveals that Boris Johnson overruled officials a number of times to get Jennifer Arcuri onto trade missions, awarded her company grants

Egypt warns media it’s monitoring protest coverage

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:39:16 -0300

Warning comes after several rare anti-government demonstrations which had been effectively banned by draconian measures imposed under el-Sissi

Jason Lewis accused Republicans of ‘dual loyalty’ to Israel

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:29:41 -0300

Lewis also said that many in the Republican Party viewed Israel as the “51st state” and discussed the “very strong American Jewish lobby.

UK delays visa for BDS co-founder Omar Barghouti

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:17:55 -0300

The Palestine Solidarity Campaign, which is hosting the event on the sidelines of the conference, called the delay in issuing the visa “unexplained” and “abnormal.”

Israeli rhythmic gymnast qualifies for 2020 Olympics

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:17:42 -0300

Linoy Ashram won 6 medals at worlds

Israeli man injured by rock thrown through windshield

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:09:30 -0300

There were several reports of rocks being thrown at cars bearing yellow Israeli license plates in the area.

‘Fiddler on the Roof’ in Yiddish makes a match

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 22:04:12 -0300

Stephanie Lynne Mason and Drew Seigla, who play the young couple Hodl and Perchik in the production, are engaged, the show announced Sunday on its Twitter feed.

Soldier seriously wounded in accident on base in northern Israel

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:55:23 -0300

Trooper in serious condition after being run over by a forklift; Military Police investigating cause of incident

Soldier seriously injured in accident on base in northern Israel

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:55:23 -0300

Serviceman run over by a forklift; Military Police investigating incident

Israel’s world champion dog has nose for cash

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 21:34:43 -0300

Customs Authority's canine star Katcha beats 16 other pooches to take home the title of top money sniffer

Minister slams academy as film on Rabin’s killer set to be Israeli Oscars entry

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:55:04 -0300

'Incitement' wins best picture at Ophir Awards; Miri Regev rips movie for implying PM Netanyahu had role in stirring up hatred in days leading up to 1994 assassination

Sex offenders are 'taking advantage' of crowded rush-hour tubes, as new figures show 42% rise in attacks

Telegraph Reporters — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:01:00 -0300

Alexa's robotic voice leaving dementia patients 'deeply distressed', social care report finds

Mike Wright — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 20:01:00 -0300

Duchess of Sussex wears £5 borrowed earrings to lavish Rome wedding

Telegraph Reporters — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:55:43 -0300

A Jewish Brexit Party politician owns London’s oldest smoked salmon factory

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:46:10 -0300

Lance Forman says needless EU regulations cost him hundreds of thousands of dollars annually, causing him to quote economics, not immigration, as his motive for leaving the union

Court set to rule on Malka Leifer’s mental fitness for extradition to Australia

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:44:38 -0300

Defense and prosecution concerned judge could further delay proceedings with call for fresh psychological evaluations for former principle accused of 74 counts of child sex abuse

Britain to create 1 billion pound fund for clean energy technology

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:39:22 -0300

At the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Johnson will call for greater global action to tackle what he will describe as the twin threats of climate change and biodiversity loss.

Iranian official says UK tanker to be released

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:32:31 -0300

The Stena Impero was detained by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in the Strait of Hormuz waterway for alleged marine violations, two weeks after Britain seized an Iranian tanker off Gibraltar.

PA: Decision to cut power supplies is "collective punishment"

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:22:35 -0300

The JDEC said that the failure of many Palestinians to pay their electrical bills to the company was the main reason why it was unable to pay its debts to Israel.

Rivlin: Public wants a stable gov’t

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:18:58 -0300

Members of the Joint List decided to recommend Gantz to build a coalition. This will be the first time since Yitzhak Rabin that an Arab party recommends someone for Prime Minister.

Pompeo: U.S. mission is to avoid war with Iran

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:17:31 -0300

"You saw what Secretary Esper announced on Friday, we are putting additional forces in the region for the purpose of deterrence and defense," Pompeo said.

How Shas expanded its voter base while under hostile fire in the elections

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:13:02 -0300

The ultra-Orthodox party dramatically raised its voter share in towns and cities in the periphery by targeting religiously traditional voters who may have left Shas in recent elections.

Iran 'ready to release' British-flagged tanker

Our Foreign Staff — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:09:09 -0300

How the indicting Bibi train could still go off the rails - analysis

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:04:54 -0300

Expectations have been that the final indictment decision would come down before State Attorney Shai Nitzan steps down on December 15 at the latest.

France says main priority is to de-escalate U.S.-Iran tensions

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 18:01:06 -0300

"The meeting between (U.S.) President (Donald) Trump and (Iranian) President (Hassan) Rouhani is not the number one subject."

Water security expert: Middle East water shortages require regional action

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:59:21 -0300

According to hydrologist Prof. Jay Famiglietti, the regional scale of the world’s water scarcity hot-spots requires regional solutions

MAI head resigns over expected fraud indictment

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:57:35 -0300

"I am not prepared for this honorable house to be affected, not even a little due to personal affairs."

‘Big shortage of pharmacists’ in Israel as deficit grows

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:54:50 -0300

Approximately 7,000 licensed pharmacists in the country, but only an estimated 5,000 who are practicing

Netanyahu’s ultra-Orthodox allies stick loyally by his side

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:51:31 -0300

Shas endorses PM for top job, with United Torah Judaism set to follow suit, amid fears of a 'secular' unity government

Study: A fourth of annual Israeli food waste occurs during High Holy Days

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:41:37 -0300

Food sales in Israel leading up to the holidays are estimated at NIS 7.5 billion ($2.1b.), of which around NIS 1.9b. ($538m.) is thrown away, according to the research.

