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Churches to PM: Stop bill allowing confiscation of Christian property

Greek Orthodox leader Patriarch Theophilos III; Armenian Apostolic Patriarch of Jerusalem Nourhan Manougian; and Roman Catholic Fr. Francesco Patton, Custos of the Holy Land, expressed their dismay.

Lost Menachem Begin recording to be auctioned

Speech from 1948 was recently discovered in Jerusalem.

Alqasem tied to anti-Israel group later than she claimed

A Facebook invitation to an April 27, 2018 event features a photo of 15 students, including Alqasem, in colorful Middle Eastern dress.

Hilik Bar at conference in Guatemala: Region requires courageous leaders

"In the Middle East, we need leaders ready to walk the extra mile to make peace.”

10,000 rioters at Gaza border, in tense IDF-Hamas standoff

The intensity of protests along the Gaza fence today, might be an indicator of how the recent increase in tension will play out.

New Jerusalem museum looks at the origins of Christianity

After extensive renovations, Terra Sancta Museum showcases archaeological artifacts linked to the life of Jesus.

A year since #MeToo: Just the beginning

From Harvey Weinstein to Alex Gilady, from Les Moonves to Dan Margalit - so much more work remains to be done for women to truly feel safe in the workplace.

Israeli TV romcom getting American remake

ABC to partner with Keshet on US version of 'Beauty and the Baker'

Alqasem ruling proves the system works

The court disregarded constitutional arguments against the BDS ban, upholding the law but saying the government was exercising it in the wrong way.

Barkat tells ‘Post’ readers: Don’t pick charlatan or puppet

Barkat called Berkovitch “a charlatan, who lacks experience, depth and the ability to lead a professional team.”

New project seeks to boost Arab, ultra-Orthodox employment in hi-tech

Should the program prove successful in Jerusalem, it will likely be rolled out across the nation.

Is Asaf Zamir the new broom Tel Aviv needs to sweep clean?

According to Zamir, the municipality should be leading a proactive agenda to ensure the quality of life for everybody in Tel Aviv.

Grapevine: Israel-US Hanukka stamp issued

A roundup of happenings across Jerusalem.

High Court rules State must release Lara Alqasem from airport for studies

Alqasem has been detained at the airport for around two weeks after the state alleged she was a BDS supporter who fit the criteria for being blocked from entering the country.

Journalist Dan Margalit resigns after assault allegations

Eight women have claimed the reporter sexually assaulted or harassed them.

New York entrepreneurship initiative helps Israelis returning home

The Ministry of Immigration and Absorption's Entrepreneurs Division is offering a week-long course in New York for Israelis.

Youngest council candidate running in Efrat

Harow said that if elected, his goals would be helping second-generation Efrat residents stay in Efrat, developing the local tourism industry.

Colombian beauty queens tour Israel

Foreign Ministry brings four women to see the sites - and share photos online

Israel foils smuggling of elephant ivory at Allenby Bridge

Trade and possession of ivory is prohibited in the State of Israel, which is a signatory to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

On this day: Gilad Shalit Released from Hamas captives

When one Israeli became worth 1,027 Palestinian prisoners.

Parents and baby killed in accident between bus and car near Dead Sea

Some 13 passengers on bus, as well as driver, lightly injured.

Flu shot season begins in Israel

It's important, however, for everyone to get vaccinated in order to reduce the chance of the virus getting into the community and to protect those with weak immune systems.

Report: By 2040 Israelis' lifespan will soar, Palestinians' to drop most

A new study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Education shows Israel rising to 7th in the world and Palestine dropping to 152nd by 2040.

Vandals desecrate graveyard of monastery near Beit Shemesh

Beit Jamal has been the target of several hate crimes over the years.

Hundreds protest 'unbearable' violence against women in Israel

In this past month alone, violence has claimed the lives of two Israeli women.