The Jerusalem Post Archive

20 September 2025
The cheapest plug-in in the country: BYD for NIS 167,000

The Chinese manufacturer launches another crossover, the Sea Lion 5, aimed directly at the country’s best-selling car, the JAC 7. What is the electric range?

Leaving the Emirates behind: Dovi Frances on Israel’s unique edge to become a global AI superpower

Dovi Frances shared an optimistic vision, highlighting Israel’s unique potential and historic opportunity: It can lead the global AI revolution and become a world AI superpower.

Beauty gifts so good you’ll want to keep them for yourself

We’ve put together a respectable list, carefully checked, of holiday gifts you’ll want to buy for others and then, oops, forget at home and keep for yourself.

NIS 65-129. Rosh Hashanah guide to red wines

Mira Eitan tasted, filtered, and selected red wines in a variety of styles. One or more of them will surely suit your holiday table. Save to favorites and head to the store.

From grief to healing: The role of cooking in an ancient tradition of Jewish resilience - opinion

Food is more than symbolic to Jews; it has become our living archive, our edible memory book.

'Questioning Belief': Torah and tradition today - review

Understanding the Torah in ways that ‘make sense to the modern mind,’ to ‘facilitate a deeper connection with our traditions and our Creator.’

Lessons from ‘shiva’: A tribute to my very special editor

Judaism's mourning rituals parallel the psychological pathway to healing and help enable us to transition through the process of shiva, shloshim, and the first year after death.

This week in Jewish history: High Holy Days, return of Yemeni Jews, Second Intifada

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars – Today in Jewish History.

Grapevine: Rose Garden refresh

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Avraham Vofsi: An aliyah journey painted on canvas

Vofsi is currently planning a landscape project with Aboriginal communities, informed by his deepened understanding of what it means to belong to a land as a Jew in Israel.

'The daughter of kings and queens': A letter to my daughter on her bat mitzvah

'The ya’ara has an aroma I deeply associate with the Land of Israel, and I wanted you to carry that association with you.'

'Shabbat guidebook for parents': The value of recharging - review

A resourceful guidebook for a joyful Shabbat with your children.

Tenne: Breakfast with a difference at new restaurant in Ra’anana - review

Tenne in Ra’anana is a great place for breakfast (and lunch and dinner), and it also has a huge takeaway section.

From Satmar to Syria: The hassidic mission to discover relics of ancient Jewish civilizations

Despite the current lack of Jewish presence, Satmar Hassid Moshe Klein says it is obvious that a great many Jews once lived in Syria.

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez crosses dangerous red line in ‘atomic bomb’ remark - opinion

In the judgment of history, Sánchez’s words will be remembered as disgraceful – evidence of moral blindness and failed leadership.

'Bad Shabbos': the off-the-charts politically incorrect film Israelis didn't know they needed

The movie won the coveted Audience Award at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival.

Why the '1948' documentary is controversial and honoring Redford

Most of Redford's biggest hits are on Apple TV+, including "The Way We Were" with Barbra Streisand.

October 7 cost me my son, it must unite, not divide, the Jewish people - opinion

Our enemies today wish to weaken us in two ways: to weaken the internal bonds of Jewish solidarity that bind us together and to sever the connection between Judaism and the Jewish state.

Israel, Cyprus partnership paves path towards prosperity - opinion

In a region where alliances shift with dizzying speed, the Israel-Cyprus partnership stands out as a stable, pragmatic, and forward-looking relationship.

Independence and partnership: A Rosh Hashanah prayer for Israel - opinion

KNOW COMMENT: This 5786, let's embrace a plot of purpose and a belief in inevitable, righteous movement towards peace and stability.

Russian Jews seek a home in Israel as Ukraine war drives aliyah wave

ALIYAH AFFAIRS: Between “sausage” and “pumpkin,” the waves of Russian aliyah have carried different circumstances and subtexts, but are continuously united by a search for a place to belong.

Turkish dig shows how people used daily objects in mysterious 5,000-year-old ceremonies

Head archeologist says face-carved pottery from Konya Plain served ritual purposes rather than daily cooking or storage functions.

Police find 12-meter underground shaft in Greece, arrest two in suspected antiquities plot

Police seized €18,380, $5,774, 6,500 lei, detectors and a device from a car. At the site they found lighting, ventilation, pumps and a hoist, and alerted antiquities officials due to its proximity.

Antisemitism accusations hound Corbyn’s new party as advisor accuses PM of taking money from Israel

Andrew Feinstein was recorded claiming that “powerful Israel lobbyists” were influencing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Labour government.

