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Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine neutralizes Brazil variant in lab study
The scientists said the neutralizing ability was roughly equivalent the vaccine's effect on a previous less contagious version of the virus from last year.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 12:09:46 AM
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US revokes sanctions waiver for Israeli mining magnate Dan Gertler
The Trump administration eased the sanctions in a secret action in its last week in office in January, a license granted by the Treasury Department showed.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 6:36:30 AM
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Israel to vaccinate, allow entry to Jordanian laborers for Passover - N12
A week after the second dose of their vaccines, laborers will be allowed to return to Jordan and reenter Israel on a daily basis.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 10:49:56 AM
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Congressman sues Trump over deadly Capitol riots & civil rights violation
"As such, the Defendants are responsible for the injury and destruction that followed," said Representative Eric Swalwell, who filed the lawsuit.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 1:38:47 AM
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SpaceX launch of next International Space Station crew pushed to April 22
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 1:44:07 AM
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Team Israel alumnus Sam Fuld brings analytics, people skills to new role
Fuld, who played for Team Israel in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, is hoping he can match some of Amaro’s accomplishments with the Phillies.
By ROB CHARRY/JTA \
3/9/2021 1:50:19 AM
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What happens when Rosh Hashanah falls on the first day of school?
From upstate New York to Minnesota to Washington, DC, school districts are tweaking their schedules — or not, thus facing criticism from Jewish families and advocates for religious inclusion.
By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA \
3/9/2021 2:04:21 AM
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In new Passover children’s books, a bespectacled lion reads the Haggadah
Other titles feature lighthearted humorous stories and a lively interactive family Hagaddah with tips for this COVID-19 era, when many Seder guests may be joining remotely.
By PENNY SCHWARTZ/ JTA \
3/9/2021 2:26:07 AM
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Egypt's Education Ministry to teach Judaism in schools for first time ever
The move will allow Egyptian students to study verses from the Jewish religion for the first time in the country's history.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 10:45:34 AM
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Orthodox Rabbi, anti-racism advocate, turns his gaze to Jewish texts
The commentary, titled “In Black Fire,” represents an extension of Rishon’s ongoing efforts to speak up against racism in the Orthodox world.
By JOSEFIN DOLSTEN/JTA \
3/9/2021 2:38:39 AM
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UK bill change would make it easier to punish Jewish divorce refusers
If convicted of coercive behavior, recalcitrant spouses may face up to five years in jail.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
3/9/2021 3:20:24 AM
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Biden civil rights nominee gets Jewish support after right wing criticism
Gupta, who was tapped for the post of associate attorney general, the No. 3 job at the Justice Department, faces her first Senate confirmation hearings on Tuesday.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
3/9/2021 3:32:45 AM
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Shtetl mystery ‘The Slaughterman’s Daughter’ wins top UK Jewish book prize
The book's protagonist, Fanny Keismann, a ritual slaughterer-turned-housewife to cheesemaker, sets out to track down a missing relative.
By GABE FRIEDMAN/JTA \
3/9/2021 3:42:38 AM
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US says visa applicants denied due to Trump 'Muslim ban' can reapply
President Joe Biden overturned Trump's so-called Muslim ban on Jan. 20, his first day in office, calling it "a stain on our national conscience" in his proclamation.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 4:12:53 AM
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Diego Schwartzman gets emotional after winning hometown Argentina Open
“I’m very happy, I wanted to play well today, the atmosphere was spectacular,” Schwartzman said while crying after the match. “I have no words, just emotion and happiness.”
By JTA STAFF \
3/9/2021 3:53:49 AM
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Myanmar protesters able to leave Yangon district after being trapped
Thousands of people defied a night time curfew to take to the streets of Myanmar's main city in support of the youths in the Sanchaung district.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 4:30:25 AM
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Short on representation, political parties rush to celebrate Women’s Day
Two weeks ahead of elections, candidates pledge change while Labor leader Merav Michaeli remains the only woman chairing a political party.
By URI COHEN/THE MEDIA LINE \
3/9/2021 4:50:13 AM
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Trump requests mail-in ballot to vote in Palm Beach Municipal election
The report claimed that Trump had requested an absentee mail-in ballot nearly a week after the deadline to receive one in the mail, meaning either he or a designee must pick it up in person.
