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Thousands of Israeli seniors to get third COVID jab on Sunday
Herzog kicks off the booster campaign at Sheba Medical Center on Friday * Health Ministry to toss 80,000 doses of expired vaccines * Serious cases rise above 200
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
7/31/2021 9:43:45 PM
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Artists cut ties with museum over owners' alleged Israel connection
The Boycott/Divest Zabludowicz (BDZ) movement, which was established in 2014 and calls for a boycott of the Zabludowicz Art Trust, authored letters in which artists cut ties with a London museum.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 8:49:00 AM
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Police seal off Paris street after car crashes into cafe
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 1:28:04 AM
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Israeli arrested in London for allegedly causing £125,000 in damage
The man was staying at the hotel for business.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 1:24:00 AM
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Proposed US arms sale to Nigeria on 'hold' over human rights concerns
Foreign Policy reported earlier this week that the State Department had informally notified Congress of the proposed sale but it was frozen in the Senate committee.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 8:10:32 AM
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Viruses display unexpected genetic evolution
Viruses swap out one of their four base genetic letters for a new fifth, Z, which is an expression of an unexpected genetic evolution.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 7:47:16 AM
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Antisemitic mural appears after Dutch soccer star joins ‘Jewish’ team Ajax
The mural contained the text "Jews always run away."
By ASAF SHALEV / JTA \
7/30/2021 2:29:28 AM
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Jewish and Arab youth take part in joint soccer match
Jewish and Arab children will be able to meet with Paris Saint Germain player Ander Herrera as part of a coexistence program organized by the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 8:53:39 AM
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Harvey Weinstein loses bid to dismiss three LA sex crime charges
Weinstein, 69, who was convicted of rape at a trial last year in New York, is facing a total of 11 new charges involving five women in the Beverly Hills and Los Angeles area between 2004-2013.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 2:35:23 AM
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Israel Fire and Rescue to use MDA tech in new dispatch system
An emergency system developed in-house by Magen David Adom, is perfectly suited for the needs of Israel Fire and Rescue services.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 7:53:50 AM
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Virginia House GOP candidate likens being conservative to Nazi Germany
A number of Republicans over the last year, including the prominent House Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert, have likened coronavirus restrictions to the Nazi treatment of Jews.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
7/30/2021 2:51:53 AM
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In 3rd Olympics outing, Australian Jewish paddler Jessica Fox wins gold
The paddling event is open to women because of Jessica Fox's advocacy.
By EMILY BURACK/ JTA \
7/30/2021 2:56:26 AM
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Jewish NYC council member sentenced to 3 months in prison for tax evasion
Chaim Deutsch evaded more than $82,000 in property taxes between 2013 and 2015. He operated a real estate business in addition to being a councilman.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
7/30/2021 2:59:45 AM
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Meet the artisanal gefilte fish man who wants you to eat more vegan food
While vegan food may sound like a far cry from the classics of Ashkenazi cuisine, Yoskowitz said vegetarianism has also had a historic role as part of Ashkenazi food culture.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
7/30/2021 3:14:38 AM
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Jewish reliever Bleier throws scoreless inning on Jewish Heritage Day
“Today was special, and it was an honor to play on Jewish Heritage Day," said Richard Bleier.
By MARVIN GLASSMAN / JTA \
7/30/2021 3:34:30 AM
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We tried these American hummus flavors so you don’t have to
Americans haven’t just embraced hummus, they have found truly appalling ways to make it their own. Here are the most horrifying flavors we could find.
By SHANNON SARNA/JTA \
7/30/2021 3:36:47 AM
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These Jewish athletes have won medals at the Tokyo Olympics
Dozens of Jewish athletes are competing in the Games this year.
By EMILY BURACK/JTA \
7/30/2021 3:42:01 AM
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Simone Biles exemplifies the Jewish value of pikuach nefesh
Athletes are setting boundaries to preserve their mental and physical health — creating their own version of pikuach nefesh, the Jewish principles of preserving life above all else.
By HANNAH S. PRESSMAN / JTA \
7/30/2021 3:44:57 AM
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NYC mayor: Get vaxxed by Monday to be protected by Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah begins on the evening of September 6.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
7/30/2021 3:47:22 AM
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Comedian Hannah Einbinder opens up about her Jewish identity
Einbinder is, professionally speaking, doing quite well. The 26-year-old standup comedian turned actress recently scored a nomination for outstanding supporting actress in a comedy series.
