Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

Video: Show of Unity at Impromptu Prayer Rally

Residents flock to late-night memorial from all over the Gush Etzion region.

Video: Show of Unity at Impromptu Prayer Rally

Watch: Summing Up Knesset Session with Huckabee

Participants say special Knesset session with former Arkansas governor as a great success.

Watch: Summing Up Knesset Session with Huckabee

Keren Heyesod Visits the Frenkel Family

Members of Keren Hayesod-UIA say they were strengthened by the mother of Naftali Frenkel, one of the three kidnapped youths.

Keren Heyesod Visits the Frenkel Family

Members of Youth Movements Take to the Streets

Thousands of Israeli youths took to the streets in an attempt to raise the morale of the public.

Members of Youth Movements Take to the Streets

'We'll hug them soon'

Mother of Kidnapped Teen Naftali Frenkel Speaks

'They were just boys on their way home from school,' Racheli Frenkel states, tearfully, to reporters.

Mother of Kidnapped Teen Naftali Frenkel Speaks

Watch: Prayer in Yeshiva of Kidnapped Boys

Chief Rabbi leads prayer session in national-religious school system, as IDF Chief Rabbi calls on nation to overcome differences and unify.

Watch: Prayer in Yeshiva of Kidnapped Boys

Video: IDF Forces Searching for Teens in Hevron

Footage from a camera on the helmet of one of the IDF soldiers in Hevron gives rare glimpse into operation to locate the missing teens.

Video: IDF Forces Searching for Teens in Hevron

Israel Will Always Live by the Sword, Says Amidror

Former National Security Adviser provides a pessimistic forecast regarding Israel's ability to evade future wars.

Israel Will Always Live by the Sword, Says Amidror

Businesses and Companies Adopt IDF Battalions

Project to provide financial, social support to IDF soldiers celebrates seven years - and 150 units sponsored.

Businesses and Companies Adopt IDF Battalions

Watch the 'Lions of Zion' Crowned in Jerusalem

See live feed of Moskowitz Prize for Zionism ceremony, recognizing key nationalists in Israel.

Watch the 'Lions of Zion' Crowned in Jerusalem

'God is not Dead'

How do you 'build faith'? Ambitious new book draws on Russian-born rabbi and scientist's Soviet-era experiences to give an answer.

'God is not Dead'

Great-Grandmothers Link Polish Man to Jewish Past

Tomoho Umeda's great-grandmothers were a Jew and a righteous Gentile - and he tells Arutz Sheva his story in a special interview.

Great-Grandmothers Link Polish Man to Jewish Past

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Holocaust Day Culminates at Ghetto Fighters' House

Join live as the final official memorial ceremony takes place at the Holocaust and Jewish Resistance Heritage Museum.

Holocaust Day Culminates at Ghetto Fighters' House

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'March of the Living' at Auschwitz Birkenau

Thousands are participating in the powerful annual march through the Nazi death camps. Join live for the main ceremony.

'March of the Living' at Auschwitz Birkenau

Jewish Life in Europe 'Unsustainable'

While violent attacks are decreasing, their intensity grows, Kantor Center report reveals.

Jewish Life in Europe 'Unsustainable'

Protests at Tel Aviv U. Over Terrorist Speaker

Convicted Hezbollah terrorist to speak at 'Land Day' against Israel - and students are outraged.

Protests at Tel Aviv U. Over Terrorist Speaker

Rabbis Gather for Holocaust Memorial in Budapest

Rabbis from across Europe gathered in Budapest to mark the 70th anniversary of the murder of Hungarian Jews by the Nazis.

Rabbis Gather for Holocaust Memorial in Budapest

IDC's Scholarships - Enabling Excellence

How one of Israel's top academic institutions ensures everyone gets a fair chance.

IDC's Scholarships - Enabling Excellence

AIPAC Policy Conf. 2014 Begins in Washington

Panels and speeches will be taking place at the annual conference of the Pro-Israel lobby. Watch AIPAC's Chairman's opening statement.

AIPAC Policy Conf. 2014 Begins in Washington

'Green' Technologies on Display at CleanTech Event

CleanTech 2014 focused on environmental quality, building, renewable energy and water technologies.

'Green' Technologies on Display at CleanTech Event

French, Israeli Students Have 'Bake-Off'

Minister of Tourism, French Ambassador to Israel hold 'bake-off' competition in honor of French Culinary Week.

