The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2017
Object thrown through Toronto synagogue window, day after arson attack on Montreal synagogue

A window of the Mishkan Avraham synagogue was broken, but no injuries were reported. An investigation was opened, but as of writing there are no suspects.

Moving FourWard: Inside Jerusalem's ambitious bid to reinvent medical innovation

A groundbreaking partnership aims to make Jerusalem a global center for healthcare innovation and entrepreneurship.

UAE launches Naseej initiative to tackle 220,000 tons of annual textile waste

Circular textile systems aim to keep garments and fibers in use for as long as possible through reuse, repair, resale, upcycling, recycling, and reduced waste.

White House AI adviser Sriram Krishnan steps down as Trump eyes tech stakes

Krishnan did not give a reason for leaving, but wrote in the post that he intends to help "tackle some of the large challenges facing America" related to AI.

From my watchtower in Jerusalem, I am still watching New York - opinion

The Israel Day Parade is about the connection between the Jewish people and the State of Israel.

Jew vs Jew: New York, Israel, and the crisis of Jewish solidarity - opinion

As antisemitism rises, the widening rift among Jews over Israel raises urgent questions about Jewish unity.

Indonesia belongs in the Abraham Accords - the time has come for normalization - opinion

The obstacles remain substantial, but with the right American commitment and support, there is now an opportunity to take Indonesia-Israel ties out of the shadows and into the sunlight.

Iraq World Cup star Aymen Hussein detained at Chicago airport, team photographer barred

Hussein was finally allowed in, but the team's photographer was barred from entering the US, said the official, who works for the Iraqi Olympic Committee and has close contacts with the team.

Several wounded in Ohio shooting near festival, police seeking suspect

The shooting occurred near the Old West End festival, a two-day event featuring live music and home tours in the city's historical district.

Argument over smoking at Kfar Maccabiah pool ends in stabbing, arrests

The altercation, which occurred in full view of dozens of swimmers, including children, broke out after one man asked another to stop smoking near the pool. 

IDF kills Hamas terror cell commander in Gaza Strip

The Hamas commander was Muhanad Othman Yassin Farwana, whom the IDF stated was involved in advancing several attack plans against both Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers.

Pride flags vandalized across Israel over weekend, police launch probes

In Jaffa, police launched an investigation after receiving a report of an individual seen tearing down LGBT flags displayed at the Clock Tower Square.

As Iran threatens regional fuel shipping, Azerbaijan becomes Israel’s gas buffer

Backup supplies from SOCAR are giving Egypt and Jordan alternatives when Israeli gas exports are disrupted, while keeping Israel linked to regional customers that may avoid direct purchases.

Voices from the Arab press: China’s role, medicine’s lessons, and the future of Iran talks

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

US to make Iranian assets available for repairs in Gulf states that were damaged in Iranian attacks

This after US Treasury Secretary Bessent directed a team to assess conditions among Gulf allies, assessing costs for damage inflicted by Iran.

US downs two Iranian drones in Strait of Hormuz, as two IDF soldiers killed in Lebanon

Trump says Iran military 'totally destroyed' • US to make Iranian assets available for repairs in Gulf states • Missiles launched towards Kuwait, Bahrain

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