Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

Arabs Demand "Right of Return"

At a conference in Jerusalem Arab representatives declared that the "right of return" of Arab refugees is a cornerstone for negotiations

Arabs Demand "Right of Return"

Atzmaut - a Religious Holiday

Rabbi Rafi Feurstein, Chairman of Tzohar Rabbis speaks about the religious meaning and value of Israel's Independence Day

Atzmaut - a Religious Holiday

"My 1st Atzmaut as an Israeli"

Rabbi Shimshon Nadel made immigrated to Israel last summer and is now celebrating Israel's Independence Day for the first time ever as an Israeli

"My 1st Atzmaut as an Israeli"

Independence Greetings on Video

The days of remembrance and independence are days used by the Bnei Akiva youth group to strengthen their Zionist education. Watch two videos.

Independence Greetings on Video

The Lessons Behind the Graves

In addition to paying respects to fallen soldiers, many come to military cemeteries Monday to hear the stories of the heroes and be inspired.

The Lessons Behind the Graves

Intl. Virtual Math Olympics

The Ariel University Center recently hosted the online Math Olympics, a competition including groups from Israel and around the world.

Intl. Virtual Math Olympics

AACI - Acclimating the Anglos

A visit to the new AACI center, where North Americans meet to better acclimate to Israeli society while spending time with "people like them."

AACI - Acclimating the Anglos

'Israel Added Color to My Art'

Artist Geula Twerski talks about the connection between Aliyah and her paintings.

'Israel Added Color to My Art'

Israel: A Religion-Based State

Former Amb. to Belgium & Switzerland: World must learn that the State of Israel is first and foremost connected to its Jewish history and heritage

Israel: A Religion-Based State

Expert: "Zionism Almost Died"

Dr. Yitzchak Klein, Director of the Israel Policy Institute in Jerusalem, chaired a panel on "Renewing Zionism" at the Ramle Conference.

Expert: "Zionism Almost Died"

MK Katz: I Would Say No to Obama

MK Ya'akov Katz: Prime Minister Netanyahu must act as if the United States administration is demanding that Jews eat pork in condition for peace

MK Katz: I Would Say No to Obama

'PA Arabs Contaminating Water'

National Infrastructure Minister MK Uzi Landau: Arabs are receiving clean water from us and are returning sewage. This is ruining the environment

'PA Arabs Contaminating Water'

MK Hotovely Says Confront US

Likud Knesset Member Tzipi Hotovely: American Jewry feels embarrassed in wake of their leadership's policy. Israeli government must confront.

MK Hotovely Says Confront US

Video: Pre-Passover Kindness

Arutz Sheva TV joins one of the Hessed organizations during the days of charity and goodness before the festival of Pesach.

Video: Pre-Passover Kindness

MKs: Timing Excuse Irrelevant

National Union MKs toured the Old City of Jerusalem Wedensday and walked around the Temple Mount.

MKs: Timing Excuse Irrelevant

Why did the Rabbi Hold the Goat?

Holding a young goat, Rabbi Yehuda Glick walked down the streets of Jerusalem and offered passersby the chance to join the Passover sacrifice.

Why did the Rabbi Hold the Goat?

Landau: US Jewry is on Our Side

After returning from the US, National Infrastructure Minister Uzi Landau, expresses support for Netanyahu following the latest US-Israel tension.

Landau: US Jewry is on Our Side

Talent Event for Samaria's Youth

Samaria (Shomron) Council head about local youth talent event: "We see great importance in empowering our youth - the future of our communities"

Talent Event for Samaria's Youth

Can Torah and Science Coexist?

The annual Torah and Science Conference dealt with Shabbat and technology, chemistry and kashrut, Rabbinic literature and scientific knowledge

Can Torah and Science Coexist?

Meet the Ezra Youth Movement

Ezra staff members speak about the significance of the definition of the movement and the contribution Ezra has on lives of young boys and girls.

