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North Korea fires two suspected ballistic missiles
"In a situation where the entire world is experiencing difficulties due to COVID-19, this kind of military act by North Korea is very inappropriate," South Korea said.
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:45:29 AM
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German journalist withdraws criticism of Israel as 'Corona Dictatorship'
The reporter faced allegations of antisemitism in his journalism.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/29/2020 6:40:19 PM
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Israeli Americans are eligible for stimulus checks tax attorney tells Post
Each person seeking the relief must have a US social security number, and the deadline for the US to provide the money is the end of 2020.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
3/29/2020 10:23:37 AM
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Ramat Gan residents ask mayor to build 'separation wall' near Haredi city
Ultra-Orthodox communities have seen high numbers of coronavirus patients, leading to controversial allegations toward Haredi Jews.
By LEON SVERDLOV \
3/29/2020 2:25:18 AM
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China reports 45 new coronavirus cases on March 28
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 3:16:51 AM
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Trump: quarantine 'not necessary' for New York area
On Saturday, Trump appeared to soften his previous comments calling for the US economy to be reopened by mid-April. "We'll see what happens," he said.
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 4:58:55 AM
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Pence: decision on whether to reopen economy will be made this week
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 5:33:12 AM
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Houthis offer Saudi Arabia POW swap for jailed Palestinians
The movement reportedly chose the Palestinian detainees over Houthi militants as they are expected to be released in a separate prisoner swap.
By LEON SVERDLOV \
3/29/2020 6:27:31 AM
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IDF soldiers to be deployed at checkpoints at city entrances
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 6:40:41 AM
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Government likely postponed to next week due to ongoing disputes
Netanyahu, Gantz meet all night then fight all day.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/29/2020 11:29:59 PM
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New York Knicks owner Jim Dolan tests positive for the coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:14:32 AM
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PA says it will receive coronavirus tests kits, ventilators from China
Crisis will reduce PA revenue by 50%
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/29/2020 6:49:37 PM
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Thailand reports 143 new coronavirus cases and one death
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 8:09:51 AM
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Blue and White splits into four parts after mergers and trades
Gantz ends up leading 17 MKs, Lapid 16.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/29/2020 11:15:00 PM
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Gov't considering quarantining haredi cities over high coronavirus rates
Leader of the ultra-Orthodox world Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky finally instructs community not to pray together in prayer quorums.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/29/2020 10:45:58 PM
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Yesh Atid to former allies: Not too late to turn back from Netanyahu
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 9:00:16 AM
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Treatments for the coronavirus are being developed by Hebrew U and Yissum
While new innovations have been proposed to the Israel Innovation Authority, other already existing methods have already been re-purposed for the goal of fighting the coronavirus.
By CELIA JEAN \
3/29/2020 7:39:26 PM
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Three die as coronavirus death toll rises to 15
Over 4,000 people are infected * 22-year-old in critical condition * Random virus testing starts Monday at three groceries
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/29/2020 10:17:07 PM
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Yemeni scholar: Jews, Israel and US made coronavirus to shut down Mecca
In a video released by MEMRI, Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ubeidi argues that Jewish people have plotted for centuries to take over the Islamic holy sites of Mecca and Medina.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 10:36:20 AM
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Is Solar Air Conditioning Available in 2020?
Solar AC is now a very viable option in place of traditional units. Solar air conditioning comes in a variety of forms, is sustainable and is rapidly becoming cheaper.
By Leo Giosuè \
3/29/2020 10:00:06 AM
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NYC mayor to synagogues: Close for coronavirus or be shut down permanently
"I understand how important people’s faiths are to them, and we need our faith in this time of crisis. But we do not need gatherings that will endanger people."
By CELIA JEAN \
3/30/2020 9:51:53 PM
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South Korea to impose mandatory coronavirus quarantine on all arrivals
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 10:31:27 AM
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Israel's war-between-wars campaign against Iran continues
IDF troops patrolling Israeli cities to enforce the nation-wide semi lockdown
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
3/29/2020 10:12:06 PM
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Number of coronavirus cases in Germany rises to 52,547- RKI
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 10:46:41 AM
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Theresa Halsa, last of the 1972 Sabena hijackers, dies age 65
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was a special operations soldier at the time, was wounded in the Israeli rescue operation which followed the hijacking.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 3:53:40 PM
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Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq debate best way to defeat US
While these groups say they are ready to fight the Americans, leaders are reticent to show their faces in public, fearing US drone strikes.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/29/2020 11:53:57 AM
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UK government 'very concerned' after death toll surpasses 1,000
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 11:38:38 AM
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Polish composer Penderecki, who was inspired by Jerusalem, dies age 86
The world-renowned composer and conductor was hailed for such brilliant works as 'Saint Luke Passion’ and ‘The Seven Gates of Jerusalem.’
