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Eritrean worker dies after being hit by bus
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 12:37:42 AM
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450 Gazans enter Egypt on first day of Rafah opening
Israel pursuing its security concerns directly with Cairo, says government source; Crossing opened for first time after 4 years.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH AND HERB KEINON \
5/29/2011 12:48:54 AM
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Cabinet to discuss far-reaching plan to reduce smoking
Health Ministry experts to recommend ways to protect nonsmokers from exposure to tobacco, conformity to WHO's Convention on Tobacco Control.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 1:09:31 AM
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German-based bank tied to Iran defies closure order
Hamburg-based bank to mount legal challenge to EU sanctions because of its involvement in Iran's nuclear program.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
5/29/2011 1:25:56 AM
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Egypt arrests Iranian from mission in Cairo
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 1:27:09 AM
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Abbas to meet again with Egypt’s head of state
PA President plans to meet Tantawi for second time to discuss Palestinian statehood effort, recent developments in Middle East.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
5/29/2011 1:44:17 AM
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British envoy ‘adopts’ Galilee community of youth at risk
Gould hopes to raise awareness and support for Kibbutz Eshbal, which tries to address social gaps using educational methods.
By RUTH EGLASH \
5/29/2011 1:54:29 AM
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Britain pledges £2.1m. for Auschwitz preservation
Money to be used to for long-term preservation and restoration, and to help educate new generations about horrors of the Holocaust.
By JONNY PAUL JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
5/29/2011 2:05:35 AM
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Obama back in Washington after European tour
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 2:07:45 AM
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US Jewish chaplains to get new memorial
Congress decides to erect memorial at Arlington Cemetary for 13 US Jewish chaplains who died in battle.
By Gil Stern Stern SHEFLER \
5/29/2011 2:13:33 AM
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Youth stabbed to death in south TA
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
5/29/2011 2:21:32 AM
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Man suspected of 10 rape attempts
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
5/29/2011 2:24:05 AM
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Elderly man attempts murder-suicide
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
5/29/2011 2:24:57 AM
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Mobsters try to torch Netanya eatery
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
5/29/2011 2:26:55 AM
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Planting a ‘Tree’ of health in the Galilee
Establishing a medical faculty is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: An interview with Prof. Ran Tur-Kaspa, dean of Bar-Ilan University’s new school in Safed.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 2:39:49 AM
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Peer support at work can help men live longer
Hebrew U scientists learn why DNA breaks down in cancer cells; American Cacner Society invites Israeli site to global fellowship.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 2:48:28 AM
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Pentagon supplier Lockheed Martin hit by cyber incident
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 2:50:00 AM
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The traveler’s law: Know thine options!
The Travel Adviser: Delays are unavoidable when flying, but passengers themselves often delay flights.
By MARK FELDMAN \
5/29/2011 2:57:25 AM
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Andy and Yoni: A partnership past its peak?
After over two years of playing with other partners, Ram and Erlich hoped to recreate past magic, but nothing has gone according to plan.
By ALLON SINAI \
5/29/2011 3:05:09 AM
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Hap Petah Tikva avoids relegation
Hapoel Petah Tikva defeated Hapoel Kfar Saba to secure itself another season of Premier League soccer on Friday.
By ALLON SINAI \
5/29/2011 3:07:53 AM
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US concerned on Yemen tribal strife, al-Qaida threat
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 5:10:57 AM
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Lockheed says thwarted 'tenacious' cyber attack
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 6:02:13 AM
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Pentagon supplier Lockheed Martin hit by cyber incident
US gov't's Information technology provider says it thwarted a "significant attack," but no personal data was compromised.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 7:22:56 AM
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Temperatures down, humidity up across Israel
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 8:10:01 AM
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China Inner Mongolia chief seeks to soothe anger over death
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 8:29:19 AM
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Egypt detains Iranian 'diplomat' from mission in Cairo
Move puts a snag in improved relations between the two countries; diplomatic status of detained man not clear.
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 8:39:42 AM
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Pentagon says impact of Lockheed attack 'minimal'
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 8:42:16 AM
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Pentagon says impact of Lockheed attack 'minimal'
Cyber-breach of US aerospace and technology company, which makes Israel's F-35 fighter jets, is not expected to do harm.
