 Bill: Women in Rabbinate election assemblyPrior to Chief Rabbinate elections, proposal to include women in election assembly to be discussed by Ministerial Committee. Majority of Israeli students would consider leaving IsraelNew survey shows Israeli students don't have time for political activities, would consider leaving Israel to advance their careers. Approved: Anyone may refuse work on ShabbatFinance Committee approves proposal letting any worker refuse work on Sabbath with no need for religious affidavit. 'Why not have a dialogue about Shabbat?'MK Aliza Lavie argues that Supermarket Law will only cause more Shabbat desecration, urges dialogue. 'A perfect example of secular coercion'Knesset committee discusses hotels' insistence on evacuating Shabbat-observant guests from their rooms before Shabbat ends. Watch: BDS activists storm lecture by MK in BerlinYesh Atid MK called 'child murderer' during lecture at Berlin university where Jewish books were burned in 1933. Bnei Brak: 81 million NIS to revamp mikvehsBnei Brak spokesman says city invested millions in mikvehs, counters Aliza Lavie's claim the price is 'too high.' Yesh Atid MK proposes major kashrut law overhaulProposal would end state kashrut responsibility, limit authority to basic regulatory oversight of kashrut providers. Europe blames Israel for Gaza's humanitarian situationParliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe approves report accusing Israel of “systematic and illegal” killings of Gazans. Yesh Atid to present bill to banish families of terroristsYesh Atid to present bill to banish the families of terrorists in the Knesset plenum Wednesday in attempt to embarrass coalition. 'Lapid will be the next Prime Minister'Yesh Atid MK says UNRWA schools inciting against Israel, and that polls show Yesh Atid will head next coalition.A gun license - as soon as they're releasedA new amendment will allow people of any age to get a gun license - provided that they finished military service first. Shabbat: A day off for everyone?A bill which would allow anyone to skip work on Shabbat, not just the religious, is being considered by the Knesset. Knesset votes to universalize Shabbat rightsBill to extend Shabbat rights to all workers, religious or secular, passes initial vote. 'Reform is retreating and inflating its numbers'Tempers flare in Knesset over mikveh bill. Religious Services Minister: 'Judaism isn't theater.' Bill protecting the Shabbat postponedMinisterial Committee defers discussion over bill banning employers from demanding Shabbat desecration from observant workers. Mainstream fields no longer relevantMany fields of higher education are irrelevant by themselves, and need to be supplemented or replaced by a focus on technology, says MK. Mystery: Who 'murdered' nine more women?Police say eight women were murdered by their partners in 2015. Why did MK Galon double the number and how is this connected to terrorism? Divorced Men Crash Meeting, MK Lavie EscapesMen suffering from Israel's harsh divorce laws vent rage at the Head of Knesset's Women's Advancement Committee. Knesset Women's Committee Traumatized?Committee for Women apparently still recovering from embarrassing session in September, blocking video of the session from public eye. Female Lawyers Decry False Accusations in DivorceIn a stormy Knesset session, women's activists denied female lawyers's claims of an epidemic of false charges. Jewish Home Wins Delay in Divorce BillJustice Minister Livni's bid to weaken the Rabbinic Courts' authority in divorce cases may face veto. MK Appeals to Michelle Obama Over KidnappingAliza Lavie sends video message to US First Lady, asking for help with #BringBackOurBoys after successful Nigeria campaign. Verbal Sparring in Knesset Between Zoabi, MKMK Aliza Lavie takes Zoabi to task over justifying kidnapping, says comments 'deepen the rift' and betray the public she represents.MK: Possible Terrorist Murder a 'Despicable Crime'MK Aliza Lavie: murder of 20-year-old Shelly Dadon is a “serious crime”, particularly since police believe it was terrorism-related. MK Calls for 'Renewed Thinking' Over ProtestsMK Aliza Lavie says IDF must not ignore the feeling soldiers have that they are not being backed by their commanders.Yesh Atid Spreads Lie about Int'l Women's DayIn party e-mail, MK Dr. Aliza Lavie touts fabricated version of the communist holiday's origins. MK Lavie: a Sad, Meaningful Day'It is now clear that the phenomoenon of sexual harassment exists in the religious sector, just like anywhere else.'After Marriage Law, MKs Eye Age of ConsentMKs say limiting consent laws will protect older teens. Ancient Mikve near Temple Mount to be Back in UseAn ancient mikve (ritual bath) near the Temple Mount will be renovated and reopened for use by women who wish to ascend the Temple Mount.Labor Head 'Refused to Cancel Out' with New MomYesh Atid MK accuses Labor chief Yachimovich of taking advantage of the fact that an MK had given birth. Women to get 4 of 11 Seats in Dayanim C'teeBill was presented by MKs Aliza Lavie and Shuli Moalem. It passed despite stiff hareidi opposition.Court Sides with Women of WallWomen who read Bible scroll with tallit not violating court ruling, says judge. MK Lavie agrees. Sharansky: Make Room at Kotel for Mixed PrayerJewish Agency head calls to extend Kotel with section for men and women together. Shas Minister: Gender Segregation a ProblemShas Minister admits that local rabbis, burial groups wrongly impose strict gender separation, insult women. |
