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Obama courts Senate opponents of Syria strike
McCain: Congress vote against Syria strike would be catastrophic, says "we have a long way to go" before reaching agreement with president.
By MICHAEL WILNER, JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
9/3/2013 12:49:40 AM
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Obama has pre-Rosh Hashanah conference call with rabbis
By JTA \
9/3/2013 1:09:17 AM
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In role reversal, Beijing businesses looking for products labeled ‘Made in Israel’
Visiting Chinese trade reps tout Israel's "world-class products."
By NIV ELIS \
9/3/2013 1:26:46 AM
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ACRI: Just a fraction of 2,200 court-mandated east Jerusalem classrooms have been completed
NGO: In spite of High Court ruling, only 150 finished in 5 years; Municipality: We’ve built 400
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
9/3/2013 1:48:44 AM
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Continued Likud Beytenu unity to be reviewed soon
“In November, after the municipal elections, we will need to convene and decide on our partnership with the Likud,” Liberman says.
By Gil Stern Stern HOFFMAN \
9/3/2013 1:57:58 AM
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Israel outsourcing privacy?
Facebook case demonstrates that Israelis’ online rights are largely determined in US.
By NIV ELIS \
9/3/2013 2:06:15 AM
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Radical Islam is, in truth, the Normative Islam.
By EARL COX \
9/3/2013 2:28:00 AM
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Hospital-borne infections costing billions
Dr. Eyal Zimlichman of Sheba Medical Center finds that complications from hospital- born infections cost $9.8 billion annually.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
9/3/2013 2:37:25 AM
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Lion unveils Likud Beytenu municipality list
"Jerusalem residents pay a lot and receive little in return," says Barkat’s opponent.
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
9/3/2013 2:47:38 AM
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Israel’s MediaWatch asks Erdan to reconsider appointment of Landes to panel on IBA
In IMW’s perception, Landes represents a conflict of interests as founding CEO of Koda Communications which produces state-funded local news programs.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
9/3/2013 2:56:03 AM
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Israel itching to get EuroBasket underway
Blue-and-white arrives in Ljubljana ahead of tournament opener vs Great Britain.
By ALLON SINAI \
9/3/2013 3:05:17 AM
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Colombia's Cabinet resigns to allow Santos to make shuffle
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 3:16:00 AM
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Analysis: Is congressional green light for Syria strikes necessary?
Where military action is popular and considered critical to self-defense, presidents feel less pressure to go to Congress; Where action is unpopular, as in Syria, presidents likely to feel political pressures to consult.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
9/3/2013 3:26:42 AM
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Obama offers Rosh Hashanah greetings in conference call with rabbis
US president also notes the important role played by American Jews in the civil rights movement on 50th anniversary of March on Washington.
By JTA \
9/3/2013 3:37:26 AM
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2 Palestinians arrested after their truck breaks through barrier at Ben- Gurion Airport
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 4:09:48 AM
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2 Palestinians arrested after their truck breaks through barrier at Ben- Gurion Airport
The incident began at 3:30 am when the trailer truck came barreling through the checkpoint at the entrance to the airport.
By BEN HARTMAN \
9/3/2013 4:15:41 AM
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Even with Syria on world’s mind, Israel-Palestinian talks continue apace
Palestinian official says PA threatened to pull out of the negotiations because of Israel’s refusal to halt settlement construction.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH AND HERB KEINON \
9/3/2013 6:32:28 AM
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Peter's plea
By YISRAEL MEDAD \
9/3/2013 6:59:00 AM
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UN: Syrian refugee numbers swell to 2 million
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 7:00:53 AM
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Molotov cocktail, stones thrown at IDF soldiers in Hebron
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 9:10:01 AM
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Danon: Any Likudnik who backs interim deal with Palestinians will be kicked out of party
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 9:14:16 AM
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Jordan slams Israel for Western Wall prayer platform
Structure built for Women of the Wall activist group "is a blatant attack on the Muslim monuments and Waqf, Jordanian minister says.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 10:29:27 AM
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Time for Change
By MICHAEL ORDMAN \
9/3/2013 10:32:00 AM
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Islamic Movement leader Salah arrested for alleged incitement
Controversial cleric accused Israel in speech of trying to torch Jerusalem's Al Aqsa Mosque.
