The Jerusalem Post Archive

12 October 2022
EV Motors delivers 15 vehicles to Magen David Adom

This is the first time electric vehicles will be part of MDA’s active vehicle fleet.

Russian Jews are trying to make their way over to Israel - editorial

The fear of a rise in antisemitism inside of Russia has many Russian Jews immigrating to Israel, trying to find a way out.

Can Keymakr video annotation help AI see like Terminator or Iron Man?

Tech Talk: Keymakr video annotation helps AI see better.

Enjoying Israel's different ways of celebrating the New Year - opinion

Visiting Israel for the Jewish New Year until Sukkot? Take a walk around and see how different people observe the holiday.

Iranians of every class and culture are protesting for a regime change - opinion

International media has failed to expose the people who are actively working against the protesters in Iran.

‘I Am A Guitar’ international festival unveils the riches of Polish classical guitar music

Polish strings attached: Kowalski’s festival concert at Tzavta should be thoroughly entertaining, engaging, enlightening and pretty exciting, too.

Grapevine October 12, 2022: A reason for renovating?

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Is peace possible between Russia, Ukraine and the West? - opinion

There is no agreement that there is a problem to be solved, namely how to achieve peace because countries view the situation differently.

Letters to the Editor October 12, 2022: Jerusalem rebuilt?

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

Biden approval holds near lowest level of his presidency - poll

US President Joe Biden's approval rating stayed close to the lowest level of his presidency this week, a dark sign for his Democratic Party's prospects in the November 8 midterm elections.

IDF soldier accused of sexual misconduct will face disciplinary action - report

The Military Advocate General has decided to close the investigation against an IDF soldier who was accused of sexual misconduct by another IDF soldier.

Kanye West claims Planned Parenthood, KKK conspired to 'control Jew population'

Kanye doubled down on unsupported claims that "the people known as the race black really are" Jews in footage cut from his recent Fox News interview.

Mexico's most populous state approves same-sex marriage

The congress of Mexico's most populous state voted overwhelmingly to legally recognize same-sex marriage.

Thai military officer shoots at Israeli after having affair with his wife

The Israeli later claimed the Thai translator at the police station "convinced him" to drop all charges against the officer.

Intel plans to cut thousands of jobs hit by PC slowdown - report
Can video games trigger life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias in children?

A new research examines how video games can affect children with unrecognized cardiac arrhythmic conditions.

Stressed out? This is what you should and shouldn't eat

Experts recommend which food you should - and shouldn't - eat in order to reduce everyday anxiety and stress.

UK antisemitism watchdog determined to catch Oxford Street perpetrators

As UK police fail to capture Oxford Street perpetrators, a local Anti-antisemitism group stepped up to help solve the case with a £10,000 reward at stake.

Maccabi Haifa stun Juventus in famous Champions League victory

Pair of goals from Atzili coupled with dominant defense led Greens to upset victory • third place in play with two games left

Dozens missing after Venezuela floods, death toll rises

The death toll continues to rise as Las Tejerias, Venezuela was struck with devastating flooding.

Blasts heard in Russia-occupied Kherson, Melitopol
Operation Break the Wave: Ten arrested across West Bank overnight
How can you get back into working out after a long time of no exercise?

If you're one of many who swore to get into shape this year, it's possible and not even that scary. Here are some tips that will help you get back to working out.

Taiwan says China looking at Ukraine war to develop 'hybrid' strategies

Chinese officials are using the war between Russia and Ukraine as a way to develop new strategies in rising conflicts with Taiwan.

Russian missiles hit 30% of Ukraine's energy infrastructure in two days
Russians flee to South Korea to avoid Putin's call-up, most refused entry

Russians fleeing from the war are arriving to international ports via private yachts carrying large groups.

Russia arrests 8 for Crimea Bridge blast as Ukraine celebrates

Ukraine has not officially confirmed its involvement in the blast that destroyed a section of the bridge to Russian annexed Crimea , but some Ukrainian officials have celebrated the damage.

Twitter reviews policies around permanent user bans - Financial Times

Twitter has been exploring if there are other content moderation tools that could replace a ban, its harshest penalty for violating rules.

What makes a nuclear weapon a 'tactical nuke'? - explainer

Nuclear warfare does not have a singular definition of weapons, though tactical nuclear weapons have important characteristics worth noting.