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
3/29/2020 3:30:40 PM
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Hamas official suspended for allowing TV crew inside quarantine center
The Palestinians called the incident a “scandal” and demanded that those who authorized the filming inside the center be punished.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/29/2020 6:49:08 PM
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13th Israeli dies of coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 11:54:51 AM
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More than 50,000 cases of coronavirus in Middle East
While the wealthy Gulf states will be fine, the other countries have a major challenge ahead of them.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/29/2020 10:53:40 PM
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Gantz is being accused of destroying the rule of law - or is he saving it?
Gantz's actions over the last year, including the deal currently being discussed, have helped guarantee that Netanyahu will face trial.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/29/2020 7:35:09 PM
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Bennett calls for defense establishment to be responsible for corona fight
Bennett releases corona plan to do 30,000-50,000 tests to identify virus carriers quickly in order to restart the economy
By ANNA AHRONHEIM,EYTAN HALON \
3/29/2020 7:53:44 PM
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Alfred Landecker Foundation donates 1 m. Euros to aid Holocaust survivors
Holocaust survivors are made more vulnerable to the virus due to their age, and given the trauma they've experienced are also made more susceptible to mental health issues due to prolonged isolation.
By CELIA JEAN \
3/29/2020 4:29:06 PM
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Spain’s coronavirus death toll rises by 838 overnight to 6,528
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 12:44:35 PM
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Iran's death toll from coronavirus reaches 2,640
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 12:45:24 PM
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Finance Ministry: Soaring unpaid leave to cost state NIS 15 billion
The number of unemployment benefit claimants has climbed to almost 939,500, or 22.6% of the workforce.
By EYTAN HALON \
3/29/2020 10:05:37 PM
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Police arrest haredi coronavirus lockdown violators
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 1:03:13 PM
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Swiss govt says 257 dead from coronavirus, 14,336 tested positive
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 1:05:40 PM
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Largest plane ever made, the Antonov, to help against coronavirus
The plane, built in the 1980’s, can be used to deliver massive amounts of medical equipment to locations that need it.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 3:23:58 PM
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The Role of Ancient Trading in the World Today
Trading is easier today than ever, as you can easily walk to the nearest mall to get what you need and pay by cash or with your card. Thanks to the technological advancements but how did we get here?
By Leo Giosuè \
3/29/2020 1:28:46 PM
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Fuel prices to drop by over 17% in April, Energy Ministry says
By EYTAN HALON \
3/29/2020 1:44:54 PM
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Gantz may block settlement annexation by new government
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised to apply Israeli law to all Israeli towns in the West Bank, in the framework of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/29/2020 6:44:43 PM
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Why CBD Oil is Bringing Cannabis Products Mainstream
an increasing number of people are starting to learn that cannabis can produce some legal products which can make you feel better.
By Leo Giosuè \
3/29/2020 2:10:28 PM
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Energy Ministry warns: Clean Passover dishes during COVID-19 safely
Many people enjoy using the services of publicly placed containers which are full of boiling hot water as the amount of dishes involved is very big.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 7:56:48 PM
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Pope backs UN chief's call for global ceasefire to focus on coronavirus
"Stop every form of hostility and to favor the creation of corridors for humanitarian help diplomatic efforts and attention to those who find themselves in situations of great vulnerability."
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 2:29:25 PM
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Rivlin writes a letter to world leaders, wishes recovery from coronavirus
"The virus we are facing makes no distinctions for national borders, and international cooperation is vital in fighting it."
By CELIA JEAN \
3/29/2020 7:42:28 PM
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Bennett: Defense Ministry must be given control of the coronavirus crisis
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 2:42:54 PM
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Israel must follow an Asian model to confront coronavirus
The reasons that advanced countries in Asia have seen their trajectory of infections reduced is due to a combination of factors.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/29/2020 4:27:55 PM
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Coronavirus causes fuel prices to drop in Israel, Energy Ministry says
One liter of 95 RON octane gasoline will cost NIS 4.89 including VAT, marking a reduction of NIS 1.03 or 17.4% since March.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 7:45:30 PM
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Love of travel in the time of coronavirus: Why I kept going
Why do I keep traveling, even when it's clearly much safer and less stressful to stay home?
By SCOTT LAIRD \
3/29/2020 2:57:49 PM
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ASTROLOJEW: First the plagues, then the redemption
The celestial cycles have spoken: the Saturn-Pluto conjunction of January 12 kicked off these traumatic times.