By MOLLY TOLSKY/JTA \
7/30/2021 3:54:19 AM
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Orthodox rules dominate Jewish ritual in Israel. Will this change?
For decades haredi, or ultra-Orthodox, politicians have dominated the nation’s religious affairs.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
7/30/2021 4:01:42 AM
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Ted Cruz blocks bill advancing Israel-Arab normalization
Ted Cruz cited the pressure on Israel to reach a two-state solution.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
7/30/2021 4:04:35 AM
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Two tornadoes touch down in Pennsylvania, several hurt
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 4:11:52 AM
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New summer program in Rahat allows tourists a glimpse into Bedouin life
A summer Arabic language program in Rahat will last a week, and participants in it will be hosted by local families, and gain exposure to local customs and culture.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 8:57:59 AM
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Hatzalah v MDA: Both organizations claim victory following court case
The case was a lawsuit brought by Magen David Adom (MDA) against United Hatzalah over claims that it had defamed the national first responder organization.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 6:21:35 PM
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International Space Station control thrown by Russian module misfire
Flight teams managed to restore the station's orientation by activating thrusters on another module.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 8:11:13 AM
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Biden named historian Deborah Lipstadt as Envoy to Combat Antisemitism
Deborah Lipstadt is Professor of Modern Jewish History and Holocaust Studies at Emory University and founding director of the Institute for Jewish Studies.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
7/31/2021 7:00:41 PM
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Former US Senator Carl Levin, Democrat of Michigan, dead at 87
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 5:45:23 AM
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Liberman to propose full budget plan on Sunday
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 6:19:16 AM
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US CDC report calls Delta variant as contagious as chickenpox - NYT
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 8:20:31 AM
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Palestinian man killed during clashes with IDF troops
20 year-old Shawkat Khalil Awad was killed after the funeral for another Palestinian youth killed by IDF fire
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
7/31/2021 4:44:14 PM
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Both Israeli judokas lose in their respective games at Tokyo Olympics
"Maybe I should have believed in myself more," Sasson said, reflecting on his loss.
By GADI ZAIG \
7/30/2021 9:03:14 AM
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US Pentagon-sized asteroid to fly close to Earth in August
The 1.37 km. 2016 AJ193 is bigger than 99% of asteroids. It's 1.5 times bigger than the Burj Khalifa, over 3 times bigger than the Empire State Building and nearly 4.5 bigger than the Eiffel Tower.
By AARON REICH \
7/30/2021 1:07:01 PM
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IDF to speed up COVID home tests, purchase more kits
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 9:25:22 AM
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NSO blocks governments from using Pegasus tracking software
The move follows the visit of Israeli government officials to the NSO headquarters in Herzliya.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
7/31/2021 4:22:42 PM
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Coronavirus in Israel: Over 2,000 test positive for fourth day in a row
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 10:00:03 AM
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Iran blamed as two killed in strike on Israeli-managed ship
Romanian, Brit dead * Lapid to UK FM: There’s ‘need to respond severely to attack’
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
7/31/2021 11:29:52 PM
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Sailor charged with arson attack on USS Bonhomme Richard missile ship
The fire was started on July 12, 2020 and ravaged the ship for five days while it was docked in San Diego at the end of a two year-long $250 million upgrade. The ship will be scrapped.
By AARON REICH \
7/30/2021 12:56:09 PM
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Mixing Russia's Sputnik V, AstraZeneca shots proves safe in small trial
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 11:20:18 AM
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Australia PM says need 80% of population vaccinated before reopening
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 11:22:34 AM
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Shabbat candle-lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat times for your area.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 11:57:15 AM
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Yossi Shain, a new MK, mixes academic success with political ambition
“It’s remarkable,” he said. “It’s a tapestry of Israel and it’s remarkable we put it together," said scholar and Yisrael Benteynu MK Yossi Shein.
By GIL HOFFMAN,AVI GRANT,JORDAN PIKE \
7/30/2021 11:57:35 AM
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Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over breach in 'Black Widow' contract
Johansson, who comes from an Ashkenazi Jewish family, has been playing the Avenger Black Widow since 2010 in Iron Man 2. This is reportedly the last time that she will play the comic book character.
