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Yemeni Jewish family reunited after 15 years apart with help of UAE
"I never imagined seeing them again. I never imagined hugging them," said one family member.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 7:12:11 PM
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UK PM orders PR campaign for schools to reopen in September
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 1:06:34 AM
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Ghislaine Maxwell was interested in recruiting Paris Hilton, friend claims
"Ohhhh she’d be perfect for Jeffrey," Maxwell is alleged to have said upon seeing the young heiress at a party.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 3:47:29 AM
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Instagram page shares stories of antisemitism on campus
The page was made to "provide a safe space for Jews of all backgrounds to speak up against antisemitism on college campuses."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 3:57:12 AM
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Haaretz photographer released after colleagues block police in protest
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 4:43:58 AM
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US to cut troops in Afghanistan to under 5,000 by end of November
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 5:07:46 AM
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Gazan Palestinians donate blood to Beirut explosion victims
One Gazan donated blood to "repay" Lebanon for its strong ties with the Palestinian people and for protecting "the Palestinian resistance over the past years."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 5:34:24 AM
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US downgrades COVID risk for 20 countries, Israel not included
Israel is still considered high risk, but travelers from Israel are able to enter the US.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 7:30:40 AM
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Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 555 to 215,891 - RKI
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 7:08:31 AM
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Haredim vow revenge if Netanyahu initiates election
PM supports compromise proposal that could prevent race
By GIL HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 10:28:16 PM
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New coronavirus headquarters in haredi red zones kicks off
The common goal, Prof. Ronni Gamzu stressed, is to lower infection. As of Sunday morning, 394 patients were in serious condition.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 5:54:05 PM
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One Israeli killed, one injured in Ecuador prison riots
Convict Shai Dahan, 38, was found lifeless in his cell at Litoral Penitentiary in Guayaquil by officers during a riot.
By CELIA JEAN \
8/9/2020 12:56:19 PM
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Willingness to comply with social distance relies on working memory
Decision-making processes are easier for people with higher working memory capacity, potentially leading to an increased willingness to comply with social distancing.
By CELIA JEAN \
8/9/2020 11:11:53 AM
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17-year-old yeshiva student killed while riding his bike in Jerusalem
"We provided him with medical treatment and performed advanced and prolonged resuscitation until we reached the trauma room.”
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 10:32:18 AM
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Thousands of Palestinians flock to Israeli beaches, restaurants
The move has created fear among Palestinian officials that Palestinians will catch coronavirus while spending time in Israel.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
8/9/2020 6:56:57 PM
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Trump turns on Sheldon Adelson over campaign funding in heated phone call
One source stated it was apparent the president was unaware of exactly how much the Jewish businessman had donated to Trump's cause.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 5:34:52 PM
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Shots fired along Gaza border fence - initial reports
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 11:00:03 AM
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Turkey and Iran concerned about Lebanese protests
Iran supports Hezbollah, and any protests in Lebanon are sure to challenge the religious terrorist group’s stranglehold on the country. For Turkey the game plan is more complex.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
8/9/2020 2:20:04 PM
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IDF fires shells into Gaza following gunfire
The shots came after days of explosive balloons being launched into southern Israel from the Hamas-ruled coastal enclave.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/9/2020 7:53:01 PM
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Coronavirus tests in Israel to increase to 60,000 per day
The Health Ministry will spend NIS 4 billion to ensure this goal is reached, the ministry said Sunday.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 1:37:39 PM
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Cabinet delivers new directives in effort to stop coronavirus spread
Death toll hits 600 * Health Ministry commits to test more
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/10/2020 4:05:31 AM
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Who is undermining US-backed forces in Deir Ezzor and Euphrates area?
It’s a complex area and many countries have an interest in keeping it quiet – or making it boil with tensions.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
8/9/2020 5:28:29 PM
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Insijam's 'Arabist' founder helps Jews and Arabs do business
"Every Jewish person living here should know Arabic,” Levi said. “Knowing the culture of the other person is the best way to find a path into his or her heart.”
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
8/9/2020 5:14:27 PM
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5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes western Iran – report
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 12:48:35 PM
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Shin Bet arrests Palestinian involved in IDF terror attack after 10 years
Attack along the southern Gaza border fence killed Maj. Eliraz Peretz and St.-Sgt. Ilan Sviatkovsky.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/9/2020 6:59:26 PM
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Lebanon protests, Macron visit highlight absurd EU policy on Hezbollah
Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Shi'ite terrorist group, has held a firm grip over Lebanon's governing coalition for years, even selecting Hassan Diab as prime minister in January.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/9/2020 4:39:07 PM
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Hundreds of African frogs found illegally kept in shoe store
The amphibians were being kept for trade in a store posing as a cobbler.
By CELIA JEAN \
8/11/2020 1:50:16 AM
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Young couples find love in Israel on the Masa program
Some come to get closer to Israel, some come for personal and professional growth, but nearly everyone leaves with experiences and memories to last a lifetime – and some even find love.
