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Forget about those rockets - it's time for a laugh!
Eretz Nehederet, the nation's top TV satire show - interrupted the grim news from the South.
Gil Stern Stern Sasson \
12/31/2008 1:21:52 AM
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Analysis: A head-spinning time-out?
Whose heads was Barak spinning with talk of a 48-hour cease-fire?
David Horovitz \
12/31/2008 1:27:19 AM
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Hamas: PA conspiring with Israel
Group says Abbas knew of attack in advance and plans to use it to retake control of the Gaza Strip.
Khaled Abu Toameh \
12/31/2008 1:34:14 AM
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Polish volunteer dodges rockets for MDA in Ashkelon
21-year-old Dominique Borovska is taking part in an MDA program for foreign volunteers.
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
12/31/2008 1:37:26 AM
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IAF operation draws mixed reactions in Central Europe
The spectre of increased anti-Israeli reactions in Central Europe looms large.
BENJAMIN WEINTHAL, jpost correspondent, berlin \
12/31/2008 1:40:07 AM
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Analysis: While Israel fights in Gaza, Egypt and Saudi Arabia take on Iran
While Israel in Gaza, Egypt and Saudi Arabia take on Iran.
Jonathan Spyer \
12/31/2008 1:41:23 AM
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Barak: 'Special security situation' for towns within 30 km. of Gaza
Schools will remain closed in all towns located within the 30 km. radius.
Yaakov Katz \
12/31/2008 1:42:29 AM
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Druse officer killed was grandson of Likud MK
Yaakov Katz \
12/31/2008 1:43:18 AM
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'Victims of Hatred'
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Ashdod still recovering from shock of rocket attack
Mother of four killed in Grad missile attack laid to rest; Mayor: We will not be broken.
SHELLY PAZ \
12/31/2008 1:45:29 AM
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'You can grit your teeth and bear it'
ABE SELIG and DIANA GERSHMAN \
12/31/2008 1:47:34 AM
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Ashkelon exploits lull to open more bomb shelters
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
12/31/2008 1:48:25 AM
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Education Committee meets under rocket fire in Sderot
Efforts underway to ensure all pupils have computers at home.
ABE SELIG \
12/31/2008 1:49:28 AM
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Man charged with spying for Saddam denied bail
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Hundreds of Arabs protest Israel in US
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China's Hu calls for faster rebuilding in Sichuan
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Ex-Army engineer pleads guilty to charges he spied for Israel
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Ex-Army engineer pleads guilty to charges he spied for Israel
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China dairy manager on trial for milk scandal
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IDF troops arrest 22 Palestinian fugitives in the West Bank
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 6:53:49 AM
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Ex-US Army engineer admits spying for Israel
Former engineer pleads guilty to passing classified info in 1970s and '80s; prison time unlikely.
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Local Soccer: IFA cancels weekend's games
Decision made due to the security situation in the south of the country.
ALLON SINAI \
12/31/2008 7:46:39 AM
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Staying a fan from afar
When I moved to Israel just over a year ago, I feared my days of hard-core sports fanaticism were coming to an anti-climactic end. Boy, was I ever wrong.
URIEL STURM \
12/31/2008 7:48:49 AM
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Sinai Says: A spark of inspiration at Maccabi Ashdod
With rockets dominating even the sporting headlines in Israel in recent days it's easy to forget the positive side of sports.
ALLON SINAI \
12/31/2008 7:49:53 AM
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Kassam rocket strikes open area in Sha'ar Hanegev; none wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 8:01:34 AM
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IAF hits mosque storing rockets
Yaakov Katz \
12/31/2008 8:34:17 AM
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Grad rocket strikes south of Beersheba; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 8:35:52 AM
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School closure saves lives of pupils
Rocket pierces through Beersheba classroom ceiling; kindergarten sustains hit; none wounded.
ABE SELIG \
12/31/2008 8:49:23 AM
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Kassam rocket strikes open area in Eshkol region; none wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 9:09:48 AM
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Palestinians fire Grad rocket at Netivot; no casualties
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 9:11:20 AM
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Popular Resistance Committees claims responsibility for Kassam attack
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 9:27:42 AM
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Ofakim hit by rockets for second time; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 9:32:56 AM
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Terrorists fire rockets at Kiryat Malachi area; no casualties
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 9:54:24 AM
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Kassam strikes open area outside of Sderot; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:01:51 AM
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Pakistan kills 3 in Afghan supply route operation
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Another rocket strikes Beersheba; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:17:08 AM
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Large banks charge lower basic fees
The bank-fee reform, which has caused much controversy, reduced the number of fees from 198 to 72.