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
3/9/2021 10:33:44 AM
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Malaysia court allows rights groups to challenge deportation of nationals
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 5:52:18 AM
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Former Israeli supermodel, female mayor join together to help communities
Meeting made possible by Tribu, a mobile app that hopes to become the Uber of volunteerism
By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE \
3/9/2021 6:15:22 AM
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Which is America’s happiest city?
The personal-finance website WalletHub revealed which are 2021’s happiest US cities in its new report released on Monday.
By SARAH CHEMLA \
3/9/2021 10:25:33 AM
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Kinneret rises by half a centimeter, 45 cm to full lake
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 8:21:48 AM
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The serious business of governing – choices!
In a nutshell, though, this is what the election is all about: a Shakespearean choice, “to Bibi or not to be.”
By AVRAHAM AVI-HAI \
3/10/2021 8:45:44 AM
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Luis Fonsi, Nicole Scherzinger collaborate on 'She's BINGO' for Israeli ad
Over a million users around the world play "Bingo Blitz," making it the most popular free mobile game in the world in 2021.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 10:01:20 AM
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Fully vaccinated people in US can gather without masks indoors
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky told reporters it was important to protect those who have not been vaccinated and remain vulnerable while some 60,000 new coronavirus cases occur every day.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 8:31:45 AM
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Mount Ebal – more than meets the eye
Ebal has much more significance to the Jewish nation than is common knowledge.
By ZVI KOENIGSBERG \
3/10/2021 8:45:29 AM
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Jews of the South - In the Land of Firsts
In spite of the terror and repression of the Old South, Jews managed to survive and even thrive in the Land of Firsts.
By NAIM PERESS \
3/10/2021 8:45:11 AM
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Yom Kippur War- The tragedy and triumph of Tel Saki
The incredible tale of a group of 28 soldiers trapped inside a bunker on Tel Saki, surrounded on all sides by Syrian forces.
By SHLOMO MAITAL \
3/10/2021 8:44:53 AM
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Tax Authority holds up refunds with sudden change in bank account policy
Thousands of business owners received a message simply stating that "bank account details for refunds were missing and the details should be updated."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 9:50:02 AM
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Int'l Women's Day: Still fighting gender bias in Israel
Gender equality neither begins nor ends in the Knesset, despite the fact that Israel is a country in which everything is political.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
3/10/2021 8:44:37 AM
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Animal testing a thing of the past? HUJI develops treatments without it
This represented the first application of a bionic chip being used to develop a safe cancer treatment without the need for animal testing, which often results in cruelty.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/9/2021 7:04:16 PM
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Defending women, legally
The Ruth and Emanuel Rackman Center for the Advancement of the Status of Women at Bar-Ilan University celebrates 20 years
By PATRICIA GOLAN \
3/10/2021 11:20:42 AM
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Bus driver assaulted in Beit Shemesh
Said one of the passengers tried to take control of the bus and even shifted gears while the bus was in motion • "The stage where a driver will be killed at the wheel is closer than ever"
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 1:29:36 PM
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Mars on Earth: Turkish lake may hold clues to ancient life on planet
A team of American and Turkish planetary scientists carried out research in 2019 on the shorelines of the lake, known as Turkey's Maldives because of its azure water and white shores.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 10:04:04 AM
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Police looking for missing Jerusalem man
Anyone that may have seen him or with information is asked to call 053-530-4398 or contact the police.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 1:34:01 PM
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Coronavirus in Israel: 3,662 new cases, 4% of tests return positive
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 1:04:13 PM
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Britain's royals silent as 'Megxit' crisis rages from bombshell interview
"It could hardly be more damaging to the royal family, not least because there is little it can do to defend itself," The Times said in a lead article under the title "Royal Attack."
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 10:36:31 AM
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Int'l Council of Jewish Parliamentarians works to counter antisemitism
US Senator Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada) will lead the forum following a request to her by WJC President Ronald S. Lauder.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/9/2021 5:06:34 PM
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Biblical ‘fertility amulet’ found by 11-year-old in the Negev
The artifact depicts a stylized bare-breasted woman wearing a scarf with her hands folded under her chest and dates back to some 2,500 years ago.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/9/2021 3:58:42 PM
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Religious Zionist Party: We never had negative approach to LGBTQ+
Struck stressed that the party is "obviously against the flood of demands for legitimation and the pride parades."
