Article Archive - 23 January 2025

Trump redesignates Houthis as terror group, undoing Biden's previous reversal

After one month in office, Biden reversed the Houthis designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization, the White House said.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 12:54:51 AM

US top diplomat Rubio discusses Iran, Gaza hostages with Israeli PM Netanyahu

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 1:02:26 AM

Trump administration readying order to stop virus research, WSJ reports

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 1:58:09 AM

Trump nominates Andrew Puzder as US ambassador to the EU

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 2:21:17 AM

Can a hostage mother drive on Shabbat to reunite with freed daughter?

A mother asked if she could break Shabbat to meet her daughter being released from Hamas captivity. Rabbi Zilberstein offered his response.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 2:46:25 AM

Magnitude 5.9 offshore quake strikes central Philippines

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 2:28:19 AM

Trump taps Sean Curran as next Secret Service director

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 2:29:11 AM

Saudi crown prince seeks $600 bln investment push with US

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 2:32:03 AM

Sano partners with Gaza bordering kibbutz for pioneering solar project

Despite war challenges, the 1.5M shekel project will cut greenhouse gas emissions by 68% using locally-manufactured solar technology.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 5:30:55 AM

New wildfire near Los Angeles explodes to 8,000 acres, forces evacuations

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 4:09:04 AM

Starmer vows to fight 'poison of antisemitism' ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day

Starmer and his wife, Victoria Starmer, attended a reception on Downing Street to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

By KESHET NEEV \

1/23/2025 5:26:24 AM

Magnitude 5.7 earthquake hits Mindanao, Philippines, GFZ says

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 5:58:45 AM

This week in Jewish history: Liberation of Auschwitz, Yahrzeit of the 'Alter Rebbe'

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.

By Steven Drucker \

1/24/2025 10:47:32 AM

Voices from the Arab press: Trump’s opportunity to determine the Middle East’s future

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

By THE MEDIA LINE \

1/25/2025 3:02:33 AM

Bloomberg philanthropy to cover US climate dues after Paris withdrawal

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 7:10:32 AM

Dichter to 'Post': Ministers opposing hostage deal don't understand the situation - interview

The Agriculture and Food Security Minister served in the elite General Staff Reconnaissance Unit, whose expertise is also hostage release operations.

By ELIAV BREUER \

1/24/2025 1:02:51 PM

'We have to remember who we are,' Moshe Feiglin tells 'Post' - interview

Moshe Feiglin renews Zehut, his Identity Party, to rebuild the country.

By JUDITH SEGALOFF \

1/26/2025 7:04:47 PM

Technion honors 'Hebrew Language Day' by remembering 'The War of the Languages'

Following the revival of Hebrew, there was a struggle to implement the language into universities, leading to "The War of the Languages."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 8:16:44 AM

A glorious voice: Marking 50 years since tenor Richard Tucker's death

Richard Tucker, who was born in Brooklyn, New York, is still acclaimed and revered as one of the greatest operatic tenors of the 20th century.

By DAVID OLIVESTONE \

1/24/2025 11:57:48 PM

IDF kills 13 terrorists in Jenin, including perpetrators of deadly Kedumim attack

The terrorists carried out the shooting attack earlier in January at a passing bus and vehicles, which killed three people.

By YONAH JEREMY BOB AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 7:53:50 AM

PA arrests Al Jazeera reporter in Jenin - report

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 8:00:50 AM

Behind the textiles at Hadassah’s Chagall-adorned synagogue - opinion

Aviva Green was tasked 45 years ago to create the parochet that complements Marc Chagall’s stained-glass windows in the synagogue at Hadassah-University Medical Center in Jerusalem.

By BARBARA SOFER \

1/25/2025 8:23:41 PM

Thai cabinet approves draft bill to legalize casinos as part of entertainment complexes

Global companies operating in Macau and Las Vegas are eager to invest in complexes in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, and Pattaya, reports the Bangkok Post.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 8:13:24 AM

Life on the other side: The Israelis moving to Portugal in search of peace of mind

A growing number of Israelis are moving to Portugal for the inexpensive property and peace of mind.

By BARRY DAVIS \

1/26/2025 10:19:51 PM

Japan welcomes record 36.87 million foreign tourists in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels

Tourist spending reaches unprecedented 8.14 trillion yen amid concerns over overtourism and infrastructure strain.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 9:25:00 AM

Paralyzed man, 69, flies virtual drone with thoughts in brain-computer study

Participant says controlling the virtual drone felt like playing a musical instrument, evoking activity and socialization.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 10:30:00 AM

In the kitchen with Henny: Winner dinners

I'm sharing some of my favorite one-pan recipes that can help you make stress-free, delicious meals any day of the week.

By HENNY SHOR \

1/25/2025 1:13:41 PM

Can wind exceed sound? Scientists observe 33,000 km/h winds on a planet

To put the wind speeds into perspective, the fastest winds ever observed in our solar system are on Neptune, at a speed of 1,800 kilometers per hour.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 11:40:00 AM

Francia asegura que rehenes en Gaza recibieron suministros médicos enviados el año pasado

Francia ha confirmado que los rehenes en Gaza recibieron suministros médicos enviados el año pasado. Descubre los detalles de esta información crucial y cómo impacta la situación actual.

