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Op-Ed: A New Immigrant’s Thoughts Ahead of Passover
Violeta Esquinazi, who immigrated to Israel a year ago, explains why this Passover is a very special one for her.
Uk Parliament Committee Equates Anti-Semitism and Anti-Zionism
A report regarding the increasing anti-Semitic incidents in the UK was released yesterday evening. The report includes a number of recommendations for the British Parliament aimed at reducing the number of hate crimes committed against the local Jewish community. The committee recommended that the British government and all the political parties adopt an identical and updated definition of the term anti-Semitism.
Op-Ed: The Understated Cultural Difference Between East and West
There’s a huge cultural difference between the East and the West to which most new immigrants from the USA to Israel will attest. Today is somewhat different than, say, forty or fifty years ago because of the rapid technological developments in communication and transportation as well as incredible economic expansion.
Israeli Researchers Bring Hope to ALS Patients
New research that was conducted by Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem together with Israeli company BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics has been generating a lot of attention globally due to its abilities that were proven in a recent trial. During the 4-year trial, 26 ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s disease) patients were treated with new and groundbreaking technology.
Palestinian Group Calls on Netflix to Cancel Three of Fauda
A Palestinian group is calling on Netflix to stop airing the popular drama series Fauda. According to the Ramallah-based Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI), the Israeli hit TV show is “an anti-Arab racist, Israeli propaganda tool that glorifies the Israeli military’s war crimes against the Palestinian people.” The show, which wrapped up it’s second season, follows an undercover Israeli unit operating in the West Bank.
Israeli Researchers Give Paralyzed Rat the Ability to Walk Again
A promising research study from the Technion and Tel Aviv University is making headlines in the medical world. The Israeli researchers who took part in the study managed to give a paralyzed rat the ability to walk again. The researchers hope that their study will change spinal cord injury treatment. People usually panic when they see rats but Technion researchers were thrilled to see one running around their lab recently.
Understanding Israelophobia?
Iranian political theorist Reza Parchizadeh explains the true meaning of Israelophobia, how the Islamic Republic is contributing to its existence and how the psychological fear of the State of Israel has contributed to the destabilization of the region. Israelophobia is a psychological fear of Israel that is invested more in ideology than the practicalities of politics. It regards Israel as a contumely on the face of the earth rather than a troubled nation.
Burgul Salad with Feta and Roasted Vegetables
Israel is famous for their bulgur salads. Bulgur grain is made from whole wheat kernels that have been parboiled, dried and cracked. It has a lot of fiber and protein and is loaded with vitamins. This salad can be made ahead of time; some say it’s even tastier the day after – especially if you only add the herbs right before serving.
Israeli Boy Pronounced Dead and Than Returns to Life
Usually, when a person suffers a cardiac arrests, it never ends well. The statistics are bad: In Israel, only in 3% of the cases does a person’s heart return to functioning normally. Shilo Tuito, a 10-year-old boy, collapsed while watching a basketball game. He was revived and saved thanks to the quick response of the Magen David Adom paramedics.
Israeli Researchers Find Innovative Way to Hide Signs of Aging
A research team at Israel’s Bar-Ilan University has developed a breakthrough way to fight wrinkles and other signs of aging without the use of injections. The team of researchers created a cream that contains small molecules of hyaluronic acid (HA) polymers, which help fight the signs of aging. The research project was sponsored by the Israeli cosmeceutical company Hava Zingboim Ltd.
Israeli Researchers Discover Breakthrough in Finding ALS Treatment
Researchers at Tel Aviv University recently conducted a study that led to the discovery of a previously unknown mechanism involved in the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It is believed that this discovery could lead to a treatment for the fatal disease. Dr. Eran Perlson of the university’s Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine led the study.
The Face of Hunger in Israel
Ruth’s father died two years ago of cancer. Since then, her mother, Yaffa, has been struggling to raise Ruth and her brother on the meager salary she earns from ironing shirts at a local laundromat. Without charitable support, the family would have almost nothing to eat. One organization that helps Yaffa maintain her family is Meir Panim, which provides the family with hot meals through its restaurant-style soup kitchens and prepaid shopping cards before Jewish holidays.
White House Leak: Trump and Putin Agree Iranian Military Forces Must Leave Syria
White House Leak: Trump and Putin Agree Iranian Military Forces Must Leave Syria The leaders also spoke of the campaign against the Islamic state, the disputes in the Golan Heights and the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
Palestinians Plan to Expel Israel from the UN
Palestinians Plan to Expel Israel from the UN After the failed attempt by Palestinians to want to expel Israel from FIFA in October last year, they seem determined to go after a goal of much greater magnitude. Plenary meeting of the 70th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, September 28, 2015 Office of POR After the failed attempt by Palestinians to expel Israel from FIFA in October last year, they seem determined to go after a goal of much greater magnitude.
