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Fruit growers to receive NIS 50m. compensation for severe weather in ’92
During the winter of 1991 to 1992, storm conditions were grave enough to be deemed a natural disaster that caused heavy damage to agriculture.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 12:00:09 AM
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Agriculture theft in Israel drops 25 percent in 2013
In comparison to 2012, 2013 showed a 14.5% drop in the number of cattle- and sheep-stealing incidents, the police said.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 12:05:03 AM
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Israeli Arabs reject Liberman's bid for land exchange with Palestinians
Not Israel, the Palestinian Authority, or the Americans are considering this proposal during the negotiations, MK Ahmed Tibi said.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
1/6/2014 12:28:48 AM
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Leviathan partners sign first gas export agreement with Palestinian power firm
The drilling partners behind Israel’s large gas reservoir have sealed a $1.2 billion sales agreement with the Palestine Power Generation Company.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 12:50:13 AM
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Small plane crashes at Aspen airport, witnesses report explosion
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 12:53:15 AM
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Ministers vote to ban smoking on playgrounds
The bill, which was proposed by Yesh Atid MK Yoel Razbozov, is expected to pass its preliminary reading in the Knesset.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
1/6/2014 1:04:55 AM
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Provost delegation from US universities arrives to explore academic partnerships
The delegation includes experts in the fields of women and gender, research and treatment for cancer and other diseases.
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
1/6/2014 1:15:14 AM
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The return of 'Momo'
Former Birthright operator Shlomo Lifshitz is back to train Diaspora youth in firearms, self-defense.
By SAM SOKOL \
1/6/2014 1:31:33 AM
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Israeli ministers reject bills promoting two-state solution
One bill, submitted by MK Merav Michaeli (Labor), would make it illegal to build beyond 1949 armistice lines, unless it is approved by 80 MKs.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
1/6/2014 1:36:57 AM
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Cabinet rejects environment minister’s appeal against Eilat rail line
The cabinet first approved plans for the 260-kilometer line, which will stretch from Beersheba to Eilat, on October 6.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 1:44:39 AM
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Yahoo says some ads on its European sites spread malware
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 1:47:56 AM
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Ex-navy chief: Israel has defenses against Russian missile coveted by Hezbollah
Vice-Admiral (res.) Marom told the Post the West does not know very much about the Yakhont.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
1/6/2014 2:04:08 AM
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Jerusalem sitting pretty atop BSL standings
Josh Duncan scored a career-high 31 points, while also grabbing nine rebounds, with Lior Eliyahu adding 23 points and seven rebounds.
By ALLON SINAI \
1/6/2014 2:30:26 AM
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Eli Gutman to remain Israel's national soccer coach
Former Hapoel Tel Aviv manager is set to remain with the national team for two more years and guide the blue-and-white in Euro 2016 qualifying.
By ALLON SINAI \
1/6/2014 2:34:14 AM
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Israeli tennis star Pe'er downed in Sydney
Pe’er, ranked No. 77 in the world, fought back from a set and 4-0 down to force a decider but couldn’t complete a comeback.
By ALLON SINAI \
1/6/2014 2:36:45 AM
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Kerry's efforts
Kerry has managed singlehandedly and with prodigious exuberance to breathe life into what many thought was a hopeless undertaking.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
1/6/2014 2:48:30 AM
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On My Mind: Jewish partisans' valor
Some 20,000 Jews lived and fought in the primeval forests of Eastern Europe during the war.
By KENNETH BANDLER \
1/6/2014 2:55:59 AM
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Perspectives: Meaningful conversations are never futile
By reflecting on some simple questions with loved ones regarding priorities during life and at life’s end, clear goals can be established and uncertainty as well as regret can be minimized.
By BENJAMIN W. CORN \
1/6/2014 3:04:04 AM
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The Region: The presentation of the Palestinian Authority's argument is really pitiful
The situation of the Palestinians is due to decisions made by Palestinian rulers, negotiators and terrorists.
