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IDF veterans injured in service to climb Himalayas

21 former IDF soldiers fly to India on Tuesday for a two week trek, for a post service voyage.

'A dangerous trend': Not all Palestinian crimes are hate-motivated

“I left my home to kill a Jew due to the occupation and treatment of Arabs at checkpoints,” he reportedly told investigators.

Remembering the rebbe

Chabad, which is an acronym for chochma, bina, da’at (wisdom, understanding, knowledge), was founded in the 18th century by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi.

Mercantile VP: Trade war won’t cause recession

In his remarks, Becker referred to the potential consequences of a recession and the tools at the world’s disposal for dealing with them.

36th Jerusalem Film Festival to open with screening of ‘Parasite’

The Korean film combines a social commentary with a thriller.

Sacred in the Holy City

This year’s lineup offers an eclectic program of shows and slots not only designed to entertain but also to tug at the heartstrings, raise the spirits a notch or two.

Jerusalem Baroque Orchestra

For all the participants this was audibly and visually a labor of love.

Riding high with Stanley Clarke

“I still play several other instruments like piano and drums for fun,” he notes, “though certainly not professionally. Any exposure to different instruments is a good thing.”

SpaceIL: Beresheet won't attempt moon landing, will seek another challenge

SpaceIL decided that landing on the Moon was "not a sufficiently great challenge."

Was child rape case handled differently because suspect was Palestinian?

The indictment against Katusa was not merely closed, it was withdrawn entirely as if it never existed.

The secret to Israeli cybersecurity innovation at TAU’s Cyber Week

When responding to cyber attacks, humans also deal with difficulties identifying attacker sources.

Netanyahu mulling cancelling election

“Prime Minister Netanyahu treats Knesset Speaker Edelstein with respect and he will consider his proposal in the days ahead,” Urich said.

Jewish settlers: 'Everyone is very confused and very frustrated' on child rape

Israeli settler and independent political strategist David Ha’ivri said that uncertainty regarding the suspect’s innocence and the motives behind the attack was a concern for many.

Erdan slams terrorists for 'abusing international law,' warns U.N.

"The laws concerning warfare must be changed," he said. "We can't accept a situation in which the international law serves terrorists."

Russia swears Iran is its ally, after trilateral meeting with PM, Bolton

“Iran has been contributing a lot to the fight against terrorism in Syria, helping to stabilize the situation," Patrushev said.

Dancer joins Labor race ahead of deadline

Landesman ran for Knesset with Labor in the April 9 election. He was 44th on the list, which won six seats.

Interior minister says cameras needed at every polling station

The committee’s director-general, Orly Ades, said holding another election was a bad dream come true but she would ensure that it is run smoothly.

Nikki Haley immortalized in graffiti at Jerusalem's market

Most of the art is created by Solomon Souza, who goes from shop to shop creating vivid works of art.

Twelve Palestinians injured by IDF fire in anti-Bahrain protest - report

The Palestinians strongly object to the American peace initiative and have boycotted the conference.

MK vs. Mifal Hapayis: Reconsider support of film honoring Leah Zemel

“Mifal Hapayis merely awards the prize for marketing of the film selected to represent Israel at the Oscars,” the letter stated.

Sexual assault of children “like an epidemic,” rape crisis centers says

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers runs about 100,000 education workshops each year to teach students how to respond to sexual assault.

Freed Palestinian suspected of raping Israeli girl: My life has been ruined

“I don’t know the girl,” he said. “The girl’s family knows that I didn’t commit any crime. I have no idea why they chose to accuse me."

Goldin family implores Bahrain attendees to advocate for release of son

They fully support the "lofty effort" to create peace between the two states.

Israelis shaping future of agriculture attract international attention

Representatives from over 40 countries arrived in Israel this week to discover technologies driving the fourth agricultural revolution.

President Rivlin celebrates 40th anniversary of Israel-Egypt peace treaty

Every speaker in one way or another referred to the courage and vision of those two leaders, who worked together to change a destructive reality.