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Disabled IDF vet dies after setting himself on fire
Akiva Mapiai became disabled in a training accident at age 23, at the IDF Ground Forces Command’s Tze’elim training base.
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/2/2012 12:47:47 AM
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Obama authorizes secret US support for Syrian rebels
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 1:07:08 AM
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Finance C'tee approves 17% VAT rise
VAT raised next month to help achieve new budget deficit target; targets corporations and above-average earners.
By NADAV SHEMER AND Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/2/2012 1:08:43 AM
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US House debates fresh Tehran sanctions
Measures would "blacklist virtually all of Iran’s energy, financial and transportation sectors," Rep. Ros-Lehtinen says.
By HILARY LEILA KRIEGER, JPOST CORRESPONDT \
8/2/2012 1:19:51 AM
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Syrian troops kill 35 in Damascus suburb
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Reading’s chimney lights up in Tel Aviv
Energy Minister Landau demonstrates "cost-effective great light" in new initiative on Reading Power Station's prominent chimney.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/2/2012 1:42:27 AM
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US House approves new Iran sanctions on oil, shipping.
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 2:28:34 AM
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US Congress passes 'strongest' Iran sanctions yet
Rep. Ros-Lehtinen says measure targeting oil sales "blacklists virtually all Iran's energy, financial, transportation sectors"; legislation still needs Obama signature.
By HILARY LEILA KRIEGER, REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:50:48 AM
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Hamas slams Palestinian visit to 'alleged' Holocaust site
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 2:58:55 AM
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Hamas: PA official's Auschwitz visit served Zionists
Spokesman Barhoum calls Abbas aide's visit to site of Nazi death camp "a marketing of a false Zionist alleged tragedy."
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
8/2/2012 2:53:59 AM
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'Obama signs secret order to support Syrian rebels'
US officials say order permits CIA to aid rebels in ousting Assad; stops short of arming Syrian opposition with lethal weapons.
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:02:52 AM
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Center to combat LBGT abuse opens in TA
Center opens on 3 year anniversary of murder of 2 at gay youth center; operates helpline to field abuse complaints.
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/2/2012 3:27:19 AM
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Lebanese authorities arrest 36 men at gay cinema
Security authorities reportedly perform anal probes on detainees; unknown number released after exam.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
8/2/2012 3:37:52 AM
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US Senate unanimously passes new Iran sanctions
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:58:43 AM
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10th Gay Pride Parade set to kick off in Jerusalem
Right-wing activists vow to bring live donkeys to protest the "bestiality" of parade; 5,000 expected to attend.
By MELANIE LIDMAN \
8/2/2012 1:50:13 PM
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PIBA interrogates Attorney-General Weinstein
Weinstein’s wife allegedly illegally employed foreign worker; may face heavy fine.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/2/2012 4:12:04 AM
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Moshe Feiglin challenges Naftali Bennett to debate
Manhigut Yehudi spurs religious Zionists to join Likud; Candidate Feiglin requests debate from chairman of Habayit Hayehudi.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/2/2012 4:18:33 AM
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Israel opens embassy in Albania
By HERB KEINON \
8/2/2012 4:59:36 AM
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Israel opens embassy in Albania
Israels 101st mission abroad is inaugurated with Israel's newest embassy in Albania.
By HERB KEINON \
8/2/2012 4:40:05 AM
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HRW: Jordan is violating its citizens' rights
Rights group slams Amman’s decision to block NGO from receiving $350,000 in foreign grants for migrant legal aid.
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 4:55:35 AM
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HRW: Jordan violating citizens' rights
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 4:58:38 AM
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HRW: Jordan violating citizens' rights
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 4:58:49 AM
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'IDF conscripts should serve 30 months, not 36'
Movement for Quality Government petitions High Court to annul law forcing men to serve longer, says gov’t must draft yeshiva students instead.