Prominent US Journalist Detained at Ben Gurion
Prominent US Journalist Detained at Ben Gurion Beinart's interrogation is the latest in a series of incidents at Israeli entry and exit points where US Jews have been interrogated. American Journalist Peter Beinart Screenshot Peter Beinart, a leading Jewish-American journalist, was questioned at the Ben-Gurion International Airport after entering Israel, according to an article published on Monday in The Forward.
Israel's Leaders Heap Praise on Trump’s Decision to Renew Iran Sanctions
Israel's Leaders Heap Praise on Trump’s Decision to Renew Iran Sanctions Lifting of sanctions has caused 'disastrous' results, emboldening Tehran in its military ambitions, and 'bringing war closer', Netanyahu says Benjamin Netanyahu Getty Images Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu welcomed US President Donald Trump’s decision to snap back sanctions on Iran Monday and called on European leaders to follow suit.
Gas and Fuel Into Gaza Banned Until Further Notice
Gas and Fuel Into Gaza Banned Until Further Notice Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman bans the entry of fuel and gas into Gaza through the Kerem Shalom border crossing. The decision was made due to the recent balloons and kites terrorist attacks. Last week the crossing was only partially opened because Hamas continues its attacks.
Zarif: U.S. Must Respect Us, Threats Don't Work
Zarif: U.S. Must Respect Us, Threats Don't Work Iranian Foreign Minister rules out talks with U.S. officials. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Reuters Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif ruled out any talks with U.S. officials and called on Washington to respect his country. In a tweet, Zarif said Iran and the U.S. held talks for two years which resulted in the 2015 nuclear deal, from which President Donald Trump recently withdraw. “It’s been working.
Syria Retakes Golan Heights From ISIS with Israel
Syria Retakes Golan Heights Frontline with Israel Government forces pressed ahead with their offensive despite threats by the Islamic State group to kill civilians it recently captured in a nearby province. Syrian troops raise the Syrian flag in the border town of Quneitra in the Syrian Golan Heights on July 27, 2018.
UN Mideast envoy: Israel, Hamas were ‘minutes away’ from war
UN Mideast envoy: Israel, Hamas were ‘minutes away’ from war Nikolay Mladenov tells Security Council unless sides begin to work for true change, 'another explosion is almost a certainty'; Israeli envoy Danon says Hamas 'holding Gaza hostage' UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The UN Mideast envoy said Tuesday that Israel and Hamas were “minutes away” from another “devastating confrontation” in Gaza on Saturday — a clash averted after UN and Egyptian diplomatic efforts got both sides to “step back from the...
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A New Curriculum: Hating Israel, Ignoring Holocaust
Surprising Candidate: "I May Run for Prime Minister Eventually"
Surprising Candidate: "I May Run for Prime Minister Eventually" Justice Minister sees herself eventually running for prime minister, she hinted in an intervie at the Knesset on Tuesday.
PETA Condemns Hamas Use of Terror Falcon
PETA Condemns Hamas Use of Terror Falcon "Animals claim allegiance to no nation, don't choose sides, and can only rely on human beings to show them mercy." A falcon found dead in a tree, tied to an incendiary device, on July 16, 2018, near the Gaza border.
Israel Strikes Hamas Cell Launching Arson Kites During Gaza Ceasefire
Israel Strikes Hamas Cell Launching Arson Kites During Gaza Ceasefire Palestinians say one injured by drone strike in Beit Hanoun area; Netanyahu and Liberman vow zero tolerance to ongoing, cross-border arson attacks Illustrative: Gazans load balloons with flammable material to be flown toward Israel, at the Israel-Gaza border in al-Bureij, central Gaza Strip on June 14, 2018.
UN Envoy Against the Palestinians?
UN Envoy Against the Palestinians? "Give Peace a chance" “I have to appeal to all parents of children in Gaza today to step back and keep the protests peaceful.” A Palestinian man inspects a destroyed Islamic Jihad military base after it was targeted by an Israeli warplane, at the southern Gaza Strip May 30, 2018.
A New Curriculum: Hating Israel, Ignoring Holocaust
A New Curriculum: Hating Israel, Ignoring Holocaust A new study provides a glimpse into Syrian schools' curriculum, which demonizes Zionism, describes the 'Golan heist' and is rife with anti-semitic content, admiration for Russia.