Israel detains four foreign nationals who illegally crossed into Israel from Jordan

The unarmed individuals may have been migrant workers.

Israeli breakthrough in diamond tech open doors to faster, reliable quantum devices

Israeli and German scientists announced the development of a method to capture nearly all the light emitted by microscopic defects in diamonds - an advance that could make quantum devices faster.

Gaza war, AI use trigger rising unemployment in Israel's tech sector, Taub Center study finds

The unemployment rate in the industry has risen and exceeded the average in the economy, and in 2024 there was a sharp fall in the number of vacant jobs.

Portugal to recognize a Palestinian state, government says

Portugal will join a handful of other EU members supporting the recognition.

Terrorists loot aid trucks of baby formula in Gaza City, UNICEF and COGAT confirm

While UNICEF named the parties only as “armed individuals,” COGAT announced that Hamas had robbed the aid trucks.

Argentine tennis star Diego Schwartzman now plays soccer for a Jewish club in Buenos Aires

After retiring from tennis earlier this year, Schwartzman has returned to the soccer pitch.

Trump says fewer than 20 hostages still alive, Gaza City op. may save them

When asked about the Gaza City expansion and its impact on the hostages, Trump responded, “They might be [at greater risk]. They also may be freed because of that..."

In anti-ICE protest, Illinois Democrats tear-gassed, pepper-sprayed by federal agents

Violent clashes between US immigration officials and protesters continue in the aftermath of Trump's immigration crackdown.

After years of war, world’s oldest synagogue paintings are revealed as intact in Damascus

Jewish sites and synagogues suffered lootings and bombardment over the course of the war, which followed the emigration of virtually all Syrian Jews.

Trump seeks to reclaim Taliban-conquered air base in Afghanistan

Trump has cited Bagram’s proximity to China as one of the main motivations behind this proposed move, stating that the location is “about an hour away from where China is developing nuclear weapons."

US National Counterterrorism Center warns of threat from al-Qaeda

The center released a memo to US officials and law enforcement, urging increased caution and security measures.

'The wokeism infected them': Argentina's envoy slams leaders pushing Palestinian state recognition

Argentina’s ambassador to Israel lashed out at leftist leaders “infected by wokeism,” praised Milei’s “absolute moral clarity” and vowed to fight antisemitism alongside Israel.

COGAT accuses Hamas of firing at UN vehicles, IDF transfers thousands more soldiers to Gaza City

Hostage families demonstrate for deal • IDF soldier moderately wounded in Gaza City • Egypt threatens to send troops • IDF to increase forces in West Bank ahead of holidays

India’s influence in the Middle East: balancing energy, workers, and Saudi-Pakistan defense pact

Gulf Countries are home to nearly half of India’s immigrant population, which brings skills and growth to the Middle East economies.

Likud MK May Golan to be questioned on suspicion of aggravated bribery charges – N12

Golan was originally questioned for suspicion of breach of trust and fraudulent activity, and is also suspected of obstructing the investigation and interfering with and hindering a police officer.

'Mossad had no part in Charlie Kirk assassination,' former agency director Yossi Cohen clarifies

Cohen spoke in an interview with Australian influencer Erin Molan and addressed rumors stated by conservative podcaster Candace Owens that Israel was somehow involved in the murder.

Ted Cruz denounces FCC threats against US broadcasters as 'dangerous'

In comments on his podcast, the Republican senator from Texas said that he believed that Carr’s threat would come back around for conservative media figures in the future.

Egypt threatens to send troops, aircraft to Sinai Peninsula after Gazan displacement - report

The military official told al-Akhbar that “instructions for a plan to deal with any emergency include not shooting at any Palestinian approaching the border."

Yuval Raphael receives award at United Hatzalah gala, presented by Gal Gadot

The event brought together the Los Angeles pro-Israel philanthropic community to raise funds for medical supplies and to train volunteers for United Hatzalah.

Russia hits Ukraine with barrage of drones, missiles, kills 3, Kyiv says

"Every such strike is not a military necessity but a deliberate strategy by Russia to terrorize civilians and destroy our infrastructure," Zelensky said.

Gunfire hits ABC studio in Sacramento following 'Jimmy Kimmel' suspension

Three gunshots penetrated the building, but no information on any suspect vehicles involved has been released.

Hamas publishes archive photo of remaining 48 hostages, labeling them each as 'Ron Arad'

The terrorist organization said that "the fate of the hostages will be like Ron Arad," referencing the IAF navigator who was taken captive in Lebanon.