By AARON REICH \
8/9/2020 7:29:31 PM
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Ahmad Tibi enters quarantine after contact with coronavirus patient
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 2:05:02 PM
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With no security cooperation, challenges in the West Bank are higher
IDF no longer focusing on violence over annexation, rather stopping the spread of the coronavirus
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/9/2020 9:34:07 PM
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Protesters hurl rocks, fire breaks out in Beirut
Dozens of people were injured in Saturday's protests, the biggest since October when thousands of people took to the streets in protests against corruption, bad governance and mismanagement.
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 8:16:48 PM
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Vote on anti-Netanyahu bill set for Wednesday
By GIL HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 2:38:47 PM
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Ogen gives loans to businesses, nonprofits due to COVID-19 financial loss
The loans will be government backed with an interest rate of 3.1%, and all borrowers will pay the same consistent rate.
By AARON REICH \
8/10/2020 5:05:29 AM
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Macron says Israel is willing to help Lebanon after Beirut explosion
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 3:08:41 PM
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UN extension of Iran arms embargo asked by Golf States
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 3:22:37 PM
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Macron tells donor conference: 'Lebanon's future is at stake'
Macron said Israel signaled its willing to help.
US President Donald Trump tweeted: "Everyone wants to help!".
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 4:41:12 PM
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Solar system's heliosphere may be croissant-shaped - study
These findings could have major implications on the search for habitable planets outside the solar system.
By CELIA JEAN,AARON REICH \
8/9/2020 7:02:02 PM
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Coronavirus: August set to be Israel’s deadliest month
Some 222 patients were ventilated in April, 215 in July and 82 so far in August, with an average of 9.4 new intubated patients per day.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 6:39:31 PM
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Rivlin speaks to Israeli citizens caught in web of bureaucracy
During the present health and economic crisis, the number of requests for assistance has intensified.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/9/2020 4:05:08 PM
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In Hasmonean times, lamps and burials became a symbol of Jewish identity
Archaeological findings indicate a concentration of the phenomena in the region of Jerusalem and the Judean hills.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
8/9/2020 6:53:24 PM
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Sheba Medical Center on the forefront of workers serological tests
The testing system will be a strategic tool for employers, which, according to its results, will streamline the decision-making process in companies and enable a return to an efficient work routine
By SARAH CHEMLA \
8/9/2020 8:06:27 PM
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Coronavirus cabinet updates guidelines on restrictions
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 4:30:58 PM
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Court extends detention of five suspects involved in Rishon Lezion murder
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 4:56:12 PM
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Pope Francis calls Lebanon to build "free and strong" coexistence
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 5:04:48 PM
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Tel Aviv to open 'sail-in' floating theater in Hayarkon Park boating lake
The move follows the reopening of the city's legendary drive-in theater, and will be held in accordance with the Health Ministry's 'Purple Ribbon' standards.
By AARON REICH \
8/9/2020 5:42:17 PM
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Incendiary balloons suspected of causing two fires near Gaza border
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 4:58:52 PM
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Afghanistan to release 400 'hard-core' Taliban in bid for peace
Among the 400 are Taliban members accused of major attacks against civilians and foreigners, including a 2017 truck bombing near the German embassy in Kabul that killed more than 150 people.
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 8:24:49 PM
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It's time to listen to the Lebanese people about Hezbollah – comment
If Europe doesn't act now to save Lebanon from Hezbollah and Iran, there may never be another chance.
By RON PROSOR \
8/9/2020 5:08:04 PM
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Fire kills at least 10 in Indian coronavirus center
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 5:14:15 PM
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Canada launches Lebanon fund that includes group with alleged Hamas ties
The charity accused of Hamas ties, Islamic Relief, is among a dozen of charities announced as partners in the Canadian government's Lebanon Matching Fund.
By CODY LEVINE,JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 6:38:02 PM
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90% of coronavirus aid packages sent to citizens
By Monday, some 4.1 million Israelis will have received their stimulus funds.
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
8/9/2020 7:26:13 PM
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The week in readers' pictures
Jerusalem Post readers send us their best shots from the week.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 5:30:27 PM
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When Jews from pre-state Israel vacationed in Lebanon
There was a time when Lebanon's coastal cities and snowy peaks were leading tourist destinations for the Jewish residents of Mandatory Palestine
By AMIT NAOR/NATIONAL LIBRARY OF ISRAEL \
8/9/2020 5:36:46 PM
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Lebanese army says hope of finding more survivors of Beirut blast fading
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 5:47:48 PM
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A prayer for parents of new IDF inductees - watch
The Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has composed a special prayer for the recruitment day for the recruits' parents.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 6:05:18 PM
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Likud MK Nir Barkat to enter isolation
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 6:03:06 PM
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One-year vs. two-year budget for Israel? Economically, which is best?
“The slump we are currently experiencing is one of the worst we ever had.”