By ANNA BARSKY \

1/23/2025 8:32:32 AM

Study of 2 million patients maps benefits and risks of new weight-loss drugs

GLP-1 medications associated with lower risks of Alzheimer's and heart disease, but higher risks of pancreatitis and kidney problems.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 12:35:00 PM

Yoni Bloch's fantasy peace video gives the faintest glimmer of hope - opinion

Much of what is shown in the video is artificially generated, envisioning the emotional response in Israel - and in Bloch’s rendering, worldwide - to the release of the hostages.

By BRIAN BLUM \

1/25/2025 2:01:14 AM

Empleado de la CIA admite filtración de planes israelíes contra Irán y se declara culpable

Un exagente de la CIA se declara culpable por filtrar documentos clasificados sobre los planes de Israel de atacar Irán. Conoce todos los detalles sobre esta filtración de alto impacto.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 8:37:29 AM

Ryanair calls for two-drink alcohol limit at European airports after costly flight diversion

Airline seeks €15,350 compensation from disruptive passenger whose behavior forced unscheduled landing.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 1:15:00 PM

Khamenei, líder supremo de Irán, declara la victoria de Hamás sobre Israel en Gaza

El líder supremo iraní, Ali Khamenei, afirma que Hamás ganó en Gaza en su enfrentamiento contra Israel. Descubre sus declaraciones y su impacto en el conflicto regional.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 8:43:33 AM

South Sudan suspends social media platforms over videos of Sudan killings

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 8:46:03 AM

US government drops lawsuit against RMS Titanic after company cancels future Titanic expeditions

RMS Titanic has completed eight expeditions, recovering thousands of items, including passenger belongings, cutlery, and part of the hull.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 3:00:00 PM

The long term dangers of the hostage deal - opinion

We have always believed in the “long game,” the necessity to prepare for the future even at the cost of the present.

By STEWART WEISS \

1/25/2025 8:44:47 AM

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the killing of a Chinese national in Afghanistan

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 8:50:04 AM

Tiny Roman-era golden padlock set to go on display

Measuring only 11 by 12 millimeters, the padlock's intricate details are hardly recognizable to the naked eye.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 3:35:00 PM

2200-year-old mosaic and 1800-year-old tomb unearthed in Assos

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,200-year-old mosaic and an 1,800-year-old monumental tomb in the ancient city of Assos, in Turkey.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 4:20:00 PM

Police suspect crime after 2,000-year-old statue found by Thessaloniki garbage bins

The Greek police's Organized Crime Unit opened a preliminary investigation into how the statue came to be dumped.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 5:50:00 PM

Inhalation of xenon gas shows promise as a neuroprotective treatment for Alzheimer's Disease

Xenon gas, currently used in medicine as an anesthetic and neuroprotective agent for treating brain injuries, showed potential in protecting the brain in studies.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 6:30:00 PM

Israel Police to investigate terrorist display planted in pickup truck

Israel Police from the Kfar Saba station detained three suspects - residents of Kfar Saba, Tel Aviv, and a settlement in the West Bank - on suspicion of improper conduct in a public space.

By Hodaya Ran \

1/23/2025 9:13:40 AM

The hostage deal: Understanding Israel’s conflicting emotions - opinion

The conflicting emotions Israelis are feeling about the hostage deal range from fear and sorrow and anger to joy and happiness.

By DR. MIKE GROPPER \

1/25/2025 8:42:48 AM

‘cutest, spiniest, and smallest’: The adorable baby crab taking the internet by storm

Scientists believe the small crab boarded the research vessel from a plastic bag lifted from the seabed during the coral sampling expedition.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 7:55:00 PM

2025 in a new light: Trends to illuminate your home with style

The world of luxury lighting will continue this year to combine innovative designs with advanced technologies, emphasizing sustainability, functionality, and aesthetics. So, what awaits us in 2025?

By WALLA! HOME AND DESIGN \

1/28/2025 2:40:00 PM

Mice injected with snake venom toxin saved by AI-designed synthetic proteins

"This is probably the coolest experimental result I've had in my career so far," said biochemist Susana Vázquez Torres.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 8:45:00 PM

America's peaceful transition of power is a model for Israel's fractured democracy - opinion

Trump is eager to start the work he has fought to do for so long; he wants to bring the United States of America back to glory.

By HADASSAH CHEN \

1/26/2025 12:40:22 AM

Bank Yahav leads with lowest fees for account services, Bank of Israel report reveals

Bank Yahav charges the lowest fees for transactional services, while Mizrahi-Tefahot charges the highest.

By YEHUDA SHARONI \

1/23/2025 9:25:17 AM

"How did spiky-tailed dinosaurs mate?" poses a weighty problem

"There's probably no non-awkward way for those non-avian dinosaurs to mate."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 9:20:00 PM

Rare gold-plated pre-Viking helmet fragment discovered in Scandinavia

Archaeology director says the piece comes "from what must have been one of Scandinavia's most magnificent helmets."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 11:00:00 PM

Top 10 reasons to leave the house: January 24-31

Fun events to take part in throughout Israel in the coming week.

