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Birthday for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Eminent Torah scholar and Shas spiritual leader Rabbi Ovadia Yosef turns 90.

Rabbi Avraham Yitzchak HaKohen Tauber Dies at 74

The Day of Atonement also served as a day of passage this past Shabbat for Rabbi Avraham Tauber, a renowned Chassid of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

MKs Seek Forgiveness for Freeze

MKs from the Jewish Home and Yisrael Beiteinu parties apologize before Yom Kippur for the Judea and Samaria construction freeze.

Final Approval for F-35 Purchase

F-35 purchase from U.S. gets final approval, Netanyahu says deal will “significantly” improve IDF capability.

50,000 Secular Israelis Join Tzohar's Yom Kippur Initiative

The Tzohar rabbinic organization's 'Praying Together on Yom Kippur' program allows secular Jews to join the services and feel at home.

Barak's Delays Make Freeze Permanent for Judean City of Efrat

Even if the Judea and Samaria construction freeze ends, the city of Efrat cannot build due to Barak's policies, says Mayor Oded Ravivi.

Singer: Judea, Samaria Residents are True Heroes

As some artists boycott Judea and Samaria, popular singer Kobi Peretz comes to support Judea and Samaria Jews, who he terms “true heroes.”

Thousands Pray for Forgiveness at Tomb of the Patriarchs

Thousands of people gathered to recite the traditional selichot prayers for forgiveness at the Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hevron.

Hamas Uses Phosphorous Bombs

IDF experts find that Hamas is using mortar shells containing phosphorous in its attacks on the western Negev.

PA: Jewish Worship 'Sin and Filth' at Western Wall

The Palestinian Authority has publicly labeled Jewish worship at the Western Wall to be 'sin and filth' in a TV documentary.

English Speakers Celebrate 25 Years of Helping IDF

For 25 years, a group of English-speaking volunteers has worked to support the IDF, providing funds for soldiers' centers and other projects.

YouTube Video: A Country That Still Doesn’t Get What's Going On

The folks who produced “We Con the World” now have come up with “a story ‘bout a country that still doesn’t get what’s going on."

Mumbai Terror Victim’s Nanny Receives Israeli Citizenship

Sandra Samuel, the Indian nanny who saved a toddler in the Mumbai attack on Chabad, is now an Israeli: “I would give my life for this country.”

Arabs Wound Boy in Shimon HaTzaddik

Residents of eastern Jerusalem neighborhood describe nonstop attacks by Arabs while police are hamstrung by leftists.

Survey: Israelis Grow More Religiously Observant

A special official survey finds that Israelis are becoming more religiously observant, many secular Jews will fast this Yom Kippur.

'Father of the Merkava Tank' to be Buried

Israel Tal, 'father of the Merkava tank' is to be buried Sunday. Ashkenazi: "His contribution to Israel's security is impossible to measure."

Breslev Hassidim: No More Uman, Time for Jerusalem!

A group of Breslev Hassidim: Don't fly out to the tomb of Rabbi Nachman in Ukraine rather visit the Jerusalem tomb of his student Rabbi Odesser

Rosh HaShanah: Sound of the Shofar Heralds Month of Holidays

The sonorous call of the ram's horn will herald the start of Rosh HaShanah, the Jewish New Year Wednesday evening and nearly a month of holidays.

Gaza Terror Attack on Israeli Kibbutz Heralds Jewish New Year

Gaza terrorists launched a mortar attack on Israel just hours before the start of Rosh HaShanah, the Jewish New Year, just missing a kindergarten.

Im Tirtzu: Zionist Donors Must Start Thinking Differently

Successful movement's chairman Shoval turns to nationalist philanthropists who 'would rather build an outpost than shape consciousness.'

Farmers Extend New Year's Help to Yeshiva Students

Agriculturalists and a food chain are assisting the cash-strapped Zionist High Yeshivas for Rosh HaShana.

Protest: Red Cross Headquarters or Hamas Base?

Concerned citizens held a protest outside the Red Cross offices in Jerusalem Monday night, protesting the "disgraceful" hosting of Hamas leaders.

Jewish Birth Rate in Israel at Record High

A Hebrew University professor says there were more Jewish births in the past year in Israel than ever, while the rate dropped in the Diaspora.

Joy in Nationalist Camp: Jerusalem District Attorney Resigns

Yossi Havilio, ten-year veteran Jerusalem DA and overt hostile opponent of Beit Yehonatan below the Temple Mount, has announced his resignation.

President Peres Blesses Jews for a Good and Sweet Year

President Peres sends a Rosh HaShanah New Year’s greeting to all of the People of Israel for a year of peace, prosperity and security.

Israel’s Jewish Population Nears Six Million

The number of Jewish citizens towards the Rosh HaShanah New Year nears six million, as Jewish birth rate continues to climb.

US Actors Support Israeli Ariel Boycott

150 theater and film professionals support 'brave decision' by Israeli counterparts not to perform in Ariel.

Vice Premiere Tours Market and "Meets the Street"

Minister Silvan Shalom visited a Tel Aviv market, explains that it's his tradition to meet merchants & buyers and hear their feelings & opinions

17,880 Made Israel Their Home in 5770

17,880 people made Aliyah (immigrated) to Israel in the Jewish year 5770.

Fischer: Low Chances of Second Recession

Bank of Israel Governor: chances of a second recession are no more than 25%.

