The Jerusalem Post Archive

8 November 2018
No second phase without the return of Ran Gvili's remains - editorial

The return of fallen hostages is not a secondary issue to be postponed; it is a core obligation. Israel and the US should not allow themselves to be trapped in that pattern again.

US to offer incentives to states for nuclear waste storage, building nuclear reactors

The administration of President Donald Trump wants to quadruple US nuclear power capacity to 400 gigawatts by 2050 as electricity demand surges for the first time in decades.

Human hand outline may be oldest rock art in the world, researchers say

The 67,800-year-old reddish-colored stenciled image has become faded over time and is barely visible on a cave wall, but nonetheless embodies an early achievement of human creativity.

Olim reflect on why they made aliyah this year

Since October 7, rising antisemitism in the Diaspora has prompted many Jews to reconsider their futures, with Israel offering both safety and a stronger sense of community.

Voices of October 7: Ben Zussman z”l final words

"If you’re reading it now, it means something has happened to me. But as you know, I’m probably the happiest I’ve ever been."

Hapoel Tel Aviv earns Euroleague triumph

First-place Reds improve to 16-6 • Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated in Greece • Jerusalem, Holon also lose

Protesters outside US embassy demand US, Israeli action after Kurdish massacre

Several signs pointed to Israel’s close relationship with the Kurdish community. One read “Israel loves Kurdistan,” while others went further, openly calling for military action against the regime.

'Nobody calls me chicken!' - Donald Trump yells at Khameini on Eretz Nehederet

The Next Star for Eurovision finale was extensively mocked during the show, with the judges criticizing each other and all their choices.

Israeli far-right TikToker harasses, pepper sprays activists, invades West Bank house

Star pushed his way into the activist house in Ras al-Auja, ignoring activists' calls that he was trespassing on private property and demanding that he leave.

Cyber CEO found guilty of statutory rape, assaulted children as young as 4 years old

On several occasions, Levy engaged in different kinds of non-consensual sexual activity with minors, the details of which are laid out in the Prosecutor's Office statement. 

Police officer set on fire, two burned during response to suicide call in North

When the officers arrived, the suspect poured a flammable liquid on one of the officers and set him alight. Two other officers were burned while attempting to restrain the man.

Herzog at Davos: Netanyahu trial has negative effect on Israeli society, a solution is needed

President Isaac Herzog said in Davos that any decision on a potential pardon for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be made independently, according to Israeli law and his conscience.

IDF Menashe Brigade soldier succumbs to wounds sustained in Gaza Strip

The soldier was injured in Rafah a few months ago, the IDF said on Thursday.

Meet the scholar behind the science of better decisions

Prof. Shoham Choshen-Hillel explores how people think, choose, and lead

Eight Nigerian soldiers killed, up to 50 wounded, in Boko Haram attack

A military source said the military formation was part of an offensive to flush out insurgents from the Timbuktu Triangle, a longstanding militant stronghold in northeastern Nigeria.

'We're going to get it solved': Ukraine peace deal within reach, says US envoy Witkoff

"If both sides want to solve this, we're going to get it solved," Witkoff said in Davos. "I think we've made a lot of progress."

How I was nearly drafted into Ukraine's war: 'Post' reporter's account of Ukraine’s manpower crisis

The problem of draft dodging has become part of a broader crisis of manpower, according to locals, as Ukrainian soldiers have been worn down by a long and bloody war.

Trump reversal on Greenland followed push by aides against military option, sources say

Several key members of the president's team were unenthusiastic about possibly using military force to seize the Danish territory, sources told Reuters.

Israeli unicorn Wix launches world-first AI website builder, cutting weeks of work into minutes

Wix Harmony would allow users not only to design websites in a matter of seconds rather than hours, but also to refine the design via a chatbox with an AI agent.

Intel shareholders optimistic among rising stock, data center business jump

A slew of high-profile investments engineered by Tan last year piqued investor interest in a stock that had crashed in 2024 following years of management missteps.

Ryanair’s O’Leary shrugs off Musk insults after rejecting Starlink

The feud erupted last week after Ryanair boss O'Leary ruled out using Musk's Starlink internet service on his fleet of more than 600 jets, prompting the US billionaire to call him an "utter idiot."