By NERIA BARR \

1/24/2025 4:59:25 PM

Jericho, Cholula, Luoyang, Plovdiv: Explore the world's oldest cities

Argos, one of Greece's oldest continuously inhabited cities, is located on the Peloponnese peninsula. Varanasi, on the sacred Ganges River, is one of the oldest cities in the world.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 11:05:00 PM

Nearly complete fossil of 9-million-year-old great white shark relative found in Peru

The Pisco Basin is a hot, desert area famed for frequent discoveries of ancient marine species and was an extensive sea in ancient times, making it a reservoir of marine fossils.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/24/2025 12:25:00 AM

Traveling Merovingian mint masters heritage: 1,300-year-old gold coin discovered near Belkau

"Mint masters traveled from place to place, not always in large cities, but also in villages".

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/24/2025 1:50:00 AM

Ancient wave ripples in Mars indicate the presence of an ancient lake with up to 2 meters of water

"The shape of the ripples unequivocally indicates the presence of water in lakes that was subjected to wind influence".

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/24/2025 2:20:00 AM

Trump admin's first steps in Mideast: Saudi ties, sanctioning Houthis - analysis

The US doubles down on Middle East strategy: Trump designates Houthis as terrorists while increasing communication with Saudi Arabia.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 9:50:15 AM

AllSaints enters the fragrance world: Launches a luxury collection in Israel

Also - Kérastase celebrates 60 years with a relaunch of its iconic hair oil in eco-friendly packaging, and Lipton unveils a new pyramid tea bag series.

By Shoval Azur \

1/28/2025 6:25:00 PM

Archaeologists discover 5,400-year-old neolithic stone house in Provence

The village at Cavalaire-sur-Mer represents the second example of an open-air Cardial settlement ever discovered in France.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/24/2025 3:25:00 AM

Police investigate murder in Acre

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 9:58:11 AM

Police arrest 17-year-old for vandalising MK Goldknopf's home

By EFRAT FORSHER \

1/23/2025 10:02:45 AM

Terrorists threw molotov cocktail on Lev HaShomron Highway Wednesday evening

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 10:05:15 AM

Dolphin Yam, former seafood dining icon, goes kosher - review

Owners Yonatan Cohen and Eyal Dolev say the decision to become kosher was purely personal.

By LINDA GRADSTEIN \

1/26/2025 6:06:16 PM

Hamas is making big comeback in Gaza during ceasefire, expert warns

Senior researcher at the Dayan Center at Tel Aviv University explains the developments in the Gaza Strip in context of the hostage deal and the ceasefire.

By Walla! \

1/23/2025 10:15:32 AM

The new deals and home items

Discover Cook and Bake's Roso Combo collection – mix-and-match pots and pans at 60% off until January 31.

By WALLA! HOME AND DESIGN \

1/29/2025 6:15:00 AM

Queen Lu: The fusion restaurant offering Thai, Japanese menus - review

Queen Lu, a fusion restaurant with separate Japanese and Thai menus.

By GLORIA DEUTSCH \

1/26/2025 10:03:37 AM

Wolt launches an innovative subscription program and upgraded app

Wolt+, Wolt's monthly subscription, brings a significant upgrade to the way we order through the app. The new addition offers a user experience unlike anything we've known before.

By In collaboration with Wolt \

1/30/2025 4:20:00 PM

Israel police arrests east Jerusalem resident for contacting Hezbollah

Further details in the indictment state that during a visit to Jenin, the suspect was in illegal possession of an M-16 assault rifle and a handgun.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 10:42:32 AM

'The Holy and the Broken': A powerful case for Israeli-Palestinian coexistence - review

Written in an engaging style, a balance of informative and conversational, The Holy and the Broken leaves the reader with much food for thought.

By HANNAH ROZENBLAT \

1/24/2025 1:02:19 AM

Careers that make an impact: Disaster management in a dynamic world

By Isaac Kaplan \

1/26/2025 11:26:25 AM

Daily horoscope for Thursday: Taurus - A sensitive day in relationships

Emotional intensification and strengthening are possible. Alongside, it’s important to maintain space, release pent-up emotions, and connect deeply with your feelings.

By Sigal Eliyahu / Maariv Online \

1/23/2025 10:50:41 AM

'Matchmaker Matchmaker': Relationship wisdom to find a love that lasts - review

Azeela Ben Shalom uses 11 client stories to share tips and dating advice.

By Rivkah Lambert Adler \

1/25/2025 5:55:36 PM

Hostage deal: A time to stand and believe together - opinion

This is a time to bow in deference, celebrate together, weep together, stand together, and believe together. Don’t fall into politics, and don’t fall into disunity. 

By MOSHE TARAGIN \

1/25/2025 8:40:29 AM

Hamas commander back from the dead and Israel's Gaza problem - analysis

Reappearing Hamas commander Hussein Fiad claims Gaza 'victory' after IDF thought he was killed.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 11:07:20 AM

Parashat Va'era: Pharaoh’s sin of hubris

The blessing that led Pharaoh to the sin of arrogance is the very thing that will turn into a curse.

By RABBI SHMUEL RABINOWITZ \

1/24/2025 12:11:14 PM

What does Jewish law say about administering pain medications toward end of life?

Even if pain medications would incur a risk of hastening death, Jewish law permits – and even mandates – administering the therapies necessary to address the pain.

