Articles by: JewishNews-Ben

Ex-US envoy Friedman: We’ll bring thousands of Muslim tourists to Jerusalem

Ex-US envoy Friedman: We’ll bring thousands of Muslim tourists to Jerusalem

At gala opening of Peace through Strength Center, former ambassador says Arab-Israeli conflict on cusp of ending; Pompeo swipes Biden over Afghanistan withdrawal   Speaking… Read More ›

China could be ready to mount a ‘full-scale’ invasion of Taiwan by 2025, island’s defense minister says

China could be ready to mount a ‘full-scale’ invasion of Taiwan by 2025, island’s defense minister says

China could be capable of mounting a “full-scale” invasion of Taiwan by 2025, the island’s defense minister said Wednesday — days after record numbers of… Read More ›

Israel is paying price for neglecting Arab sector during pandemic

Israel is paying price for neglecting Arab sector during pandemic

Opinion: High COVID infection rates in Arab Israeli communities is a result of the government’s poor management of the issue, opting instead to shrug the… Read More ›

California man gets life sentence for 2019 Poway synagogue shooting

California man gets life sentence for 2019 Poway synagogue shooting

Agreement with prosecution that spared John T. Earnest the death penalty left little suspense about outcome, but hearing gives 13 victims, families chance to address… Read More ›

Lawsuit: NYPD Still Hiding Discipline Files After Law Change

Lawsuit: NYPD Still Hiding Discipline Files After Law Change

  NEW YORK (AP) — The New York chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union sued New York City’s police department on Thursday, saying it… Read More ›

It’s official. China’s manufacturing industry is in trouble

It’s official. China’s manufacturing industry is in trouble

  Hong Kong – Factories in China are struggling at a time when the world’s second largest economy has to contend with yet another concern:… Read More ›

Chassidim versus Litvaks: Shmini Atzeres

Chassidim versus Litvaks: Shmini Atzeres

by Rabbi Yair Hoffman for 5TJT.com One of the general differences between Litvaks (Misnagdim) and Chassidim lies in what they do on the holiday of… Read More ›

IDF veteran wakes up five months after setting himself on fire

IDF veteran wakes up five months after setting himself on fire

Itzik Saidyan said to be communicating with family as doctors began weaning him off anesthesia; 26-year-old attempted suicide in April after years-long battle with authorities… Read More ›

Bennett to UAE, Bahrain ministers: Jordan and Egypt ‘delighted’ with ties

Bennett to UAE, Bahrain ministers: Jordan and Egypt ‘delighted’ with ties

Meeting with senior Gulf officials in New York ahead of UN speech, prime minister promises stability and continuity in relations; UAE expects trade to top… Read More ›

Explainer: Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine deal is fueling anger in the country. Here’s why

Explainer: Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine deal is fueling anger in the country. Here’s why

The US and UK will be sharing technology and expertise with Australia to help it build nuclear-powered submarines as part of a newly-announced defense pact… Read More ›

Palestinians admit capture of Gilboa prisoners shows Israeli intel prowess

Palestinians admit capture of Gilboa prisoners shows Israeli intel prowess

Palestinian residents of the West Bank suggested that Israel’s recapture of the six fugitives who escaped from Gilboa Prison proves it has collaborators in Jenin.… Read More ›

What to Know About Sukkah Decorations

What to Know About Sukkah Decorations

by Rabbi Yair Hoffman for 5tjt.com There are some fascinating halachos about the Sukkah and its decorations of which some people may be unaware. FORBIDDEN… Read More ›

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Stays In Power As Recall Fails

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Stays In Power As Recall Fails

  SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday became the second governor in U.S. history to defeat a recall aimed at kicking… Read More ›

Taliban gives thousands of Kandahar residents three days to leave their homes, protesters say

Taliban gives thousands of Kandahar residents three days to leave their homes, protesters say

Hundreds of people protested in the southern Afghan city of Kandahar Tuesday, against what they say are Taliban orders for citizens to leave their homes… Read More ›

New Jersey’s Largest Dairy Farm Nearly Destroyed In Tornado

New Jersey’s Largest Dairy Farm Nearly Destroyed In Tornado

  The morning after one of the most intense tornados recorded in New Jersey history all but demolished the largest dairy farm in the state,… Read More ›

Israel president meets Jordanian king to cultivate ties

Israel president meets Jordanian king to cultivate ties

Herzog’s visit in Amman comes at the invitation of the king where according to a statement the two men discussed a series of political and… Read More ›

Cabinet set to approve nominations of ambassadors to US, Canada

Cabinet set to approve nominations of ambassadors to US, Canada

Retired Brig. Gen. Michael Herzog, brother of the president, expected to be tapped envoy to Washington; candidate for Ottawa position is former Yesh Atid MK… Read More ›

At least 46 people have died after floodwaters from Ida’s remnants swamp cities from Virginia to New England

At least 46 people have died after floodwaters from Ida’s remnants swamp cities from Virginia to New England

The death toll from flooding after the remnants of Hurricane Ida pummeled cities in the East rose sharply to 46 on Thursday after New Jersey… Read More ›

In first top-level meeting in a decade, Gantz holds talks with Abbas in Ramallah

In first top-level meeting in a decade, Gantz holds talks with Abbas in Ramallah

Sit-down comes after Bennett returns from meeting Biden in Washington; Defense Minister says Israel is ready to boost Palestinian Authority’s ailing economy   Palestinian Authority… Read More ›

The West must wake up to the threat of Jihad

The West must wake up to the threat of Jihad

Opinion: It’s not by accident that Bennett’s postponed meeting with Biden coincided with the deadly attack on Kabul airport, which showed how ruthless radical Islam… Read More ›