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Iran president Raisi said homosexuality is ‘nothing but savagery’
The new president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ebrahim Raisi declared in an anti-gay tirade in 2014 that same-sex relations are “nothing but savagery.”
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
8/25/2021 5:56:18 PM
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Ahead of Washington visit, Bennett pledges growth of Israeli settlements
In his first interview as prime minister with an international news organization, Bennett told 'The New York Times' that major diplomatic moves are off the table, for now.
By HALEY COHEN \
8/25/2021 1:56:13 PM
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UK PM Johnson says G7 agreed Taliban must allow departures after Aug 31
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 1:23:14 AM
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United Hatzalah volunteer saves Holon man's life
David Yashr treated a 75-year-old man, who suffers from a disability, after he fell from his wheelchair and sustained a serious head injury.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 2:28:47 PM
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Want a healthy heart? Drink water - study
NIH scientists studied 15,792 adults aged 44 to 66 at recruitment who were evaluated over five visits until age 70 to 90 to examine the connection between water consumption and heart failure.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 2:38:14 PM
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'United Through Sports' event marks 85 years since Berlin Olympics
"United Through Sports" celebrates the victory of sports over racism and antisemitism.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 1:58:48 PM
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Man who took Iron Dome out of dustbin running for Congress
Eric Lynn is using his Washington connections and relying on his local roots in his Florida race.
By MIKE WAGENHEIM / THE MEDIA LINE \
8/25/2021 2:48:41 AM
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World must hold Taliban accountable for Afghan cultural heritage
After the destruction of Bamiyan Buddhas in 2001, cultural heritage experts are once again holding their breath.
By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/25/2021 2:45:19 AM
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The Jewish doctor who escaped the Nazis and founded the Paralympics
Unlike the Olympic Games, the Paralympics have an inspiring Jewish origin story — thanks to its founder, Ludwig Guttmann.
By EVELYN FRICK/JTA \
8/25/2021 3:53:41 AM
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Hackers threaten online shiva for Brazilian Jewish educator
“Death to Jews,” and “Sieg Heil” were part of the attack during the shiva session Sunday on Google Meet in honor of Dora Fraifeld, a beloved figure at the pluralistic Eliezer Max School.
By MARCUS GILBAN/JTA \
8/25/2021 4:00:11 AM
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Ra'am MK Saeed Alharomi dies from heart attack at 49
The Ra'am MK served as head of the Knesset's Interior and Environmental Protection Committee.
By TAL SPUNGIN AND GADI ZAIG \
8/25/2021 6:28:37 PM
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Two US lawmakers travel to Kabul amid evacuation efforts
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 4:57:33 AM
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Bennett lands in Washington ahead of Biden meeting
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 5:19:26 AM
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Israeli hi-tech companies announce 'Power in Diversity' initiative
The initiative is designed to strengthen the start-up nation through diversity and inclusion, maximize its human capital and develop the potential of every man and woman across Israeli society.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 8:40:46 AM
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Gaza man confirmed dead from clashes on Israel border
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 7:52:40 AM
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Russia to evacuate more than 500 citizens from Afghanistan
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 7:45:24 AM
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Afghanistan facing humanitarian crisis as evacuation deadline approaches
As the Aug. 31 deadline for evacuating people from Afghanistan rapidly approaches, the risk of starvation, disease and persecution rises for the millions who will be left behind.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 9:29:37 AM
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Home Front Command: No serological tests for children on Wednesday
The military arm that is involved in helping fight COVID-19 says testing will resume on Thursday.
By GADI ZAIG \
8/25/2021 11:07:20 AM
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Iraq to host summit to ease Saudi-Iran tensions
Iraqi officials hope that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will attend the meeting and expect ministers from Saudi Arabia and the UAE will also come.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 9:14:37 AM
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Around 300 daycare workers protest in Tel Aviv
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 9:47:48 AM
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Top ultra-Orthodox rabbi: Unvaccinated teachers should not come to work
Rabbi Haim Kanievsky says teachers have an obligation to get vaccinated and should be suspended from work if they don’t do so.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/25/2021 6:47:48 PM
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Russia to repatriate 106 children from Eastern Syria
Russia plans to repatriate up to 106 children from the Al-Hol camp in Syria, known as a dumping ground for former ISIS members and refugees.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
8/25/2021 6:24:39 PM
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Education Ministry: Parents' entry into schools possible with Green Pass
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 10:08:58 AM
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Kevin Needham is a star on the rise
By AVI STERN \
9/22/2021 10:08:21 AM
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COVID: 3rd vaccine 95% effective against infection, 97% against serious symptoms
*Almost 10,000 cases for 2nd day in a row, serious patients plateau *Finance Minister Avigdor Liberman: Stop talking about 4th lockdown and let economy work
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN AND ZEV STUB \
8/25/2021 8:42:05 PM
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Donovan J. Greening: An inspirational personality excelling in his field
By Leo Giosuè \
8/25/2021 10:42:46 AM
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Coronavirus in the IDF: Over 2,200 new cases
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 10:48:05 AM
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US Army decides not to buy Israel's Iron Dome interceptor system
'Defense News' said the US Army chose the Dynetics Enduring Shield instead of Iron Dome following a shoot-off between the two missile defense systems.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/25/2021 9:40:43 PM
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Two suspects of the Ashdod gang rape arrested
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 11:31:47 AM
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Seven smart pension strategies for women
There are several strategies women can implement at a young age in order to increase their chances to retire securely, and even with economic well-being.