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 5:03:17 AM
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Activists protest changes to bus system
Jerusalem mayor inaugurates interchange in Malha neighborhood, activists demonstrate major changes to altered and cancelled lines.
By MELANIE LIDMAN \
8/2/2012 5:16:00 AM
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'IDF conscripts should serve 30 months, not 36'
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 5:33:25 AM
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Knesset begins NIS 3 million renovations
MK offices to be renovated after 20 years; old furniture to be donated to IDF.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/2/2012 5:38:35 AM
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'Hospitalisation costs 17% less than OECD average'
Health Ministry says statistic proves "strength of our public health system"; prices still higher than average.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/2/2012 5:48:26 AM
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Beilinson transplants record 30 corneas
Cornea transplants take place three times more than the monthly average at the Rabin Medical Center-Beilinson Campus.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/2/2012 6:01:42 AM
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Olympics: Chinese tell players to make public apology
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 6:10:34 AM
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Plans to build Haifa beach resort nixed
Government committee approved plan to expand Habonim nature reserve, preserving natural resources and landscape.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/2/2012 6:20:29 AM
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Report: Alleged Kletzky killer expected to take plea deal
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 6:26:45 AM
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Shatilov finishes 12th in all-around; Uchimura, gold
Alex Shatilov makes Israeli sports history, confident of winning Israels first ever gymnastics medal
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 6:33:17 AM
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K8 routs Neftci 4-0 in first leg
Barring a disaster, the Israeli champion will secure its progress on the road next week after a commanding performance.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 6:42:33 AM
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Prominent judge to be Egypt's new justice minister
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 6:44:22 AM
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London Diary: The privilege of following Phelps
Tuesday’s loss reminds us Phelps is in fact human and what a privilege it has been to follow his career.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 6:51:38 AM
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Report: Psychiatrist warned about accused Colorado gunman
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:28:30 AM
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Coptic-Muslim clashes erupt in Egypt
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 7:54:57 AM
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Afghan forces thwart insurgent attack on Kabul
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 7:51:53 AM
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Into love and out again, the silent killer
By SARAH NADAV \
8/2/2012 8:44:00 AM
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China scorns US criticism of religious policies
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:57:08 AM
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Nasrallah: 'Balance of terror' with Israel protects Lebanon
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 10:21:07 AM
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'Balance of terror protects Lebanon from Israel'
Hezbollah chief Nasrallah criticizes LAF for not accepting Iranian arms, dismisses calls to disarm his group.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 10:04:43 AM
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Halevy: If I were Iranian, I'd be scared in coming months
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 11:05:59 AM
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Getting their lines crossed
Two municipal committees have made contradictory decisions regarding the light rail extension.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
8/2/2012 10:44:00 AM
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Creative solutions?
Has the municipality's plan to lure young people to the center city succeeded?
By PEGGY CIDOR \
8/2/2012 10:54:46 AM
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Market-place economics
Beit Shemesh residents save on groceries as supermarkets compete for customers.
By SAM SOKOL \
8/2/2012 11:01:29 AM
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This week in Jerusalem
Peggy Cidor's round-up of city affairs.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
8/2/2012 11:08:19 AM
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Entrepreneurial incubator established in Rosh Pina
City Notes: Baha'i Temple close in Haida for maintenance work; Israel Police officers recovered 110 stolen sheep in the Negev.
By COMPILED BY MICHAEL OMER-MAN \
8/2/2012 11:11:26 AM
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The Center doesn’t know its Left from Right
Rather than being opposing teams on a football field, one side is playing on the basketball court while the other is stuck on the tennis court.
By DEBORAH S. DANAN \
8/2/2012 11:20:55 AM
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Give it your borsht shot
Max Epstein’s new exhibition at the Agrippas 12 gallery offers a trip down memory lane.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 11:26:25 AM
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'Welcome to Jerusalem' sign painted in pride rainbow colors
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 11:26:45 AM
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Tribute to a distant past
The 4 gallery spaces dedicated to Izhar Patkin’s new exhibition can only be fully taken in by being present in the space.
