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Texas Walmart massacre suspect pleads guilty to hate crimes
The suspect faces life in prison on federal charges and the death penalty on state charges.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 12:14:08 AM
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Facebook, Instagram down for thousands of US users
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 12:15:25 AM
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Only 3% found the answer to this puzzle: What is wrong in the picture?
The picture consists of a ship anchored in a harbor with hundreds of multi-colored containers.
By MAARIV ONLINE \
2/9/2023 12:21:27 AM
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Twitter users told they are ‘over the daily limit for sending Tweets’
Twitter CEO Elon Musk told employees to pause the development of new features following the outage, according to The Information.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 2:05:49 AM
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Musk says Twitter access in Turkey will be re-enabled shortly
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 2:11:23 AM
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Nefesh B’Nefesh to host aliyah seminars in nine cities across North America
NBN tour gives potential Olim opportunity for informal Aliyah consultations.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 2:20:45 AM
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Antisemitic incidents in United Kingdom fall from record high
A report by a Jewish advisory body in the UK recorded 1,652 anti-Jewish incidents in 2022, down 27% from the number the previous year.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 2:49:29 AM
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Cats rescued from Turkey earthquake go viral on social media
Pictures and videos showed search and rescue teams in Turkey rescuing cats from beneath the rubble.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:08:11 AM
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Astronomers discover new ring system in Solar System - study
The findings may lead researchers to take a whole new approach to ring formation theories.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 4:06:55 AM
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Russia to decommission nuclear-powered sub that was one of biggest ever
Russia's Akula-class nuclear-powered strategic submarine Dmitry Donskoy is being decommissioned this week.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 4:28:59 AM
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Turkey leader acknowledges earthquake relief problems as death toll passes 12,000
Erdogan faces crescendo of criticism over response • ‘Lack of capabilities’ in war-hit Syria quake zone too
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 4:42:24 AM
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Michigan GOP candidate who was raised Jewish now says she’s a Messianic Jew
Lena Epstein, who was raised Jewish, made the comments at a candidate forum at a Baptist church in Holland, Michigan.
By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA \
2/9/2023 4:45:22 AM
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The quest to replace Park East Synagogue's 92-year-old rabbi is not going smoothly
The spat centered on who will succeed the Orthodox congregation's 92-year-old spiritual leader, Rabbi Arthur Schneier, just like last time.
By JACOB HENRY/JTA \
2/9/2023 4:56:29 AM
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Barcelona mayor severs ties with twin city of Tel Aviv, citing Israeli ‘apartheid’
Barcelona and Tel Aviv entered the relationship in 1998 - when both cities jointly signed a "twin city" agreement with Gaza City.
By Jackie Hajdenberg/JTA AND ZVIKA KLEIN \
2/9/2023 5:06:27 AM
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Ohio Police Dept. decorates car with quote falsely attributed to MLK
The quote is absent from a Stanford University list of quotes by King regarding the subjects of war and peace.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 5:37:56 AM
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Can a Jewish fan watch the Super Bowl with a clean conscience?
The trauma surrounding Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin’s collapse stirred up age-old questions about the toll football takes on the bodies of its players.
By RABBA YAFFA EPSTEIN/JTA \
2/9/2023 5:53:54 AM
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Kyrie Irving says he has Jewish family members, stands by deleting apology post
It is unclear which members of Irving’s family are Jewish or if the assertion is an expression of the Black Hebrew Israelite ideology promoted in the antisemitic film he shared.
By Jacob Gurvis/JTA \
2/9/2023 6:07:13 AM
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Cautious but determined, Israeli expats protest Netanyahu’s government
Israeli expatriates have been coming together in cities worldwide to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right government.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
2/9/2023 6:25:49 AM
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Bosnia’s Jewish community putting together archive for eventual museum
“Our idea is to write the history of the Jewish people in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” said Eli Tauber, who authored several books on Bosnian Jewish culture and history.
By DAVID I. KLEIN/JTA \
2/9/2023 6:35:31 AM
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Historian sheds light on famous story about Abraham Lincoln, New York cantor
A new book untangles one of the best-known incidents involving Jews in the American Civil War.
By ANDREW SILOW-CARROLL / JTA \
2/9/2023 6:41:24 AM
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Russian parliament head: Nord Stream blast report enough for int'l probe
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 7:42:54 AM
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Sitting for too long is dangerous. Here's what'll help
A sedentary lifestyle is one of the worst problems of our modern work culture and lifestyle.
