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Millennia before writing, ancient Holy Land etchings tracked passage of seasons

Millennia before writing, ancient Holy Land etchings tracked passage of seasons

16,500-year-old bird’s head carved into limestone plaque from Ein Qashish may be among oldest ritual objects ever found in the Levant   A collection of… Read More ›

‘99% of old buildings in Israel not earthquake safe’

‘99% of old buildings in Israel not earthquake safe’

Despite legislation and incentives, the vast majority of structures in Israel have not undergone any fortification in preparation, leaving them extremely vulnerable to earthquakes; as… Read More ›

First officer testifies in Elor Azaria’s favor

First officer testifies in Elor Azaria’s favor

As Sgt. Azaria’s defense team summon witnesses to the dock for a second day, Lt. ‘M’ tells the court that ‘there was crazy pressure after… Read More ›

Will Israelis soon be allowed to cast absentee ballots?

Will Israelis soon be allowed to cast absentee ballots?

Broad spectrum of MKs back absentee voting for Israelis; Netanyahu has long supported allowing voting abroad; Gal-On says bill is meant to reduce Arab influence… Read More ›

The Obama presidency, Israel, national security and human rights

The Obama presidency, Israel, national security and human rights

Ensnared by events, Barack Obama ended up as a Democratic president who endorsed indefinite armed conflict and targeted killings.   US President Barack Obama’s dreams of… Read More ›

‘It’s kind of like Purim’

‘It’s kind of like Purim’

Thousands of young enthusiasts of Japanese anime attend Jerusalem convention.   Bugs Bunny it is not, Dressed in brilliantly colored, sometimes risqué, otherworldly outfits, and… Read More ›

Netanyahu, Liberman want Hamas win in local elections, Fatah officials claim

Netanyahu, Liberman want Hamas win in local elections, Fatah officials claim

Abbas associates say gains by Islamists would justify Israeli rejectionism; Fatah showing unity in ranks ahead of vote   With Fatah and Hamas locked in… Read More ›

Eyeing elections, Palestinians vote to tamp down on Gaza flare-up

Eyeing elections, Palestinians vote to tamp down on Gaza flare-up

Analysis: Hamas and Fatah don’t want war now, and while Israel’s response may have looked tougher than normal, it continued the proud tradition of using… Read More ›

Fatah said to beg Abbas: Cancel local elections, Hamas will win West Bank

Fatah said to beg Abbas: Cancel local elections, Hamas will win West Bank

TV report: Officials say victory for terror group will mean demise of president’s party, while Israel fears PA could be discredited by electoral loss  … Read More ›

Ahmed Dawabsheh visits home of Hamas terrorist

Ahmed Dawabsheh visits home of Hamas terrorist

The sole survivor of the Duma arson, Ahmed Dawabshe, was taken by his grandfather to pay a solidarity visit to the destroyed house of a… Read More ›

Oldest human remains found outside Tel Aviv

Oldest human remains found outside Tel Aviv

Located outside of Rosh HaAyin and Tel Aviv, Qesem Cave was accidentally discovered during road work 16 years ago; since then, the cave has revealed… Read More ›

The defense minister is in

The defense minister is in

Op-ed: Minister of Defense Avigdor Lieberman isn’t especially hesitant to act on his authority, even though his tenure has only recently begun; if the Israeli… Read More ›

Coalition crisis: Haredi leaders demand emergency meeting with Netanyahu

Coalition crisis: Haredi leaders demand emergency meeting with Netanyahu

Sources say haredi leaders to demand PM sacks Katz; Gafni “Katz a liar, no agreement for Shabbat work.”   Ultra-Orthodox party leaders on Saturday night… Read More ›

Palestinian town Sa’ir at odds with PA Water Authority over water theft

Palestinian town Sa’ir at odds with PA Water Authority over water theft

Residents of the village Sa’ir have been known to divert water from the village’s pipes, the latest case accuses the municipality as behind the theft.… Read More ›

Spanish court overturns regional Israel boycott

Spanish court overturns regional Israel boycott

Ignacio Wenley Palacios, the ACOM lawyer leading the anti-boycott effort in Spain, said the BDS movement is “thinly disguised under a veil of a deceiving… Read More ›

Burkini ban great for business, says Israeli-French modest swimsuits maker

Burkini ban great for business, says Israeli-French modest swimsuits maker

Founder of Sea Secret fashion label devout women predicts boosted sales after controversial ban ignites divisive debate   JTA — According to the latest tally,… Read More ›

UK Labour parley at risk as Israel-linked security firm it spurned rejects plea for help

UK Labour parley at risk as Israel-linked security firm it spurned rejects plea for help

Main opposition party, led by Israel critic Jeremy Corbyn, may have to cancel flagship conference next month if it can’t find last-minute replacement for G4S… Read More ›

Clinton slams Trump for taking anti-Semitic hate groups mainstream

Clinton slams Trump for taking anti-Semitic hate groups mainstream

Amid controversy over her emails and family foundation, Democratic nominee assails GOP rival for popularizing ‘alt-right’ fringe movement   WASHINGTON — In her most blistering… Read More ›

Barnoar shooting: 2.2 million shekels to accused murderer’s family

Barnoar shooting: 2.2 million shekels to accused murderer’s family

The Felicians will be compensated with NIS 2.2 million for being wrongfully accused and harrassed by the police after Hagai Felician was accused of being… Read More ›

Israeli fans in France greeted with Palestinian flags, Israeli flags banned

Israeli fans in France greeted with Palestinian flags, Israeli flags banned

Security measures had been stepped up ahead of the Europa League soccer match between St. Etienne and Beitar Jerusalem in France on Thursday.   After… Read More ›