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Coronavirus casts a cloud over Bethlehem Christmas festivities
No tourists means hard times in the holy city
By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE \
12/9/2020 12:21:28 AM
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Meet the UAE's second full time rabbi, result of peace deal
Physician, educator and scholar poised to assume pulpit as ‘normalcy’ kicks in
By FELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE \
12/10/2020 3:22:45 PM
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Trump administration engaged in solving MidEast crises before end of term
Resolving the crisis might help Turkey mend bridges with other Arab states, experts say.
By DIMA ABUMARIA/ THE MEDIA LINE \
12/9/2020 1:11:46 AM
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US Supreme Court rejects Republican challenge to Biden's Pennsylvania win
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 12:58:47 AM
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Helicopter crashes in French Alps, five killed
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 1:28:03 AM
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IRGC commander threatens 'Iran's enemies' after Fakhrizadeh assassination
In his response, Hossein Salami spoke about Iran's sworn enemies instead of Israel specifically.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/13/2020 3:03:35 AM
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UAE Ambassador: Argument against F-35 sale is political, not substantial
“Through the Abraham Accords, I think we basically prove that we are doubling down on our relationship with the United States."
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
12/9/2020 5:39:35 PM
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Biden vows 100 mln COVID-19 vaccinations in first 100 days
"In 100 days, we can change the course of the disease and change life in America for the better."
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 3:13:12 AM
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Ahead of Georgia Senate runoff, Rev. Warnock defends his record on Israel
Rev. Warnock also said he opposes the BDS movement.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
12/9/2020 7:15:27 PM
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How did the coronavirus impact change in US as it continued to spread?
As the pandemic progressed, the death toll which had originally been concentrated in cities had begun spreading to suburban and rural places.
By OMRI RON \
12/9/2020 11:47:16 AM
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Argentinian rugby players suspended over antisemitism, reinstated later
The messages, also against Black people and immigrants from neighboring countries, were made in 2011-12 by Pablo Matera, the team’s captain.
By JTA STAFF \
12/9/2020 4:33:19 AM
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Chabad of Long Island plans special Hannukah coronavirus-safe events
Some 35 events will take place across the New York City region, sponsored by its 38 Chabad branches.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 12:13:35 PM
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Coronavirus halted New York Jews' plans to unite after two deadly attacks
The number of hate crimes in New York City has dropped in 2020 but, officials acknowledge, it’s probably not just because of all the initiatives.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
12/9/2020 4:46:24 AM
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Two virtual Yiddish specials will be put up for Hanukkah
The Congress for Jewish Culture is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its first performance with a virtual performance of “The Dybbuk”
By CURT SCHLEIER/JTA \
12/9/2020 5:19:00 AM
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Farmers desecrate Jewish cemetery in Ukraine
The desecration happened three years ago in Hulyaipole, a town situated about 300 miles southeast of Kyiv, according to the TCN report Tuesday.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
12/9/2020 5:24:00 AM
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Biden considering possible China ambassadorship for former mayor Buttigieg
Buttigieg, an Afghanistan war veteran who battled Biden for the Democratic Party presidential nomination, was among the top contenders for the role of ambassador to the United Nations.
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 8:14:39 AM
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Biden names Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Jewish doctor, to head CDC
The Biden transition team said Walensky is a “leading expert on virus testing, prevention, and treatment.”
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
12/9/2020 6:21:22 AM
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Why this pandemic Hanukkah may be the most important of our lifetime
Although it seems Hanukkah this year will be more subdued, I predict it will actually be more meaningful than ever.
By RABBI LEVI GREENBERG/JTA \
12/9/2020 5:37:36 AM
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How a Bechdel test for Jewish texts is shaking up the beit midrash
The test has adherents among Hillel educators and is spreading among educators at pluralistic institutions of Jewish learning.
By SHIRA HANAU/JTA \
12/9/2020 5:46:37 AM
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AIPAC does not oppose F-35 sales to the United Arab Emirates
The Trump administration have been pushing hard for the sale in the administration’s waning days.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
12/9/2020 7:10:04 AM
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Worldwide coronavirus cases cross 67.73 million, death toll at 1,548,905
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:14:17 AM
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A new game lets you play Hanukkah goblins and shoot jelly doughnuts
In tabletop role-playing games — the best known is Dungeons and Dragons — the players aren’t constrained by a predesigned plot, as in a video game.