By BARRY RUBIN \
1/6/2014 3:16:17 AM
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Think About It: Jewish religious services in Israel
Why Israel needs, and has, a Ministry for Religious Affairs is one of the anomalies of the Israeli political system.
By SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF \
1/6/2014 3:27:52 AM
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Reality Check: Life decisions
My mother showed me how one can die bravely and with dignity, showing consideration for others.
By JEFF BARAK \
1/6/2014 3:34:37 AM
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American football: 49ers beat Packers in frigid wild card playoff
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 3:37:30 AM
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Japanese whale hunt puts pressure on Australian minister
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 6:13:01 AM
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Israeli rights group accuses Shin Bet of using torture despite High Court ban
Shin Bet says information obtained in interrogations prevents terrorism and saves lives.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
1/6/2014 7:08:59 AM
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What Are Your Hopes?
By PROFESSOR BEN CORN \
1/6/2014 8:07:00 AM
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Despite US concern, Afghanistan says 88 prisoners to be freed
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 8:58:25 AM
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Turkey's Erdogan says not opposed to military coup plot retrials
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 9:19:05 AM
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Iran ready to help Iraq fight al-qaida
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 9:43:39 AM
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Thousands of migrants march towards US embassy in Tel Aviv
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 9:57:28 AM
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Ten thousand migrants rally outside foreign embassies in Tel Aviv
Netanyahu says "no rallies or strikes will help" and stresses that "these are illegal work infiltrators" and not refugees.
By JPOST.COM STAFF, BEN HARTMAN \
1/6/2014 6:02:36 PM
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Security forces arrest Palestinian for stabbing of Israeli girl in Psagot
Shin Bet says motive is criminal, not nationalistic-terrorist; additional suspect arrested for involvement in incident.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
1/6/2014 10:30:02 AM
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Sharon's condition worsening every day, says hospital director
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 11:12:47 AM
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Ariel Sharon's condition worsening, won't improve without a 'miracle'
Update from hospital on former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon grim; situation worsening day by day, continued deterioration of organs.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 11:17:52 AM
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Around 10,000 protesters gathering at US embassy
By JPOST.COM STAFF, BEN HARTMAN \
1/6/2014 1:02:21 PM
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Meretz MK Horowitz calls for legalization of work permits for migrants
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 11:48:48 AM
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Herzog after meeting with Kerry: We've reached a historical moment in decision-making
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 11:50:18 AM
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Court indicts Arab-Israeli citizen for assisting Bat Yam bus bomber
By YONAH JEREMY BOB, JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 12:11:35 PM
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UNRWA violates human rights laws that protect children
Will US citizens let US funded education for terror continue unabated?
BY DAVID BEDEIN \
1/6/2014 12:36:46 PM
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Tel Aviv to commemorate LGBT victims of the Nazi Regime
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 12:58:47 PM
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State won't give former Israeli President Moshe Katzav retrial
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 1:00:07 PM
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel injured in ski accident
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 1:10:54 PM
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Knesset defense panel hasn't met in two months
Vote to make Edelstein Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman called off at last minute.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
1/6/2014 1:11:25 PM
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Tel Aviv to commemorate LGBT Holocaust victims
A monument in the form of a pink triangle will pay respect to the estimated 15,000 members of the LGBT community sent to concentration camps.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 1:35:01 PM
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Mick, Diaspora Man
By YISRAEL MEDAD \
1/6/2014 1:51:00 PM
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Firebomb thrown at Israeli civilian vehicle near Kalkilya, says IDF
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 2:21:48 PM
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Kerry leaves region after 5-day visit empty handed
US Secretary of State departs with no 'framework' agreement in place, expected to return next week.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 2:28:58 PM
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Man stabbed by Sudanese citizen in Tel Aviv, in moderate condition
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 2:38:43 PM
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Iran FM says his country is model of democracy for region
Visits by Italian, British lawmakers to Tehran represent a thawing in relations between Iran and Europe.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
1/6/2014 2:47:28 PM
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Nochi Dankner likely to be indicted for securities fraud
Final decision to indict Dankner taken by top officials at State Prosecutor's Office, at recommendation of Tel Aviv District Prosecutor.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
1/6/2014 2:57:20 PM
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Why our high tax burden produces subpar services
It all goes on perks for civil servants, whose average pay is twice that of private-sector workers.
