The Jerusalem Post Archive

6 March 2019
'It won't work with me': Hegseth dismisses renewed impeachment threat

Hegseth rejected renewed impeachment efforts on Thursday as Republican Rep. Thomas Massie prepared to reintroduce articles against him following the midterm elections.

Democratic socialist Raman elected Los Angeles mayor in upset over Bass

Raman has largely embraced comparisons to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who was elected a year ago, while rejecting the idea that she is simply a West Coast replica.

Parashat Chayei Sarah: The healing power of speech

Every person can act like the sun, spreading warmth and light and bringing healing to those around them. A welcoming countenance, a small smile, and genuine empathy can have amazing healing power.

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

See Shabbat candle lighting times for your area.

Israelis spent NIS 51.6 billion on debit and credit cards in October, up 12.5% year-on-year

Online transactions accounted for approximately NIS 29.5 b. in spending, up 15.8% from October last year.

Global stocks slide as Democrats' US election victory raises fears of AI spending crackdown

Fears that a Democrat-led Congress could seek curbs on AI data-centre spending added to concerns over weak returns, lofty valuations and debt-fueled investment.

500 Black Christian leaders arrive in Israel for 'Unfinished Business' pilgrimage

The delegation arrived on Thursday to fulfill a pilgrimage envisioned by Martin Luther King Jr. in 1967, nearly six decades after his planned visit was canceled.

'You'll know soon enough': Trump leaves door open to devastating new Iran strikes

"I would rather not destroy the rest of the country if possible," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office following a meeting with his national security advisers, "but maybe I'll have to."

Saudi normalization will not happen under Netanyahu government, source says - report

"Saudi Arabia wants peace, negotiations, and for the Israeli-Palestinian issue to be closed via a two-state solution," the Saudi source said. "But Netanyahu is not there."

Palestinian delegation seeks resolutions critical of Israel at UN General Assembly - report

Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, said the Palestinian delegation was seeking to use the current political situation to challenge Israel at the international body.

Trump says he met Putin envoy, sees Ukraine deal soon

Trump would not disclose what he discussed with Putin envoy Kirill Dmitriev but predicted a deal could emerge soon aimed at resolving the Russian war in Ukraine.

Holocaust survivor Eva Geller dies from wounds sustained in Bondi Beach mass shooting

Eva Geller, a Holocaust survivor from Hungary, had since been "in and out of hospital" as a result of her wounds sustained in the terror attack, public broadcaster ABC reported.

North Korea's army of world-class hackers is secret weapon that took down Binance

"There is no other country grooming hackers like this, systematically searching for the smartest children, solely to turn them into operatives," North Korean defector Kim Heung-kwang said.

Trump could woo North Korea after midterm setback, but Kim may not respond - analysis

US and South Korean officials see fading chances of a meeting this year, with Washington receiving no response from Pyongyang ahead of a regional summit in China this month where they might have met.

Trump administration coordinated with Iran on deportations for asylum seekers in middle of war – AP

One of the detainees attempted suicide once he learned he could be deported to Iran, according to the Iranian American Legal Defense Fund’s executive director Yasmine Chubin.

After America's midterms, the clock is ticking for Israel to bridge its political divides

NATIONAL AFFAIRS: As hostility grows on the American Left and Right, prolonged coalition negotiations and the prospect of another election carry a strategic cost.

Police demolish Beit Hanina compound used to house Palestinians without permits

The demolition followed an operation at the site around three weeks ago, during which police apprehended 155 Palestinians from the West Bank.

Israeli watchdog demands probe into possible ties between Trump's aid waiver, Netanyahu endorsement

It also called for an examination of who participated in the decision, whether the Defense Ministry and Finance Ministry were consulted, and what assessments informed the move.

Musical unity from Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood, Israeli artist Dudu Tassa at Jerusalem concert

While Boy George dominated headlines, Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood quietly returned to Israel for a sold-out Jerusalem concert that spoke louder than politics.

The alliance with America is changing, and Israel cannot afford to ignore it - opinion

The political calculations have changed, and Israel would be making a serious mistake to ignore them, which is why Tuesday’s results – and what VP JD Vance said after the loss – demand a reckoning.

After vague midterm remarks, VP Vance must clarify what's next for US-Israel ties - editorial

As JD Vance links Republican electoral losses to the Iran war and US-Israel relations, he must explain what he wants to change and why distancing Washington from Jerusalem would help.

Editor's Notes: Why JD Vance is beginning to sound more like Rahm Emanuel on Israel - comment

From JD Vance to Rahm Emanuel, American politicians are questioning the terms of US support for Israel. Jerusalem must prepare for a changing alliance, regardless of who holds power.

Coughing non-stop? It is quite possibly not a cold

Why do allergy and asthma symptoms worsen during transition seasons, how do you distinguish between them, and which treatment mistake could lead to an attack?

Democracy was top Jewish voter concern in midterms, not Israel or antisemitism - poll

The liberal Jewish Middle East policy group released its poll of national Jewish voters, which surveyed 800 people from October 28 to November 3.

Montreal Jewish-owned bakery devastated by suspected arson attack

Montreal police said there’s no evidence the incident was antisemitic, but assigned hate-crimes and arson investigators because of the bakery’s ties to the Jewish community.

UTJ willing to join coalition talks pending haredi draft solution, Liberman willing to compromise

Opposition also seeks to replace Knesset speaker amid fears of alleged Likud plot • Liberman said to open door for haredi parties to join gov't

Liberman willing to compromise on haredi IDF draft law, UTJ chairman welcomes 'flexibility'

"It is heartening to see the flexibility displayed by all political players regarding the issue of military conscription," UTJ chairman Yaakov Asher said in response to Liberman's announcement.

Golan claims Netanyahu is trying to stage coup, warns Israel's security is in danger

Netanyahu is "in a panic" and attempting to seize power by force, Golan claimed, warning of threats to Israeli security while expressing optimism over coalition negotiations.

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