By GRAHAM LAWSON \
8/2/2012 11:28:54 AM
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Children's theater: Magic and mundane
Antonio Catalano creates fantastic worlds with discarded everyday objects in ‘Tic Tac Tic Tac.’
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 11:35:55 AM
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Israeli history photo of the week: The Jews' wailing place
JPost special feature: LLibrary of Congress collection of photographs that document pre-state Israel.
BY LENNY BEN-DAVID \
8/2/2012 11:37:07 AM
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Field Work: Finding the right pitch
Midfielder Diana Redman is engaged in a constant struggle for recognition – from men on the soccer field, for Israeli sportspeople from teams abroad and, most of all, from her own league.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 11:37:11 AM
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Grapevine: The siyum is not over
There are at least two more mega events celebrating Siyum Hashas this week.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 11:44:57 AM
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Education: Raising the score
English teachers reflect on why Israel grades so poorly on international tests and how the country can improve its record.
By SHARON KANON \
8/2/2012 11:47:28 AM
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Former Mossad head: Iran should fear next 12 weeks
Former Mossad chief's statement comes as Netanyahu warns time for diplomacy running out amid speculation an attack may take place before US elections.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 11:49:14 AM
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Changing populations
The single-family homes in Givat Hamivtar are attracting well-to-do haredi families.
By JOHN BENZAQUEN \
8/2/2012 11:53:00 AM
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An open invitation
Residents of the disadvantaged town of Jisr e-Zarka are hoping to improve their income by harnessing the tourism potential of Ramadan, as many of their neighbors have done.
By ARIEL ZILBER \
8/2/2012 11:54:21 AM
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Just the facts: In good faith
The Jerusalem population differs in the extent of their religious observance.
By AVIEL YELINEK \
8/2/2012 12:00:30 PM
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Animation across the Great Wall
This year’s Animix Festival turns a spotlight on China.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 12:04:12 PM
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Grapevine: More than day at the Beach
Cirque de Soleil has reserved 120 rooms for 21 days at Tel Avis's Grand Beach Hotel.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 12:05:17 PM
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Olympics: Israeli judoka Ze'evi is eliminated in 43 seconds
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 12:11:43 PM
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Syrians need food aid as crisis wrecks harvest
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 12:13:36 PM
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Turkey tank drills on Syria border seen as warning to Kurds
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 12:14:49 PM
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Different, together
Zuzu, a new dance initiative, pairs professional artists with members of Enosh – The Israeli Association for Mental Health.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
8/2/2012 12:15:21 PM
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Going silver
The Karmiel Dance Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary with some major guest performances.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
8/2/2012 12:17:55 PM
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Rebels turn captured tank on Syrian airbase
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 12:18:10 PM
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Shabbat Goy: Are the Brits good sports?
If there is one thing that we English excel at, it is the art of whinging, but I do miss the esprit de corps that Londoners get so well when it really matters.
By AKIN AJAYI \
8/2/2012 12:23:01 PM
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Report: Spain arrests three al-Qaida suspects in South
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 12:24:04 PM
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A time for love
The Tu Be’av dance festival in the settlement of Shiloh evokes the dances of maidens in Talmudic times.
By SAM SOKOL \
8/2/2012 12:25:50 PM
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Seeing is enjoying
The Sea in Jerusalem Festival aims to get people into the streets for some outdoor entertainment.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 12:26:51 PM
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Showtime 279819
This year’s Testing Tools Festival features more than 100 artists from various disciplines.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 12:31:09 PM
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Olympics: China's Yu quits sport over badminton debacle
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 12:35:53 PM
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Star Catcher: Astrology for the week of August 3
TIP FOR THE WEEK: Take your time. Past setbacks become tomorrow’s blessings, so relax and enjoy the journey.