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 8:53:29 AM
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MK Eldad calls for investigation into Ofer Brothers
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:28:49 AM
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PM to discuss security issues during Defense C'tee meeting
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:34:56 AM
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Stanley Fischer reportedly mulling bid for head of IMF
BOI Governor is considered a "dark horse" for the position, 'Wall Street Journal' reports; Christine Lagarde current front-runner.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:45:12 AM
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Livni: Israel's situation deteriorating after Rafah opening
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:51:18 AM
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Sugar and spice and all things Shavuot
Instead of just sticking to the safe cheesecake option try these Mexican influenced dishes which will spice up the festivities.
By ELIZABETH KURTZ, GOURMETKOSHERCOOKING.COM \
5/29/2011 9:56:04 AM
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Ayalon: Conditions don't exist for a Palestinian state
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:08:26 AM
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Close down that yellow brick road
By YISRAEL MEDAD \
5/29/2011 10:10:00 AM
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OECD official promotes IMF candidacy of Stanley Fischer
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:14:03 AM
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Livni criticizes Obama's sequence for peace talks
In live Q&A, Kadima leader says core issues of conflict must be discussed simultaneously, notes "US only endorses part of what we say."
By GIL STERN STERN HOFFMAN AND JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:15:26 AM
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Afghans say NATO air strike kills 12 children, two women
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:20:04 AM
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Edelstein, Steinitz: Abbas wants Palestine to be Judenrein
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:34:19 AM
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Al-Qaida, Islamic militants take over Yemeni city
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:38:30 AM
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Are they crying WOLF?
By TOBY GOTESMAN SCHNEIER \
5/29/2011 10:40:00 AM
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Cabinet to announce plan to strengthen J'lem economy
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:42:49 AM
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Cabinet set to approve Merom Plan to strengthen Jerusalem
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:43:04 AM
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Ask the barman: All we need is Radio E.P.G.B
Working at one of Tel Aviv's most happening underground spots, Maya Lustig treats the bar as her stage and the party-goers as her audience.
By YONI COHEN \
5/31/2011 2:38:26 PM
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Peru's presidential race nearly tied
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:47:53 AM
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Shuttle astronauts prepare to leave space station
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:50:22 AM
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The Palestinians are at fault, but so what?
By ERIC YOFFIE \
5/29/2011 11:01:00 AM
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Iran: We don't do business with 'Zionist' companies
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:07:09 AM
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Iran: 'We don't do business with Zionist companies'
Iranian official denies country acquired tanker from Ofer Brothers group, says Iran's law forbids any economic transaction with Israel.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:19:48 AM
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Turkey hopes to avoid Israel confrontation on new flotilla
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:30:45 AM
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Bus firms indicted for operating non-blind-friendly buses
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:43:32 AM
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Israel Katz on smoking law: 'People won't care'
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:59:28 AM
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Netanyahu at Tower of David: We are committed to Jerusalem
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 12:21:18 PM
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MKs weigh in on far-reaching plan to reduce smoking
"I support any move to restrict smoking in Israel," says Finance Minister Steinitz; cabinet to discuss plan to keep public smoke-free.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 12:14:31 PM
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Cabinet approves economic stimulus for Jerusalem
At cabinet meeting, Netanyahu says Jerusalem one of foundations of Israel's unity, US understands importance of city to Jewish people.
By HERB KEINON \
5/29/2011 12:23:10 PM
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20 and 19 years in prison for murderers of American citizen
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 12:23:04 PM
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No paperwork on near $500 million of Kabulbank loans
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 12:24:22 PM
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Syrian troops encircle Rastan town, kill 2
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 12:59:52 PM
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Rivlin to UN official: Israelis will decide their own fate
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 1:04:55 PM
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UN: Security Council to decide Sudan mission future
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 1:13:57 PM
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Britain says helicopters risky in Libya but needed
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 1:41:33 PM
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Cabinet approves establishment of unit to combat smoking
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 2:17:48 PM
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Stanley Fischer biding his time on IMF bid
Zambian-born Bank of Israel head "keeping his options open," plans to consult international decision-makers before deciding on candidacy.
