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Biden to block Trump's plan to lift COVID-19 European travel restrictions
Soon after Trump's order was made public, Biden spokeswoman Jen Psaki tweeted "on the advice of our medical team, the Administration does not intend to lift these restrictions on 1/26."
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 3:06:30 AM
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Morocco reports first case of new coronavirus variant
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 1:09:09 AM
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Technion offers new scholarship for cannabis entrepreneurship course
The 40-hour course has eight weekly five-hour evening sessions and is intended for entrepreneurs, doctors, investors, researchers, pharmaceutical employees, agricultural experts and academics.
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
1/19/2021 1:43:09 PM
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Alleged US airstrike was ISIS attack on power lines: Iraqi officials
While pro-Iran media claimed the explosions were caused by US airstrikes, Iraqi officials have confirmed that the incident was an ISIS attack on infrastructure.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
1/19/2021 10:25:16 AM
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Japan suicides jump 16% in COVID-19 2nd wave after fall in 1st wave -study
The July-October suicide rate rose 16% from the same period a year earlier, a stark reversal of the February-June decline of 14%.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 2:19:39 AM
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Qatar's FM wants Gulf Arab nations to talk with Iran - report
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 2:36:27 AM
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US Senator Hawley finds new publisher after Capitol attack backlash
The book titled "The Tyranny of Big Tech" is critical of big tech corporations including Google and Facebook.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 4:03:31 AM
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Holocaust scholars sued for suggesting mayor who saved Jew helped kill 22
The late mayor, Edward Malinowski, was acquitted in a trial after World War II of collaborating with Nazis in the town of Malinowo
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
1/20/2021 1:50:22 PM
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Trump orders assessment of security risks of Chinese drones
Trump directed all US agencies to outline the security risks posed to the existing government drone fleet from drones built by Chinese companies.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 4:27:40 AM
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Jewish groups urge quick confirmation for Biden Homeland security nominee
The Anti-Defamation League endorsed Mayorkas, also citing the urgency of the recent rise in extremist violence and singling out the deadly Jan. 6 riots at the Capitol.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
1/19/2021 4:08:36 AM
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Argentina: Magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes San Juan Province - report
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 5:18:11 AM
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Former IDF paratrooper wins about $1 million in poker
Herzog credits much of his success to his military service, where he spent three years as a paratrooper.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 1:08:05 PM
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Trump clemency likely for Lil Wayne, no pardons for Giuliani or Bannon
Trump is expected to issue more than 100 pardons and commutations on his last full day in office.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 6:07:52 AM
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Israeli novel becomes first to be translated into Arabic in Morocco
"As a Moroccan Jew, I have come to realize a dream: that my works are read in my hometown is a source of great personal pride" • "there is yearning for the old times when Jews and Moslems coexisted"
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 12:01:06 PM
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Coronavirus vaccines: Israel inoculates 186,000 people in one day
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 7:00:31 AM
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Executions plunge 85% in 2020 as Saudi Arabia halts drug-related sentences
Questions about death-penalty reforms remain.
By TARA KAVALER/THE MEDIA LINE \
1/19/2021 8:27:38 AM
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Jerusalem, Dubai, Barcelona look to travel tech to save tourism industry
Group of cities, which also includes Johannesburg, Lisbon and Paris, launches international forum aimed at reviving global tourism sector.
By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE \
1/19/2021 8:28:17 AM
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Palestinians due to receive first batch of Russian vaccines on Tuesday
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 2:51:28 PM
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Kinneret rises by 4.5 cm, to 1.05 meters below the upper red line
Further rainfall and snowfall is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
1/19/2021 10:45:33 AM
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Trump to add 244 names to 'American Heroes' garden before leaving office
Many prominent American Jews were also included in the list.
By CODY LEVINE \
1/19/2021 12:11:47 PM
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El Al subsidiary to stop operating on Shabbat and holidays - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 8:52:33 AM
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Coronavirus in Israel: Record 10,021 new cases, 10.2% tests positive
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 8:56:11 AM
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Almost 40% of Israelis think Capitol riot could occur in Israel - poll
The Darkenu movement also asked additional related questions on the topic of political assassinations in Israel.