Study: A fourth of food waste occurs during High Holy Days

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:41:37 -0300

Food sales in Israel leading up to the holidays are estimated at NIS 7.5 billion ($2.1b.), of which around NIS 1.9b. ($538m.) is thrown away, according to the research.

IAF delegation in the US to evaluate Lockheed Martin’s new helicopter

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:39:14 -0300

The IAF plans to buy some 20 new heavy-lift helicopters—in other words, one squadron—to replace the current CH-53 Sea Stallion squadron at the Tel Nof Base

Israel's national baseball team qualifies for 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:37:41 -0300

The Israeli team made history Sunday by defeating South Africa 11-1 in Italy, after beating the Netherlands on Thursday and tournament host Italy on Friday.

Carter administration knew of Israeli nuclear test, turned a blind eye

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:37:31 -0300

Carter also wanted to avoid any negative impact on the peace treaty between Israel and Egypt, which was just a year old at the time, according to the report.

Jerusalem street to be named for two slain policewomen

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:35:09 -0300

“As elected officials, we must honor the heroines who sacrificed their lives to protect civilians, and immortalize their names.”

The decision is Rivlin’s – and Rivlin wants unity

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:34:44 -0300

"The people of Israel want a government that will be stable. A stable government cannot be a government without both of the two largest parties."

Rescue planes line up to bring home 'stranded' Thomas Cook holidaymakers

Victoria Ward — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:34:13 -0300

Former soccer pro becomes a rabbi: The story of Snir Gueta

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:32:44 -0300

Snir Gueta realized he was not on the right track as a Jew.

Reporter's Notebook: Shabbat on the 'wrong side' of Budapest

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:29:38 -0300

Buda might be the smaller Jewish community of Hungary’s capital, but it was the right side to be for a warm welcoming Shabbat.

The Thomas Cook bosses who received £20m in bonuses in last 5 years as company collapsed

Oliver Gill — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:14:03 -0300

Africa to seek declaration of global climate emergency at UN summit

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:12:56 -0300

“Declaring a climate emergency enables the adoption of certain actions at a global level,” which could include a boost in financial support for African states.

Dept. of Homeland Security releases new counterterrorism strategy

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:12:15 -0300

The Department also announced it would prioritize interoperability and automation in its information-sharing relationships with trustworthy partners.

GOP senate candidate once accused Republicans of ‘dual loyalty’ to Israel

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:11:31 -0300

Jason Lewis of Minnesota, a former conservative radio host, also said the 'Israeli lobby' controls the party

Amazon launches long-awaited Israeli operations

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:06:46 -0300

West Bank sovereignty can’t be halted, settler leaders say

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:04:58 -0300

Netanyahu called for the elections to be a mandate on sovereignty, but then failed to gain a majority of Knesset seats, and in the initial flush, appears unlikely to be able to form a government.

US vet: Proposed suicide prevention hotline number glorifies Hitler

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:02:02 -0300

Three-digit figure includes 88, which is used by neo-Nazis to refer to the phrase 'Heil Hitler,' New York Jewish man argues

Massive crowd hails Donald Trump and Indian prime minister Narendra Modi

David Millward — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:52:17 -0300

After withholding nomination for PM, Liberman to meet Gantz

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:36:34 -0300

Amid deadlock, kingmaker breezily suggests Netanyahu and Blue and White chief 'flip a coin' over who should be first to lead unity government in rotation deal

Liberman says Netanyahu, Gantz should ‘flip a coin’ for who serves first as PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:36:34 -0300

Yisrael Beytenu leader, whose party is not recommending either candidate, to meet Gantz on Monday; says 'childish argument' over who'll start out as premier is preventing coalition

Kiryat Gat kindergarten shuttered after allegedly segregating Ethiopian children

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:30:41 -0300

Kids sent to other daycare centers across southern town after viral Facebook post exposes purported discrimination

Israel’s opposition still wants to oust Netanyahu… just not yet

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:22:18 -0300

Blue and White won more seats than Likud in last week's elections. Its leader Gantz has the support of more MKs than Netanyahu. But in a risky gambit, it wants to bide its time

Joint List endorses Gantz without Balad, giving Netanyahu majority

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:15:42 -0300

Blue and White decides to forego first shot to form government

Woman dies a year after she was injured in Gaza rocket attack

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:08:04 -0300

Nina Gisdenanova was hospitalized since strike, which also killed a man and seriously injured another woman

Let caterpillars eat your flowers this autumn to help pink moth, RHS says

Helena Horton — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0300

Arab Israeli lawmaker: Election results a ‘slap in the face’ for Trump

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:53:29 -0300

MK Ahmad Tibi accuses US president of backing Netanyahu's 'racism' and 'atrocities,' urges him to shelve his 'anti-Palestinian' peace plan

Blue and White said to prefer Likud get first crack at building coalition

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:50:01 -0300

Officials in centrist party reportedly seek to pass the buck, as candidate who has second attempt could be better positioned to succeed

Iran 'assures' FIFA that women are allowed to attend World Cup qualifier after suicide of woman arrested for entering stadium

Our Foreign Staff — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:48:52 -0300

Israel's Arab party throws its support to Benny Gantz in bid to oust Netanyahu

Raf Sanchez — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:27:01 -0300

Retired British colonel helps secure release of Iranian soldier held by Somali pirates

Our Foreign Staff — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:12:26 -0300

As Joint List backs Gantz, Netanyahu says: I told you so

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:09:58 -0300

Likud leader says he will form a 'broad national unity government, though his rival appears more likely to get first crack at building coalition

September 22, 2019: Typical EU

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:06:16 -0300

Readers of the Jerusalem Post have their say.