By SHLOMO M. BRODY \

1/24/2025 9:05:58 AM

Mina Erental: Breaking boundaries and developing artistic creations

Erental dreams of a better Israel, a more caring and less corrupt government, and greater tolerance.

By ABIGAIL KLEIN LEICHMAN \

1/26/2025 3:51:48 PM

Brand news: Roses for the face, olives for the body, and black perfume

Black perfume, fashion as home, upgraded pop-up lipsticks, dry skin treatment, volumizing lip gloss, olive oil for the body, face accessories, new branding for wine, and fine sesame tahini.

By RONIT MATHIAS \

1/28/2025 8:50:00 PM

Samsung unveils the Galaxy S25 Ultra - How much will you pay for it?

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is Samsung's new flagship with upgraded AI capabilities, making it a personal assistant. It also allows for easier removal of people from your background in photos.

By TZAHI HOFFMAN \

1/27/2025 5:50:00 AM

External renovation and modern design elements: Hazahav Mall is transforming

Hazahav Mall in Rishon Lezion is embarking on a major renovation project to update its facades and develop its surroundings, with an investment of approximately NIS 15 million.

By WALLA! HOME AND DESIGN \

1/29/2025 7:10:00 AM

Frustrated with your tumble dryer? This trick will change your life

Frustrated with your tumble dryer? Trying to maximize its performance? We have one winning tip that will change everything and help make drying easier and better.

By MAARIV ONLINE - NEWS AGENCY \

1/28/2025 5:50:00 AM

Samsung unveils a mysterious smartphone that sparks curiosity

At the Galaxy S25 series launch event, Samsung surprised journalists with a teaser for a new and mysterious device that was showcased in a closed display immediately after the event.

By Yinon Ben Shushan \

1/30/2025 11:15:00 PM

'When you're in Gaza, you lose hope,' Former hostage Qaid Farhan Alkadi says

Akadi joined the rest of the country earlier this week in watching the first release of hostages as part of the initial stage of the hostage deal.

By YANIR YAGNA \

1/23/2025 2:12:31 PM

Tamnoon chain opens its largest branch in Israel with a NIS 3M investment

The new branch, which will open at Hof Hacarmel Mall, is part of the chain's expansion strategy and will attract hundreds of thousands of customers in the northern region.

By RONIT MATHIAS \

1/29/2025 5:30:00 AM

Behind the gate leading nowhere: The 'Alliance' as a monument to Napoleonic genius

The gate that goes nowhere is somehow a monument to the Napoleonic genius of the man who enabled the emancipation of the Jews.

By MARION FISCHEL \

1/25/2025 1:08:58 PM

'Encore!' Jerusalem’s English-language theater company has a change of guard

Since the inception of Encore! Educational Theatre Company, Robert Binder has been behind its manifold productions.

By BARRY DAVIS \

1/26/2025 8:07:37 AM

German opposition leader calls for migration crackdown after deadly knife attack

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 12:55:02 PM

Nachman Shai: The man who seems to have done it all finds a fresh challenge - interview

At the Table: Shai, dean of Hebrew Union College, has worked in journalism, and in military, management, diplomatic, political, and educational positions over the years.

By GREER FAY CASHMAN AND ERICA SCHACHNE \

1/26/2025 11:03:43 AM

Grapevine: Choose patriotism, not profits

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

By GREER FAY CASHMAN \

1/24/2025 10:30:21 PM

"Singing heals our souls": Dubi Weissenstern and Avaraham Tal's mission of hope

ZAKA CEO and singer Avraham Tal discusses how music and song provide resilience and heal the pain of what they have seen in the war.

By ALAN ROSENBAUM \

1/23/2025 1:22:04 PM

China envía a Irán más de 1.000 toneladas de químicos para misiles

Un cargamento de más de 1.000 toneladas de químicos para la fabricación de combustible de misiles sale de China hacia Irán. Descubre cómo esto podría influir en la seguridad regional y mundial.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/28/2025 7:34:00 PM

240 Hungarian schools evacuate over bomb threat, including Jewish school

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced heightened security measures and ongoing investigations following the series of bomb threats that disrupted schools across Hungary.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 1:21:58 PM

Jerusalem highlights: January 24 – January 30

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

By HAGAY HACOHEN \

1/24/2025 4:59:12 PM

Los hutíes liberan a la tripulación de un barco que secuestraron en 2023

Tras el alto el fuego entre Hamás e Israel, los hutíes liberaron a la tripulación del Galaxy Leader, un barco secuestrado en 2023. Este gesto podría marcar un cambio en el equilibrio de la región.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 1:27:08 PM

Taking the Masa journey

Meet inspiring Masa alumni who are leading change in today’s world.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 10:45:03 PM

Cisjordania está 'inundada de armas iraníes', dice ex oficial del Shin Bet

Un exmiembro del Shin Bet alerta sobre la proliferación de armas iraníes en Cisjordania, advirtiendo un riesgo creciente para la seguridad en la región.

By Walla! \

1/23/2025 1:37:57 PM

'The Amazing Eleven': Tracing relationships through generations - review

The author, Nancy Klein enhances her unique family story with vivid character sketches and well-remembered family incidents.

