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Fire breaks out after pipe malfunction at Haifa petrochemical plants
Fire and rescue services have gained control of the flames and the plant has paused the supply of fuel to the facility.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 12:43:08 PM
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Germany calls Russian entry bans against eight EU citizens unfounded
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 12:20:00 AM
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WHO gives emergency use listing to Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna announced this week an expansion plan for its production network to boost its capacity to up to 3 billion doses in 2022.
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 12:27:24 AM
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Biden bans most travel to US from India to limit COVID-19 spread
The proclamation said India "accounts for over one-third of new global cases" and added that "proactive measures are required to protect the nation's public health from travelers entering from India"
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 12:57:12 AM
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More than 90 people found in Houston home in suspected smuggling case
The 90 victims, all but roughly five of them men, were removed from the house and given food and water
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:02:46 AM
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Prime Minister Netanyahu donates blood for victims of Mt. Meron
"Like many of the citizens of Israel, I came to donate blood as an act of identification with the wounded and as an act of identification with the terrible tragedy that happened here," he said.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 1:07:01 PM
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Brazil authorizes production of active ingredient for AstraZeneca vaccine
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 2:20:09 AM
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Did Sean Hannity use an antisemitic trope in 'Bolshevik Bernie' tweet?
In far-right politics, the antisemitic canards of "Jewish Bolshevism" and "Jewish Communism" are catchwords falsely asserting that communism is a Jewish conspiracy.
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
5/2/2021 1:53:09 PM
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Trudeau says he learned of deaths of two Canadians that were at Mt. Meron
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:34:52 AM
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Rio de Janeiro governor impeachment confirmed on alleged COVID-19 graft
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:37:15 AM
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Next major war will be 'very different,' US defense secretary says
Austin called for harnessing technological advances and better integrating military operations globally to "understand faster, decide faster and act faster"
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:43:14 AM
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Warrant for Giuliani's phones and computers finds contacts with others
Agents seized more than 10 cell phones and computers from Giuliani's Manhattan apartment and office in raids on Wednesday
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 4:00:30 AM
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Israeli company develops new technology that can destroy cancerous tumors
The developer, IceCure, has several staff members who are graduates of the Technion – the Israel Institute of Technology.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 1:22:07 PM
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Soccer-German FA boss apologizes for Nazi reference to vice president
“With my remark during the board meeting last Friday towards my first vice president Rainer Koch I committed a grave mistake,” Keller said in a statement.
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 4:14:08 AM
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Berlin bans annual Al-Quds march that protests Israel
Jewish and pro-Israel groups have tried for years to have the march banned as a purely anti-Semitic demonstration. It is illegal in Germany to call for the destruction of Israel.
By TOBY AXELROD/JTA \
5/1/2021 4:47:47 AM
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Rav Kav travel cards to be reinstated for east Jerusalem residents
Residents of east Jerusalem have not been able to use Rav Kav cards since the beginning of 2020 after then-transportation minister Bezalel Smotrich announced an expected year-long pause.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 1:26:08 PM
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At least 6 Americans, including 3 teens, among victims in Meron disaster
Yosef Amram Tauber, 19, of Monsey, was a student at the Brisk yeshiva. A relative said that he left for Israel to attend the yeshiva “for the first time last week.”
By STEWART AIN/JTA \
5/4/2021 11:57:15 AM
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French Jews on why they protest over Sarah Halimi, in their own words
Following the protests, the Jewish Telegraphic Agency spoke to multiple French Jews, asking them in interviews to share their thoughts and impressions from the situation on the ground.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:17:48 AM
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Paris to name a street for Sarah Halimi
The street will be in the 4th District, also known as the Marais, which before the Holocaust was the heart of Jewish life in Paris
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:25:19 AM
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University head accused of antisemitism was subjected to racism - NAACP
Davis invited the NAACP to investigate whether he was subject to racist treatment after he was accused both of antisemitism as well as sexual assault.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:27:04 AM
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British Labour Party suspends 14 members over alleged antisemitism
Spokespeople for Labour and the Conservatives said the suspensions were part of the policy of zero tolerance toward antisemitic rhetoric in their ranks.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:38:46 AM
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First Jew of color to lead American Jewish museum resigns, cites racism
Moyo is publicly accusing the board of dysfunction fueled by racism and sexism — and the board is threatening to sue her for allegedly leaking private information.