By Walla! \
2/9/2023 8:03:55 AM
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Experts call for end to exploitative marketing of baby formula
The WHO recommends breastfeeding over baby formula because breast milk is more beneficial to babies, but companies still exploit parents to sell product.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
2/9/2023 8:21:47 AM
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TikTok promises to ramp up fight against disinformation in EU
By Reut Levy \
2/9/2023 8:28:58 AM
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Hamas leaders in Cairo: We will not be silent about Ben-Gvir, Smotrich
The delegation met with senior Egyptian intelligence officials in Cairo two days after a delegation from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad made a similar visit.
By SHACHAR BERDISHEVSKY/MAARIV \
2/9/2023 9:15:48 AM
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Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes north coast of Papua, Indonesia - EMSC
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 8:52:29 AM
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Break the Wave: 12 arrested overnight in West Bank and Jordan Valley
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 9:10:41 AM
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Did climate change destroy the Hittite civilization? - study
A three-year drought likely resulted in catastrophic harvest reduction or even complete failure, which spelled doom for the Hittites.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 9:18:43 AM
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Israeli director, Iranian actress team up on movie for the first time
The movie, which is temporarily titled Judo, focuses on the pressure on an Iranian athlete, Layla, when she is set to face off against an Israeli.
By MAARIV ONLINE \
2/9/2023 9:17:01 AM
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Is Ben-Gvir right about needing to bolster the Israel Police?
Is Israel witnessing a new wave of terrorism, and was Itamar Ben-Gvir right about predicting Guardian of the Walls 2?
By STEVE LINDE \
2/10/2023 9:46:46 PM
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North Korea shows off most-ever nuclear missiles at nighttime parade
The country has continued its ballistic missile program, test-launching dozens of advanced missiles last year despite UN Security Council resolutions and sanctions.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 9:37:19 AM
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14 Days: Jerusalem terror
Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.
By STEVE LINDE \
2/11/2023 10:07:18 AM
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Does Israel really need judicial reform? 5 better ways to fix judiciary
5 other ideas for upgrading Israel's judicial system – without destroying democracy, doing away with the mechanisms for oversight of the government or harming our basic rights.
By SUZIE NAVOT \
2/10/2023 8:52:11 PM
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Judicial reform will give Israeli gov't limitless power to abuse citizens
If Israel passes the judicial reform, the majority’s ability to trample human rights and abuse Israeli citizens will have no effective limit.
By SHUKI FRIEDMAN \
2/10/2023 8:50:03 PM
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Rabbi Pinto meets Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Foreign Minister Eli Cohen
By Mark Fish \
2/9/2023 10:03:19 AM
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Taking sleeping pills could have disastrous cognitive side effects
Scientists have recently discovered that common sleeping pills can significantly increase the risk of dementia.
By WALLA! HEALTH \
2/9/2023 10:24:34 AM
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Is judicial reform dangerous for Israeli democracy?
What is being proposed as part of the Israeli government's judicial reform plan and how does it stack up to the US?
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
2/10/2023 8:47:40 PM
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Makeup for children contains highly poisonous chemicals - study
Poisonous chemicals that are often used in makeup are especially dangerous for children because of their undeveloped immune systems.
By Walla! \
2/9/2023 10:36:15 AM
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Judicial reform would weaken Israel's 'crown jewel' courts - Irwin Cotler
Given his expertise, Irwin Cotler has been called upon in recent weeks to comment on Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s proposed judicial reforms, bringing his life and career back into the limelight.
By TROY O. FRITZHAND \
2/11/2023 4:48:47 PM
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Judicial reform makes Israel more like Hungary than the US - legal expert
Mordechai Kremnitzer is opposed to Levin’s plan, warning that it would deal a fatal blow to the Supreme Court, the balance of power, and Israel’s robust democracy.
By MARK WEISS \
2/11/2023 4:46:16 PM
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Russia's Wagner mercenaries halt prisoner recruitment campaign - Prigozhin
There were reports that the Wagner group was recruiting Russian prisoners to fight in Ukraine and offering pardons if they survived six months.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 10:32:49 AM
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Israeli hi-tech sector opposes judicial reform
Many sectors of Israeli society have spoken out against the proposed reforms, but one sector might have the most impact: business.
By SHANNA FULD \
2/11/2023 12:07:34 AM
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Judicial reform: Israel must weaken the court to let rule of law prevail
As Israel’s legislators work to rein in the Supreme Court’s near absolute power, they should create a constitution and Bill of Rights to ensure the rule of law.