By EVELYN GORDON \
1/6/2014 3:08:00 PM
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Dutch soccer team ditches Israeli player for Abu Dhabi match
Team facing criticism for agreeing to play matches despite United Arab Emirates' refusal to let Israeli defender Dan Mori into the country.
By JTA \
1/6/2014 3:09:26 PM
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Egypt police boost security at churches ahead of Coptic Christmas
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 3:13:26 PM
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Hope–filled or Hate-filled? What’s Your Dream?
By EARL COX \
1/6/2014 3:37:00 PM
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Gaza rocket fired towards Eshkol Regional Council; none hurt
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 4:03:53 PM
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Netanyahu hints he's willing to give up empty West Bank land
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
1/6/2014 4:27:14 PM
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Between the Black Widows and the White Socks
On the eve of the Winter Olympics, Putin's worst nightmare is the suicide attacks that have been carried out recently, mainly by women, under the sponsorship of radical Islamic elements of the Caucasus region.
By PROF. ALIZA SHENHAR \
1/6/2014 4:39:43 PM
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Netanyahu vows to fight for Israeli control over settlement blocs, Hebron
In closed-door Likud faction meeting, PM says he has successfully persuaded US Secretary of State John Kerry to adopt positions viewed more favorably by Jerusalem.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
1/6/2014 4:54:30 PM
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In surprise move, Hamas signals readiness for reconciliation with Fatah
The measures are seen as a direct result of the deep crisis facing Hamas in the aftermath of the ouster of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
1/6/2014 4:54:48 PM
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GivingTuesday Israel online social campaign raises record NIS 1,050,582 in charitable donations
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
1/6/2014 5:06:13 PM
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Isaac Asimov’s Jewish/Israeli predictions…for 2014
By BRIAN BLUM \
1/6/2014 5:32:00 PM
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French athletes defend, deny performing quenelle salute
Founder of French team Nice Dolphine says it is anachronistic to attribute anti-Semitic or pro-Nazi undertones to the quenelle gesture.
By JTA \
1/6/2014 5:33:05 PM
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The biased and flawed case for Snowden's clemency
Edward Snowden is neither a traitor nor a hero, neither a devil nor an angel. He is a man who used criminal means to achieve a positive end.
By ALAN M. DERSHOWITZ \
1/6/2014 5:34:05 PM
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US officials say Iran can play helpful role on Syria
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 5:39:53 PM
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Ariel Sharon's deteriorating situation draws interest from international press
BBC, Fox News, Reuters, AP and even Chinese media set up cameras at Sheba Medical Center awaiting news of the former prime minister's situation.
By CAMILLA SCHICK \
1/6/2014 5:52:27 PM
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Syria Islamists fight al-Qaida allies in Raqqa
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 6:16:27 PM
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Egypt summons Iran's charge d'affaires
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 6:18:12 PM
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German editorial rejecting Israel as Jewish state causes uproar
The Neue Osnabrücker Zeitung published an editorial on Thursday entitled “Israel as Jewish state: Unacceptable demand.”
By Benjamin Weinthal, Jerusalem Post correspondent \
1/6/2014 6:31:42 PM
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US Supreme Court halts gay marriage in Utah
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 6:34:08 PM
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Environmentalists urge state to limit activities of mineral miners
State has abandoned natural resources to tycoons rather than using them for public’s benefit, charges Hadash MK Henin.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 6:57:25 PM
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US officials say Iran can play helpful role on Syria
US says Tehran could work with Damascus to end bombardment of civilians, improve access for humanitarian groups.