By LI-NOY GREEN \
8/25/2021 11:46:09 AM
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Israeli-Arab swimmer Iyad Shalabi wins gold medal in Paralympics
Iyad Shalabi is the first Israeli-Arab to win a medal in a Paralympic or Olympic game and won Israel's first gold medal of the 2021 Paralympic Games.
By GADI ZAIG \
8/26/2021 12:27:47 PM
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Aviad Moshe convicted of attempting to murder wife Shira Isakov
Moshe was also convicted of abusing their son, who was by Isakov's side as he attacked her.
By GADI ZAIG \
8/26/2021 12:59:26 PM
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Gantz: Iran is two months away from nuclear bomb
"The international community must build a viable ‘Plan B’ in order to stop Iran in its tracks towards a nuclear weapon," Defense Minister Gantz said.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
8/25/2021 8:16:39 PM
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7 Israeli hospitals expected to continue in ‘Shabbat mode’ Thursday
As hospitals launch partial strikes, the health minister has said that "Agreements can be reached by the end of the day."
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/25/2021 8:48:51 PM
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Johnson & Johnson says booster shot increased antibodies in early studies
Two early-stage trials found that a booster dose of Johnson & Johnson's COVID vaccine significantly increased levels of antibodies.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 2:11:12 PM
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Israeli travelers flocked to Eilat in July, shunned Jerusalem
By ZEV STUB \
8/25/2021 4:58:47 PM
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Fire breaks out near Givat Ye'arim
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 2:56:41 PM
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Baby pictured on 'Nevermind' album cover sues Nirvana for child pornography
Elden demands at least $150,000 from each of the defendants.
By GADI ZAIG \
8/25/2021 9:25:07 PM
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Actress, producer, author Noa Tishby to receive Guardians of Israel Award
Tishby will be honored with the esteemed Guardians of Israel Award in recognition of her leadership, creative achievements and outstanding service to the land and people of Israel and Jewish people.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 3:10:51 PM
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IDF ready for more fighting with Hamas in Gaza
Though there has been relative quiet in southern Israel since the end of the 11 days of fighting, there have been numerous incendiary balloons and rockets launched towards southern Israel.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/25/2021 5:49:15 PM
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Israel is accelerating operational plans to take action against Iran - IDF chief Kohavi
"The recently approved budget is earmarked for that," said Kohavi as Israel makes a concerted effort to push Washington to pressure Tehran.
By ANNA AHRONHEIM \
8/25/2021 9:22:10 PM
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Forest fire breaks out hours after a training drill in same location
United Hatzalah volunteers have been dispatched to face a fire that broke out in the outskirts of Givat Yearim, two hours after a training drill took place in the same area.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 4:11:28 PM
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Border Police officer injured during West Bank disturbances
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 4:01:33 PM
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A call to action
The vast majority of Jews in the diaspora are non-Orthodox. Many of them believe that Israel disregards their beliefs, values and way of life.
By RONALD S. LAUDER \
8/25/2021 4:13:40 PM
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Treasury to bail out airlines again as sanctions loom
Finance Minister Avigdor Liberman said he is working on reaching agreements with the airline heads in the coming days.
By ZEV STUB \
8/25/2021 7:35:31 PM
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Israeli rabbis ask pope to clarify remarks on Jewish law
Israel's top Jewish religious authorities have told the Vatican they are concerned about comments that Pope Francis made about their books of sacred law and have asked for a clarification.
By REUTERS \
8/26/2021 9:03:30 AM
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Channel 20 calls MK who passed away 'wicked terrorist supporter'
Channel 20 quoted a verse reading "When the wicked perish there are shouts of joy" in an article about the Ra'am MK's death.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 4:44:53 PM
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Liberman: Stop talking about 4th lockdown and let economy work
Finance minister: "Any further restrictions will only harm Israel's recovery."
