Jerusalem

Jerusalem Marathon May Mean No Daycare

The Jerusalem marathon will leave many preschool teachers unable to reach work, may disrupt daycare.

Livni Objects to Israeli Construction, Says It's 'Provocative'

Livni expresses objection to Israeli construction in E1 and in the northern Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramat Shlomo.

New Kids' Book Tells All on City of David

A new genre of children's literature hopes to bring the story of historic Jerusalem to kids who are just starting to read.

Terrorists Who Set Up Hamas 'Office' in Jerusalem Convicted

A Jerusalem district court judge on Thursday convicted two top Hamas terrorists of security violations

Jerusalem on High Alert over Attack Threat

Security teams are on high alert in Jerusalem following a warning of a planned terrorist attack.

Spanish Author Accepts Israeli Award, Rebuffs Boycott Calls

Acclaimed Spanish writer accepts prestigious Israeli literary award, despite calls from anti-Israel activists to boycott the Jewish state.

Answering Halakhic Questions Online - Benefits and Pitfalls

Rabbis and teachers who answer questions on Jewish law on the Internet gathered to discuss their work and the challenges they face.

Arabs Target Jerusalem Home with Firebombs

Arabs hurled firebombs at a Jewish building in the Abu Tor neighborhood of Jerusalem, just narrowly missing a gas pipe.

Jewish ‘Burka Family’ Missing in Israel After Baby's Death

The hareidi-religious Eida Hareidit organization has joined a search for a hareidi-religious Jerusalem family missing after the baby died.

Kosher Wine Fest Shows Israel's Lead in Field of Wine

Arutz Sheva visits the second annual Wine Seven Two kosher wine exhibition, featuring over 45 Israeli wineries.

Barkat: Netanyahu Has Kept Jerusalem United

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat on Monday endorsed Binyamin Netanyahu for reelection as Prime Minister

Video, Photos: Satmar Rebbe Arrives in Israel

The Satmar Rebbe arrived in Israel on Sunday night and took part in an anti-voting rally in Jerusalem.

Arabs Plan More Tents in New Illegal Outpost

The PA Arabs who set up an illegal outpost north of Jerusalem do not intend to back down, say they will erect more tents.

PA Arabs Set Up Another Outpost

A group of Palestinian Authority Arabs set up an illegal outpost in Beit Iksa north of Jerusalem.

Canadian Network Names Tel Aviv as Israel's Capital

HonestReporting calls on CTV to acknowledge that it erred by referring to Tel Aviv as Israel’s capital instead of Jerusalem.

Eichler: Prosecute Arabs from 'Snowfight'

"Next time they hit Jews, it won't just be with snowballs," warns MK Rabbi Yisrael Eichler.

Hareidi 'Snowfight' Victims: We Feared We Would be Lynched

Two yeshiva students who were viciously attacked last Thursday by a gang of dozens of Arab youths said that they feared for their lives.

New Technology Brings Earthquake Sensors to Jerusalem Schools

The Jerusalem municipality is installing the country's most advanced network of sensors to warn of potential earthquakes.

New Jerusalem Neighborhood Perfect for Olim

Nofei Israel, building in the heart of Jerusalem, is perfect for anyone considering aliyah or searching for the perfect home in Jerusalem.

Glorification of Violence: M75 Snow Missile Made Near Al-Aqsa

A picture has been circulating online Thursday, featuring a snow missile built near the al-Aqsa mosque, with M75 written across it.

Jerusalem of White: Residents Awake to 10 CM of Snow: Photos

Schools throughout the area are closed Thursday. Snow to fall until afternoon. Buses, light rail not running in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem's "Potential Lake" Full, Strong Stream of Water

Arutz Sheva TV visits Jerusalem outskirts Motza Dam, filling with water as the winter storm continues.

Feiglin: Never Mind Yesha, Make Sure We're in Control of Lod

Moshe Feiglin said that before the state imposes Israeli law on Judea and Samaria it should make sure that it is in control of Afula and Lod

MK Landau: 'Coming Back to Jerusalem is Key to Zionism'

Joining a group of Anglo supporters, MK Uzi Landau visited the City of David; stressed the need to maintain a united, undivided Jerusalem.

Police Shoot Terrorist

Arab ‘Taxi Terrorist’ Runs over Policeman

A Jerusalem Arab taxi driver-turned terrorist ran into a Border Police officer, wounding him in his leg. Police shot the driver.

Report: Building 'Starts' in Jerusalem Don't Always Start

A report indicates that while building starts in Jerusalem may appear to be 'healthy,' building 'finishes' were less so .

Signed Checks Worth a Half a Billion Dollars Found at Kotel

Jerusalem police were left bewildered after finding signed checks worth around half a billion dollars at the Western Wall on Wednesday.

UN Chief Warns Israel: Housing Plans 'Dangerous Path'

UN calls on Israel to cancel Jewish housing plans; warns the move could be "an almost fatal blow" to peace hopes.

Jerusalem Official Complains of Temple Mount Discrimination

A Jerusalem city council member tells Arutz Sheva of his humiliation and discrimination against Jews at the Temple Mount.

2,610 Housing Units Approved for Jerusalem Neighborhood

Over 2,000 additional housing units have been approved for a southern Jerusalem neighborhood. More international ire expected.