By NATASHA SRDOC AND JOEL ANAND SAMY \
2/10/2023 3:48:54 PM
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Gov't drops bill proposing penalty for immodestly dressed women at the Kotel
The bill proposed six months in prison or a NIS 10,000 fine for women who wear a prayer shawl, dress immodestly or read from the Torah.
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
2/9/2023 10:58:28 AM
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Iran exhibits missile with 'death to Israel' written down the side
The missile was featured at an exhibition of Iranian weapons in Isfahan a week after an Israeli drone attack damaged a weapons factory in the city.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 11:02:43 AM
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How to fix a divided Israel in 3 steps
I spoke with a number of experts, who offered several pragmatic swords to cut the tangled Gordian knot. What emerged is a three-step “coffee-shop” solution: small, medium and large.
By SHLOMO MAITAL \
2/10/2023 3:56:15 PM
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Top streamer with Iranian roots launches twitch alternative
Twitch’s policy update led to a lot of changes in the live-streaming industry. Read our blog to learn about the new Trainwreck-backed Twitch alternative.
By AVI STERN \
2/9/2023 11:05:08 AM
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Judicial reform: Israel needs a Zionist constitutional convention
We appeal to President Herzog to convene the Zionist constitutional convention of our time, to wrest true democracy from the liberal theocracy of which we hypocritically boast in vain.
By ILAN CHAIM \
2/11/2023 3:33:28 AM
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Azerbaijan is a true friend of Israel and the Jewish people
Azerbaijan isn’t just a friend of Israel’s. It is also a friend of its Jews. Locals tout the country as a model of interfaith harmony
By DAVE GORDON \
2/10/2023 6:47:12 PM
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Melancholy in Manchester
Urban development swallows 70-year-old UK synagogue
By NEVILLE TELLER \
2/10/2023 9:47:02 AM
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3 ways Holocaust education can help with social, emotional learning
Research in social-emotional learning (SEL) provides guidance that can be used by those responsible for Holocaust education.
By MAURICE J. ELIAS \
2/11/2023 9:05:36 AM
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China says it declined phone call with US over balloon incident
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 11:41:59 AM
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City of David has Israel's new ancient attractions - but visiting is hard
While a cable car today suffices to bring tourists to Masada, it will likely fail miserably at moving the throngs coming to the Old City and the adjoining City of David.
By GIL ZOHAR \
2/11/2023 2:19:23 AM
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Youth United Against Racism brings Israeli Jewish, Arab youth together
The program takes teens – specifically ninth graders – from six Jewish schools and six Arab schools, located in three regional councils.
By LIAM FORBERG \
2/11/2023 5:53:17 PM
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IDF rescues 10 Turkish victims, says next days are critical
he IDF has thus far sent 15 aircraft filled with hundreds of tons of medical and other supplies.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
2/9/2023 11:56:03 AM
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Haifa art exhibit shows new life for traditional art techniques
Herman Struck's work portrays rural settings, urban communal space, and houses of worship, showing the impact of human activity on the environment.
By WENDY BLUMFIELD \
2/11/2023 6:09:37 AM
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Vivid study of Jewish art icon Samuel Hirszenberg shown in new book
The book is an appreciation of the artist as a painter of both Jewish and general subjects, as well as the story of an iconic figure in an environment undergoing rapid shifts in the Jewish world.
By MORDECHAI BECK \
2/11/2023 6:10:50 AM
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Zelenskiy says some European leaders have promised fighter jets
27 EU members met in Brussels to listen to Zelensky speak about the Russian invasion and pledge further support.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 12:13:57 PM
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Steve Forbes discusses his new book – and Israel
Forbes, a longtime friend of the nation of Israel, shared his thoughts as to how Israel – a modern miracle as a hi-tech center of the world – has tackled inflation.
By JOSEPH SCUTTS \
2/11/2023 10:09:24 AM
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Wife of Turkey local Jewish leader found dead under earthquake rubble
After three days of efforts and attempts, last night a special rescue team arrived in Antakya, Turkey, consisting of Home Front Command soldiers and ZAKA volunteers.
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
2/9/2023 12:18:15 PM
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The needs of Israel's haredim are changing – will leaders find solutions?
Ultra-Orthodox rabbis and educators are well aware of the depth of the crisis and of the problems faced by the young men; but they are afraid, and perhaps should be.
By ASAF MALCHI \
2/10/2023 12:35:36 PM
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Antisemitism report presented at Kentucky capitol
The state of antisemitism in Kentucky and throughout the United States is "concerning," the Chairman of the Kentucky Jewish Council expresses in a report delivered at the state capitol.
