Minimum Wage Bill Passed in First Knesset Reading Despite Coalition Efforts

The measure will raise Israel's minimum wage to NIS 40 ($12) per hour.

Israel Reassures Lebanon Rig Will Not Pump Gas from Disputed Territory

"Locating gas-based energy sources can greatly assist Lebanon’s economy and its citizens, and it is in the interest of the State of Lebanon to advance the dialogue on this matter."

Hezbollah Operates Intel Positions Along Israel’s Northern Border Under Guise of ‘Green Without Borders’

"We know them by name and where they come from. When the day arrives, they will pay the price, they and those who sent them."

Gratitude to 106-Year-Old for Efforts to Rescue Iranian Jews

Bahruz Israeli sent young Jews to Israel with various and bizarre tricks, risking his life due to the Iranian Shah's ban against sending young people out of the country.

Suspect Who Threatened to Murder MK Itamar Ben-Gvir Arrested

The caller pretended to be an Arab policeman who is a pariah to the left.

Jewish Superstar Ishay Ribo’s Sold Out Jerusalem Concert Benefits ADI’s Disabled Children

Ribo was so moved by what he saw in a visit last October that he took out his guitar to entertain his new friends.

Muslim Rioter Arrested for Urinating on Roof of Al Aqsa Mosque

He will face charges of throwing stones at police on the Temple Mount and desecrating the sanctity of the mosque.

Police Officer and EMTs Save Man Who Collapsed in Tel Aviv Parking Garage

As Max arrived, he saw a police officer on the ground leaning over the patient, already performing CPR.

Justice Minister Sa’ar’s Next Uphill Battle: No-Warrant Police Search and Seizure

Meretz MK Lasky made it clear she would not vote for the bill without the Zoom clause.

‘Wall Street Journal’: Saudi Arabia Moving Closer to Forging Ties with Israel

Riyadh is reportedly in serious talks with Jerusalem about establishing business ties and bolstering security coordination.

Israel’s Ambassador to UN Elected Vice President of General Assembly

Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations Gilad Erdan was elected on Tuesday to serve as Vice President of the 77th UN General Assembly for the coming year.

Sleuths: Lod Police Arrest Jew Who Was Attacked by Arab Rioters

“It seems that the police not only did not learn their lesson but continue the policy of defending the minority members, persecuting the victims and not the rioters."

Daughter of Arab City Deputy Mayor Killed by Car Bomb

"She was a flower of a human being and didn’t hurt anyone."

Israel’s UN Ambassador Elected as UN General Assembly Vice President

Erdan will chair General Assembly meetings and take part in setting the agenda for General Assembly deliberations as part of his role as UNGA Vice President.

Knesset Committee Told Israel Needs ‘Food Security Law’

Health Ministry official: "Healthy food is not a luxury and harmful food mainly hurts the underprivileged populations."

Central Fund of Israel Under Attack

Tru’ah and its progressive supporters were joined by members of the Congressional "Squad" in their efforts to target the Central Fund of Israel.

A First: More Women than Men Published Hebrew Books in 2021

The total number of books published increased in 2021 following a COVID-related slump in 2020.

Arab Couple Arrested at Ben Gurion Airport with 146 Gold Coins Worth NIS 300,000

The couple also tried to smuggle 165 cigarette boxes that they did not declare.

Bennett’s Bragging Rights: So Far, Few Gaza Rockets, No Iranian Nuclear Strike

“In the past year, the State of Israel has taken action against the head of the terrorist octopus and not just against the arms as was done in previous decades."
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Not Again: Police Harass Jews on Temple Mount (Watch)

Police officers decided to expel the group through the Iron Gate, in the middle of their visit.

Democrat, Republican Senators Join Lawmakers’ Call to Investigate Forensics of Journalist’s Killing, Bullet and...

Israeli Ambassador Michael Herzog said the Democrats’ letter “does not offer a fair representation of the case."

LISTEN: Caller Threatens to Murder MK Itamar Ben-Gvir and His Family

Ben-Gvir was calm, cool and collected throughout the entire threatening phone call.

Bennett Must Decide How to Punish MK Silman Who Killed Kahana’s Appointment

Was Silman taking revenge for herself or for expelled MK Yom Tov Kalfon?

Shamed by Victim, Israel Prisons Service Won’t Pay for Female Terrorist’s Nose Job

An inmate is entitled to medical care that’s required to maintain his or her health only, and not cosmetic treatments.

Judea and Samaria Law Fails to Pass Knesset Vote

The bill presented by New Hope Justice Minister Gideon Sa'ar fell in a vote of 58 to 52.

Israeli Arab MK Rejects Israeli Sovereignty, Announces Visit to ‘Syrian’ Golan

The Arab Joint List leader likewise brazenly embraced a convicted terrorist and Syrian spy who is committed to the destruction of the Jewish State.

Israeli Forces Fire Warning Shots After Lebanese Troops Cross Blue Line

Report: The incident is the third time in the past week that the IDF and LAF have come into close contact.

PM’s Spokesperson Follows 3 Others in Exit from Bennett’s Office

Sidi is heading into the private sector, as did three other prime ministerial staff recently as well.

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