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 7:09:57 PM
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Environment Ministry unit foils 25 trash smuggling attempts
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 7:13:03 PM
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US woman known as Jihad Jane sentenced to 10 years in plot
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 7:14:05 PM
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Turkey, Iran grow closer as Erdogan plans visit to Islamic Republic
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is planning a visit to Turkey in February.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
1/6/2014 7:16:26 PM
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Transportation Minister submits initiative for new Highway entrance into capital
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
1/6/2014 7:26:47 PM
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Olmert: Only an idiot prime minister would not make peace with Palestinians
Former PM insinuates Netanyahu is an "idiot," Sharon was revered only after lapsing into a coma.
By NOA AMOUYAL \
1/6/2014 7:44:57 PM
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Piron calls for closer ties between Education Ministry and youth groups
Piron said his office is considering differential funding for youth group chapters so that poorer Israelis get more funding.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
1/6/2014 7:54:57 PM
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Haifa mayor to serve as consultant to Chinese coastal city of Shenzhen
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
1/6/2014 8:10:14 PM
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Bank of Israel governor says number of working poor on the rise
Though labor participation and employment levels are at record highs, the overall poverty level has remained stable at around 20%.
By NIV ELIS \
1/6/2014 8:19:52 PM
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Health Ministry to require MDA to inform United Hatzalah of all emergencies
Although there are 140 private ambulance companies in Israel, only the eight-year-old UH and MDA are national organizations.
By JUDY SIEGEL \
1/6/2014 8:37:04 PM
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State files opposition to Katsav retrial for sex crimes
Former president's lawyer says there are factual and legal discrepancies" in the case; state: Discrepancies aren't new.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
1/6/2014 8:50:59 PM
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Abbas still waits word on details of Kerry's framework proposal
In a letter to Arab league Secretary-General Nabil Elarabi, Abbas said that Kerry was trying to reach a framework agreement of understandings and not an interim or final solution.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
1/6/2014 8:52:44 PM
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IDF investigates grenade hurled at base near Bethlehem
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
1/6/2014 9:03:01 PM
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UN formally invites countries to Geneva II summit on Syria
US officials hope Iran will press Assad privately, if not publicly, to slow bombing campaign
By MICHAEL WILNER \
1/6/2014 9:04:39 PM
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Senior EU and Iran officials to discuss atom deal this week
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 9:14:05 PM
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Tel Aviv municipality to scatter rabies vaccination bait for foxes, jackals
Municipal workers will in the coming days begin distributing the bait, which provides immunity to the animals upon swallowing.
By SHARON UDASIN \
1/6/2014 9:22:25 PM
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Liberman criticized for shift on peace process
Likud MK Feiglin: The foreign minister is encouraging concessions to Palestinians and endangering Israel.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
1/6/2014 9:26:37 PM
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Government touts debt forgiveness, management programs for sabbatical year
The next Shmita year starts at the beginning of the next Jewish calendar year which will be in September 2014.
By JEREMY SHARON \
1/6/2014 9:29:55 PM
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Turn in your old cellphone and raise needed funds for national bone marrow bank
Project initiated by the father of Amit Kadosh, a girl who recuperated from leukemia after undergoing a bone-marrow transplant.
By JUDY SIEGEL \
1/6/2014 9:46:03 PM
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Rick Wakeman says Yes to Tel Aviv
The veteran keyboard wizard is happy to invite audiences into his inner world.
By DAVID BRINN \
1/6/2014 9:49:27 PM
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Egypt's army chief Sisi seen edging closer to presidential bid
By REUTERS \
1/6/2014 9:54:22 PM
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A ‘Bang’ of a trip
Mayim Bialik of the hit series, ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ travels to Israel for a deeply personal 10-day visit.
By NOA AMOUYAL \
1/6/2014 9:56:49 PM
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Court to hear petition against state funding of private security for Jews in east Jerusalem
The ACRI petition alleges that security guards employed by the state represent a de facto “private police force.”
