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Sheba Medical Center team at the Coronavirus isolation ward of Sheba Medical Center unit, in Ramat G
COVID-19 isolation period to be shortened to 12 days starting Thursday

According to Health Ministry officials, in about two months, the isolation period is expected to be shortened to 10 days, similar to the current model used by some countries in Europe.

 Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon
Danon makes political comeback in World Likud

Proposal to disperse Knesset set for vote

08/11/2020
Liat Ben Ari and MK Swid in investigation seat.
Lead prosecutor in Netanyahu cases not running for state attorney post

Sources close to Ben Ari said she was fully satisfied with her decision.

Cabinet approves new Gaza border region town for first time in years

The town is currently referred to by the temporary name "Hanun" and will be located east of the Kibbutz Sa'ad.

Nathan Zach
Natan Zach, Israel's premier poet and Israel Prize laureate dead at 89

Zach published his first book of poems in 1955. Over the years he published more than two dozen books, some of which were translated into other languages.

Technion to host European Food Tech, innovation conference online

Three Israeli startups are expected to speak at the conference: Redefine Meat - a 3D meat printing technology, Amai Proteins - a new type of artificial sweetener and Solutum - a pioneer in packaging

The week in readers' pictures

Jerusalem Post readers send us their best shots of the week.

Blue and White proposes salary freeze bill despite similar Likud bill

Blue and White proposed a salary freeze for members of the government, despite a similar bill by Likud, which would also cut their salaries by 10%.

08/11/2020
Israeli NGO performs 5,555th lifesaving surgery on Palestinian toddler

"I was sure that my son was sick, that if he had access to the right treatment he could be healed," the child's mother said.

People vote in Jerusalem on election day, March 2, 2020.
Yamina MK proposes shortening election period to 45 days

Last week, Defense Minister Benny Gantz stated that he would call for elections if a budget is not passed by December.

Attempted stabbing attack south of Hebron, November 8, 2020
Attempted stabbing attack thwarted south of Hebron

The terrorist was shot after approaching IDF soldiers with a knife drawn.

Soldiers in the IDF's Oketz unit hugging a dog during a break, photo taken by Topaz Luk from the IDF
No transparency on Defense Ministry animal testing since 2010 - committee

The meeting was concluded by discussing the law, the purpose of which was originally to create oversight and minimize the suffering of animals.

By OMRI RON
08/11/2020
Israel donates 9 ventilators to the Czech Republic to help fight COVID-19

Ambassador Maron delivered the ventilators to Czech Deputy Health Minister Dr. Elena Steplova.

Israelis gather at Rabin Square in Tel Aviv for a remembrance ceremony marking 25 years since the as
Thousands mark 25 years since Rabin’s murder, call for return to ‘decency'

“Peace is possible,” they sang, “from North to South, and from West to East.”

Israel Police prepare for new coronavirus lockdown regulations, Sept. 25, 2020
Unemployment in Israel at 22.7% with 938,000 people jobless

Unemployment during lockdown in October was nearly double what it was in September.

Shops in Jerusalem sit closed during the national coronavirus lockdown, Oct. 2020
Street shops to open Sunday, with 80,000 back to work

Ayman Saif: 6% of Arab-Israelis screened for coronavirus test positive, compared to 2% in rest of society

Israel Police officers check citizen's identification to keep coronavirus restricions, Jerusalem
Coronavirus cabinet approves opening street shops on Sunday

According to the Health Ministry, the infection rate in Israel is on the rise.

Coronavirus commissioner Prof. Ronni Gamzu in Buq'ata  on November 7, 2020
Gamzu in Kafr Kara: Considering closing PA territory to Arab-Israelis

Gamzu called on the Arab sector to stop holding weddings: “You should hold off on the weddings, because there is no way to hold them without more funerals."

The Temple Mount in Jerusalem
UN speaks of Temple Mount as solely Muslim site, ignores Jewish ties

“Unlike this chamber which is detached from reality, a growing number of nations are acknowledging Jerusalem," said Ambassador Gilad Erdan.

Israeli venture capital fund raises $110 million

The fund was founded and is run by investors who worked with companies like Waze, Moovit and WalkMe.

An Israeli nurse stands next to the bed of a severely wounded Syrian at the Western Galilee Hospital
French medical experts make aliyah as Islamic terrorism rocks France

The unique group is comprised of 13 families, with at least one health-care professional in each family.

IDF troops thwart attempted drug smuggling on Egyptian border

IDF troops positioned at the Faran Regional Brigade, tasked with defending the Israel-Egypt border, noticed suspicious activity near the fence.

Indian Amb. to Israel gives tips to Israeli companies wishing to expand

"Given India’s continental size, one size doesn’t fit all. depending on the product, there can be a huge variation in consumer behavior and expectations and, thus, require different business models"

Former Cardinals pitcher wants to lead Israel's national baseball team

The Israeli team led by Marquis's unparalleled experience managed to beat Cuba, South Korea and the Netherlands back in 2017.

