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Police deny changes at the site, but video footage suggests blanket ban on non-Muslim prayer not enforced.

All-star alumni band led by longtime pianist Mike Garson coming to Israel for two shows

The defending champs doubled their lead in the 88th minute when Itay Shechter was pulled down in the box by Orel Degani and Cohen slotted home the spot kick from 11 meters.

This is the second body found today, following reports of a drowning occurring in the vicinity of the Yarkon River in Ramat Gan.

The prime minister argues it’s important for him to be first in rotation with Gantz because of unique ties to the US.

Netanyahu made the comment in response to a reporter’s question if he would resign.

The meeting comes amid Bush’s recent trip to the Gulf region, where he discussed growing concern over Iran’s regional ambitions and Israeli-Palestinian peace.

If the elder Henry Ford's antisemitism is legendary, his grandson's Zionism and support of Jewish causes is certainly less well-known.

Hundreds of troops and reservists participated in a tactical drill in the Jordan Valley.

"The purpose of the conference is to bring together all the factors that make up the world of start-ups and innovation in cardiovascular diseases and to present the problems in the field."

Attorney-General Mandelblit and Justice Minister Ohana continue to fight over Shai Nitzan successor.

Ambassador Danny Danon introduced the resolution at a General Assembly discussion marking 72 years since the November 29 Partition Plan.

ELM multi-mission radar systems are used by IDF in Iron Dome, David’s Sling missile defense systems.

By law, if the Knesset is dispersed automatically on Wednesday night when the deadline to form a government passes, election would be held on March 10.

"I won't meddle in internal elections but I personally hope that he won't be elected, with this whole wave of antisemitism... I hope the other side wins," he said.

Gantz: I trust Netanyahu less than when talks started.

'For stellar street food there’s nothing like Tel Aviv’s hummus, falafel and shakshuka, served at hole-in-the-wall joints, street stands, and stalls lining local markets,’ the BBC said.

Rabbi Eliyahu and Chanie Canterman, the directors of Chabad of Talbiyeh, have their hands full this month with gala events marking Yod Tet Kislev and Hanukka

Despite the increase in skyscrapers in Gush Dan, office occupancy is still rising, with Tel Aviv at 94%, Ramat Gan 93%, and Herzliya 92%, according to a study by CBRE Israel.

The Japanese Fantasy layout is designed to, at least, give us some idea of what we are missing from over there.

Last week, Yoav Zimran was appointed head of the haredi education administration at Jerusalem municipality. As Zimran is secular, this appointment arouses curiosity.

Israel’s beloved star vocalist performs Lady Day in her own way.

The Sidi Omar Mosque, ironically also known by the local Arab residents of the Old City as “mosque of the Jews,” was built in the 14th century, but since June 1967 has scarcely been in use.

Six new carousel parking installations on track to arrive this week in Jerusalem’s Givat Shaul neighborhood will provide 90 new parking places while using only six parking spaces

“I have Iraqi and Yemenite parents. Sometimes that works well, and others not so well,” she says with a mischievous twinkle in her eye.

Growing up with a chess-playing dad

"I am leaving the White House after a fascinating meeting with Special Envoy Berkowitz," Lion tweeted. "All we can say for now is - thank you, President Trump."

In honor of the upcoming Christmas holiday, which is just around the corner, we are bringing readers a few statistics about Jerusalem’s Christian population.

The delegation met with Sino-Israel Global Network and Academic Leadership, an Israeli think-tank and academic organization that works to strengthen relations between the two nations.

After he realized his dream of playing professional basketball, he wasn’t getting a lot of minutes with Givat Shmuel, and wasn’t making a lot of money.

According to the report, Netanyahu has not yet responded to the idea which has been floated by a variety of third parties, though in the past he rejected any talk of a plea deal or pardon.

The law defined as ultra-Orthodox any man who from between the ages of 14 and 18 studied for at least two years in an ultra-Orthodox educational institution.

Judah, of course, did not intend to express gratitude to Tamar for what she had done. He meant to admit the truth.

Last month, the United Nations voted to extend UNRWA’s mandate until 2023. UNRWA’s mandate is renewed every three years in two stages. The second stage of the approval is expected to occur this month at the General Assembly.

A look at the man who made it his mission to strengthen our connection with the City of our Fathers.

sraeli law does not include jus soli – a rule that the citizenship of a child is determined by the place of its birth.

Nevo Hazan, a man with great passion for his boutique winery, did not imagine that being a dedicated family man would have such a strong impact on his life.

The prime minister pointed to protests in Tehran, Beirut and Iraq as results of sanctions on Iran.

The new twinning initiative between Israeli and Portuguese wineries, will bring the two countries together.

This week I felt like baking light, airy cookies with creamy fillings. They are my favorite treat to enjoy with coffee. They also last a long time – up to two weeks.

Ilana Ashkenazi, director of the EMET Prize, adds, “The EMET Prize illustrates how academic and professional excellence can improve the human condition, in all areas of life.”

Winter is finally here, so this week we look at new salves for dry skin, new ways of measuring temperature, fantastic solutions for the outdoors and extra-fine bedding.

One of the culprits is fentanyl, a painkiller that is 1,000 times more potent than heroin.

Men take a moment to celebrate masculinity and look deeply into what it means to be a man in today’s society.

“We know of 60 convicted and credibly accused perpetrators of child sexual abuse who have made aliyah,” says Manny.

The father of one of the students claims that while serving as a chaperone, Wilf intervened in a game between two students, got up and pushed one of the children up to the fence.

I live in Tel Aviv, a city conducive to being outside, but it’s very hard to enjoy that experience when I inadvertently inhale smoke from multiple cigarette.