By NEVILLE TELLER \

1/23/2025 1:49:36 PM

ICC Assembly backs court in face of US sanctions over Israeli arrest warrants

"Sanctions can severely hamper ongoing investigations in all situations and other activities of the Court and affect the safety of victims, witnesses and sanctioned individuals," said the Assembly.

By YONAH JEREMY BOB \

1/23/2025 2:18:43 PM

Khamenei’s illusion: Victory, propaganda and Iran’s ‘reality’ - comment

If nearly 70% of your buildings are destroyed by the enemy, what kind of a victory is that?

By ALEX WINSTON \

1/23/2025 1:57:39 PM

Second man arrested in attempted Sydney synagogue arson

The New South Wales Jewish Board of Deputies welcomed the second arrest, saying on Facebook that it was "imperative that every perpetrator of these attacks has the book thrown at them."

By MICHAEL STARR \

1/23/2025 2:25:04 PM

Netanyahu weighs in on inaugural blunder: 'Musk being falsely smeared'

"Elon is a great friend of Israel," Netanyahu wrote, adding that Musk had visited Israel following the October 7 massacre.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 2:37:18 PM

Gantz: 'Parliamentary solutions' exist to prop up gov't until end of hostage deal

Gantz did not detail what he was alluding to, and his spokesperson did not respond to a query on the matter.

By ELIAV BREUER \

1/23/2025 2:51:13 PM

NGO calls on High Court to cut funding for alternative yeshivas, citing IDF draft evasion

The ultra-Orthodox IDF draft has come to a head as the Israel-Hamas war has seen reservists completing hundreds of days of duty. IDF says it needs more manpower to deal with the new security reality.

By EVE YOUNG \

1/23/2025 3:11:36 PM

Rabino jefe de Roma critica al Papa Francisco por sus comentarios sobre Israel

El rabino jefe de Roma cuestionó los comentarios del Papa Francisco sobre Israel, generando un debate sobre las posturas del Vaticano frente al conflicto en Medio Oriente.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 3:15:58 PM

Jordan's FM to Davos: We cannot afford another war in the West Bank

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 3:18:28 PM

A brief history of online Arabic casinos

By David Rabinowicz \

1/29/2025 8:25:00 AM

Líder de Hamás vuelve de entre los muertos y proclama victoria tras error de las FDI en Gaza

Un comandante de Hamás reaparece, atribuyendo su "victoria" a un fallo táctico de las FDI en Gaza ya que pensaron que había sido asesinado. ¿Cómo afectará esto a la región y las tensiones en curso?

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 3:22:50 PM

Abu Obeida's theological points show glimpse into Hamas's way of thinking - analysis

A look at the Quranic verses chosen by Al-Qassam’s spokesperson in his speech this week allows a glimpse into Hamas’s religiously motivated modus operandi.

By OHAD MERLIN \

1/23/2025 3:22:44 PM

How to Watch the NFL Playoffs in Israel: TV Channels & Streaming Options

By Samuel Greenberg \

1/28/2025 12:16:39 PM

Hamás gana fuerza en Gaza durante el alto el fuego, advierte un experto

Un analista alerta sobre el resurgimiento de Hamás en Gaza durante el cese al fuego. ¿Qué implica esto para la seguridad de la región?

By Walla! \

1/23/2025 3:33:47 PM

Nobel or jail: Netanyahu’s crossroads in a world of short-term plans - opinion

Sticking to his short-term strategy, Netanyahu keeps all options open, knowing that in the Middle East, anything can derail even the best-laid plans. As the stages unfold, new opportunities develop,

By MOSHE KLUGHAFT \

1/23/2025 3:36:55 PM

Sobreviviente de Nova, Yuval Raphael, representará a Israel en Eurovisión 2025

Yuval Raphael, sobreviviente de la masacre del festival de música Nova, será la voz de Israel en Eurovisión 2025. Su historia de resiliencia emociona y promete inspirar al mundo.

By SHIR PERETS \

1/23/2025 3:46:21 PM

Doron Steinbrecher's sister: 'My ray of sunshine has returned to me'

Yamit Steinbrecher thanked everyone who supported her during the days her sister was captive in Gaza, and called for continuing the fight to return the kidnapped.

By Walla! \

1/23/2025 4:32:49 PM

An Israeli invention that transformed bathrooms and conquered Amazon

Oren and Lauren Azouri created a technology that makes bathrooms hygienic and pleasant, eliminating odors, noise, and splashes. After selling 150,000 units on Amazon, it’s now launching in Israel.

By Shoval Azur \

1/30/2025 5:20:00 AM

Israeli hostages get heartfelt tribute at Tel Aviv drag festival

Yellow ribbons of solidarity with Israel's Gaza hostages featured alongside colorful performances at Tel Aviv's drag festival that opened this week.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 3:56:07 PM

Not just a soldier, but our son: When heroes come home - opinion

What does it mean to wash a uniform worn for two and a half weeks in the middle of a war?

By Jacob Schimmel \

1/23/2025 4:05:36 PM

All about London: From the best shopping deals to must-know attractions

The capital of Britain offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and fashion. From top attractions to hidden shopping streets—here are all the tips to make your trip an unforgettable experience.