By TZVI JOFFRE \
3/9/2021 5:52:25 PM
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Hungarian, Czech premiers to meet Netanyahu on pandemic strategy
"The main topic of the meeting will be the effort to curb the pandemic," Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's press chief said in a statement.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 12:21:53 PM
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Israel Elections: Yamina passes New Hope for third place, poll finds
Likud predicted to win 28 mandates, up from the 27 in the poll taken for Friday's 'Post'
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/9/2021 9:40:20 PM
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Three arrested for gang rape of minor in Galilee
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 2:04:07 PM
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Harvard President Bacow to be awarded honorary doctorate from U of Haifa
UH and Harvard have recently been collaborating with one another in marine sciences, archaeology and environmental studies.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 3:03:34 PM
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Musicians: Why You Need a Business Consultant
By DN MEDIA NETWORK \
3/9/2021 12:13:40 PM
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Coronavirus: Positive serological test gives right to green passport
Some 3,662 new cases of coronavirus were reported on Monday, with only 4% of tests returning positive.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/9/2021 9:07:20 PM
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COVID: Israeli study finds vaccine antibodies transfer to babies in milk
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 12:36:00 PM
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Israel's workforce waiting for ruling on office vaccination requirements
Two weeks ago, Mobileye became the first major employer in Israel to announce that employees who are not vaccinated would not be allowed to enter the company’s offices starting in April.
By ZEV STUB \
3/9/2021 5:08:43 PM
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Israel's move toward smart payment terminals passes milestone
By July 31, 2021, transactions at all businesses, other than exceptional cases, will only be possible via the EMV standard.
By ZEV STUB \
3/9/2021 5:17:47 PM
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Kremlin calls NYT report on planned US cyberstrikes on Russia 'alarming'
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 1:25:53 PM
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Jerusalem Municipality hands out goody bags to new olim in quarantine
The goody bags include food, surprises and special juices from the Etrog Man juice stall in Jerusalem.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
6/9/2021 2:28:30 PM
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Parkinson's disease could be treated with natural food ingredients - study
“Currently there is no preventive medicine for Parkinson's disease," OCU Associate Prof. Akiko Kojima-Yuasa said in a statement. "We only have coping treatments."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 5:25:49 PM
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Israel, Cyprus agree framework for settling offshore gas dispute
Development of the Aphrodite gas field in Cypriot waters has been held up because a small part of it stretches into Israel's maritime zone.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 2:19:24 PM
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Lebanon's collapse piles strain on army, security forces
Lebanon's pound has crashed 85 percent since late 2019 in a financial meltdown that poses the biggest threat to stability since the 1975-1990 civil war.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 2:13:52 PM
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Judge hopes to start jury selection in trial over George Floyd death
The trial is seen as a landmark case on police violence against Black people in the United States, a country where police officers are rarely found to be criminally responsible for killing civilians.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 2:18:51 PM
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Flying into the future with Urban Aeronautics
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/10/2021 11:01:46 AM
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WATCH: Hezbollah reporter films just meters away from IDF soldiers
A number of UNIFIL soldiers were at the scene as well to accompany the IDF soldiers.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
3/9/2021 5:18:38 PM
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Importance of Market Analysis in Business Growth
By PAUL LITMAN \
3/9/2021 2:47:41 PM
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Japan to stage Tokyo Olympics without foreign spectators, Kyodo says
The opening ceremony of the torch relay will also be held without spectators.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 3:11:56 PM
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Who let the dogs out? Champ, Major Biden kicked out of White House
Major, who was the first rescue dog in the White House, reportedly had a "biting incident" with a member of White House security.
By AARON REICH \
3/9/2021 5:44:56 PM
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Coronavirus: Chaos reigns as gov't flip-flops on United, Delta flights
El Al continues to fly its two daily scheduled flights, with no changes
By ZEV STUB \
3/9/2021 9:21:56 PM
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Coronavirus: Despite reopening, Gantz says pandemic 'far from over'
“If we are not careful, we will not be celebrating Leil Haseder [Passover night] together.”