Israeli soldier moderately wounded by Hamas sniper fire in Gaza City area as incursion intensifies

The IDF targeted underground terrorist infrastructure, weapons depots, and terrorist cells.

Cyberattack disrupts European airports including Heathrow, Brussels

Communication errors also grounded thousands of flights at the two airports in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area.

Dublin Airport terminal reopens following security incident

The military's bomb squad and the anti-terrorist Special Detective Unit have arrived at the scene of the incident at the airport. 

NY Democrats hesitate to back Mamdani over Israel stance, Biden snub

For some, Mamdani’s approach when Biden and Harris were running is evidence that Democrats should feel under no obligation to support him now.

Iconic Israeli actor-singer Arie Moscone passes away at age 78

The beloved actor and singer, who left a deep mark on Israeli culture, was born in Bulgaria and immigrated to Israel with his parents in 1948.

Saudi Arabia to support Yemeni government with around $368 million, source says

The grant will be from the Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen.

Pezeshkian says Iran can overcome any return of sanctions

After the United Nations voted to uphold the nuclear "snapback" sanctions process, the Iranian President asserted that Iran will not be stopped.

Palestinian Hamas-aligned journalist Mustafa Ayash arrested at Netherlands airport - report

Ayash is reportedly set to be deported to Austria.

Beit She'an sextortion ring: Posing as underage sex workers, network blackmails thousands from men

Three young men from Beit She'an are suspected of impersonating women and extorting more than NIS 100,000 from people online. 

Hamas rebuilds Gaza City tunnels, IDF halts underground op. fearing hostages present - N12

As many as 10,000 terrorists are understood to be hiding out in Gaza City.

Holidays in the Shadow of Loss: An empty chair, a broken heart

Amid the light of the High Holidays, widows of fallen IDF soldiers share stories of loss, resilience, and the strength to keep their families’ traditions alive.

Hostage mother: 'Netanyahu will forever be remembered as a murderer'

Einav Zangauker, the mother of hostage Matan Zangauker, said: "This is the 715th day that our children have been going through a Holocaust in the Hamas tunnels."

Gaza-bound flotilla grows to 40 vessels after joining Sicilian group

The armada of about forty vessels is now roughly 1,000 miles from the coast of Gaza.

From Yarka to New York: An IDF Orphan’s Journey of Healing

The IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s annual “Superheroes Trip” brings bereaved children together; for counselor Athar Aboreesh, it became a journey of healing too.

Pairing with A Lifeline of Giving: Max August Stands with Israel’s Widows and Orphans

By mobilizing donors and raising awareness, August strengthens the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s vital mission of hope, healing, and support.

Through Grief and Hope: Why Israel’s Widows and Orphans Must Never Stand Alone

A Letter from Yossi Cohen, former head of the Mossad and President of the IDFWO International Friends Association.

Dutch police use tear gas against anti-immigration protesters

Anti-migration populist Geert Wilders, who won the previous election in Holland and has recently retained his lead in opinion polls ahead of the October 29 vote, was invited to speak, but declined.

Bella Hadid shares images of health struggles as mother gets candid on Lyme Disease diagnosis

Yolanda Hadid shared that watching Hadid struggle with Lyme disease "has cut the deepest core of hopelessness inside me."

Macron vows to combat antisemitism: 'I know the anxiety of French Jews'

The French president announced his intent to crack down on antisemitism ahead of France's official recognition on a Palestinian state.

COGAT accuses Hamas of opening fire on UN vehicles, preventing new UN aid route

The UN vehicles were reportedly stolen, and terrorists placed sandbags on the route to prevent new attempts to deliver aid.

Netanyahu to meet with seven ministers to discuss advancing Syria deal, sources tell 'Post'

One official confirmed that talks with Syria have progressed.

Qatar demands apology for Doha strike, Israel return to hostage deal negotiations - N12

The source said Qatar would show flexibility on the wording of the apology, reportedly acknowledging that such a move would be unpopular among Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s allies. 

Iran warns it will suspend IAEA cooperation if UN sanctions are reinstated

Iran's Supreme National Security Council threatened to resist UN nuclear "snapback" sanctions.

Presence of armed anti-Hamas groups growing in Gaza, reports indicate - analysis

While small, these groups may be able to aid Israel in removing Hamas from positions of power.

Daily horoscope for 20/9/2025 – All zodiac signs

A glimpse into today’s energies and emotions, guiding you through your daily challenges.

Multiple fires break out in northern Israel, investigators hunt for cause

The origin of the fires has not yet been determined and a fire investigator will examine the circumstances of the cases.

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