SHARON WROBEL \
12/31/2008 10:27:13 AM
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Price of gas to fall 5%
The price of gasoline, set by the government, is calculated by averaging international oil prices and the value of the shekel against the dollar.
SHARON WROBEL \
12/31/2008 10:34:07 AM
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Absorption Ministry opens emergency hotline for new immigrants
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:36:37 AM
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Grad rocket hits Route 6; no wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:36:56 AM
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Ashkelon's economy suffers under the shadow of rockets
"Citizens are living in fear," shwarma stand owner said, citing an 8 percent drop in business in recent days. "It's a catastrophe."
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
12/31/2008 10:38:40 AM
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Two rockets strike Ashkelon; one lightly wounded, a number in shock
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:42:19 AM
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Madoff liquidation trustee gets $28 million for costs
The trustee presiding over the liquidation of Madoff's investment firm, said he needed the money to cover employee salaries and other costs.
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Shekel rises most in 10 years against dollar
This came about despite Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer lowering the benchmark rate to a record 1.75%.
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Rockets strike near Ashdod, Sha'ar Hanegev; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:55:23 AM
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Kouchner, Sarkozy consider Israel trip over Gaza violence
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Your Taxes: Liechtenstein opens up
The United States and Liechtenstein have signed a "tax information exchange agreement" that may affect you even if you do not reside in either country.
LEON HARRIS \
12/31/2008 11:04:41 AM
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What's New in the EU: EC warns French electric company
The European Commission is concerned contracts may prevent industrial customers from switching to other providers.
ARI SYRQUIN \
12/31/2008 11:11:51 AM
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New Zealand airline flies jetliner partly run on biofuel
The airline is the latest carrier to experiment with alternative fuels, aiming to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and combat rising oil prices.
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Egypt cancels official New Year celebrations
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High Court rules to allow foreign media into Gaza
Etgar Lefkovits and Jpost.com staff \
12/31/2008 11:40:05 AM
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For the first time, rocket strikes Gedera; no wounded reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 11:51:46 AM
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Palestinians fire two rockets at Sha'ar Hanegev region; no casualties
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 12:03:38 PM
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Shin Bet head: Hamas dealt serious blow; operatives hiding-out in hospitals
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 12:12:02 PM
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65% of JPost.com readers want ground op
54% of the 5,500 who took survey say Israel's main goal in Gaza operation should be to topple Hamas.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 12:13:40 PM
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Diskin: Hamas dealt a 'serious blow'
Shin Bet chief: Operatives posing as doctors hiding out in hospitals; mosques used as command HQs.
HERB KEINON \
12/31/2008 12:23:27 PM
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Dubai New Year ban over Gaza sparks confusion
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Two rockets strike Ashkelon; no word on damage or casualties
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 12:28:19 PM
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Peres: We won't accept 'Terror Strip'
Amid alarms and rockets, president visits Ashkelon children in bomb shelter, praises IDF efforts in Gaza.
Elana Kirsh \
12/31/2008 1:03:33 PM
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Families from South who wish to be hosted requested to call hotline
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 1:07:13 PM
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MDA declares 'unprecedented' high alert throughout Israel
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 1:18:32 PM
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Injured Palestinian boy allowed into Israel to receive treatment
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 1:47:55 PM
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Kassam strikes near community in Eshkol region; none wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 1:53:25 PM
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Saudi FM, Arab League chief blame IDF op on Palestinian rift
"This terrible massacre would not have happened if the Palestinian people were united behind one leadership and one voice," says Faisal.
BRENDA GAZZAR \
12/31/2008 2:04:22 PM
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Gazans don't know where to turn for refuge
Palestinians who fled to Egypt during border breach returned to Strip; UN: Asylum is being denied.
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Report: IAF helicopter carries out assassination in Rafah
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Cash instead of subsides in Iran
Bill part of the government's plans to tackle the country's economic problems [The Media Line].
The Media Line News Agency \
12/31/2008 2:16:11 PM
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4 rockets strike Ofakim area; no reports of wounded or damage
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 2:24:13 PM
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Israeli dance gets exposed
Some 60 festival and dance center directors from the around the world will watch the 36 Israeli dance pieces at Tel Aviv's Suzanne Dellal Dance Center.
JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/31/2008 2:35:07 PM
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Beersheba theaters, movie cinemas halt performances due to rocket fire
JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/31/2008 2:37:25 PM
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Publisher pulls kids' Holocaust book
Angel Girl, based on Herman Rosenblat's tale of meeting his future wife at a concentration camp, has been pulled after he acknowledged his didn't meet his wife during the war.
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US senator hopeful for Syria-Israel peace treaty
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Diplomatic bid for truce to intensify
Livni meets Sarkozy, Kouchner; says Israel allowing aid into Gaza; warns against legitimizing Hamas.
HERB KEINON \
12/31/2008 2:51:24 PM
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Report: Saudi authorities arrest cleric who incited against Israel
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UN official calls for immediate opening of Gaza crossing to transfer aid
Elana Kirsh \
12/31/2008 3:50:28 PM
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4 Kassams slam into open areas of w. Negev; no casualties reported
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 3:56:48 PM
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Saudi 'Israel inciting' cleric arrested
Awadh al-Garni had called on Muslims to avenge Gaza op by targeting Israeli interests "everywhere."
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Bomb explodes in Spain after warning call from separatist group; 1 injured
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Hamas: We'll look at cease-fire which ceases Israeli attacks, lifts siege
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 5:05:04 PM
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Arab world tones down New Year's amid Gaza crisis
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World bids a relieved adieu to a rocky year
Fireworks explode over Sydney Harbor, as the world's first major city to ring in '09 celebrates with cheers, beers and a sense of relief.
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2 Israelis wounded in Denmark shooting
Middle Eastern-looking man fires at Dead Sea cosmetics stall in Odense mall; attacker flees.
JPOST.COM STAFF AND AP \
12/31/2008 5:39:09 PM
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Eichmann trial transcripts available on Internet in English, Hebrew
Etgar Lefkovits \
12/31/2008 5:41:58 PM
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Yad Vashem publishes guide on anti-Semitism to mark Wiesenthal anniversary
Etgar Lefkovits \
12/31/2008 5:45:30 PM
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Poll: 90% support Cast Lead; 69% pleased with Gov't's handling of op
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 6:00:05 PM
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Wounded Gaza civilians treated in Israel
7-year-old suffering head wounds from IAF strikes rushed through Erez crossing to Petah Tikva.
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
12/31/2008 7:05:38 PM
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Iran shuts paper for Hamas criticism
Statement in daily called Hamas terror organization that hides in schools, draws civilian casualties.
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Bush wants truce Hamas will respect
Olmert assures US president that Israel is doing its utmost not to harm civilians in Gaza.
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Ben-Eliezer: Gaza operation likely to last much longer
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 7:38:03 PM
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Barak extends "special condition" to communities 40 km from Gaza
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 7:48:52 PM
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IDF: 95% of 500 targets hit in Operation Cast Lead
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Analysis: The weather favors Hamas
The air campaign in Gaza has all but run its course, and now is the time to switch focus.
amir mizroch \
12/31/2008 8:42:33 PM
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More water to be desalinated this year
EHUD ZION WALDOKS \
12/31/2008 9:08:25 PM
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Europe has a plan
Brussels may have the luxury of deluding itself about Hamas's intentions and capabilities. Jerusalem does not.
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Radio days
Young successful journalist Tsega Melaku is ready to take on yet another challenge as director of Israel Radio's Reshet Alef.
Ruth Eglash \
12/31/2008 9:13:16 PM
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Q&A with Tsega Melaku
"It has to be understood that we did not come here just for a few years to find a better life outside of Ethiopia, we came to live here forever."
Ruth Eglash \
12/31/2008 9:16:09 PM
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January 1: Cease-fires that aren't
If the government decides on a cease-fire, it should make clear: Nothing happens until Gilad Schalit is returned.
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No more Mr. Nice Guys
Judge leaders by their actions, not by their likability.
Jeff Barak \
12/31/2008 9:25:29 PM
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Gaza solution is in the hands of Palestinians
If Hamas had stopped pounding Israel with its rockets, Israel would not have launched its attack.
TAWFIK HAMID \
12/31/2008 9:27:10 PM
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Realistic goals for Operation Cast Lead
While a Hamastan in Gaza is not the ideal neighbor for Israel, there are several advantages to continuous Hamas rule.
Efraim Inbar \
12/31/2008 9:28:04 PM
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The Gaza war follows us
Seeking shelter in a sewer pipe in the refugee camp after our expulsion from Gush Katif.