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 2:20:29 PM
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'Israel doesn't oppose Palestinian plan at UN'
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
5/29/2011 2:22:18 PM
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Cabinet approves creation of unit to combat smoking
Among other programs, unit's objectives will be to further prevent smoking in public areas and limit the amount of ads for tobacco products.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH AND JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 2:32:35 PM
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The wall is getting closer and higher
Netanyahu's latest sales pitch to Congress altered three fundamental positions that Israel has held for at least a decade, namely, Jerusalem, military presence in the Jordon river and the definition of Palestinian recognition of Israel.
By ALON LIEL \
5/29/2011 4:54:00 PM
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Six injured in car crash in South; 1 in serious condition
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 3:02:51 PM
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Syrian troops kill 2 protesters in besieged town
Water, electricity and Internet cut in Rastan, says resident; clinics unable to cope with wounded after Assad's forces fire on civilians.
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 3:09:07 PM
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French minister Georges Tron resigns over sex case
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 3:12:28 PM
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A third of Abyei civilian structures razed-monitor
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 3:20:52 PM
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Sights and Insights: Where happy explorers go to dig
Dr. Wayne Stiles explains why even though he has been to Tel Beit Shean a number of times, he always looks forward to returning.
By WAYNE STILES \
5/30/2011 5:06:56 PM
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Nigeria's Jonathan sworn in for first full term
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 3:28:43 PM
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As Iran’s woes multiply, leaders wrestle for power
Ahmadinejad and Khamenei battle over cabinet posts, prestige and power as country faces massive political and economic problems.
By DAVID ROSENBERG / THE MEDIA LINE \
5/29/2011 3:39:22 PM
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'Egged acquiring sound systems to help the blind on buses'
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 3:47:25 PM
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One killed in widening army sweep in central Syria
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 3:50:26 PM
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Israeli gymnast wins silver medal at European championship
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 4:01:24 PM
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Price of gasoline set to decrease by 2.1%
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 4:29:12 PM
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Gantz: PA police deliberately fired on Ben Yosef Livnat
By YAAKOV KATZ \
5/29/2011 5:00:15 PM
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Why does the West misunderstand Abbas?
People insist on theorizing about how the Palestinians will react to the terms of a peace proposal; in doing so it becomes apparent that they are simply not listening to what the Palestinians themselves are saying loud and clear.
By EMMANUEL NAVON \
5/29/2011 11:12:12 PM
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'PA police purposely fired on Joseph's Tomb worshipers'
Gantz accepts IDF probe findings concluding gunfire that killed Ben Yosef Livnat was intentional, aimed at killing group of Jews who infiltrated site.
By YAAKOV KATZ \
5/29/2011 5:13:42 PM
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Livni criticizes Obama’s chronology for peace talks
All core issues must be discussed simultaneously, says opposition leader.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
5/29/2011 5:19:14 PM
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Report: Egypt frees Iran diplomat after spying probe
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 5:25:32 PM
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Geldof says Israeli aid to Africa is ‘noble’
At IsraAid conference in Herzliya, visiting rockstar-activist lauds fact
that ‘country born in misery and suffering aspires to assist Africa.’
By Gil Stern Stern SHEFLER \
5/29/2011 5:34:25 PM
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Cabinet approves creation of unit to fight tobacco use
Health Ministry unit aims to reduce the number of places where smoking is allowed, to restrict advertising, marketing of products.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 5:36:54 PM
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At least 8 killed as Syrian protesters defy gov't crackdown
Latest demonstrations galvanized by revelations that authorities apparently tortured, murdered a 13-year-old boy last month near Deraa.
By OREN KESSLER \
5/29/2011 5:45:51 PM
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'Egypt frees Iranian diplomat after spy probe'
Egyptian news agency says Iranian working at diplomatic mission in Cairo had operated in a way that breached diplomatic protocol.