Meet the Ezra Youth Movement

Expert: Iraq is Developing

Arutz Sheva TV spoke with Middle East expert Reuven Merhav, at the International conference on 'Iraq Today: Between Unity and Disintegration'

Expert: Iraq is Developing

Attack on Iran – Last Resort

Uri Lubrani, fmr. ambassador to Iran: 'Change will come if the world encourages internal change in Iran. I don't believe in any military action.'

Attack on Iran – Last Resort

Video: Girls Hike to Jerusalem

Join the students of The Bnei Akiva Tzfira High School for Girls on their three day hike from the school to Jerusalem

Video: Girls Hike to Jerusalem

'Kibbutz' Settlers Visit Samaria

Administrators of Negev region identified with left-wing politics toured Samaria local authority, where they were greeted as 'an inspiration.'

'Kibbutz' Settlers Visit Samaria

Promoting Aliya Thru Parliament

Arutz Sheva TV attended the Aliya conference in the Knesset and spoke with participants about the Knesset's citing the importance of aliyah.

Promoting Aliya Thru Parliament

Danon: PM Will Stand Strong

Likud MK Danon: "Netanyahu said that the timing was problematic, but on the issue of the right of Jews to build in Jerusalem, he was very clear"

Danon: PM Will Stand Strong

The Changing Nature of Terrorism

MK Moshe Ya'alon, former IDF Chief of Staff, and now Minister for Strategic Affairs, speaks on how to deal with the Muslim terror threat.

The Changing Nature of Terrorism

Art and Judaism Coexist

The Wollinitz Tzvia Art School for Girls held an exhibition this week of students' final projects at the Jerusalem City Hall

Art and Judaism Coexist

From Music to Combat in the IDF

Yoni Kempinski met the young singer who will be joining an IDF combat unit a few days after he produced his second Jewish-Music album

From Music to Combat in the IDF

First Ever "Kosher" Mobile Web

Cellcom & Internet Rimon release a new development in the field of mobile Internet: filtering to prevent exposure to unwanted content

First Ever "Kosher" Mobile Web

Counter-Terror Officers on Visit

90 senior counter terrorism officers from around the world came to Israel to learn from Israel's experience in this field.

Counter-Terror Officers on Visit

Video: Rebuilt Hurva Synagogue

A week before the official dedication - see the inside of the restored and rebuilt Hurva synagogue in the Old City of Jerusalem

Video: Rebuilt Hurva Synagogue

Video: Jewish Rights in Capital

Maj. Gen. (res.) Dayan visited Jewish communities in eastern Jerusalem and declared that Jews should be allowed to live in any place in Jerusalem

Video: Jewish Rights in Capital

British Hassidic Star in Israel

Yoni Kempinski meets Hassidic singer Shloime Gertner, now in Israel honor of his new album "Say Asay."

British Hassidic Star in Israel

IDF Orphans Bar-Bat Mitzvah

The IDF holds its annual celebration for children of fallen soldiers who have become bar or bat mitzva.

IDF Orphans Bar-Bat Mitzvah

Nationalist 'Women Power'

Nationalist female activists from throughout Israel gathered to found a new organization: NILI – Nationalist Jewish Women

Nationalist 'Women Power'

Tel Aviv 'Train Station Rebbe'

When passengers walk by the booths at the Tel Aviv train station, their attention is caught by the bearded Jew some call the Train Station Rebbe.

Tel Aviv 'Train Station Rebbe'

Mishloach Manot from USA to IDF

ZOA joined forces with the Shomron Liaison Office to distribute more than 1,000 Purim baskets at army bases in Samaria.

Mishloach Manot from USA to IDF

Video: Jerusalem - Growth Engine

Jewish Agency delegation hears about the uniqueness of Jerusalem, not only as an historical city but also as a city with hi-tech potential

Video: Jerusalem - Growth Engine

Video: 'Deceived on Facebook'

Asaf Shapira fell victim to deceit through the Internet social networks. Now he offers a book and lectures about web-based dangers

Video: 'Deceived on Facebook'