Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

Who Inspires Teens' Observance?

Out of the three groups in a child's life – family, educators and friends – family has the most influence on the level of religious observance.

Who Inspires Teens' Observance?

New Center Will Study Euro Jewry

The Kantor Center, the first of its kind, for the Study of Contemporary European Jewry was inaugurated at Tel Aviv University Monday.

New Center Will Study Euro Jewry

Scientists Return, Counter Drain

While many academics decide to develop their career outside Israel, Israeli universities are bringing 'the best of the best' back home

Scientists Return, Counter Drain

Bar-Ilan U: New Nano-Tech Center

With over 40 technologically-advanced laboratories, the Bar-Ilan Nanotechnology Triplex provides a home for nanotechnology research initiatives

Bar-Ilan U: New Nano-Tech Center

A Life-Changing Year in Israel

Hear participants of One-Year programs in Israel: "Everyone's so friendly here. Israel helps you see the world. I'll tell everyone to come visit."

A Life-Changing Year in Israel

MASA Brings Youth for a Year

The MASA Project held a conference for youths winding up their one-year experience in Israel.

MASA Brings Youth for a Year

Israeli Academics Justify Terror

Israel Policy Center's Dr. Yitzchak Klein tried to explain why Israeli intellectuals support terror, at a seminar on Intellectuals and Terrorism .

Israeli Academics Justify Terror

"Our Slanderers Use Our Tech"

Eden Bar Tal, the Gen. Dir. of the Ministry of Communications: We must let the world know of Israel's contributions in the field of Internet

"Our Slanderers Use Our Tech"

Race in Memory of Katif Soldier

A race was held in memory of fallen IDF soldier Yochanan Hilberg whose grave was relocated in the Gush Katif Expulsion.

Race in Memory of Katif Soldier

Totalling an Airplane

How to get rid of an airplane: a rare, fascinating look at how Israir totalled a non usable craft at the Sde Dov airport near Tel Aviv.

Totalling an Airplane

Pile of Cars to Warn Drivers

In wake of increase in road casualties, a pile of smashed cars in the shape of a wine bottle was placed near Tel Aviv

Pile of Cars to Warn Drivers

Efforts to Counter PM's Pressure

Likud MK Danon is working very hard to convince the Likud members to vote on Thursday against the postponement of the Likud internal elections

Efforts to Counter PM's Pressure

'UN Policies are Based on Lies'

Former Israeli Ambassador to Egypt Tzvi Maz'el responded to the lecture delivered by the UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process

'UN Policies are Based on Lies'

UN Envoy Invokes 1947 Partition

The UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process called to re-divide Jerusalem.

UN Envoy Invokes 1947 Partition

1st Israeli in NBA Visits Israel

Omri Casspi, the NBA's first Israeli, talks about being a representative of Israel and Jews and his belief in G-d that helped him achieve goals.

1st Israeli in NBA Visits Israel

Visit the Herzl Center

The Herzl center teaches visitors about Herzl's background, his experiences with anti-Semitism, and his vision of a sovereign Jewish state

Visit the Herzl Center

Conference: Herzl's Heritage

In honor of Herzl Day, the public committee for the commemoration of Herzl held a special conference in Jerusalem

Conference: Herzl's Heritage

Moshava Campers Reunite

On Independence Day a reunion was held for Bnei Akiva graduates of the movement's Moshava camps in North America throughout the years. Enjoy.

Moshava Campers Reunite

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