Reality Check: The draft of the speech we’re all waiting to hear

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 15:00:22 -0300

‘The great Israeli public does not deserve a third election in less than a year. I therefore announce my resignation as prime minister and leader of the Likud’

Balad members oppose recommending Gantz

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:52:38 -0300

"Balad voted along with the Joint List to take down Netanyahu, and will keep working to prevent that, but at the same time don't see Gantz as an alternative."

Israeli Arab parties back Benny Gantz for PM, breaking with precedent

Guardian staff and Agencies — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:46:47 -0300

Arab Joint List alliance endorses ex-military chief following last week’s elections in attempt to oust Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli Arab political parties broke with longstanding precedent on Sunday and endorsed ex-military chief Benny Gantz for prime minister, in a bid to prevent the incumbent, Benjamin Netanyahu, from forming the next government.

The dramatic move came after the mainly Arab Joint List alliance won 13 seats in Tuesday’s polls, making the bloc the third-largest force in the 120-seat parliament.

Israeli Arab parties back Gantz for PM in bid to oust Netanyahu

Guardian staff and agencies — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:46:47 -0300

Joint List alliance breaks precedent after elections to endorse ex-military chief

The dramatic move came after the mainly Arab Joint List alliance won 13 seats in Tuesday’s polls, making the bloc the third-largest force in the 120-seat parliament.

Police recommend former bar association head stand trial over sex scandal

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:40:13 -0300

Efi Nave suspected of helping an attorney become a judge, while also having an affair with her

New synagogues inaugurated in memory of Danube Holocaust victims

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:38:21 -0300

600,000 letters in each Torah represent the 600,000 victims of the massacre.

Think About it: What is required is patience

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:37:00 -0300

In the last two weeks before the elections, I heard numerous traditional Likud voters say that they were not going to vote for the Likud with Netanyahu at its head.

First time since Rabin, Arab party endorses Gantz to be Prime Minister

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:36:02 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

Rugby World Cup presenters criticised for attempting to bring Japan to London studio as they analyse matches in socks

Jessica Carpani — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:32:19 -0300

President Rivlin begins consultations on PM nomination, Joint backs Gantz

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:27:00 -0300

Rivlin kicked-off consultations with the parties that captured seats in 120-member Knesset last week, with the Arab-dominated Joint List - the third largest faction behind Netanyahu's Likud and Gantz's Blue and White – endorsing Gantz for prime minister

President Rivlin holds consultations on PM nomination, Joint List backs Gantz

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:27:00 -0300

Joint List backs Gantz for prime minister in rare move

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:27:00 -0300

Joint List backs Gantz as Blue and White puts pressure on Netanyahu

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:27:00 -0300

Radio 4 listeners left confused after 9am pips sound 15 minutes late

Jessica Carpani — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:02:40 -0300

Change the system

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:54:00 -0300

The results of the election have once again highlighted the Israeli system of government’s weaknesses.

Liberman declines to recommend Gantz or Netanyahu to form govt

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:51:26 -0300

Yisrael Beytenu leader says both candidates have tried to avoid national unity government, denies cooperation with Gantz.

Gaza reopens zoo despite horrifying conditions for animals

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:51:06 -0300

Critics say owners want to bully animal welfare organizations into giving them thousands of dollars to free the animals into their care

Royal Navy lieutenant who collected thousands of child abuse images is spared jail

Phoebe Southworth — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:48:08 -0300

Joe Biden rounds on Donald Trump as Ukraine controversy escalates

David Millward — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:35:06 -0300

In dramatic shift, Joint List recommends Gantz for PM, seeks Netanyahu’s ouster

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:26:31 -0300

For first time in 27 years, Arab parties back Zionist candidate for premiership, drawing Likud ire; Blue and White chief set to receive 57 backers, compared to 55 for Netanyahu

Two 15-year-olds arrested after teenager stabbed to death in Slough skate park

Lizzie Roberts — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:22:20 -0300

First time since Rabin, Joint List endorses Gantz to be Prime Minister

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:16:49 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

Scout ambassador nearly killed by lightning on solo flight in open-cockpit gyrocopter says teenagers should stop being scared of failure

Telegraph Reporters — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:07:02 -0300

Troops honored for rescue mission after failed Gaza raid

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:06:23 -0300

IDF releases redacted radio chatter from helicopter sent into Khan Younis to evacuate special forces troops caught in firefight with Hamas

Joint List endorses Benny Gantz to be Prime Minister

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 13:00:45 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

British expats take to streets in Spain to protest Brexit uncertainty

James Rothwell — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:45:37 -0300

As recommendations kick off, Blue and White backs Gantz, Likud taps Netanyahu

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:45:29 -0300

Representatives from centrist alliance say they plan to form a national unity government 'that will represent the people who sent us here'

Blue and White backs Gantz, Likud taps PM; both promise to ‘return mandate’

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:45:29 -0300

Centrist alliance vows a national unity government to 'represent the people who sent us here'; ruling party will seek coalition 'maintaining Israel as Jewish and democratic state'

Rivlin: Blue and White, Likud must share power - WATCH LIVE

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:40:12 -0300

Members of the Joint List decided to recommend Gantz to build a coalition. This will be the first time since Yitzhak Rabin that an Arab party recommends someone for Prime Minister.

IAF delegation in the US evaluation of Lockheed Martin’s new helicopter

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:36:28 -0300

The IAF plans to buy some 20 new heavy-lift helicopters—in other words, one squadron—to replace the current CH-53 Sea Stallion squadron at the Tel Nof Base

Iran assures FIFA that women can attend soccer qualifier

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:34:09 -0300

Islamic Republic has banned female fans from stadiums since 1981; soccer's governing body hails 'very important' change

Tolkien Week begins around the world

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:19:35 -0300

Inaugurated in 1978 by the American Tolkien Society, the festive period takes place every year during the calendar week of September 22.

