The Jerusalem Post Archive

1 January 2017
Maccabi Haifa amputee team wins conference cup

The Greens defeated Scotland’s Ayr 4-0, completing a perfect tournament to claim the first-ever Conference League trophy. Ben Benjamin scored a brace, while Ohana and Maman added goals.

Haredi anti-draft march in Bnei Brak doubled as launch event for a protest political party - report

"In Netanyahu's Government of Evasion, the deserters are the heroes," Gadi Eisenkot claimed, dubbing the march "Netanyahu's walk of shame."

Netanyahu received three warnings from Egypt about Gaza including in days before October 7 - report

Netanyahu has previously denied personally receiving advance knowledge, claiming that security chiefs did not adequately warn him.

Haifa International Film Festival opens with emotional tribute to Avi Nesher

Our Loves received a standing ovation, and the tribute referenced Nesher’s personal and professional connections to the festival in a way that was especially meaningful.

Huckabee announces plan to break ground on permanent US Embassy in Jerusalem

“We will soon be breaking ground on our property to begin the construction of the US embassy that will be our permanent home rather than being spread out all over the country,” Huckabee said.

Ireland defeats Israel 3-0 amid pre-game controversy, plenty of pressure

The small group of Irish supporters cheered on their team, while the much larger and considerably noisier group of Israeli supporters cheered on Israel.

Hapoel Jerusalem looks good; really good!

Jerusalem has assembled the talent, hired an experienced coach, and made its Euroleague ambitions clear. Now it must turn that potential into results.

Korean beauty product trend: Why what works in Seoul does not always work in Tel Aviv

Gentle layers, sheer sunscreens, and innovative ingredients have made K-beauty a global phenomenon. But Mediterranean skin might need different adjustments.

Who writes the code of the new world? - opinion

Software has quietly become strategic terrain. The question is no longer who can write it, but who can be trusted to govern it.

'Change bloc,' Netanyahu bloc each poll at 52 seats one month before Israel election - poll

Kan also found that between Eisenkot or Netanyahu as the next prime minister 39% would prefer Netanyahu, compared to 38% who would prefer Eisenkot.

Stephen Sondheim was unmistakably Jewish, but did he live a ‘Jewish Life?'

“I look at it as a form of Americanized Yiddishkeit: his nature, his worldview, his sense of humor,” said Daniel Okrent in an interview last week.

Ethiopian aliyah activist fears for family's life as armed activities increase across Amhara region

Ababa, 39, a Lod resident and longtime aliyah activist in the Ethiopian Israeli community, has struggled to reach relatives who remain in the Gondar area of Amhara.

UN to mark 25th anniversary of South Africa's Durban Conference criticized for antisemitic rhetoric

"Durban was not a fight against racism, but a platform for antisemitism and hatred of Israel," said Israeli ambassador to the UN Danny Danon.

US denies Iranian reports of captured submarine, explosions reportedly heard in Jordan, Iraq

Netanyahu reportedly received three warnings from Egypt before October 7 • BBC reviewing inclusion of 53 terrorists on list of journalists killed in Gaza during war • Netanyahu visits UAE

Iran suspected in bomb plot against RAF base used by US Air Force, UK police investigating - report

Security at RAF Fairford had already been increased in recent months. Protective screens were installed along parts of the perimeter after the base attracted attention as US bombers arrived.

Negotiators pushing Iran for nuclear program concessions in exchange for US peace talks - report

One high-level Middle East government official involved in the talks told the WSJ that Iran had been close to compromising on its nuclear program earlier this year during negotiations with JD Vance.

Pope Leo pledges action on clergy abuse after meeting French survivors

In a two-hour meeting with seven survivors in France, where Leo is on a three-city weekend visit, the pope met privately with each of the victims and heard proposals for how to improve the Church.

UK home secretary to restart resettlement program prioritizing Palestinian refugees - report

According to the report British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will announce the reopening of the UK resettlement scheme at the Labour Party conference tomorrow.

Trump says US worked with UK to arrest five terror suspects near RAF base, US Embassy urges caution

"The arrest in the UK was fantastic. Working with Britain, it was an amazing job," Trump said, adding that the individuals had already been under investigation. 

BBC reviewing inclusion of 53 terrorists on list of journalists killed in Gaza during war - report

According to the Telegraph, the 53 alleged journalists have been claimed by Hamas and other Palestinian terrorist organizations as martyrs after they were killed. 

Eight US Marines injured in recent, undisclosed Iranian attack on ship in Hormuz - report

The Marines were not seriously injured by the Iranian cruise missile hit on the vessel, but they sustained smoke inhalation and showed symptoms of concussions, including headaches.

Saudi foreign minister arrives in Washington for talks with Rubio

Farhan's visit to the US comes after Yemen's Saudi-led coalition intercepted two ballistic missiles and two drones launched by the Houthis towards the kingdom, the coalition said.

German security agencies face dilemma after victories for far-right, far-left

The idea of systematic exclusion from information sharing underlines the gravity of the tensions between political parties and the security services.

Taylor Swift makes VMAs history, dedicates award to Dolly Parton

The VMAs aired live on CBS and MTV, streamed on Paramount+, and were hosted by Snoop Dogg. Fans selected winners in the top categories.

Election economics: Israel’s government must not buy voters’ support - editorial

As Israel enters the final month before the election, officials must resist vote-buying through public spending, while critics should not label every government decision electioneering.

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