By Sam Halpern \
2/9/2023 2:42:47 PM
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Minato: Amazing kosher Japanese food for the 3rd time - review
There is a general consensus that Japanese is healthier – less frying, less sugar and the use of natural ingredients make it better for you than the Chinese counterpart.
By GLORIA DEUTSCH \
2/11/2023 11:56:52 AM
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Linda in Ashkelon: Great food and great name - review
Chef and owner Micha Kourtzman, 34, told me he’s taking a chance by turning his well-known restaurant kosher but he wanted to be able to take Shabbat off, which he wasn’t able to do before.
By LINDA GRADSTEIN \
2/11/2023 12:00:22 PM
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Asteroid the size of two NFL football fields accidentally discovered by NASA - study
The images were originally meant to be calibration images of a main-belt asteroid, which astronomers discovered 25 years ago.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 12:57:12 PM
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Jerusalem Highlights February 10-16
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
2/11/2023 10:05:38 AM
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Grapevine: Wherefore PM’s residence?
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
2/10/2023 10:09:00 PM
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This week in Jerusalem: Synagogues here, synagogues there
A weekly round-up of city affairs.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
2/11/2023 10:10:42 AM
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Israeli nonprofit hosts pop-up barbecues for IDF soldiers
For the past few years, the nonprofit has been supplementing the IDF’s menu with delectable grilled meats as a treat for hungry soldiers.
By Sam Halpern \
2/11/2023 12:49:22 PM
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Valentine's Day: The love story of two Israeli United Hatzalah medics
Dina and Roni were married at the Kahi Resort in Emek Hefer on December 13, 2022. About half the 300 guests were from Hatzalah and were wearing their orange Hatzalah jackets
By Leah Hakimian \
2/11/2023 9:06:00 AM
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Jerusalem's Starcatcher to perform hit musical 'Into the Woods'
Starcatcher, in partnership with the Incubator Theater, will perform Stephen Sondheim’s musical Into the Woods at Jerusalem’s newly renovated Gerard Behar Theater from March 2 to 16
By YAKIR FELDMAN \
2/11/2023 5:55:33 PM
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Adir Schwartz: The 29-year-old leader of Jerusalem's Hitorerut
When Hitorerut head Ofer Berkovitch resigned last November, Adir Schwartz became the leader of the list on the city council.
By PEGGY CIDOR \
2/10/2023 8:47:20 AM
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Iconic former Discount building in Tel Aviv to get new lease on life
First Discount Bank branch receives makeover into seven-floor tech hub with renowned Mersand Café, CrossFit, and rooftop cocktail bar.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 1:34:22 PM
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Bedouin-Israeli, Palestinian cell sold 150,000 bullets to Islamic Jihad
The cell, with the two Bedouins from Tel Sheva in the South, also sold to various criminal organizations in the South, said the Shin Bet.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
2/9/2023 1:37:36 PM
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Rabbi Pinto: “Thoughts create reality. Think good things; good things will happen”
By Mark Fish \
2/9/2023 1:42:52 PM
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Remembering Adira Koffsky: Seminary student, writer and poet
May the light that Adira brought to the world continue to shine, and may her family, friends and teachers find the strength to continue and be comforted with beautiful memories
By TOBY KLEIN GREENWALD \
2/11/2023 4:12:37 AM
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Musings on the end of saying kaddish
The Orthodox tradition of chiuv (obligation) of a son-in-mourning to lead the tri-daily services while saying Kaddish still puzzles me.
By RICHARD SHAVEI-TZION \
2/11/2023 12:46:38 PM
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JLMambo: Business partners dancing their way into love
The story of JLMambo, a salsa studio in Jerusalem’s Yefeh Nof neighborhood, is one that is unique to Israel – a mix of cultures and identities bringing life and flavor to the world around them.
By TROY O. FRITZHAND \
2/11/2023 12:48:29 PM
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Philanthropy with a soul - opinion
Philanthropy means giving unselfishly, without concerning ourselves with all kinds of considerations that would deprive the act of its soul.
By Jóelle Aflalo \
2/9/2023 2:14:15 PM
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The middle seat on a plane could save your life
Truthfully, there is no need to worry about such things when boarding a plane, but if you are still concerned, we've got you covered.