Mekorot–Afikey Mayim agreement to boost water supply to Beit She’an area

The agreement links Beit She’an and the Emek HaMaayanot to the national water grid, increasing supply reliability for residents and farmers.

Half of Irish adults do not know six million Jews were murdered in Holocaust - poll

One in 10 adults in Ireland believes that the Holocaust is a myth, according to a recent Global Strategy Group survey.

Penn calls gov't demand for list of Jewish employees ‘disturbing and unconstitutional'

"Singling out organizations and individuals for such an invasion of privacy based on their actual or presumed religious affiliation would be deeply troubling,” the university wrote.

Rabbi barred from MLK event sparks backlash from Jewish groups

“The decision to disinvite me is, in my view, a disservice to the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” wrote Rabbi Hanan Leberman.

Albanese: 'I am deeply and profoundly sorry' for Bondi shooting

"Today is an opportunity for us to remember and pay respect to the 15 lives," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told reporters on Thursday.

Judd Apatow grew up idolizing Mel Brooks. Now he’s telling Brooks’ story in an HBO documentary

Mel Brooks: The 99-Year-Old Man!, a two-part HBO documentary debuting this week, is a career-spanning portrait of one of American comedy’s most influential figures.

Guy Hochman cancels New York City show after pro-Palestine protest blocks club entrance

Hochman, who had previously served as an IDF soldier in Gaza, appeared outside the venue despite the show's cancellation, meeting his fans with hugs and jokes.

Spain: The first case of state antisemitism in the EU

What began as street-level hostility toward Jews has metastasized into the normalization of antisemitic and anti-Zionist rhetoric at the highest levels of government.

Andrew Tate denies singing Ye’s ‘Heil Hitler’, others present double down

“Manosphere” brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate have distanced themselves from the footage, though not from the influencer who was filmed performing a Nazi salute. 

Invoking Torah, Minnesota Jews mobilize against ICE operations

Minnesota’s Jewish community is speaking out against ICE raids, invoking Torah teachings on welcoming the stranger and mobilizing protests across the Twin Cities.

80% lower costs: The Israeli innovation shaking up the cultured food market

An Israeli startup revealed a hydrogel-based platform that cuts cultured food production costs and could speed the shift to sustainable alternatives to animal-based products.

Fashion brand Kenneth Cole joins Terminal X website

Fashion brand Kenneth Cole, marketed in Israel by Hamashbir network, joins TERMINAL X website and offers a full collection of clothing, footwear, bags, and lifestyle items for women and men.

The tasty news of Israel

Taurus welcomes the sun with skewers, and much more than skewers.

How to restore old family photos: AI vs traditional

Do you have old family photos that you would love to see in color and better quality? Find out ways you can make that possible.

Iranian unrest creates opening for US, partners in Central Asia- opinion

The prolonged Iranian unrest creates an opportunity for regional partners to leverage the Abraham Accords to address transnational concerns

Defense Ministry orders boost Israeli startups

Total funding raised by companies that received a direct order from MAFAT in 2025 was $1.2 billion

Former CIA chief: Actions of the Iranian regime not sustainable, Iran in very difficult situatiion

Citing recent degradations of Iran’s proxies, such as Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Assad regime, Petraeus labeled the past year as “very very damaging” to Iran.

Syria accuses Kurds of breaking truce in 'dangerous escalation,' tenuous peace deal threatened

The Syrian army said an attack took place as soldiers were securing a captured military base containing explosives, calling it a dangerous escalation.

'How many more of us need to be killed?' Iranian woman calls on Trump to aid protesters - N12

"We're waiting for President Trump to keep his promise," she said. "Mr. Trump, where are you now?"

WATCH: Trump, world leaders sign Gaza Board of Peace official charter

Trump, who will chair the board, has invited dozens of other world leaders to join it and sees the grouping addressing other global challenges beyond the stuttering Gaza truce.

Taylor Swift to be inducted in Songwriters Hall of Fame, will become second-youngest ever

The honor places the pop superstar, winner of 14 Grammys, among the most celebrated songwriters across generations.

Gurhan Kiziloz built a $1.2B gaming empire and now aims for a top-100 blockchain spot with BlockDAG
Gurhan Kiziloz’s bold power play as Nexus International reaches $1.2B revenue
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