By CODY LEVINE \
1/19/2021 10:39:39 AM
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Coronavirus in Israel: Cabinet extends lockdown until the end of January
Over 10,000 new cases recorded in 24 hours * Death toll stands at 4,080
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
1/20/2021 1:49:21 PM
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Mariia Tsegelnyk Discloses Her Coveted Secret to Success
The institutor of “The Light of Healing”, Mariia Tsegelnyk, shares the motto that kept her driven through the tough times and helped her become a renowned spiritual healer.
By Leo Giosuè \
1/19/2021 9:51:17 AM
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Coronavirus in Israel: 138,386 new job seekers since start of lockdown
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 9:52:08 AM
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Musician Charlie Kramer Hosts Virtual ‘Singing in the Dark’
Participants will actually see each other on Zoom first, before turning off their videos and then lying on the floor for the 45-minute experience.
By KELLY HARTOG \
1/19/2021 10:02:34 AM
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How to smartly re-use content with an Instagram video downloader
By PAUL LITMAN \
1/19/2021 5:06:54 PM
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Health funds to begin vaccinating pregnant women on Wednesday
At least 10 women are in serious condition * Schneider Children’s Hospital rabbi: ‘These babies did nothing wrong’
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 10:01:44 PM
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Medical experts call for pregnant women to get COVID-19 vaccine
At least nine women were hospitalized with the virus and there have been several premature cesarean deliveries in recent days by women who required intubation.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 10:21:20 AM
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Justin Owens, the 34-year-old entrepreneur who leads by example
By SARAH GOLDMAN \
1/19/2021 10:32:53 AM
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Coronavirus vaccine campaign expands to Israelis 40-years-old and up
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 11:51:02 AM
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Efsharibari program working to combat health effects of COVID lockdowns
Some 54 local authorities, including about five million residents, were participating in the Efsharibari in the City program as of January 2021.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 11:15:42 AM
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Vast majority of Israelis say social media discourse is violent - poll
Two-thirds believe online discourse has become more radicalized since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.
By CODY LEVINE \
1/19/2021 12:41:09 PM
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Cyberattacks could disable Israeli academic institutions: INCD
The warning comes after a cyberattack targeted Ben-Gurion University earlier in January.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
1/19/2021 1:00:14 PM
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Rumors of an airstrike in Iraq come amid Iran tensions
Claims that the US struck Iranian-backed militias were at the heart of the rumors.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
1/19/2021 3:49:53 PM
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Normalization with Israel - Why it is good for Africa
2020 ended on a high note for Arab countries and Israel. After a decades-long break, a new era of cooperation and mutual understanding is ready to begin.
By HAKIM ARIF \
1/19/2021 3:03:25 PM
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Gantz: Wide-scale settler outpost legalization 'irresponsible'
The defense minister spoke amid a push by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to place the issue on the government's agenda.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
1/19/2021 2:26:21 PM
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Third time's the charm? Another Israeli receives COVID vaccine overdose
The incident comes less than a week after a 67-year-old woman from Jerusalem received five doses of the Pfizer vaccine in one inoculation.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 8:17:53 PM
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Building an Amazon store, for 'normal' Israelis
A lot of people dream of setting up a store on Amazon, but it is a lot more difficult than it looks.