By MAARIV ONLINE \
2/9/2023 5:21:50 PM
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Israeli saxophonist energizes Panama Jazz Festival with iconic peace song
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 2:51:02 PM
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Israeli entrepreneur sheds light on connection between innovation and ‘tikkun olam’ in Thailand
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:00:15 PM
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US targets Iranian petrochemicals, petroleum in fresh sanctions
The US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on six Iran-based petrochemical manufacturers, and three firms in Malaysia and Singapore, over the production, sale and shipment of Iranian petrochemichal
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 3:06:54 PM
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US cyber-related sanctions target six Russians, one Ukrainian
The EU and Britain have also issued sanctions against Russia
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 3:10:38 PM
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Solving the crisis in Hebrew studies
A new partnership with Open University at the Lauder Employment Center in Israel’s south will help those waiting for places in ulpan.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:21:17 PM
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Haredi site bashes Kotel bill: 'Increases polarization and hatred'
In a rare and dramatic opposition to the Haredi leadership, an editorial on the site bashed the bill proposed by Deri and the Shas Party.
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
2/9/2023 3:27:53 PM
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Who are the Circassians of northern Israel?
A new UN World Tourism Organization title is set to bring tourists to the small Lower Galilee village, but residents want people to know who they really are – and not throw garbage in their streets.
By JUDITH SUDILOVSKY \
2/11/2023 1:54:51 PM
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Seven dead, two detained after gas explosion in Russia's Novosibirsk
Two people have been detained in relation to the incident.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 3:29:15 PM
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Stabbing attack thwarted near Hebron
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:31:32 PM
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo: A natural ally of Israel in Africa
Congolese Christians know about blessing Israel and being blessed. They want to see Congo thrive under the leadership of their president, aa role model in Africa and the world.
By JONATHAN FELDSTEIN \
2/10/2023 6:52:05 PM
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Young man found stabbed to death in Jerusalem - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:45:00 PM
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Solving the crisis in Hebrew studies
To help the thousands of immigrants waiting for an ulpan spot, Open University will partner with the Lauder Employment Center in the Negev.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 3:50:28 PM
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Amudim and Zvi Gluck are helping manage mental health crises among Jews
To date, Amudim has helped more than 14,000 individuals. This is alongside thousands of active cases in Israel and abroad.
By TROY O. FRITZHAND \
2/11/2023 9:04:44 AM
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Russia must up tank production due to Ukraine's 'begging' - Medvedev
The comment comes as Ukraine's President met with European leaders about further support.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 3:51:54 PM
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Could Israel handle an earthquake like the one that hit Turkey, Syria?
The Jerusalem Post Podcast with Yaakov Katz and guest co-host Tamar Uriel-Beeri.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 11:31:06 PM
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Welcome to Israel: Home of the world's most secure blood services center
The center is an enormous facility with three underground, missile-proof levels and has been hailed as the most secure blood services center in the world.
By Sam Halpern \
2/11/2023 8:43:12 AM
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Russia may take 'legal action' over claim of US involvement in pipeline blasts
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 4:09:15 PM
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The blue-green world of Katia
Katia Lifshin grew up in Holon in a family of Russian-speaking immigrants, unrelated to the art world. But over the last two years her style and career have bloomed.
By BASIA MONKA \
2/11/2023 6:08:19 AM
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Time to cancel the Caesar Syria civilian protection act - opinion
The human suffering in Syria led the UN to sound the alarm about the situation even before the current earthquake caused additional carnage.
By DAOUD KUTTAB/THE MEDIA LINE \
2/9/2023 4:24:10 PM
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Anti-judicial reform protesters block Highway 1
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 4:27:11 PM
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‘Honey, I trapped the dishwasher!’: How to avoid home design disasters
I asked my crowd of English-speaking Israeli interior designers how to avoid design disasters like the trapped dishwasher, and here is some advice they shared.
By JUDITH SEGALOFF \
2/10/2023 9:34:44 AM
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Voices from the Arab press: Partition Lebanon as a solution to Hezbollah
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
By MEDIA LINE \
2/10/2023 8:20:34 AM
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Could the metaverse lead to a spike in cybercrime?
The cyber threat forecast for 2023 reveals that the virtual world will lead to an unprecedented increase in cybercrime in unfamiliar territory.
By Lior Novick/Maariv \
2/9/2023 4:50:57 PM
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Wine Talk: Celebrating 30 years
An exclusive extract from the writer’s new book Domaine du Castel: The Biography shortly to be published.
By Adam Montefiore \
2/11/2023 11:54:41 AM
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IDF paratrooper in critical care from drill accident
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
2/9/2023 4:55:21 PM
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Pascale’s Kitchen: Delicious pasta sauces
This week, we will skip this step and concentrate instead on how to make pasta sauces.