By UDI SHAHAM \
3/9/2021 5:48:50 PM
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China summons British envoy over article defending media coverage
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 3:41:54 PM
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Constitution Committee approves appeal exemption for few returning Israelis
By MAARIV ONLINE \
3/9/2021 3:44:49 PM
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Essential Factors to Consider before Hiring Your First Junk Removal Service
By SARAH GOLDMAN \
3/9/2021 3:44:09 PM
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Coronavirus: Family fights, disconnect from society on the rise - study
Besides the growing sense of alienation felt among the public, the poll noted that local authorities in Israel have reported a significant increase in inquiries for conflict resolution.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 6:01:57 PM
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Israel Elections: Public believes more elections on the way, poll finds
Israelis split on Arabs joining the government.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/9/2021 9:31:34 PM
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Anti-Netanyahu protest hotspot undergoing NIS 12m. facelift
The famous square, officially called France Square since 1959, will host an artistic new fountain and a new bed of flowers to be completed in the next nine months.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 5:44:33 PM
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Global Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism to be held March 16
Uwe Becker: "It’s up to us to fight against this toxic spirit that is poisoning the ground on which our societies are built upon."
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/10/2021 6:05:45 PM
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Palestinian Elections: Crisis deepens as Fatah threatens dissidents
Abbas and Fatah leaders are worried that Qudwa’s move would badly affect the faction’s chances of winning the election for the parliament.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/9/2021 7:19:38 PM
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Coronavirus: Israeli study finds vaccine antibodies in breast milk
In addition, Israeli researchers confirmed that the antibodies can block the virus from binding with receptors on host cells, therefore showing the potential to prevent the disease.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/9/2021 5:01:49 PM
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Rabbi arrested for allegedly molesting students at Ashkelon kollel
The man is expected to go before the Magistrate's Court on Wednesday in Ashkelon after being questioned by indecent assault.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 6:01:40 PM
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Eli Cohen's 'personal object' found in search for spy's body - report
Russian forces are allegedly searching on the behalf of Israel near the al-Yarmouk refugee camp in Syria.
By CODY LEVINE \
3/10/2021 11:53:18 AM
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Unlawful ramming: Police pull over driver, uncover concealed sheep
The driver was originally pulled over for speaking on his phone while driving. Police officers at the scene learned he does not have a valid license – and is carrying a sheep in the car.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 6:07:51 PM
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Opt Health & The Medical Industry's Shift Towards Digital
By SARAH GOLDMAN \
9/20/2021 9:46:47 AM
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Coronavirus improves Israeli Arab view of the IDF - officer
“What might seem natural in non-Arab authorities, things that we learn in the army and practice them in management, were new to some Arab mayors and leaders.”
By UDI SHAHAM \
3/10/2021 12:16:10 PM
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This must be the 'decade of action' on climate change, John Kerry says
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 5:48:28 PM
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Germany wants common sanctions policy with US - Iran excluded
By REUTERS,JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 6:03:19 PM
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Hamas leader Sinwar ousted in secret vote - report
Some reports said that the result of the vote was not final and that a second round would take place.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/9/2021 7:27:47 PM
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Iran, conversion, Biden, Lapid - Netanyahu's full 'Post' interview
The Prime Minister was speaking to The Jerusalem Post's Lahav Harkov.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/10/2021 12:57:21 PM
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Coronavirus: Children cannot leave Israel without committee approval
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/9/2021 6:50:07 PM
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Technion students build inclusive cycling club for the visually impaired
Using tandem bicycles, visually impaired riders can team up with a seeing partner and ride together around Haifa.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 9:27:15 PM
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High Court freezes information transfer on vaccinated to local authorities
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 6:57:54 PM
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Turkey extradites Iranian social media figure facing fraud charges
Iran has been cracking down on online gambling and betting sites, which are illegal under the country's Islamic laws.
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 7:11:58 PM
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Royal family to 'address' alleged racism following Harry, Meghan interview
"The issues raised, particularly that of race, are concerning. Whilst some recollections may vary, they are taken very seriously and will be addressed by the family privately."
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 7:42:21 PM
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Will Sharm el-Sheikh reopen to Israelis?
Intelligence minister leads largest Israeli delegation to Egypt in 20 years.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/9/2021 10:25:38 PM
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Reform, Conservative leaders slam PM’s comments on 'fake conversion' fears
Netanyahu expressed concern over 'fake conversions’ and said the govt must 'protect the borders of Israel’ when asked about the recent High Court ruling on non-Orthodox conversions.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/9/2021 9:58:42 PM
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Coronavirus: Green passport won't work without enforcement - analysis
The Green Pass regime will only work if there is enforcement: if only those vaccinated are indeed the only ones sitting inside restaurants, celebrating at weddings, and going to concerts.
By HERB KEINON \
3/9/2021 8:21:59 PM
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'I Care a Lot,' 'Sweetie's Party': Must watch shows, movies in Israel
What's new to watch on TV and streaming?
