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Sephardi chief rabbi warns of Israel civil war, calls for peace
The rabbi said that while he does not get involved in politics, he believes that all sides need to come to the table and hold dialogue with each other.
By Yaki Adamkar/Walla AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 12:47:45 AM
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Judaism is the foundation of Israel, not democracy, former chief rabbi claims
The conference, entitled "Reconnecting," brought together Knesset members on the left and the right with the aim of fostering dialogue.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 2:24:05 AM
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Yair Netanyahu compares Israel's judicial reform protests to Nazi Germany
Yair Netanyahu has been particularly critical of the judicial reform protests that have swept Israel in the last few months.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 4:09:56 AM
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Pod of Risso's dolphins spotted in Eilat
A group of approximately 10 dolphins was spotted swimming close to the water's surface by the Israeli-Egyptian border.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 5:06:09 AM
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Noa Tishby talks about judicial reform on 'Real Time with Bill Maher'
"The biggest problem within the Israeli system is that there's no constitution," said Tishby.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 5:37:10 AM
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Putin visits Russian-occupied Mariupol day after ICC issues arrest warrant
An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the visit to the devastated city was tantamount to a perpetrator returning to the scene of the crime.
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 5:27:47 AM
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First Citizens considering takeover of Silicon Valley Bank - Bloomberg
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 5:34:42 AM
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Hong Kong man arrested for illegally obtaining COVID-19 medication - report
The suspect, aged 60, reportedly received nine courses of free COVID-19 drugs in the span of five days.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:00:07 AM
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Two men jailed in Hong Kong for owning 'seditious' children's books
They are thought to be the first people arrested for simply owning the books after the publishers were arrested last year.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:20:16 AM
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Australia to promote law banning Nazi salute in coming months
Transgender rights activists clashed with neo-Nazis in Melbourne after an anti-transgender activist sought to address supporters at the parliament building.
By ZVIKA KLEIN AND REUTERS \
3/19/2023 7:30:53 AM
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Wind, rain and floods: What's the weather in Israel?
Unseasonably cold temperatures will continue until Wednesday, along with rain, wind and thunderstorms.
By YOAV ETIEL/WALLA \
3/19/2023 7:53:27 AM
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What does your child's favorite color say about them?
The connection between colors and early childhood emotions can be used as a diagnostic tool as the colors your kids prefer reflect moods, emotions and character traits.
By SHARON AHARONI/WALLA! \
3/19/2023 8:13:23 AM
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Hebrew Ulpan teachers across Israel hold strike over low salaries
Hundreds of Ulpan teachers across Israel announced on Sunday morning that they will use their sick days and not come in to teach.
By Walla! \
3/19/2023 9:52:15 AM
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Judicial reform protests will end with blood on the street, organizer warns
Protest organizer Eran Schwartz spoke about the concern of deliberate, organized attacks being carried out against judicial reform protesters.
By 103FM VIA MAARIV ONLINE \
3/19/2023 9:43:38 AM
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Israel assassinated Islamic Jihad member in Syria, PIJ claims
The alleged assassination comes just a day after the secretary-general of the Islamic Jihad movement met with Hassan Nasrallah.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
3/19/2023 9:56:30 AM
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N.Korea criticizes US, UN Sec-Gen for highlighting human rights abuses - KCNA
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 10:00:44 AM
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Are the anatomical errors in Da Vinci's 'Virgin of the Rocks' intentional?
Israeli researchers set out to find the answers as to why the master of anatomy, Leonardo Da Vinci chose to paint the figures in "Virgin of the Rocks" with anatomical errors.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
3/19/2023 10:41:07 AM
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Due to the alarming poverty: Shuva Israel will be distributing 15,000 food packages to the needy
By Mark Fish \
3/19/2023 3:40:55 PM
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US Senator Warren calls for investigation into SVB and Signature Bank failures - WSJ
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 11:25:10 AM
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Coalition leaders meet to discuss ‘softening’ of judicial reform
Rothman introduces drastic Judicial Selection Committee changes.