Study: Israel Doing Well in 'Twitter Plomacy'
Study: Israel Doing Well in 'Twitter Plomacy' When it comes to "Twiplomatic relations," Israel is ranked fourth on the list of "Best connected world leaders in 2018." A man is silhouetted against a video screen with a Twitter and a Facebook logo.
Official Use of Arabic Dropped From Final Version of Nationality Bill
Official Use of Arabic Dropped From Final Version of Nationality Bill As the controversial bill prepares for second and third readings at Knesset, changes made; while Hebrew will be declared as Israel's official language, the official state use of Arabic will be determined in separate legislation.
First Cabinet Member Enters Temple Mount After 3 Years as PM Lifts Ban
First Cabinet Member Enters Temple Mount After 3 Years as PM Lifts Ban Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel the first to make use of new decision letting MKs visit flashpoint Jerusalem holy site once every 3 months; calls for completely free access Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel visiting the Temple Mount in Jerusalem on July 8, 2018.
Hamas Uses Seduction Girls To Dupe 100 Soldiers Into Downloading Spyware
Hamas Uses Seduction Girls To Dupe 100 Soldiers Into Downloading Spyware Military intelligence officers say no damage to security after soldiers fall for terror group cyberplot, but launch new campaign to highlight cellphone vulnerabilities The Israel Defense Force launched a campaign Tuesday to warn its soldiers about Hamas hackers who have been trying to install spyware on their phones via a World Cup app and two online dating sites.
Hamas Uses Fake Facebook Friends To Dupe 100 Soldiers Into Downloading Spyware
Hamas Uses Fake Facebook Friends To Dupe 100 Soldiers Into Downloading Spyware Military intelligence officers say no damage to security after soldiers fall for terror group cyberplot, but launch new campaign to highlight cellphone vulnerabilities The Israel Defense Force launched a campaign Tuesday to warn its soldiers about Hamas hackers who have been trying to install spyware on their phones via a World Cup app and two online dating sites.
The Western Wall Dramatic Decision
The Western Wall Dramatic Decision PM replaces Culture Minister Miri Regev, who said she could not approve work on the prayer pavilion, citing her conscience and 'Jewish tradition' Culture Minister Miri Regev Photo: Ohad Zwigenberg/Pool The Knesset in the early hours of Tuesday morning voted for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to head a committee tasked to implement the construction of an egalitarian prayer space at the Western Wall, replacing Culture Minister Miri Regev.
What Will Be the Outcome Of The Western Wall Pluralistic Plaza Committee?
The Western Wall Dramatic Decision PM replaces Culture Minister Miri Regev, who said she could not approve work on the prayer pavilion, citing her conscience and 'Jewish tradition' Culture Minister Miri Regev Photo: Ohad Zwigenberg/Pool The Knesset in the early hours of Tuesday morning voted for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to head a committee tasked to implement the construction of an egalitarian prayer space at the Western Wall, replacing Culture Minister Miri Regev.
10 must-sees in Northern Israel
Top 10 destinations in Northern Israel Northern Israel is home to many attractions that make it a rich region for tourism. While many tourists tend to focus on Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, Northern Israel is not a place you want to leave off of your list of sights to see during your next trip to Israel.
What does it mean to be an IDF lone soldier?
IDF lone soldiers are never alone despite not having family in Israel Despite the fact that most lone soldiers do not have biological parents in Israel, they are not really ever alone. The Israeli army and many support organizations make sure that lone soldiers receive the care and treatment they need in order to serve in the IDF. IDF soldiers (illustration) Photo Credit: Reuters/Channel 2 News Lone soldiers are a unique characteristic of the IDF.
Get to know the IDF Infantry Corps brigades
Get to know the IDF Infantry Corps brigades: Golani, Givati, Kfir, Nahal, Tzanchanim IDF infantry brigades make up a central part of the Israeli army. Combat soldiers within these brigades serve in the most dangerous areas. Get to know the five IDF infantry brigades: Golani, Givati, Kfir, Nahal, Tzanchanim.
Russia: Only Assad’s forces should have presence along Syrian-Israeli border
Russian FM: Only Assad’s army should have presence along Syrian-Israeli border The statement comes amid rising tensions between Iran’s forces in Syria and Israel. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The Kremlin. Russia’s top diplomat, Sergei Lavrov, said on Monday that only Syrian Army troops should be positioned along Syria’s southern border with Israel and Jordan, Reuters reported, citing the Russian RIA news agency.