NATO allies, partners aim to boost Kyiv's air defense after Russian air raids

Following continued air raids from Russian forces against Ukraine, NATO aims to be of assistance to the receiving party.

Gazprom says shipments to Europe via Ukraine to remain stable on Wednesday
Hong Kong approves baby version of BioNTech vaccine for toddlers
Bennett refuses Shaked's request to use veto power over Lebanon deal

Shaked said on Wednesday that if the agreement is not brought to a vote, she would not support it. Bennett, however, announced that he supported the deal.

IDF blocks traffic to and from Nablus following shooting attacks

The decision to close the roads to the West Bank city is part of the increased security activity in the Nablus area.

Russian missile strikes in Ukraine investigated as possible war crimes - prosecutor

Following the largest set of Russian air strikes since the start of the war in late February, Russia will be further investigated for war crimes after many are injured and killed.

Ukraine accuses Russia of blocking diesel supplies to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Videos from Iran prove that protests only continue to grow - analysis

it is clear that large numbers of people are willing to confront Iran’s crackdown on the streets of their city, armed with nothing more than stones and determination.

Lebanon maritime deal goes to Knesset without vote

“Funds from the agreement will not go to Hezbollah,” National Security Adviser emphasizes.

60-year-old Israeli imprisoned in Japan for drug smuggling dies in cell
This cryonics facility in Arizona is preserving bodies to revive later

At Alcor Life Extension Foundation, the bodies and heads of 199 humans who opted to be cryopreserved in hopes of being revived in the future are stored inside tanks with liquid nitrogen.

Iran's Khamenei calls anti-government protests 'scattered riots' designed by the enemy - Tasnim
Elon Musk sells $1 million worth of quirky new perfume, 'Burnt Hair'

Elon Musk found himself diving into another area of expertise that he believed was "inevitable."

Former South African chief justice: We should resume ‘healthy relations’ with Israel

Mogoeng, a devout Christian who served as chief justice from 2011 to 2021, is in Israel with his wife, Mmaphefo, and a 90-member delegation as part of the annual Feast of the Tabernacles.

Iraq and Uruguay deposit crop seeds at Arctic doomsday vault

Svalbard facility is global back-up for gene banks which safeguards the biodiversity of crops. It now holds more than 1.2 million seed samples.

Personal injury suits: The different types you can pursue
AI-generated art is here to stay: has Artificial Intelligence’s right brain outpaced its left?

While AI machines are rapidly progressing when it comes to creating "good art," they are still far off from simulating human thinking. Could it be that AI’s right brain has leapfrogged its left?

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Lebanon to start returning Syrian refugees, despite rights groups' fears

Lebanese officials believe that the situation in Syria has de-escalated enough to send refugees back to their home country.

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Netanyahu convenes Likud to discuss Lebanon border agreement

Prime Minister Yair Lapid would invite Netanyahu to be briefed on the Lebanon agreement.

Goodbye nosy gambling neighbor — slot players get more room on game floor

Changes to a casino floor’s layout started about 10 years ago and is now a common sight at Las Vegas casinos, particularly in the post-pandemic era.

Surrounded by friends and loved ones, St.-Sgt. Ido Baruch laid to rest

Over a thousand friends and family members came to the cemetery in Gedara to accompany him on his last journey.

Quarantine on the Diamond Princess affected staff more than passengers, study

The Diamond Princess cruise was put into quarantine early in the pandemic which affected the staff more than the passengers, according to Japanese research.

West Bank suspects in contact with Hamas planned terrorist attacks -Shin Bet
Agreement with Lebanon is hurting Hezbollah - Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs

The head of Mossad said that the agreement is not favored by Hezbollah because it constitutes a de facto recognition of Israel, something that Hezbollah opposes.

Infamous antisemitic Dreyfus Affair documents for sale

Many pieces of history from the Rennes trial will be up for auction, including courtroom sketches of Dreyfus' wife Lucie, Captain Alfred Dreyfus himself and French officer Georges-Marie Picquart.

Lebanon says preparations for gas exploration will take 'a number of months'
NASA's DART mission was a success, throwing an asteroid off its path

NASA sent a spacecraft toward an asteroid that was millions of miles away from Earth and was able to throw the asteroid off its path.