By HANNAH BROWN \
3/9/2021 8:19:50 PM
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Pfizer medical info center marked in Herzliya, 'Palestine'
Pfizer, the producer of the majority of Israel's coronavirus vaccines, marked one of its medical information centers in Israel as being located in "Palestine."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/1/2021 2:44:31 PM
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Piers Morgan leaves 'Good Morning Britain' following Meghan-Harry outburst
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/9/2021 8:30:57 PM
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How Mossad turned the IAEA around on Iran with evidence - analysis
Though the ayatollahs tried to complain that it was wrong for the IAEA to take sides and accept the Mossad information as valid over their denials, Grossi was unwilling to look the other way.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/9/2021 8:43:55 PM
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Congress urges Biden to address missiles, threats, in any future Iran deal
The members noted that Iran has continued to test ballistic missile technology, “funded and supported terrorism throughout the Middle East, and engaged in cyber attacks to disrupt the global economy.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
3/9/2021 8:47:04 PM
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Jerusalem's Shaon Horef Cultural Festival comes back for 2021
The festival is a fixture on the Jerusalem cultural calendar, offering artists and, in particular, downtown businesses, a much-needed shot in the arm.
By BARRY DAVIS \
3/9/2021 8:44:09 PM
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Couchbase: Helping Israeli unicorn start-ups stay couch-based
Couchbase provides an enterprise-class, multicloud to edge database that offers the robust capabilities required for business-critical applications on a highly scalable and available platform.
By ARIEL SHAPIRA \
3/10/2021 11:01:28 AM
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JPost Podcast - Travel Edition: Take me to Tel Dan and Instanbul!
Why did we decide to launch a travel podcast during COVID-19?
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/11/2021 4:55:39 PM
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Israel elections: From vaccines to Elvis, the TV campaign ads are back
The ads once ran in prime time, but now that parties distribute their commercials on social media and WhatsApp, the ads have been relegated to late night TV, except on the right-wing Channel 20.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/9/2021 10:07:52 PM
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Grapevine March 10, 2021: A moment of truth
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
3/9/2021 9:05:56 PM
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Letters to the Editor March 10, 2021: Meretz merits mention
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
3/9/2021 9:19:45 PM
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Bouncing around with Mike Kaufman
American-Israeli basketball influencer making an impact on courts and screens all over the world.
By HOWARD BLAS \
3/9/2021 9:24:06 PM
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Bridging the gaps between Emirati, Israeli research systems - opinion
Differences between the Israeli and Gulf systems of higher education require awareness and attention, and possibly some adaptations.
By MORAN ZAGA \
3/9/2021 9:31:00 PM
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Israel-Arab normalization brings new golden era for Middle East - opinion
With the landmark Abraham Accords we see our positive vision becoming a reality.
By DANNY DANON \
3/9/2021 9:41:01 PM
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Why did Nitzan Horowitz encourage ICC's targeting of Israel? - opinion
You couldn’t resist a chance to knock the settlements and indulge in your own demagoguery, blaming Israel’s international troubles on Israel.
By GIL TROY \
3/9/2021 9:48:12 PM
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'I trust the vaccine' - Palestinians line up for shots to work in Israel
Palestinians on receiving the coronavirus vaccines needed to be able to cross and work in Israel.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/10/2021 11:48:07 AM
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Saluting volunteers helping save Israel's beaches from oil spill
Although humans have the power to do unmitigated damage, they also have the ability to harness an even stronger power to help each other and the world around them.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/9/2021 9:56:30 PM
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Maccabi Tel Aviv jumps Haifa atop table
Rout of Beitar Jerusalem catapults yellow-and-blue into 1st place as Greens upset by Petah Tikva.
By JOSHUA HALICKMAN \
3/9/2021 9:58:44 PM
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US State Dept blacklists two Iranian officials over human rights issues
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 10:08:13 PM
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Saudi crown prince meets Russian special envoy for Syrian settlement- SPA
By REUTERS \
3/9/2021 10:12:18 PM
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Jerusalem gears up with 2,000 workers for special Passover cleaning
Jerusalem will employ 150 trucks and 2,000 workers in the upcoming three weeks to clean the capital ahead of the spring holiday.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/10/2021 11:07:42 AM
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Iraq denies negotiations with Israel – report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/10/2021 12:06:20 AM