Terrorists Fire Kassam, Mortar
Kassam and mortar fired from Gaza into Israel land in Eshkol Regional Council; no injuries or damage.
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Cheese Protest Becomes Inquiry
As more than 90,000 Israelis promise to stop buying cottage, a Knesset committee is formed to investigate dairy prices.
Lawyer: Mubarak Has Cancer
Former Egyptian President's lawyer says his client is suffering from cancer, while his doctors deny the report.
Mosque Construction in Contempt
High Court discusses an appeal over an illegal mosque in Burin. The construction of the mosque is in “contempt of the law," say judges.
Expert: Lack of Peace a Threat
Professor Niall Ferguson of Harvard University believes that the lack of a peace agreement between Israel and the PA makes Israel isolated.
Seculars Won't Study with Arabs
Survey conducted for the Caesarea Conference finds that most secular Israelis aged 18 to 22 are reluctant to study with Hareidim and Arabs.
Lawmakers to Stop Hizbullah Aid
New legislation introduced by Jewish and Lebanese Congressmen would stop U.S. funds from going to Hizbullah.
Toronto to Update Policy
Motion passed would see Canada's largest city updating its anti-discrimination policy so that "Israeli Apartheid" violates city standards.
Fatah-Hamas Unity Off – For Now
Talks between rivals Fatah and Hamas break down for now, possibly over the identity of the Prime Minister in the PA interim government.
Prisoners: Swap Us for Grapel
Egyptian prisoners in Israel send letter to Egypt’s Foreign Minister asking to be released in exchange for Israeli "spy" Ilan Grapel.
Israel Allows Aid to Enter Gaza
Israel allows Turkish-made medical supplies to enter Gaza, amidst continued reports of a "siege" on the flourishing Strip.
Video and Photos: Lunar Eclipse
On Wednesday night, as a full and rare lunar eclipse was seen in Israel’s skies, Jerusalem celebrated with the Festival of Light.
4 Killed in Netanya Explosion
Four people killed and dozens wounded after a large gas explosion ripped through a four-story building in Netanya.
Circumcision Ban Turns Ugly
Long-nosed Jewish mohel stars in anti-circumcision promoter's comics as U.S. lawmakers attempt to stop the ban through legislation.
Family Reunited After Expulsion
The Zweig family, formerly of Gush Katif, is finally reunited after six years of living in temporary caravans.
Netanyahu Tries to Lure Kadima
PM Binyamin Netanyahu tries to get Kadima to join coalition by saying his and Kadima's principles are the same.
Jordan: Protest Near AFP Office
Dozens of Jordanians demonstrated near AFP’s offices in Amman over their report of the attack on the King’s motorcade.
Call to Boycott Scottish Whiskey
Jewish organization fed up with Scottish boycotts of Israel, calls U.S. synagogues to boycott whiskey brands made in Scotland.
EU Parliament Against PA State
President of the EU parliament meets in Ramallah with PM Fayyad and says a unilateral Palestinian Authority state is “dangerous."
Lunar Eclipse Wednesday Night
A total lunar eclipse over 100 minutes in length will be visible in Israel Wednesday night, from about 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. local time.
Prayer at Rav Ashi's Tomb
A group of about 100 Breslov Chassidim, secured by IDF soldiers, entered the tomb of the Talmud compiler Rav Ashi for a special prayer service.
IDF to Conduct War Drill
"Turning Point 5" drill will begin on Sunday and last for five days, testing Israel's preparedness for emergency situations.
Sens. Challenge Obama on Israel
A resolution introduced by several U.S. lawmakers challenges Obama’s policy on Israel by opposing an Israeli withdrawal to 1949 armistice lines.
Abdullah Not Serious on Reforms
While Jordan’s King Abdullah promised democratic reforms, Dr. Assaf David of Hebrew U believes his intentions are neither serious nor genuine.
Medical Supplies Go to Gaza
Crisis in Gaza? Despite Hamas' rule in the Strip, Israel allows for medical equipment and medical staff to enter the region.
Fischer Won’t Head IMF
Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer disqualified from the race to head the International Monetary Fund due to his age.
Hope No 'Arab Spring' in Jordan
The Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee holds a conference on preparedness of local authorities for emergency situations.
PA Arabs Plan Human Chain
PA Arabs launch a Facebook campaign in which they call on Arabs to create “the largest human chain” in support of a Palestinian state.
IDF Letter Targets J&S Residents
IDF’s Judea and Samaria division commander sends letter asking to investigate soldiers who live in Judea and Samaria.
1,500-Year-Old Building Found
A 1,500-year-old building dating to the Byzantine Period has been found in excavations conducted by the IAA in the northern Israeli city of Akko.
Saar Zigzags on Summer Vacation
Less than a week after he announced that summer vacation would end earlier than usual, Education Minister Saar reversed the decision.
Hevron Street Kept Safe for Jews
After 7 years of discussions, Supreme Court rejects Arab appeals that a Jewish street in Hevron be opened to Arab traffic.
Protest: Block Money to Gaza
In a protest on Friday, protesters will call on the Israeli government to stop transferring money to Hamas as long as Gilad Shalit is held captive.
Video: Debate Over Shalit Price
Heads of the Terror Victims Association & the Gilad Shalit Action Committee debate the price for the release of the kidnapped IDF soldier.
1st Yahrzeit of Rabbi Eliyahu
First anniversary of the death of Israel's revered and beloved former Chief Sephardic Rabbi marked in special ceremony in Jerusalem.
C'tee Approves Iran Legislation
Ministerial Committee approves a bill which prohibits investment in corporations that deal with Iran. The penalty: 1 year in prison and a fine.
Lightning Strikes Peres' Plane
Lightning struck the plane which carried President Shimon Peres from Milan to Tel Aviv. The plane was not damaged, and Peres himself remained calm.
Sammy Ofer Laid to Rest
Dozens participate in funeral of rich Israeli businessman Sammy Ofer, who died Friday at the age of 89. "You were a great man," said his son.
Military is Ready for Naksa Day
Former IDF commander in Lebanon, says: "The IDF has learned the proper lessons from Nakba Day and is ready for the Naksa Day protests."
MKs: Perpetuate Sites in Stamps
MKs write Communications Minister Kahlon, suggesting that Judea and Samaria heritage sites be perpetuated in stamps.