By GADI ZAIG \
7/30/2021 1:39:49 PM
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#ShameOnBenAndJerrys: Pro-Israel activists slam ice cream firm on Twitter
A "tweetstorm" was launched by Israeli activists in response to the perceived antisemitic nature of a Ben & Jerry's boycott, which was seen as being aligned with BDS.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 1:52:15 PM
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Coronavirus in the IDF: 318 active cases, 682 in quarantine
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 1:55:59 PM
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Israel baseball team plays against United States at 2020 Tokyo Olympics
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 3:00:42 PM
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Over 100 Palestinians protest in West Bank, nine injured in IDF clashes
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 8:50:38 PM
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Shooting incident targets Tel Aviv hotel where Yair Netanyahu was staying
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 3:44:50 PM
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Taliban fighters enter provincial capital, clash with Afghan forces
Afghan security forces and Taliban fighters have been locked in heavy clashes for the last two days after the insurgents entered the capital of the southern province of Helmand.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 3:42:33 PM
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FBI probe: chemicals in Beirut blast fraction of original shipment
The amount of ammonium nitrate that blew up at Beirut port last year was one fifth of the shipment unloaded there in 2013.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 3:50:53 PM
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Fire breaks out near tomb of Rabbi Meir in Tiberias
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 5:42:17 PM
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Olympics: US thrash Israel 8-1 in baseball
Joe Ryan, 25, a prospect traded a week ago to the Minnesota Twins from the Tampa Bay Rays, allowed a solo home run and struck out five over the first six innings
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 4:06:36 PM
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Israeli indicted for terror attack on Taybeh resident near a mosque
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 4:24:55 PM
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No toxic fallout from German chemical blast, official says
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 4:29:46 PM
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Vaccines can reduce risk of hospitalization by 90% in elderly - report
A report found that in southwest Washington, for people 65 years old and older, the risk of hospitalization in those fully vaccinated was reduced by 90%, and in those partially vaccinated by 75%.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 5:47:42 PM
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US Vice President Harris to visit Vietnam, Singapore
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 4:52:14 PM
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Tunisian security forces arrest MP who criticized president
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 4:58:19 PM
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Amos Levitov, legendary air force pilot captured by Egypt, dies at 73
Amos Levitov was captured by the Egyptian military during the War of Attrition on July 5, 1970 and was considered a legendary pilot.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 5:39:12 PM
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Russia opens case against WhatsApp for violating personal data law
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 5:44:35 PM
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Health Minister Horowitz threatens to vote against new state budget
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 5:56:16 PM
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On this day: Yael Arad wins first silver medal for Israel in 1992 Olympics
29 years ago today, Yael Arad became the first Israeli to win an Olympic medal, winning a silver in the half-middleweight class in judo.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 6:37:44 PM
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EU adopts legal framework for Lebanon sanctions - statement
The European Union said on Friday it had adopted a legal framework for a sanctions regime targeting Lebanese individuals and entities.
By REUTERS \
7/31/2021 1:38:44 AM
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Saudi-led coalition: intercepted drone attack on Saudi commercial vessel
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 7:00:57 PM
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Israeli startup develops 2m. dollar system to enhance e-sports training
The system incorporates technology which analyzes the player's reaction, thought process and play style, used to improve cognitive abilities and enhance the player's skills.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 7:43:20 PM
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Rabbi Drukman hospitalized in Kaplan Medical Center
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/30/2021 7:43:55 PM
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Only half of Israelis want a third COVID-19 vaccine shot - survey
Israeli belief in the effectiveness of the Pfizer vaccine appears to be on the decline.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
7/31/2021 8:19:45 PM
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Shots fired outside Berlin store, several injured -media
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 8:39:43 PM
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US State Dept. gives green light to sale of helicopters to Israel
The deal, worth $3.4 billion, will see Israel receive 18 CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters to replace the aging Yasur squadron.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
7/31/2021 4:19:46 PM
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US issues new Cuba sanctions, Biden promises more to come
Targets of the sanctions are two Cuban police force leaders, as well as the Cuban interior ministry's national police force, the department said.
By REUTERS \
7/31/2021 1:25:54 AM
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In blow to Trump, Justice Dept OK's release of damning memo, taxes
"Just say that the election was corrupt + leave the rest to me and the R. Congressmen," Trump, referring to Republican lawmakers, told Jeffrey Rosen in a Dec. 27 phone call.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 11:23:44 PM
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Bennett to shift COVID policy, focus on hospital capacity - report
The number of COVID cases or seriously ill patients will no longer be the determining factor for decisions on Israel's policy regarding enforced restrictions, according to N12.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
7/31/2021 11:25:01 AM
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UN compound attacked in western Afghanistan, at least one guard killed
UNAMA said the attack was against the entrances of the compound that were clearly marked as a UN facility.
By REUTERS \
7/30/2021 11:46:01 PM