Gary Willig

Gary Willig

News writer. Immigrated from the US in 2012

News by Gary Willig

Cabinet passes across the board budget cuts

The cabinet approved a 1.25%, or 1.2 billion shekel, cut to the 2017-2018 state budget Sunday.

Cabinet passes across the board budget cuts

Oxfam head: Spat with Johansson over Sodastream was a mistake

Head of Oxfam admits publicly sparring with actress Scarlett Johansson over Israeli product cost Oxfam thousands of donors.

Oxfam head: Spat with Johansson over Sodastream was a mistake

Protesters attempt to block bus routes in Beit Shemesh

Protesters in Beit Shemesh attempt to block bus routes after decision to run buses without separation of men and women

Protesters attempt to block bus routes in Beit Shemesh

Police launch investigation into MK Slomiansky

Police launch investigation into allegations against MK Nissan Slomiansky, will decide whether to press charges after gathering testimony.

Police launch investigation into MK Slomiansky

Renewal of Iran sanctions becomes law without Obama signature

Iran Sanctions Act becomes law as President Obama refuses to sign despite passage by overwhelming majorities in Congress.

Renewal of Iran sanctions becomes law without Obama signature

Hamas uses kites to spy on Israel

The IDF reports that Hamas is using kites outfitted with cameras to spy on Israeli towns and the IDF.

Hamas uses kites to spy on Israel

Traces of explosives found on bodies in downed EgyptAir plane

Traces of explosives were found on the bodies of several passengers of the EgyptAir flight which crashed into the Mediterranean Sea in May.

Traces of explosives found on bodies in downed EgyptAir plane

Drunk Kim Jong Un forgets order to generals

North Korean dictator reportedly ordered top generals to write apology letter while drunk, then forgot about the order when he became sober.

Drunk Kim Jong Un forgets order to generals

Committee set up to determine criteria for recognition of rabbis

One of rabbis who rejected Rabbi Haskel Lookstein's conversions in July joins committee to determine standards for recognition of rabbis.

Committee set up to determine criteria for recognition of rabbis

Haredi soldier deserts over order to shave beard

A haredi soldier was jailed for leaving his base after his exemption to keep his beard was revoked against the base rabbi's recommendation.

Haredi soldier deserts over order to shave beard

Poll: Majority of PA Arabs want Trump to ignore peace process

Majority of PA Arabs no longer believe in Two-State Solution, want President-elect Trump to stay away from the peace process.

Poll: Majority of PA Arabs want Trump to ignore peace process

Iran starts nuclear program after US 'violation' of deal

Iranian President orders scientists to develop nuclear powered propellers for marine transportation after Congress extends sanctions.

Iran starts nuclear program after US 'violation' of deal

Trump campaign manager: He will move US embassy to Jerusalem

Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway says President-elect fully intends to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.

Trump campaign manager: He will move US embassy to Jerusalem

Leading Scottish Rabbi attacked in Edinburgh

Family of leading Scottish Rabbi assaulted by woman not far from seat of Scottish parliament.

Leading Scottish Rabbi attacked in Edinburgh

Trump names Gen. John Kelly as Secretary of Homeland Security

President-elect Trump named retired Gen. John Kelly as his choice for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

Trump names Gen. John Kelly as Secretary of Homeland Security

JNF, haredi charities lose big after investments tank

Leading Israeli non-profits, including the JNF and Kupat Ha'Ir, lose millions of shekels after investing in housing fund.

JNF, haredi charities lose big after investments tank

'Jerusalem Monopoly' headed to a toy store near you

Special Jerusalem-based version of popular board game Monopoly arrives as city prepares to celebrate 50 years since reunification.

'Jerusalem Monopoly' headed to a toy store near you

Israel to hold bodies of Hamas terrorists, return other bodies

Security cabinet decides to return bodies of all Arab terrorists - except for those affiliated with Hamas.

Israel to hold bodies of Hamas terrorists, return other bodies

Liberman: Israel stopped Hezbollah from getting chemical weapons

Defense Minister says Israel has acted to prevent the smuggling of Syrian chemical weapons to Hezbollah.

Liberman: Israel stopped Hezbollah from getting chemical weapons

'Eat pork!' Haredi officer threatened by extremists at home

The head of haredi recruitment in Bnei Brak receives letter at home threatening him if he does not quit position in IDF.