By MAYA MIRSKY/JTA \
12/9/2020 6:15:22 AM
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Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump buy large estate on elite Miami island
The home is a little more than an hour’s drive from Mar-a-Lago, President Trump’s home and club.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
12/9/2020 6:18:10 AM
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Tranportation, aviation restrictions extended until January 7
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 7:33:20 AM
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UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 9:06:09 AM
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EU promises COVID-19 vaccines, clean water for Gaza
According to the UN, there are 15,989 Palestinian COVID-19 cases in the West Bank and east Jerusalem, and 10,091 in Gaza.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
12/9/2020 7:50:13 PM
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Coronavirus in Israel: 1,719 new cases diagnosed on Tuesday
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 8:00:33 AM
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Netanyahu, Sa’ar, Bennett trade barbs as fight on Right begins
Poll finds Sa’ar-Yamina bond would beat Likud by six seats.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/10/2020 12:57:25 PM
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Religious female entrepreneur raises half a million dollars to save water
Too much water usage can be costly, both financially and environmentally.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 8:37:26 AM
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Israel to begin giving corona vaccines Dec. 27
First batch of Pfizer vaccine arrives • Goal is to administer 60,000 vaccinations a day • Edelstein: Anyone who innoculates will receive a ‘green passport’ and be able to travel freely
By HANNAH BROWN,MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 10:54:45 PM
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Case 4000: Prosecution withheld 6 documents from Netanyahu's defense team
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 9:30:46 AM
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Psychic Source - Real Psychic Readings or SCAM?
Psychic Source, Real Online Psychic Readings or Fake? Honest Review On Psychic Source Now offers 3 Minutes for Free.
By SARAH GOLDMAN \
12/9/2020 9:58:37 AM
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Knesset dispersal bill advances with March 16 election date
Blue and White aims to pass the bill into law next week.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 11:38:18 AM
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Halie Soifer promoted to CEO of Jewish Democratic Council of America
"This title is much deserved and a reflection of the fact that Halie was the very best person to lead this organization at the right time," said JDCA Board Vice-Chair.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 10:10:13 AM
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Raring to be the number one in the electronic devices & products industry is Swiss company "Hypure"
Its 'Hypure One' product, which are innovative wireless earphones have 18 hours of talk and music life battery, coupled with great quality, connectivity and modern design.
By PAUL LITMAN \
12/9/2020 10:09:49 AM
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Druze protesters clash with police over turbine construction, 8 arrested
Clashes broke out between the demonstrators and the police, with protesters throwing rocks at officers, and police retaliating with riot dispersal gear; four officers and 10 protesters were injured.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 1:47:04 PM
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Nevada's top court rejects Trump campaign's appeal to overturn election results
It was the latest court failure for Trump and his allies, who have lost dozens of cases in state and federal courts in an unsuccessful attempt to nullify the result of the Nov. 3 election.
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 11:17:25 AM
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Former Discount Bank chair Yossi Bachar dies of cancer at 65
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 11:55:20 AM
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Kindergarten principal indicted for leaving baby in hot car, cover-up
After realizing the baby was in the car, the two prevented him from receiving medical care for over 2 hours.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 12:20:40 PM
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Erdogan blames 'racist trend' in France for Champions League incident
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 12:53:04 PM
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Eyesight Tech. becomes Cipia, announces production with China-based OEM
The name Cipia was inspired by our brain’s occipital lobe that translates’ what we see into an understanding of the environment around us, and reflect the company’s intelligent sensing capabilities.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 2:06:12 PM
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UAE will not have 'red country' status
The Health Ministry had earlier decided to designate the UAE "red", due to large gatherings of Israelis in Dubai in recent weeks • some 70,000 plan to be there for Hanukkah
By LAHAV HARKOV \
12/9/2020 6:26:11 PM
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No proof of Kylie Moore-Gilbert ties to Israel, ex-Aussie defense minister says
Minister suggests Israel, other like-minded countries, increase cooperation with Five Eyes.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
12/9/2020 9:44:21 PM
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FM reprimands Russian ambassador over ‘Post’ interview
Viktorov said Israel is a bigger problem for the Middle East than Iran’s proxy wars.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
12/10/2020 6:53:59 AM
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Hanegbi: Gov't decision to legalize outposts ready, ball in PM's court
Hanegbi noted that it was likely that the Knesset would disperse, but he felt it was possible that a decision on the outposts could be made before the government fell.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
12/9/2020 8:35:04 PM
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UK warns people with serious allergies to avoid Pfizer vaccine
Britain began mass vaccinating its population on Tuesday in a global drive that poses one of the biggest logistical challenges in peacetime history, starting with the elderly and frontline workers.