By MICHAEL STARR AND ELIAV BREUER \
3/19/2023 11:28:36 AM
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Qatar's ex-finance minister to face trial -state news agency
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 11:31:23 AM
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Russia is using Chinese ammunition in Ukraine, US gov't source claims
The US currently possesses information that indicates China's intent on sending ammunition and weapons to Russia.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 12:59:49 PM
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Syrian president Assad arrives in UAE on official visit
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 12:00:49 PM
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Should Israel heed German warnings about a failing democracy? - analysis
Netanyahu has rejected the idea that judicial reform would harm democracy. But should he listen to German warnings, and lessons of the past?
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/19/2023 12:09:55 PM
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What has the government done to improve food insecurity over the last 20 years?
By Gidi Kroch – CEO of Leket Israel \
3/20/2023 12:01:43 PM
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Netanyahu denounces 'violence on both sides,' IDF reservists' refusal to volunteer
Netanyahu spoke as reservists failed to show up for training on Sunday to protect the government’s judicial overhaul plan.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF AND ELIAV BREUER AND REUTERS \
3/19/2023 12:25:39 PM
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Can gambling addictions be fought using AI? This company says yes
Optimove has implemented a Machine Learning-driven predictive Artificial Intelligence model that can detect and act to prevent behavior linked to gambling addiction in online gamers.
By ZACHY HENNESSEY \
3/19/2023 1:48:59 PM
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Iran foreign minister says he has agreed to meet Saudi counterpart
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 2:03:06 PM
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Black Sea drones show US involvement in conflict against Russia -IFAX quotes Kremlin
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 2:04:18 PM
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United Hatzalah's Eli Beer publishes biography 3 years after nearly dying from COVID-19
The book, entitled 90 Seconds: "The Epic Story of Eli Beer and United Hatzalah," tells the story of how he became the founder of the world's largest volunteer EMS service.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 2:07:06 PM
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Ben-Gvir barred from giving operational orders to police, High Court rules
Ben-Gvir says he advance the judicial reform and will pass further amendments to counter the ruling.
By MICHAEL STARR \
3/19/2023 2:20:19 PM
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Can Donald Trump be elected president if he is indicted? Here is the answer
Donald Trump posted on his social media that he's going to be arrested on Tuesday and told his followers to "take back our nation."
By MAARIV ONLINE \
3/19/2023 6:36:18 PM
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Israel Police to conduct enhanced operations throughout month of Ramadan
The police will operate a "police awareness" headquarters which will include intelligence and investigative measures in order to conduct enhanced monitoring of incitement or violence.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
3/19/2023 2:42:01 PM
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The President of the Jewish Federation of Boston, arrived in Haifa for a support visit
By Orit Shaham \
3/19/2023 3:20:49 PM
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Sinkhole intentionally opens on Israel's Ayalon highway - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 3:12:47 PM
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In-cabin driver monitoring is the future of both car safety and convenience
Driver Monitoring System technology will likely enable incredible leaps forward in terms of driver convenience and safety -- whether the drivers want it or not.
By ZACHY HENNESSEY \
3/19/2023 3:22:13 PM
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Nearly 100,000 cars in Israel recalled due to airbag malfunction - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 3:33:36 PM
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Electronic monitoring bracelet bill rejected at Ben-Gvir's request - report
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said a "more balanced" law was needed for electronic monitoring bracelets.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 3:34:47 PM
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First-of-its-kind Ukrainian egalitarian Haggadah launched
The haggadah was created by Project Kesher, a feminist Jewish organization empowering women in Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, and the Russian-speaking community in Israel.
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
3/19/2023 3:44:39 PM
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Kurdish General calls for toppling of Iranian regime, report
'Yazdanpana supports regime change in the country and the demands for the self-determination of Kurds'
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/19/2023 4:01:38 PM
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IDF locks down Huwara surroundings after terror shooting
After being shot, David Stern succeeded in shooting back at the terrorist, injuring him. A soldier at the scene also shot the terrorist at the same time.
By TZVI JOFFRE AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 4:07:58 PM
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1000-year-old church rediscovered in Spain thanks to drought
The Church of San Roman, built in the year of 1062, is now fully visible for the first time since the 1960s.
By REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:39:56 PM
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20 years after the Iraq invasion: How has the Middle East changed? - analysis
The shift to remake the Middle East was very much part of the ethos of the Iraq war philosophy, seen as a chance at “pre-emption” to destroy a dangerous dictatorship and rebuild it into a democracy.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/19/2023 4:12:51 PM
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Serbia wants to normalize ties with Kosovo but will not sign any agreement
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti agreed to implement normalization steps at a meeting with EU officials.
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 4:27:47 PM
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Iranian official: Saudi king invites Iranian president to Riyadh - tweet
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 4:29:14 PM
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Julia Wendel most likely not Madeleine McCann - facial recognition comparison
A comparison of photos of Madeleine McCann and Julia Wendel did not produce a match in facial recognition software.
By ARIELLA MARSDEN \
3/19/2023 4:47:08 PM
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Iraq and Iran sign deal to tighten border security
Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary Ali Shamkhani signed the deal with Iraq's National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji.
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 4:45:47 PM
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Cultural Collaboration between Israel, France and India
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 4:49:06 PM
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Syria-UAE ties are growing after Iran-Saudi deal - analysis
The Syrian regime clearly believes it is moving back to its former role in the region.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/19/2023 5:25:32 PM
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Elite soccer players 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer's -study
A new study aimed to determine the risk of neurodegenerative disease among male players in the top Swedish soccer division Allsvenskan compared to the general population.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:43:50 PM
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Archaeologists uncover Roman-era church mosaic along Israel Nat'l Trail
The mosaic was first discovered in the 80s but has been uncovered over the last month by the Israel Antiquities Authority and Shoham residents.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:10:48 PM
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Judicial overhaul debate won't win Israel, as global opinion sees impact - analysis
The rhetoric about creeping fascism and the warnings that Israel's democratic values are eroding is bound to have an impact on public opinion around the world toward the country.
By HERB KEINON \
3/19/2023 6:14:17 PM
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Three civilians killed in Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia region
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 6:18:35 PM
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Israeli bus driver filmed scrolling through TikTok while driving - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 6:40:28 PM
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Likud MK retracts law to change Central Election Committee chair selection
The law proposes to change the identity of the committee and is being retraction in order to "avoid opposition's conspiracy theories"
By ELIAV BREUER \
3/19/2023 6:42:28 PM
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Israel to freeze discussing building settlements, outposts - report
By Walla! \
3/19/2023 7:37:22 PM
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Nine Russian warships spotted off the coast of Crimea
Nine Russian warships, two of which are missile carriers, are in combat condition have been seen on the coast of Crimea.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND AARON REICH \
3/19/2023 8:10:34 PM
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Ex-IDF intel. chief: If no compromise on judicial overhaul, how will IDF, courts continue?
Zeevi-Farkash: This is chance to resolve identity gaps between different Jewish camps
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/19/2023 7:40:34 PM
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Foreign resident of Tel Aviv charged with raping 7-year-old girl - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 7:42:32 PM
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Is Netanyahu trying to pivot security apparatus to side by demonizing anti-reformists? - Analysis
Netanyahu framed his order to Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar in terms of cracking down on incitement to violence against the prime minister and other ministers.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/19/2023 7:50:31 PM
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'POV': A meaningful Arabic version of Shakespeare's Macbeth - review
The role of theater is also to offer people basic familiarity with high culture. In that context, Shakespeare had been performed in Arabic since the beginning of the 20th century.
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
3/20/2023 6:17:11 AM
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Israel democracy, judicial review: The Brutus-Hamilton debate - opinion
Those opposing restoration of Knesset authority are forgetting not only Israeli history but American history as well.
By SHLOMO SLONIM \
3/20/2023 6:19:33 AM
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Peanut allergies reduced by 77% by introducing peanuts at 4-6 months old
The modeled approach found that it is best to introduce safe peanut products at four to six months of age.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 8:27:40 PM
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Is Netanyahu trapped or out of touch with the Israeli public? - opinion
Democracy brought them to power and it is this power that could ultimately destroy Israel as we know it.
