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Breaking News
IDF readies ‘firm, but non-lethal’ response along borders
As 1967 war anniversary nears, military bolstering North in preparation for "Naksa Day" marches; Lebanese army reportedly keen to avoid border breach.
US to increase Israel missile funding in 2012
Missile defense funds increased to $235.7 m. for 2012; up from $217.7 m. in 2011; aid to go to Arrow 2, Arrow 3, David’s Sling projects.
Israel ignoring Ankara rants to avoid role in elections
In an effort to prevent exploitation in Turkey's national elections in June, J'lem is turning a deaf ear to Davutoglu’s anti-Israel comments.
2011: No housing starts in 2 largest W. Bank settlements
In first quarter of 2011, Modi’in Illit and Betar Illit suffer an unusual absence of housing starts, initial CBS findings show.
Dagan: From what I know, Ofer bros. didn't break the law
Former Mossad chief says "there's no law against docking in Iran," there's no embargo, only sanctions; says he's looking after Israel.
Watch: Coldplay promotes pro-Palestinian music video
Music sensations get attention for posting OneWorld video on their Facebook page, endorsed by ICAHD UK, Jews for Justice for Palestinians.
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The Alisa Flatow Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Alisa Flatow Memorial Scholarship Fund is dedicated to the memory of Alisa Flatow, a 20-year-old student studying in Israel murdered in a terrorist attack in near the settlement of Kfar...
24 arrested, 3 wounded in Jerusalem Day skirmish
40,000 join flag parade marking anniversary of Six Day War; despite controversial route through Sheikh Jarrah, protesters face off near Old City.
'Iranian dissident dies after scuffle with security forces'
Opposition websites say regime forces began clashes with dissidents at the funeral of veteran activist; US calls on Iran to investigate.
NY LGBT Center slammed as center of anti-Israel activity
Manhattan institution providing fig leaf for Arab homophobia, Wiesenthal Center says.
Lieberman denies Clinton canceled Paris meeting
Foreign minister's spokesperson says no meeting was ever scheduled; FM, Clinton haven't met since her trip to Israel last September.
In Kabul's only synagogue, Afghan merchants set up shop
Afghanistan's last Jew opens synagogue for business; "some customers know about the Jew upstairs, but they don't care," one merchant says.
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JPPI's Policy Recommendation:
Efforts should be made to prevent the conflict in the Middle East from turning into a bone of contention between the Republicans and the Democrats
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Russia’s Jewish educational spring
In 2011, a quiet triumph of Jewish academic, cultural, religious life was achieved with opening of city’s first Jewish studies department.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL
All Accolades, No Action
After Netanyahu’s triumphant tour of Washington, center-left critics ask whether the premier has simply convinced people of the righteousness of the roadblocks he’s laid on the path to peace.
By LESLIE SUSSER
On the 44th anniversary...
Conversations with residents of 4 quarters of Jerusalem’s Old City prompts reflections on the past, present and future of the city.
By JEREMY SHARON
Features
Michael Medved brings his listeners to see Israel
Popular US radio talk show hosts has just brought a group of over 100 Jews and non-Jews to engage with the ‘life-affirming aspects’ of Israel.
By BEN HARTMAN
IDF paratrooper returns to Kotel to 'update' iconic photo
Watch: Jehuda Hartman was 22 on June 7, 1967 when he stood in awe at the liberated Western Wall; 44 years later, he recreates the shot.
By MORDECHAI I. TWERSKY
‘Holding the world in the middle’
Jerusalem neighborhoods on other side of security barrier struggle with the best, and the worst, of both worlds.
By MELANIE LIDMAN
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Lifestyle
Healthy Eating: Say Cheese
Some people say this dairy favorite is full of artery-clogging fat, while others swear by it. Find out the good and bad news about cheese.
By KATHRYN RUBIN
CITYsights: Remembering the trenches
If Western Wall stands for exhilarating triumph of Six-Day War, Ammunition Hill is sobering symbol of the price of military victory.
By ITRAVELJERUSALEM TEAM
Wine Talk: Summer wine
The hot summer months present a classic opportunity to enjoy cold white, rose or even sparkling varieties.
By ADAM MONTEFIORE
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BDS brouhaha threatens to taint Limmud Australia
Australian Jewry is grappling with controversy following the banning of BDS-aligned speakers, establishment of New Israel Fund chapter.
By JTA
Settler's gather to celebrate J'lem Day at Joseph's Tomb
Photo Gallery: Activists call on government to restore Israeli sovereignty over pilgrimage site in Nablus.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF
Gov't failures in Falash Mura immigration decried
Ethiopian leaders, NGOs say gov't isn't adequately assisting, supporting thousands of Jews waiting to make aliya, not preparing.
By RUTH EGLASH
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Science & Environment
Health Ministry to recommend limiting kids' cell use
After World Health Organization says cell phone use may raise cancer risk, move aims to protect the most vulnerable demographic: children.
By REUTERS AND JPOST.COM STAFF
Shuttle Endeavour lands in Florida after its final flight
Mission was 2nd-to-last in NASA program which will end to make way for new spacecraft that can travel beyond space station orbit.
By REUTERS
Not now, dear: Female butterfly closes wings to avoid sex
Japanese researcher says one kind of female butterfly who has already mated closes her wings when "stubborn" males try to court her.
By REUTERS
Premium Zone
Was Netanyahu right to rebuff Obama?
By AVI PERRY
Holy (Hi-Tech) Cow
By SHLOMO MAITAL
Changing Israel's initiative at the negotiating table
By ROBBIE SABEL
Hamas, not Israel, must feel the pressure over Gilad
By EVELYN GORDON
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A word on your Arab citizens
MOHAMMAD DARAWSHE
Ours is not to reason why
LARRY DERFNER
After the Obama- Netanyahu falling out
ISI LEIBLER
Is Gaza still occupied?
EUGENE KONTOROVICH AND PAULA KWESKIN
No such thing as the better devil
ZALMAN SHOVAL
Are all dictators created equal?
MICHAEL FREUND
Deny at your peril
SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF
Peace in Jerusalem
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