Coronavirus

What it means to be a good person in the midst of a pandemic

'The Good Place' creator Michael Schur talks about morals and being a good person during a global pandemic.

Why is this Passover different from all others?

It's Passover, and once again the people are enslaved - this time by COVID-19. But like every other time in history, we shall overcome.

Bnei Brak hospital has run out of ventilators

Mayanei Hayeshua says equipment sent by Health Ministry is unusable, hospital unable to accept coronavirus victims in serious condition.

'Coronavirus' child grants to be paid during Passover

Grant of 500 NIS per child will be transferred to parents during Passover instead of afterwards, National Insurance Institute promises.

Where will New York unclaimed coronavirus victims be buried?

Aerial footage shows mass grave in New York City, where unclaimed coronavirus victims are being buried.

Five Israelis die of coronavirus

Five Israelis die of coronavirus in hospitals across Israel, bringing death toll to 93.

US lights up in blue, in honor of healthcare workers

Across the US, cities illuminate buildings in blue to honor healthcare workers on the front lines fighting coronavirus.

92 coronavirus victims in Israel, more than 10,000 cases

Health Ministry: 10,095 confirmed coronavirus cases, 1,061 recovered.

Coronavirus 2020: Between Yitzhar and Tel Aviv

Ezri Tubi filmed the town of Yitzhar in Samaria and the city of Tel Aviv this week, during coronavirus lockdown.

United Hatzalah chief regains consciousness

Eli Beer, founder of United Hatzalah, is now alert and communicating.

Stricter lockdown lifted

Bnei Brak lockdown extended, tight countrywide lockdown returns to pre-Passover state.

Sticker linking COVID-19 with Holocaust found on Hamburg subway

World Zionist Organization vice-chairman condemns anti-Semitic conspiracy theories blaming Jews for the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus kills 15 at Amsterdam’s Jewish old-age home

The death toll at Amsterdam's Beth Shalom, above, is the largest for any old-age or nursing home in the Netherlands

The legacy of a Marxist failure and corona - Dr. WHO?

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef condemns illegal holding of public prayers

Sephardic chief rabbi says those who insist on holding minyanim during current health crisis could have blood on their hands.

A song in gratitude for recovery from coronavirus

Schwebel was hospitalized with coronavirus. After he recovered he recorded a song which was "upgraded" with the help of his musician friends

Israelis sing 'Ma Nishtana' from their balconies

Despite coronavirus lockdown, Israelis find way to share festive communal spirit on seder night.

Bennett, Netanyahu clash on coronavirus closure

Defense Minister opposes extension off lockdown past tomorrow morning as proposed by Health Ministry,

3 seniors recover from coronavirus

3 women in their 90s released from Nahariya hospital after recovering from COVID-19 virus.

5-week-old baby hospitalized with coronavirus

Hospital says baby fully conscious, close relative staying with him.

Coronavirus cases rise to nearly 10,000, death toll rises to 86

Jerusalem, Bnei Brak lead country with 1,630 and 1,594 confirmed cases each.

Gaza out of coronavirus test kits, officials say

Gazan officials say hundreds of people would have to remain in quarantine facilities as coronavirus test kits have run out.

Watch: Israelis sing at their balconies

Amid Passover lockdown, tens of thousands of Israelis come out to their balconies to sing together.

Britain reports deadliest day since start of pandemic

Britain reports 938 new deaths from COVID-19, its deadliest day since the start of the pandemic.

Rivlin speaks to Pope in light of coronavirus pandemic

President Rivlin to Pope Francis: We are fighting a stubborn and cruel enemy together, and that is how we will overcome it.

New York reports new single-day record coronavirus deaths

New York state records 779 deaths in one day and now has the most coronavirus cases in the world.

Britain's Jewish newspapers shut down amid coronavirus pandemic

The Jewish Chronicle and Jewish News to seek a creditors voluntary liquidation as pandemic devastates media industry.

British PM's condition improving

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sitting up in bed and engaging with his doctors, says Treasury chief.

Death toll from coronavirus rises to 73

63-year-old man with underlying conditions passes away at the Soroka Hospital in Be'er Sheva.

Economy Minister: Do not give up on sovereignty, Judiciary

Likud MK said Israel's economy would take less time to recuperate thanks to stringent gov't health measures.

