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UN Security Council debates the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Gordon Ramsay tours Jerusalem

Celebrity chef reportedly in Israel to film ad campaign for Israeli software company

State finds use of pepper spray on Joint List MK justified

A policeman used pepper spray on Joint List leader Ayman Odeh and allegedly fired a rubber bullet at the MK in January 2017.

A testing time for mutual respect, on and off the soccer field

Soccer games between Beitar Jerusalem and Bnei Sakhnin will finally be open to the public again.

Kahlon throws support behind new Regev loyalty bill

"The minister of silencing culture is recycling another law into the bin of anti-democratic bills advanced by the current government," the oppostition commented.

Planes, trains and escalators: A ride on the new high-speed express

The train will go only as far as the airport for at least another six months, as the line from the airport to Tel Aviv is not yet electrified.

The ABC's of Israel’s sports scene over the holiday season

As we head into the Sukkot holiday season, let’s take a look at what’s going on in Israeli sports and ABC fun for the whole family.

Defense firm Elbit awarded $173m. Asian naval weapons deal

Israel is the 8th largest exporter worldwide of major arms from 2013-17, representing 2.9% of the global share of arms exports.

Russia denounces Israel Air Force activity over Syria

The statement was released while an Israeli delegation led by the commander of the IAF Maj.-Gen Amikam Norkin was en route to meet with his counterparts in Moscow.

PM says Israel obligated to continue defending itself

At memorial ceremony Netanyahu stresses that Israel will do everything to prevent war, but if forced into conflict, will act with full force.

Russia: IAF activity in Syria irresponsible

The statement was released while an Israeli delegation led by the commander of the IAF Maj.-Gen Amikam Norkin was en route to meet with his counterparts in Moscow.

Parakalo: Greek cuisine with a few twists

The bar-restaurant Parakalo (Greek for “you’re welcome”) is the place for chillin’ on the Boardwalk.

A tapas bar to remember

the vibe of Andalucia is chilled out and relaxed — the attractive bar is on the second floor, and you can choose to sit at the bar and watch the action;

The Sinatra & Friends makes it over to Tel Aviv and Haifa

The patrons in Haifa and Tel Aviv will be able to sit back and enjoy a musically and visually polished and wide-ranging act.

Efrat Rubin and musician Yehu Yaron join forces in new performance

“Black Bird,” their rock concert/dance performance, will be revealed this weekend at the Tmuna Theater.

Top 10 things to do

Here's a great list of activities to keep you entertained this week.

Probe of Netanyahu aide Keyes not closed, despite reports

David Keyes took a leave of absence last week after some dozen sexual harassment allegations surfaced against him.

The joys of the Great Synagogue

Whereas some synagogues in Jerusalem have very few young people among their congregants, all three synagogues under the roof of the Great Synagogue have multigenerational congregations.

Israeli-Arab poet Dareen Tatour released from prison

"They tried for years to frighten me and to keep me from writing," Tatour told 'The Jerusalem Post' on the day of her release. "They did not succeed."

High Court freezes yeshiva students' IDF draft until new recruitment law

Haredi students were summoned in 2014 to settle their status following the repeal of the "Torato Omanuto" Law (Tal Law), which allowed ultra-Orthodox Jews to delay their military services.

Overdue and incomplete: High-speed Jerusalem rail opens partially

Originally due to open in 2008, Israel's flagship infrastructure project has been plagued by repeated lengthy delays and soaring costs.

IDF to demolish building of family of Palestinian who killed soldier

Family had previously been notified that only two floors would be demolished

Moshe Lion wins endorsement of haredim, Daitch running for mayor anyway

Elkin says Liberman, Deri want Lion as a "puppet."

Blockchain technology transforming the way your wallet and community works

Founded in 2014, blockchain technology company Colu offers the combination of a mobile payment system and a unique city cryptocurrency.

Is China intruding in Israel's defense industry?

Ephraim Halevy, the former head of Mossad, Israel’s secret service agency, has voiced concerns over the risks that China’s growing presence in Israel pose to national security.