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I'm a pediatrician, and coronavirus has changed my life – opinion
By now the overwhelming majority of people in Hasidic communities understand the danger of the pandemic and the resulting need for isolation.
By DR. ALYSA FRENKEL-SCHICK/JTA \
3/22/2020 12:07:29 AM
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How the coronavirus is affecting a Jewish mother in Budapest
Hungary, which has about 100,000 Jews, mostly living in Budapest, had 73 confirmed cases of coronavirus and one death as of Friday.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
3/22/2020 12:19:49 AM
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Why mikvahs are open during the coronavirus outbreak – for now
A decision Thursday by the Village of Kiryas Joel, a Hasidic enclave an hour north of Manhattan, may hint at what’s to come.
By JOSEFIN DOLSTEN/JTA \
3/22/2020 12:31:30 AM
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IDF closes crossings between Israel and Palestinian territories
Crossings between Israel and the Palestinian territories will be closed as of Sunday, according to a notice posted on COGAT's Arabic language Facebook page.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF,JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 12:09:42 PM
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Trump to donate $1m. to empower 'marginalized' Arab, Ethiopian Israelis
Preference will be given to proposals that allow local organizations to take the lead.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
3/22/2020 1:42:19 PM
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Spain warns the "worst is yet to come" as coronavirus deaths surpass 1,300
The second-worst outbreak in Europe showed no sign of slowing as the death toll jumped by more than 300 from the previous day.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 1:21:35 AM
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MDA announces 3 new drive-through coronavirus testing locations
The locations include Jerusalem, Haifa and Beersheba.
By AARON REICH \
3/22/2020 1:50:39 AM
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Coronavirus spread in Gaza would be a 'catastrophe'
Hamas announces restrictions after first coronavirus cases detected in Gaza.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH,ANNA AHRONHEIM \
3/22/2020 9:02:06 PM
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China reports 46 new coronavirus cases, all but one imported
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 3:15:15 AM
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Coronavirus: Israeli hospitals to open daycares for children of staff
"The people of Israel owe a huge debt to the medical teams who work hard to ensure our well-being, and we are committed to helping to make their jobs easier," said Ophir Akunis.
By AARON REICH \
3/22/2020 4:26:54 AM
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Israel's first coronavirus case of unknown origin released from hospital
The patient is a Magen David Adom (MDA) ambulance driver and paramedic from Einav in the West Bank.
By AARON REICH \
3/22/2020 4:21:56 AM
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IDF to continue normal draft schedule with increased precautions
Some of the adjustments in light of the coronavirus, according to the spokesperson, includes the redistribution of young Israelis on the day of their draft to different recruitment centers in Israel.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 4:26:33 AM
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Netflix rolls out new service for remote group viewing amid coronavirus
The service is absolutely free, and the only requirements are a Netflix subscription and a Google Chrome browser.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 4:32:09 AM
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Philippines reports 73 new coronavirus cases, 6 more deaths
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 4:58:44 AM
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Who is leading the race to develop the coronavirus vaccine?
Though regulatory processes and bureaucratic barriers are likely to be expedited, including the acceleration of clinical trials in humans, the world will need to be patient.
By EYTAN HALON \
3/22/2020 9:55:58 PM
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Colombia health ministry confirms first coronavirus death
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 6:12:35 AM
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Israel named world's 14th happiest country in annual UN report
Top countries, the report states, are found to "support well-being, including income, healthy life expectancy, social support, freedom, trust and generosity."
By EYTAN HALON \
3/22/2020 4:12:26 PM
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UAE energy ministry activates remote work system for all services
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 6:56:57 AM
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Malaysia worshipers getting screened after coronavirus cases spike
Malaysia has also recorded eight deaths.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:09:03 AM
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Netflix cuts traffic across Europe to relieve coronavirus strain on ISPs
The streaming giant, which has already deployed a way to reduce its traffic on networks in Italy and Spain by a quarter, on Saturday said it would do the same for the rest of Europe in time.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:28:47 AM
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Japan advises citizens to defer non-urgent travel to US
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:40:36 AM
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Amazon to limit shipping to Israel due to coronavirus
As of Sunday morning, it appears that Amazon has blocked the option to ship items to Israel; some clients were informed their order is cancelled.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 12:21:26 PM
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Magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes north of Zagreb - GFZ
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 8:02:40 AM
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High Court: How can Knesset Speaker reject will of 61 MK majority?