By MARALLYN BEN MOSHE \
8/2/2012 12:40:35 PM
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Gal-On to Treasury: Present settlement budget figures
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 12:52:39 PM
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The lawyer, the social worker, the identity crisis
Divergent plotlines converge to reveal some uncomfortable truths about the two Israeli Arab protagonists in Sayed Kashua’s satirical novel.
By AKIN AJAYI \
8/2/2012 1:10:42 PM
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UN: Syrians need food aid as crisis wrecks harvest
World Food Program warns that 1.5 million people, one in three rural Syrians are in urgent and immediate need of food aid.
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 1:20:54 PM
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Honing their craft
The Testing Tools festival provides a platform for fringe artists and performers.
By MAXIM REIDER \
8/2/2012 1:23:02 PM
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New girl in town
Charlotte, near Tel Aviv’s Carmel Market, is chic and unique.
By YONI COHEN \
8/2/2012 1:29:05 PM
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Brotherly love
The Ha’achim restaurant in Tel Aviv has launched a pita menu that includes everything from artichokes to za’tar.
By TAMARA ZIEVE \
8/2/2012 1:36:54 PM
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Interview: Serbian sensitivity
Ambassador Zoran Basaraba says that Serbia is still favorably predisposed to Israel
By MICHAEL FREUND \
8/2/2012 1:40:34 PM
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Veterans: Devoted to the cause
Tehran-born Albert Shaltiel, wife Yael, have made helping children a priority.
By SUSAN DE LA FUENTE \
8/2/2012 1:46:39 PM
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A dairy delight
A treat for the eye as well as the palate, Huberman’s dishes are beautifully prepared and artistically presented.
By GLORIA DEUTSCH \
8/2/2012 1:47:48 PM
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One win at a time
Israel's top-ranking chess player aims to change the way Israelis look at the game.
By ANAV SILVERMAN \
8/2/2012 1:48:39 PM
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War and peace, Israeli style
A welcome account of two decades of Israel’s involvement in negotiations.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
8/2/2012 1:54:02 PM
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Rewarding innovation
The Ruderman Family Foundation awards organizations that help the disabled.
By JOSH HASTEN \
8/2/2012 1:58:20 PM
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Edri to face disciplinary hearing, no criminal charges
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 2:00:59 PM
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Fermented foods
While the process is not very appetizing, the result is worth it.
By FAYE AND YAKIR LEVY \
8/2/2012 2:03:51 PM
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Evolution of Tu Be’av into Jewish Valentine’s Day
A celebration falling 6 days after Tisha Be’av has been re-imagined as a Jewish version of Valentine’s Day.
By BINYAMIN KAGEDAN/JNS.ORG \
8/2/2012 2:09:28 PM
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Drawing it like it is
Caricaturist Shlomo Cohen says Jews don't understand his chosen form of art.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/2/2012 2:09:41 PM
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Parshat Va’et’hanan: Seeking comfort
‘And houses full of all good things...and thou shalt eat and be satisfied’ (Va’et’hanan; Deuteronomy 6:11.)
By SHLOMO RISKIN \
8/2/2012 2:10:46 PM
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Egypt's Tantawi keeps his defense ministry post
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 2:11:59 PM
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His Story/ Her Story: Two late medieval scribes
A professional scribe needs to know his or her letters, but need not be a scholar.
By RENÉE LEVINE MELAMMED \
8/2/2012 2:15:45 PM
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From market to meal
Chef Tali Friedman found her calling by leading tours of Jerusalem’s famed Mahaneh Yehuda Market.
By AMY SPIRO \
8/2/2012 2:16:59 PM
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Search for Jewish singing star begins
Hallelujah song contest sees 29 young Jews from 14 different countries compete for opportunity to record song.
By YONI COHEN \
8/2/2012 2:17:21 PM
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Homes: Jo's house
With some negotiation and goodwill, the interior designer does it her way.
