LEO FEIERBERG BETTER

Leo Feierberg Better is an Aardvark Israel intern for The Jerusalem Post . Born in Sweden and raised in Boston, he will be studying political science at University of Massachusetts Amherst. In his free time, he enjoys playing sports, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends.

A GENERAL view of the Sharon region under heavy haze, February 14, 2026.

Malfunction in Ashdod sewage plant causes Hydrogen sulfide leaks in Yavne

Attendees in the plenary room during the 24th Session of the Assembly of States Parties at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands December 4, 2025.

'We serve humanity, deliver justice': ICC judges, UN officials decry US sanctions

A protester waves the pre-Islamic Revolution Iranian flag outside UN headquarters during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Iran in New York on January 15, 2026.

'Moral absurdity': US, Israel outraged as Iran elected as Vice-Chair of UN Charter Committee


US reps. Khanna, Massie push to block Trump's ability to strike Iran without Congressional consent

Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Thomas Massie (R-KY) are planning to force a vote on a war powers resolution to require any Iran strike to obtain Congressional approval.

US Representatives Thomas Massie (R‑KY) and Ro Khanna (D‑CA) speak to the media, February 9, 2026; illustrative.

X removes blue checkmarks from several Iranian regime figures as apparent support of protesters

After reporting the accounts to X, WIRED reports that several blue checkmarks were removed from Iranian government accounts, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

X logo over an Iranian flag.

Police knowingly used faulty evidence in convicting Omar Benguit - BBC

BBC’s affairs documentary program Panorama revealed that the police knew that CCTV footage contradicted the prosecution’s main witness’s testimony.

Police officers work as people gather outside the Old Bailey after British police officer Martyn Blake was acquitted of the 2022 murder of Chris Kaba, in London, Britain, October 21, 2024.

What is Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam? - explainer

Although many non-Muslims see the main focus of the month in daily fasting, Islam encourages its followers to better themselves through different means, including increased prayer and charity.

Muslim worshippers pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City, marking the beginning of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, February 17, 2026.

Norwegian scientist developed Havana-like symptoms after testing electromagnetic device on himself

The term “Havana syndrome” emerged in 2016 after personnel at the US embassy in Havana reported symptoms including dizziness, headaches, and cognitive difficulties.

Flu or a common cold?

Elbit sees record-breaking sales for laser target designator systems

Success can be attributed to the simplicity of its LTD system, allowing for easier operation by clients because it can be quickly removed and replaced in the field without requiring specialized tools

 Elbit Systems' handheld laser designator

Cell-based implant offers new hope for diabetes management, Technion study shows

The study, which is peer-reviewed and published in Science introduces a “living, cell-based implant” that works as a pancreas and is protected against immune rejection by a novel system.

Technion–Israel Institute of Technology

'Rebuilding Israeli society': WIZO opens annual Meeting of Representatives in Tel Aviv

Held under the theme “We Are Here-Zionism 2026,” the statement describes this year’s MOR week as taking place “against the backdrop of the conclusion of a complex security and social period."

WIZO in Strasbourg, 2009

Regulator blocks exemption for Wolt Market, raising prospect of forced sale

Wolt’s dominance in the market created fears that “combining platform operation with ownership of a food retail chain operating on it could create market distortions.”

WOLT delivery people outside Sarona market in Tel Aviv, November 18, 2025.

Trump calls for two-year Kennedy Center shutdown to ensure 'success, beauty, grandeur'

The center historically has hosted over 2,000 events per year, according to the website, although many performers have pulled out of planned shows since Trump's shakeup began.

FILE PHOTO: A worker walks in front of the recently renamed Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, in Washington, D.C., U.S., December 29, 2025.