By ZEV STUB \
1/19/2021 5:56:30 PM
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Dizengoff Center to grant 'green passports' to visitors as protest
As part of the joke, visitors to the mall will receive the 'passport' that will allow them to enter all shops.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 4:44:46 PM
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Mother of ZAKA founder and chairman succumbs to coronavirus
Sara Zisl Meshi Zahav, 81, died on Monday.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
1/19/2021 4:37:33 PM
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Kurds in Syria could also be reconciling as new US admin take shape
The US Embassy in Syria tweeted on January 15 that it supported the ongoing Syrian intra-Kurdish dialogue and looked forward to its continued progress.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
1/19/2021 1:54:08 PM
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Coronavirus variants continue to complicate efforts to fight outbreaks
One person returning to Israel from the UK infected 20-30 people, creating a rapid infection chain that resulted in over 700 confirmed infections • vaccinated people may still have to quarantine
By TZVI JOFFRE \
1/19/2021 4:59:36 PM
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The Israel-related issues on Biden’s agenda - analysis
Israelis will likely be in somewhat of a holding position with the US on a wide range of issues, to see how things will change – or remain the same.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
1/19/2021 10:12:22 PM
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Israeli woman gives birth to twins in bathroom overnight
"It was an interesting experience," the new mother said.
By CODY LEVINE \
1/19/2021 4:42:44 PM
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Itzik Shmuli rules out run for Labor leadership, leaving party
Yaron Zelekha running with three professors.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 9:06:31 PM
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In blow to Netanyahu, settler leader leaves Likud for New Hope Party
Elhayani: Netanyahu rejected Likud values; New Hope the home for those who believe in a Likud with the values of Begin and Shamir.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
1/19/2021 6:30:51 PM
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Netanyahu opens coronavirus cabinet meeting calling for lockdown extension
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 3:26:08 PM
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Iran’s paratroopers drill with old American C-130s
Iran has been showcasing missiles, drones and naval ships in recent weeks, seeking to show off its capabilities on the eve of the incoming Biden administration.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
1/19/2021 6:02:48 PM
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Coronavirus: 30-40% of infected Israelis have the UK strain - Nachman Ash
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 3:48:20 PM
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European countries struggle to make most of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 3:46:04 PM
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US State Department cuts ties with IRW due to antisemitism allegations
Israel has designated IRW as a supporter of terrorist organizations.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 4:23:49 PM
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Biden taps Rachel Levine, first trans person as assistant Health Sec.
The pick of Pennsylvania's top health official for a critical role during the raging COVID-19 pandemic continues Biden's pattern of selecting a historically diverse slate of leaders.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 4:01:49 PM
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COVID-19: Russia's Sputnik V vaccine gets int'l scientific advisory board
The board consists of leading scientists and experts from 9 countries around the world, who are leaders in the fields of biotechnology, genetics, virology and microbiology.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 4:32:21 PM
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Gantz asks ultra-Orthodox MKs to let Netanyahu enforce restrictions
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 4:39:37 PM
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US Federal Housing Finance Agency extends evictions ban
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 4:46:48 PM
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Israel starts vaccinating 40-year-olds, aims at 250,000 shots per day
As of Tuesday, 2.2 million Israelis have been inoculated, including 422,000 people who have had both doses.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
1/19/2021 7:38:54 PM
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Over 27 thousand Israelis sign up to work at polling places
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 5:30:44 PM
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By most measures, Jews have better quality of life than Arabs - report
This was the first year in which CBS compared data in this way.
By ZEV STUB \
1/19/2021 5:28:46 PM
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Itzik Shmuli rules out run for Labor leadership, leaving party
By GIL HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 5:40:52 PM
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For Palestinians, Trump’s exit marks end of a ‘nightmare’
Palestinians are hoping that the Biden administration would reverse some of the decisions taken by the Trump administration.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
1/19/2021 9:53:15 PM
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Bennett drafts self-employed activists to Yamina
By GIL HOFFMAN,SARAH BEN-NUN \
1/19/2021 5:44:57 PM
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EU fumes as Israel pushes back at Biden with over 2,000 settler homes
Azari: "No such thing as a settlement in east Jerusalem"
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
1/20/2021 11:28:14 AM
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The orchestra of life: Technion scientists crack mRNA coordination system
After 15 years of research, Prof. Mordechai Choder and Dr. Stephen Richard are able to offer a ‘bird’s eye view’ of the complex mechanisms that make us who we are.
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
1/19/2021 11:05:31 PM
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Biden ‘long way’ from rejoining Iran nuke deal, incoming intel chief says
“The president-elect has indicated if Iran comes back into compliance,” that he would rejoin the deal, but that things are “a long ways from that.”