By GLORIA DEUTSCH \
8/2/2012 2:24:29 PM
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The Weekly Schmooze: Olympics Special
JPost column on hottest Jewish news: Raisman brings US gold ; Rafaeli, Olympic skateboarder fuel dating rumors.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/2/2012 2:37:09 PM
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Misplaced loyalty?
Despite long-held stereotypes, Herbert Hoover did more for the Jews than FDR, argues Rafael Medoff.
By ATARA BECK \
8/2/2012 2:39:52 PM
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A bill Michael Ben-Ari and Ahmed Tibi can agree on
Sixty-one MKs from every faction in the Knesset sign legislation to protect their assistants' rights.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/2/2012 2:41:23 PM
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Just a Thought: A change in consciousness
1,942 years after the Temple's destruction, are the Jewish people finally ready to rebuild?
By AHARON E. WEXLER \
8/2/2012 2:54:06 PM
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ICRC says working on contact with Lebanese hostages
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:02:56 PM
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Uzbekistan bans foreign military bases on its land
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:03:33 PM
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Israel's Ze'evi stunned by German, bows out of Olympics
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 3:07:40 PM
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Israeli Olympic athletes fall in judo, tennis
"I never thought my Olympic career would end like this," says Ze'evi; Ram/Erlich lose against US brothers in tennis.
By JPOST.COM STAFF AND ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 3:17:59 PM
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A View from Israel: Emulate the sages
Haredi youth are taught to follow in the path of great rabbis, but they are never informed of the obstacles these men had to overcome.
BY ISRAEL KASNETT \
8/2/2012 3:19:06 PM
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Middle Israel: None of our business
As of this writing, King Gog has yet to arrive at Jerusalem’s gates.
By AMOTZ ASA-EL \
8/2/2012 3:25:12 PM
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Edri faces disciplinary hearing on Shaham complaint
Police commander accused of not passing along to internal affairs a complaint he received against J'lem police head Shaham.
By MELANIE LIDMAN \
8/2/2012 3:28:37 PM
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Grumpy Old Man: The strong, silent type
People seem to want a viable political center. But where are its leaders?
By LAWRENCE RIFKIN \
8/2/2012 3:31:11 PM
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Meretz defends painting of J'lem sign in name of gay pride
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 3:35:21 PM
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British humor and humanity captivate the world
Danny Boyle's opening ceremony provided a perfect image of modern day Britain.
By TIMOTHY SPANGLER \
8/2/2012 3:36:08 PM
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Keep dreaming: Imagining the prophecy come true
Tisha Be'Av was never only about the Temple, sovereignty and Jerusalem. It was – and must remain – about the social order we establish here.
By DAVID BREAKSTONE \
8/2/2012 3:37:42 PM
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Ahmadinejad calls for annihilation of Israel
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 3:54:56 PM
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The Human Spirit: Daily Talmud
Day by day, page by page, a group of women in Jerusalem study the Talmud.
By BARBARA SOFER \
8/2/2012 3:48:20 PM
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Ahmadinejad: World forces must annihilate Israel
In Ramadan speech to Islamic country ambassadors, Iranian president says liberation of Palestine will solve all world problems.
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK \
8/2/2012 3:49:45 PM
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Congress considers recognizing Jewish refugees
Bill calls on Obama to pair references to Palestinian refugees with plight of 850,000 Jewish refugees from Arab countries.
By JTA \
8/2/2012 3:57:28 PM
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Russia won't support UN General Assembly Syria resolution
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 3:58:05 PM
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In plain language: It was 20 years ago today
Stewart Weiss recounts the 20 years he has spent in the Promised Land, and the impact they have had on his life.
By STEWART WEISS \
8/2/2012 4:02:36 PM
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Foundations of antisemitism: Augustine and Christian Triumphalism
By DAVID TURNER \
8/2/2012 4:04:00 PM
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Another Christian exodus?
The rise of the Muslim Brotherhood could force Christians to flee Egypt.