Liberman won’t recommend either Netanyahu or Gantz for PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:14:51 -0300

Kingmaker says his Yisrael Beytenu party can't support Blue and White leader because his 'enemies' in Joint List appear poised to; president urges national unity government

Trump slams U.S. media: ‘they’ve gone totally crazy’

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 12:06:38 -0300

Was Trump's phone call to Ukraine president congratulatory or more?

Manufacturers Association president resigns over expected fraud indictment

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:56:39 -0300

"I am not prepared for this honorable house to be affected, not even a little due to personal affairs."

IDF officer killed in botched Gaza raid awarded citation of merit

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:50:16 -0300

Lt.-Col. "M" was killed by friendly fire during botched intelligence operation last November in Khan Younis.

Amazon Israel site, set to open, won’t spell doom for malls… yet, analysts say

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:49:31 -0300

he e-commerce giant is said to have reached out to Israeli retailers to offer them a locally dedicated platform for sales, and the service is expected to be launched imminently

Amazon launches Israel site, but won’t spell doom for malls… yet, analysts say

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:49:31 -0300

The e-commerce giant's dedicated site for Israel activates 'ships locally button' and includes Israeli stores like Crazy Line, Newpan

Israel begins cutting Palestinian electricity in West Bank, citing debts

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:42:15 -0300

Power is expected to be shut off for two hours daily in several Palestinian towns amid unpaid $485 million bill

In first, Israel qualifies for Olympic games in baseball

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:40:02 -0300

National team beats South Africa 11-1, earning a place in Japan, where it will face five other squads at the Tokyo 2020 summer games

Tanzania rebuked by WHO amid suspicion of covering up Ebola cases

Our Foreign Staff — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:37:41 -0300

UAE to open synagogue, part of interfaith compound, in 2022

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:34:40 -0300

Abu Dhabi complex will include church and mosque; follows pope's visit to country earlier this year that resulted in religious tolerance pact

Liberman not to recommend anyone for PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:32:37 -0300

He summarized his red lines by saying "I don't see us with the Democratic Union, with the messianics, the haredim or with the Joint List. I don't see how that's possible."

US military apologises for threat to blow up millennials if they stormed Area 51

David Millward — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:31:28 -0300

Daycare owner released to house arrest despite death threats

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:23:47 -0300

Channel 13 reported that Mauda was provided with a security detail after threats were made on her person.

President Rivlin meets with political factions - WATCH LIVE

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:06:05 -0300

Who will receive the mandate to form a new government

Egyptian capital gripped by police presence after protests

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:03:04 -0300

Demonstrators in Cairo’s Tahrir Square and other cities have called for President Sisi to step down

No longer homeless: two statues find permanent home in regional museum

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:53:19 -0300

The finds were dated to the late Roman-early Byzantine period (third to fourth centuries CE), fascinating for the social flux which occurred then.

Spanish journalist sentenced to 7 years for fatal Jerusalem hit-and-run

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:49:06 -0300

Julio de la Guardia had 3 times the alcohol limit in his blood after he hit musician Chaim Tukachinsky last year; defendant also ordered to pay NIS 150,000 in compensation

Autumn Equinox 2019: The science behind the changing seasons

Gino Spocchia — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:35:39 -0300

Carter administration covered up clandestine Israeli nuclear test

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:35:00 -0300

It was the first report of an alleged Israeli nuclear test; no smoking gun connecting Israel to the 1979 event nor confirmation by official sources given; Carter: 'There was indication of nuclear explosion—either South Africa, Israel or nothing'

Likud said weighing not recommending anyone for PM so Gantz will get first shot

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:18:39 -0300

TV report says Netanyahu believes it will be easier for him to form government if Blue and White leader first fails to do so

Thomas Cook customers 'held hostage' in Tunisian resort amid fears the company's collapse could turn resorts into 'refugee camps'

Oliver Gill — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:13:05 -0300

Jewish Agency Chairman Isaac Herzog celebrates his 59th birthday

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:11:45 -0300

Herzog served in many positions in goverment before arriving at his current position at the Jewish Agency

Did the Carter administration cover up a 1979 Israeli nuclear test?

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:06:53 -0300

Noting Israeli accusations against Iran, Foreign Policy magazine slams 'humiliating role' US president allegedly played in hiding purported Israeli test from the world

Woman, 80, cleared of murdering husband was 'hung, drawn and quartered' by police, family say

Phoebe Southworth — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:06:25 -0300

Mavis Eccleston, 80, cleared of murdering husband was 'hung, drawn and quartered' by police, family say

Phoebe Southworth — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:06:25 -0300

Leaders of fringe ultra-Orthodox cult Lev Tahor requested asylum in Iran

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:53:20 -0300

Sect members swore allegiance to Khamenei last year, according to documents filed in US court ahead of kidnap, child abuse trial

Suspect held in arson attacks on three synagogues in central Israel

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:51:12 -0300

Indictment against 37-year-old Rosh Ha'ayin resident cites three attacks last month that damaged arks and several Torah scrolls

Trudeau’s blackface problem and casual antisemitism

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:43:33 -0300

While many claim Justin Trudeau's black face can be forgiven as a foolish act of the past, what exactly excuses him and condemns others?

