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On this Spanish island, Purim was the biggest holiday for persecuted Jews
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
3/13/2019 12:23:15 AM
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Israel's third largest bank to pay $195 m. in U.S. tax case settlement
In a quarterly earnings report in August, the bank said it had set aside 425 million shekels ($117.75 million) during the quarter to cover a likely fine by US authorities.
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 12:41:04 PM
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Tel Aviv motorcyclist injured after slipping on road
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 1:06:11 AM
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Erdogan condemns Netanyahu for Jewish nation-state comment; PM hits back
By TAMAR URIEL-BEERI \
3/13/2019 7:18:00 AM
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Pompeo calls on oil industry to support U.S. foreign policy agenda
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:12:34 AM
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IDF soldiers shoot Hebron terrorist - video
A terrorist from Hebron, Yaser Fawzi Shwaiki, attempted a stabbing attack earlier this week. The terrorist was shot dead by soldiers as he attempted to flee into a Jewish family’s home.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 2:26:23 AM
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Chicago kosher deli employing special needs workers is closing
A kosher deli in Chicago that employs special needs workers and donates all of its profits to charity is closing.
By MARCY OSTER/JTA \
3/13/2019 7:54:09 AM
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White House budget plan contains $3.3 billion in military aid for Israel
The United States set funding for Israel at levels of $3.3 billion in foreign military financing and $500 million for cooperative programs for missile defense over each of the next 10 years.
By MARCY OSTER/JTA \
3/13/2019 7:44:52 AM
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Nazi posters hung at school whose students played swastika beer game
By MARCY OSTER/JTA \
3/13/2019 2:48:52 AM
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Sarah Sanders ducks questions on Trump’s ‘Democrats hate Jews’ comments
Sarah Sanders defended President Donald Trump’s positions on Democrats and the Jews, though she did not comment on his reported statement that Democrats “hate” Jews.
By BEN SALES/JTA \
3/13/2019 2:52:02 AM
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Anti-Israel graffiti spray-painted on Buenos Aires subway station
Anti-Israel graffiti was spray-painted on a Buenos Aires subway station located in a heavily Jewish neighborhood.
By JTA \
3/13/2019 2:58:42 AM
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Idealism tempered by pragmatism at Nefesh B'Nefesh mega event
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/13/2019 2:59:39 AM
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Former Vatican treasurer jailed for sexual abuse of choir boys
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 3:08:55 AM
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South American countries might shut airspace to Boeing involved in crash
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 3:24:26 AM
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Caroline Glick: Moshe Ya'alon is a fake, selling out to Gantz
“We have to reconsider a lot of the basic laws and see if they have to be amended,” Glick said in the interview.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 1:16:24 PM
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PA TV host tells student: Palestine will return to us - watch
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/14/2019 9:07:06 AM
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Former Trump adviser asks judge to delay sentencing
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 4:06:53 AM
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Hollywood actors, CEOs accused of paying bribes to scam college admissions
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 4:33:05 AM
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Beit El baker talks hamantashen ahead of Purim
This article was first published by The Heart of Israel and is republished with permission.
By COURTESY \
3/13/2019 4:33:16 AM
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Olmert: Netanyahu is turning into a spoiled egg that pollutes everything
The former prime minister said that Netanyahu is clinging to any chance for survival, "every straw that can save him."
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 1:19:39 PM
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Wisconsin representative defends Omar, Tlaib, AOC, says Right 'fears' them
"They're smart women of color, two of them happen to be Muslim," said Mark Pocan.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 12:16:00 PM
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IDF: Hezbollah head of Golan operations murdered U.S. troops in Iraq
The Hezbollah terrorist organization has begun an attempt to establish and entrench a covert force in the Syrian Golan Heights.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
3/13/2019 6:41:39 PM
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Christians for Israel Netherlands demonstrates against BDS
Around 150 Christian Friends of Israel in the Netherlands and Jewish leaders were protesting a controversial motion made by the GreenLeft party in support of BDS.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/13/2019 12:30:31 PM
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Iran warns of firm response if Israel acts against its oil sales
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 7:16:38 AM
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U.S. Muslim activist saddened by conflict over Women of the Wall
Soraya Deen was in Israel to take part in anniversary celebrations by Women of the Wall, but was caught up in altercation during their prayer service.
By TARA KAVALER/THE MEDIA LINE \
3/13/2019 8:13:06 AM
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Iran warns Israel of 'firm response' if it acts against oil
"The Iranian armed forces have certainly the capabilities to protect the country's shipping lines in the best way against any possible threat,” Defense Minister Amir Hatami said.
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 8:53:01 AM
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Jerusalem will not function if split in Trump's peace plan - Barkat
“I saw how Prime Minister Netanyahu balances in between being really aggressive with the bad people and trying to be good, as much as you can, with the good people,” Barkat said.
