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In a call with Jewish leaders, Biden vows to confront antisemitism
“If we walk away from never again it's going to happen again,” Biden said during a White House call to celebrate Jewish high holidays
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
9/3/2021 1:10:06 AM
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At least 44 dead as Ida floods New York-area homes, subways
Hurricane Ida has killed at least 44 people in multiple states, and caused widespread damage and flooding
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 4:45:50 AM
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Syrian missile launched towards Israel, debris found in Tel Aviv
Late on Thursday night, Syrian air defense systems were activated as Israel allegedly hit targets in Damascus. The IDF destroyed Syrian SA5 batteries after a missile was fired towards Israel.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 11:43:12 PM
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Biden visits wounded US troops at military hospital in Maryland
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 3:54:52 AM
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COVID-19 study quantifies antibody response to Pfizer, Moderna vaccines
A new study offers insight into vaccine recipients' immune response by age.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 7:58:18 AM
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Two Arab youths injured in gunfight - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 4:50:14 AM
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Thousands party at Funjoya Festival despite COVID restrictions
In a rare move, Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis wrote a letter to the organizers, expressing her fear that the festival is a public menace and health hazard.
By HADAS LABRISCH \
9/3/2021 8:01:27 AM
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Kenneth Feinberg helps 9/11 families find ‘Worth’ in Obama-produced film
'Worth' is a somber movie to mark the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks
By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA \
9/3/2021 6:02:00 AM
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Greece appoints health minister who defended his antisemitic father
The elder Plevris appeared to advocate for keeping Auschwitz, the former Nazi death camp, “in good condition,” allegedly for the day it would again serve to kill Jews.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
9/3/2021 6:01:45 AM
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Two new synagogues open in Budapest
“It’s better that the synagogue lives than to have it remain disused as it has been for decades,” Robert Deutch, the president of MAOIH, told reporters last week.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
9/3/2021 6:09:54 AM
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Biden calls for ‘swift confirmation’ of Deborah Lipstadt to be antisemitism monitor
In Rosh Hashanah call with rabbis, Biden calls for ‘swift confirmation’ of Deborah Lipstadt to be antisemitism monitor
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
9/3/2021 6:17:19 AM
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Qatar behind image-conscious Taliban's return to Afghanistan - analysis
Doha officially hosted negotiations between the US and the Taliban and it was Doha that announced at the beginning of 2021 that a peace agreement had been reached.
By HUDHAIFA EBRAHIM/THE MEDIA LINE \
9/3/2021 7:17:28 AM
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Florida man flies 'Jew, I have a question' banner as marriage proposal
Turns out the banner wasn’t meant to be hate speech or a joke: It was a marriage proposal to a woman nicknamed “Jew.”
By BEN SALES/JTA \
9/3/2021 7:20:05 AM
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Japan's Suga drops out of party leadership race, setting stage for new PM
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 7:27:22 AM
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US President Biden declares hurricane emergency in New York, New Jersey
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 7:32:10 AM
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“Babyn Yar. Context" screens in Israeli premiere at Jerusalem Film Festival
The film is produced by renowned Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa, with the support of the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center.
By SPECIAL CONTRIBUTOR \
9/3/2021 7:32:51 AM
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Diego Schwartzman wins US Open match during flood, meets his fan Ben Stiller
The Jewish actor was in the stands at Armstrong to watch Schwartzman play, and had tweeted a video of the torrential rain pour on the grounds.
By EMILY BURACK/JTA \
9/3/2021 7:47:18 AM
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Montreal anti-vaxxer: No yellow star but vaccine mandates like Holocaust
Of the many anti-vaxxers to don the yellow star, Bitondo appears to be one of the few to take proactive, public steps to understand why so many people objected to it.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
9/3/2021 7:46:36 AM
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Qatari envoy arrives in Gaza Strip ahead of cash payments
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 7:53:30 AM
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Chabad rabbi makes Shabbat jacket to carry guns to synagogue
The jacket, which looks like any other kapota, closes with snaps instead of buttons for easy opening. Its cost: $550.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
9/3/2021 7:55:32 AM
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Afghan refugee evacuating Kabul used US Jewish group as lifeline
The Jewish Family Services in Seattle was instrumental in the extraction of Tahera and her family from Kabul as the city fell to the Taliban.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
9/3/2021 8:04:52 AM
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Orthodox rabbis urge Jews to take COVID vaccine ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Rabbis in Baltimore, Maryland, and New York’s Long Island released video messages calling on unvaccinated community members to take the shot.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
9/3/2021 8:11:57 AM
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Bennett attends IDF, Mossad and Shin Bet Rosh Hashanah toasts
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett spoke at IDF, Mossad and Shin Bet toasts ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 11:08:46 AM
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Pro-ISIS extremist attempts terrorist attack in New Zealand mall
The attacker was a Sri Lankan national known to New Zealand authorities, but was neutralized within 60 seconds of the attack starting.