Ashkenazi Selichot Commence: Photo Essay

Prayers and poems of penitence fill the night at the Kotel Plaza.

Abbas Back to Square One, Demands ‘Freeze’ Before Talks

Abbas, speaking Sunday as if he never met with Obama and Netanyahu last week, conditioned direct talks on an extension of the building freeze.

NBA Stars Meet IAF Pilots in Negev Base at Hatzerim

NBA basketball stars got a look at the equipment for a different fast-paced game when they visited the IAF base at Hatzerim near Be'er Sheva.

World Jewish Congress Awards Israeli 'Heroes of Haiti'

The World Jewish Congress awarded "Zaka" Heroes of Haiti” for their rescue efforts after a disastrous earthquake struck the country last January.

Asking G-d for Forgiveness

Ashkenazi Jews began reciting the Selichot prayers on Saturday night, asking G-d for forgiveness. Sephardic Jews began nearly a month ago.

Aharonovich: 'Closing In on Highway 60 Terrorists'

Public Security Minister Yitchak Aharonovich has announced security forces are closing in on the terrorists who murdered four Jews on Highway 60.

Hamas: Jews in Judea, Samaria 'Legitimate Targets'

Hamas declared Saturday that Jews in Judea and Samanaria are “legitimate military targets” and vowed to continue its attacks in the region.

World's Largest Mezuza at Entrance to Israel

The world's largest mezuza is put up in Ben Gurion Airport.

Israeli Girl Suffers Head Wound from Heavy Stone in Rock Attack

An Israeli girl suffered a head wound on Thursday night in a rock attack. Condition described as moderate.

Civilians to Patrol Judea, Samaria Roads

Judea and Samaria civilians begin road patrol in response to terrorist shootings.

Photo Essay: "Balabusta" Shuk Street Fair in Jerusalem Market

Summer street fair brings music and art to Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda shuk. A Golda Meir made of beans, reggae, klezmer and more graced the market.

Needy IDF Soldier Families Receive 'Golden Tickets'

The IDF Soldiers' Association is distributing 3,500 "golden tickets" to needy families of the troops this holiday season, worth about NIS 200 each.

2nd Terror Attack on Highway 60, 2 Jews Shot

PA terrorists are competing to claim credit for a second attack on Route 60 near Jerusalem. One of the victims was the brother of Emanuel Moreno.

Play Written by Netanyahu's Brother at Herut Women's Benefit

"Jabotinsky would have approved," says Yael Shmargad of the Herut Women's day care centers across Israel. The group is celebrating 60 years.

Four Northern Terrorists Sentenced to Prison

One Bedouin and three Arabs were sentenced to prison terms Wednesday by the Haifa District Court for plotting to carry out terrorist attacks.

Netanyahu's Office Joins World of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube

PMO launches YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr pages, to connect to a tech-savvy public, especially during crisis times.

Lone Zionist at Anti-Israel Rally: ‘They Were Filled with Hate’

The “Lone Zionist” at an anti-Israel rally last June tells Arutz 7, “They were out of their minds. But when you are right, there is no fear."

Former Israel MK Urges Universal Laws against Holocaust Denial

Former MK Dan Tichon told Arutz 7 that increasing anti-Semitic attacks make it more urgent for nations to make Holocaust denial illegal.

Barak Meets Abbas in Jordan in Secret ‘Direct Talks’

Barak flew to Jordan this week to talk with King Abdullah. He then flew to update Netanyahu and returned to Jordan for secret talks with Abbas.

Train from Ramallah to Gaza? Erdan Says Not Yet

Minister Gilad Erdan responds to reports of a train line from Ramallah to Gaza, and discusses the new PA Arab city of Rawabi.

MK Eldad: Barak will Continue Freeze

MK Eldad visited a Samaria hilltop kindergarten and witnessed the results of years without renovations.

Ariel Mayor: No Grudge Against Actors Who Rethink Boycott

Following an artists' boycott, Ariel's mayor Ron Nachman speaks with Israel National TV.

Ministers Told: Your Judea and Samaria Neighborhood Awaits

The Yesha Council takes proactive stance on new housing, calls on ministers to allow “their” neighborhoods to be built.

Knesset Bill To Cut Funding of Leftist Artists Boycotting Ariel

Knesset Members threaten to cut off funding for artists who refuse to appear in Ariel in Samaria. Netanyahu: Boycott is "the last thing we need."

Wikipedia Battle Intensifies as PA Joins the Fray

PA journalists plan to join the 'Wikipedia War' following first Zionist editing course.

IDF Prosecutor Testifies, Defends Gaza Blockade

Top IDF attorney Avichai Mandelblit testifies to the Turkel commission, defends Israeli blockade of Gaza as “purely military.”

Do You Know Your Geography of Israel?

Do you think you know Israel like the back of your hand? Find out by trying to identify the location of these urban sites. (Not for beginners.)

'The Face' of Israel: 14 Police Officers to Haiti to Save Lives

Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon to Israeli police officers being sent to Haiti: "You are the answer to the attempts to delegitimize Israel."

PA to Win Contract to Refurbish Joseph’s Tomb?

Land of Israel loyalists, devotedly working for years for Arab-vandalized Joseph’s Tomb, enraged at apparent plans to allow the PA to refurbish it.

Prisoner Shlomi Dvir to Attend Daughter’s Bat Mitzvah

A court has approved 15-year prisoner Shlomi Dvir’s request to attend his daughter’s Bat Mitzvah next month.