By BEN HARTMAN AND ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
9/3/2013 3:36:01 PM
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3 casualties from Syrian fighting transferred to Safed hospital
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 11:07:18 AM
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Report: Egyptian air force in Sinai attacks terrorists
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 11:23:32 AM
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Russia: US exacerbates tensions by deploying warships near Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 11:54:57 AM
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Report: Egyptian attack helicopters kill 15 jihadists in Sinai
Attack helicopter operating in Sinai town of Sheikh Zuweid near Gaza border strikes armed Islamists.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 12:14:19 PM
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Acre struts its new stuff
This year’s Festival of Alternative Israeli Theater highlights works by young playwrights.
By BARRY DAVIS \
9/3/2013 12:23:45 PM
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Flamenco with a flourish
José Porcel closes Hot Dance with Arte, a tapestry of his award-winning shows.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
9/3/2013 12:29:18 PM
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Just warming up
The Ra’anana Symphonette Orchestra offers an intriguing program for the next season.
By MAXIM REIDER \
9/3/2013 12:44:22 PM
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Russia detects ballistic launch in Mediterranean; Israel denies knowledge
Russian embassy in Syria says there were no signs of a missile attack or explosions in Damascus; RIA news agency says there is not sign of a missile strike on the Damascus.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 1:14:34 PM
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How we got here
By IRA SHARKANSKY \
9/3/2013 12:59:00 PM
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A feast of famous films
This month, the local cinematheques are screening a plethora of classic movies, as well as new releases.
By HANNAH BROWN \
9/8/2013 11:02:53 AM
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Report: Syrian radar system did not detect missiles landing in Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 3:04:42 PM
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A match made on TV
'A Match Made in Heaven,' a new YES documentary series delves into the haredi dating world.
By HANNAH BROWN \
9/3/2013 1:22:28 PM
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The Blue Sky’s the limit
The restaurant at the top of the Carlton Hotel in Tel Aviv is the height of elegance.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
9/3/2013 1:28:50 PM
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Israel announces successful joint missile test with US in Med, after Russia detects launch
Missile tests come as tensions high over possible Syria strike.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
9/3/2013 2:23:11 PM
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Egypt state TV: 15 militants killed by army helicopters in Sinai
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 1:45:47 PM
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Out and About: Top 10 things to do
The ninth annual Didgeridoo Festival takes place at the Ashram Bamidbar
site in the Arava.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2013 2:20:18 PM
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Palestinians working to arrange Abbas-Kerry meeting in Europe
Palestinians reportedly unhappy over what they say are Israel’s repeated attempts to dictate the talks’ agenda.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 2:34:03 PM
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Festive recipes for a happy New Year
Using the same traditional recipes each year can become boring so spice things up with Moroccan-style fish patties or a different kind of salad.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2013 2:42:39 PM
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Holiday morning cakes
On the morning of a holiday or Shabbat, pamper your family with fresh, home baked buttery cakes. A great start to a new year or a new week.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2013 2:57:56 PM
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Street Stroll: Medical center
Named for a philanthropist in the field of public health, Straus Street sports a host of functioning and former hospitals.
By AVIVA BAR-AM \
9/3/2013 3:11:27 PM
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Spirited cake
Although there is an undeniable culinary aspect to the High Holy Days,
the main emphasis is deeper, more spiritual in nature.
By LES SAIDEL \
9/3/2013 3:11:31 PM
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Central district chief: Police ties with Arab community improved in past decade
Bruno Stein says it is rare to have openly-expressed desire by Arab communities for more policing in the Triangle region.
By BEN HARTMAN \
9/3/2013 3:21:29 PM
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Jerusalemites with vision
Five residents share their hopes for the city.