By ASAF SHALEV/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:45:21 AM
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Idaho and West Virginia pass anti-Israel boycott laws
Idaho’s Anti-Boycott Against Israel Act states that public entities cannot do business over a total of $100,000 with companies that do not expressly oppose the BDS movement
By GABE FRIEDMAN/JTA \
5/1/2021 5:49:32 AM
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Jewish principals struggle to celebrate Lag Ba’omer amid Meron tragedy
“Tragedy and happiness can live side by side, although that’s a difficult balance,” said Tamar Cytryn, director of Jewish studies and campus life at Chicago Jewish Day School.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
5/1/2021 8:00:56 AM
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Japan hit with 6.6 magnitude earthquake
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 6:14:33 AM
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Jewish billionaire, philanthropist Eli Broad dies at 87
Broad passed away at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles following a long illness
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 6:23:38 AM
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Spielberg’s new foundation announces first 10 Jewish documentaries
The 10 projects received a total of $225,000 from Spielberg’s Righteous Persons Foundation and the Maimonides Fund, with extra help from the Jim Joseph Foundation.
By GABE FRIEDMAN/JTA \
5/1/2021 6:25:43 AM
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180 tours of Jerusalem to be offered for Jerusalem Day
All tours will be offered for the price of NIS 10 per participant and many of the tours are appropriate for children and those with disabilities.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/4/2021 12:00:40 PM
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Esmé Bianco claims Marilyn Manson used Nazi weapons on her in rape lawsuit
Esmé Bianco has sued both Marilyn Manson and his former manager for sexual assault, sexual battery and human trafficking after claiming Manson had used a Nazi-owned whip and knife on her.
By TAMAR URIEL-BEERI \
5/1/2021 9:00:41 AM
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After Meron tragedy: How to survive a crowd crush
While there is “no golden rule," there are best practices for surviving a stampede.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
5/2/2021 3:29:26 AM
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Mount Meron: Seriously injured 11-year-old's condition improves
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 10:42:03 AM
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Earthquake shakes buildings in Panama City
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 10:04:19 AM
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India's daily COVID-19 cases pass 400,000 as second wave worsens
This is the first time India's daily case count had topped 400,000 after 10 consecutive days over 300,000. Deaths from COVID-19 jumped by 3,523 over the past 24 hours.
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 10:13:18 AM
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UConn student arrested, charged with antisemitic hate crime
The student, who investigators saw wearing a ring with a symbol used by the Nazi regime, eventually confessed to the crime expressing dislike of "certain Orthodox Jewish traditions."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 11:52:47 AM
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Ronald S. Lauder sends condolences to Rivlin following Mount Meron tragedy
Ronald S. Lauder, President of the World Jewish Congress, sent his "heartfelt sympathies" to Israel's President Reuven Rivlin in a letter on Saturday.
By RONALD S. LAUDER \
5/1/2021 11:24:51 AM
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After Mt. Meron: Anti-Netanyahu protesters to hold 'silent fury' vigil
"Government corruption and the alliance between the accused [Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu] and ultra-Orthodox political parties that allowed for the event cost human lives."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 12:54:57 PM
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Holy Fire ceremony at Church of Holy Sepulchre draws crowds in Jerusalem
With Jerusalem under lockdown last year's Holy Fire ceremony was held in the near-empty church that is revered by Christians as the site of Jesus's crucifixion, burial and resurrection.
