The Jerusalem Post Archive

10 October 2018
Son of imprisoned former Egyptian president detained
Israeli martial arts group nominated for peace award

The Israeli team, Budo for Peace, was founded in 2004 by Danny Hakim, an Australian-born businessman, philanthropist and martial-arts champion.

Ten Jewish-American baseball players to immigrate to Israel for Olympics

Among the ten is former Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Zack Weiss and current pitcher Jonathan Solomon Moscot.

Turkey agrees to release more water to Iraq
U of Michigan chides professor who refused student letter to Israel

After refusing to write a letter of recommendation for a student to study abroad in Israel, the University of Michigan is sanctioning the professor.

Fatah blames Israel for West Bank terror attack

On a post from the Official Fatah Facebook page on Sunday, Palestinian Media Watch reported that the official called the murder of the two Israel an "act."

Bennett: Where are the female Israel Prize nominees?

"Don’t complain, nominate!” Education Minister Naftali Bennett tweeted on Wednesday.

‘Curse the Jews,’ Yemen’s Houthi rebel slogan handed out at university

Houthi rebels have long used antisemitic slogan that now circulates on social media and at a university.

Days after Netanyahu vow, Russia rejects Israeli sovereignty over Golan

A senior Russian official on the downing of a Russian warplane in Syria: ‘Incidents happen.’

Grapevine: Enhanced Learning

Pro. Reuven Feuerstein helped create a method for children with learning disabilities to increase their aptitude for learning

Not so sleepless in Jerusalem

The Central Bureau of Statistics conducted a social survey to examine the sleep habits of Israelis

S.Korea says Pompeo complained about inter-Korean military pact
Would you eat a doughnut Reuben sandwich?

Famed Carnegie Deli teamed up with Doughnut Project for a limited-edition creation.

A jewel in Brazil

Orly Portal created a work for Porto Alegre Compania Municipal de Danca as part of Suzanne Dellal Center’s Brazil Project

Walking (and laughing) on Holy Air

With Shady Srour and Laëtitia Eïdo. 81 minutes. Hebrew title: Avir Kadosh. In Arabic and Hebrew, check with theaters for subtitle information

Gusto’s come on

The musician will showcase his new album at Confederation House in Jerusalem

An artistic haven

Gordon Gallery and Alon Segev Gallery open new adjacent exhibition spaces in South Tel Aviv

Minimalism with a human face

A concert dedicated to works of prominent Russian composer Leonid Desyatnikov will be performed by an ensemble of award-winning musicians

Prepared with ‘amore’

Meat Kitchen continues to serve excellent kosher cuisine

Beer and hamburgers

Agadir opens its first kosher branch

Paz Band’s view of ‘Supply and Demand’

Veteran rockers among diversified lineup for Jerusalem’s 8th annual IndieCity Festival

The immigrant story at the heart of Israel’s fraud-fighting start-up

Besides its advanced technological platform and pioneering business model, the company saw the employment of new immigrants as a key reason for its success.

Do men have more trouble crying than women?

While it may be true that men cry less than women do, they certainly can enjoy the same health and psychological benefits if they get the help to cry when the need arises

Gaza incendiary balloons cause fire near Israeli community of Kissufim
Inside Eitanim psychiatric hospital

A mother’s candid firsthand account of her bipolar daughter’s stay – and her own battle to cope

Boycott-Israel activists disrupt Holocaust film in Berlin

The activists could be seen on a video holding a sign that read, “No culture in whitewashing Apartheid.”

Hamas: Fuel delivery part of efforts to achieve truce with Israel

Qatar recently agreed to pay for the fuel, which is being bought from Israeli companies and delivered to the Gaza Strip through the United Nations Office for Project Services.

Bereaved families: Releasing terrorists would be WWIII against us

The high Court decision to improve incarceration conditions would see shortened prison terms.

Hurricane Michael hits Florida, barely skirting past Jewish community

Hurricane Michael is a Category 4 storm – the strongest cyclone ever recorded to hit this territory.