By LORELAI KUDE \
3/29/2020 3:06:22 PM
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Netherlands records over 10,000 coronavirus cases, 132 new deaths
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 3:46:34 PM
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Coronavirus: Tunisians in lockdown entertained by belly dancer
Clad in a figure-hugging dress, with a gauzy veil over her legs, Nermine Sfar shakes her hips and twirls to Arabic pop music in front of an incongruous brown sofa.
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 6:35:12 PM
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Leader of ultra-Orthodox world calls for lone prayer due to coronavirus
Rabbi Kanievsky ruled that anyone not obeying social-distancing orders is like someone trying to murder another, is responsible for causing their death; permits reporting them to secular authorities.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/29/2020 6:49:19 PM
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Sophie Trudeau, wife of Canadian PM, has recovered from coronavirus
By MAARIV ONLINE \
3/29/2020 3:52:20 PM
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TRAVEL ADVISER: Travel in the time of the coronavirus
Business travel too won't suddenly return to normal. There are no conferences planned for the summer, no Olympics in Japan.
By MARK FELDMAN \
3/29/2020 3:49:53 PM
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Coronavirus: Head of Russian Orthodox Church says to pray at home
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 3:58:51 PM
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Saudi Arabia coronavirus deaths double from 4 to 8 - Health Ministry
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 4:01:28 PM
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Nefesh B’Nefesh – Keeping a Virtual Connection with New Immigrants
“It gave me incredible peace of mind to be able to reach out to Nefesh B’ Nefesh.”
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/29/2020 4:11:54 PM
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Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for drone attacks on Saudi Arabia
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 4:17:27 PM
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MK Michaeli calls for Labor Party members not to enter government
"Amir Peretz shaved his mustache and said "read my lips, I will not sit with Netanyahu." We still believe Amir, I still believe Amir," Michaeli said of the Labor leader's promise before the elections
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 7:50:27 PM
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Argentina's first Jewish coronavirus death is cremated, sparks controversy
Cremation of the dead is not allowed under religious Jewish law.
By JTA STAFF \
3/29/2020 4:40:13 PM
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Ministry of Strategic Affairs Convenes Zoom Conference on Pro-Israel advocacy in age of Corona
The Corona epidemic has become fertile ground for the spreading of false and anti-semitic propaganda against the State of Israel and the Jewish people.
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/29/2020 4:37:00 PM
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Ministry of Strategic Affairs Convenes Zoom Conference on Pro-Israel advocacy in age of Corona
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/29/2020 4:39:50 PM
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UK coronavirus deaths rise to 1,228
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 4:30:27 PM
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An organization blunting the pain of this tragic pandemic
We must not abandon the needs of those living in the settlements.
By ANDREW MILSTEIN \
3/29/2020 4:40:01 PM
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Sheba doctor teaches Palestinians to treat coronavirus
Bar-On: Palestinians are worried Arab citizens of Israel could spread virus to territories
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/29/2020 10:43:30 PM
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This week in readers' pictures - March 27
Jerusalem Post readers send us their best shots from the week.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 5:33:11 PM
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17th employee at Beersheba Magistrate's Court tests positive for COVID-19
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 5:37:17 PM
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Medevac plane explodes at Manila airport, killing all 8 on board
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 5:41:54 PM
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Olim friends from CA sworn into IDF with family watching via video
The families of both women, Omer Levi and Oria Zisso, had intended on flying in from the US for the induction ceremony until the coronavirus crisis made parents attending the ceremony impossible.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/29/2020 6:01:57 PM
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Syria confirms country's first coronavirus death – report
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 6:30:57 PM
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Coronavirus: How to avoid eating all day when confined at home
A nutritionist advises those social distancing and those quarantined how to maintain a healthy lifestyle
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/29/2020 7:16:57 PM
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Microsoft divests from Israeli facial recognition firm AnyVision
Microsoft explained that it had decided to end all of its minority investments in companies that sell facial recognition technology.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/29/2020 6:51:14 PM
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Tunisian workers self-isolate to produce 50,000 protective masks daily
‘If we don’t work, our doctors will not be protected against the virus’
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/30/2020 6:17:54 PM
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Rescue flight carrying 206 Israelis takes off from Nigeria
The flight was organized by the Israeli Embassy in Nigeria with the goal of removing hundreds of Israelis who were left stranded after the closure of airports in Nigeria and its neighboring countries
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
3/29/2020 7:19:37 PM
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UK minister: Country on 'emergency footing' in fight against coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:02:55 PM
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UK medical official: Lockdown must last 6 months, lifted gradually
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:08:47 PM
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Central District Court rules Telegrass is a criminal organization
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 7:15:45 PM
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Italy's coronavirus death toll rises to 10,779
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:17:27 PM
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Naftali Bennett and the coronavirus – analysis
All the criticism is fine and good and valid. What makes it a bit odd is that it is coming from Defense Minister Naftali Bennett.