Incumbent Tel Aviv mayor and candidate Ron Huldai and his wife cast their votes
Ron Huldai cancels attendance at Rabin memorial due to Yair Lapid speech

Sources close to the Tel Aviv mayor have said that the reason for the cancellation was that he had been told that this was an event not associated with any political party.

By OMRI RON
07/11/2020
Israel gives Philippines 10,000 coronavirus test kits

The two countries celebrated the cooperation between them in a handover ceremony.

By OMRI RON
07/11/2020
A view of cherry tomatoes on Eran Guy's farm.
Save the tomato! Israeli scientists fight devastating plant disease

Researchers uncover new ways to counter virus sweeping crops around the world

By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE
07/11/2020
Celtic's Bitton recovers from coronavirus, calls to postpone games

He ended by saying that while it's impossible to completely make sure one doesn't get the virus, people can be sensible and minimize the risk of getting it.

By OMRI RON
07/11/2020
UAE airline flydubai to charter flights from Tel Aviv to Abu Dhabi, Dubai

Back in October, Israel signed an aviation deal with the UAE to charter future flights from Tel Aviv to Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Curfews considered across Israel as coronavirus cases rise

The option is being examined to close these cities down starting from either six PM or eight PM until morning.

Alternate Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Benny Gantz and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Net
Benny Gantz: Will call for an election if budget is not passed by December

Israel's state budget has been a contentious issue which has caused numerous problems in the Blue and White and Likud unity government.

What's to be done on Haredi civil disobedience?

How do you ladies suggest the government should deal with haredi civil disobedience?

By THREE LADIES , THREE LATTES
06/11/2020
Police stop 2,000 Palestinians illegally going to pray at Temple Mount

The operation was part of wider efforts to prevent infiltration into Jerusalem of those attempting to pray in Jerusalem's Old City.

Tel Aviv exchange sees stream of IPOs during coronavirus crisis

“We’re seeing mostly prospectuses from companies dealing in innovation, clean energy, high-tech, sectors we really didn’t see in the past,” ISA Chairwoman Anat Guetta said.

By REUTERS
06/11/2020
Former prisoners employed by PA to bypass Israeli sanctions

Restrictions on financial institutions part of effort to ‘criminalize the Palestinian struggle,’ professor says.

By DIMA ABUMARIA/ THE MEDIA LINE
06/11/2020
BIG group shopping centers say they will open against corona regulations

Most store owners in BIG centers did not open their shops last week, but are now expected to go along with BIG group's call to open starting Sunday.

Shops begin to open in Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda Market as the coronavirus restrictions on business
Israel's small business owners can request NIS 300,000 coronavirus grant

"The financial safety net that we have spread is working well and will continue to help the public as long as it as needed," said Finance Minister Israel Katz said.

Third age women dance in Suzanne Dellal Center to bring back culture

The women wore t-shirts on which it was written both their name and their age on the front, and the slogan "Give us back the culture!" on the back.

THEN-US vice president Joe Biden embraces Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem in 2016.
Biden presidency means early Israeli election - Senior coalition member

Analysts praise Democrat’s pro-Israel credentials but say he will pose problems for the current government in Jerusalem

By JOSHUA SHUMAN/THE MEDIA LINE
06/11/2020
Effi Eitam, seen at the Jerusalem Supreme Court during a hearing on oil searching in the Golan Heigh
ADL calls on Rabbi Lau to block Effi Eitam as Yad Vashem chair

Eitam’s nomination has however generated strong opposition owing to highly controversial comments about Palestinians and Israeli Arabs.

Yair Netanyahu
Yair Netanyahu interviews son of Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro

The interview was full of mutual compliments about their fathers’ governments and their shared dislike of the media and contempt for the left.

By MARCUS GILBAN/JTA
06/11/2020
A big step forward while remaining in place

Still with Maccabi Haifa, Roman Sorkin looks to build upon last season’s coming-out party.

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
06/11/2020
Israeli, Japanese insurance companies collaborate, open innovation hub

The two companies will establish what has been defined as The HUB, soon to be renamed GDH TLV to align itself with sister hubs in Tokyo and Singapore.

Hacker in a hood
Palestinian hackers with criminal subculture go global

Check Point was able to spot over 10,000 attacks in the previous year from the Gaza Strip and Egypt. Social media groups and a subculture of crime even produce how-to guides for online theft.

Inauguration ceremony of the tefillin stands at the national center of MDA in Kiryat Ono
Tefillin stands set up at Magen David Adom stations throughout Israel

The initial stands were placed at the MDA stations in Kiryat Ono, Jerusalem, Afula, Tiberias, Rishon Lezion, Netanya, Acre, Ashdod, Beer-Sheva and other cities.