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:03:57 PM
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Jewish domestic violence survivors in US lacking support - study
The coronavirus pandemic caused spikes in domestic violence around the world, emphasizing the need for solutions for survivors.
By EVE YOUNG \
5/1/2021 3:36:04 PM
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Mount Meron disaster: Thousands donate blood for victims
The public was asked to donate blood at special MDA stations set up across the country following the disaster. Within a few hours, crowds gathered and Israelis donated thousands of units.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 8:44:16 PM
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Mount Meron disaster solidarity emphasizes importance of Abraham Accords
In contrast to the hatred on Al-Jazeera, where commenters said they were happy to see Israelis die, the message from the UAE, Bahrain and other countries was to express remorse.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
5/1/2021 10:02:38 PM
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Iranian families slam Zarif for slandering Soleimani
Audio of Zarif giving an interview in which he slammed Soleimani and appeared to suggest the IRGC had undermined him has led to controversy.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
5/2/2021 6:04:55 PM
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US Senators urge tougher stance on Turkey’s human rights abuses
Turkey has established a new military base in Iraq and Turkish-backed extremists in Syria continue to threaten Kurds, Yazidis and Christians.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
5/2/2021 6:15:34 PM
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Kurdistan Region calls for unity against ISIS threats
ISIS attacked Kurdish Peshmerga fighters near Pirde in Iraq overnight.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
5/1/2021 3:17:49 PM
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Indian scientists flag virus mutations that could 'evade immune response'
However the advisers said while they were flagging the mutations, there was no reason currently to believe they were expanding or could be dangerous.
By REUTERS \
5/1/2021 3:20:52 PM
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Jewish Spain: 2,000 years of heritage and counting
The Golden Age of Spanish Jewry saw great poets, authors, astronomers, physicians and religious scholars. In most cases, there is little to see today of this great past.
By DAVID ZEV HARRIS AND MARK GORDON \
5/4/2021 6:04:47 PM
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Tel Aviv’s pioneering boutique Hotel Montefiore is back
Twelve years ago, the Montefiore Hotel became the first boutique hotel in the city that doesn’t sleep. The past year saw it struggling to survive but now the hotel and its iconic restaurant are back.
By ARIEH O’SULLIVAN \
5/3/2021 2:01:15 PM
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Following Meron tragedy, 5 ways to cope
Plus, how to contact the man non-profit organizations, health funds and hospitals that are available to provide support.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 6:50:36 PM
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Abbas’s decision to delay elections sparks public outcry
Abbas’s political opponents condemned the decision as a “big catastrophe” and called on the PA president to proceed with the elections.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
5/1/2021 9:02:16 PM
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Taly's Travel: Springing into action in northern Israel
As Israel started opening up, we headed up North to see what we could find. With such beautiful landscapes, why bother going abroad?!
By TALY SHARON \
5/1/2021 4:41:59 PM
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Will Abbas survive the elections crisis?
The controversy over the Jerusalem vote provided Abbas with a good excuse to call off the elections. There's nothing better than blaming Israel for obstructing the planned elections.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
5/1/2021 9:59:26 PM
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Will intifada start if Israel opposes Iran deal? - opinion
As the number and severity of Palestinian and Iranian attacks against Israel increase, US President Joe Biden moves quickly to restore former president Barack Obama's Iran nuclear deal.
By REED D. RUBINSTEIN \
5/2/2021 3:59:34 PM
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What Israel missed by ignoring the J Street conference - opinion
The Israeli government and public are unaware of the change in US attitudes toward Israel, especially in the American Jewish community. The lack of attention in Israel towards J Street proves this.
By NADAV TAMIR \
5/1/2021 5:32:28 PM
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Injustices for French Jews make the case for aliyah - opinion
France is home to the world’s third-largest Jewish population, at around 500,000. But with rising antisemitism across the country, it is no surprise that French Jews are packing up and leaving.