Knesset committees to be formed today despite Netanyahu's threats.
By GIL HOFFMAN,YONAH JEREMY BOB,HAGAY HACOHEN \
3/22/2020 9:15:38 PM
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Deputy Minister of Finance enters coronavirus home quarantine
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 9:14:00 AM
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Tokyo 2020 organizers plan for potential Olympic delay - sources
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has staked his legacy as Japan's longest-serving premier on the Games and is hoping for a boom in tourism and consumer spending.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 8:49:08 AM
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Israeli doctor in Italy: No. of patients rises but we get to everyone
Dr. Gai Peleg told Israeli television that in northern Italy, patients over 60 tend to receive less treatment with anesthesia and artificial respiratory machines.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/29/2020 3:19:50 PM
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1,238 Israelis infected with coronavirus
As of Monday morning, 24 people are considered in serious condition - an increase of four people from press time on Sunday.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/23/2020 9:31:06 AM
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IDF reports 16 COVID-19 patients among ranks
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 9:26:55 AM
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Purell makers face class-action lawsuit for 'misleading' its customers
"These claims lack a scientific basis, rendering the affirmative misrepresentations misleading," the lawsuit read.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/22/2020 2:19:07 PM
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Afghanistan reports 10 new coronavirus cases
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 9:31:39 AM
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Turkish Airlines says 85% of its planes idle due to coronavirus outbreak
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 9:50:44 AM
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Reporter apologizes for hinting science, not God, will solve coronavirus
Channel 12 reporter Dana Weiss responded to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who said that people should pray to God to end the plague.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 10:41:12 AM
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Iran's Khamenei says US offer to help Iran fight coronavirus is strange
Despite heightened tensions between the longtime foes, Washington has offered humanitarian assistance to Iran while it struggles with the coronavirus outbreak.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 11:21:32 AM
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Indian railways cancels all passenger trains till March 31
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 10:07:52 AM
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Anti-Netanyahu protesters put black flags on key sites
The sites included the grave of Israel's first prime minister David Ben-Gurion, a memorial to assassinated prime minister Yitzhak Rabin and memorials for military battles.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/22/2020 7:25:16 PM
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Argentine president exempts the Tooth Fairy from coronavirus quarantine
The exemption was made in response to a question from a seven-year-old boy.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 3:58:08 PM
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CDC introduces online 'coronavirus self-checker' for American public
Depending on the severity of the case, Clara will voice recommendations from calling 911 immediately to staying at home indefinitely.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/22/2020 1:48:45 PM
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Czech Republic coronavirus cases rise to 1,047, no deaths
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 11:13:49 AM
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Romania confirms first coronavirus death
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 11:15:46 AM
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Indonesia confirms 64 new coronavirus cases, 10 new deaths
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 11:17:16 AM
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Attorney-General: Coronavirus is no reason for Knesset not to meet
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 11:35:10 AM
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Former Real Madrid president Lorenzo Sanz passes away
The former Real president was taken to hospital on Tuesday, with newspaper El Mundo saying he had been suffering from the novel coronavirus.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:21:31 PM
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Spider-Man voice actor Jake Johnson cheers up kids during coronavirus
The actor became known for his role as Peter Parker in the 2018 animated film Spider Man: Into the Spider Verse.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 1:15:00 PM
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Justice Minister extends limited courts activity to fight coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 12:35:18 PM
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Malaysia reports 123 new coronavirus cases, total at 1,306
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:35:42 PM
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Iran's death toll from the coronavirus reaches 1,685
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:36:55 PM
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Lockdowns not enough to defeat coronavirus - WHO
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:38:41 PM
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Explainer: Need to defer your mortgage payment?