By REUTERS AND AARON REICH \
9/3/2021 12:39:10 PM
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Poor troop placement at fault for Shmueli's death, not open-fire regulations
The Shmueli family stated they are "disappointed, hurt and frustrated by the investigation."
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
9/4/2021 3:26:33 PM
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IDF allegedly opens fire towards Palestinian shepherds - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 9:11:31 AM
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Taliban taps Abdul Ghani Baradar as new head of Afghanistan's government
Baradar is the co-founder and de facto leader of the Islamist organization, though in theory serves under Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
By REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 10:37:23 AM
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Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Bnei Menashe Jews try gefilte fish for the first time
Some of them enjoyed the taste of gefilte fish, while others politely referred to the traditional dish as an "acquired taste."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 9:40:31 AM
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Police arrest suspect accused of 5 antisemitic assaults in Stamford Hill
The assaults are part of a major increase in the number of antisemitic incidents recorded in the United Kingdom this year by CST.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 10:04:03 AM
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Seven healthy and delicious sandwich ideas for you to try
We have collected for you the most delicious and healthy sandwiches that exist, because between us, who has the strength to cook now?
By Walla! \
9/4/2021 6:26:49 PM
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When do babies start laughing & smiling? An expert explains
When does a baby really begin to smile and when will he/she burst out laughing? An infant development specialist explains. Expect surprises during the first few months after birth.
By Daniel Saransky \
10/14/2021 8:16:27 AM
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This bad habit may be harming your pelvic floor without you knowing
There is a really gross thing which you regularly do when you shower which might be harmful. A pelvic floor specialist warns women to stop urinating in the shower.
By Walla! \
9/4/2021 6:29:08 PM
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Is calcium no longer absorbed into your body as it once was?
As the years go by, our body has a hard time utilizing the calcium it receives and directing it to the desired places. This leads to a decrease in bone density. What should we do?
By Walla! \
9/3/2021 10:37:48 AM
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Maccabi Haifa footballers receive third COVID-19 vaccine
Both senior and youth players got jabbed by MDA paramedics, as part of the campaign to encourage the Israeli public to get vaccinated.
By TAL SPUNGIN \
9/3/2021 12:11:20 PM
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Poland's chief rabbi: 'LGBTQ+-free zones is against Halacha'
The laws passed by Poland and Hungary that are seen by some as anti-LGBTQ+ have garnered significant controversy around the world.
By AARON REICH \
9/3/2021 12:06:29 PM
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Famous Israeli dancer arrested for raping 13-year-old - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 11:34:39 AM
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Shabbat candle-lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat times for your area.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 11:45:14 AM
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UN: Afghans not fleeing to Iran, Pakistan
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 12:37:55 PM
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UK foreign minister wants to engage with Taliban
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 12:39:11 PM
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Vladimir Putin calls to 'legalize political force' in Afghanistan
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 12:40:12 PM
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Clalit health services leads the way in the fight against the pandemic
By N. HOROVITZ \
9/3/2021 2:53:20 PM
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Trove of ancient Mesopotamian artifacts missing from Iraq found in Norway
The items had been part of a private collection in Norway, and while several witnesses were questioned there were no criminal charges.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 1:14:15 PM
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Yossi Dahan - life, family, and Eldan
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/3/2021 2:54:39 PM
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Oren Revach – leading Estee Lauder companies Israel
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/3/2021 2:55:54 PM
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On This Day: Lakhva Ghetto Uprising against the Nazis takes place
The Lakhva Ghetto Uprising is considered the first uprising in the Holocaust, and was pushed forward by the leader of the town's Judenrat and the Zionist youth.
By AARON REICH \
9/5/2021 1:34:01 AM
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Helping manage the health care crisis - the Israeli Medical Association
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/3/2021 2:57:25 PM
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EU aims for Kabul presence to coordinate engagement with Taliban
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 1:53:50 PM
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COVID can’t stop Leket! Leket Israel – rescuing surplus food for those in need
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/3/2021 2:59:14 PM
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Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center - treating body and mind
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/6/2021 1:29:34 PM
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Defense Ministry to relocate IDF bases, build housing units
IDF bases are being relocated to free up as much land as possible in areas of high housing demands as well as increase trade, tourism and employment.