By HAGAY HACOHEN \
8/9/2020 7:33:04 PM
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IAF's second F-35i squadron becomes operational
The 116th Lions of the South squadron is based out of Nevatim in southern Israel.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/10/2020 6:14:06 PM
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Six French tourists killed by gunmen in Niger
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 8:59:59 PM
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Modi’in mayor denies reports he aims to form party to trick voters
Party reportedly meant to attract those disappointed with Netanyahu, and then join him after elections
By GIL HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 7:56:07 PM
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France, EU, UN call for independent probe into Beirut blast
UN bodies, particularly its Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, have been one of the instrumental bodies in organizing assistance for Lebanon.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
8/9/2020 10:39:27 PM
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East Jerusalem resident stabbed during altercation on road
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 6:59:12 PM
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Britain's COVID-19 daily infections rise to highest level since June
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 7:03:28 PM
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Coronavirus: Israeli death toll hits 600
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 7:35:40 PM
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Changes to synagogue worshiper limits to be proposed by next week
Ultra-Orthodox MKs and the ultra-Orthodox community at large has bristled at the tight restriction of just 10 worshipers allowed in a synagogue, regardless of its size.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/10/2020 5:26:51 PM
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Who is convicted murderer Yona Avrushmi?
“I don’t harm anyone, I don’t go to demonstrations… I stay at home, I study, eat, drink, that’s it,” said the convicted murderer.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/9/2020 9:46:28 PM
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Eurovision creates new version for the US
Whether the red-white-and-blue version will be as outrageous as the European original remains to be seen.
By HANNAH BROWN \
8/9/2020 8:02:11 PM
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Amid coronavirus crisis, Israel Festival to adapt and move forward
Social distancing and online events won’t prevent the September gala from going ahead
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/9/2020 8:10:39 PM
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One killed, 20 wounded in Washington D.C. shooting
At least three shooters opened fire during a large, unauthorized gathering of people in Washington on Sunday, killing a teenager and wounding 20 others, including a critically injured police officer
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 8:18:15 PM
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Israel has another set of coronavirus directives - what are they?
Israel's new coronavirus regulations, as delivered by the Health Ministry and the Prime Minister's Office. Here is what you need to know:
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/9/2020 9:19:20 PM
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The struggles and hopes of recovery for Eilat's tourism amid coronavirus
Heading for a Safe Haven
By DUDU LEVY REICH \
8/9/2020 8:25:02 PM
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Gideon Sa'ar calls to approve 2020 budget, start working on another
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 8:31:25 PM
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Letters to the Editor August 10, 2020: Beirut blowout
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
8/9/2020 8:37:51 PM
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Bari Weiss, Rose Ritch resign after harassed over their Jewish identities
In an environment where monuments are being torn down, antisemitic rhetoric can no longer be given a “pass.”
By LISA ANSELL \
8/10/2020 4:20:40 AM
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Netanyahu vs. Gantz: A budget battle that has nothing to do with economics
If elections are the price Israel has to pay for providing Netanyahu with a chance of escaping justice, then he will make us pay it.
By JEFF BARAK \
8/9/2020 8:51:42 PM
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Dimona mayor to 'Post': KKL-JNF will bring hi-tech to the South – opinion
Atar and KKL-JNF call this shift “Israeli Relocation.” I call it “Contemporary Zionism.”
By BENNY BITON \
8/9/2020 8:57:52 PM
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Gamzu: Fourth grade and higher may begin school year after holidays
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 9:02:49 PM
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Event Venues Association: End pirate weddings and events in homes
The Association also made mention of the illegality of these 'pirate' outside of the coronavirus restrictions.
By CODY LEVINE \
8/9/2020 10:24:13 PM
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The National Library of Israel: Victim of COVID-19, elections, budget war
The People of the Book cannot afford to lose their national library.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
8/9/2020 9:16:33 PM
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Coronavirus: Israeli company says close to putting out ‘new Remdesivir’
“It is important to highlight that this product has not only anti-viral but also anti-inflammatory effects, which is very relevant for this disease.”
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
8/9/2020 11:39:42 PM
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Israel Medical Association declares labor dispute
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 9:33:33 PM
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Lebanese environment minister resigns from government
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 9:51:33 PM
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At-risk coronavirus patients can be identified in advance - study
The study focused on collecting information and samples from hospitalized COVID-19 patients to create a detailed profile of the immune response and to compare their different immune responses.
By SARAH CHEMLA \
8/9/2020 10:45:24 PM
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Incendiary balloon explodes near Gaza border
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 10:17:01 PM
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Police crack down on protests as Belarus leader set for election win
Thousands of people took to the streets of Minsk while protesters clapped, shouted "victory" and honked their car horns in solidarity with the opposition.
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 11:30:38 PM
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Ambulances rush to Minsk protests after Belarus presidential vote
By REUTERS \
8/9/2020 11:47:26 PM
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IDF carries out a strike against Hamas in northern Gaza-report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/9/2020 11:55:21 PM