By Yuval Eini & Mali Danieli \

1/31/2025 5:35:00 AM

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for two Taliban leaders in Afghanistan

The Afghanistan probe is one of the longest by ICC prosecutors and has been beset by legal and practical delays.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 4:12:58 PM

Gaza ceasefire: The long and short of it

There are legitimate fears that the thousands of Palestinian prisoners, including convicted murderers and terrorist leaders, to be freed in exchange for the hostages could replenish Hamas' ranks.

By MARK LAVIE/THE MEDIA LINE \

1/23/2025 4:24:52 PM

Iraqi FM: Russian-Israeli hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov alive, Iraq working on her release

She has been held by the Shiite militia Kataib Hezbollah since March 2023.

By REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 4:27:17 PM

Trump vuelve a designar a los hutíes como organización terrorista, revocando decisión de Biden

Donald Trump restablece la etiqueta de organización terrorista a los hutíes de Yemen, revocando la medida anterior de Biden. Un cambio importante en la política estadounidense hacia el conflicto.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 4:29:38 PM

¿Puede la madre de una rehén viajar en Shabat para reencontrarse con su hija liberada de Gaza?

La madre de una rehén consulta a un rabino sobre si romper Shabat para reunirse con su hija liberada del cautiverio de Hamás en Gaza. Explora el consejo en este caso que desafía la tradición.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 4:39:11 PM

We are so close: Families of hostages not set to be released in stage one call to see deal through

"Four hundred and seventy-five days have gone by, and my Rom is still not home. He is waiting. We are waiting," Ofir said.

By EVE YOUNG \

1/23/2025 4:34:44 PM

Netflix musical 'Emilia Perez' leads Oscar nominations

Walt Disney's ABC will broadcast the event, and comedian Conan O'Brien will host.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 4:38:08 PM

How Israel is winning the war against progressive elites - opinion

Beyond its military conflicts, Israel faces a critical eighth front against leftist activists and media, who Netanyahu, like Trump, has successfully resisted in defending Western values.

By SRULIK EINHORN \

1/23/2025 4:56:40 PM

'Never forget', says UK's Queen Camilla at Holocaust remembrance event

Camilla said it was crucial to remember the Holocaust given anti-Semitism was at its highest level for a generation.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 5:13:06 PM

Arqueólogos descubren piedra romana de 1.720 años en Galilea y revela nombres de pueblos perdidos

Un hallazgo arqueológico en Galilea revela una piedra romana de 1.720 años y desvela los nombres de dos aldeas perdidas. Descubre más sobre este fascinante descubrimiento histórico.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 5:22:40 PM

IDF dismantles Hezbollah weapons stores, infrastructure in southern Lebanon

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 5:25:09 PM

Hezbollah says Israel has to completely withdraw from Lebanon ahead of withdrawal deadline

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 5:25:11 PM

Netanyahu faces triple crisis as budget, Gaza, and haredi draft deadlines loom - analysis

Coalition tensions over the hostage deal, budget deadline, and haredi draft converge to create the perfect political storm for the Israeli government.

By ELIAV BREUER \

1/23/2025 5:33:49 PM

Iran says Trump's 'terrorist' designation of Yemen's Houthis is 'baseless'

In 2021, Joe Biden had dropped Trump's terrorist designations to address humanitarian concerns inside Yemen.

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 5:36:26 PM

Saudi Arabia is optimistic about Lebanon under reforms, Saudi FM says in Beirut

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 5:36:50 PM

Telescopio Webb revela complejas estructuras en la supernova Cassiopeia A

El Telescopio Webb ha desvelado sorprendentes detalles de la supernova Cassiopeia A. Explora las fascinantes estructuras descubiertas en este remanente estelar y su importancia científica.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 5:39:30 PM

Alleged Nashville school shooter appears to have praised Hitler and shared neo-Nazi content

Police investigate antisemitic manifesto and livestream linked to fatal Nashville school shooting that left two dead, including the teenage suspect.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA \

1/23/2025 5:51:52 PM

President Trump: A new strategic era

An analysis of the new Trump Era by international strategic advisor Ayelet Frish.

By Ayelet Frish \

1/23/2025 7:52:22 PM

Israel debe prepararse para un conflicto con Irán tras la toma de Trump

Con la llegada de Trump al poder, Israel enfrenta la necesidad de prepararse ante una potencial confrontación con Irán con la ayuda de Estados Unidos. Descubre las implicaciones geopolíticas.

By JACOB NAGEL \

1/23/2025 6:05:29 PM

La rehén israelí-rusa Elizabeth Tsurkov está viva e Irak trabaja en su liberación

El ministro de Exteriores de Irak confirma que la rehén israelí-rusa Elizabeth Tsurkov está viva y que su país está negociando activamente para lograr su liberación. Descubre más detalles aquí.

By REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 6:13:51 PM

Primeras decisiones de Trump moldean la doctrina de EE.UU. en Medio Oriente

Las primeras acciones de Trump en el cargo indican un enfoque claro para restaurar la estabilidad en Medio Oriente. Descubre qué medidas ha tomado y cómo podrían cambiar la región.

By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \

1/23/2025 6:24:46 PM

Exploring humanity through animation: Hazanavicius' 'The Most Precious of Cargoes' debuts in Israel

At Haifa Film Festival, Oscar-winning director discusses France’s antisemitism.