BY ELWOOD MCQUAID \
8/2/2012 4:09:00 PM
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Indictment filed against 2 for firebombing migrant home
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 4:11:03 PM
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Live coverage: Jerusalem Gay Pride Parade
Couldn't make it to Jerusalem? JPost's live-stream coverage brings you to the heart of the action!
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 4:15:40 PM
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The danger of Israel becoming a partisan issue
Liberals must speak up and explain how their values and support of Israel coexist harmoniously.
By RACHEL BANDLER \
8/2/2012 4:28:53 PM
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Syria crisis feeds Iraq violence, al-Qaida revival
Insurgents creeping back to some old strongholds; Syria crisis injects new life into al-Qaida affiliate.
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 4:31:54 PM
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Spain arrests 3 al-Qaida suspects planning attacks
Men discovered in possession of "enough explosives to blow up a bus," suspected of planning attacks around Europe.
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 4:37:25 PM
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Ram, Erlich lose to US duo, crushing Olympic dreams
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 4:41:48 PM
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Tu Be’av: The holiday of ‘like’?
In the age of Facebook, the 15th of Av may have a new meaning.
By YONATAN SREDNI \
8/2/2012 4:48:53 PM
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Eini threatens general strike if wage agreements are broken
By NADAV SHEMER \
8/2/2012 5:02:47 PM
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Turkey's ex-military chief tells court of gov't unease
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 5:05:11 PM
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Iran renames tankers as defence against sanctions
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 5:36:31 PM
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Syrian army faces tough battle in Aleppo
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 5:35:36 PM
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UK's Cameron: Russia, Britain still differ on Syria
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 5:50:17 PM
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Peres calls Ze'evi, consoles him over Olympics loss
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 5:53:00 PM
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El-Al flight makes an emergency landing at B-G Airport
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 5:58:45 PM
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Int'l mediator Kofi Annan quitting Syria role
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 6:52:27 PM
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Peres tells Olympic judoka Zeevi to stay strong
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 6:11:22 PM
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4,000 march in 10th annual Jerusalem Pride Parade
J'lem displays gay pride as LGBT community marches; haredim counter-protest: Israel's holy land, not homo land.
By MELANIE LIDMAN \
8/2/2012 7:49:57 PM
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London JCC names Limmud exec Simonson as its new CEO
By Gil Stern Stern SHEFLER \
8/3/2012 7:35:39 PM
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Russia regrets Annan's decision to quit as Syria mediator
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 6:52:59 PM
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Annan quits Syria role, blames UN 'finger pointing'
UN's Arab League mediator Kofi Annan announces resignation, expresses frustration at UNSC's inability to agree on action.
By REUTERS AND JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 6:35:09 PM
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22-yr-old woman dies while hiking in Golan Heights
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
8/2/2012 6:49:47 PM
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Official: Iraq seeking Russian air defense equipment
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 6:54:41 PM
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Hatikvah residents indicted for 'attacking migrants'
Youth, 26-year-old man face charges for firebombing building housing African migrants in south Tel Aviv.
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/2/2012 7:06:00 PM
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Gantz dismisses commander after soldier dies
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 7:16:42 PM
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TA city council member wants Arabic on city logo
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/2/2012 7:19:55 PM
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Syria says Turkey sending terrorists to wage war
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 7:23:14 PM
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US approves $12m more relief aid for Syrians
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 7:35:42 PM
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Women celebrate finishing Talmud study marathon
Matan Women's Institute hold the first ever Daf Yomi class taught exclusively by women for women.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/2/2012 7:35:12 PM
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Israel renews Sinai travel advisory amid threats
Counter-terrorism bureau warns of potential terror attacks targeting Israelis in imminent future, urges tourists to return home.