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
1/19/2021 8:53:21 PM
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Does Pfizer's deal with Israel on coronavirus research harm privacy?
It is unclear whether the government will follow or ignore recommendations from the Helsinki Committee.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/3/2021 6:34:36 PM
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Amid COVID-19, frontline medical workers take their trauma home
Medical personnel experiencing mass trauma, studies show
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 9:55:10 PM
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Israeli company developing medical cannabis spray to treat skin conditions
The innovative topical spray is expected to effectively treat atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, pain and lesions.
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
1/19/2021 6:55:40 PM
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Ultra-Orthodox cities have lowest number of COVID-19 fines
Ultra-Orthodox cities have been the sites of some of the most severe COVID-19 outbreaks in the country
By JEREMY SHARON \
1/20/2021 7:54:06 PM
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First time: National Insurance Institute buys works of disabled artists
“I hope a day will come in which all government offices will display art made by people with disabilities,” one artist said.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 6:52:55 PM
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Eric Samson, S. African Jewish giant and philanthropist, dies in Newport
Samson's fortune was valued at $1.1 billion.
By STEVE LINDE \
1/19/2021 8:55:59 PM
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COVID-19: Jewish orgs launch platform studying plagues in Jewish history
The project is part of a larger initiative between the organizations to make an online Jewish learning hub.
By AARON REICH \
1/19/2021 10:15:50 PM
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Two National Guard pulled from inauguration duty after vetting
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 7:10:06 PM
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Trump administration declares China's repression of Uighurs 'genocide'
"I believe this genocide is ongoing, and that we are witnessing the systematic attempt to destroy UIghurs by the Chinese party-state," US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said.
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 7:30:46 PM
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Basketball and soccer leagues to resume games during lockdown
By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF \
1/19/2021 7:40:53 PM
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Biden could use this Bible verse, just like Washington and MLK
As Americans seek comfort and assurance after the raid on the Capitol and anxiously await their vaccines, Micah offers a redemptive vision.
By RABBI STUART HALPERN/JTA \
1/19/2021 7:59:00 PM
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Syrian state media says loud explosions heard in Homs city
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 7:59:56 PM
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Who is Dainius Adomaitis?
New Hapoel Jerusalem coach from Lithuania has big shoes to fill after taking over from Katash.
By JOSHUA HALICKMAN \
1/19/2021 8:05:05 PM
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After 50 years, Netanya orchestra fights to survive lack of funds
After a 50-year history of full performance seasons throughout Israel, the NKO is confronted with the possibility of extinction.
By SARAH HERSHENSON \
1/19/2021 8:10:43 PM
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Israel Police clash with ultra-Orthodox COVID-19 regulation violators
Ultra-Orthodox rabbinic leadership calls for community to get COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible.
By JEREMY SHARON \
1/19/2021 8:48:49 PM
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Field of Peace launched to unite Israeli and UAE youth
Israel Baseball Association and Dubai Little League announce new baseball tournament to take place in both countries.
By DANNY GROSSMAN \
1/20/2021 2:24:47 PM
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'No Man's Land,' 'Saved by the Bell': What's new on TV?
The newest releases on Israeli TV and streaming services.
By HANNAH BROWN \
1/19/2021 8:25:10 PM
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Grapevine January 20, 2021: When good intentions go awry
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
1/19/2021 8:35:11 PM
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Rocket launched into Israel from northern Gaza, lands in open field
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 8:43:20 PM
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US Senate Republican leader McConnell says Trump 'provoked' Jan. 6 riot
"The mob was fed lies. They were provoked by the president and other powerful people."
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 8:40:51 PM
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Letters to the Editor January 20, 2021: A bit of Gallantry
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
1/19/2021 8:48:10 PM
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Orthodox rabbis should speak to other streams of Judaism - opinion
Though their ideologies were threatening to Orthodoxy many, many decades ago, that is no longer the case.