Israeli cybersecurity start-up awarded U.S. Homeland Security project

Morphisec will become the first international business to receive a grant from the S&T’s Financial Services Cyber Security Active Defense Technologies category.

Harping on about the music

Thirty one harpists under the age of 36 from across the globe, including from Finland, the United States, France, Israel, China and South Africa will engage in a musical battle, through four stages.

ACLU’s opposition to Kavanaugh sounds its death knoll

Everything the ACLU does today seems to be a function of its fund-raising. To be sure, it must occasionally defend a Nazi, a white supremacist, or even a mainstream conservative.

Vans and jets: Inside Turkey’s evidence on Saudi journalist’s assassins

The new videos and photos appear to show a car and van leaving the consulate one hour and 50 minutes after Khashoggi is seen entering.

Kurdistan: A changing land in a region that resists change

Divisions within Kurdistan created from outside, meanwhile, run the risk of pushing the region into violent conflict and undoing all of the social gains made in the last years.

Clean streets will not guarantee the future of Jerusalem

The city of Jerusalem cannot do this alone. It must be adopted by the government as national policy with massive state funding, resolute national political support, and international promotion.

Melania Trump Says #MeToo Accusers 'Need to Have Really Hard Evidence'
Boycotts and BDS

Israel’s challenged democracy faces a lot of true concerns. One of those challenges which is often presented, which I don’t agree with, is Israel’s Law of Return.

Start-Up Nation vs Blow-Up Nation

Ignoring the problem and hoping that it will go away is not a solution.

Ein Keshatot, the Golan Heights’ hidden archaeological gem opens to public

The restored ancient basalt synagogue was dedicated Monday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in attendance.

Thank you, Nikki Haley

Haley will still be a difficult act to follow, with her moral clarity combined with a tough-as-nails attitude, which gained her admirers on the Right and Left.

The 1973 War: Comparing the Hebrew and Arabic Wikipedia entries

Nearly a half-century later, it is important to note how the war is remembered and understood by the chief protagonists

The impact of non-Orthodox Jews on America

Reform Judaism is the leading denominational group within the Jewish community. Nearly all the rabbis perform intermarriages.

U.S. Dow Jones falls 831 points, biggest one day drop in eight months
Ex-U.S. Energy chief suspends work with Saudis over disappeared journalist
As president, Trump aided Adelson in Japan casino push

The report tracked Trump's efforts to further the business interests of a 2016 presidential election campaign donor.

Ivanka Trump shuts down rumors of replacing Haley

US President Trump said he would consider his former deputy national security adviser Dina Powell.

A sheriff in heels on Israel’s behalf

There was the time that Haley boldly told Palestinian chief negotiator Saeb Erekat, “I will not shut up.”

Hurricane Michael gains strength as Floridians flee to higher ground
Analysis: Bringing Israeli expertise back home

A total of 11% of Israeli doctoral graduates since 1981 have spent at least three years abroad by 2017.

U.S. Republican senator seeks briefings on reported China hacking attack
Middle East divided on Nikki Haley’s legacy

“Rest assured, Iran’s regime is terrified about who Trump/Pompeo will appoint next,” noted human rights activist and commentator Heshmat Alavi.

Restored fragment of prewar Torah scroll displayed in Poland

It is estimated that the document is about 15 percent of the original Torah scroll.

After Barkan: A look at West Bank industrial areas of ‘coexistence’
Far-right pro-Israel candidate wins first round of Brazil’s elections

Bolsonaro, a 63-year-old conservative Christian congressman, won 46 percent of the ballot on Sunday as voters appeared to reject Brazil’s political establishment.

Teenager given hyperbaric oxygen therapy after smoking hookah pipe

The teenager smoked a hookah pipe with her friends at home and lost consciousness,” said Professor Ram Weiss, a Pediatrics Director at Rambam.