By HERB KEINON \
3/29/2020 8:39:38 PM
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Strategic Affairs Ministry holds Zoom meeting on pro-Israel advocacy
The discussion focused on the fact that the Corona epidemic has become fertile ground for the spreading of false and antisemitic propaganda against the State of Israel and the Jewish people.
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/29/2020 7:26:41 PM
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Turkey records 9,217 coronavirus cases, 131 deaths
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:31:07 PM
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New York confirms 237 new coronavirus deaths, total of 965
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 7:38:20 PM
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Ireland reports 10 more coronavirus deaths to bring total to 46
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 8:09:30 PM
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Israelis on unpaid leave launch app to lead coronavirus fight in US
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/29/2020 8:12:35 PM
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Why didn’t the ultra-Orthodox take coronavirus seriously? - analysis
Why did it taken so long for the the community to take the epidemic and its dangers seriously?
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/29/2020 8:13:34 PM
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Iran has nearly 67,000 people with coronavirus symptoms – report
Islamic Republic is epicenter of the virus outbreak in the Middle East
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/30/2020 6:19:26 PM
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Netanyahu's corona scare proves political saga was too long - analysis
Britain's PM has the virus, but at least he also has a government
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/30/2020 7:12:13 AM
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Israel releases 230 prisoners early to reduce crowding amid COVID-19 fears
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 8:35:16 PM
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30,000 coronavirus tests per day: Too little, too much, too late?
Is taking so many tests ideal? Will it help curtail the spread of the virus or let Israelis out of isolation?
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/29/2020 10:29:43 PM
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Deri to manage COVID-19 crisis for the ultra-Orthodox and Arab sectors
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 8:52:33 PM
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4,247 Israelis have coronavirus - 74 in serious condition
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 8:59:47 PM
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‘Unorthodox’ – a too-tasteful version of reality
Most of the scenes set among the hassidim are completely in Yiddish.
By HANNAH BROWN \
3/29/2020 9:07:36 PM
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France reports 2,606 coronavirus deaths
By REUTERS \
3/29/2020 9:16:01 PM
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Letters to the Editor March 30, 2020: Gantz and Netanyahu bridge the gap
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
3/29/2020 9:16:37 PM
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Alona Barkat bails on Hapoel Beersheba
Once-beloved owner leaves soccer club’s helm after players reject salary reduction plan
By JOSHUA HALICKMAN \
3/29/2020 9:17:35 PM
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Glimmers of light in the dark coronavirus tunnel – opinion
What is important is the country’s show of solidarity, a solidarity that uniquely arises in times of crisis.
By OREN SHPILMAN \
3/29/2020 9:21:23 PM
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Rivlin takes up cause of treatment of elderly during coronavirus crisis
Rivlin underscored in all these conversations that the whole policy towards the elderly, especially Holocaust survivors, should be reconsidered.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
3/29/2020 9:26:48 PM
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The coronavirus regulations must be enforced on everyone
If these regulations continue to be flouted, even by a minority, they will likely be made stricter for all.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/29/2020 9:35:37 PM
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Coronavirus: Stopping the new intruder – opinion
Combating the coronavirus in Jewish communities
By MICHAEL MASTERS \
3/29/2020 9:39:35 PM
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It is time to end this misguided social experiment, get back to work!
We are not denying that there is great merit to social distancing. However, the mandatory aspects of this grand social experiment must be immediately abolished across the world.
By ROBERT M. SAUER,DONALD S. SIEGEL \
3/29/2020 9:48:24 PM
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UN official: Coronavirus spike could cause collapse of Gaza health system
It ‘is in poor shape because of years of under-resourcing’
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/30/2020 7:45:29 PM
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Bennett allocates 700 troops to assist police in quarantine enforcement
By TAL LEV RAM/MAARIV \
3/29/2020 10:01:16 PM
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US warns citizens in Israel to return home now
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/29/2020 10:29:52 PM
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Supermarket coronavirus tests postponed due to fears of overcrowding
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 10:49:41 PM
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Labor Chairman Amir Peretz, MK Shmuli to join Netanyahu-led government
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/30/2020 12:04:13 AM
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Meretz Chairman Horowitz: We are always faithful and loyal to our voters
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 11:50:56 PM