Among the most notable measures announced by the central bank is the option for existing customers to defer mortgage payments for up to four months.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 1:02:20 PM
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Worldwide coronavirus deaths exceed 13,000
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:43:36 PM
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Oman bans public gatherings, shuts currency exchange stores
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 12:46:23 PM
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Two large airshows canceled due to coronavirus
Farnborough International Airshow and Royal Air Tattoo in England were set to take place in July.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
3/22/2020 6:17:43 PM
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Ambassadors in Israel, FM coordinate international efforts
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 1:00:58 PM
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Flights announced for Israelis still in Italy
The flights, operated by Israir, will leave from Rome and Milan on Monday evening.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 1:58:45 PM
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Spain's coronavirus deaths surpass 1,700, cases over 28,000
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 1:04:46 PM
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Coronavirus: United Hatzalah's Eli Beer intubated in Miami hospital
"I need you to keep davening and keep doing mitzvahs," Beer says in a video before being put under sedation.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/22/2020 5:46:07 PM
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Kosovo authorities reports first death from coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 1:23:24 PM
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Israelis under quarantine make Disney song parodies about coronavirus
The parodies range from political satire, memes, and joking about people who refuse to follow the Health Ministry guidelines
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 6:06:09 PM
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US company attempts to map coronavirus spread using smart thermometers
"We don't know that it's COVID-19, we just know that its anomalous levels of influenza-like illness. It could be a resurgence of flu," Dalziel said, according to CNET.
By ZACHARY KEYSER \
3/22/2020 2:48:57 PM
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Flights announced for Israelis still in Italy
Israir to bring home Israelis trapped in Croatia after earthquake.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 1:57:12 PM
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Palestinian PM orders those in West Bank to self-isolate for 14 days
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 2:05:00 PM
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Thousands of medical staff in isolation: Will coronavirus care suffer?
“We cannot continue working the same way."
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/22/2020 2:54:52 PM
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Lucy Aharish fired from Kan 11 after taking part in rally
Aharish is a veteran journalist and presenter who has appeared on many networks, including i24 and the now-defunct Channel 10.
By HANNAH BROWN \
3/22/2020 4:40:39 PM
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Pope calls for world prayer to stop coronavirus, will deliver blessing
On Saturday Italy recorded a jump in deaths from coronavirus of almost 800, taking the death toll in the country to nearly 5,000.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 2:32:21 PM
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Coronavirus: President's House security personnel enter isolation
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 2:42:24 PM
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Justice Minister halts collections due to coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 3:22:54 PM
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Iraq extends curfew in Baghdad to contain coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 2:48:04 PM
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Premature baby diagnosed as having coronavirus in Shaare Zedek
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 2:57:56 PM
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JNF-USA launches Zoom videos for seniors
Hal Linden will enter the virtual world on Tuesday, March 24, at 3:00 pm EDT to keep senior citizens company as he reminisces about his storied career.
By ALAN ROSENBAUM \
3/22/2020 3:18:57 PM
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Netanyahu to economic team: 'Submit a new plan within 48 hours'
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 3:38:03 PM
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Israelis evacuated from Ghana hours before borders close
Israeli students in Croatia to be evacuated early after earthquake; Flights announced for Israelis still in Italy.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 10:06:16 PM
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126 criminal cases for coronavirus quarantine violations in Israel so far
19 cases have been opened for violations relating to the spread of misinformation and 40 fines have so far been issued for either quarantine violations or refusal to disperse from gatherings.
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
3/22/2020 4:24:45 PM
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Eden Alene will represent Israel in the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest
The decision was met with praise by the CEO of Fidel, which works to help integrate Ethiopian immigrants into Israeli society on an educational and social level.