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 5:49:08 PM
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Rebel Yemen army units urge military to oppose Saleh
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 5:49:25 PM
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Netanyahu announces new education reform
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 6:21:36 PM
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Police neutralize live sea mine found at Haifa port
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 6:21:58 PM
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Obama to nominate Russian adviser as ambassador to Moscow
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 6:24:48 PM
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Strauss-Kahn assembles crisis team to fight back
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 6:39:29 PM
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Drainage plan for polluted Kishon River okayed
700,000 tons of contaminated sludge to be treated; Park planned near Haifa.
By SHARON UDASIN \
5/29/2011 6:44:41 PM
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Germany to decide on nuclear phase-out plans
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 6:55:46 PM
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Leviathan drilling halted after technical fault
By GLOBES/AMIRAM BARKAT \
5/29/2011 7:00:40 PM
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Israeli Judoist Arik Ze'evi wins gold medal in Russia
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 7:06:56 PM
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Court to rule if hate crimes suspect to be extradited to US
By RON FRIEDMAN \
5/29/2011 7:15:13 PM
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Court to rule if hate crime suspect to be extradited to US
Suspect allegedly beat 2 African Americans in Brooklyn in 2008 and then escaped to Israel where he is also a citizen.
By RON FRIEDMAN \
5/29/2011 7:25:14 PM
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Herzog dares five Labor rivals to face-off in debate
Labor leadership candidate defends position to join PM's gov't, reveals US officials invited him to explain his diplomatic plan in Washington.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
5/29/2011 7:45:03 PM
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'Probe Israeli companies doing business with Iran'
Gov't watchdog calls for comprehensive investigation into Israeli business ties with Tehran in wake of Ofer brothers allegations.
By RON FRIEDMAN \
5/29/2011 7:45:03 PM
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10 dead, 300 sick from German E.coli outbreak
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 8:09:32 PM
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Health Ministry: No risk from tainted Spanish cucumbers
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 8:10:24 PM
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10 dead, 300 sick from German E.coli outbreak
Outbreak blamed on infected cucumbers from Spain; Health Ministry in J'lem: No recent import of Spanish cucumbers, produce to be tested.
By REUTERS AND JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
5/29/2011 8:24:02 PM
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IHH official says int'l body can inspect flotilla ships
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 8:30:17 PM
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We’ll sail all the way to Gaza, flotilla organizers vow
Activists undettered by Ban’s call to stay away; ships should be allowed through, some IDF officers say
By YAAKOV KATZ \
5/29/2011 8:42:32 PM
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Police preparing for wide-scale rioting in September
Danino says forces readying for possibility of civil struggle as Palestinians expected to unilaterally declare statehood.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
5/29/2011 8:45:53 PM
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Inspired by US Congress, MK asks to clap in Knesset
Ayoub Kara says allowing applause in the plenum would add color to the Knesset's "grey" atmosphere, bring respect to visiting leaders.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
5/29/2011 8:53:07 PM
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White House says it backs IMF selection process
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 9:00:06 PM
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US shares Karzai concern on Afghan casualties
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 9:01:25 PM
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New school reform to increase hours, wages for teachers
Teachers across Israel will receive a 53% salary increase; changes to go into effect beginning next school year.
By BEN HARTMAN \
5/29/2011 9:05:05 PM
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Thousands expected to visit Joseph's Tomb in Nablus
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:10:14 PM
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Report: Syria agrees to fully cooperate with IAEA
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:22:07 PM
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Rehasim: Boy, 11, lightly hurt after stabbed by 14-year-old
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:23:16 PM
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'Syria agrees to fully cooperate with IAEA'
Damascus reportedly gives in to western threats of UN Security Council action for continued failure to heed atomic watchdog.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:36:18 PM
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Katsav's attorneys request judge increase for appeal
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 9:52:27 PM
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Mubarak wealth no more than $1 m., lawyer says
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 9:58:49 PM
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Seeing (and hearing) is believing
As part of this week’s Jerusalem Day festivities, the Yaffo 23 gallery presents
‘Dissolving Localities,’ a live mix of audio-video recordings by seven artists.
