Inside Israel

Tuesday Night Live: Standing Ovation for Haiti Rescuers

Watch this unforgettable episode and hear the firsthand account of Major Dr. Mitchell Schreiber of the IDF and Dovi Maizel of ZAKA.

New Campaign for Shalit: Gaza Arabs also are Hostages

A new campaign to free Shalit features stickers on trucks entering Gaza with the slogan that Arabs also “are hostage” to Hamas authorities.

Media Biased against Ethiopian Immigrants, Study Says

The media favor Soviet bloc immigrants and are biased against Ethiopians, according to a new Haifa University study.

Sharansky: Jerusalem Bridges Time and Space

Ex-refusenik Natan Sharansky, head of the Jewish Agency, moved the Jerusalem Conference audience when he spoke of how Jerusalem changed his life.

'J Street' Middle East Junket for 5 Congress Members

“J Street” is sponsoring a tour for five members of Congress this week in Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Jordan.

Barkat: No Pro-Arab Discrimination in Shiloach

Mayor of Jerusalem said he will treat Jewish and Arab homes in Shiloach the same way. He spoke at the 7th Jerusalem Conference.

Consumer Price Index Down 0.7%

Prices of clothes, footwear and fresh vegetables went down in January, while fresh fruit were up from previous month.

Anti-Freeze in Elon Moreh: Hut Destroyed

Jewish construction freeze in Judea/Samaria a high governmental law-enforcement priority: Forces destroyed a one-room hut in Elon Moreh overnight.

1,400-Year-Old Winepress Uncovered, One of Israel's Largest

The Israel Antiquities Authority announces the discovery of a 1,400-year-old wine press in Nahal Sorek - one of the largest ever found in Israel.

Olmert Speaks in Softer Tones in Israel on Iran

Olmert told an Australian newspaper three months ago Obama made a mistake by talking with Iran but told Israelis Sunday Israel should not attack.

Request to March in Eastern Jerusalem

Marzel, Ben-Gvir and others want to hold a march in an Arab neighborhood to protest "anti-Jewish racist enforcement of construction laws".

Jaffa Yeshiva: Co-Existence Is Successful

Co-existence is alive and well in Jaffa despite attempts by ousiders to prove the opposite, its Yeshiva administrator Ariel Elimelech told Arutz 7.

PA in Turmoil over Sex-Corruption Scandal

The plot thickens: Abbas suspends chief of staff, suspected in sex scandal. He in turn says he is the victim of an Israeli plot.

Congo Surgeon Trains in Burn Treatment at Rambam

Rambam Hospital is training a Congolese surgeon in plastic surgery for burn treatment. He will be the first such specialist in his country.

Pre-Passover Travel Warnings: Israel Is Much Safer

The United States and Israel have posted severe travel warnings for Muslim countries, while Israel expects a boost in tourism for Passover.

Inflated Census Figures Show False Demographic Picture

Barak presented inflated figures on the number of Arabs, says a defense industry official: Jews make up a far larger part of Israel than in 1948.

Hevron's Zion Road Reopens to Arab Commercial Traffic

The Civil Administration has reopened Zion Road in Hevron to Arab commercial vehicles, despite strenuous objections from the Jewish community.

Ascent to Joseph's Tomb in Video, Photos

Hundreds of Jews visited the generally-closed holy site of Joseph’s Tomb, accompanied by protective and organizational IDF forces.

Almond Branch: Poem to a Slain Grandson

"Northern enemy nations came to the gates of Jerusalem.." Thus begins a poem by the grandmother of a victim of 2008's Merkaz HaRav massacre.

Car Accident or Terror Attack: Collision in Samaria

Another possible vehicular terror attack was attempted Thursday night in the same Samaria spot where Rabbi Meir Chai was murdered just weeks ago.

Legal Forum: Don't Help Hamas Change Money to Pay Smugglers

Hamas wants Israel to help it change NIS 500 million into dollars or dinars for paying smugglers.

IDF Kills Global Jihad Terrorist in Air Strike Near Karni

The IAF attacked a terrorist cell in Gaza heading for the Karni crossing Thursday morning, killing a Global Jihad terrorist, according to the IDF.

Exposed: Main Jerusalem Road from 1,500 Years Ago

Archaeological excavation in the heart of the Old City confirms depiction of ancient map and uncovers ancient road. Video footage.

’Right and Left’ on the Right to Vote

A bill to permit Israelis outside the country to vote may be more limited than thought. The assumption it will help the ”right” may not be valid.

Arabs Attack Christian Evangelists in Samaria

Five Christian volunteers were lightly wounded by Arab rock-throwers in Har Brachah; the town’s security officer fired in response.

Brutal Midnight Arrests in Gilad Farm

Plainclothes police broke into Gilad Farm (Samaria) overnight, arrested 5 men & a minor – because an Arab complained he was beaten up a month ago.

Deputy Minister in Gush Etzion: Time for Senior Citizen Centers

"Settlers” have a young, vibrant image, but they need senior citizens’ homes just like any other sector, says Pensioners Deputy Minister Leah Ness.

"Poverty is Expensive"

New International Airport Proposed for Negev

The Negev may replace Ben Gurion Airport for international travelers, according to a proposal by Deputy Prime Minister Silvan Shalom.

Study: Commercial Fishing Endangers Israel's Dolphins

Researchers at the University of Haifa have determined that extensive commercial fishing is endangering the dolphins of the Mediterranean Sea.

