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Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:49:22 GMTIsraelis slept more, had worse mood in lockdown - study
"Our research shows that emphasis should be placed on the mental health of youth, who paid heavier prices because of social distancing."
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:44:42 GMTIsrael Police return 7 stolen Torah scrolls to Sderot synagogue
Immediately after the scrolls were identified, the policemen accompanied the scrolls back to their spot in the ark in the synagogue.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:26:31 GMTIsraeli, Croatian businesses meet virtually to extend collaboration
Industries such as agriculture and tourism are two sectors in which Croatian and Israeli businesses could benefit collaboration in, according to the report.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 08:44:40 GMTCoronavirus: Some children back to school, some malls open defying gov’t
New daily cases decrease again and stood at 5,540 on Wednesday.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 08:39:07 GMTHezbollah-like groups surged when Iran Deal lifted sanctions, study finds
The paramilitary groups have a doctrine “designed to outlive the Islamic Republic,” the report explained.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 05:04:20 GMTParents call on law-makers to regulation supervisions in daycares
"The struggle is making its way to leaders of the political parties! Who will show their face to the parents? Who will heed their cries?" a Facebook post by the campaign's managers read.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 04:25:46 GMTCoronavirus: Some Israeli children return to school today
If people want to access hotels, gyms and more they will have to get inoculated, Health Minister says. *Positive tests dropped below 8%
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 03:36:22 GMTRivlin visits IDF snow mountain patrol Alpinist unit on Mount Hermon
Rivlin made his way up the mountain to the alpinists' hut by Snow Cat to speak to the unit soldiers and offer a few words of encouragement, as well as his thanks.
Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:35:35 GMT1 in 73 haredi Orthodox Israelis over age 65 has died of COVID - report
The report by Shomrim, an Israeli investigative journalism nonprofit organization, found that 1.3% of haredim over 65 had died of COVID.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 23:42:31 GMTLost letter on Zionism from ‘Father of the Chinese Nation’ surfaces
In the letter, the pre-Communist era leader venerated until today as the father of the Chinese nation calls Zionism "one of the greatest movements of the present time."
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 21:33:48 GMTIsraeli and Moroccan students will learn about Moroccan Jewish heritage
"Amzazi responded enthusiastically to my proposal," Gallant said, referring to initiating educational trips for students to Morocco. "They will learn about Morocco's grand history.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 21:30:43 GMTThese Israeli teachers stood out during the coronavirus pandemic
While many teachers struggled to reach out to students via distance learning, these teachers proved that quality education is only a matter of choice.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:47:38 GMTIDF completes 'Lightning Storm' exercise in the North
91st Division Commander: the drill improved our preparedness against Hezbollah
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:43:55 GMTIDF demolishes home of the terrorist who murdered Esther Horgen
Palestinian Mohammad Maroh Kabaha was indicted for Horgen's murder last week. He killed her while she was on a run in Reihan forest.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 20:00:32 GMTMore Israelis are learning to speak Arabic than ever before
More Jewish Israelis are taking classes in spoken Arabic than ever before, both in formal and informal frameworks.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:57:35 GMTMistreatment of soldiers by commanders still tops IDF comptroller report
For the first time in years, no complaint about racism.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:54:57 GMTIAF exercises joint drills to maintain ability to operate in the MidEast
The IAF needs a functioning system of command that supports the pilots in carrying out their missions.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:50:46 GMTState Cup Final Four all ready to tip off
Slumping Hapoel Jerusalem takes on Rishon Lezion • Maccabi Tel Aviv tangles with Holon
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:37:08 GMTFrench MP to Netanyahu: Jews need French and Israeli borders to open
"This will encourage both individuals from both Israel and France to get vaccinated," said Habib.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:36:30 GMTIsrael not the reason Biden hasn't called Netanyahu. What is? - analysis
If it were about Israel, Secretary of State Antony Blinken would not have already spoken twice to Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:34:57 GMTIsraeli government to test pizza deliveries by drone this summer
The driverless drones wouldn't deliver the orders to customers' homes, but to about 12 designated drop spots, like parking lots, which will be approved for such use by the government
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:47:01 GMTVaccines should be mandatory for teachers - Health Min. D-G
"The goal is also to protect the teachers themselves, who have previously said that they feel as though they are walking into a battlefield unprotected."
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:31:27 GMTSteven Spielberg Announced as the 2021 Genesis Prize Laureate
The annual $1 million Genesis Prize honors extraordinary individuals for their outstanding professional achievement, contribution to humanity and commitment to Jewish values.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:12:56 GMTJerusalem's Aki-No festival explores the best of Japanese cinema
Seven of the nine films have English and Hebrew titles and two have only Hebrew, so check which are available before buying tickets.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:40:24 GMTIsraeli film, 'White Eye,' makes Oscars shortlist
Palestinian-British director Farah Nabulsi's short film The Present, starring Saleh Bakri, best known for The Band’s Visit, was also shortlisted in the Best Live-Action Short category.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:25:59 GMTIsrael Elections: Yair Lapid vows to help Anglos deal with coronavirus
Says Netanyahu must be replaced so Israel can get along with Biden
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:23:24 GMTIsrael has near-record home sales in December
The rise in sales was attributable in part to rising wealth levels among Israelis as the US stock market soared. Record-low interest rates are also spurring buyers to take mortgages at record levels.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 17:21:48 GMTHOT acquires fiber-optic network to build Israel's high-speed Internet
Israel's Internet infrastructure is generally seen as somewhat outdated, with broadband download speeds that rank about 30th in the world.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 16:46:53 GMTStrong demand, fears as Israel's B&Bs reopen
Vacation rentals, often called zimmers (bed and breakfasts) in Israel, were given permission to reopen for nuclear families only, not groups.
Wed, 10 Feb 2021 15:21:12 GMTIsraelis, Palestinians want separation, skeptical of solutions - study
Israeli Jews and Arabs, as well as West Bank and Gazan Palestinians, were more likely to be uncertain about conflict solutions.