Likud parliament member Miki Zohar reacts during an arrangements committee meeting at the Knesset, t
Miki Zohar investigated for alleged extortion of A-G Mandelblit

Zohar suggested in response that the investigation has to do with him being a right-wing politician.

High Court backs off forcing A-G probe illegal leaks about PM case

Mandelblit has condemned the leaks, but said a probe would make matters worse.

Israel Museum goes remote for exhibit at Ticho House

Somehow, the “impersonal” digital presentation fit the bill to a tee, in more than one sense.

05/11/2020
War stories told in coronavirus shadow captivate captive Israeli audience

Suddenly, as the coronavirus pandemic casts a long shadow over Israeli life, it seems Israelis want to look back at the country’s two most devastating wars in terms of loss of life.

Will Netanyahu, Gantz follow Trump off a cliff?

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Will Netanyahu and Gantz learn cautionary lessons from the US president’s apparent loss?

05/11/2020
Tourism Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen
Israel to offer free guided tours in new Tourism Ministry initiative

As the tourism ministry tries to recuperate, NIS 10m. have been allocated to providing free tours throughout the country.

05/11/2020
High Court questions renovation delays in Western Wall egalitarian section

‘Saddened by the significant delays in dealing with making the southern [prayer] section of the Western Wall fitting for prayer’

New FIDF CEO: The more you know us, the more you’ll want to join us

Steven Weil enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a prominent educator, pulpit rabbi, and, most recently, Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union before joining FIDF in September.

Court overrules municipality demand to close Balfour protest tent

The Jerusalem District Court overruled a municipal decision to demand that protesters take down the big tent on Balfour Street, across from the Prime Minister's Residence.

05/11/2020
The IDF's new Sa'ar 6-class corvette warship
Israel's Navy to receive first German-made Sa'ar 6 ship

One of four Sa'ar 6 ships currently being made for the IDF will be arriving in Israel in early December.

05/11/2020
Netanyahu: Israel-Africa relations are of utmost importance

Netanyahu pointed out that Israel recently established diplomatic relations with Sudan and Chad, and said it is part of his efforts to expand Israel’s ties in Africa.

Cyber hacking
Is Israel downplaying the number of successful cyberattacks against it?

In Israel, hacked victim government agencies or corporations will present everything “as a one-off cyber terror act. Once you get hacked, it’s your reputation at stake.

Tamir Gilat turns a death sentence into a life with meaning

“I was living from holiday to holiday – from Hanukkah to Passover, from Passover to Shavuot."

Israeli Police patrol as they reinforce Covid-19 restriction in the Old City of Jerusalem during a n
Coronavirus commissioner: 'Cannot loosen restrictions any further'

“The disease is spread by the invisible patients - those who do not feel sick.”

The goodwill is all

Hedva Granatstein-Fox - From Cleveland to Modi’in, 1993

By ESTHER POSNER
05/11/2020
Danny Atar is leaving his mark

Atar speaks proudly of his accomplishments during his tenure at CEO of KKL.

A wedding when less is more

Can they hold their wedding outdoors at the hospital at Hadassah, Ein Kerem, so that the groom’s father can be there?

Israeli parliament members vote at the Finance committee, during a vote on the 2017-2018 state budge
Government reports NIS 51 billion spent on dealing with COVID-19

Israel is earning 10% less than it did in 2019 • the deficit now stands at NIS 137 b.

A Palestinian woman walks in Khirbet Humsah in Jordan Valley in the West Bank, November 5, 2020.
IDF demolishes illegal Bedouin structures on US Election Day

Israel's military liaison agency with the Palestinians, COGAT, confirmed that a demolition had been carried out against what it said were illegal structures.

By REUTERS
05/11/2020
A general view of the pool at the Royal Beach Hotel in Eilat, Israel, June 12, 2018
'Tourist island' coronavirus bill approved in law committee

Special exceptions to restrictions will be considered for those people who have recovered after being infected with the coronavirus.

Ora and Harold Janklovicz.
Worker suspected of stealing NIS 100,000 from Holocaust survivors

Police located the suspect at an apartment in Bnei Brak where she hid from them under a bed.

Yael Haza, with her letter to Dr. Orit Stein Reisner, November 4, 2020.
13-year-old proposes coronavirus vaccine to hospital

"It sounds funny," Yael Haza began her letter, "but I'm serious. I have an idea for a coronavirus vaccine."

By SARAH BEN-NUN
05/11/2020
Israeli teenager Amit Vigoda (#24) is studying at the University of Texas at Arlington while playing
An Israeli hoops star in the Lone Star state

Wheelchair National Team member Amit Vigoda embarks on Texas stop in his inspiring journey.

By JOSH ARONSON
05/11/2020
Israeli basketball player wins league title, becomes a father in 72-hours

“It was stressful for sure,” said Bryant. “I ended up landing like 12 hours before (the birth)."

