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Shimon Peres turns 90
Peres throws his weight behind US plan to arm Syria rebels
In 'Reuters' interview ahead of 90th birthday, president shrugs off fears that rebel weapons could be turned on Israel, dismisses idea of unilateral strike on Iran, and urges Palestinians, Israelis to forge ahead with peace.
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Knesset approves proposed budget cuts, despite opposition
58 lawmakers voted in favor of the proposed cuts and 44 opposed.
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'Arabs go home' sprayed on houses of Abu Ghosh
Police say 28 cars tires punctured, houses sprayed with graffiti in Arab village in probable "price tag" attack.
Obama, Putin express cautious optimism over Iran
Two meet privately after G8 press conference over new deal on destroying nuclear material to prevent spread of weapons.
Balad pushes bill to make Arabs autonomous minority
MK Jamal Zahalka, tells 'Post' proposed legislation is for Israel to recognize Arab citizens as national minority, fulfill obligations.
Putin faces isolation over Syria as G8 ups pressure
World leaders line up to pressure Russian president into toning down support for Syrian President Bashar Assad.
Clinton: Israel must make peace in order to survive
Former US president says "no alternative" to the creation of a Palestinian state; says Israel must "prepare for the worst."
Pro-Beduin groups lobby against Prawer-Begin plan
Labor MK Omer Bar-Lev tells 'Post' that over the years, the Beduin issue had been avoided and as a result, the problem became worse.
The eyes of the Old City: 'Mabat 2000' captures all
A complex network of visible surveillance cameras in Jerusalem’s Old City is braided between the oldest sites in history.
Livni swears on peace, despite Bennett’s comments
Justice minister insists diplomatic process with Palestinians will begin soon, regardless of Bennett's eulogy for two-state solution.
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Odoardo Focherini, who was honored for sacrificing his life to save Jews during Nazi era, is sent on road to sainthood.
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TA municipality tries out 25 electric scooters
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Second int’l firm signs on Israeli gas exploration
Two Israeli energy firms exploring new underwater natural gas prospects west of Hadera sign JoA with Italian partner.
Tel Aviv-J'lem road to receive NIS 2.5b. overhaul
Project to upgrade Road 1; travelers advised to make use of alternative routes, to minimize traffic jams.
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Gamzu pledges more doctors and nurses in public system
1,300 more medical students to graduate every year to cope with the growing shortage of physicians, Health Ministry director-general vows.
Cancer researcher lauds ruling against gene patents
US ruling against gene patenting hailed by discoverer of the BRCA1 breast cancer mutation that affects many Israelis, Jews.
German willing to consider fortification of foods
Health minister tells 'Post' she has a more positive view of adding nutrients to food than to tap water.
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Spain, Italy to clash in mouthwatering U-21 final
Two European powers will square off at Teddy Stadium on Tuesday night for the championship final.
Weintraub advances in Wimbledon qualifiers
Weintraub, ranked No. 224 in the world, made quick work of Canadian Peter Polansky (210), racing to a 6-2, 6-3 victory.
Israel wins bronze at Ball Hockey Championships
Competing in Division B, the squad defeated Hong Kong 3-2 in a shootout to capture 3rd place.
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