By HANNAH BROWN \

1/24/2025 10:46:35 PM

Columbia deploys security after Israel history class disrupted by anti-Israel activists

On the first day of Columbia's spring semester, masked activists entered the History of Modern Israel course taught by Israeli historian Dr. Avi Shilon.

By MICHAEL STARR \

1/23/2025 6:25:33 PM

Lebanese man arrested in Nabatieh on suspicion of spying for Israel

The man allegedly confessed to being in possession of an advanced device given to him by Israel, which he was using to monitor and photograph important locations in Lebanon.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 6:34:35 PM

IDF soldiers’ wives at risk: The urgent case for conditional divorces

The Israel-Hamas War has increased the risk of women becoming "chained" in their marriages because they can't get a Jewish divorce.

By EVE YOUNG \

1/25/2025 4:34:07 PM

Is the OECD Amount B treaty second-rate for Israeli distributors?

Your Taxes | New OECD model tax treaty aims to streamline profit calculations for related-party imports, but Israel's status as non-covered jurisdiction raises questions.

By LEON HARRIS \

1/23/2025 6:33:26 PM

Alto el fuego en Gaza y acuerdo de rehenes: la rendición condicionada de Israel - opinión

El cese al fuego en Gaza y el acuerdo por rehenes generan debate sobre una posible rendición condicionada de Israel. Analiza las implicancias y los riesgos de este pacto.

By YISRAEL MEDAD \

1/23/2025 6:39:24 PM

Normalizing relations with Saudi Arabia provides new opportunities - opinion

An agreement with Saudi Arabia would strengthen the regional coalition against Iran. Saudi Arabia also serves as a crucial economic anchor for Egypt and Jordan.

By ELIE PODEH \

1/25/2025 4:13:05 AM

¿Trump definió a todos los estadounidenses como mujeres en su orden ejecutiva?

Un polémico decreto de Trump genera dudas: ¿Califica a todos los ciudadanos como mujeres? Descubre los detalles y el impacto de esta decisión en el debate político.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 6:47:34 PM

There are no easy answers for the hostages' families - opinion

Time will reveal the answers we seek. But perhaps, part of the answer lies within us – in how we confront and adapt to this new reality, which began for all of us on October 7, 2023.

By VARDIT SHTERENBACH \

1/24/2025 9:46:44 PM

UN, NGOs transform Holocaust remembrance into hypocrisy - opinion

International Holocaust Remembrance Day might well be renamed Holocaust Hypocrisy Day, while the other 364 days are devoted to the slogans of genocide inversion and other forms of Jew hatred.

By GERALD M. STEINBERG \

1/27/2025 1:31:29 AM

Editor's notes: How Emily, Doron, Romi, and Yuval are leading Israel’s rebirth

From hostages' heroic survival to Yuval Raphael's musical triumph, young Israelis are reshaping their nation's narrative despite unprecedented trauma.

By ZVIKA KLEIN \

1/23/2025 6:52:30 PM

"Cuando estás en Gaza, pierdes la esperanza", confiesa ex rehén Qaid Farhan Alkadi

El ex rehén Qaid Farhan Alkadi describe la desesperanza que se vive siendo rehén de Hamás en Gaza. Su impactante relato revela las duras condiciones vividas y la lucha por sobrevivir.

By YANIR YAGNA \

1/23/2025 6:57:04 PM

Israel awaits Friday Hamas list on status of remaining first phase hostages

For the first time, Israel will therefore receive official information about the fate of the Bibas family: Parents Shiri and Yarden and children Ariel and Kfir.

By AVI ASHKENAZI \

1/23/2025 7:18:59 PM

The Sixteenth Sheep reunion concert casts a magic spell

As soon as the reunion was announced last year, the concert’s became the hottest tickets in Israel, with the shows selling out in minutes. More shows were added and most of those sold out, too.

By HANNAH BROWN \

1/26/2025 7:57:56 AM

US Senate advances nomination of Trump CIA director pick

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 7:02:34 PM

Trump should build on Israel's successes - opinion

A new American administration appears ready to seize the opportunity that Israel created for a better Middle East and a safer world. The world will be better for it.

By ARON U. RASKAS \

1/25/2025 5:06:27 AM

Social media is impacting political and social discourse - opinion

In a world where information travels at the speed of light, responsibility lies not only with content creators but also with consumers.

By David Ben-Basat \

1/24/2025 9:10:07 PM

South Africa's activist rabbi takes global stage in Israel's defense

Jewish Affairs | Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein leverages legal expertise and religious leadership to counter South Africa's ICJ case while building interfaith bridges at home.

By BATYA LEVINTHAL \

1/24/2025 3:54:57 PM

Halevi's resignation was overdue, now's the time for a state inquiry - opinion

The government must follow Halevi's suit and commit to a rigorous independent investigation of the events that led to October 7. Only this can help Israel learn from its mistakes and emerge stronger.

By YAAKOV KATZ \

1/24/2025 1:56:16 PM

Trump to Davos: 'Ceasefire wouldn't have happened without us'

By HANNAH SARISOHN \

1/23/2025 7:24:06 PM

Trump's Israel support comes with strings attached - analysis

Week one of Trump's presidency reveals a dual approach: public backing for Israel through executive orders while pressuring Netanyahu behind the scenes on the hostage deal and Lebanon.

