The Jerusalem Post Archive

10 December 2022
Ichikanda: Great vegetarian Indian food in Jerusalem - review

If you’re craving Indian food in Jerusalem, look no further than the three-week-old Ichikanda. We were three people and came hungry, and were served two starters and two main dishes. We left stuffed.

DNA: A new dining concept in Tel Aviv's Azrieli Mall - review

The service was quick and good, and we enjoyed the evening very much. The Azrieli Center has a lot to offer – including some excellent dining.

Hanukkah: What are the best donuts (sufganiyot) in Jerusalem? - review

Before Hanukkah, it is up to me to undertake the mission of sampling the wide variety of sufganiyot in Jerusalem to determine which is the best. Yes, journalism is a heavy burden, indeed.

Mawwal Baladi Festival looks to bring spirit of East to Jerusalem

The second annual Mawwal Baladi Festival, which takes place at the Jerusalem Theater, under the aegis of the Museum for Islamic Art, runs December 13-16.

Winter is in Israel, here are some recipes from Molly Yeh

Since winter has finally arrived in Israel, I’m bringing you some of Molly Yeh’s heimish-hygge recipes to warm you on chilly, rainy nights or any winter Shabbat

Pascale's Kitchen: Happy in the kitchen

I have provided three recipes this week for dishes that taste great, are nourishing, but are super quick and easy to make.

Women's hair covering and Judaism: What to do in the modern world

Several developments over the last half century should be noted when discussing women’s hair covering in modernity.

Jewish photographer takes a tour of Berlin for new book - review

Released in November, Berlin will be presented at international book and art fairs in Frankfurt, London, Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Beijing, Vienna and other cities. 

An Israeli Jew's first time ascending Jerusalem's Temple Mount - opinion

Thoughts about ascending the Temple Mount in Jerusalem: It was scary, emotional, fascinating and infuriating. And necessary.

Hanukkah: Eat healthier, live happier this winter - opinion

Here are a few tips for you to consider to get started on your healthy living and weight-loss journey to good health this Hanukkah.

Tzedaka: The ethics and morals when donating to charity - opinion

I will pose many questions, and while some of the answers are quite clear regarding crossing the ethical line, others are not. Many others, in fact, are in that infamous gray area.

Israel and Bahrain: When great leaders stand together against Iran - opinion

These insignificant, exposed voices can no more trigger thousands to follow their demonstrations. Bahrainis have realized the agendas of these individuals and no longer follow them.

Chanshi’ plays with American-Israeli stereotypes - review

If the series, which premiered on December 8 on Hot 3 (and which is already available on Hot VOD), were another one of Chanowitz’s short films, it could have ended there, but a plot develops.

Award-winning French writer Philippe Besson bares his soul at this year’s Tmuna Theater Festival

Besson seems to have few qualms about airing intimate details of his life in public, through his books, plays based on them, and on discussion panels.

Why Italy, Japan and UK's work on a new fighter jet matters - analysis

It is clear that the reference to a 6th generation plane looks to contrast or even challenge the US dominance with the F-35.

'It hurts my soul': Brazil's Bolsonaro ends post-election silence
Belarus to allow Ukraine grain transit with no preconditions - UN
Increasing tensions in Kosovo threaten stability in the Balkans - analysis

Kosovo's decision to apply for EU membership soon and Russia’s interests in provoking tensions in the Balkans are coming together this winter.

Buffalo supermarket shooter seeks plea deal to avoid death penalty

Lawyers for Payton Gendron moved to seek a plea agreement at a court hearing less than two weeks after he pleaded guilty to charges of murder and domestic terrorism.

Australia imposes sanctions on Iran, Russia over human rights violations

Foreign Minister Penny Wong said in a statement Australia was imposing Magnitsky-style sanctions on 13 individuals and two entities, including Iran’s Morality Police and Basij Resistance Force.

Why do we have black spots in our eyes, and how dangerous are they?

Dr. Ohayon explains common dangers to our eyesight and why it is so critical to visit an eye doctor at least once a year above the age of 40.

Some Jews who have left Ukraine now study their religion in Warsaw

Some of the refugees traveled 30 hours via coach to get to Warsaw and receive assistance from the organization.

