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Ban Ki-Moon Takes Part in Tashlich Ceremony

UN ambassadors from over 10 countries also participated in the ceremony for casting off sins.

'Israel is a Scientific Power'

Bar Ilan University takes part in the EU's annual Researchers’ Night, showcasing its science faculty to many interested Israelis.

Watch: Animal Rights Group Protests Kaparot Ritual

Animal rights activists and members of a Petach Tikvah synagogue Sunday faced off over the pre-Yom Kippur ritual of kaparot

Jewish Activist to Remain on Administrative Arrest

Court upholds administrative arrest of Meir Ettinger, lawyer says move purely to 'placate public opinion.'

Watch: Farmers Roll Up Sleeves as Shmitta Ends

Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel joins farmers, rabbis planting first seeds since end of Sabbatical year; 'We are very lucky.'

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Watch: Matisyahu Meets Samaria Leader; 'We Won'

Fresh from Spain controversy, international reggae star sticks middle finger up at BDS with solidarity meeting with Samaria Region head.

Preparing for the Holidays with Shlomo Katz

Musician Shlomo Katz talks about this special holiday period, his new album, and what it's like to write in Hebrew for the first time.

Watch: Changing the World, One Idea at a Time

Conference draws experts from many fields and many countries to learn from Israel's 'Start-Up Nation' about innovation.

Hamas Taking Advantage of Israel's Humanitarianism

Former director of the Strategic Affairs Ministry speaks about the Hamas threat - and how Israel's humanitarianism may harm security.

'The Enemy of Our Enemy is a Bigger Enemy Later'

CEO of the International Counter-Terrorism conference discusses how terror has changed - and why the West must notice.

Expert Warns: 'Human Rights Orgs' Linked to Terror

Head of NGO Monitor speaks of the link between recognized human rights organizations which are linked to terror groups.

'We Need to Collaborate in Fight Against Terror'

Deputy Commissioner Catherine Burn from Australia outlines the challenges in fighting terrorism, calls for international collaboration.

Youths Come to Learn in Israel; Next Stage Aliyah?

Arutz Sheva meets with the head of the NAALE program, which brings high school students to Israel to finish their studies.

Naftali Bennett's Father, Jim, Passes Away at 73

Jim Bennett, an ardent Zionist who made aliyah after the Six-Day War in 1967, passes away after a long battle with an illness.

Watch: How Israel Protects its Natural Gas

Elite naval forces, unmanned vessels and drones; Israel's natural gas assets face many threats, but the IDF is more than up to the task.

First Day in School - First School Year in Israel

Arutz Sheva speaks to newly-arrived olim from France to hear of their hopes for the new academic year in the Jewish homeland.

President Sings with Israeli Schoolchildren

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin chose to open the new school year yesterday at an elementary school in Peduel, Samaria.

'Breslov Movie' Comes to Tel Aviv

Director hopes 'Stories of Rebbe Nachman' will take Israel's white city by storm - and help him come full circle.

Samaria 'Link Between Biblical Israel and Today'

President Reuven Rivlin declares 'Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are here' at elementary school opening in Samarian community of Peduel.

Watch: A Peek Into the Classrooms of the Future

Could classrooms change beyond the traditional model of teacher-facing-classroom? Arutz Sheva investigates.

Watch: 'It's Time for a Revolution in Education'

AMIT network of schools promoting a change in education, says the role of teachers needs to change in today's technological age.

Wounded Israeli: It Was a Very Big Miracle

Ronen Edri who was wounded in shooting attack near Kedumim recalls the ordeal, says it was a miracle that he wasn't more seriously hurt.

Brother of Slain Youth Sings About His Pain

Meir Rosenfeld, who lost his brother Malachi in a terror attack in July takes his feelings on stage, in original, stirring music.

Pack Charity Box, Let Needy Israelis Know You Care

Arutz Sheva visits Pantry Packers to learn how they bring visitors together to prepare food crates for the poor and receive a life lesson.

Watch: 'The Spirit of the Palmach Lives On'

Arutz Sheva speaks to former Palmach members as they celebrate the organization's 75th anniversary.

French Kids Get a Warm Welcome in Summer Camps

Bnei Akiva launches volunteer summer camps to help new immigrant Jewish families from France adjust easier to their new home.

Young Jewish Entrepreneurs Connect to Heritage

Dozens of young Jewish social entrepreneurs visit Israel, courtesy of the Schusterman Foundation’s REALITY program.

New Scrolls for 90-Year-Old Tel Aviv Synagogue

Tel Aviv's Great Synagogue celebrates its 90th birthday with the introduction of four new Torah scrolls.

Watch: Glider Raises Tel Aviv Shabbat Observance

Director of Chabad Tel Aviv explains how this Saturday's major construction desecration of Shabbat signals that outreach is key.

Hotels Still Recovering from Protective Edge

Avi Dor of the Prima Hotels chain explains the difficulties Israeli hotels have faced in the past year, and how to solve them.

Listen: Gush Katif Ballad Paves Way to Debut Album

Hanan Ben-Ari, nephew of nationalist ex-MK, has conquered radio with Jewish groove - third new single recalls his days in the expulsion.

Watch: Never Too Late to Make Aliyah

Felix and Feige Bandos are 94 and 90 years old - and have started a new life in Israel.

Saving the Mediterranean Fish Population

Just three changes to the fishing industry could make a world of difference for the environment, one activist tells Arutz Sheva.

'Sabena' to Relive Historic IDF Rescue of Plane

Forty three years after the successful IDF raid and rescue of a hijacked plane, a new film will relive a heroic event in Israeli history.

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Actor Playing Hijacker: He Was No 'Terrorist'

Israeli Arab actor at premier of 'Sabena' says Black September hijacker who threatened to murder passengers was 'fighter' for 'stolen' land.

Rabbi: Conversion Panel to Prevent Intermarriage

Rabbi David Stav, head of Tzohar, notes that independent conversion committee will strengthen Israeli Jews by preventing assimilation.

Watch: Comedians Combat BDS Through Humor

Special project from Noam Jacobson and Gady Weissbart, of Latma and Kalabat Shabat fame, to bring Israel issues to comedy.

Watch: Succeeding Academically, Saving Israel

Dean of yeshiva high school in Petah Tikva tells Arutz Sheva about the balance that has religious schools comprising half of 'best' schools.

J'lem Grandparents Teach How to Play 'Old-School'

Housing project holds special event for 200 elderly residents, bringing their grandchildren and great-grandchildren for classic games.

'The Best Tip for Olim is To Let Israel be Israel'

Arutz Sheva meets the Penrod family who made aliyah to Israel with Nefesh B'Nefesh.