By REUTERS \
3/4/2021 1:34:24 PM
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Increased ridership may be allowed soon on public transportation
“We don’t see a high rate of infection on public transport; we may allow a ridership increase.”
By HANNAH BROWN \
12/9/2020 2:18:11 PM
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Malls reopen across Israel despite mounting concerns of third lockdown
Peretz: 200,000 workers will be able to resume their day jobs, malls must keep “Purple Badge” regulations.
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
12/10/2020 6:42:19 AM
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Chelsea launches exhibition about Jewish athletes and the Holocaust
Spearheaded by soccer club owner Roman Abramovich, '49 Flames' features poignant profiles and statements from prominent figures from around the sports world and beyond.
By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF \
12/9/2020 7:18:28 PM
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Hendel, Hauser formally endorse Sa'ar party
"Being right-wing does not mean being a Bibi-ist, it means values," Hendel said.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 6:02:27 PM
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Signs showcasing women defaced in Jerusalem
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 3:23:32 PM
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Satellite imagery points to Iran moving Natanz underground - NYT
Following the mysterious July explosion, which started a fire at the facility damaging key centrifuges, the Times' Visual Investigations team began tracking construction at the site.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 4:28:47 PM
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2,300-year-old Iron Age seal found in Israeli market
Researchers revealed that a seal sold in a market for a couple of shekels to a professor at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) is in fact the earliest seal discovered in Israel.
By HANNAH BROWN \
12/10/2020 7:27:37 PM
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Egyptian delegation of intelligence personnel meet with Hamas leadership
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 3:55:27 PM
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30-year-old indicted for allegedly sexually violating disabled brother
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 4:23:13 PM
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Genesis Prize laureate online voting campaign is completed
More than 200,000 votes were received from six continents
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
12/9/2020 8:14:54 PM
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Tall tales: Research examines Goliath's true height
While it is possible that Goliath was quite tall and even may have dwarfed most of his contemporaries, he was still a normally sized human being, at least by today’s standards.
By HANNAH BROWN \
12/10/2020 6:04:28 AM
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Equality bill passes, embarrassing Likud
The Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) parties expressed anger at Sa'ar, who was prevented from voting late by Knesset Speaker Yariv Levin.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 7:30:48 PM
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IDF gives lenient community service sentence for killing of Palestinian
An IDF Court on Wednesday confirmed a controversial plea deal which gave the IDF soldier who shot and killed an innocent Palestinian a lenient sentence of three months of community service.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
12/9/2020 7:23:05 PM
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Cyber and National Digital Matters Minister Dudi Amsalem enters quarantine
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 3:00:04 PM
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If Iran's nuclear program is peaceful, why hide it? - analysis
The obvious question is if Iran’s nuclear program is merely peaceful then why does the country go to such lengths to hide it.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
12/10/2020 3:52:03 PM
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Gov't to approve ban on staying at another's home after 5:30 p.m.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 5:13:40 PM
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Orenstein Project increases food donations during coronavirus
"We are working to make an impact on the lives of children, youth, families and the elderly in Israel,” said CEO Yonit Raviv.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 5:16:39 PM
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This week in Jerusalem - A round-up of city affairs
What has been going on in Israel's capital this week?
By PEGGY CIDOR \
12/9/2020 5:18:09 PM
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How sufganiot can beat the coronavirus
Defeating 2020’s evil enemy with doughy festival goodness
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 7:40:40 PM
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West Bank workers entering Israel will be required to test for COVID-19
The Home Front Command's "Alon" coronavirus HQ and the Civil Administration in COGAT will be tasked with managing the tests.
By TOBIAS SIEGAL \
12/9/2020 4:21:08 PM
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A new immigrant checks out the festival of bites
Thank goodness then that Jewish tradition has blessed us all with sufganiot to enjoy at this time of year.