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
1/6/2014 9:56:59 PM
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Dance review: Inbal Pinto and Avshalom Polak – Dust
Dust fits perfectly to Inbal Pinto and Avshalom Polak's line of works they concoct in their unique Haute couture studio.
By ORA BRAFMAN \
1/6/2014 10:02:52 PM
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NGOs and migrants
Israel will never solve the socioeconomic ills of Africa. It does, however, risk losing its strong Jewish majority if it continues to absorb thousands of African migrants.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
1/6/2014 10:07:06 PM
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Israeli injured after Palestinian hurls explosive at Bethlehem holy site
An explosive was thrown at Rachel's Tomb, causing injuries to one man, who was evacuated to hospital by paramedics.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
1/6/2014 10:09:44 PM
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Our World: The long-term cost of releasing terrorists
Walking away from the phony negotiations will be painful. But as Kerry’s demands indicate, the price for remaining at the table gets higher by the day.
By CAROLINE B. GLICK \
1/6/2014 10:11:46 PM
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The key to preventing academic boycotts successes in the future
To be reactive may well be to be too late; being vigilant and proactive is the only way to ward off these attacks on academic freedom.
By EDWARD S. BECK \
1/6/2014 10:14:51 PM
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Long-distance grandparenting
One can share the emptiness with other LDGs in blogs, but pouring out one’s heart is no substitute for a grandchild who pops in on the way home from school or comes around on Friday evening.
By BRENDA NAOMI HERZBERG \
1/6/2014 10:21:22 PM
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January 7: Migrant solution
Israel could pass a law allowing companies to establish factories in industrial zones while providing room and board to their African employees plus a small monthly cash allowance.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
1/6/2014 10:32:30 PM
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Fundamentally Freund: Can Israel say ‘No’ to the US? Yes, we can!
Believe it or not, there are some things that are more important even than American goodwill. Survival, I dare say, is one of them.
By MICHAEL FREUND \
1/6/2014 10:40:26 PM
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No Holds Barred: Sharon’s failure to continue the struggle
Judaism loves peace and in our religion God’s very name is peace. Every day we pray and yearn for peace. But calling war peace will not make it so.
By SHMULEY BOTEACH \
1/6/2014 10:45:34 PM
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Only a 'miracle' could save Ariel Sharon's life, doctor says
While his heartbeat and blood pressure have stabilized, his kidneys and lungs have not returned to function.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
1/6/2014 10:47:21 PM
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Borderline Views: The implications of annexing the Jordan Valley
The Jordan Valley must not be allowed to become the new white elephant of the negotiation process.
By DAVID NEWMAN \
1/6/2014 10:49:33 PM
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The granting of ‘limited liability’ to the Palestinians
Tragically, the ambivalent and even tolerant responses to Palestinian aggression reflect a general moral relativism endemic in the West today, led by the United States.
BY LENNY BEN-DAVID \
1/6/2014 10:52:27 PM
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For whom the Claims Conference tolls?
Were the Jewish presses in Poland stolen during the war and transported to Germany worthless? Why this sudden loss of interest in stolen Jewish property? Is this not what the Claims Conference should take care of?
BY ALEXANDER ZVIELLI \
1/6/2014 10:55:50 PM
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MK Mitzna calls on state to be more active in addressing sexual education
Former Labor chief made remarks in the wake of the recent youth sex scandals, including the alleged gang rape of a 12 year old girl.
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
1/6/2014 11:03:07 PM
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MLA to bar pro-Israel campus groups from making presentations at Chicago conference
Hillel spokesman: We view this as precursor to academic boycott along lines of ASA and NAISA.
By J ACOB KAMARAS/JNS.ORG \
1/6/2014 11:06:44 PM
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New York tabloid under fire for coverage of murder of prominent hasid
Local politicians and members of New York City’s ultra-orthodox community have demanded an apology from the New York Post.
By SAM SOKOL \
1/6/2014 11:14:45 PM