By FIVE RESIDENTS SHARE THEIR HOPES FOR THE CITY \
9/3/2013 3:21:31 PM
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A romantic Jerusalem getaway
Nestled in the heart of scenic Ein Kerem, the Alegra boutique hotel fits in with its surroundings perfectly, offering warm and intimate hospitality.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 3:21:57 PM
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Prisoner release protester indicted for threatening to kill Netanyahu
Dor Oved wrote threatening letter to PM while imprisoned at Rimonim Prison on unrelated charge, according to indictment.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
9/3/2013 3:32:16 PM
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Opposition says forensic expert defects from Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 3:41:17 PM
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Obama speaks with Japan's Abe about Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 4:06:18 PM
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Anniversary: Y Music
Jerusalem Music Centre director Hed Sella looks back on the veteran institution’s last four decades.
By BARRY DAVIS \
9/3/2013 4:08:24 PM
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Feeding the hungry
Over the past 30 years, Yosef Cohen has turned Chasdei Naomi into an impressive charity organization with an annual turnover of more than NIS 50 million. Having grown up poor himself, he now worries that history is repeating itself.
By GALIT EDUT \
9/3/2013 4:19:25 PM
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Senate likely to pass 'more tailored' act on Syria, chairman says
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 5:02:30 PM
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Syria war, US reprisals, Israeli vulnerabilities, and the Iran nuke threat
Where are we heading?
By LOUIS RENÉ BERES \
9/3/2013 5:07:43 PM
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Obama says he has a strategy to help Syrian opposition
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 5:11:40 PM
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Germany hopes to charge 30 former Auschwitz guards
Ludwigsburg justice agency plans to re-examine the actions of all former employees of death camps and special killing squads.
By SAM SOKOL AND REUTERS \
9/3/2013 5:21:32 PM
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Group calls on 'all Muslim hackers' to attack Israel, US on anniversary of 9/11
Hackers plan reprisal of Holocaust Memorial Day cyber attacks.
By LAUREN IZSO \
9/3/2013 5:29:41 PM
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Top 5 upcoming events in Jerusalem
Many of the summer’s cultural highlights are already a memory, but there are plenty of amazing events to enjoy in Jerusalem in the upcoming time.
By LOREN MINSKY/ ITRAVELJERUSALEM.COM TEAM \
9/3/2013 5:31:02 PM
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Turkish media: Explosion on Turkey-Syria border kills six
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 5:35:12 PM
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5773 in Review: Top 10 images of the year
The most evocative, interesting and thought-provoking pictures of the year.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 5:42:58 PM
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Palestinian Authority to provide 'grants' for prisoners released from Israel
Grants intended to honor prisoners' "sacrifices and in order to guarantee them a suitable standard of dignified living."
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
9/3/2013 5:43:25 PM
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When will the Muslim world stop blaming its problems on the Jews?
It is time for the Muslim world to take responsibility and to ponder on what has gone so horribly wrong.
By SINEM TEZYAPAR \
9/3/2013 5:47:05 PM
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5773 in Review: The most popular stories of the year
Some of our most popular stories covered the serious news, some were feel-good and some were just weird. We take a look back.
By THE JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
9/3/2013 5:53:57 PM
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Life in black & white
There is a common visual thread that runs through the exhibits at Baruch Rafiach’s exhibition at the Sira Pub, but the photos were taken over a period of 15 years.
By BARRY DAVIS \
9/3/2013 6:01:48 PM
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Obama gains key House allies on Syria strike
Republican, Democratic leaders Boehner, Pelosi back strike, say vote will be held, once House members reconvene in Washington.
By MICHAEL WILNER IN WASHINGTON, MAYA SHWAYDER IN \
9/3/2013 6:35:53 PM
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5773 in Review: Most viral videos
Here are 10 of the most viewed and talked-about videos we shared with you this year.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 6:11:45 PM
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Fancy fermentations
The holidays are a busy time for home winemakers.
By MIRIAM KRESH \
9/3/2013 6:13:53 PM
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5773 in Review: The highlights of the year
To mark the end of one year, and the start of the next, we bring you the stories, images and videos that made 5773 a year to remember.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 6:19:51 PM
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The politician next door
Fleur Hassan-Nahoum has joined the Yerushalmim list to strengthen
the neighborhoods of Jerusalem, giving back to the communities that
welcomed her as an immigrant.