Protesting the estimated NIS 1.5b. cost of an additional paid holiday, the group published an advertisement in Hebrew-language newspapers, declaring: "We are fed up with funding your elections!"

TEDxJaffaWomen is part of a series of TEDx talks around the world titled TEDxWomen, which take place once a year after the global TEDWomen.

Field trials in Israeli almond orchards were completed successfully, substantially increasing crop yields.

The president made the remarks while speaking at the annual memorial ceremony for Israel's first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion.

The deal size was “comfortably within” the 5 million to 30 million pound ($6 million-$39 million) range.

Ahmed Jabbis, 21, and Basel Abidat, 19, were arrested based on concrete intelligence about their planned attacks.

Yisrael Beytenu revealed on Wednesday that the party supports forming a technocratic government to prevent a third round of elections.

The fund will invest in fields such as big data, artificial intelligence and machine learning with an emphasis on software that transforms traditional sectors.

IDF claims the discrepancy stems from the way it defines ultra-Orthodox recruits

"At around 12:20 a.m. a woman fell between two wagons as the train was moving. MDA paramedics that arrived at the scene could only call her time of death."

“We must bring to justice whoever perpetrates an act of vandalism and takes the law into his own hands,” acting Ashdod Mayor Avi Amsalem told Kan.

Black Widow first appeared in Marvel’s “Iron Man 2” and since then has appeared in four “Avengers” films, as well as “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” and “Captain America: Civil War.”

Gadot and her husband, Jason Varsano, will be teaming up with Endemol Shine North America and Endemol Shine Israel to remake the Israeli series, which will air its second season next year.

Schorr is usually too busy to reminisce, but he takes understandable pride in telling the school’s origin story.

The decision to open the department is due to consumer demand from the observant community that lives abroad.

Gershman, whose focus was on people doing good, said that he was disturbed by the growing paranoia in the world with regard to Muslims.

Hapoel J’lem takes down Maccabi Ashdod, Hapoel Eilat slips by

There have been calls across the political spectrum in the Knesset to limit the race in third elections to only 30 days.

The decision marks the most concrete action taken on the matter since September 2014, when the government decided on a multi-year plan to develop the south and establish a new public hospital.

Tel Aviv is located abut 65 kilometers (40 miles) from the Gaza border and is therefore not included in the order, even though Home Front Command ordered non-essential businesses closed there.

The foreign minister also announced the Irish funding of a new solar plant in Gaza.

Large proportion of Israelis with disabilities say place of work does not provide for their disability, while 15% say their doctors’ clinic is not accessible.

In a clip of a performance by the singer/model that will be part of the upcoming Festigal holiday show, the song title has been changed to "I Feel Like Dancing" and "freicha" does not appear.

A new report published on Tuesday by the Ministry of Environmental Protection paints an alarming picture of the future of the state of Israel.

Promising immersive learning and real-time analytics in the classroom, the VR facility will be developed at INSEAD's Fontainebleau campus, south of Paris.

Three-member expert panel scheduled to review alleged pedophile’s mental state on Wednesday, ahead of court hearing next week to discuss whether she is mentally fit for extradition

The central committee meeting was set for Thursday, but Netanyahu has asked to delay it because of his trip to Lisbon to meet US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Israel’s government bonds will be included in the World Government Bond Index (WGBI) starting in April 2020 and are expected to comprise about 0.3% of the index.

According to the Prime Minister's Office, Netanyahu will leave on Wednesday, and return the next day.

First restrictions target British-based Hamas operative.

"In short, Netanyahu has decided on elections," said Blue and White. "Nevertheless we will continue until the last moment to try and exhaust every opportunity to form a government."

Should Intel complete the acquisition of Habana Labs, the deal would represent the company's second largest in Israel so far.

Nave is suspected of having sexual relationships with Eti Karif and with a female lawyer whose husband is a magistrate’s court judge and was seeking promotion to become a district judge.

The PISA examinations showed Israeli students underperforming in reading, mathematics and science. They also reveal a growing gap between Hebrew-speaking and Arabic-speaking pupils.

40% of Israelis living in the northern and southern periphery areas don't feel safe, a new survey published by the Knesset's Research and Information Center found.

Out of the 1,900 people who presented their candidacy, twelve contestants from all over the country were selected through an online quiz to attend the final stage.

The Boston-based band is considered one of the most influential outfits of the late '80s and '90s.

Avi Ganon, director-general and CEO of World ORT, said, “We are certain that Col. Segal, with his vast knowledge and experience, will be able to contribute greatly to Kadima Mada.”

The 6.4-magnitude quake, Albania's worst ever, was centered 30 km. west of the capital Tirana and was felt across the Balkans and southern Italy across the Adriatic Sea.

Neumann will not be visiting WeWork’s offices there, the Calcalist reported, citing an unnamed source that the Israeli business news website said is “familiar with the matter.”

“Participants go through a creative process surrounded by a sense of unity and belonging rarely achieved in our daily lives,” conductor Ben Yaffet said.

The film will examine Neumann’s relationship with Masayoshi Son, the CEO of the Japanese holding company Softbank, which recently took over the struggling company.

Coordination between various security agencies are designed to ensure and protect freedom of worship for all denominations in the city, while also maintaining security and order in the area.

Every time Netanyahu does something, what's being discussed is primarily whether all of that was just an effort by Netanyahu to save his political skin.

Basic Law: Government states that during an interim government, an MK can be appointed to a ministerial post without a vote from the Knesset if a minister stopped serving in that post.

Verdi, Mozart, El Greco and Leonardo provide a plethora of music and art.

A roundup of news from around Israel.

Souza has deep roots in Goa, because his maternal grandfather, Francis Newton Souza, was born in Goa and became “the Indian Picasso.”