By TAL SPUNGIN \
9/3/2021 2:38:42 PM
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Soroka Medical Center - center of healthcare innovation for Israel and the world
By COURTESY \
9/3/2021 3:01:58 PM
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Dr. Shlomi Codish leading Soroka university medical center, part of Clalit health services
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
9/3/2021 3:03:07 PM
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A conversation with Gabi Nachmani - wiping out housing poverty across Israel
By ELISHEVA WADLER \
9/3/2021 3:04:31 PM
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Edward Gant works hard to improve industry practices & product quality
By SARAH GOLDMAN \
9/3/2021 3:11:03 PM
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Poway synagogue shooter to plead guilty in federal case
John Timothy Earnest is set for a September 17 change of plea hearing in San Diego federal court, after previously pleading guilty to murder and other state charges in July.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 4:45:43 PM
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Israelis to celebrate Rosh Hashanah without new restrictions
Hebrew U: Serious cases to drop under 500 within next week or two
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
9/4/2021 9:43:26 PM
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Israel consulate in New York honors 20th anniversary of 9/11
Port Authority Police Superintendent Ed Cetnar, Rabbi Mendy Carlebach, and UJA-Federation of New York president Amy Bressman also attended the event.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 5:12:28 PM
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IDF disabled vets treatment reform: Hotline to operate 24/7
As part of the "One Soul" reform of services the Defense Ministry provides IDF veterans suffering from trauma, a support hotline will operate 24/7 at *8944.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/13/2021 12:36:49 PM
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Israel's COVID czar to travel to Uman on Rosh Hashanah
Tens of thousands of hasidim travel to Uman in Ukraine each year to pray at the tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov. Zarka will help ensure that the rules set by the two governments will be followed.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
9/4/2021 9:56:04 PM
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Lebanese ministers to make highest level visit to Syria in years
Lebanese government officials have mostly avoided Syria since war began there in 2011 as Beirut adopted a policy of staying out of regional conflicts.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 5:24:45 PM
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UK advisers decide against COVID vaccines for healthy 12 to 15-year-olds
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 5:41:02 PM
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Boy stung by scorpion in serious condition - MDA
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 5:51:54 PM
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Top US health officials say not enough data to recommend boosters widely -New York Times
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 6:04:27 PM
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NY, NJ governors say aid is coming as Ida death toll rises to 46
Murphy said there had been 25 fatalities in the state, up 2 from Thursday, and that at least 6 people remain missing. A total of 16 people have been confirmed dead in New York state.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 6:09:22 PM
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Israeli woman arrested in Turkey on suspicion of PKK involvement - report
An Israeli woman was arrested in Turkey on suspicion she is a supporter of the Kurdish PKK which is classified as a terror organization by a number of countries.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/4/2021 11:52:25 AM
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China, US fail to reach agreement on climate change - SCMP
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 6:55:41 PM
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Birthright trips to resume, no need for quarantine for those jabbed
Participants must be fully vaccinated with two or three shots of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or with one shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, to join a Birthright trip.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 7:12:54 PM
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US COVID-19 booster rollout to initially proceed with just Pfizer vaccine - source
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 7:18:09 PM
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US senators talk about two-state solution on Israel visit
The four senators arrived in Israel after a trip to Beirut, where they warned that Lebanon was in free fall as a result of its destabilizing financial meltdown.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF AND REUTERS \
9/4/2021 4:13:54 PM
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Taliban sources say their forces take Panjshir, in full control of Afghanistan
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 8:13:11 PM
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Police investigating if woman who robbed bank was coerced, kidnapped
Police are investigating if woman involved in a bank robbery involving a bomb threat may have been coerced and kidnapped to attempt the robbery.
By ALON HACHMON/MAARIV ONLINE AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 8:53:35 PM
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US sanctions Iranians over alleged plot to kidnap NY-based journalist
The sanctions come after US prosecutors in July charged the four with plotting to kidnap the New York-based journalist who was critical of Tehran.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 8:56:24 PM
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Biden orders declassification reviews of documents related to Sept 11
Biden said his order directed the Department of Justice and other agencies to "oversee a declassification review of documents" related to the FBI probe.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 10:09:14 PM
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Blinken: State Dept in 'constant contact' with Americans still in Afghanistan
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 9:51:44 PM
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Palestinians fire on IDF troops near Nablus - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2021 10:03:49 PM
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Nitzavim and Returnings
In Judaism, we emphasize the past through saying Kaddish (the Mourner’s Prayer) and Yizkor (the Memorial Prayer).
By MICHAEL M. COHEN \
9/3/2021 11:11:48 PM
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Lebanon deported Reuters journalist after questioning
By REUTERS \
9/3/2021 11:22:36 PM
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FIDF raises USD $2m. for haredi unit
The Friends of the IDF raised over two million dollars at an event celebrating members of the Nahal Haredi Battalion, a unit of ultra-Orthodox soldiers who forwent their legal exemption from service.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/4/2021 8:33:31 AM