By PASCALE PEREZ-RUBIN \
2/11/2023 11:53:51 AM
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Israeli capital markets aren’t used to genuine success stories - opinion
The sleepy local markets can’t fathom cyber security company HUB Security's success, but outside of Israel, things are decidedly different.
By AVI DOR \
2/9/2023 5:01:51 PM
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Darom Adom Festival returns to Israel: 4 must-see attractions
Of course, the anemones (kalaniyot) are the main attraction for those who make the trip to the Negev each year to see these beautiful flowers after the rains have begun.
By MEITAL SHARABI \
2/11/2023 10:08:05 AM
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Earthquake disaster poses 'serious difficulties' for Turkey's May elections
The quake responsible for the deaths of over 19,000 people may be used as a reason to postpone Turkish elections.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 5:11:06 PM
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90 more Ukrainian refugees land in Israel
The Fellowship has aided more than 5,000 immigrants since the start of the war. This is the 28th charter flight to arrive in Israel full of olim.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
2/9/2023 5:11:35 PM
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How should Shabbat be observed in the modern State of Israel?
In an atheistic world in which divine creation is largely denied, Shabbat observance and its affirmation of God are even more critical.
By MOSHE TARAGIN \
2/11/2023 12:45:29 PM
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Outside forces push the Jews back to Israel
During the Exodus, the global acceptance of God likely contributed to the Jews’ own strengthening of faith.
By GOL KALEV \
2/11/2023 2:02:12 AM
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The woke antisemitism of Netflix's 'You People' - opinion
My own takeaway, after subjecting myself to two hours of cinematic torture: This movie plays like a primer on how to be a self-hating Jew in America today.
By BRIAN BLUM \
2/11/2023 2:07:31 AM
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Chinese spy balloon a 'violation of US sovereignty,' Sherman says
She also addressed a question on Iranian oil export to China: “ We are working on sanctions evasion, including oil shipments”
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
2/9/2023 5:31:17 PM
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The Middle East and the struggle between tolerance and terror - opinion
Just as there should be no shame whatsoever in seeking new friends, there must be no hesitation at all in striking at old foes.
By STEWART WEISS \
2/10/2023 9:34:36 AM
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The hidden aliyah crisis
For everyone who cares about this country and recognizes how vital immigration is to its future, we need to roll up our sleeves and get to work, and do our part to tackle the aliyah crisis.
By MICHAEL FREUND \
2/11/2023 2:04:20 AM
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'A Brief and Visual History of Antisemitism': Jew-hatred in many forms - review
In ancient times, the fact that the Jews had their own unique understanding of God and their own rituals infuriated certain Hellenistic leaders, who wanted everyone to live life in the same way.
By MIRIAM KATES LOCK \
2/11/2023 2:02:29 AM
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Jewish composer Burt Bacharach dies at age 94
Famous Jewish composer Burt Bacharach has died of natural causes aged 94.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 5:49:39 PM
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Parashat Yitro: Free will or coercion?
It was on this occasion that the entire nation – men, women, and children – heard the Ten Commandments, the abbreviated manifesto of Judaism.
By RABBI SHMUEL RABINOWITZ \
2/10/2023 11:42:12 AM
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Labor presents mock bill to place Arye Deri 'above Israeli law'
The proposed bill would edit the Basic Law - the Government to state that Deri could not be tried for theft, corruption or tax offenses.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
2/9/2023 6:00:18 PM
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Parashat Yitro: The different audiences of the Ten Commandments
In Exodus we are told to think about the Creation story, while in Deuteronomy we are told to remember slavery. Why are there two different points of reference for our weekly day of rest?
By MICHAEL M. COHEN \
2/10/2023 11:42:21 AM
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Israel's past students say thanks to their unforgettable teachers
A Facebook group called Closure helps former students in Israel find and reach out to their old teachers.
By ILANA SHTOTLAND \
2/10/2023 10:09:23 PM
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How tourism can include people with chronic health conditions
A project put forth the concept of “travel therapy” that views tourism as a means of improving mental health and wellbeing.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
2/9/2023 6:04:50 PM
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A return to Club J: A winter in the French Alps with Israelis - opinion
I find myself for the second time in my life in the French Alps, 2,200 meters high, drinking a hot cocktail with Chartreuse and chocolate at a café with a spellbinding view of this heavenly creation.