Hong Kong protests descend into violence ahead of Communist China anniversary

Our Foreign Staff — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:32:37 -0300

Iran's president warns America to 'stay away' as it unveils long range missiles that could strike US bases

Josie Ensor — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:15:25 -0300

WeWork’s IPO backpaddling leaves Israel’s two largest banks at risk

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:14:17 -0300

Calcalist: WeWork, which initially intended to issue shares at a valuation of around $47 billion, has decided to back out of the IPO due to lukewarm investor interest

WeWork’s IPO backpedaling leaves Israel’s two largest banks at risk

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:14:17 -0300

Calcalist: WeWork, which initially intended to issue shares at a valuation of around $47 billion, has decided to back out of the IPO due to lukewarm investor interest

The day the Arabs saved Zionism

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:05:09 -0300

The Joint List’s surge is a leap toward fulfilling Herzl’s vision of a Jewish state as tolerant, inclusive and democratic

Airstrikes said to target Iran-backed militia base in Iraq

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:46:20 -0300

Popular Mobilization Force targets attacked for third time in a week; some have blamed Israel for strikes

Likud minister Tzachi Hanegbi vows to vote against new elections

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:35:43 -0300

Gantz, Netanyahu must find 'common ground,' he says; Likud's negotiator Ze'ev Elkin says leaders must begin unity talks 'without preconditions'

Father of 13-year-old gang rape victim says 'family's destroyed'

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:35:00 -0300

Police arrest 3 suspects after the teen claimed 4 of her schoolmates dragged her to the school's bomb shelter, tied her up, taped her mouth and took turns raping her while filming the ordeal; 'She doesn't eat or drink' says the father

Academics criticise traffic light 'safe space' badges at transgender conference

Phoebe Southworth — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:34:17 -0300

Netanyahu meets with Shas chief Deri before consultations with president

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Head of ultra-Orthodox party expected to give statement to the press ahead of talks with Rivlin on who should form the next government

Joint List to vote on recommending Gantz as PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Labor-Gesher electoral alliance says it'll recommend Blue and White chief form government; Deri: 'Shas will continue to be by Netanyahu’s side'

Labor-Gesher backs Gantz for PM; Shas, UTJ sticking with Netanyahu

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Joint List to vote on whether it'll recommend Blue and White party leader ahead of consultations with Rivlin; no official word from Liberman on whom he'll support

Liberman announces he won’t back either Netanyahu or Gantz for PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Yisrael Beytenu rules out PM because of his 'bloc' agreement with right-wing religious parties, says Gantz keeping open the option of coalition with ultra-Orthodox and Joint List

As Rivlin starts consultations, Liberman announces he won’t back anyone for PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Yisrael Beytenu head rules out Netanyahu because of his alliance with right-wing religious parties, says Gantz keeping open the option of coalition with ultra-Orthodox, Joint List

Joint List to recommend Gantz as prime minister

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:16:24 -0300

Predominantly Arab party's backing of Blue and White head gives him more recommendations than Netanyahu, but not enough for a majority after Liberman says he won't support anyone

Facebook buys Israeli startup to give better bot service to digital wallet users

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 08:08:40 -0300

News of Servicefriend acquisition first reported by TheMarker financial website; social media giant confirms, saying it acquires 'smaller tech companies from time to time'

'Howdy, Modi!' - Thousands, plus Trump, due at Texas rally honoring Modi

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:58:50 -0300

The event gives Modi, a nationalist facing international criticism over a recent crackdown in disputed Kashmir, a chance to energize his relationship with Indian-Americans.

All eyes on thee: 5 things to know for September 22

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:57:22 -0300

The apolitical president becomes a central political player as parties head to Rivlin’s residence for talks on who can break the logjam and form a government

Linoy Ashram qualifies for Olympics with all-around bronze at world championship

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:44:42 -0300

Israeli rhythmic gymnast snags a total of 6 medals throughout competition; Nicol Zelikman likewise to compete in Tokyo after finishing 11th

U.S. Special Envoy Jason Greenblatt meets President Rivlin

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:36:04 -0300

It is suspected that the not-yet-public details of the US peace plan might be relevant to the creation of a unity government.

Netanyahu, the end

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:31:18 -0300

On the overdue demise of a leader who turned power for his people into his only real ideal, and who confused their well-being with his own

Rivlin to present 'options the public hasn't even heard of' to form gov't

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:30:20 -0300

Harel Tobi explained that, according to Israeli law, the president has the option of giving the task of forming the government to the MK "with the highest chance" of succeeding.

Study: One-fifth of annual Israeli food waste occurs during High Holy Days

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:02:25 -0300

Food sales in Israel leading up to the holidays are estimated at NIS 7.5 billion ($2.1b.), of which around NIS 1.9b. ($538m.) is thrown away, according to the research.

Joint List of Arab parties meets ahead of Reuvin Rivlin meeting

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:02:19 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

'Dad, I was raped' - third teenager arrested in school gang-rape case

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 07:00:34 -0300

The alleged rape took place in a school shelter during recess.

Anti-Israel BDS founder denied entry to UK

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 06:53:00 -0300

Omar Barghouti had planned to attend Labour conference this weekend, speak at fringe grassroots event alongside Home Secretary Diane Abbott, union leader who once described claims of anti-Semitism in party as 'mood music'

Cassif spoke with Blue and White Party, 'we are committed to ousting Bibi'

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 06:52:53 -0300

"The important thing," he told 101.5 FM radio, "is that we are committed to remove Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from power."

In talks with party heads, Rivlin to float options ‘not yet heard by the public’

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 06:28:40 -0300

President's Residence director Harel Tubi says president will be deeply involved and will use his authority to try and prevent 3rd elections

Former soccer pro becomes rabbi: The story of Snir Gueta

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 06:04:44 -0300

“Struggling with the modern balance of today’s personal and professional lives, these motivational speeches help us to gain clarity,”

Iran has 'assured' FIFA that women can attend World Cup qualifier

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 06:02:22 -0300

"We have been assured, that as of the next international game of Iran, women will be allowed to enter football stadiums," he said.

Barak warns ‘opposite of liberal’ kingmaker Liberman angling to crown himself PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:44:58 -0300

Ahead of parties' consultations with Rivlin on picking next potential prime minister, former premier charges 'opportunist' Liberman is looking to take advantage of the chaos

Iran has 'assured' FIFA that women can attend qualifier

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:39:10 -0300

"We have been assured, that as of the next international game of Iran, women will be allowed to enter football stadiums," he said.