By YONI DAYAN \
8/2/2012 7:35:19 PM
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Israel renews Sinai travel advisory amid terror threat
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 7:47:28 PM
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Saudi aid convoy for Syrian refugees leaves Riyadh
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 7:47:45 PM
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German Jewish leader slams boycott activity
Left Politician accused of using membership in Israeli Friendship NGO to pretend he is friend of the Jewish state.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
8/2/2012 7:52:13 PM
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US pins Annan's resignation to Syria diplomacy failures
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:03:46 PM
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Iraq hits out at Turkey over trip to contested city
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:08:24 PM
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'Ahmadinejad anti-Semitic rant a wake up call'
Responding to Iranian president's call for world forces to annihilate Israel, Netanyahu spokesman pushes need to deny Tehran nuclear weapons, calls Ahmadinejad's language "par for the course for Iranian leadership."
By JOANNA PARASZCZUK AND HERB KEINON \
8/2/2012 8:17:13 PM
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PMO: Ahmadinejad anti-Semitic tirade should be wake up call
By HERB KEINON \
8/2/2012 8:22:29 PM
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Cairo asks US to free last Egyptian at Guantanamo
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:32:50 PM
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Agencies: Russia's Putin says regrets Annan's departure
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:42:06 PM
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Iranian tankers return to buy Syrian crude
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 8:49:43 PM
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Saudis split on female Olympians, athletic hijabs
Women otherwise involved in rights issues don’t necessarily support Olympic participation.
By RICHARD S. WILLIS/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/2/2012 9:11:11 PM
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Annan quits Syria role, blames UN 'finger pointing'
UN's Arab League mediator Kofi Annan announces resignation as US puts together new humanitarian aid package for Syria.
By HILARY LEILA KRIEGER AND REUTERS \
8/2/2012 9:19:11 PM
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Liberman: Int'l community must take concrete steps on Syria
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
8/2/2012 9:38:15 PM
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Zubari remains in 10th place overall in Olympic windsurfing
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 9:48:55 PM
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The ‘Tal Law’s real winners and losers
All of Israel’s citizens must be the winners, but it will only happen through meaningful dialogue and genuine willingness to progress.
By DANIEL GOLDMAN \
8/2/2012 9:53:09 PM
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‘Like’ if you don’t like Facebook
I believe we should change our habits, and enjoy the positive features while keeping in mind basic principles of safety, modesty and privacy.
By REUVEN BEN-SHALOM \
8/2/2012 9:56:51 PM
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Grapevine: A time to remember...
The Hidden Jews are offspring of Jewish parents given to Catholic families during World War II in the hope that they would save them from the Nazis.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 9:59:34 PM
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Swimmer Toumarkin takes 7th in impressive Olympics debut
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 10:02:11 PM
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Clinton takes message of reconciliation to South Sudan
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 10:03:31 PM
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Column One: Israel - Obama’s wedge issue
Why are Obama and his surrogates now making opposition to Israel a partisan issue and attacking Republicans for being pro-Israel?
By CAROLINE B. GLICK \
8/2/2012 10:09:02 PM
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Savir's Corner: Gender equality
In the first modern Olympics in 1896, women did not participate, just as in ancient Greece.
By URI SAVIR \
8/2/2012 10:12:34 PM
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Mitt Romney, Cultural Warrior
By HILARY KRIEGER AND REBECCA STOIL \
8/2/2012 10:15:00 PM
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Mitt Romney, Cultural Warrior
By HILARY KRIEGER AND REBECCA STOIL \
8/2/2012 10:15:00 PM
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TA council member wants Arabic on city logo
Councilman Ahmed Mashrawi says motion would help correct historical slights against the city’s rich Arabic legacy.
By BEN HARTMAN \
8/2/2012 10:24:24 PM
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Toumarkin redeems disappointing Olympics day
20-year-old records best ever result for an Israeli swimmer; judoka Ze'evi, tennis stars Ram/Erlich bow out of competition.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 10:26:27 PM
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Likudniks follow Hanegbi from Kadima
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
8/2/2012 10:26:57 PM
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Clinton takes message of reconciliation to South Sudan
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 10:27:33 PM
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Fitch: Fiscal measures positive; debt a worry
The rating agency still sees risk to deficit targets, and warns on Israel's high debt:GDP ratio.
