JPost.com - Felice Friedson Reporter

WATCH: Israelis in flash mobs against violence

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:57:50 GMT

Activists organize one billion women to get together and dance to end violence against women and girls.

Reality or rhetoric?

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:48:09 GMT

With a new European peace plan in the works and Israeli elections around the corner, the question now is whether the Palestinians will join Israel at the negotiating table. Prime Minister Salam Fayyad offers his take and hopes talks will be launched ‘on a much sounder basis.’

Rights: A long way to go in Israel, W. Bank, Gaza

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 17:26:47 GMT

ACRI president: Wage discrepancy in Israel between men and women is among highest in the Western world.

Economic costs of Gaza fighting

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 19:07:04 GMT

Israelis and Palestinians are paying a steep price.

Iranians connect to West through TV call-in program

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 18:30:07 GMT

Only minutes into the broadcast, it becomes clear that the regime’s chokehold on communication denies those of us in the West a full picture of life under Ayatollah Khamanei and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Jerusalem bullies need a dose of respect

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:14:04 GMT

It might not be a bad thing that Jamal doesn’t remember the attack. But he did say he won’t be walking down Jaffa Road alone any time soon.

Industrialist Munib Al-Masri talks peace, statehood

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 18:09:03 GMT

Palestinian icon: US should be less lopsided in its support for Israel, PM needs to take courageous steps.

Ancient Shiloh: A new stop on the tourist map?

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 20:20:47 GMT

Ultra-modern visitor center will showcase ancient Jewish history.

J'lem Day interview with photographer Rubinger

Sat, 19 May 2012 19:53:45 GMT

Photojournalist David Rubinger remains as opinionated about his city’s future as he is active with his camera.

Bravely on air

Thu, 03 May 2012 12:55:18 GMT

Iranian citizens chide the US on satellite TV for failing to back opposition.

Egyptian English-language daily folds

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:29:41 GMT

The bold experiment in independent journalism succumbs to economic distress of revolution.

Deal at first sight? Foreign cash meets Israeli ideas

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:05:54 GMT

Tel Aviv dealmakers conference brings together start-ups, multinationals, investors.

Interview: 'Yemen Times' editor Nadia Al-Sakkaf

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:51:48 GMT

Nadia Al-Sakkaf, the editor-in-chief of 'The Yemen Times,' speaks with The Media Line’s Felice Friedson.

Proposed Israeli law would jail prostitute clients

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:40:09 GMT

Activists take new tack on prostitution problem by addressing the demand side.

Men at work? Ultra-Orthodox join the job market

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:56:51 GMT

Most haredim still prefer study, but attitudes are changing and programs are there to help.

Are we hearing Iranian voices?

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:04:23 GMT

Voice of America disappoints Iranians who rely on Israel’s Farsi channel.

Fayyad: Unity, non-violence necessary for statehood

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:49:21 GMT

PA prime minister tells The Media Line, “Without doctrine of non-violence, too many missing ingredients” for statehood.

Saving Golani: A puppy's journey from J'lem to Houston

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:21:46 GMT

Born in Israel, abandoned in J'lem, Golani is rescued by an American animal-loving couple who bring him to the US.

Abbas’ star rising in Palestinian ferment

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:24:58 GMT

As euphoria sweeps the Palestinian street following PA president's UN speech, Israeli concerns over unrest continue to simmer.

Palestinians seek pride; Israelis fear mischief

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:54:55 GMT

Dueling Narratives: Mideast experts discuss what will follow the PA UN statehood bid and what influence it will have on the region and peace talks.

Building boom in Jewish West Bank brings joy to none

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 17:52:15 GMT

West Bank mayors insist they are not expanding cities outward, but need more housing units for growing population within.

Malki, PA officials paint US loser in Palestinian UN bid

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 18:49:40 GMT

Palestinians are virtually daring the US to cast its veto and risk international isolation.

Protests reveal rift in understanding democracy

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:50:58 GMT

Analysts say democracy is stable, but the political structure needs work: "The majority of Israelis have no idea what democracy is."

Sharansky: Palestinians can learn from Jewish Agency

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 21:16:17 GMT

Relations between Israelis and diaspora Jews need strengthening; Palestinians should form their own Jewish Agency to establish a state.

