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Departures / Arrivals: Cantor Amram Mizrachi is the real wandering Jew

Liat Elkayam — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 07:25:00 GMT

Cantor Amram Mizrachi is the real wandering Jew; Rami hopes to make his country proud.

Ukrainian protesters claim control over capital

The Associated Press — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 07:13:17 GMT

Nation's embattled president reportedly flees Kiev for his support base in Ukraine's Russia-leaning east.

Sisters in arms: The burgeoning defense trade between Israel and India

Amos Harel — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 07:05:00 GMT

While they don't see eye to eye on terror, Tehran and trade with China, nations are closely engaged in the realm of defense.

Ukraine protester tweets after being shot in neck

The Associated Press — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 01:07:00 GMT

A 21-year-old volunteer medic texts 'I am dying' after getting shot by a sniper.

Israeli military one of the world’s most LGBT friendly, says new report

Brian Schaefer — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 23:34:00 GMT

In the first index to rank countries by the inclusion of gay and lesbian service members, Israel breaks the top ten, far ahead of the United States.

Rolling Stones rock Abu Dhabi in first Middle East show

Reuters — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 21:55:59 GMT

Mick Jagger and his legendary troupe kick off their Mid-East tour in culturally conservative Abu Dhabi.

Russian-born Israelis chase capitalist dreams to Moscow

Ofer Matan — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 20:16:00 GMT

Russians who immigrated to Israel are increasingly moving to Moscow in search of opportunity, stability - and politer waiters.

Ukraine agreement reached, but the street resists

Reuters — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 20:16:00 GMT

Yanukovich signs agreement to end crisis, says will form national unity government, relinquish some of his presidential powers; Ukraine parliament passes law to free opposition figure Yulia Tymoshenko.

Senior Palestinian official: We could recognize Jewish state

Haaretz — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 19:53:00 GMT

Some form of recognition of Israel as the Jewish state could be acceptable to the Palestinian Authority, says PLO Central Committee Member Nabil Amro, though it would still have to be brought to a popular referendum.

Syria submits new 100-day plan for removal of chemical weapons

Reuters — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 16:33:00 GMT

Plan submitted after February 5 deadline passes, but UN watchdog is convinced project can be finished even earlier.

Germany to assist Israelis in states where they have no embassy

Reuters — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 16:11:00 GMT

Offer is 'a special message' from Germany, says Israel's ambassador to country.

'Prisoner X' leaked Mossad intelligence to Iranian businessman, new book claims

Dan Goldberg — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:41:00 GMT

Book entitled 'Prisoner X' contradicts previous media reports which claim that the Australian-born Mossad agent worked independently to turn an associate of Hezbollah into a double agent.

Muted murder: Hitchcock’s rare silent films now showing in Israel

Uri Klein — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:37:00 GMT

The famed director’s first films are being screened in Tel Aviv, Haifa and Jerusalem along with music.

Israeli soldiers, Palestinians clash in Hebron

Jack Khoury, The Associated Press — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:52:00 GMT

Between 15-20 wounded in clashes, Palestinians say; IDF says five wounded.

Hungary postpones controversial WW2 memorial’s unveiling

JTA — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:48:00 GMT

The monument depicts Hungary as an angel being attacked by a German eagle; critics say this absolves Hungary of its role in the deaths of some 450,000 Jews.

Peres, the PM, and the politics behind the presidency

Yossi Verter — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:30:00 GMT

The idea of having the country’s citizens elect the president is completely misbegotten. Isn’t the Knesset, elected by and representing the people, good enough for that?

Rights groups appeal to revoke detention orders for asylum-seekers

Ilan Lior — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 14:15:00 GMT

Demand comes after judges freeze certain summonses, slamming the conduct of the state.

Right-wing lawmakers warn Netanyahu against settlement freeze

Jonathan Lis — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:34:00 GMT

In a letter to Netanyahu, some 21 Knesset members, including seven deputy ministers, express vehement opposition to construction freeze as part of a deal with the Palestinians.

The luxurious life of Israel's pampered pooches

Roy (Chicky) Arad — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:30:00 GMT

Spas, acupuncture and fine dining are par for the course for these dogs, whose owners spend more on them than most Israelis earn in a month.

Man who would be U.K.'s first Jewish PM to visit Israel

Haaretz — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 13:25:00 GMT

Labour Party head Ed Miliband's first major official visit abroad will take place in the next three months, according to the Jewish Chronicle.

Israeli startup helps wheelchair users descend stairs

Haaretz — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 12:25:00 GMT

Softwheel's new technology ensures wheelchair users don't come to any harm when going down stairs.

Car of Petah Tikva deputy mayor explodes

Yaniv Kubovich — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 12:11:00 GMT

Early morning blast wakes municipality official and his neighbors; no one was injured.

Word of the day / Kol milah basela: Between a rock and a silent place

Shoshana Kordova — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 11:45:00 GMT

A phrased used frequently by Israelis online to express agreement is rooted in the Talmud, and more misleading than you might think.

Jordanian sheikh causes stir with claims Israel belongs to Jews

Haaretz — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 11:10:00 GMT

Sheikh Ahmed Aladoan, who visited Israel last year, based his assertions on the Koran.

Thank you for your money ladies, and good-bye

Anshel Pfeffer — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 10:00:00 GMT

There is no question about it: Hadassah hospital should be nationalized.