Trump: North Korea already destroying ‘major missile engine testing site’
Trump praises Kim as ‘courageous,’ says he wants ‘bright new future for his people’ “Today’s the beginning of an arduous process— our eyes are wide open, but peace is always worth the effort, especially in this case,” Trump added. Trump in Singapore Photo Credit: Screenshot from YouTube After signing a historic agreement with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, US President Donald Trump held a special press conference in Singapore on Tuesday.
Shin Bet: Afula stabbing was terror attack
Shin Bet determines Afula stabbing was terror attack The victim, an 18-year-old girl who was on her way to take a school exam, remains in critical condition. The scene in Afula, yesterday Photo Credit: Meir Vaknin/Flash 90 The Shin Bet confirmed Tuesday that the stabbing in which a young girl was injured in Afula yesterday was an act of terror.
Leaving the past behind: Trump, Kim sign ‘historic’ document
All eyes on Singapore: Trump, Kim shake hands, sign ‘historic’ document Trump is expected to reveal details when he addresses reporters in about two hours. Trump and Kim, today Photo Credit: Screenshot from YouTube US President Donald Trump has described the summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Singapore as a “really fantastic” meeting in which “a lot of progress” was made.
Prince William to focus on Israeli, Palestinian youth during first visit
Yad Vashem, meeting with Netanyahu on Prince William’s schedule for historic Middle East visit Kensington Palace also revealed that the Duke of Cambridge will visit the Church of St Mary Magdalene so that he can pay his respects at the tomb of his great-grandmother, Princess Alice.
Trump-Kim agreement: “Complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula”
New era of US-North Korea relations? Trump, Kim commit to ‘denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula’ Korea experts are criticizing the document. One even said that the text is “even thinner than most skeptics anticipated.” Trump and Kim, today Photo Credit: Screenshot from YouTube US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un signed a “pretty comprehensive” document on Tuesday as the historic meeting between the two leaders ended.
Police question Netanyahu for 9th time in corruption cases
Police arrive at Netanyahu’s residence for another round of questioning The Israel Police has already recommended that Netanyahu be indicted in two of the corruption cases. Benjamin Netanyahu Photo Credit: Yonatan Sindel/Flash 90 On Tuesday morning, police investigators arrived at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s official residence in Jerusalem to question him for the ninth time regarding the corruption cases in which he is a suspect.
Trump says ‘real’ nuclear deal should be reached with Iran
Trump says he’s prepared to reach ‘real’ nuclear deal with Iran “I think Iran is a different country now than it was three or four months ago. I don’t think they’re looking so much to the Mediterranean,” Trump added.
Jewish teen’s murderer extradited to Germany
Iraqi refugee who murdered Jewish teen extradited to Germany Ali Bashar is expected to be questioned later today regarding the crimes to which he has already confessed. Susanna Feldman Photo Credit: Facebook screenshot The Iraqi asylum seeker who was arrested for the rape and murder of a 14-year-old Jewish girl in Germany was extradited to the European country on Saturday after fleeing with his family to his native state.
Security Cabinet to discuss Gaza crisis
Israel’s senior ministers to convene for debate on Gaza crisis solutions The meeting comes after four Palestinian protesters were killed over the weekend by Israeli fire during the violent border protests. Gaza border riot on Friday Photo Credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit Israel’s Security Cabinet will meet on Sunday for a special discussion regarding the dire humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Assad: “We’re not a puppet state”
Assad denies Israeli-Russian coordination, claims Syria isn’t ‘a puppet state’ In a rare interview to foreign media aired on Sunday in Britain, Syria’s president accused the West of being responsible for the high death toll in the ongoing civil war in his country.
Singapore welcomes Kim ahead of summit with Trump
Kim lands in Singapore ahead of historic US-North Korea summit Trump is on his way to the same airport. The two will meet on Tuesday. Kim shaking hands with Singapore's FM Photo Credit: Twitter screenshot North Korean leader Kim Jong-un landed on Sunday in Singapore ahead of the historic Washington-Pyongyang summit slated for Tuesday.
IDF launches surprise drill in Golan Heights
Surprise military exercise launched in Golan Heights While the reservists who were called up were not informed about the drill ahead of time, the IDF is stressing that the exercise is part of the 2018 training schedule. IDF forces in the north Photo Credit: Basel Awidat/Flash 90 The IDF announced on Sunday that it has launched a wide-ranging military drill in the Golan Heights.
Netanyahu to be questioned in Case 4000 this week
Police seek to question Netanyahu in corruption cases again It appears that the police are trying to tie up the loose ends in the cases involving the prime minister. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Photo Credit: Hillel Maeir/TPS Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to be questioned on Tuesday as part of the Israel Police’s investigation into the Bezeq Affair.
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