Teenage Cancer Survivors on Thanksgiving Trip to Israel

A group of teens and parents are in Israel - many for the first time–to celebrate recovery from cancer, thanks to Chai Lifeline & Hartman Family.

Drilling for Gas and Oil in Ukraine, Ashdod

Oil developments: Group of Israeli/Jewish investors buys majority stake in Ukrainian gas field; Oil Council to decide who can drill off Ashdod.

Would-Be Stabber Arrested at Kalandia

19-year-old Arab with knife arrested at checkpoint, admits intention to stab Jews.

Video: Defying the Building Freeze

The building freeze officially exempts public buildings, but residents took matters in their own hands when no permit was issued for a pre-school.

Minister Herzog Defends NIF from 'McCarthyism'

Minister of Welfare condemns 'hunting people down based upon their views' and attempts 'to prevent protest.'

'More Power to You' in the Arava

Two renewable energy giants have partnered on a project to build 15 new mid-sized solar energy fields to yield 100 megawatts of solar energy.

Comparative Journalism 101: How to Bury Survey Info

Statistics can be manipulated, but some media simply don't translate the ones they don't like. (Note: number corrected-thanks to alert readers)

TNL Episode #2: Caroline Glick vs. 'Biased' Israeli Media

"Tuesday Night Live" hosts Caroline Glick for an exciting interview about Israeli policy, non-objective media and Jewish pride

Imprisoned Terrorists Studying at Hebrew University

Israel continues to pay for the higher education of Arab terrorist prisoners, an advertisment in Ramallah shows.

Jewish Agency: No Board Meetings in Russia

Russia put up a last-minute roadblock to stop the Jewish Agency from holding a board meeting that has been planned for more than three months.

Public's Faith in IDF Climbed in 2009

Study shows meaningful increase in public's trust in the IDF, the Shin Bet and the Mossad. That trust took a pummeling in the Second Lebanon War.

Man Who Spotted Explosive Barrel Honored

Minister of Public Security awards certificate of gratitude to Vladimir Guterz, who spotted a suspicious barrel off the Ashkelon coast Monday.

Mainstream Media News Blackout on New Israel Fund Inquiry

A small students' group succeeded in bringing about a Knesset inquiry into the NIF's funding of subversive groups. Someone made the news go away.

Prof. Aumann: Freeze is Immoral and Stupid

Nobel Prize winner Prof. Yisrael Aumann rebuked Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's building freeze, calling it 'stupid' and 'immoral'.

PM's Office: J'lem to Remain Undivided, No PA Offices to Open

The US government is pressuring Israel to let the PA re-establish an official foothold in Jerusalem. PMO spokesman Mark Regev says it won't happen.

TNL Episode #3: Jewish Perspective on Mideast Crisis

TNL: Rabbi Cardozo presents fresh-exciting perspective on how Israel should contend w/ Iran, Hamas, Hizbullah & all those who seek its destruction.

Efrat: IDF Participates in Tree Planting

Taking a break from enforcing construction freeze, Civil Administration soldiers helped 3,000 youths plant 3,000 trees in Gush Etzion.

Likud MK: Livni's Vote Shows She Wants to Surrender Golan

Likud MK says Opposition Leader's vote on bill giving Golan residents tax benefits shows she wants to give up the entire Golan Heights.

Video: Exclusive Visit to Beit Yehonatan

A guided video tour of the contested Beit Yehonatan in eastern Jerusalem's Yemenite Village, below the Temple Mount.

Huge PLO Flag in Lod Disturbance; is State Losing Control?

Hundreds of Arabs chanted subversive slogans and marched through Lod. Residents speak of charged atmosphere that is 'bound to explode.'

Public Warned to Stay Away from Beaches, Explosive Barrels Found

Police tell public to stay away from southern beaches after barrels with explosives washed up at Ashkelon and Ashdod.

Abbas Offers New Condition for Talks with Israel, Defends Hamas

Abbas offers trade: three-month total building freeze for resuming “negotiations” for pre-determined PA state. On Hamas: ‘They are talking peace'.

Gush Dan Resident, Former Aide to Bibi, Is New Yesha Director

A Gush Dan resident who headed Netanyahu’s office when he was Opposition leader has been appointed to replace Wallerstein as Yesha director.

IDF to Place Military Outpost at Shdema

The Committee for a Jewish Shdema is happy with an IDF announcement to set up a base there and hopes it will lead to construction of a community.

Tuesday Night Live to Feature Haiti Rescue Team

The "Tuesday Night Live in Jerusalem" TV show will feature Israelis returning from the rescue operations in Haiti.

Rock-Terror Surges On, Four-Year-Old Hurt

Child and woman hurt in two separate incidents in Samaria as wave of Arab rock-throwing continues.

US Defying Iran by Arming Arabs

The US is challenging Iran’s aim to dominate the Middle East and is arming Gulf States to deter Tehran from attacking. Sanctions are not imminent.

Rabbi's Protest Stuns Judge Goldstone at University

US campus activists are fighting the Goldstone Report. He said he will "rejoice" if his report is proven false. Israel sent its response to UN.

Israeli Research: Schizophrenia Prevention Better than Cure

Drugs to prevent schizophrenia might be better than trying to cure it, according to a Tel Aviv University professor. So far, it works on rats.

IDF Chief to NATO: Join us in Fighting Terror on High Seas

IDF Chief of Staff calls on NATO to fight terror on the seas. Israeli navy chief reveals far reaching operations to stop terrorist arms smuggling.