By YVETTE J. DEANE \
3/13/2019 1:55:28 PM
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Israeli, Dutch officials inaugurate Mitzpeh Ramon Water Project
The Project was dedicated to the King of Holland.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 8:57:22 AM
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Hundreds mourn family-rights activist Gil Ronen
In addition to Ronen's activism, he was also a talented artist and musician. His son noted he created many paintings and sketches and recorded many of his compositions.
By BEN BRESKY \
3/14/2019 5:55:04 PM
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Political incivility, racial hostility roil U.S. high schools in Trump era
Students on both sides of the political divide face bullying in current politically-charged environment.
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 9:30:52 AM
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UAE minister slams Netanyahu for 'repugnant' Jewish nation-state remarks
“The road to peace is further undermined by this shameful approach,” tweeted Anwar Gargash, the UAE minister of state for foreign affairs.
By HERB KEINON \
3/13/2019 8:42:46 PM
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Volunteers search Ethiopian Airlines crash site for Israeli victims
Given problems of identification at the charred disaster site, Ethiopian Airlines said it would take at least five days to start handing remains to families.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/13/2019 12:24:42 PM
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Rifle and pistol confiscated from Hebron house
The weapons seem to have been intended for criminal use.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 12:49:41 PM
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Iran says regional powers working on "suspicious nuclear projects"
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 10:01:28 AM
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New Blue and White ads highlight Likud corruption
"Once is an incident and twice is a coincidence but the third time is already a system," the ad says.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/13/2019 2:31:18 PM
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American mega Pastor Robert Jeffress honored by Friends of Zion Museum
Dr. Jeffress was in Israel with 400 congregants from the First Baptist Church, which is home to over 13,000 congregants, many of which visit the State of Israel yearly with him.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 10:27:20 AM
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Lebanon bans Boeing 737 MAX planes from its airspace
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 10:30:16 AM
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Attacking IDF soldiers 'philosophical' matter- Knesset candidate's lawyer
Lawyer for Ofer Kassif, Knesset candidate for Israel's communist party, says Kassif did not call for actual terror attacks against IDF soldiers.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/13/2019 11:58:55 AM
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Ambassador Friedman praises USAID-funded interfaith school Hand in Hand
The Twitter comments were mixed with overwhelming support for the encouraging interfaith activities with others upset at the halted funding for Palestinian programs.
By YVETTE J. DEANE \
3/13/2019 12:41:26 PM
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Why did Larry King don tefillin?
The veteran broadcaster sent a special message to a Chabad rabbi with ALS.
By AMY SPIRO \
3/13/2019 4:40:17 PM
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Genesis Prize board member resigns amid Robert Kraft prostitution scandal
Rivka Carmi cited frustration and disappointment in the organization's decision to move forward with awarding Kraft the Genesis Prize.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN,ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/13/2019 8:56:34 PM
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Gantz threatens to kill Hamas leaders, resume targeted killings
“They [New Right] do not even need to bring Kahanists to the Knesset because they themselves are like that.”
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/13/2019 6:15:05 PM
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Black boxes from Ethiopia plane crash could be sent to Europe - airline
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 12:09:43 PM
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Egypt bars Boeing 737 MAX jets from its airspace - statement
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 12:15:45 PM
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Border Police captures members of terrorist cell near Jerusalem - watch
The cell had organized attacks on the Kalandiya checkpoint.
By ZACK EVANS \
3/13/2019 12:45:57 PM
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Israel moves pristine corals after restricted beach reopens
Scientists found a magical undersea world of unspoiled corals and schools of fish.
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 12:25:11 PM
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Is the Boeing 737 MAX 8, from the Ethiopian Airlines crash, dangerous?
A number of U.S. airlines, such as American Airlines, have said they will not ground their planes.
By YVETTE J. DEANE \
3/13/2019 6:34:42 PM
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Netta Barzilai or a unicorn? Google predicts Purim trends
Search engine results indicate plenty of Fortnite-inspired costumes this year.