Why do some people believe that these mosquitoes are gov't spy drones?

A viral clip showing mosquitoes with numbers on their bodies got a lot of attention by conspiracy theorists who are sure the government uses them to spy.

Donald Trump says Jewish leaders ‘lack loyalty, should be ashamed’

Trump has now repeatedly lambasted Jewish leaders for being unloyal, stressing his achievements for Israel during his presidency.

30 hearing-impaired youth celebrate Bar, Bat Mitzvahs in new initiative

The Wednesday event started at Beit Knesset Nitzanim in Jerusalem’s Baka neighborhood and then continued into the Old City for a tour and ceremony at the Western Wall.

China and the Gulf: A big message for the US - analysis

This is particularly an issue in US-Saudi Arabia relations as some voices in the US have become increasingly critical of Riyadh, which has responded by conducting its own foreign policy.

For Ethiopian Israeli Pnina Agenyahu, celebrating diversity is about speaking up and representing

Agenyahu plans to speak about the different voices in Israeli society and how these voices create more diversity and visibility for people around us.

US soccer journalist Grant Wahl dies in Qatar, brother suspects foul play

Grant Wahl, outspoken in his opposition to Qatar hosting the World Cup, died Friday while covering the tournament in Doha.

Disney+ doc traces Idina Menzel’s rise, from the bat mitzvah circuit to Broadway

The film, directed by Anne McCabe, follows Menzel’s 2018 arena tour, along with Josh Groban, which culminated in Menzel fulfilling her lifelong dream of headlining Madison Square Garden.

Virginia antisemitism commission blasts Israel boycotts, indirectly critiques Trump

The commission was chaired by Jeffrey Rosen, who is Jewish and served as the acting US Attorney General in the final month of the Trump administration.

Kari Lake files lawsuit against Arizona elections officials

Lake joins the ranks of several GOP candidates refusing to accept election results.

Lost Jewish renaissance painter favored by the Medici discovered

The life and career of Jona Ostiglio also shed light on the relations between faith communities in 17th-century Florence.

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes Chile- EMSC
Hundreds of meters of communication cables stolen from Israel Railways

The incident has caused significant damage and has shut down the signaling system and traffic management systems of the railway in the south of the country.

UK launches probe on BBC's coverage of Israel, antisemitism - report

UK's Office of Communications said the BBC "must do more to learn how to respond when its reporting is in contention."

R. Kelly's controversial new album 'I Admit It' released as bootleg

The R&B singer and record producer is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for sexual abuse charges against him.

Three killed, several missing after explosion on island of Jersey

The search is ongoing and began after a building collapsed on the island.

Germany says Dresden hostage taker was likely 'confused' lone wolf

The suspected hostage taker, a 40-year-old man, died of the injuries he sustained during the police operation.

UK man who killed Israeli father and daughter in hit-and-run gets 16 years

Nitesh Bissendary, 30 years old, was found guilty of causing the two deaths by dangerous driving.

Russia wants Ukraine to be 'dependent dictatorship' - Nobel Peace Prize winner

Byalyatski's wife accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in his name and in the name of all "prisoners of conscience in Belarus."

Lions' Den resurfaces, say Israel only understands 'blood and bullets'

Between 50-70 gunmen from the Lions' Den militia took part in the rally in the Old City of Nablus over the weekend.

Morocco make history as first Arab country to reach World Cup semi-finals

Portugal manager Fernando Santos said that he would not change his decision of leaving Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench even after his team was knocked-out from the World Cup due to a 1-0 defeat.

Ukraine says 1.5 million in Odesa region without power after Russia strikes

Ukraine's Prosecutor General's office said two power facilities in Odesa region were hit by Iranian-made Shahed-136 drones.

Route 443 closed in both directions due to suspicious object on road
US pushes UN not to update 'threatening" Israeli settlement blacklist

The Biden administration opposes Israeli settlement activity but has argued against the UN's anti-Israel bias at the same time.

Holiday Heart Syndrome: The risks of drinking during the holidays

A person experiencing Holiday Heart Syndrome will feel a lack of energy, chest discomfort, dizziness and difficulty breathing after heavy drinking.

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