By DONNA RACHEL EDMUNDS \
12/9/2020 5:59:29 PM
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Local elections take Jerusalem
On December 22, Jerusalemites are invited to choose their local council representatives in their neighborhoods.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
12/9/2020 6:06:23 PM
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Health Canada approves Pfizer and BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:09:42 PM
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Baby's life saved after large metal object found stuck in her throat
The family approached a doctor in the community to help diagnose the newborn, who classified the issue as being mild shortness of breath and prescribed her steroids.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/10/2020 2:18:26 PM
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Health Canada approves Pfizer and BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:12:13 PM
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The Musrara Mix Festival: all alone on the hill
The 20th edition of the arts fiesta spans its perennial broad sweep of artistic fields and mind-sets, taking in video installations, video art, shows and audio-visual projects.
By BARRY DAVIS \
12/9/2020 6:16:14 PM
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Grapevine December 11, 2020: Inspiring anecdotes
The movers and shakers in Israeli society
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
12/16/2020 2:59:27 PM
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Russian official: 'Don't mix Sputnik vaccine with alcohol,' some recoil
Russians are among the heaviest drinkers in the world, though consumption has fallen sharply since 2003.
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:22:55 PM
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Edelstein: Isolation to be shortened to 10 days after 2 negative tests
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 6:28:13 PM
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ICC prosecutor drops preliminary probe into alleged UK war crimes in Iraq
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:28:18 PM
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Penalizing Turkey over S-400s would be counter-productive - Erdogan
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:32:13 PM
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World synagogues call on public to recite special Hanukkah COVID prayer
Unfortunately, coronavirus does not allow us to celebrate this year as we generally would.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 7:13:43 PM
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UK reports 16,578 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 6:37:45 PM
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Shine a light: Beit Avi Chai celebrates Hanukkah
Beit Avi Chai pulled out all the stops to put together a festive agenda that takes in an abundance of season-appropriate musical content.
By BARRY DAVIS \
12/9/2020 6:37:52 PM
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Jerusalem Botanical Garden Winter Lights Festival
The festival opens on Saturday night, December 12, and will continue through the end of the month.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 6:43:16 PM
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Thai food that is very real and very good
A new Thai restaurant operates online for delicious deliveries
By JONATHAN GILAD \
12/9/2020 6:47:26 PM
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Decadent delivery and takeaway
Unique sandwiches at Rachel Bashdera, Arab feasts from Samir
By BUZZY GORDON \
12/9/2020 6:53:49 PM
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Wines and more: Tishbi does takeaway
he veteran establishment is still run by the same family as the original pioneers who started the business more than a century ago.
By GLORIA DEUTSCH \
12/9/2020 7:01:38 PM
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Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine makes aliyah - analysis
Those same accouterments were on hand at the airport on Wednesday, but this time the “guest” was not a person, but rather an object: more specifically, Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine.
By HERB KEINON \
3/4/2021 1:31:36 PM
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Beresheet 2 sets sights on return to moon
Its predecessor, Beresheet 1, reached the moon in April 2019, but crash-landed due to what appeared to be engine trouble, moments before touchdown.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
12/9/2020 7:37:10 PM
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Netanyahu, Edelstein to hold press conference on vaccines at 08:15 p.m.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 7:41:46 PM
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Police seize weapons in vehicle's trunk following car chase on road 90
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 6:47:25 PM
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Coronavirus vaccine refusers: Anti-vaxxers or simply cautious?
Some doctors say that the newest vaccines might not be for everybody.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
12/10/2020 11:05:59 AM
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Amid terror finance allegations, Qatar lobbies for US F-35 fighter jets
"Given Qatar’s track record of financing and helping terrorists and its extraordinary links with Iran, giving it F-35s will undermine the advantage of the US, Israel and their regional allies"
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
12/10/2020 5:19:21 PM
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Two young Israelis win the prestigious Rhodes scholarship for 2021
Eli Zuzovsky, 25, and Eden Amare Yitbarek, 23, were chosen by the Rhodes selection committee following "a rigorous national selection process."
By TOBIAS SIEGAL \
12/10/2020 1:32:10 PM
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Pfizer coronavirus vaccine is Israel's light at the end of the tunnel
Overall, though, there is room for optimism. Most Israelis abide by the government-mandated regulations and listen to what authorities tell them is permitted and forbidden.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/4/2021 1:30:07 PM
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Rabbi Jellinek’s Hanukkah problem
Not even a million Maccabees, according to Jellinek, could bring the Messiah!