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By AMY SPIRO \
3/13/2019 8:38:40 PM
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Boeing Co should ground 737 MAX 8 jets -Ethiopian Airlines CEO
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 12:48:18 PM
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Madonna's Eurovision participation unclear after controversies
Meanwhile, Israeli media unofficially reported that Madonna filmed a political advertisement which would lead to controversy.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/16/2019 8:45:53 AM
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Trump or Obama, who would you vote for? - Newsmax poll
The seven question survey asks the participants who they would vote for if there was an election today, Obama or Trump.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 1:16:37 PM
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British body says has not been asked to take Ethiopia black boxes
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 1:12:25 PM
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French bank faces €1 billion lawsuit over antisemitism, smear campaign
Jacob Agam is originally from Israel. He served in the IDF and carried out diplomatic service on behalf of the State of Israel between 1974 and 1980.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 2:34:16 PM
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PM of Cape Verde tells Rivlin he wants nation to bolster ties with Israel
Rivlin: When Cape Verde eventually does open an embassy in Israel, it should be in Jerusalem.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
3/13/2019 2:47:37 PM
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Bill introduced to help families of teachers killed in school shootings
"It is alarming that there is currently no mechanism in place to assist the families of teachers with the long-term cost of having a loved one die prematurely," said US Rep. Alcee Hastings.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 2:01:23 PM
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Russia plans to launch Crimea power stations on March 18 - sources
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:06:40 PM
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State comptroller: Public transport in worsening, costly crisis
Today, traffic crowding on Israel's roads are the worst in the OECD, more than three times the Western average.
By EYTAN HALON \
3/13/2019 7:48:22 PM
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Iran’s ‘road to the sea’ exposed on Golan- analysis
Hezbollah’s role in Syria is part of larger network of Iranian-backed groups seeking to threaten Israel and to create a corridor of Iranian influence across Iraq and Syria.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/13/2019 5:16:48 PM
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Black boxes from Ethiopia crash to go to Europe for analysis - airline spokesman
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:16:41 PM
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Many people, including school children, feared trapped in Nigerian building collapse
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:17:16 PM
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UK PM May says she will vote against a 'no-deal' Brexit
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:18:21 PM
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High Court hears petition to disqualify two Israeli-Arab parties
Kassif’s lawyer: Comments about attacks on IDF soldiers ‘philosophical,’ not supporting terror.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/13/2019 8:47:28 PM
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In Ivory Coast, organic chocolate made with a bicycle
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:52:47 PM
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Seven children rescued from collapsed building in Nigeria's Lagos -residents
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 2:54:58 PM
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Israeli researchers develop tech that can distinguish different stimuli
The advancement was inspired by nature.
By YVETTE J. DEANE \
3/14/2019 2:46:21 AM
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U.S.-backed Syria forces say ISIS suicide bombers thwarted in last-stand
The enclave is the last shred of populated territory held by the jihadists who have been driven from roughly a third of both Iraq and Syria over the past four years.
By REUTERS \
3/14/2019 9:02:32 AM
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Israeli TV show to open Canneseries festival
HOT series 'Nehama' competing for prestigious award.
By AMY SPIRO \
3/13/2019 6:26:54 PM
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Eight dead, including five children, in school shooting in Brazil
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 3:51:37 PM
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Leifer's alleged victim calls on government to expedite extradition process
Leifer is standing trial for extradition on multiple counts of sexual abuse in Australia against sisters Dassi Erlich, Ellie Sapper and Nicole Meyer but has claimed to be mentally unfit.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/13/2019 11:41:39 PM
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Politicians respond to State Comptroller's report on public transportation
"During the Netanyahu's reign, millions of Israelis who use the public transportation 'enjoy' services apt for a Third World country," Avi Gabbay said.
By ALON EINHORN \
3/13/2019 4:40:50 PM
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Germany slated to allow Palestinian terrorist to speak in Berlin
Germany’s Interior Minister Horst Seehofer is prepared to allow convicted Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine terrorist Rasmea Odeh to speak at an event in Berlin.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/14/2019 3:36:16 PM
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Female judge in sex-for-judgeship scandal named as Eti Karif
High Court lifts gag order on judge, but not on other defendant.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
3/14/2019 12:24:02 AM
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J Street setting up free Israel trips in competition with Birthright
The first trip, which will last nine days, will take place this July and applications are opening on Thursday.
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/14/2019 2:42:49 AM
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Iraq's top Shi'ite cleric tells Rouhani ties must respect sovereignty
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 5:17:20 PM
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U.S. changes from "Israeli-occupied" Golan Heights to "Israeli-controlled"
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 5:36:40 PM
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Wakf says it will start renovating Golden Gate site
"Renovation could last weeks and months."
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/13/2019 6:03:57 PM
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State Dept. no longer using phrase 'occupied territories' for Golan, West Bank, Gaza
The US State Department changed its usual description of the Golan Heights from "Israeli-occupied" to "Israeli-controlled" in an annual global human rights report released on Wednesday.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/14/2019 12:00:20 AM
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Israel remaking two British reality shows
Social experiments "Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds" and "The Week the Women Went" are getting local adaptations.
By AMY SPIRO \
3/13/2019 9:43:56 PM
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U.S. judge gives Manafort 73 months
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 6:37:26 PM
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Syrian forces intensify attacks on last rebel bastion
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 6:46:07 PM
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Guitar virtuosos Ryley Walker and Michael Chapman team up with local hero Ehud Banai
During a week of performances in Israel in 2013, Chapman met Banai, one of Israel’s most inventive songwriters and performers.
