Survey: Big Upswing in Religiosity in Israel

A newly-released study shows that while Israel continues to achieve major secular advances in fields such as science and technology, agriculture and economy, the populace is more religious now than ever before.

Netanyahu Announces Israel to Open Embassy in Rwanda, Attends Presidential Inauguration in Kenya

Netanyahu called terrorism a "savage disease" that "rampages so many countries, Boko-Haram, A-Shabab, the awful jihadists in the Sinai... a threat to all of us."

2016 Genesis Prize Awarded to Israeli Violinist Itzhak Perlman

Israeli violinist Itzhak Perlman was awarded the 2016 Genesis Prize for his cultural contributions to the Jewish State.

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.

Largest Archaeological Garden Ever in Israel Inaugurated at IDF Kirya Base in Tel Aviv

The largest archaeological garden ever established in the State of Israel was inaugurated Monday at Camp Rabin, in the IDF Kirya Base in Tel Aviv.

Russian Ambassador to Egypt Dies in Cairo

The Russian government did not reveal the cause of death.

Poll: Israelis Want Haredim Out of Govt, Illegal Africans Out of Country

A majority of the respondents prefers six out of the seven business categories be kept open on Shabbat.

IAF Opens New Special Forces School

The school will train all fighters of the IAF Special Forces, including fighters of the Shaldag Unit, fighters of the 669th Rescue Unit, and operators of the Front Landing Unit.

WhatsApp Crashes Worldwide

All three platforms -- WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram -- are owned by Facebook mogul Mark Zuckerberg.

Arabs Get Caught Stealing ATM with Stolen Tractor

The suspects are now being held in custody, where they’ll remain until the end of legal proceedings against them.

Netanyahu Fires Bennett and Shaked

It is not yet clear who will be given their portfolios, albeit temporarily.

Tel Aviv City Hall Lights Up in Solidarity with Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre Victims

The municipal building in Tel Aviv lit up in a display of the American flag on Saturday night to show the city’s solidarity with the victims of the deadly attack.

Netanyahu’s Attorney and Cousin Denies Improprieties in Submarine Deal

At the conclusion of the investigation, Police declared there was consolidated evidence justifying the indictment of several suspects on bribery, fraud, money laundering and other charges.

Gal-On Reconsiders, Will Stay to Lead Meretz

Meretz chairperson Zehava Gal-On decides to remain as chairperson after her party reached 5 mandates.

Adams Mulls Adding More Police in Crackdown on Gun Violence

“We have a sea of violence in our city and country and there are many rivers that are feeding that sea. We must dam each one.”

Russians Certain Giving Syria S-300 Missiles Won’t Upset Relations with Israel

"It is not in Israel’s interest to add a serious country such as Russia to the list of its opponents."

IDF Cyber Chief: Iran Tried to Hack Missile Alert System

The Homefront Command’s missile-alert system is one of the most sensitive parts of Israel’s civilian and military infrastructure.

Man Who Shut Down Ben Gurion Airport, Walks Back Claim Strike Was Coordinated with...

Idan said he heard from the head of the Histadrut that Netanyahu was involved in coordinating the strike's timing. If only the Histadrut hadn't been hysterically trying to find out when Netanyahu was making his announcement...

Bennett: Cabinet Meeting Targeted Terrorists Who Do Exits for their Families

"We're talking about a new kind of terrorism, viral terrorism," Bennett explained.

Since Thursday Kinneret Level Rises 7.9 Inches

Large amounts of water that swept through northern Israel and led to a strong flow of streams have produced exceptionally high figures for the National Lake's level. The Kinneret water is now at about 80 centimeters (31.5 inches) above the "lower red line." While rain may be ceasing soon, the snow thaw is expected to add even more water in the spring.

PM Netanyahu Comments on Current Events Affecting Israel

Netanyahu discussed Anwar Sadat, Trump's peace plan and the illegal infiltrators.

Bennett Pays Out NIS 25 Million as First Concession to Keep MK Zoabi in...

It’s amusing to see Avigdor Liberman lavishing all this money on Israeli Arabs.

Hundreds March in Chicago, Demand Mayor Rahm Emanuel Resign

Hundreds marched in the streets of Chicago Wednesday, demanding that Mayor Rahm Emanuel resign.

Dangerous Gush Etzion Junction Receives Tender Loving Care from Locals

“We took on this initiative with the understanding that normal life, which is what we aspire for here, cannot exist if we feel that we are living in a bunker and with an atmosphere of having to defend ourselves."

Lee Kuan Yew, First Prime Minister of Singapore (91)

Lee Kuan Yew, the man who essentially created modern Singapore died on Monday at age 91.

Young Widow: “I Thought After a Year I Would Know How to Cope”

Staff Sgt. Tuvia Yanai Weissman, was awarded a posthumous medal of bravery in September 2016 for his courage in confronting two terrorists while unarmed.

Israel Loses Final Game of European Baseball Championship

In the sixth inning, Assaf Levemart's home run also brought Wanger home and Israel was ahead 4-1.

10 Israeli Tourists Attacked in Argentina Hostel

Earlier this week, ten Israeli tourists were violently assaulted in an anti-Semitic attack at a hostel in Argentina.

Rosh Yeshiva, Advocate of Giyur K’halacha, Yoatzot Halacha, Rabbi Nahum Rabinovitch Dies at 92

Rabbi Rabinovitch was a staunch supporter of Nishmat, the only institution in Israel that certifies women as yoatzot halacha – halachic advisors.

Government Approves Bill to Kill Tax Breaks on Anti-Israeli NGO Donations

The new bill, which amends Israel's income tax law, was endorsed by 26 MKs from all the coalition parties.

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