'Dad, I was raped' - third teenager arrested in gang school rape case

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:12:54 -0300

The alleged rape took place in a school shelter during recess.

U.S. hoping its security gamble with Turkey in Syria will pay off

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:11:03 -0300

On Saturday, the sixth aerial overflight by the US and Turkey took place in eastern Syria.

Trump slams U.S. media, ‘they’ve gone totally crazy’

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:06:41 -0300

Was Trump's phone call to Ukraine president congratulatory or more?

After US sends troops to Mideast, Rouhani warns foreign forces to ‘stay away’

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:04:10 -0300

Iranian president also says country will present peace plan at UN, while extending 'hand of friendship and brotherhood' to its neighbors

Will stress in the repo market abate?

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 05:00:27 -0300

Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead

Daycare owner released on house arrest despite death threats

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 04:46:17 -0300

Channel 13 reported that Mauda was provided with a security detail after threats were made on her person.

Joint List to present list of demands to Gantz in return for backing him as PM

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 04:42:37 -0300

Blue and White party has made no commitments yet to predominantly Arab alliance, which makes its recommendation to President Rivlin at 6:30 p.m. Sunday

Know Comment: 10 commandments for running Israel’s next government

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 04:40:12 -0300

There are two paths forward...

Israel's president to begin consultations on PM nomination

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 04:39:00 -0300

Rivlin is to kick-off consultations with the parties that captured seats in 120-member Knesset last week, with the Arab-dominated Joint List - the third largest faction behind Netanyahu's Likud and Gantz's Blue and White - expected to play a major role

Saudi Arabia says any attack launched from Iran, would be an act of war

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 04:35:52 -0300

"The Iranians have to know that there will be consequences to their actions."

Charged with helping Hamas, a Gazan aid worker says he’s being denied fair trial

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 03:40:08 -0300

In process that has dragged on for 3 years, attorney for World Vision staffer Mohammed Halabi contends Israel has repeatedly compromised his client's right to prove his innocence

Charged with helping Hamas, Gazan aid worker says he’s being denied a fair trial

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 03:40:08 -0300

In process that has dragged on for 3 years, attorney for World Vision staffer Mohammed Halabi contends Israel has repeatedly compromised his client's right to prove his innocence

UAE's first official synagogue to open in multi-faith complex in 2022

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 03:39:55 -0300

Other official non-Muslim places of worship in the country include Christian churches, a Hindu temple and a Sikh Gurdwara.

2 further suspects arrested after 13-year-old says she was gang raped at school

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 03:34:10 -0300

8th grader to undergo medical tests after filing complaint that during 10 day period, she was repeatedly assaulted and filmed in a school basement by several 11th and 12th graders

2 further suspects arrested after 13-year-old says she was gang-raped at school

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 03:34:10 -0300

8th-grader to undergo medical tests after filing complaint that she was repeatedly assaulted and filmed in a school basement by several 11th and 12th graders over 10-day period

Just several dozen alien hunters gather for ‘raid’ on Area 51

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:45:00 -0300

After millions marked on Facebook that they would attend storming of facility, long a subject of conspiracy theories, actual turnout disappoints

Just several dozen alien-hunters gather for ‘raid’ on Area 51

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:45:00 -0300

After millions marked on Facebook that they would attend storming of facility, long a subject of conspiracy theories, actual turnout disappoints

The intersection of Trump, Ukraine and a whistleblower

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:39:31 -0300

US president reportedly turned to Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in bid to piece together a corruption complaint against Joe Biden ahead of 2020 race

Pictures of the Day: 22 September 2019

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:32:00 -0300

Digital threats multiply ahead of 2020 US elections

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:08:23 -0300

Next round of elections expected to see more attempts at manipulating voters as well as assaults on aging voting machines, after widespread misinformation on social media in 2016

Rugby World Cup 2019: Tattooed fans risk being kicked out of Japan's public baths

Phoebe Southworth — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:00:00 -0300

Israel launches pilot Hebrew terminology course for Arab medical students

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:40:59 -0300

"Fluency in Hebrew is a crucial side to the [communication] between a patient and a physician."

Rivlin to begin consultations on tasking next prime minister

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:22:27 -0300

President has vowed to do what he can to prevent third election in a row, but neither Gantz nor Netanyahu have a clear path to a majority

Rivlin to begin consultations on tasking next PM to form government

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:22:27 -0300

President has vowed to do what he can to prevent third election in a row, but neither Gantz nor Netanyahu have a clear path to a majority

Rivlin today begins consultations on tasking next potential PM to form coalition

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:22:27 -0300

President has vowed to do what he can to prevent third election in a row, but neither Gantz nor Netanyahu have a clear path to a majority

Rivlin to begin consultations on tasking next potential PM to form coalition

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:22:27 -0300

President has vowed to do what he can to prevent third election in a row, but neither Gantz nor Netanyahu have a clear path to a majority

DNA testing for Judaism backed by State Attorney

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:04:42 -0300

The practice has caused public outrage, with some calling it institutional discrimination.

Israel lagging in efforts to halt deadly ‘superbugs’

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:56:01 -0300

India has just banned a ‘last-hope’ drug misused in livestock, and the WHO has launched a campaign against drug-resistant bacteria. But Israel isn’t doing very much.

Polls apart: Central Israel goes for Gantz while the south sticks with Netanyahu

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:48:21 -0300

Results highlight geographical polarization with some parts of the country giving a clear lead to Likud while others opting unequivocally for rival Blue and White

U.S. Christian hip hop artist Lecrae baptized in Jordan River

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:42:01 -0300

“Can’t be baptized in the Jordan River and make the same old music. This new album is gonna be special.”