Tourist Center at Old Jerusalem Train Station

The old Jerusalem train station soon will become a tourist center, but part of it will be open on Shabbat with non-kosher food.

Israeli Construction is 'Provocative', Claims Nuland

U.S. State Department spokeswoman uses strong language to condemn Israeli building in northern Jerusalem.

U.S. Condemns Ramat Shlomo Construction

Israel should refrain from "unilateral actions", says State Department Spokeswoman Victoria Nuland.

Jerusalem Housing Project Approval 'Significant and Positive'

Most Israeli officials praised news that plans for a new housing project in Jerusalem's Ramat Shlomo neighborhood are moving forward.

PA Will Go to UN Security Council on Jerusalem Housing Plan

The Palestinian Authority says it will file a complaint with the UN Security Council over movement in plans for housing in Jerusalem.

Jerusalem Housing Plan Moves Ahead, But Reduced

The Interior Ministry says a planned housing project in Jerusalem's Ramat Shlomo area must shrink by 100 units before final approval.

Northern Jerusalem Hamas Terror Cell Indicted

A Hamas-linked terror cell has been uncovered in northern Jerusalem, it was released for publication Monday.

Turkey: Israel 'Playing With Fire' in Jerusalem, E1 Building

Turkish President Abdullah Gül said that Israel was “playing with fire” with its plans to build in Jerusalem and the E1 area

New 'Weapon' for Missionaries: 'Christian Prayer Shawl'

Christian missionaries have found a new, wily way to spread their beliefs to innocent Jews who have no interest in Christianity

Abbas to Pursue Israel at Criminal Court Over Housing Plans

PA chairman Abbas said “Palestine” could pursue Israel at International Criminal Court if it pushes ahead with housing plans.

PM: Where is Outrage as Hamas Openly Seeks Our Destruction?

PM Netanyahu met with representatives of the foreign media in Israel on Monday, denouncing the hypocrisy of the international community.

‘E-1’ Passes First Bureaucratic Hurdle

"E-1" passes Square One:The Civil Authority says “go," but politics and bureaucrats may leave the plans on paper.

Jerusalem Mayor: No City in World Regulated by US President

Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat: “We need to connect the E1 area to Jerusalem without any reservations at all."

Land of Israel Fund Appeals to Jews to Purchase E1 Area

Amid severe international condemnations, the Israel Land Fund is attempting to assemble a group of investors to purchase and build the land.

Britain: EU Trade Sanctions Against Israel 'Unlikely'

The European Union is unlikely to use trade sanctions to penalize Israel over housing plans, said British Foreign Secretary William Hague.

Netanyahu Thanks Prague for 'Courageous' UN Support

PM arrived in the Czech Republic to thank Prague for its "courageous" support in the UN vote, despite PA success.

‘Jerusalem More Important than World Pressure’

Govt. secretary Tzvi Hauser says world pressure will not change Israel’s plans to build in Jerusalem.

Israel Revives Northern Jerusalem Construction Plan

Israel revives a plan to build 1,600 homes in the northern Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramat Shlomo.

New Hotel for Mediterranean Seashore City of Ashkelon

The Tourism Ministry has just approved construction of a new hotel for the coastal city of Ashkelon.

US Calls on Israel to 'Reconsider' Housing Plans

The United States called on Israel Monday to "reconsider" a decision to allow 3,000 more Jewish homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria.

Israel Won't Back Down on Housing, Despite Veiled Threats

France and Italy say they're not ready to "start thinking of sanctions" but prefer "persuasion." Israel is firm on plans to build in E1.

Abbas 'Victory Speech': Jerusalem 'Eternal Capital of Palestine'

PA Chairman promises that someday the PA flag will fly over “Jerusalem, eternal capital of the state of Palestine.”

Israel 'Completely Rejects' UN Approval of New PA Status

The Cabinet has unanimously voted Sunday to reject the UN decision to grant the Palestinian Authority nonmember observer state status.

Israel Approves New Jewish Construction After UN Vote

Israel responds to the UN recognition of 'Palestine' by approving new homes in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria. PA outraged.

NY Times Jerusalem Bureau Chief Gets Social Media Babysitter

New York Times Jerusalem Bureau Chief Jodi Rudoren will "work closely" with an editor on her social media posts, following outrage.

Muslims Claim Netanyahu Plans to Build ‘False’ Holy Temple

Netanyahu’s latest building plan for Jerusalem is none other than for the Third Temple, claims Al Aqsa Foundation.

Arab Nabbed for Planting Fake Explosive on Jerusalem Train

A Jerusalem Arab was arrested for planting fake explosive devices on the Jerusalem light railway system

Arab Attempts Knifing Murder of Border Guard in Jerusalem

A female Arab terrorist attempted to murder an Israel Border Guard on Sultan Suleiman street in Jerusalem.

Hamas Hits near Israel's Heart

Rocket Hits Gush Etzion

Sirens wailed in Jerusalem and Gush Etzion to warn of incoming missiles. Rocket hits kibbutz home in Negev. One seriously wounded.

Barak Calls Up More Reserves As Rockets Hit Near TLV, JLM

Ehud Barak expands the call-up of reserve soldiers, as Israel pushes ahead with a major offensive against terrorists in Gaza.