By ZEV STUB \
8/25/2021 7:03:46 PM
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Republican representative compares Nancy Pelosi to the Gestapo
Republican Representative from Texas, Randy Weber, spoke at a press conference held by the House Freedom Caucus on Monday and compared Speaker Nancy Pelosi to the Gestapo.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 6:35:15 PM
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Attacker kills two policemen near French embassy in Tanzania - report
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 4:44:37 PM
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Palestinians: Bennett exposed his ‘anti-peace’ policy
“It’s clear that Bennett is trying to create confusion in order to influence the priorities of the US foreign policy with the purpose of marginalizing the Palestinian issue,” the ministry charged.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
8/25/2021 9:12:26 PM
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Four benefits of using a bonus code for a specific betting promotion
By Leo Giosuè \
8/25/2021 5:04:47 PM
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Asteroid twice as big as Empire State Building to fly by Earth in Sept.
The 774-meter asteroid will fly past the Earth at a closer distance than the Moon.
By AARON REICH \
8/25/2021 5:33:24 PM
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CDC: Unvaccinated 29 times more likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19
A CDC study has revealed people unvaccinated against COVID-19 are 29 times more likely to be hospitalized than those fully vaccinated.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 5:52:43 PM
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Apple Music celebrates Rosh Hashanah with curated playlists
To celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, Apple Music has collaborated with Israeli artists to celebrate music and look back on the year that is ending as well as look ahead.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/26/2021 10:11:25 AM
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How do you say in Chinese 'to dig your own grave'?
The infrastructure and construction companies in Israel are among the best and leading worldwide in every field.
By Zkiva David \
8/25/2021 5:32:37 PM
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14 Palestinians injured in Gaza border riots
The IDF fired tear gas and live fire at Palestinians who neared the border fence, with 14 Palestinians injured.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
8/25/2021 9:32:36 PM
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Taliban asked Turkey for support to run Kabul airport, Turkish officials say
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 6:21:30 PM
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The Rosh Hashanah 2021 wine list: Have a rosy year!
Enjoy some crisp rosé wines in the hot weather, and have a happy New Year!
By NERIA BARR \
8/25/2021 6:29:04 PM
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Machne Asada: Jerusalem street food with a twist
At Machane Asada, whatever is not used at the chef restaurant next door finds its way to the street food.
By LINDA GRADSTEIN \
8/25/2021 6:34:44 PM
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Hardline Raisi cabinet nominees approved by Iran parliament
Iran’s parliament on Wednesday approved all but one of President Ebrahim Raisi's big-name nominees for a cabinet of hardliners.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 6:39:06 PM
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MK Moshe Arbel calls for humanitarian assistance to Lebanese health system
“The State of Israel and Israeli society cannot remain silent and stand idly by when a humanitarian catastrophe is occurring just a few minutes from the northern border,” wrote Arbel to Horowitz.
By JEREMY SHARON \
8/26/2021 7:13:37 AM
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Bennett meets with AIPAC leader in Washington
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/25/2021 6:53:41 PM
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CSW calls for protection for refugees and vulnerable groups in Afghanistan
Christian Solidarity Worldwide urges the international support for local efforts to advance human rights, and make humanitarian assistance available in Afghanistan.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 7:53:20 PM
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NBA player criticized for antisemitism opens up about life changes
Meyers Leonard, the NBA player who was criticized for saying an antisemitic slur earlier this year, has opened up for the first time about the backlash he received.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 7:16:32 PM
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MK Gilad Kariv's condition improving
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 7:16:27 PM
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Pfizer starts process to seek US approval of COVID-19 vaccine booster
Pfizer Inc on Wednesday began the process for full approval of its COVID-19 booster dose in the United States.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 9:57:34 PM
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Israel presses Iran views ahead of Bennett-Biden meeting - analysis
Repeated statements about Iran call attention to the issue at a time when that attention is badly needed.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/25/2021 9:17:30 PM
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WHO says no conclusive data yet on need for COVID-19 booster shot
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 7:45:40 PM
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Bennett to Americans: We want stability, but not two states
Bennett's goal for his meeting with Blinken is “for the Americans to understand that the prime minister’s line is to preserve stability, without taking reality-changing steps."
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/25/2021 9:42:43 PM
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Marcel Janco: Dada art legend and Israel's unsung hero
The famous Dada artist was also a defender of Arabic architecture in Acre, Ein Hod and Jaffa.
By DAN SAVERY RAZ \
8/25/2021 8:08:46 PM
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Can Zionism and Palestinian nationalism live together? - opinion
At the root of this conflict has been a majority of people on both sides demand for the right to attain a territorial expression of their collective identity.