U.S. Christian hip hop artist baptized in Jordan River

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:42:01 -0300

“Can’t be baptized in the Jordan River and make the same old music. This new album is gonna be special.”

Virgin Atlantic teams up with Barbie

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:27:22 -0300

"By working with Barbie, it allows us to speak directly to our future generation of aviation workers, whether they aspire to be cabin crew, engineers or pilots."

Palestinians in bid to secure renewal of UNRWA mandate

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:05:17 -0300

PA urges donors to honor financial obligations to Palestinians.

US Ambassador to the UN: 'Israel will have no better friend than myself'

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 23:00:19 -0300

New UN Ambassador Kelly Craft, who replaced Nikki Haley – a staunch supporter of Israel, made it clear that she would act the same way.

Ayman Odeh: Netanyahu cannot be defeated without Arab citizens

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 22:55:50 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

Final inning: Team Israel Olympics bound?

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 22:43:42 -0300

A fourth win will ensure Israel a historic place in the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Iran’s IRGC: We will 'hit anyone who violates our borders'

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 22:29:40 -0300

Salami is a key figure in Iran and the IRGC is Iran’s leader in drone technology. He made the speech during an exhibition of US drones that have been downed by Iran.

Hundreds of protestors demand Iranian militias leave east Syria

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 22:24:22 -0300

The protestors also called for the international coalition and the Syrian Democratic Forces to take control of the area.

Netanyahu met with Jason Greenblatt to discuss "Deal of the Century"

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 22:08:11 -0300

Although Greenblatt reportedly also meet Blue and White leader Benny Gantz, this was denied by the party.

Exiled Egyptian calls for million-man march, as anti-Sisi protests erupt

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 21:52:52 -0300

"People...were looking for some kind of a spark, and Mohamed Ali has given that to them."

U.S. military unit apologizes for threatening youth with stealth bomber

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 21:12:11 -0300

Alongside a photo of military men and women standing at attention in uniform in front of a B-2 stealth bomber, it read, "The last thing #Millennials will see if they attempt the #area51raid today."

U.S. military apologizes for threatening youth

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 21:12:11 -0300

Alongside a photo of military men and women standing at attention in uniform in front of a B-2 stealth bomber, it read, "The last thing #Millennials will see if they attempt the #area51raid today."

Trump heads to UN with long list of deals he’s yet to close

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:51:09 -0300

The US president has vowed progress on Israel and the Palestinians, Iran, Afghanistan, North Korea and numerous trade deals. Some efforts are inching forward. Others have stalled

Murder hunt after 15-year-old boy stabbed to death in skate park

Telegraph Reporters — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:27:36 -0300

Anti-Sissi protesters clash with security forces in Suez

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:26:22 -0300

First major demonstrations since 2011 revolution come on the back of online call by Mohamed Aly, a disgruntled exiled Egyptian businessman, demanding strongman president be toppled

As Putin cracks down on democracy, Russian Jews increasingly moving to Israel

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 20:07:27 -0300

'The Putin aliyah'? Immigration hits highs not seen since the early 2000s, as the Jewish state is seen as a haven from economic woes, crime, and rising illiberalism

First cannabis-friendly cafe opens in Israel

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 19:29:33 -0300

Since legalizing medical use of marijuana in the early 1990s, Israel has had the most lenient cannabis laws in the Middle East.

Syrian army sends reinforcements to Israeli border - report

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 19:08:12 -0300

Arab media reported in September that the Lebanese Hezbollah terrorist group was attempting to bring the Quneitra area located along the Israel-Syria border under its full control.

Balad said opposed to endorsing Gantz amid bid to woo Joint List in secret talks

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 18:57:54 -0300

Blue and White reportedly offered to ease tough law on illegal building, but Arab alliance has wider demands; 10 out of 13 Joint List MKs said to favor recommending Gantz

Dozens arrested in Egypt after rare anti-Sissi protests

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 18:42:54 -0300

First major demonstrations since 2011 revolution come on the back of online call by Mohamed Aly, a disgruntled exiled Egyptian businessman, demanding strongman president be toppled

6 Palestinians injured in clashes with IDF in northern West Bank - report

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:53:18 -0300

The injuries were caused by live fire, rubber-coated bullets and tear gas fired by IDF forces.

Greek police make arrest in 1985 Hezbollah hijacking of TWA Flight 847

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:45:02 -0300

Lebanese citizen, named by local outlets as convicted terrorist Mohammed Ali Hammadi, nabbed for commandeering plane in bid to release 700 Shi'ite Muslims from Israeli custody

Build commuter villages near train stations in green belt to solve housing crisis, Government told

Charles Hymas — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:30:00 -0300

Iceland fined for Eurovision pro-Palestinian protest at Tel Aviv final

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:15:09 -0300

Provocative group Hatari had brandished scarves with Palestinian flags even though singing contest bars political gestures

Iceland fined for pro-Palestinian protest at Eurovision song contest in Tel Aviv

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:15:09 -0300

Its entrant, Hatari, brandished scarves with Palestinian flags even though competition bars political gestures

Charles Bronfman Prize recipient shares his story in New York

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 17:11:07 -0300

The idea for Gastromotiva came from Hertz’s desire to connect to people and places and “the opportunity to give people dignity and use food as a universal language,” he said.

Call to destroy Israel at Islamist conference in Ankara

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:31:35 -0300

Islamists also urged BDS against the Jewish state

Police arrest suspect after 13-year-old alleges she was gang raped at school

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:29:00 -0300

8th grader files complaint that during 10 day period, she was repeatedly assaulted and filmed in a school basement in southern Israel by several 11th and 12th graders

Israel: Wounded Netanyahu in desperate battle for political survival after poll blow

Oliver Holmes — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:16:00 -0300

Israel’s president to meet PM and opposition leader Benny Gantz in bid to resolve election stalemate

Israel’s president is set to begin two days of consultations with political parties after a deadlocked election last week plunged the country into uncertainty over who will lead the next government.