By BARRY DAVIS \
5/29/2011 10:00:59 PM
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May 30: Arts in Brief
Grease’ star Jeff Conaway dies at 60; Sarah Silverman to perform in Tel Aviv; CSNY tribute band to rock Jerusalem; TA to host World Dance Festival.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
5/29/2011 10:06:33 PM
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A centenary salute
Israel this week marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Leah Goldberg.
She is today recognized as one of the nation’s greatest poets and playwrights.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
5/29/2011 10:12:43 PM
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Classical Review
Hagan Quartet; Israel Festival; Jerusalem Theater, May 24
By URY EPPSTEIN \
5/29/2011 10:20:57 PM
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Mubarak's wealth no more than $1 m., lawyer says
In CNN interview, attorney says toppled leader has no other assets in Egypt or abroad, claims Mubarak has "serious heart problems."
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:23:16 PM
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Leviathan drilling after water enters borehole
“We were very lucky that water, not gas, or God forbid, oil, penetrated the borehole," National Infrastructures Ministry source says.
By AMIRAM BARKAT/GLOBES \
5/29/2011 10:34:05 PM
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'Israel has third-fastest growing home prices in world'
Global Property Guide says Israel ranks behind only Hong Kong and Singapore.
By GLOBES CORRESPONDENT \
5/29/2011 10:37:33 PM
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Britain readies 'bunker-busting' bombs for Libya
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 10:38:18 PM
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'Israel considering int'l arbitration over Egyptian gas'
Ahram Online reports Egyptian officials have rejected Israel’s threats and are adamant that they will adjust the prices and only resume pumping gas after agreement is reached.
By GLOBES CORRESPONDENT \
5/29/2011 10:42:11 PM
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Ten years on, pain of Dolphinarium bombing still strong
Lilya Zhukovsky still has a clear memory of the last time she saw her daughter alive: It still feels like “it happened yesterday.”
By RUTH EGLASH \
5/29/2011 10:51:53 PM
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Peres to Italy to celebrate 150th anniversary of republic
Peres to Italy to celebrate 150th anniversary of republic.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
5/29/2011 11:01:20 PM
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Obama vows national response to Missouri tornado
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 11:02:01 PM
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Jerusalem takes center stage on Channel 1 this week
Yigal Ravid utilizes Israel Film Archives to bring viewers rare footage of Jerusalem from the end of the 19th century.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
5/29/2011 11:09:33 PM
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Say ‘no’ to smoking
The strictest of restrictions, or even a total ban, will never completely eradicate smoking as long as it is considered “cool” or respectable.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
5/29/2011 11:14:47 PM
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Beitar Illit: Boy lightly hurt after rocks thrown at car
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:15:42 PM
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Molotov cocktail thrown at Israeli car near Binyamin
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
5/29/2011 11:17:54 PM
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Referendum – a vital component of peace
The willingness of both Israeli and Palestinian leaders to make concessions will increase if they know that these concessions will be brought before the public prior to ratification.
By BOAZ GANOR \
5/29/2011 11:19:49 PM
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Belgrade protest against Mladic arrest turns violent
By REUTERS \
5/29/2011 11:26:07 PM
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May 30: Fallout from DC
Given the antagonism toward Israel made plain in Obama’s State Department speech, Netanyahu made a very supportive, appreciative and gracious speech to the president.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
5/29/2011 11:27:03 PM
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Appreciation: Arthur Goldreich
Anti-apartheid icon, Machal volunteer, and abstract painter.
By MAURICE OSTROFF \
5/29/2011 11:38:56 PM
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The limits of rhetoric
Netanyahu’s stirring phrases may have boosted his standing in the opinion polls, but opinion polls do not change reality.
By JEFF BARAK \
5/29/2011 11:43:03 PM
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Where fear and blindness dominate
Egypt is well on its way to becoming the next Iran.
By BARRY RUBIN \
5/29/2011 11:46:57 PM
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The Russian wave
The thorough secularism of Israel’s population from the former Soviet Union, coupled with the thrust of its politics, severely tests the notion of the Jewish state as the forge of a national Jewish identity.
By YEHUDAH MIRSKY \
5/29/2011 11:53:39 PM