By AARON REICH \
3/23/2020 7:26:39 PM
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China scrambles to curb rise in imported coronavirus cases
China is trying to revive an economy that is widely expected to contract deeply in the current quarter, with life slowly returning to normal in cities such as Beijing and Shanghai.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 4:32:23 PM
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Public Security Ministry asks IDF for 16 battalions to enforce lockdown
Report comes as neighboring countries see troops on the street to impose government mandated lockdowns in the fight against COVID-19
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
3/22/2020 10:11:19 PM
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The week in readers' pictures (March 20)
Jerusalem Post readers send us their snaps and shots from the week.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 4:40:24 PM
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Due to coronavirus, Blue and White vows distance voting
If a permanent solution is found for distance voting, it could also solve the problem that MKs are not given maternity or paternity leave.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/22/2020 4:58:08 PM
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US airlines to get $50 billion coronavirus loan package
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 4:58:55 PM
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Iran's regime deceived public about lack of coronavirus kits – report
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani failed to act against virus
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/22/2020 5:20:27 PM
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Health Ministry cancels nurse licensing exams due to coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 5:27:05 PM
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Canada coronavirus death toll jumps almost 50% to 19 in less than a day
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 5:36:33 PM
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30 Israeli Navy soldiers evacuated from Germany on IAF plane
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 5:55:06 PM
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Some broken political promises are warranted in the coronavirus crisis
Gantz’s only viable options these days are to break promises he made to his voters. And no matter what he chooses, he could alienate a large swath of them and tear apart his faction.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 10:16:42 PM
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Wonder Woman 1984 will open theatrically, but it's not clear when
In light of all the delays, it seems wildly optimistic to think that Wonder Woman 1984 will stick to its June date.
By HANNAH BROWN \
11/18/2020 10:50:30 AM
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Algeria coronavirus cases rises by 62 to 201
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 6:12:02 PM
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2-month-old premature baby tests positive for coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 6:20:19 PM
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Mozambique confirms first coronavirus case
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 6:24:24 PM
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At the time of coronavirus, Jerusalem comes to pilgrims in VR
A new Stereo 360 VR documentary called “The Holy City” launched by The Tower of David Museum brings visitors inside the city’s holiest sites ahead of the holidays of Passover, Easter and Ramadan.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/23/2020 7:24:08 AM
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African churches swap holy water for hand sanitiser
Part of Africa's battle to stop the virus from taking hold could be fought in its churches.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 6:50:46 PM
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Classic antisemitic allegations arise over coronavirus, says gov't report
Anti-Israel and far-right, white supremacist groups all involved in inciting antisemitic hatred around coronavirus
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/25/2020 4:30:13 PM
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Litzman: Health Ministry considering postponing daylight savings
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 7:28:29 PM
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Italy coronavirus deaths rise by 651 in a day, total death toll at 5,476
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:31:32 PM
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Germany bans meetings of more than two people in public
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:33:16 PM
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Brazil's Bolsonaro plays down coronavirus risk as cases top 1,000
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 7:35:52 PM
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Is Benjamin Netanyahu telling the whole truth about coronavirus in Israel?
In his near-nightly briefings, is the prime minister telling the public the whole story? Here’s what you need to know:
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
3/23/2020 12:29:35 PM
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Right-wing bloc says Edelstein ousting is a 'red line' for unity gov't
The pledge claimed that Yair Lapid's true intent in wanting a new speaker was "to thwart the unity government and to pass on Iran-style anti-democratic laws."
By IDAN ZONSHINE \
3/22/2020 10:15:54 PM
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Netanyahu, Health Ministry, Finance Ministry answer questions live
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is answering questions live on Facebook, accompanied by Intellignece head, Health Ministry Director General and Finance Ministry Director General.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 7:42:16 PM
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Extremist haredi men stone police on coronavirus enforcement patrols
‘Majority of businesses in the neighborhood were observing social-distancing orders,’ police note following patrols
By JEREMY SHARON \
3/22/2020 10:00:33 PM
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Coronavirus won’t turn the Middle East all warm and fuzzy – analysis
Regardless of whether or not there is a pandemic, Israel still has extremely significant defense and strategic challenges.