French, Israeli Students Have 'Bake-Off'

Survivor's Prayer Shawl Returns to Auschwitz

Minister Uri Ariel recited the Kaddish at Auschwitz wrapped in a tallit which belonged to Shlomo Yom Tov-Hauft, a survivor of the camp.

Survivor's Prayer Shawl Returns to Auschwitz

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Watch Live: Canadian PM Harper in Israel

One of the most outspoken supporters of Israel is in the country for an historical visit. Click here to watch the live video coverage.

Watch Live: Canadian PM Harper in Israel

Veteran Jewish Rock Stars Reunited

Almost 10 years since leading a revolution in Jewish music, the members of Reva L'Sheva are coming back to the stage.

Veteran Jewish Rock Stars Reunited

Meet the Israeli Startups Supported by Microsoft

Microsoft Ventures Accelerator graduates third batch of Israeli startups. "Startup nation" continues to attract international companies.

Meet the Israeli Startups Supported by Microsoft

Shabbat Accessibility: How to Make It Happen

Rabbi Dan Marans of Zomet discusses Shabbat-friendly accessibility options in Jewish buildings across North America and Israel.

Shabbat Accessibility: How to Make It Happen

Sydney Chabad Rabbi: Attack Shocked Everyone

Both Jewish community and larger Australian community were shocked by anti-Semitic attack, says Rabbi Eli Feldman.

Sydney Chabad Rabbi: Attack Shocked Everyone

Protest at Minister's Home: Stop Terrorist Release

Protester asks: "Is American blood redder than our blood?"

Protest at Minister's Home: Stop Terrorist Release

Colel Chabad Kindness: Packing Food for the Needy

Colel Chabad officially opened its new "Pantry Packers" facility in Jerusalem on Friday.

Colel Chabad Kindness: Packing Food for the Needy

Music Clip: Jewish Music in the Streets of Vienna

Jerusalem musician Chaim Gold visited Vienna and came back with a musical video for his latest song - "Vea-ha-vatcha".

Music Clip: Jewish Music in the Streets of Vienna

R. Metzger Visits R. Yosef: 'Hoping for Miracles'

Former chief rabbi pays a visit to Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's hospital bed, prays for his recovery.

R. Metzger Visits R. Yosef: 'Hoping for Miracles'

Live Video: The Soon-to-be IDF Soldiers Arrive

Watch live stream from Ben Gurion Airport as the 2nd summer flight of Nefesh B'Nefesh arrives and the Olim are greeted to Israel.

Live Video: The Soon-to-be IDF Soldiers Arrive

OU - Not Only About Kashrut Supervision

Rabbi Avi Berman, Director General of the OU, explains how the organization helps immigrants and IDF soldiers.

OU - Not Only About Kashrut Supervision

Video: Israelis and Visitors Play Ball!

As the Maccabiah games close, a brief look at the remarkable success of the Israeli baseball team - defeating the US and Canada.

Video: Israelis and Visitors Play Ball!

Sneak Peak: Temple Institute's Visitors' Center

The Temple Institute's new Visitors' Center is preparing to open its doors. Arutz Sheva gets a first glance.

Sneak Peak: Temple Institute's Visitors' Center

Lego Art Comes to Israel

‘Art of the Brick’ Lego exhibit comes to Israel. Arutz Sheva talks to the artist behind the phenomenon.

Lego Art Comes to Israel

Discussing Deteriorating Situation on Mt. Olives

The Intl. Committee for the Preservation of Har Hazeitim participated in a special Knesset hearing regarding the situation on Mt. Olives

Discussing Deteriorating Situation on Mt. Olives

ROI: Proud to be Jewish, Proud to Change the World

Young Jewish innovators from around the world meet in Jerusalem. 'The next generation of Jewish leadership.'

ROI: Proud to be Jewish, Proud to Change the World

Bennett: Put an End to Discourse of Hate

The hareidi-religious community is concerned over being drafted into the army and it must be done gently, says Minister Naftali Bennett.

Bennett: Put an End to Discourse of Hate

The Family Ensemble with a Lesson for Life

After preparing a recording in honor of their parents, these siblings went on to form a family Jewish music ensemble with a unique style.

The Family Ensemble with a Lesson for Life