RACHEL SAPERSTEIN \
12/31/2008 9:32:05 PM
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Civil Fights: A PR campaign that is three years too late
It is hard to explain why rockets are intolerable even if they don't kill.
Evelyn Gordon \
12/31/2008 9:33:17 PM
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Making sure Hamas does not become another Hizbullah
Jerusalem should not mistake Fatah's and Egypt's animosity to Hamas as a permanent green light.
MEIR JAVEDANFAR \
12/31/2008 9:34:50 PM
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Rattling the Cage: The just war and the unjust war
If we can have a long-term cease-fire with Hizbullah, I don't see why we can't have one with Hamas as well.
LARRY DERFNER \
12/31/2008 9:36:19 PM
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India and Israel: A bond is forged
Both states are uniquely stable entities in a largely chaotic region stretching from North Africa to the Himalayas.
HARSH V. PANT \
12/31/2008 9:37:20 PM
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Habayit Hayehudi assails National Union for 'desecrating religious Zionism'
Orlev: "Hilltop youth and Baruch Marzel, who throw rocks at soldiers, who refuse IDF orders are not a part of religious Zionism."
Matthew Wagner \
12/31/2008 9:41:05 PM
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US students spending winter break volunteering in South
"We spend the day doing service work, but every now and then, we hear a military plane flying overhead."
JESSICA FREIMAN \
12/31/2008 9:42:14 PM
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Pope: For 2009, world needs sobriety, solidarity
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Gazprom: Russia to cut gas supplies to Ukraine
Russian gas company makes decision after talks end with no agreement on how much Ukraine will pay for natural gas shipments in 2009.
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2 rockets fired by Gaza terrorists hit Beersheba area; none hurt
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:08:38 PM
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Nasrallah: Israelis haven't learned lessons of Second Lebanon War
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 10:47:45 PM
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Sarkozy announces Israel trip over Gaza violence
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54 die in nightclub fire in Bangkok
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Sick son of Holtzbergs dies; 'little Moshe' now alone
Dov, the emissaries' four-year-old son, who had been hospitalized with a genetic disease, was buried Tuesday on the Mount of Olives, near the graves of his parents.
Matthew Wagner \
12/31/2008 11:28:51 PM
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New Health Ministry ombudsman vows to speed up malpractice investigations
Prof. Chaim Hershko tells 'Post' he intends to deal with complaints as quickly as possible.
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
12/31/2008 11:30:09 PM
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'If IDF ceases aggression, we'll talk'
Haniyeh says if Israel stops op, opens crossings and lifts blockade, "all issues" will be addressed.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
12/31/2008 11:31:10 PM
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Three of the four health funds had no deficit in 2007
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
12/31/2008 11:31:27 PM
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Fish have longer memories than previously thought, say Technion scientists
Technion: While their memories may be good, they still aren't very brainy.
JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
12/31/2008 11:35:38 PM
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Israel to let 8 foreign reporters into Gaza
Reporters' group wants at least 12; correspondents say they're forced to rely on Palestinian sources.
Etgar Lefkovits \
12/31/2008 11:40:14 PM
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'US media see Al-Jazeera as biased'
Ben-Gurion University research finds reports over "Zionist genocide on Palestinians" are the norm.
Haviv Rettig Gur \
12/31/2008 11:43:05 PM
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Benetton store torched in Iran over 'link with Zionist network'
Teheran fire department says cause of incident, amid angry protests against Israeli onslaught on Gaza, under investigation.
amir mizroch \
12/31/2008 11:45:20 PM
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Al-Jazeera's graphic Gaza images inspire anger, hostility
Israeli officials and Palestinian Authority have long accused the station of being pro-Hamas.
BRENDA GAZZAR \
12/31/2008 11:47:13 PM
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Ben-Eliezer: Vital infrastructure is protected
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
12/31/2008 11:51:51 PM
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Negev's largest cities targeted by Hamas
Four hurt in rocket barrages; residents of South said to be following Home Front instructions.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
12/31/2008 11:53:39 PM
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Olmert, Barak and Livni say politics isn't influencing Gaza operation
Olmert: We're in a tense political period, but I won't allow anyone to inflame sensitive military calculations with politics.
Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
12/31/2008 11:54:53 PM
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President, party heads tour cities under fire
Peres, Netanyahu, Livni offer vote of solidarity to residents in harm's way.
SHELLY PAZ \
12/31/2008 11:56:17 PM
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Dozens of Arabs to be indicted for rioting
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
12/31/2008 11:56:57 PM