Public execution of five men in Somalia including British citizen
Supreme Court: Why is serial donor's sperm banned by the Health Ministry

Ari Nagel has fathered at least 33 children in the last decade with sperm he donates free of charge.

Former U.S. envoy to Israel claims Nikki Haley will run for President

Haley herself has denied any plans to seek the presidency.

Two government officials arrested in corruption probe

Israel Land Authority agents among seven suspects arrested over alleged bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

Ayelet Shaked: We don't want to move forward with elections
Caregivers protest exploitation at demonstration in Tel Aviv

Over 150,000 patients receive service from 120,000 caregivers.

Police: Incendiary balloon found in Jerusalem
Edward Snowden, 'most wanted fugitive' addresses Israeli panel

Snowden will speak on Israel-related issues from his secret hideaway in Russia at an event organized by the Israeli media consultancy firm OH! Orenstein Hoshen

Price tag attack reported in Palestinian village
Will Nikki Haley’s replacement be as supportive of Israel?

Haley was a godsend at the UN from Israel's point of view, passionately, eloquently and calmly defending the Jewish State and calling out the world for its hypocrisy and bias towards the country.

Four dead, 30 missing as migrant boat sinks off western Turkey
French Finance Minister: Israel needs the support of Europe against Iran
Chief Rabbi blasts world religious leaders for not condemning terrorism

“It is forbidden for us to be silent, silence is tantamount to identifying with terror.”

Concert Review: '70s soft rockers America bring out the hits in Caesarea

Tuesday night's sold-out greatest hits show at the Caesarea Amphitheater was as crowd-pleasing and enjoyable as a nostalgia-seeking fan could hope for.

Five times Nikki Haley delighted the pro-Israel community

A big chunk of Haley’s two years at the world body was about Israel.

Michael Oren: Detaining BDS activist causes Israel political damage

"I call for a reexamination of Israel's policy in order to protect ourselves and our image as a democratic and enlightened society," said Oren.

Egypt deports 15 illegal Sudanese migrants

Authorities in Egypt have captured 2230 people as they were trying to leave the country illegally.

Friends of the IDF supporters to cycle across Israel

32 participants, including wounded IDF combat veterans to cycle over 250 miles across the country.

Unpacking the actual impact of BDS on Israel's economy

One of the goals of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement is to hurt the Israeli economy. The movement may not be as effective as many believe it to be.

Jewish men get engaged at Troye Sivan concert

Singer wishes the couple a big mazel tov on stage in New York City

Topple, roll, bang! Museum unveils Rube Goldberg exhibit

The eccentric cartoonist known for drawing diagrams of long-winded and elaborate contraptions will be memoralized in Philadelphia.

Army Radio to begin broadcasts from Jerusalem in two weeks

The opening ceremony for news broadcasts from Jerusalem will be held on Thursday October 25th.

Russian Deputy PM: We will continue positive Israel-Russia relations

“Unfortunately, incidents happen. I feel the strong will [of our] leaders to continue cooperation.”

"Long Life to the Hamas" spray-painted on Jewish Day School

Toronto's Leo Baeck Day School was vandalized with pro-Palestine and pro-Hamas graffiti.

Kim Kardashian honored for helping Israeli find a bone marrow match

After joining the Gift of Life Marrow Registry, Kim Kardashian West led 10,000 new donors to join.

Gaza Division awarded for fighting Hamas terror

Eisenkot praises troops’ hard work in dealing with explosive border area and a wide range of threats.

UNESCO: Rachel's Tomb and Cave of Patriarchs part of 'Occupied Palestine'

Both resolutions were sponsored by Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar and Sudan, and approved within minutes at the Commission’s meeting.

Russia rejects Japan's protests over military build-up on disputed islands
Israel must stop arrests, 'abuse' of Palestinian minors, European MPs say

The Parliamentary Assembly of Europe voted on a report calling for Israel to stop detaining Palestinian minors.

Pence: U.S.'ready to assist' in finding missing Saudi journalist Khashoggi
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