AmphiSTAR robot
BGU develops versatile robot inspired by cockroaches, lizards

"We envision that AmphiSTAR can be used for agricultural, search and rescue and excavation applications, where both crawling and swimming are required."

IDF recognizes 18 years of South Lebanon occupation as military campaign

Aviv Kochavi noted that this is an important step that expresses a deep appreciation for the service of many who protected the northern border of Israel and its citizens.

Joint List MK Mansour Abbas alongside Blue and White leader Benny Gantz on Holocaust Remembrance Day
Special committee to address alarming crime rates in Arab society

Recent efforts of drafting an adjustable and comprehensive outline for dealing with the situation have failed.

Katz' fight over who is to pick up bill for coronavirus quarantine days

Finance Minister Israel Katz and Likud MK Haim Katz lock horns over whom should pay Israelis for days spent at home: the state, employers, or the workers?

Dr. Refael Barkan
Israeli university launches first-ever ‘bachelor’s in coronavirus’

“Most medical schools today do not contain the necessary - if any - knowledge of technology,” Barkan told The Jerusalem Post.

Gantz to police: Allow protests outside my home, use discretion

Gantz's request comes in light of several protesters being detained outside his home in recent days, which led to public criticisms over the treatment of anti-government protesters.

 In the picture, Ematik, a unique patch made from the patient’s own blood made by Promethus.
20 Italian female hi-tech entrepreneurs benefit from Israeli training

‘It was really useful to have meetings with mentors having real international experience’

Buildings flooded, trees downed following overnight storms

Police in the city received multiple calls to assist those stuck in flooded cars, elevators and homes.

04/11/2020
Yigal Amir's request to attend son's bar mitzvah denied

Amir, the man convicted of assassinating former prime minister Yitzhak Rabin, has never been granted a furlough during his 25 years of incarceration.

Coronavirus moves Jerusalem Jewish Film Fest online

There will be online panels and events with actors and filmmakers, including with Jesse Eisenberg, who stars in one of the festival films, Resistance.

Arava film fest offers drive-in movie screenings

The opening-night screening of the drive-in part of the festival will be the latest film by acclaimed Danish director, Thomas Vinterberg, called Another Round.

Hundreds of protesters call on AG Mandelblit to quit
Hundreds of protesters call on Attorney-General Mandelblit to quit

Over the past two months, several revelations alleging corruption among the police and prosecution responsible for the Netanyahu investigations have been exposed.

MKs meet with local authorities, draft outline for return to school

Heads of local authorities said that the past few months have proven that further autonomy should be provided to local government in handling the situation.

COVID, chaos and coming home

Yom Ha’aliyah isa day to express our admiration to all those who chose to come from far and wide to make Israel their home.

Punctured on the way to a flu shot

Until last week, I’d never gotten the vaccine for annual influenza before, mostly because, over the course of my 60 years, I’ve sailed through winters without getting particularly sick.

04/11/2020
Knesset rejects amendment for canceling tax exemption for Netanyahu

"During an unprecedented economic crisis, it doesn't make sense for the prime minister to enjoy a total tax exemption for benefits provided to him by the state coffers."

Hiking Israel's springs before winter

Ein Mata is a delightful spring that is partially hidden under a cluster of fig trees, which provides plenty of shade for visitors.

By MEITAL SHARABI
04/11/2020
Terrorist attack neutralized near Nablus in the West Bank, IDF reports

"The Barak Battalion from the Golani Brigade was recently deployed at the Samaria Regional Brigade. It did so successfully, which was reflected in this morning's encounter."

President Rivlin with the Belgian Ambassador
Rivlin receives credentials of five new ambassadors to Israel

New ambassadors from Belgium, Uzbekistan, Sweden, Norway and Latvia presented credentials to President Reuven Rivlin during a ceremony held at the President's house.

Cancel culture - when friends don’t let friends disagree

To my way of thinking, this loss of civility is the real issue.

By Rivkah Lambert Adler
04/11/2020
Struggles with mental illness amid the aliyah dream

Mental illness intervened and turned their dream into a nightmare. These are their stories of trial and tragedy and their dealings with the Israeli healthcare system.

Calm, comfortable cancer treatment at Place2Heal

Place2Heal is transforming Israel’s outpatient cancer treatment centers into less stressful, even tranquil spaces

Diamond Exchange accepts 115 new members

An event on Zoom marked their acceptance.

166 youths from Brazil and Ukraine arrive for pre-Aliyah programs

In two special flights organized by The Jewish Agency for Israel this week, a cohort of young people from the two countries began studying and exploring life in Israel.

Gantz catches mole who leaked quotes

The leaks and the leaker, sources said, would be dealt with when Gantz sees fit.

04/11/2020
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