By ELI KAVON \
12/9/2020 8:41:12 PM
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ICC rebukes, but clears UK – maybe the same for Israel - analysis
This could be a roadmap for how the ICC might end a six-year saga and dispose of war crimes allegations against Israel relating to the 2014 Gaza War.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
12/9/2020 8:36:13 PM
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Washington Watch: Memo to Joe Biden
The Palestinians are no longer the pupik (see: Leo Rosten) of the Middle East, if ever they were.
By DOUGLAS BLOOMFIELD \
12/9/2020 8:45:08 PM
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Will Biden rejoin the Iran deal or attack? - opinion
President-elect Joe Biden will have to see if he can reestablish the agreement once he assumes office, after Trump withdrew from it on May 8, 2018.
By EHUD EILAM \
12/9/2020 11:38:22 PM
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Save the Maghen Abraham Synagogue in Beirut
The synagogue is located in the former Jewish quarter, known as Wadi Abu Jamil, a few kilometers from the seaport and near the private house of Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri.
By ITZHAK LEVANON \
12/9/2020 8:55:41 PM
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Likud still hopes to reach deal with Blue and White to avoid election
Knesset dispersal bill with March 16 election date advances.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
12/9/2020 8:43:48 PM
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It’s time to empower Israel's Foreign Ministry - opinion
An overarching and coherent foreign policy paradigm should be devised and adopted.
By NIMROD GOREN \
12/9/2020 11:31:53 PM
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Under Biden, the real fight against antisemitism can resume
No envoy can effectively show the way to American and foreign diplomats if he or she is overburdened, misdirected, undermined by the president, and reduced to little more than a political operative.
By SHAI FRANKLIN \
12/9/2020 9:06:36 PM
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In Jordan’s 2020 parliamentary elections the king wins hands down
The king, who of course, did not contest the elections, nevertheless, won hands down.
By HILLEL FRISCH \
12/9/2020 9:10:51 PM
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Online 40th anniversary Festigal to brighten Hanukkah in Israel, US
The Israeli-American Council (IAC) is bringing this special Hanukkah show to families living in the US in a special screening that will be broadcast on Sunday, December 20, at 1 p.m. EST
By HANNAH BROWN \
12/9/2020 9:34:26 PM
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Trade blocs: China vs US
Obama signed the agreement in February 2016, but shortly after Trump replaced him in 2017, to Xi’s delight, the new US president withdrew from the TPP.
By AMIT BEN-YEHOSHUA \
12/9/2020 9:43:08 PM
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Gaga for everyone
For the past several years, Saar Harari, artistic director of Gaga, the movement language developed by Ohad Naharin, has taught classes in old age homes around Israel.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
12/9/2020 9:44:37 PM
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Spanish FM deflects call to ban Hezbollah
Spanish Foreign Minister María Aránzazu González Laya argued that Spain does not have the authority to list and outlaw terrorist groups, as it must be done through the EU.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
12/9/2020 10:48:19 PM
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IDF's UAV Operator course trainees graduate amid pandemic
The course was completed by 25 trainees, including five women.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/9/2020 8:19:31 PM
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Hackers steal Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine data in Europe
A spokeswoman for BioNTech declined further comment. Pfizer did not immediately respond to a request for further comment.
By REUTERS \
3/4/2021 1:28:42 PM
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Iran blacklists US envoy in Yemen, reciprocating US move
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 10:26:35 PM
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Prosecution coughs up ‘missing’ docs to Netanyahu’s defense team
In several fights over these documents, the prosecution said that an additional police review led to the discovery of the six documents in question.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
12/9/2020 10:41:06 PM
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Referendum bill on settlement withdrawal advances to Knesset reading
If Hauser’s bill becomes law, the referendum law would be extended, even though the settlements are not under Israeli sovereignty.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
12/9/2020 10:41:58 PM
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MK David Bitan violates COVID-19 guidelines, 30 people in quarantine
"I thought I had the flu and nothing more," said MK Bitan.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
12/10/2020 12:01:59 AM
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Saudi-led coalition in Yemen stops explosive-laden boats south of Red Sea
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 11:09:56 PM
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Coronavirus: Brazil reports 53,453 new cases, 836 deaths
By REUTERS \
12/9/2020 11:45:58 PM