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'Never forget,' says Obama on Holocaust Remembrance Day - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
In a statement released on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, US president vows to remember Holocaust through actions as well as thoughts; pledges to fight anti-Semitism, "against hatred in all forms."
Anti-Assad Syrians break into Cairo embassy - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Dozens break into Syrian embassy in Egypt to protest Assad government's bloody crackdown, say Egyptian security sources.
Barak calls on world to stop Iranian nuclear threat - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Speaking at World Economic Forum in Davos, defense minister calls for tougher sanctions against Islamic Republic.
PA officials: Israeli border proposal a non-starter - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
PLO source says Israeli proposal for borders and security calls for "a Palestinian state made up of a wall and settlements."
'Mashaal has effectively abandoned Syria HQ' - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Sources say remaining Hamas presence in Damascus insignificant; Mashaal embarrassed by Assad, analysts believe.
Dagan visits Tal Law protest camp, voices support - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Former Mossad chief: MKs who vote to extend law should be held accountable; Israel Beteinu lawmakers say party against law.
Arabs to Davos: Invest in us, don't fear us - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Main issue for newly-empowered Islamic parties is jobs, not religion, Arab delegates explain.
Syrian rebels say they hold seven Iranians hostage - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Rebels demand halt to army operations in Homs; say five abducted Iranians are soldiers, two civilians.
Syria violence kills 37, UN Security Council to meet - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Homs shaken by reported sectarian killing of family of 14; activists: Security forces kill 37 people in violence.
Politics: Up for grabs, down for keeps - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
While the Likud primary race has been low profile, the Kadima contest is anything but.
Bats occupy Israeli army ghost bunkers - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Abandoned steel forts along the Jordan River have turned into cozy caverns for bats on the endangered species list.
0xOmar, Ayalon, and the next revolution in warfare - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
We are on the cusp of being able to disarm enemies without firing a single shot.
Presidential politics bring Iran to center stage - Sun, 22 Jan 2012
Iran becomes key talking point as GOP candidates seek to unseat Obama.
Erdogan's last blunder - Mon, 23 Jan 2012
The Turkish Prime Minister may have gone one step too far in his quest for power.
Seeds of change in Israel - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Israel’s location led to its long history as a destination of ancient trade routes.
Extirpating prejudices - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
Ruth Ouazana is a doer. For years she immersed herself in activism, continues to promote issues close to her heart.
Gay 'honor killing' movie shakes Turkey up - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Film based on murder of young physics student believed to have been shot by his ashamed father.
Rx for Readers: Given the runaround - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
If someone with cellulitis used the same bathtub as someone who doesn’t have it, will the bacteria spread?
Abortion rate decline stalls, unsafe abortions rise - Thu, 19 Jan 2012
WHO, Guttmacher Institute researchers suggest increased access to contraception worldwide has also stalled.
Parents to receive info on ‘shaken-baby syndrome’ - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
Health Ministry instructs hospitals to give new parents instructional booklets to increase awareness.
Valley flavors: Part 1 - Fri, 27 Jan 2012
As part of Emek Izrael’s annual food festival, Yokneam Moshava residents open their houses to the public to view and buy arts and crafts.
A warm welcome - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
There is never a dull moment – or a dull dish – at Dallal in Tel Aviv.
The British (films) are coming! - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
Ten new movies, as well as lectures and live entertainment, are featured in the upcoming UK film festival.
Tradition Today: A woman's voice - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
If we consider the original meaning of the verse from Song of Songs, it is clear it is a positive statement praising the beauty of a woman’s voice.
Ask the Rabbi: May women serve as rabbis? - Thu, 26 Jan 2012
The issue of women receiving rabbinic ordination has recently roiled the Orthodox community, particularly in America.
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