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Rafael Nadal tired of the ‘circus’ surrounding Djokovic’s visa cancellation

Rafael Nadal tired of the ‘circus’ surrounding Djokovic’s visa cancellation

  Melbourne, Australia – Tennis star Rafael Nadal has said decisions have “consequences,” and while he respects his close rival Novak Djokovic, those in the… Read More ›

COVID-19: New Omicron sub variant discovered in Israel

COVID-19: New Omicron sub variant discovered in Israel

Some 20 cases have been discovered so far. The sub variant is thought to have originated in India, and has been found in Canada, Denmark,… Read More ›

Israel once again leaves its elderly high and dry in the face of COVID

Israel once again leaves its elderly high and dry in the face of COVID

Opinion: Without any assistance against the Omicron variant, Israel condemns the weakest in society to a life of poverty and deprivation; It is time to… Read More ›

ANALYSIS: It’s all about ‘turpitude’: Making sense of the Netanyahu plea bargain reports

ANALYSIS: It’s all about ‘turpitude’: Making sense of the Netanyahu plea bargain reports

The former PM wants to stay out of jail. The departing AG wants to secure a conviction. The sides can agree on all that. But… Read More ›

Charedi Mafia: Death Threats, Vandalism, and Protests Against Cell Phone Stores

Charedi Mafia: Death Threats, Vandalism, and Protests Against Cell Phone Stores

  ISRAEL — The Charedi “Cell Phone Mafia” has been wreaking endless havoc on stores in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak. Extremists have vandalized and threatened… Read More ›

Takeaways from the landmark sedition indictment against the Oath Keepers and why DOJ acted now

Takeaways from the landmark sedition indictment against the Oath Keepers and why DOJ acted now

  The Justice Department on Thursday announced the first sedition charges related to the January 6 insurrection, a watershed moment in the year-long investigation. The… Read More ›

As Omicron sweeps through Israel, vaccination still effective, expert says

As Omicron sweeps through Israel, vaccination still effective, expert says

With Omicron cases surging, Ben Gurion University immunologist Tomer Hertz says getting vaccinated or getting a booster is crucial.   Over the past few weeks,… Read More ›

Israeli public finds itself on its own in this virus wave – and it’s okay

Israeli public finds itself on its own in this virus wave – and it’s okay

Opinion: Although the government instructed the public on what it can and cannot do during previous waves of coronavirus, Omicron brings different challenges and should… Read More ›

Interview: Everyone can kvetch and kvell at the hybrid in-person/online NY Jewish Film Festival

Interview: Everyone can kvetch and kvell at the hybrid in-person/online NY Jewish Film Festival

Festival director Aviva Weintraub says even Omicron won’t keep the show from going on January 12-25; audiences will be on the edge of their seats… Read More ›

NYC Mayor Seeking Waiver To Hire Brother For Security Job

NYC Mayor Seeking Waiver To Hire Brother For Security Job

  NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Eric Adams is seeking approval from city ethics officers to hire his brother as the head… Read More ›

As candidates refuse to disavow McConnell, Trump comes to terms with his grip on GOP

As candidates refuse to disavow McConnell, Trump comes to terms with his grip on GOP

Donald Trump is facing weak support among Republicans for his calls to depose Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and aides and allies say it’s forcing… Read More ›

Iran reveals ‘untold story’ of arming Palestinians in Gaza

Iran reveals ‘untold story’ of arming Palestinians in Gaza

Soleimani’s strategy “was able to multiply the power of the resistance against the Zionist regime” by arming them.   Iranian media, to mark the anniversary… Read More ›

Israel must shut down its schools now!

Israel must shut down its schools now!

Opinion: Efforts to keep education system open at all cost have resulted in more and more students becoming infected with coronavirus; state must recognize reality… Read More ›

FM Lapid calls to halt tree planting amid violent Negev protests, coalition trouble

FM Lapid calls to halt tree planting amid violent Negev protests, coalition trouble

PM Bennett’s political partner says it’s time to ‘reorganize’; Ra’am chief responds to Netanyahu criticism: You agreed to stop forestation and more   Amid high… Read More ›

Fauci Dismissed Wuhan Lab Leak Theory As ‘Shiny Object’ In Leaked Emails

Fauci Dismissed Wuhan Lab Leak Theory As ‘Shiny Object’ In Leaked Emails

  WASHINGTON — According to an email thread newly leaked by House Republicans on Tuesday, Dr. fauci dismissed the theory that COVID-19 may have emerged… Read More ›

Top Republicans stand up for Rounds after Trump’s attack: He ‘told the truth’

Top Republicans stand up for Rounds after Trump’s attack: He ‘told the truth’

Senior Republicans are closing ranks behind Sen. Mike Rounds after he endured a scathing attack from former President Donald Trump for acknowledging the reality that… Read More ›

COVID-19: Quarantine for infected to be shortened from 10 to 7 days

COVID-19: Quarantine for infected to be shortened from 10 to 7 days

COVID czar: With 600 serious patients, Israel might lockdown • 32,000 infected, 222 serious patients • Coronavirus cabinet to meet on Tuesday   The quarantine… Read More ›

Bennett’s handling of COVID proves he’s prime minister in title only

Bennett’s handling of COVID proves he’s prime minister in title only

Opinion: Although he’s not facing potential prison time like his predecessor, PM lacks political power over his coalition, to dictate tough policy needed to fight… Read More ›

Interview: View from a COVID ward: With Omicron, even serious patients are breathing easier

Interview: View from a COVID ward: With Omicron, even serious patients are breathing easier

At Jerusalem’s Hadassah Hospital there is a race to open enough beds as cases grow, but relief that Omicron isn’t leaving parents gasping for air… Read More ›

UK Chief Rabbi Secretly Flew to Vienna to Help Desperate Mother Reunite with Kids After Years Apart

UK Chief Rabbi Secretly Flew to Vienna to Help Desperate Mother Reunite with Kids After Years Apart

  ENGLAND — A shocking story has surfaced of a secret trip by the Chief Rabbi of the UK, who flew to Austria in 2018,… Read More ›