By BARBARA SOFER \
2/11/2023 12:11:45 AM
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Egypt opens 4,000-year-old tomb on Luxor's west bank, oldest open to public
The tomb of Meru is now the oldest site accessible to the public.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 6:20:22 PM
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Haredi MK: Yeshivas are only moral justification to occupy Palestine
A Yesh Atid MK heckled Eichler by saying he would like it if Haredim would 'join the war' for the State of Israel.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 6:24:25 PM
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The disaster after the earthquake: How conditions in Turkey can cost more lives
A lack of water and sanitation, as well as the frigid temperatures, could continue to cost lives in the regions devastated by the earthquake.
By MICHAEL STARR \
2/9/2023 6:40:54 PM
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Ukrainian rescuers fly in from war zone to save lives in Turkey
Kyiv has sent 88 rescue workers to help find and treat survivors and build temporary shelters.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 6:47:13 PM
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No new COVID-19 variants have emerged in Beijing during China’s recent outbreak
Analysis of the 413 new sequences revealed they all belong to existing, known COVID-19 strains.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
2/9/2023 7:04:21 PM
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Horror and beauty at the Turkey earthquake ground zero
REGIONAL AFFAIRS: The 'Post’s Michael Starr reports from the center of Israeli rescue efforts in the aftermath of the Turkey earthquake.
By MICHAEL STARR \
2/10/2023 9:25:36 AM
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Quarter of Ukrainians at risk of severe mental health conditions
Kazatchkine said he had seen dozens of military personnel hospitalized with "acute and tragic anxiety, depression and psychiatric conditions".
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 7:14:18 PM
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Porto Jewish community asks Europe to probe antisemitism in Portugal
Community council member for legal affairs, David Garrett, added in a press release on behalf of the Porto Jewish community that the European Commission investigation is necessary.
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
2/9/2023 7:26:10 PM
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Israel hyperventilating could lead to political violence
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Events may come to a head next week with a vote on judicial reform and a proposed nationwide strike.
By HERB KEINON \
2/11/2023 4:53:19 PM
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IDF intelligence unit helps locate Turkish earthquake victims
The IDF rescued 17 Turkish citizens this far as part of Operation Olive Branch in response to the disastrous earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
2/9/2023 7:41:21 PM
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Israel will strike any weapons Iran sends to Syria under guise of aid - Saudi interview
An unnamed Israeli official rejected reports that Israel was planning to provide aid to Syria.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 7:49:22 PM
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Public broadcasting like KAN is key to a democracy - editorial
We endorse the president’s support for the broadcaster - our democracy needs a diversity of programming.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
2/9/2023 10:40:38 PM
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Meta restores Donald Trump's Facebook page
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 7:55:34 PM
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AIs as doctors? ChatGPT nearly passes US medical licensing exam - study
"We interacted with ChatGPT much like a colleague, asking it to synthesize, simplify and offer counterpoints," the researchers wrote.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
2/9/2023 9:02:07 PM
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Will Israel’s pro-judiciary revolt be violent?
MIDDLE ISRAEL: Unlike this government's many tin soldiers and draft dodgers, the dissidents who called for an armed struggle are real war heroes.
By AMOTZ ASA-EL \
2/10/2023 3:58:58 PM
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Netanyahu is unfit to serve, Israeli NGO appeals to High Court
Netanyahu is leading the reform of the judicial system despite a conflict-of-interest agreement barring him from doing so.
By ELIAV BREUER \
2/9/2023 8:06:37 PM
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Israel-Sudan agreement a success for Abraham Accords, setback for Iran
BEHIND THE LINES: Undeclared regional alignment with the UAE and Saudi Arabia is enabling Khartoum to develop relations with Jerusalem.
By JONATHAN SPYER \
2/10/2023 8:54:40 PM
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Is the third intifada already here?
PALESTINIAN AFFAIRS: According to some Palestinians, it already started a year ago in the West Bank, when several armed groups sprang up.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
2/10/2023 9:51:40 PM
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German authorities raid firms suspected of Russia sanctions violations
Supply chains continued to ship billions of dollars worth of electronic components to Russia despite Western export restrictions and manufacturer bans.
By REUTERS \
2/9/2023 8:36:02 PM
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This is how Israelis are saving lives in Turkey
'Mixed feelings of hope and sadness:’ The IDF has saved 13 victims of the earthquake that has claimed over 20,000 lives in Turkey.
By MICHAEL STARR \
2/9/2023 8:48:14 PM
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The Western Wall bill was a costly mistake by Netanyahu's gov't - analysis
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's response to criticisms often shows how serious of a threat he views them.
