The New York Times said on Thursday that Chinese hackers had “persistently” attacked its computers over the past four months since the paper published a story on Premier Wen Jiabao,
An unmanned Atlas 5 rocket blasted off on Wednesday to put the first of a new generation of NASA communications satellites into orbit, where it will support the International Space
In a Wednesday morning 19 Shevat 5773 press conference, outgoing Bank of Israel Governor Prof. Stanley Fischer dispelled rumors that his decision to leave in June 2013 is due to
A retired barber accused of fatally shooting a California urologist was a patient who had an appointment with the victim and brought the gun with him to the exam room,
It is perhaps among the most popular slogans used by hopefuls seeking elected office, “I will not raise taxes” and perhaps, there are some, the naïve, who actually believe it. It was only a few short days ago when Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu said “It’s against my DNA” in his reference to questions about planned […]
MK (Labor) Nachman Shai warned today, Wednesday, 19 Shevat 5773 that 40% of Israelis are exposed to a chemical weapon attack. Shai, the masterful IDF spokesman during the 1991 First Gulf War explains “the government should resume manufacture of the gas mask protection kids in Israel. Today, only 6 of every 10 Israeli will receive […]
It would appear that when one deals with the non-Jewish community, granting tax breaks and privileges does not lead to shouts of “parasites” and other maligning terms, those degrading terms too often used in dealings with the chareidi tzibur in Eretz Yisrael. In Israel’s latest move to remain in the Vatican’s good graces, Foreign Minister […]
Research In Motion Ltd. unveiled new, versatile BlackBerrys after excruciating delays allowed Apple, Samsung and others to build commanding leads in an industry that is redefining society. But the first
Bayit HaYehudi officials are already setting their sights on cabinet posts, realizing that barring major changes, and some may occur, the party will receive 3-4 cabinet appointments. (This does not include deputy cabinet minister appointments). While the most senior appointment will go to the party’s leader, Naftali Bennett, and the second appointment to Uri Ariel, […]
An estimated 300 new items are expected to be introduced for Passover, according to an early survey by KosherToday. Sources in the kosher food industry say that new product introductions
In a rare move, Israel’s Supreme Court overruled the Supreme Rabbinical Court to block the release from prison of a recalcitrant husband. The rabbinical court presiding over the divorce case is headed by Rishon L’Tzion HaGaon HaRav Moshe Shlomo Amar Shlita, ruled that while the husband deserved to remain behind bars, he would be released […]
Recent events in Israel beginning last week have resulted in a rush for gas masks, Israel Radio reported on Wednesday, 19 Shevat 5773. During a regular week, about 1,400 gas
Severely wounded and still recovering, former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords begged lawmakers at an emotional hearing Wednesday to act quickly to curb firearms because “Americans are counting on you.” Not everyone
Shas officials have contacted Yesh Atid with a message that they wish to meet towards reaching agreement on key issues. This is part of Shas’ ongoing efforts to secure a spot in the new coalition. Yahadut Hatorah’s Rav Yaakov Litzman has already announced the party “can live with” the Ya’alon plan for drafting chareidim, which […]
Acting to mounting American and European Union pressure, Israel is going to transfer hundreds of millions NIS to the PA (Palestinian Authority). The tax revenue funds were held up after PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen) defied Israel and applied for UN General Assembly observer nation status. The unilateral PA move also led to Israel’s […]
Chuck Hagel has told Congress that if confirmed as the next U.S. defense secretary he would ensure America’s military is prepared to strike Iran if necessary but stressed the need
Three small children remained at a bus stop on Rabbi Akiva Street in Bnei Brak without adult supervision because the driver of an Egged 402 bus closed the doors of the bus in their father’s face, stopping him from getting off the bus with them, the daily HaMevaser reports. The father got off at the […]
Many Americans who visit the doctor this year are in for some unexpected pain. A growing number, many of them in employer-sponsored health plans, are enrolled in high-deductible health insurance
On Thursday 20 Shevat 5773 Shas representatives are scheduled to meet with President Shimon Peres, at which times they are expected to recommend to the president to give the mandate
Egypt’s President Mohamed Mursi said on Wednesday vitriolic remarks he made against Jews and Zionists in 2010 had been taken out of context and said he was not against the Jewish faith. “As I have said before the quotes were taken out of context… I am not against the Jewish faith, I am not against […]
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