By HERB KEINON \

1/24/2025 1:06:55 PM

Survey finds lack of Holocaust knowledge in eight countries, but majority fear another genocide

One in five French adults reportedly had not heard or weren't sure if they had heard of the Shoah, the Claims Conference said on Thursday.

By MICHAEL STARR \

1/23/2025 7:49:42 PM

Are the Lebanon, Gaza ceasefires about to pop? - analysis

IDF set to pull back from Lebanon Sunday and Gaza's Netzarim Saturday, testing Netanyahu's resolve amid Hamas talks and coalition pressures.

By YONAH JEREMY BOB \

1/23/2025 8:03:40 PM

The war is over: Israel declares victory in region-shaping conflict - opinion

Middle Israel | The military war was between the IDF and the jihadist armies that attacked the Jewish state, one from its south, one from its north, and two from afar.

By AMOTZ ASA-EL \

1/24/2025 9:37:54 AM

We must prevent the possibility of October 7 repeating - opinion

Israel has been caught in an impossible dilemma: how to choose or balance between the immediate fate of the hostages and the long-term national security concerns of Israel and its people.

By ZALMAN SHOVAL \

1/24/2025 7:04:33 PM

Hamas' long shadow will require greater investment into mental health resources - opinion

We need to learn to spot the signs of PTSD in ourselves and others and to signpost those who are struggling to the appropriate services.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN \

1/27/2025 2:35:52 AM

The last Jews of Damascus: A journey through memory and ruins

Behing the Lines | Inside Syria's ancient capital, a lone Jewish guardian watches over abandoned properties while Islamist rulers patrol the rubble of historic synagogues.

By JONATHAN SPYER \

1/24/2025 5:55:00 PM

US judge blocks Trump's birthright citizenship order

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 8:45:26 PM

Grapevine January 24, 2025: Memory, heroism, and suffering

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

By GREER FAY CASHMAN \

1/24/2025 8:04:01 AM

The Crypto-Jews of Ecuador: Exploring Loja’s Jewish past and future

Diaspora Affairs | While their ancestors may have been forced to hide or abandon their Judaism following the Alhambra Decree of 1492, these Bnei Anusim are returning to their Jewish roots

By DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD \

1/24/2025 3:54:36 PM

'Wilders, like Jews, must be exterminated': Geert Wilders receives death threats

Wilders posted on his X a list of threats such as “A bullet. Wilders, like Jews, is vermin that must be exterminated” “Zionist dogs like you will be shot” and “we will cut your head soon.”

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 8:58:20 PM

Katz’s draft plan fails the IDF and perpetuates haredi draft dodging - opinion

Alas, these fine initiatives only nibble at the edges of the military, societal, and ideological need, which is a significant draft to the fighting army of 18 to 26-year-old haredi men.

By DAVID M. WEINBERG \

1/24/2025 2:23:41 PM

Boko Haram militants kill at least 20 in Nigeria's Borno state

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 9:06:34 PM

Jewish war epic ‘The Brutalist’ picks up 10 Oscar nominations, ‘A Complete Unknown’ close behind

Nominated films about Israel and the Palestinian territories, meanwhile, took on new dimensions in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA \

1/23/2025 9:25:08 PM

Yamam Dep.-Ch: Deal better than 'dangerous' hostage rescue operation - N12

"While fighters are ready and prepared for rescue operations, if there is a possibility of a release in a deal, it will do everyone good."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 9:28:06 PM

Elon Musk makes Holocaust jokes after Netanyahu defends him as ‘great friend of Israel’

“Don’t say Hess to Nazi accusations! Some people will Goebbels anything down! Stop Gőring your enemies! His pronouns would’ve been He/Himmler! Bet you did nazi that coming,” Musk posted Thursday.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA \

1/23/2025 9:40:09 PM

Achieve financial success through patience

It’s a long road, but if you have patience and trust the process, there’s a great chance that you will achieve financial success.

By AARON KATSMAN \

1/23/2025 9:45:29 PM

Yuval will make us proud at Eurovision - editorial

Like the incredible women who came before her (Neta Barzilai, Noa Kirel, and so on.), she will deal with just a little bit of the punches headed her way, her head still held high.

By JPOST EDITORIAL \

1/24/2025 5:53:11 AM

'Everything will be revealed': Trump signs order to declassify files on JFK, MLK assassinations

"Everything will be revealed," Trump said as he signed the order, then holding it up.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/23/2025 10:27:10 PM

Trump says not sure US should be spending anything on NATO

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 10:32:18 PM

Trump says he wants to meet immediately with Russia's Putin

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 10:33:29 PM

Saudi foreign minister to visit Damascus on Friday, Syrian official says

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 10:36:43 PM

IDF to stay in southern Lebanon after deadline

The security cabinet met on Thursday to debate how long Israel should stay in southern Lebanon considering the Lebanese side hasn’t fulfilled its part of the agreement.

By AMICHAI STEIN \

1/23/2025 10:39:42 PM

Trump signs order related to AI, aide says

By REUTERS \

1/23/2025 11:12:21 PM

Man saved on El Al flight by medical professional after having heart attack on plane

“I did everything a doctor would do at a time like this,” said Weiss after the incident.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \

1/24/2025 2:07:06 AM