Netanyahu: 'Israel well off relative to others'

In a special holiday interview, Netanyahu discussed additional lockdown directives, his daily routine, and the complex political situation.

Roads empty as Passover lockdown begins

Lockdown for first day of Passover began at 3 PM.

Coronavirus: Woman dies in Jerusalem hospital

Elderly woman dies of coronavirus at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

'Don't try to be smart, protect your families'

Dr. Ashi Shalmon urges Israelis to follow lockdown orders, says Israel is seeing reduction in rate of coronavirus infections.

Poll: 65% of Israelis approve of Bennett's coronavirus strategy

New poll shows Israelis of all sectors approve of how Defense Min. Bennett is handling coronavirus crisis.

Coronavirus victim was Holocaust survivor and bereaved father

Shimon Reinzilber, 97, Holocaust survivor who lost a son during military service, named as one of the latest victims of COVID-19.

China:

Closure lifted: Wuhan emerges from lockdown

After 76 days, blockade removed in Wuhan, China, where CCP coronavirus originated. Residents celebrate in streets.

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First documentary movie on origin of CCP coronavirus

First documentary movie on origin of CCP virus, tracking down origin of Wuhan coronavirus.

Secretary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe dies of coronavirus

Rabbi Yehuda Leib 'Leibel' Groner, secretary of the late Lubavitcher Rebbe, dies of coronavirus.

71 Israelis dead from coronavirus

Four more Israelis die of coronavirus, 147 other patients in serious condition.

Jewish businessman distributing free meals to elderly

Russian-Jewish businessman donates 3,000 meals daily to senior citizens under lockdown.

Iranian parliament convenes for first time since February

At least 31 members of the parliament, including Speaker Ali Larijani, have contracted COVID-19.

Cuomo urges Jews to refrain from large gatherings

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo: I understand the Jewish Orthodox community but now is not the time for large religious gatherings.

When will restrictions be lifted? Top health official explains

Ministry of Health Director General explains the conditions which will have to be met in order for the coronavirus restrictions to be eased.

What do we cook for the Seder in the shadow of the coronavirus?

Paula Shoyer discusses how the pandemic is influencing how we view food, and shares her favorite Passover recipes.

US records 1,939 coronavirus deaths in one day

Record daily figure of 1,939 deaths brings the total number in the United States to 12,722.

PA: 20 coronavirus patients have recovered

18 patients have recovered from COVID-19 in Judea and Samaria, while two have recovered in Gaza, say authorities.

US Acting Navy Secretary resigns

Thomas Modly resigns amid controversial dismissal of captain who warned about coronavirus-stricken vessel.

Corona's impact on the Jewish community

Dr. Steven Tzvi Pirutinsky of Touro’s Graduate School of Social Work assesses the impact of the pandemic and analyzes coping strategies.

Watch: Daily White House briefing on coronavirus

Watch as the members of the Coronavirus task force hold a press briefing.

The coronavirus redemption: Harnessing the light of the Seder

Why this will be a Passover our great grandchildren will remember.

Twitter CEO to donate $1 billion to fight coronvirus outbreak

Jack Dorsey's donation marks the largest pledged gift by a private individual yet during the pandemic.

‘Only CNN would ask that question’

Watch: Trump rips CNN reporter who pressed him on drug that could treat COVID-19.

Could this antimalarial drug already be saving patients?

Dr. Oz interviews coronavirus patients whose conditions improved after taking anti-malarial drug,

Germany: As coronavirus cases increase, so does anti-Semitism

German anti-Semitism commissioner says right-wing extremists using coronavirus crisis to spread anti-Semitic conspiracy theories.

9,248 coronavirus patients in Israel, death toll at 65

Health Ministry orders citizens to wear facial masks outdoors.

France: 1,400 coronavirus deaths in one day

France sees highest number of fatalities over 24-hour period yet as total deaths surpass 10,000, infections surpass 100,000.

Rabin's grandson backtracks on Netanyahu death wish

Yonatan Ben Artzi retracts social media wish that Prime Minister contract coronavirus: 'I don't wish coronavirus on anyone, also Netanyahu.'

37-year-old man dies of coronavirus

Death total from coronavirus rises to 61 as younger man with severe background illnesses succumbs to the disease.

Singing from the porches - in honor of the lonely

Rabbinic organization acts to benefit elders those who are alone - with song and practical help.