Near-final results from Tuesday’s poll showed the opposition chief, Benny Gantz, marginally ahead of the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, with his Blue and White party taking 33 seats out of parliament’s 120. The ruling Likud party has 31.

Deaths of five women with eating disorders linked by coroner amid growing anorexia crisis in UK

Victoria Ward — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:09:21 -0300

Gantz on verge of getting more recommendations

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:08:47 -0300

Rivlin to begin consulting with parties today • Joint List seriously considers Blue and White leader

Is ‘Seinfeld’ still ‘fresh’ in 2019, like Netflix says it is?

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 16:04:36 -0300

It was plausible that all the characters were Jewish, but their Jewishness was also deniable. That’s so 1990s.

IDF says armed drone captured by Syria near Golan was Iranian, not Israeli

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 15:55:42 -0300

A military spokesman blames IRGC General Soleimani and notes incident occurs in same area where Israel foiled Iranian drone attack last month

Actor says he needed therapy after delving into mind of Rabin’s killer

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 15:39:58 -0300

Yehuda Nahari plays Yigal Amir in ‘Incitement,’ which depicts the assassination for the first time through the eyes of the ultra-nationalist serving life in prison

Graduate accused of stealing £600,000 from Heinz in customer billing scam

Sarah Limbrick — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 15:30:00 -0300

US to send weapons and troops to Saudi Arabia

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 15:29:37 -0300

Donald Trump orders ‘defensive’ deployment to boost air defences following Riyadh request

Hold the plan

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 15:23:23 -0300

Israel enjoying resurgence of agri-food tech innovation

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 14:22:38 -0300

Over 350 hi-tech firms operate in the agri-food field, with approximately one-third established during the past five years.

Tunisia ex-president Ben Ali buried in Medina

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 14:16:36 -0300

Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, 83, was first leader to be toppled by Arab Spring, viewed as bulwark against Islamist extremism, but muzzled opposition and shunned democracy

U.S. hoping its security mechanism gamble in Syria will pay off - analysis

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 14:01:54 -0300

On Saturday, the sixth aerial overflight by the US and Turkey took place in eastern Syria.

UK’s Labour Party in turmoil as vote to oust deputy ditched

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:41:27 -0300

Far-left Corbyn supporters want to oust moderate Tom Watson, who has expressed opposition to Brexit and support for second referendum

UK’s Labour Party in turmoil as move to oust Corbyn’s moderate deputy fails

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:41:27 -0300

Far-left Corbyn supporters tried to cancel post held by moderate Tom Watson, who has expressed opposition to Brexit and support for second referendum

Canadian social media influencer fights hate, erases antisemitic graffiti

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:37:21 -0300

Corey Fleischer finds hateful graffiti and uses whatever he has on hand, from a power washer to some nail polish remover, to erase it.

Thomas Cook customers and staff bracing themselves for dire company future

Oliver Gill — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:21:54 -0300

Joint List meets, fails to decide on recommending Gantz for prime minister

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:12:34 -0300

Arab parties have not recommended a mainstream Zionist politician since Rabin in 1992; party wants commitment on repealing Jewish nation-state law, condition for Arabs

Joint List won’t join coalition, but delays decision on endorsing Gantz for PM

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:12:34 -0300

Arab parties have not recommended a mainstream Zionist politician since Rabin in 1992; party wants commitment on repealing Jewish nation-state law, improved conditions for Arabs

Joint List fails to reach decision on whether to recommend Gantz for PM

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:12:34 -0300

Arab parties have not endorsed a mainstream Zionist politician since Rabin in 1992; it wants pledge from Blue and White on repealing nation-state law, improved conditions for Arabs

Joint List of Arab parties seen leaning toward recommending Gantz for PM

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:12:34 -0300

10 of 13 MKs said in favor after hours of talks; Arab parties have not endorsed a mainstream leader since Rabin in 1992; Odeh: 'Without our backing, Netanyahu cannot be defeated'

Donald Trump accuses Democrats of launching 'Ukraine Witch Hunt'

Nick Allen — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:11:08 -0300

Row after revelation Jeremy Corbyn signed document accusing Israel of genocide

Patrick Sawer — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 13:00:00 -0300

Is ‘Seinfeld’ still ‘fresh’ in 2019? Netflix says it is.

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:41:52 -0300

30 years after its debut, Netflix is betting big on the timeless appeal of the TV show that yada, yada, yada’d its way into America’s hearts.

Haifa man dies of fall from balcony in apparent botched burglary

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:37:31 -0300

Police say it appears man in his 40s broke into apartment and tried to flee when surprised by a resident of the building; fell from third floor

Columbia U. to host antisemitic Malaysian PM

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:36:16 -0300

93-year-old Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has a history of making antisemitic statements.

Balloons and lanterns causing 'sky-tipping' in Anglesey, putting wildlife at risk

Izzy Lyons — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:32:20 -0300

The ancient Aztec ballgame saving Mexicans from life of crime and drugs

Our Foreign Staff — Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:31:03 -0300

The first Austrian to be sent to Auschwitz dies at age 106

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 12:23:14 -0300

"I must have spoken to around half a million people all in all," Marko Feingold, who survived four death camps, told AFP.

In breakaway Transnistria, the few Jews left eye an escape

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 11:53:48 -0300

Jews in disputed sliver of land in Eastern Europe say that while freedom of worship is assured and anti-Semitism is marginal, many still want to leave for economic reasons

2 shot dead within hours as gun violence spikes in Arab Israeli towns

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 11:39:29 -0300

Murders of Edib Dirawi and Iyad Badir are third and fourth killings in a week; Joint List head vows to make fight on crime in Arab communities top priority for next government