By GERSHON BASKIN \
8/25/2021 8:17:06 PM
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Pence blasts Biden’s approach on Iran, Afghanistan as ‘arousing evil’ - opinion
The former vice president called Bennett ‘immensely talented,’ and urged him to strengthen bipartisan support of Israel.
By JOEL CLEO GIOSUÈ ROSENBERG \
8/25/2021 8:19:18 PM
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Is the 3rd coronavirus vaccine safe for pregnant women? Yes, say experts
Research on first and second shots by Jerusalem’s Shaare Zedek shows no adverse effect on mothers, babies.
By ROSSELLA TERCATIN \
8/25/2021 8:50:31 PM
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China-Israel cooperation features mutual respect, equality - opinion
China and China-Israel relations should be viewed in a fair, objective perspective. We believe the Jewish people, known for their wisdom, can make the choice that best serves their interests.
By WANG YONGJUN \
8/25/2021 8:27:00 PM
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Setting the record straight on Ustasha Holocaust crimes - opinion
Given the general ignorance about the horrors of Jasenovac, I think it would be helpful to very briefly describe one of its commanders, to give insight into the type of people who built and ran it.
By EFRAIM ZUROFF \
8/25/2021 8:28:09 PM
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Why Bennett and Biden are comrades in arms against COVID-19 - analysis
Naftali Bennett and Joe Biden will spend a lot of time talking about Iran, but it is likely the two will also spend a lot of time dealing with the war against COVID-19.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/25/2021 8:47:15 PM
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Israel must make public diplomacy the top of its agenda - opinion
Bennett’s visit to the White House this week – and the appointment of a new Israeli ambassador to Washington – should be used to launch a Jewish, Israeli, Zionist counter-offensive.
By RONALD S. LAUDER \
8/25/2021 8:35:29 PM
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How do you say dig your own grave in Chinese? - opinion
The Israeli government must establish a set of laws and regulations that will protect the Israeli construction and infrastructure industry from a Chinese takeover, and this should happen immediately.
By Zvika David \
8/25/2021 8:38:33 PM
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Jabless and jobless: What being an anti-vaxxer in Israel should cost - editorial
The government’s recent “go get vaccinated” campaign is good, but this does not go far enough. Sanctions against the unvaccinated should be considered.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
8/25/2021 8:48:13 PM
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Bennett will need to work to avoid the mistakes of the past - opinion
Neither the US nor Israel can afford another catastrophe.
By ODED REVIVI \
8/25/2021 8:50:53 PM
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Afghanistan dominates DC's attention, but MidEast eyes are on Bennett
Between a twice-daily Pentagon press briefing, the State Department's daily briefing, and the White House one, the visit of the Israeli prime minister is not dominating the news cycle.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
8/25/2021 10:12:57 PM
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US court upholds conviction, death sentence of Dylann Roof
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 9:40:20 PM
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Bennett slammed after calling for 'natural' West Bank settler growth
Right-wing politicians slammed Prime Minister Naftali Bennett after he spoke of maintaining only 'natural' West Bank settlement growth in an interview he gave to the New York Times.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
8/25/2021 10:14:44 PM
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Afghan women brace for worst after US failed to educate in tribal areas
America’s mission to build a new Afghanistan foundered because it ignored the majority’s mindset, analyst says
By ARSHAD MEHMOUD/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/25/2021 10:21:03 PM
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NY Gov. Kathy Hochul, reveals 12,000 more COVID-19 deaths than previously counted
"We're using CDC numbers, which will be consistent. And so there's no opportunity for us to mask those numbers," Hochul told National Public Radio on Wednesday.
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 10:19:32 PM
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Austin: We will ensure Israel's defense against Iran
The US support for Israel is 'unwavering' and 'steadfast', said US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/26/2021 12:29:00 AM
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Biden briefed on alternative plans for Afghanistan evacuation
By REUTERS \
8/25/2021 10:41:29 PM
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Dangerous substance leaks in Ashdod
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/25/2021 11:21:45 PM
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US secretaries of state train to combat antisemitism with AJC
A webinar attended by secretaries of state focused on misinformation through the lens of antisemitism and how it can be used to undermine elections, including conspiracies, tropes and symbols.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/26/2021 11:35:37 AM
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US official: Iran a threat to Israel, US is committed to Israel security
Ahead of the meeting between President Biden and PM Bennett, a US official said the US takes the Iran threat seriously because they are 100% committed to the security of Israel.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
8/26/2021 12:02:24 AM
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COVID more likely to cause serious side effects than vaccine
Unvaccinated people who contracted COVID-19 were four times as likely to develop myocarditis than vaccinated people were to get it from being injected.
By MAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN \
8/26/2021 5:10:13 PM