Islamic Waqf Takes Advantage of Temple Mount Closure to Conduct Illegal Digs

The semi-official Waqf slogan is: "Destroying Jewish artifacts and history since June, 1967."

Interview with Former Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein

Outgoing Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein has a lot to say about the events of the past few months. Having recently become the first Knesset Speaker in history to resign, he says he's learned to stand up for his principles, even if it comes at a price.

Daily Stormer Webmaster ‘Zoombombing’ Jewish Webinar, Exposing Swastika Tattoo

Andrew Auernheimer, whose mother told Newsweek he has Jewish relatives on both sides of his family, is nevertheless the webmaster for The Daily Stormer. 

PA Deploys Troops in Eastern Jerusalem to Quell Spread of Coronavirus

The Palestinian Authority is worried that Arab residents from Jerusalem will infect Arab residents of the PA.

IDF Converts Armored Vehicle Assembly Lines to Make Medical Equipment

Israeli Defense Ministry’s Tank Rehabilitation and Maintenance Center is churning out 1,400 pairs of protective goggles a day • “We are working at full strength to find creative solutions that will save lives,” says Maintenance Center commander Col. Udi Amira.

NYC Hospitals Collapsing Under COVID-19 Burden As Death Toll Reaches 1,100

In Israel, 233 more coronavirus patients were recorded overnight Wednesday, raising the total to 5,591, with 21 dead.

IDF Chief of Staff Tests Negative for Coronavirus; Israeli Scientists Progress Toward Vaccine

While preparations for an exit from the Corona-related lockdown after the Passover holiday were underway one localized flare-up would torpedo all efforts.

Tel Aviv-Yafo Shows Solidarity with US, Thanks for Support to Those Affected by COVID-19

Tel Aviv's partner cities in the US include Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Miami Dade County, Philadelphia and San Antonio.

Cremation of Argentina’s Jewish Coronavirus Victim Sparks Concerns

Orthodox Rabbi Kenneth Brander, the dean of the Israel’s Ohr Torah Stone network of institutions, said while cremation is normally considered a “desecration” in Judaism, if it helps save a life during this time it would be “a mitzvah that the deceased is doing posthumously.”

20 Dead, 5,358 Sick: COVID-19 Tightens Grip on Jewish State

On the bright side, 224 patients have recovered from the virus.

Syria Deploys Aerial Defense Against Missile Strike Over Homs

"This development comes as Al-Shayrat airport has become Iran’s air base in Syria for storing weapons and leading operations.”

CNN Anchor Chris Cuomo, Brother of NY Gov Andrew Cuomo, Has COVID-19

The network said he is feeling well and will continue to anchor his 9 pm program from his home.

IDF Chief of Staff Quarantined After Exposure to COVID-19

the IDF Home Front Command and the head of the IDF Operations Directorate were both exposed as well.

COVID-19 Privilege: President Rivlin Invites Viewers to a Virtual Tour of his Residence

Every week a different part of the tour will be uploaded to the president’s social media accounts.

Maryland Governor Orders Lockdown to Fight COVID-19

Those who violate the order are to face misdemeanor charges that carry a penalty of up to one year in jail and/or a $5,000 fine.

Israeli Schools Closed Due to Coronavirus – What Happened to Breakfast?

"Food will be distributed to several hundred families in the center of the country, followed by the addition of other locations as budget allows."

MDA Drive-in COVID-19 Testing Program Launches Site for Bnei Brak Residents

"We urge anyone who has symptoms during the isolation to contact MDA 101 Hotline."

As Corona Advances Through Efrat, Residents Buckle Down on Individual Home Fronts

The first group were infected by one person during the Purim Megillah reading, the next day, 17 people had Purim seudah with that person, then on Shabbat, that group split up into different minyanim...

Annals of COVID-19: As Israeli Public Spaces Stand Empty Workers Clear Away Kotel Notes...

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation has carried out a site cleaning operation, taking advantage of the sudden lull in visitors

Israel’s Immigration Authority to Automatically Extend B1 Working Visas

Whoever holds a B1 working visa in nursing care, agriculture, chefs, and experts does not need to go to a Population and Immigration Authority office for an extension.

IfNotNow Demands Israel Let Gazans In to Relieve Coronavirus ‘Catastrophe’

There isn't even one singular word of sympathy for their fellow Jews in Israel who are engaged in a battle for their lives even as we speak – nothing.

UJA Giving Another $11 Million to Remedy Coronavirus Damage

Monday's announcement of additional funding came after UJA had pledged more than $23 million in immediate aid last week.

Israel’s Rate of New Cases on Slight Decline as Efforts to Slow Down Spread...

43,389 Israelis are in voluntary isolation at home, having spent some time near an infected person.

City of Tel Aviv Salutes MDA in Appreciation for COVID-19 Coronavirus Service

"It's exciting to see a sign of recognition and appreciation for the organization's work, especially during this period."

FDA Green-Lights Israeli-US Drug for COVID-19 Treatment Trial

The drug (Aviptadil) to be tried already has a 20-year history of safe use in human beings.

Prime Minister Netanyahu Tests Negative for COVID-19, Will Remain in Self-Quarantine

The tests for the prime minister’s family and close advisers likewise came back negative as well.

Evangelical Leader Cardoza-Moore: COVID-19 Not Punishment for Jews for Rejecting Jesus

“Rick Wiles professes to be an Evangelical Christian Pastor, but he never quotes scriptures."

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