Gold Digging Gang Caught in Negev Archaeological Site
Archaeologists are saying this phenomenon has been repeated recently because of an urban (tent compound?) myth.
Anne Frank Center Charges Trump Statement on Anti-Semitism ‘Band-Aid on Cancer’
“It’s ironic that no matter how many times he talks about this, that it’s never good enough," Press Secretary Spicer said.
Egypt, Jordan Meet on Israel-Palestinian Authority Conflict
Leaders of Jordan and Egypt said they support establishment of "a Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital."
Trump, Ivanka, Condemn JCC Bomb Threats
“The anti-Semitic threats targeting our Jewish community and community centers are horrible and are painful," President Trump said.
Tech Investment in Israel Outstrips All of Europe
“Israel is hotter than ever... $4.8 billion was invested in Israeli technology companies last year, of which 85 percent came from abroad."
US Calls On EU to Join Fight Against Radical Islamic Terrorism [video]
"We call upon the European community to join with the United States in continuing to intensify our efforts to counter... radical Islamic terrorism here."
New Orleans Hebrews Swept in Ol’ Mardi Gras Shabbat Excitement
We have no idea how one can maintain the two warring notions of 'Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans' and 'avoiding immodesty' in the same sentence
Defense Wins: Private Azaria to Start Serving Sentence March 5
ntil then, Azaria will remain in open custody at the Nahshonim base east of Petach Tikva.
1,800 Year Old List of Synagogue Donors Discovered in Galillee Village
'No one can argue with the written artifact. There was an ancient synagogue here and the synagogue was built in its current form in recent centuries.'
2 to 1 Panel in Azaria Case: 1.5 Years in Jail, 1 Year Suspended,...
Azaria asked for the court's mercy.
Sgt. Azaria Judge: Main Damaged Value Was Sanctity of Life
The standard sentence for manslaughter is 20 years in prison.
Report: Demolition of Jerusalem Arab Homes Revved Up Since Trump’s Election
While in all of 2016 the municipality demolished 203 structures in eastern Jerusalem, about half of those were razed after the US elections.
AG Mandelblit Opposes ‘Muezzin Law’
The law would ban the use of noisy loudspeakers between 11 PM and 7 AM.
Knesset Bans Discrimination of Judea, Samaria Residents
MK Masud Ganaim (Joint Arab List) Arab List) objected to the legislation, arguing that it constitutes a de facto recognition of the 'occupation.'
Police Moving Large Forces Ahead of Sgt. Azaria Sentencing
The Azaria family expects the court to accept the prosecution's demand for a sentence of three to five years.
Bill Monitoring NGOs’ Campaign Spending Passes Preliminary Vote
The purpose of the bill is to 'prevent an inappropriate intervention' of non-party entities in the elections to the Knesset.
Missouri Governor Outraged as 100 Jewish Tombstones Vandalized [video]
'Whoever did this slipped into a cemetery in secret to break things. We will stand together in the open to rebuild them, stronger.'
3,000 Lubavich Women Emissaries from Around the Globe Gather in New York
Hailing from as far away as Bangkok and the Congo, and as near as the Hamptons and the Bronx, these Chabad women serve communities throughout the world.
Lt. Gen. McMaster Trump’s New National Security Adviser
Keith Kellogg, who served as interim NSA, will return to his job as chief of staff on the National Security Council.
BDS Group SJP Silences Irish University, Forces Cancellation of Event With Israeli Ambassador
An SJP member explained the Israeli ambassador wasn't entitled to speak on campus because “Palestinians in Gaza don’t have free speech.”
Prime Minister’s Office: Commitment for New Amona Community Will Be Kept
The families say they won’t feel 100 percent certain the promise is being kept "until they see the land cleared, homes built, and mezuzot on the doorposts of their new homes."
Egged Bus Co., Finance Ministry Heading for Collision
Egged has demanded the government raise its subsidy by NIS 1.5 million to pay for the drivers taking early retirement.
Israeli, Palestinian Authority Arab Researchers Cooperate to Track Risk Factors in B Cell Non-Hodgkin...
"Epidemiologic research has the potential to improve and preserve human health, and it can also serve as a bridge to dialogue," said Prof. Paltiel.
Russia’s UN Ambassador Vitaly Churkin Dies Suddenly in NYC
“The loss sustained by Russia is grave and irreplaceable,” said Churkin’s deputy, Pyotr Ilyichev.
Bomb Threats Lead to Evacuations at JCCs in 5 States
In several incidents in January there were a total of 60 bomb threats called into 48 JCCs in 26 states -- all hoaxes.
Israel Prison Service Offering Innovative Rehabilitation Programs for Inmates
Rehab programs teach prisoners life skills and help provide positive experience to build confidence and knowledge for post-incarceration.
Toronto Jews Plagued by Anti-Semitic Notes on Doors & Vandalized Mezuzahs
Post-it notes with swastikas, messages reading “No Jews” and other anti-Semitic slurs were found on doors; mezuzahs were damaged as well.
PM Netanyahu Visits Singapore Jewish Community at Maghain Aboth Synagogue
PM Netanyahu: "I want a reciprocal visit this year. This is year in Jerusalem, I look forward to meeting you there."
Cornell Immunologist: Male Circumcision Raised through Educating Religious Leaders
The WHO team hypothesized that male circumcision could be increased if religious leaders were taught about its advantages, and become well versed enough to discuss it with their congregations.
State to Court: No Need for PM to Leave Foreign Ministry
A number of Israeli prime ministers, including David Ben Gurion, held more than one portfolio, usually pairing the PM's office with the Defense Ministry.