Pakistani Supreme Court Rules Daniel Pearl’s Murderer to Stay in Prison
The Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations lauded the decision, saying “this killer should be behind bars for the rest of his days; anything less would be a painful insult to the Pearl family.”
Pittsburgh Jews Warned to ‘Be Vigilant’ as Neo-Nazi Convict Released into Community
“I would hope he is getting mental health counseling and the appropriate rehabilitation but as a community, we need to be vigilant . . . We have no way of knowing for sure.”
Saudi Arabia is on a Delegitimization Campaign Against Abbas, the PA
Saudi Prince Bandar bin Sultan, a senior Saudi official, openly criticized the Palestinian Authority leadership for transferring their allegiance to Turkey and Iran.
Serological Survey Shows Israel Far from COVID-19 ‘Herd Immunity’
Coronavirus antibodies were found in 5.5 percent of the population—far short of the figure required for “herd immunity,” according to the ministry.
Head of Bnei Brak’s Main Hospital Resigns over Attack on Haredi Misconduct
"The rabbis, the ones who are there, the wise ones, are shouting 'Stop,' but their audience is not listening."
FIDF Delivers Emergency Packages To Quarantined IDF Soldiers
During the week of Sukkot, FIDF has been distributing tens of thousands of nourishing meals, personal hygiene kits, and other products.
With Her Party Reaping Extraordinary Poll Numbers, Ayelet Shaked Urges New Elections
"I think Bennett can lead the country and be an excellent prime minister, but we are not forming coalitions yet."
Haredi Reporters Kornbluh, Getz, Assaulted, Called ‘Moysers’ by Chasidim in Protest Led by Heshy...
Tischler is being described as a populist and a brute, but this relatively new voice of Borough Park is recognized by police as a leader in the community.
Ambulnz Steps Up To Provide Help to ‘Hot Zone’ Communities
As Governor Cuomo shuts down schools in Brooklyn, Orthodox Jews feel unfairly targeted.
EU Gives Palestinian Authority Ultimatum, Links Aid to Tax Monies Held by Israel
The EU questions why Mahmoud Abbas seeks a loan when $750 million in tax revenues are waiting in Israel for transfer to Ramallah.
Thanks to Coronavirus Lockdown, Woman Freed From Get-Refusing Husband
One night in jail after an arrest at a lockdown checkpoint, and a years-long divorce battle came to an end.
Ancient Technology: Israeli Research Finds Hominins Used Fire to Make Stone Tools
The Israeli team found that early humans may have had a good understanding of the effects of heating the stone before flaking it into blades, and they may have used different temperatures to create different types of tools.
Pirate Coronavirus Testing Ring Arrested in Israel
The suspects are accused of collecting sums estimated at tens of thousands of shekels carrying out the pirated tests, not always properly.
IDF Soldier Tie Up PA Policemen, Confiscate Their Guns
The PA police blocked the undercover IDF soldiers, instigating the response from the IDF.
Israeli NGO Challenges Tax Benefits for ‘Hostile’ Organizations
The Israel Tax Authority is refusing to release information about hundreds of millions of shekels in exemptions received by international groups, some of which actively work against the Jewish state.
US Court Orders Iran to Pay $1.4 Billion to Family of Former Jewish FBI...
“This judgment is the first step in the pursuit of justice for Robert Levinson, an American patriot, who was kidnapped and subjected to unimaginable suffering for more than 13 years,” said his family.
Rep. Joaquin Castro Seeks to Welcome ‘Palestinians’ before Foreign Affairs Committee
Castro also wants to condition U.S. military assistance to Israel on the Jewish state not applying sovereignty to the Judea and Samaria.
Tel Aviv Launches COVID-19 Epidemiological Center with 100 Investigators
With 2,108 active Corona patients, Tel Aviv-Yafo's rate of infection is 3.8 per 1,000 residents (compared with its neighbor to the east, Bnei Brak, where the rate is 26.58 per 1,000).
12% Haredim, 16% Arabs Among Corona Fatalities in Israel
Morbidity trends in children in recent days are on an increase, especially in adolescents ages 12 to 17 in all the sectors.
After Acquiring Noble Energy, Chevron Shuts Off the Gas to Israel, Demands Higher Prices
Chevron's entrance is definitely a game changer, just not the one Netanyahu expected.
Brooklyn Haredim Defy Pandemic Rules in Dense, Unmasked Holiday Gatherings
Most of Borough Park is considered a hot zone, based on what the governor described as coronavirus diagnosis data.
Police Arrest 17 in Clashes with Haredim as Govt. Extends Ban on Demonstrations
The government is obligated to extend the special state of emergency every seven days if it wishes it to continue, and it must not extend it for more than 21 days.
Gender Identity Discussions Banned From British Schools
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New York Schools, Businesses To Close For Two Weeks In Heavily Jewish Areas
During a Tuesday news conference, the governor said he deeply respects and has close ties to the Orthodox Jewish community that go back more than 30 years. Cuomo said the crackdown results from love and respect for Orthodox Jews.
Cuomo Says New Yorkers Have a COVID ‘Cluster Problem’ – Announces New Closures
The governor also announced a hike in the fine for violations of mass gathering regulations - the fine is now $15,000.
New York Charges Vandal of Brooklyn Jewish Center with Hate Crimes
Osman Butt, 25, was charged with burglary and criminal mischief for allegedly breaking windows of the Shore Parkway Jewish Center.
Exclusive: Israel’s Acting Consul General in NYC Says ‘We Face 2 Pandemics – COVID-19,...
"There are many good people here in New York and elsewhere who are fighting this hatred of Jews,” he said. “What we are seeing is alarming."
Israel Seizes Hamas, PA Funds Transferred to Terrorists’ Families in Israel
Defense Minister Benny Gantzs igned four orders to seize funds transferred from Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA) to Arabs with Israeli citizenship whose family members committed terrorist attacks.
Arab Joint List Chairman Ayman Odeh Diagnosed with COVID-19
“I urge everyone to act carefully and obey guidelines about masks, social distancing and hygiene. The virus is real, dangerous and contagious.”
Pro-Israel Pastor John Hagee Diagnosed with COVID-19
Pastor Hagee is the founder and chairman of the Christians United for Israel (CUFI) organization.