By DAVID BRINN \
3/14/2019 1:10:31 PM
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Herzog, Jewish leaders condemn Regev torch decision
Regev’s office has defended her, stating that she had never said the inclusion of Diaspora Jews would be permanent.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/13/2019 7:17:37 PM
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EU anti-antisemitism czar: Migrants can unlearn anti-Jewish prejudices
Von Schnurbein: "steep increase in hate speech taken off social media platforms."
By HERB KEINON \
3/13/2019 9:03:18 PM
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Forestt makes some of Israel’s freshest, most original music
The band recently released its English-language debut album, Into The Woods.
By BARRY DAVIS \
3/13/2019 8:10:16 PM
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Turkey inaugurates ‘Top Archaeological Wonder’ in bid to draw tourists
Turkish president declares 2019 as ‘Year of Göbekli Tepe’ in honor of 12,000- year-old site, but many travelers remain wary of visiting the area near tge Syrian border.
By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE \
3/13/2019 8:20:35 PM
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Frankfurt’s mayor blasts Anne Frank NGO for comparing ISIS terrorists to Jews
The Frankfurt-based Anne Frank education center has faced waves of criticism on social media and in Israeli, American and British publications.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/14/2019 2:16:15 PM
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Shiri Maimon and Broadway cast of ‘Chicago’ dazzle Tel Aviv
“When I performed on Broadway, a lot of Israelis came and made me feel at home there, but here it is a different experience – it’s really home.”
By YAKIR FELDMAN \
3/13/2019 8:34:50 PM
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Trump says U.S. to ground Boeing 737 MAX 8s and MAX 9s
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 8:56:57 PM
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Hezbollah encroachment
According to the IDF, the network – called “The Golan Project” – is currently in its initial stages of establishment and recruitment, and is not yet operational.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/13/2019 9:14:18 PM
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Capability and daring in the IDF
To the extent possible, let ground forces operate across the border.
By GAL PERL FINKEL \
3/13/2019 9:27:00 PM
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Is Facebook joining Israel’s blockchain community a blessing or curse?
For us at home, it is no surprise that Facebook has chosen Israel as its location to develop its blockchain “team.”
By DANIEL LEON \
3/13/2019 9:32:08 PM
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When dialogue is futile
Line was crossed when visitor said rape, murder of Ori Ansbacher was a lie.
By ARDIE GELDMAN \
3/13/2019 9:37:42 PM
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New leaders on the American Left, same old antisemitism
Less than two months into Democratic Party control, we see a moral failure on the Left to condemn antisemitism unequivocally.
By TYLER DEATON \
3/13/2019 9:43:08 PM
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Do we love our daughters less than they do theirs?
This week, we mark International Aguna Day, traditionally held on Ta’anit Esther, the fast on Purim eve. (An aguna is a Jewish woman who is “chained” to her marriage.)
By KENNETH BRANDER \
3/13/2019 9:49:00 PM
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Media Comment: Is it the media’s fault?
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu often blames the media for treating him differently.
By YISRAEL MEDAD AND ELI POLLAK \
3/13/2019 9:56:02 PM
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Another Anti-Israel speech at UNC on heels of Sarsour speech?
Sarsour was invited to deliver the keynote address at UNC at Chapel Hill’s Minority Health Conference on February 22 but spoke about Israel rather than health.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 10:05:00 PM
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Encountering Peace: A nation like all other nations?
My friend and colleague Aryeh Green responded: “Here’s the thing. France is the nation-state of the French people, with full political civil and individual rights for all its citizens.”
By GERSHON BASKIN \
3/13/2019 10:04:46 PM
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United Way ranked as leading nonprofit
Represented in Israel by Matan – Investing in the Community.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 10:09:34 PM
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Tools for life, not just dance
March Hare Festival offers performances, discussion and community.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
3/13/2019 10:18:27 PM
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‘The Mother’ inspires compassion and irritation
‘THE MOTHER.’ By Florian Zeller. Translated by Roy Chen. Directed by Yevgeny Arye. Gesher Theater, March 10
By HELEN KAYE \
3/13/2019 10:24:10 PM
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U.S. to establish six American power plants in India
By REUTERS \
3/13/2019 10:32:37 PM
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Court orders eviction of three Jewish families from Hebron home
It’s the latest twist in a land battle that has stretched over 18 years and involved 14 years of multiple court cases.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
3/14/2019 12:51:26 AM
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Dogs to the rescue: United Hatzalah's psychotrauma K-9 unit expands
The psychotrauma K-9 unit currently includes three dogs which are brought by their handlers to various emergency situations, including fires, serious car accidents and incidents of violence
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/13/2019 11:35:54 PM