By BEN STONE \
5/1/2021 7:16:56 PM
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Iran expects sanctions on banks, oil to be lifted based on nuclear talks
US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said on Friday the talks were in "an unclear place," meaning it was uncertain whether they would lead to an agreement.
By REUTERS,TOVAH LAZAROFF \
5/1/2021 10:33:51 PM
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Will Biden sacrifice Israel over Iran? - opinion
The Biden administration might be prepared to sacrifice a strong strategic alliance with Israel if it were to oppose the US return to the Iran deal.
By SALEM ALKETBI \
5/1/2021 7:17:15 PM
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Stop asking if my kids are happy, there's more to life than that - Opinion
Whereas acts of sadness, grief, and mourning tend to be more specific and delineated, Judaism really has no concrete guidelines on how to be happy – it depends on the nature of each individual.
By KEN GRUBER \
5/1/2021 6:33:57 PM
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Right-wing protests hold growing appeal for ultra-Orthodox men - opinion
Though this handful of demonstrators is not representative of ultra-Orthodox society as a whole, it reflects a growing trend among young ultra-Orthodox men who find an outlet in right-wing protests.
By ASAF MALCHI \
5/1/2021 7:15:37 PM
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I have three children. But the Jewish community is my fourth
We give our three children enormous love and energy and guidance, and at the same time, we also discuss the fourth child that we nurture and guide alongside them: the Jewish community.
By ELISA PALTER \
5/1/2021 6:57:31 PM
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Grapevine, May 2, 2021: Stranger than fiction
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
5/1/2021 7:14:46 PM
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Israel needs a Diaspora Affairs Ministry and Diaspora Jewry needs Israel
An office dedicated to the Jews of the world sends a message to those Jews that Israel cares about them and that they have an address to come to discuss issues that concern them.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
5/1/2021 7:37:48 PM
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Coronavirus affected by warm temperatures, may follow a seasonal path - study
Countries across the world should experience a drop in positive coronavirus cases during the summer months, and a resurgence when the colder weather reemerges, the researchers claimed.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
5/1/2021 8:13:52 PM
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Ohana on Mt. Meron tragedy: I will stand up and take responsibility
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 9:27:57 PM
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IDF: Female soldiers who came to rescue in Meron were attacked
The female soldiers, who came to rescue and evacuate those who were wounded, were attacked verbally and physically.
By UDI SHAHAM \
5/1/2021 11:31:13 PM
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Police, health officials warned of Meron disaster just weeks before
“We need to close the holy site and limit the number of people.”
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 10:37:39 PM
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Calls grow for state commission of inquiry into Meron disaster
Whether or not a state commission of inquiry will be formed could depend on who the prime minister is in the coming weeks or months.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
5/1/2021 11:37:03 PM
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Flags at Israeli embassies stand at half-mast to honor Meron stampede victims
On Sunday, Israel will hold a national day of mourning for the victims, and flags will be placed at half-mast around the country as the country exits Shabbat.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 9:37:02 PM
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Coalition talks, protests canceled due to Mt. Meron tragedy
The marathon of coalition negotiations that had been expected to take place over the weekend did not happen, due to Thursday night's tragedy at Mount Meron.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
5/2/2021 2:49:40 AM
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Protests break out over delay in releasing bodies of Meron victims
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/2/2021 1:54:31 AM
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Biden met with Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen at White House on Friday
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/1/2021 10:40:15 PM
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Jerusalem, Tel Aviv light up in solidarity with Mount Meron victims
Mayor of Jerusalem Moshe Lion addressed the families of Mount Meron victims as Jerusalem's Old City walls lit up in solidarity.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/2/2021 3:48:41 PM
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Mount Meron victims' funerals: 'Heaven gives no answers to tragedies'
22 funerals were held throughout the night as Israel begins national day of mourning for Mount Meron Lag Ba'omer stampede.
By JEREMY SHARON \
5/2/2021 7:14:09 AM