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President's Residence in disarray while preparing for Open House

On Wednesday the President's Residence will be open to visitors from 10 a.m, and the president will meet and greet the people at 11 a.m. and again at 1 p.m.

MKs to get a raise for a year of doing nothing

Last January MK salaries went up by 3.4%. This coming January members are set to get a 3-3.5% raise.

New Israel Guinness World Record: Largest stencil artwork on earth

The work, presented on the rooftop of a hotel in Zichron Ya’acov, is by Ame72.

Asher Hazut, 14, who was struck by lightning on Zikim beach passed away

Efrat Hazut, is still in serious condition at Barzilai, where her her husband Elazar, his other brother Elhanan, and their 13-year-old sister Pdut, who were also struck from lightning, are staying.

U.S. Army doesn't want any more Iron Dome systems

American defense media reports that system isn’t a long-term solution for US Army.

Benny Gantz met with IDF chief of staff amid ‘security challenges’

Gantz requested the meeting, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is also defense minister, authorized it.

Teva proposes $15 billion deal to settle opioid claims

The proposed settlement comes only days ahead of a landmark federal trial in Cleveland, Ohio, against the company and five drug distributors.

Shas rabbi promises afterlife to Liberman, Lapid if they join haredim

Rabbi’s comments come after Yisrael Beytenu and Blue and White ruled out sitting in a coalition with religious parties on their terms.

Rivlin: Historians, not politicians, should deal with history

President welcomes a delegation of Polish Righteous Among the Nations.

Jordanian FM denies reports agricultural land lease to Israel was extended

Official sources say that discussions are continuing, but in the meantime the lease in Tzofar has been extended for an additional agricultural season, meaning about half a year.

Ambassador Friedman wishes JPost readers 'Happy, peaceful new year'

"I'm here at the Western Wall. It's a great honor and privilege for me to be here as a kohen (priest) to give the blessings to the people of Israel. It's an incredibly moving experience."

Bennett and Liberman push for unity government without Joint List

Liberman stressed that the only option is a liberal national unity government.

Priestly blessing at the Western Wall - Watch

The Priestly blessing will be recited twice throughout services: once during morning prayers at 9:30 a.m. and once during the additional holiday prayers at 10:15 a.m.

Seedy Tel Aviv strip club to be new center for female empowerment

Formerly home to the Coliseum, the urban landmark at the end of Ben-Gurion Boulevard has lately been associated with The Pussycat Club - a seedy strip joint.

On the throne of Israeli geeks: Writer Brandon Sanderson honored at ICon

The metaphorical throne of honor was sat upon in the past by Neil Gaiman and Orson Scott Card.

35-year-old murdered in Umm al-Fahm, Police investigates the scene

In past weeks, there have been widespread protests among Israeli Arabs against the rise in violent crime in the Arabic sector.

Grapevine: A passage from India

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Time to celebrate Mehta

Sating farewell to the master conductor.

A love letter from South Africa’

The world premiere of Daniel The Musical took place on October 10 at the Jerusalem Theater, with a South African cast of 30 talented singers, dancers and actors.

Art Review: Between art history and humdrum kitsch

The solitary lamb, emblematic of the people of Israel is indeed a powerful image.

Ra’anana Symphonette is all in the family

The first concert of the 2019-20 season will highlight the musical works of the Schumann family: Robert, Clara, and Johannes Brahms, their close friend and “almost adopted” son.

Benjamin Netanyahu not flying to Japan days before deadline to form government

A visit next week would have allowed him to attend the enthronement ceremony of Japanese Emperor Naruhito scheduled for October 22-24.

German politician says Halle shooting caused ‘only property damage’

Roland Ulbrich, a member of Alternative for Germany, claimed the shooting was “not even attempted murder.”

A Russian hacker and an Israeli cannabis possessor - Analysis

Although it seems that Israel will not turn Burkov over to Russia in a trade for Issachar, Russia has reasons to think such hard ball might work.

Alleged Cyprus gang-rape victim: The Israelis raped me, the police lied

The British women said that she was afraid Cyprus police will harm her unless she withdraws her accusations against the Israelis.