By HERB KEINON \
3/22/2020 7:52:13 PM
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Angela Merkel in quarantine - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 7:58:02 PM
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Temple Mount will be closed for Muslim, Jewish worshippers
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 7:58:29 PM
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Nurse of Israel's first coronavirus fatality: 'My heart is broken'
She emphasized it is important for the public to know that there is no lack of hospital beds.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
3/23/2020 4:14:26 PM
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Prayer at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound suspended due to coronavirus
This is the first time that the Wafk Department calls on Muslims not to arrive at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/22/2020 9:24:47 PM
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Rand Paul becomes first US senator to test positive for coronavirus
The arrival of the coronavirus in the US Senate threatens to complicate lawmakers' efforts to pass the spending bill aimed at shoring up the nation's economy.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 10:12:23 PM
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Coronavirus: A threat to national security – opinion
Just as some diabetics cheat and eat candy, there will be people who test the boundaries of social distancing and try to expand the lines of where they should and should not go.
By IRWIN J. (YITZCHAK) MANSDORF \
3/22/2020 8:32:42 PM
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Not just Lapid: Obstacles abound in unity talks failure
Netanyahu blames Lapid but his own bad reputation isn't helping a unity deal be reached
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/22/2020 10:22:28 PM
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A homecoming for Israelis due to coronavirus
It is believed that thousands of Israelis are still stuck in South America.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
3/23/2020 9:08:09 AM
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Coronavirus has a spiritual effect
Side by side with the awesome power of the human spirit is the existential vulnerability of the human condition.
By WARREN GOLDSTEIN \
3/23/2020 11:25:57 AM
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Coronavirus trumps Trump peace plan at EU foreign policy meeting
The EU initially reacted to the Trump plan right after its release in January, calling for a two-state solution based on past UN resolutions.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
3/22/2020 9:50:29 PM
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Coronavirus: Free Foreign Ministry from quarantine
The isolation imposed on the Foreign Ministry by the outgoing government resulted in its gradual decline.
By NIMROD GOREN \
3/23/2020 12:04:55 PM
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Israel passes 1,000 coronavirus patients: 1,071
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 9:04:31 PM
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Danon tells 'Post' how coronavirus affects Israeli diplomacy at the UN
“Naturally, when the UN activity is on hold, the anti-Israel activity is on-hold as well.”
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
3/23/2020 4:53:21 PM
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New app tells you when you've come in contact with a coronavirus patient
The Health Ministry's new app is called "The Shield" ("HaMagen"), and it allows people to identify whether they have come in contact with a known coronavirus carrier and what they should do.
By MAAYAN HARONI/MAARIV \
3/22/2020 9:32:06 PM
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Coronavirus: Israeli consulates in US rush to help Israelis return home
“We want Israelis not to wait and return home now.”
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
3/23/2020 5:33:02 PM
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WHO expert: More measures needed to avoid resurgence of coronavirus
"Once we’ve suppressed the transmission, we have to go after the virus. We have to take the fight to the virus."
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 9:26:36 PM
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Syria confirms first coronavirus case
Damascus announced a ban on public transport on Sunday as it stepped up a lockdown introduced in recent days.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 10:42:52 PM
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Czech Republic has first coronavirus death, 95-year-old man
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 9:40:59 PM
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High ranking Egyptian General dies of coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 9:48:58 PM
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Three more IDF soldiers test positive for coronavirus
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 10:07:38 PM
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Concerns over water shortages jump in Jordan amid coronavirus lockdown
Climate change, water theft and groundwater used twice as quickly as it's replenished, make water security challenging in Jordan.
By REUTERS \
3/22/2020 10:16:43 PM
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Palestinian killed by IDF fire after throwing stones
Coronavirus crisis sees drop in attacks and unprecedented cooperation between IDF and Palestinian Authority forces.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM,TZVI JOFFRE \
3/23/2020 8:10:37 PM
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Harvey Weinstein tests positive for coronavirus - report
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 11:45:29 PM
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David Ehrlich, author and owner of Tmol Shilshom, passed away
Ehrlich is survived by his partner and their children, 12-year-old twins, as well as his sister and parents.
By HANNAH BROWN \
3/24/2020 7:18:16 AM