This AI platform aims to help corporations fix their sustainability issues

Continue AI has announced a $5.7M funding round that it will use to further develop its AI platform.

Jerusalem march to kick off on Thursday, here's what you should know

During the main celebratory march, several roads throughout the city will be closed to traffic from 13:30 to 18:00.

Netanyahu accused of using Likud party resources to promote new book

Printouts were attached to the complaint that indicated the use of the party's platforms for advertising a private book published by Netanyahu.

Palestinians in Jerusalem, West Bank heed terror group's call for general strike

Clashes erupt near the closed-off Shuafat checkpoint as Palestinians throw stones and policemen respond with tear gas and rubber bullets.

Who are Iran's morality police, who killed Mahsa Amini?- explainer

The morality police, attached to Iranian law enforcement, are mandated to ensure the respect of Islamic morals as described by the Islamic Republic's top clerical authorities.

Arteology: Contemporary Art in a Jerusalem Water Cistern

In Jerusalem's Old City, you will be able to see a new exhibit of 27 ceramic pieces by a Canadian-born artist.

Are Iranian suicide drones performing poorly in Russia-Ukraine war? - UK intel

Around 60% of the 86 Iranian Shahed-136 drones launched by Russia in its bombardment of Ukraine on Monday were reportedly shot down by Ukrainian forces.

Bennett refuses Shaked’s request to veto Lebanon agreement, marking growing rift

Opposition Knesset members fail to delay Lebanon maritime agreement procedure

Missiles target Khor Mor gas field in Iraq's Kurdistan
Violence erupts in Jerusalem in most violent night in capital in years

Two policemen injured, possibly by pipe bomb • Jerusalem mayor's car pelted with rocks on his way to a Sukkot event in east Jerusalem

Lapid: Lebanon agreement staves off war with Hezbollah

Lapid said the deal gives the best response to our security needs, and quoted IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi, who said in the cabinet meeting that it “does not preserve our security, it improves it.

Israel’s largest law firm reflects on 50 years of change

“I spoke Hebrew at home, but did not have great Hebrew, and then he made me an offer. The magic word was it was in dollars. I focused on ‘dollars’ and didn’t hear the number,” said a partner.

High Court and the Lebanon maritime deal - analysis

Both on October 3 and again on Wednesday, the court, with the latest decision written by conservative Justice David Mintz, rejected getting involved before the final decision-making point.

Putin and Abbas to meet in Astana to push Israeli-Palestinian talks

Both men are in the Kazakh capital of Astana to attend the sixth summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA). 

Who is 'General Armageddon,' Russia's new Ukraine war commander? -explainer

When examining the track record of the new commander, nicknamed “The Butcher of Syria” for his part in Russian operations in Syria, the missile onslaught on Ukraine may not come as a surprise.

Final text of Lebanon deal describes ‘permanent’ resolution to maritime dispute

The agreement states that representatives of Israel and Lebanon are to meet at Naqoura, on the border between the countries, to finalize the agreement.

Democracies and deals: From Lebanon to Iran - analysis

It appears that Lebanon terrorist group Hezbollah, which has a big say in what happens in the country, can at any time decide to fire rockets over the line that has been agreed.

Remote employee fired for shutting off webcam

The telemarketer took his employer to court in the Netherlands, which ruled that the firing had been unlawful and the plaintiff was entitled to a hefty sum as a penalty. 

Bella Hadid stands up to antisemitism?

Bella Hadid posted on her Instagram story begging her followers to stand up against antisemitism, yet, she didn't stand up against her father's antisemitism.

LA council member recorded making racist comments and degrading Jews

In a conversation with two other council members, Nury Martinez made racist and antisemitic comments and is now resigning from the LA city council.

‘Black people are actually Jew[s]’: The historical origins of Kanye West’s inflammatory comments

Entertainers and athletes such as Kendrick Lamar, Kodak Black, Nick Cannon and DeSean Jackson have also trafficked in antisemitic tropes about Jewish manipulation.

At least 17 die in southern Pakistan bus fire
UNGA condemns Russian annexation of Ukrainian regions in 143-5 vote

Only Belarus, North Korea, Nicaragua and Syria stood with Russia on the UN vote.

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