By LAURA KELLY \
9/3/2013 6:20:54 PM
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France says would not act alone on Syria if US rules out strike
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 6:25:10 PM
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Israeli irrigation firm Netafim wins int’l water prize
By SHARON UDASIN \
9/3/2013 6:27:06 PM
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House Speaker Boehner back Obama on Syria, urges colleagues to do same
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 6:29:07 PM
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Pelosi says she believes US Congress will support strike on Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 6:40:35 PM
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Ask the Barman: A mate of yours is a mate of ours
Omri Yakov talks about life as a barman as well as the special family atmosphere that exists at Mate King George, the latest branch of the popular Tel Aviv chain.
By YONI COHEN \
9/3/2013 6:43:59 PM
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On humility, repentance and Middle East politics
The Ten Days of Repentance – between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur – is a time of reflection, particularly on human frailty.
By Gerald Steinberg \
9/3/2013 6:48:33 PM
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US House Republican leader Cantor will support Obama on Syria
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 6:53:56 PM
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Islamic Movement leader Salah released on bail
By YASSER OKBI AND JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 6:55:45 PM
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The hospital with a mother’s heart
Schneider is gearing up to provide children and their parents with a round-the-clock holiday experience
By MIRIAM KRESH \
9/3/2013 6:57:29 PM
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Car bombs across Iraqi capital kill 21 people
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 7:03:54 PM
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Fancy fermentations
The holidays are a busy time for home winemakers
By MIRIAM KRESH \
9/3/2013 7:05:22 PM
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Getting Tel Aviv on board
Meet Dorian ‘Doc’ Paskowitz, the Texas native who brought surfing to the Holy Land
By ABRA COHEN \
9/3/2013 7:17:45 PM
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NYPD investigated Kahane Chai for threats against Shmuley Boteach
By JTA \
9/3/2013 7:18:36 PM
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Save the planet: Don’t fritter your food away
When we overbuy, overcook and wind up making garbage out of our excess, we aren’t thinking of the respect we owe our God-given food.
By MIRIAM KRESH \
9/3/2013 7:28:33 PM
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Trusting your instincts in love
Each date you go on, and each relationship you enter into deserves to be given your full effort, your entire focus and an open mind and heart
By TAMAR CASPI \
9/3/2013 7:33:23 PM
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Facing apocalypse
Abandoning itself to hubris, Israel kept its guard down as Arab armies massed on its borders in the weeks before Yom Kippur 40 years ago. As its front lines collapsed in a war it never planned, the IDF was obliged to fall back on raw courage
By ABRAHAM RABINOVICH \
9/3/2013 7:43:47 PM
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Peres doubts that Syria will wage war against Israel
Syria does not have the deterrence, strength or defense that Israel has at her disposal, President says.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
9/3/2013 7:43:47 PM
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UN counts 52 corpses after violence at Iranian dissident camp in Iraq
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 7:46:27 PM
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Saudi Arabia donating $200 million for Palestinian cities to prevent Judaization
Abdullah seeks to protect cities' Islamic character; plan calls for building infrastructure, expanding water purification plants.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
9/3/2013 7:47:06 PM
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JPost exclusive: An inside look at the Yom Kippur War
To mark the 40th anniversary of the war, Abraham Rabinovich presents a special three-part series on the 19 days that changed a nation.
By THE JERUSALEM POST \
9/3/2013 7:56:31 PM
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MK, NGO ask High Court to order state to immediately get gas masks to all citizens
Shai sends out a statement that the petition was filed "in light of the existential threats facing and confronting the state."
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
9/3/2013 8:13:32 PM
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Man who allegedly killed Lee Zeitouni in hit-and-run charged in France
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 8:25:38 PM
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UN's Ban casts doubt on legality of US plans for Syria strike
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 8:43:06 PM
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Reflections on the Archive by an Iraqi Jew
By JIMENA VOICE OF FORGOTTEN REFUGEES \
9/3/2013 8:47:00 PM
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Making waves
Ahead of their Israeli debut, Beach Fossils frontman Dustin Payseur speaks to the ‘Post’ about the indie band’s formation, creative process and the Brooklyn music scene.