'Eat pork!' Haredi officer threatened by extremists at home

PM: Push for Britain to apologize for Balfour shows why no peace

PM Netanyahu says PA campaign to force Britain to apologize for Balfour Declaration further proof it is not willing to accept Jewish State.

PM: Push for Britain to apologize for Balfour shows why no peace

Son of 'Sopranos' actor arrested for spray-painting swastika

The son of Sopranos star Michael Imperioli was arrested for spray-painting a swastika on a college campus in New York State.

Son of 'Sopranos' actor arrested for spray-painting swastika

Trump appoints EPA critic to head environmental agency

President-elect Donald Trump has selected Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt to head the Environmental Protection Agency.

Trump appoints EPA critic to head environmental agency

Terrorist murderer on list of Israeli university's famous alumni

The Open University website lists arch-terrorist Samir Kuntar, who smashed a 4 year old's skull, as a 'famous graduate.'

Terrorist murderer on list of Israeli university's famous alumni

Report: Britain spied on Israeli diplomats

A report states that British intelligence spied on Israeli diplomats, the IDF, and even private Israeli companies.

Report: Britain spied on Israeli diplomats

Stained glass window smashed in attack on Philadelphia Synagogue

A rock was thrown through a stained glass window at a Philadelphia synagogue right before Shabbat services were to begin.

Stained glass window smashed in attack on Philadelphia Synagogue

Campaign launched to sponsor families affected by fires

Journalist David Bedein launches campaign for synagogues around the world to sponsor Israeli families who lost their homes to recent fires.

Campaign launched to sponsor families affected by fires

Nevada Lieutenant Governor introduces anti-BDS legislation

Nevada is the latest state to introduce anti-BDS legislation to counter hate and discrimination.

Nevada Lieutenant Governor introduces anti-BDS legislation

Twitter grants verification to Muslim Brotherhood organ

Twitter granted verification to English mouthpiece of Muslim Brotherhood despite condemnation of Brotherhood as a terrorist organization.

Twitter grants verification to Muslim Brotherhood organ

Jews included in Columbia U. 'Indigenous People Unite' event

Event highlighting rights and struggles of indigenous peoples, including the Jewish people, to be held at Colombia University.

Jews included in Columbia U. 'Indigenous People Unite' event

IDF veterans harassed by companies offering fake benefits

Report says companies posing as the Defense Ministry are calling IDF veterans and offering fraudulent benefits in scams.

IDF veterans harassed by companies offering fake benefits

Kosovo President bans sale of anti-Semitic literature

The President of Kosovo has banned the sale of anti-Semitic literature in his country after complaints by anti-Semitism experts.

Kosovo President bans sale of anti-Semitic literature

Senate unanimously votes to extend Iran sanctions

US Senate votes 99-0 to extend the Iran Sanctions Act by 10 years.

Senate unanimously votes to extend Iran sanctions

Trump elector says he's receiving death threats

A college student from Michigan said Wednesday that he has received death threats after being chosen to cast an Electoral College vote.

Trump elector says he's receiving death threats

ADL: Rep. Ellison's remarks on Israel 'deeply disturbing'

ADL questions Keith Ellison's suitability to serve as head of the DNC after recording surfaces of him saying Israel 'governs' US policy.

ADL: Rep. Ellison's remarks on Israel 'deeply disturbing'

Report: MOU's restrictions on Israel may be unconstitutional

Bipartisan group of congressmen claims the new Memorandum of Understanding is unconstitutional for preventing Israel from seeking more aid.

Report: MOU's restrictions on Israel may be unconstitutional

Ex-Netanyahu Chief of Staff accused of sexual assault

The PM's former Chief of Staff Gil Shefer has been named as the person under investigation for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman.

Ex-Netanyahu Chief of Staff accused of sexual assault

Kent State threatened with legal action over Golda Meir quote

Anti-Israel groups threaten legal action against Kent State University for not removing exhibit and quote about Golda Meir.

Kent State threatened with legal action over Golda Meir quote

Trump will abandon his business empire

President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will be completely abandoning his business empire in order to focus on running the country.

Trump will abandon his business empire

Khamenei says Iranian President Rouhani too friendly with US

Iraninian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei criticized Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's policy of "open dialogue" with the West.

Khamenei says Iranian President Rouhani too friendly with US