By HESHIE BILLET \
1/19/2021 9:02:19 PM
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Should Europe’s Jews move to Israel? - opinion
Two of the greatest Jewish leaders of the 20th century had opposing views on this question.
By SHMUELY BOTEACH \
1/19/2021 9:02:08 PM
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Biden's inauguration: A prayer for a new administration - opinion
Biden must do what he promised to do – lead from the Center, restore consensus, nurture America’s soul.
By GIL TROY \
1/19/2021 9:10:01 PM
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Good luck to President Joe Biden
As we wish Biden and his new administration all the best, we urge them to keep Israel in mind.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
1/19/2021 9:15:45 PM
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COVID-19 underlines rabbis control over ultra-Orthodox, not the state
Less than two weeks ago, Netanyahu phoned Kanievsky junior to implore that his grandfather, for the first time during the pandemic, call for schools in the ultra-Orthodox sector to be closed.
By JEREMY SHARON \
1/19/2021 10:52:50 PM
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An open letter to heads of the political parties
We have heard of attaining the target of 250,000 new olim in five years. This is an enormous but welcome task. We can assist in navigating the hurdles and meeting this challenge.
By DAVID FINE \
1/19/2021 9:26:23 PM
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COVID-19 highlights the haredi fissure in Israeli society - analysis
Deri realizes that the type of behavior being broadcast nightly into the homes of frustrated and angry Israelis could lead to a backlash against the haredi public.
By HERB KEINON \
1/19/2021 10:45:06 PM
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MDA medic instructs husband through baby's delivery over the phone
"It was a special moment, but I hope it's a once in a lifetime experience," the new father said.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/19/2021 10:28:23 PM
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Forget coronavirus, obesity is the real epidemic of the 21st century
Obesity is the fifth greatest cause of death worldwide. 70% of those suffering from obesity may also suffer from other diseases such as diabetes, cancer, hypertension and high blood fat levels.
By JULIA PENSO \
1/19/2021 9:38:35 PM
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US soldier arrested for attempting to assist ISIS - DOJ
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 9:46:39 PM
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The upcoming elections and the Diaspora Jews
Israel has not had an approved budget for almost two years. The education and health systems are collapsing.
By YOCHI RAPPEPORT \
1/19/2021 9:46:19 PM
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Biden arrives in Washington ahead of inauguration as the 46th president
Due to COVID-19 and security concerns, the ceremony will be held with minimal in-person attendance.
By OMRI NAHMIAS,REUTERS \
1/20/2021 1:52:42 PM
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Trump-era ends without West Bank settler outpost legalization
International concern has grown over the settlements, out of fear that their construction could make it difficult for Biden to relaunch Israeli-Palestinian talks.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
1/20/2021 11:01:56 AM
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Basketball and soccer leagues set to resume despite lockdown
Despite extension of lockdown, Israeli sports teams get nod to resume play • Maccabi Tel Aviv close to signing Cline.
By Uriel Sturm \
1/19/2021 10:46:00 PM
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Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Hagit Moshe to head Bayit Yehudi
First woman ever to head a religious party * Smotrich invited her to discuss having their parties run together in the elections.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
1/19/2021 11:52:14 PM
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Biden administration to engage with Israel, Gulf states on Iran policy
Blinken noted that in his opinion, the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran was succeeding in blocking Iran's pathways to producing material for nuclear weapons.
By OMRI NAHMIAS,REUTERS \
1/20/2021 8:36:46 PM
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IDF retaliates to Hamas rocket by striking guard posts
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/20/2021 7:20:28 AM
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Ten years after revolution, Tunisians again take to the streets
The capital’s large, poor western Tadamon neighborhood has seen some of the most violent fighting.
By DIMA ABUMARIA/ THE MEDIA LINE \
1/19/2021 11:37:07 PM
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Brazil registers 1,192 new coronavirus deaths on Tuesday
By REUTERS \
1/19/2021 11:55:54 PM
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President Donald Trump bids farewell, noting success with Israel
Biden is set to take office Wednesday.
By REUTERS,JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
1/20/2021 4:42:32 PM