The journalist with nine lives

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:09:59 GMT

Having been kidnapped twice already, in Iraq and Afghanistan, Stephen Farrel was 1 of 4 ‘NYT’ correspondents captured and brutalized by Muammar Gaddafi’s troops in Libya.

Mentoring next Mideast youth movement

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:16:04 GMT

Innovative ideas need to converge from all generations. The youth need to be included, listened- to, and given the sustaining tools and strategic goals in order to become global citizens.

As cloudy as ever

Sat, 28 May 2011 22:42:50 GMT

Why Washington’s speeches failed to move the ‘streets’

Padico issues first-ever Palestinian corporate bond

Wed, 11 May 2011 11:55:03 GMT

Amid new Fatah-Hamas unity pact, sale marks a vote of confidence on future Palestinian state.

World Press Freedom Day: Technology’s threats

Wed, 04 May 2011 12:40:58 GMT

Participants from around the world safety at UNESCO and US State Dept.-sponsored international conference.

Car sales race ahead as Palestinian economy purrs

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 22:43:17 GMT

Palestinian new car sales numbers reflect growing prosperity and are one of the best measures to see how the economy is faring.

Operation Respect uses music to heal youth violence

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:58:29 GMT

Peter Yarrow, the legendary American folk singer, is now launching a new initiative designed to address child and youth violence in schools.

Palestinian woman serves up success with café chain

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:02:10 GMT

Huda El-Jack acts as a role model for female entrepreneurs looking to assume a greater role in the West Bank economy.

Egyptian editor: Israel-peace treaty will likely be revised

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 18:14:37 GMT

The Media Line interviews Egypt Daily News editor on Egyptian role in peace process, controlling Gaza border, future of Israel-Egypt relations.

‘Are we ready for statehood in September? Absolutely’

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 19:51:03 GMT

PA Foreign Minister Riyad al-Malki predicts overwhelming international recognition of ‘Palestine’ this autumn, a changed approach to Palestinian negotiations.

Jerusalem hospital in critical condition

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 20:19:06 GMT

Closure may be weeks away, as the government says it won’t directly aid the private Bikur Cholim.

Fayyad: PA to Wean Itself Off Foreign Aid by 2013

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:59:41 GMT

Palestinian PM says he plans to declare statehood by summer, following a construction boom and higher stock prices.

Exclusive interview with Rabbi of Yemen’s Sana’a Jews

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:49:18 GMT

Rabbi Yahe Yousif Mousa keeps his faith in God and his loyalty to Yemen, although less than 100 Jews remain in Sana'a.

Yemen’s coffee industry smells a market share

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:18:08 GMT

While coffee is a major business for Yemen, it still has many hurdles to conquer in its quest to gain a portion in this $16 billion industry.

Yemen’s Arhabi: Media exaggerate al-Qaida’s influence

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:35:09 GMT

In this exclusive interview, Yemen's deputy prime minister for economic affairs says the government welcomes US help to fight terror.

An American woman peeks behind Yemen’s veil

Sun, 26 Dec 2010 22:02:44 GMT

Stereotypes of violence, oppression belie more nuanced reality with shopping malls and university educations for women in Yemen.

Iran could ignite Israeli- Palestinian agreement

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:12:15 GMT

Most recently, we’re hearing conversations beginning with Israel and Palestine quickly turn to Iran, and finally to global threat.

‘The West should engage Iranian people'

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:25:51 GMT

Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says Iran’s freedom movement is ready to change the regime, but it needs support, not a bombing campaign.

Fayyad rejects bi-national state idea

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:59:24 GMT

PA prime minister: Unilateral declaration of statehood a pipedream.

Erekat: It's time for direct decisions

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:53:10 GMT

PM’s spokesman: Why are the Palestinians afraid to try talks?

‘Radiating a message of culture’

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 22:51:12 GMT

Israel Museum director James Snyder discusses its reopening this week following major renovations.

One-state or two-state solution

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:06:10 GMT

The parties should neither underestimate the binational state movement nor be surprised by the announcement of a Palestinian state.

Jewish-Agency-style ‘Palestine Network’ launched in Bethleh

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:21:07 GMT

Palestinians from 23 countries organize to build a "sustainable, democratic, secular" Palestinian state.