By GLOBES CORRESPONDENT \
8/2/2012 10:31:49 PM
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Olympics: US's Phelps breaks new record with gold
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 10:32:19 PM
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Thirty suspected pedophiles appear before court
Remand sessions held behind closed doors to protect suspects identities; law enforcement wanted open remand sessions.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
8/2/2012 10:35:49 PM
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Judoka Ze'evi lasts just 43 seconds in Olympics
35-year-old Ze'evi enteres 2012 Games with high hopes but falls to German Dimitri Peters in the 1st minute of the 1st round.
By ALLON SINAI \
8/2/2012 10:38:08 PM
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Renewable energy project approved for Eilat area
Project aims to strengthen cross-border relations with Jordan as well as act as an instigator for regional development.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/2/2012 10:41:01 PM
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An alternative to the two-state solution
Jewish statehood is directly linked to Jewish nationality, which is basic to any understanding of Israel’s raison d’etre.
BY JAY BUSHINSKY \
8/2/2012 10:41:51 PM
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Into the Fray: Fatuous, feckless Friedman
‘Robbed Cossack’: Hebrew idiom for a villain who complains about
the wrongs (imaginary or not) done to him that he has done to others.
By MARTIN SHERMAN \
8/2/2012 10:51:30 PM
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MK Nachman Shai proposes deferring Channel 10 debts
Station's NIS 60 million debt to state threatens to spell its end.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/2/2012 10:59:33 PM
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Environment: Showcasing ecological design
TAU Porter School for environmental studies getting green campus, hopes it will lead in sustainable construction.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/2/2012 11:02:12 PM
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Mortar shells kill 20 in Damascus Palestinian camp
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 11:05:21 PM
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Bicycles allowed on intercity train lines
Bikes are not yet, however, allowed on the Jerusalem Light Rail, which is not under the jurisdiction of Israel Railways.
By SHARON UDASIN \
8/2/2012 11:07:53 PM
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August 3: Super-natural
If properly done, there is nothing “dangerous” about extracting oil from the oil shale in Israel.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
8/2/2012 11:09:05 PM
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India and Iran
The very fact that Delhi Police did conduct an earnest investigation and did publish the results thereof, even if tardily, is most welcome.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
8/2/2012 11:15:51 PM
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Diplomacy: Accord short on fanfare, not meaning
Steinitz, PA PM Fayyad signed a decidedly un-sexy agreement this week. Everyone yawned. They shouldn’t have.
By HERB KEINON \
8/2/2012 11:21:21 PM
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Iran, EU agree to talk again on nuclear dispute
By REUTERS \
8/2/2012 11:22:01 PM
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Arab World: Collateral
Iran’s regional influence waning as the Sunnis countries leave it struggling to hold on to its key asset, Syria.
By JONATHAN SPYER \
8/2/2012 11:31:17 PM
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Israeli bank compliance and US foreign tax act
A committee to establish how Israeli institutions can conform to the US foreign tax act will be headed; will force US citizens abroad to pay tax.
By NADAV SHEMER \
8/2/2012 11:37:27 PM
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Global Agenda: Borrowing from 'them'
Banks, in particular, are hoarding cash and are loth to lend to almost anyone, whether households, businesses or even sovereign countries.
By PINCHAS LANDAU \
8/2/2012 11:44:06 PM
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‘Israel can rely on Obama to stop nuclear Iran’
Michele Flournoy, former top US defense official and Obama adviser, vows president won’t allow nuclear Iran; says day after military action, unified int'l effort will be needed to keep Iran from restarting nuclear program.
By YAAKOV KATZ \
8/2/2012 11:52:38 PM