By DAVID BRINN \
9/3/2013 8:55:58 PM
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Report: IDF officer Shmuel Eisner, filmed striking Palestinians, to sign plea deal
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 8:59:29 PM
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Israeli films travel the globe this fall
The Toronto International Film Festival is one of the largest in the world, with a mixture of high-profile Hollywood premieres and quality independent cinema.
By HANNAH BROWN \
9/3/2013 9:04:31 PM
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A New Year’s greeting for the Israeli economy
I would like to offer the Israeli economy at large a few good wishes, which, I believe, would bring good fortune for all of us.
By YAIR SEROUSSI \
9/4/2013 6:26:30 PM
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Hapoalim a ‘gateway’ to Israel
‘The foremost opportunity for investors concentrates around Israeli technology.
We’ve really become one of the major hubs for technological innovation, and it’s surprising given the size of this country.’
By NIV ELIS \
9/4/2013 6:25:17 PM
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Global Agenda: Heresy at ‘the Hole’
There are good and strong reasons to be concerned as to the well-being of the global economy.
By PINCHAS LANDAU \
9/3/2013 9:23:15 PM
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Grapevine: A birthday party for the world
Every year, on the 25th of Elul, Maureen Kushner hosts a Birthday Party for the World in her small, walk-up, penthouse apartment in Jerusalem’s Mahaneh Yehuda.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
9/3/2013 9:32:38 PM
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Ya'alon: Israelis can relax over Rosh Hashana holiday, IDF not interfering in Syria
US gears up for possible strike on Syria; Ya'alon says enemies understand the price of attacking Israel.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
9/3/2013 9:42:48 PM
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Borderline Views: A new year, a new chief rabbi
Both Sacks and Mirvis are strong Zionists and supporters of the State of Israel.
By DAVID NEWMAN \
9/3/2013 9:44:56 PM
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September 4: Some ‘strategy’
Seldom has the Psalmist admonition “Trust not in princes” been more apt. If Iran is to be stopped, it is Israel that must do it.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
9/3/2013 10:00:17 PM
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Entering the new year with optimism
Let us take a moment to reflect upon some of the internal issues which the 19th Knesset is already tackling.
By DOV LIPMAN \
9/3/2013 10:05:44 PM
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UN's Ban casts doubt on legality of US plans to punish Syria
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon suggests that a US attack on Syria could lead to further turmoil in conflict-ravaged Syria.
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 10:10:26 PM
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Faith and trust
On this day, we express our desire and hope that Divine righteousness will prevail and rule over the entire world.
By RABBI SHMUEL RABINOWITZ \
9/3/2013 10:11:13 PM
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Poll: US public opposes Syria intervention
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 10:14:00 PM
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US credibility on Iran at stake in Syria decision, Hagel says
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 10:17:49 PM
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Greeting 5774
The growing rift between the West and the East over the Syrian crisis and other issues has major implications for Israel’s foreign policy.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
9/3/2013 10:20:52 PM
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Kerry lobbies Senate on Syria: 'Iran is hoping you look the other way'
National security team makes case for attack against Syria.
By MICHAEL WILNER \
9/3/2013 10:40:25 PM
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Thousands of Islamists take to Egypt's streets again
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 10:41:14 PM
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Kerry doesn't want Syria option to preclude US troops
By REUTERS \
9/3/2013 10:52:11 PM
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Your Taxes: The latest tax wrap-up
One of its main measures is a massive tax attack on trusts set up by foreign residents for the benefit of Israeli residents.
By LEON HARRIS \
9/3/2013 10:55:44 PM
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Ya’alon: Settlement evacuations is not part of new talks with Palestinians
Defense minister says West Bank settlements are important to Israel's homefront defense, need to be strengthened.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
9/4/2013 10:23:23 AM
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Former PM Sharon undergoes routine surgery, condition remains stable
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 11:34:15 PM
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AIPAC comes out in support of Obama's plan for Syria strikes
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
9/3/2013 11:40:08 PM