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Abbas: No contradiction between Hamas unity and peace
PA president tells US envoy reconciliation deal is a Palestinian national need; Netanyahu says PA has embraced terrorist organizations instead of peace; Peres says PA must choose between Hamas and peace.
White House: Focused on steps on Syria crisis
US hopes to meet with international partners in bid to halt violence, provide humanitarian aid.
'Suspected serial bank bank robber behind heists'
Police say they believe the highly dangerous individual is behind a string of robberies in the Center.
Hamas split threatens Palestinian unity deal
Gaza-based leadership urges changes in unity deal; Abbas's dual role as PA president and PM at heart of the dispute.
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'US urged Israel not to release terrorists'
Darfurians pool money to reopen TA shelter
Reporters face trial for ‘invading’ Nazi’s privacy
In Egypt, soccer fans on the frontline of revolution
'Political pressure must not force Iran strike'
'Retain military options against Iran'
Labor Court meeting ends, sides continue talks
Norway paper afraid country losing Jews
Deaf Indonesian, 12, isn't your typical bat mitzvah
French group bars Zeitounis from annual dinner
Ilana Dayan acquitted of libeling 'Captain R'
Egypt will not be swayed by aid threat in NGOs case
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Tu Bishvat - The New Year for Trees
"And you shall come to the Land, and you shall plant all kinds of edible trees..." Leviticus, 19:20
Health & Science
Scientists: Sound can activate ‘sight’ for blind
Brain scientists tap into visual cortex of people suffering from congenital blindness – making it possible for them to “see.”
Murky, dusty weather takes people’s breath away
The dust-filled air has also sent hundreds of patients to hospital emergency rooms around the country.
Alternatives to liposuction
New non-invasive fat removal technologies offer alternatives to patients who are ineligible for liposuction.
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SETH J. FRANTZMAN
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MICHAEL FREUND
Now is the time to fight for Jewish refugees
LYN JULIUS
Media Comment: The future of army radio
YISRAEL MEDAD AND ELI...
Who does Washington prefer - Putin or Zyuganov?
ANTHONY SALVIA
Words matter: A new language for peace
JOHN V. WHITBECK
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Revaluing Our Values
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Wine Talk: Father figure
From winemaker to winery owner, Israel Flam has had a career that spans more than four decades.
Healthy Eating: Eat your way to beauty
Chapped lips? Dry hair? Flaky skin? Find out which foods can help you stay beautiful through this dehydrating winter.
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Jewish World
Sarkozy welcomes Gilad Schalit in Paris
Noam Schalit thanks French president for "efforts and commitment" he made to bring about the release of Gilad.
German court limits payments to WWII ‘ghetto’ victims
The German Social Court ruled that those forcibly held in ghettos could not receive more than four years of retroactive pay.
Rabbi Elyashiv, 101, in critical condition
Generation’s top arbitrator of Jewish law on respirator, under anesthesia.
Environment & Technology
Israeli ‘power flower’ coming to US desert
A team of Americans plans to bring the solar tulip technology of Yavne-based AORA Solar to the sprawling desert of Phoenix, Arizona.
Regulator approves first Beduin solar license
Contract to develop solar field was first signed a year-and-a-half ago, will be funded by US gov't agency.
TA hands out saplings to children for Tu Bishvat
Recipients include volunteer bodies, young students, therapeutic institutions and community centers.
Middle East
Iran says it will go green as oil sanctions tighten
"Reliance on hydrocarbon resources in the long run is neither possible nor meets national interests," Iranian oil minister says.
In the Arab world, Turkey’s on top
Poll finds the country scores high for its foreign policy, domestic politics.
ElBaradei: Egyptians must work to end military rule
Former Egyptian presidential candidate says military rulers' performance has been "below expectations."
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Russia reaches ancient Antarctic lake
Scientists suspect lake hides unknown life forms, say harsh environment holds clues to life on other planets.
Israeli ‘tulip’ sprouting solar energy in Andalucía
Amid the cactus-strewn mountains of southern Spain, a bright yellow Israeli tulip stands tall.
Kid-friendly Tu Bishvat
Chocolate may be the magic ingredient that bridges the divide between adult and children's palates.
Sinai Says: Maccabi Tel Aviv fans should appreciate Blatt
The criticism leveled at Maccabi Tel Aviv coach David Blatt over the past couple of weeks is truly baffling.
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