By ANDREA SAMUELS \
3/20/2023 6:20:46 AM
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World Jewry must not stay silent in fight for Israeli democracy - opinion
A non-democratic Israel will no longer be part of the family of democratic nations, and Diaspora Jews will no longer be able to say they share similar values with Israel
By SARA DOBNER \
3/20/2023 6:25:53 AM
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Letters to the Editor March 20, 2023: Facts expunged
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
3/20/2023 6:26:33 AM
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A critical crossroads - opinion
If the judicial reform legislation passes by April 2, then Israel will be a step before a serious constitutional crisis.
By SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF \
3/20/2023 6:29:27 AM
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US can counter China in the Middle East with Abraham Accords free trade - opinion
Such a free trade area would enable the countries of the Abraham Accords and eventually, the wider MENA region while constraining China’s predatory economic practices.
By ROBERT GREENWAY \
3/20/2023 6:30:12 AM
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Israel affirmed brief halting of settlement announcements at Sharm summit
Israel reaffirmed “the legal right of the Palestinian Authority to carry out the security responsibilities in Area (A) of the West Bank in accordance with agreements.”
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/19/2023 8:44:37 PM
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Israeli judicial reform affects US security interests - opinion
From an American national security standpoint, a divided Israel is perceived as more vulnerable and weaker by its shared adversaries. Judicial reform can wait but Iran’s nuclear program cannot.
By ERIC R. MANDEL \
3/20/2023 6:34:35 AM
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Israel must strengthen its ties with Diaspora Jewry - editorial
No matter what the outcome of the constitutional crisis, the country will need to find a way to continue forward, and ties with Diaspora Jewry are an essential part of that process
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/20/2023 6:35:09 AM
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Foreign Ministry summons Zamir to Jerusalem for pro-democracy remarks
An official cited a video clip shared on social media where Asaf Zamir made pro-democracy comments that seemed to criticize judicial reform.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/19/2023 9:00:30 PM
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Egypt's Sisi discusses nuclear plant, grains trade with Russian officials
Construction by Russia's state-owned energy corporation Rosatom of Egypt's first nuclear plant at El Dabaa is expected to take until at least 2030.
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 9:03:59 PM
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Israel sees record number of anti-LGBTQ+ incidents in 2022 - report
There was a drastic spike of public anti-LGBT harassment and discrimination against them in businesses. A quarter of all reports were since the last election.
By YUVAL BAGNO/MAARIV \
3/19/2023 9:35:43 PM
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Mysterious UFO lights spotted in the sky above California
The lights sped across the sky for less than 45 seconds, leaving onlookers wondering.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 9:50:32 PM
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Minister Chikli: I brought down the last gov't, I can bring this one down too
Haredi MKs demanded that haredi people should get preferential treatment in employment like released soldiers get.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 9:32:37 PM
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Iranian girls arrested for dancing without hijabs on TikTok
In Iran, it is forbidden for women to dance in public, and they have to wear hijabs in public.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 10:36:40 PM
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Rolls-Royce to build nuclear reactor for the Moon with UK funding
The Rolls-Royce micro-nuclear reactor is seen as a promising method of providing a power source for a long-term human presence on the Moon.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 10:22:11 PM
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Underwater robot spots guitarfish in Eilat, Israel
An underwater robot sent by Israeli researchers to the depths of the sea of the Gulf of Eilat recently discovered a guitarfish.
By ZIV REINSTEIN/WALLA! \
3/19/2023 10:43:57 PM
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Putin says Russia welcomes constructive Chinese role in Ukraine crisis
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 10:34:10 PM
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Judicial reform protesters rally outside Likud meeting in Ra'anana
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/19/2023 10:40:46 PM
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Biden urges Netanyahu to compromise on judicial reform
President Biden underscored "that fundamental changes should be pursued with the broadest possible base of popular support,” the White House said in a statement.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF AND OMRI NAHMIAS \
3/19/2023 11:05:50 PM
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North Korea's Kim calls for nuclear preparedness against US, South Korea -KCNA
By REUTERS \
3/19/2023 11:27:30 PM