By ELIAV BREUER \
2/9/2023 8:52:06 PM
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Deri continues to run ministries from afar, ignoring High Court ruling
POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Deri seems to be continuing as usual, even enjoying the perks of working from home. But this will lead to a showdown with the High Court.
By ELIAV BREUER \
2/10/2023 12:35:13 PM
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For airlines, more destinations mean more problems
TRAVEL ADVISER: How do airlines plan their long-term policies on adding new cities as destinations? Here are four key considerations.
By MARK FELDMAN \
2/11/2023 12:00:12 AM
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US Defense Secretary to visit Israel within a month - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/9/2023 9:15:20 PM
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Remains of Medieval Synagogue found in Spain
This is one of very few Jewish structures still in existence after Spain's expulsion of the Jews.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/10/2023 1:49:00 AM
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How should Avraham Stern be remembered? - opinion
The once Zionist renegade is now part of the Israeli mainstream - but was he more terrorist or freedom fighter?
By MARK REGEV \
2/9/2023 10:43:35 PM
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Your Taxes: Israel upholds tax on transfer of real estate to trusts
This judgment was the final stop in a series of appeals, including an earlier hearing in the High Court of Justice.
By LEON HARRIS \
2/11/2023 12:08:51 AM
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The 'Ben-Gvir law' gives all power to an unrestrained executive - opinion
While the army is tasked with fighting a national enemy and can thus be led by the political echelons, the police force should be apolitical.
By RONI ALSHEICH \
2/10/2023 12:36:52 PM
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Understanding leads to a secure financial future
"I have wondered at times what the Ten Commandments would have looked like if Moses had run them through the US Congress" – Ronald Reagan
By AARON KATSMAN \
2/11/2023 12:05:28 AM
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The time for dialogue is now! - opinion
The current crisis can be an opportunity to rectify the constitutional vacuum through broad compromise on the rules of the game.
By YEDIDIA STERN \
2/11/2023 4:49:57 PM
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Director Pini Tavger on the life behind Israeli film 'More Than I Deserve' - interview
The movie won the Best Screenplay Award at the Jerusalem Film Festival and was nominated for six Ophir Awards.
By HANNAH BROWN \
2/11/2023 6:02:19 PM
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Don’t give up on Israel’s democracy - opinion
Pluralistic Jews around the world: We must not let a corrupt and extreme political leadership tear us apart.
By YAYA FINK \
2/10/2023 3:52:21 PM
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Hugh Laurie to join new season of Israeli hit show 'Tehran’
Laurie is best known for starring as Dr. Gregory House in the Fox medical drama House for eight seasons.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/11/2023 6:08:01 PM
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Collegium Musical choir highlights Estonian music at Mustonefest
The Estonians appear to have more than their fair share of harmonious vocal gifts
By BARRY DAVIS \
2/11/2023 6:06:36 AM
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Israel can learn from US experience with democracy - opinion
The judicial reform crisis should be turned into a moment of renewed unity and rebirth of democracy.
By YITZ GREENBERG \
2/10/2023 6:58:38 PM
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Rescuers in Turkey, protestors in Jerusalem: Two Israels, similar story - opinion
Whether you support or are opposed to the reforms, whether you think some of them are right or none, there is little doubting the sincerity of both sides.
By YAAKOV KATZ \
2/9/2023 10:31:39 PM
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Grapevine February 10, 2023: Turkey and Syria's earthquake tragedy
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
2/11/2023 10:09:59 AM
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What Israelis can learn from Sarah Huckabee - opinion
A broader cause for Democrat concern was articulated by Huckabee Sanders. “The dividing line in America is no longer between Right or Left,” she said. “The choice is between normal or crazy.”
By RUTHIE BLUM \
2/9/2023 10:36:04 PM
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My Word: Shaken up by earthquakes
The earthquakes in Turkey and Syria are a warning that Israel needs to prepare.
By LIAT COLLINS \
2/9/2023 10:46:43 PM
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IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi appears in Bahraini photo-op on unannounced visit
The visit was not announced by the Israeli government or the IDF.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/10/2023 1:45:44 AM
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Mandelblit: Judicial reform is meant to stop Netanyahu's trial
"There's no democracy without this indictment, that isn't Israeli democracy," said Mandelblit about the indictment against Netanyahu.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/10/2023 1:56:37 AM
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Under Jordanians, the Temple Mount is a center of incitement - opinion
Using it as a base for assaults on Israel and for education about the evils of Jews has become a Jordanian-sponsored standard of behavior.
By DAVID M. WEINBERG \
2/9/2023 10:52:32 PM