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Geneaolgy Lecture

This lecture has been postponed. The new date will be announced later.

Israel News

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Anti-Assad Syrians break into Cairo embassy ◄

Dozens break into Syrian embassy in Egypt to protest Assad government's bloody crackdown, say Egyptian security sources; none injured; embassy spokesman believes attack was pre-planned.

Barak calls on world to stop Iranian nuclear threat ◄

Speaking at World Economic Forum in Davos, defense minister calls for tougher sanctions against Islamic Republic.

On remembrance day, Norway offers Holocaust apology ◄

For the first time, Norway apologizes for the country's complicity in deportation and deaths of Jews during World War Two.

PA officials: Israeli border proposal a non-starter ◄

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' ◄

Sources say remaining Hamas presence in Damascus insignificant; Mashaal embarrassed by Assad, analysts believe.

Dagan visits Tal Law protest camp, voices support ◄

Former Mossad chief: MKs who vote to extend law should be held accountable; Israel Beteinu lawmakers say party against law.

'Holocaust taught us value of democratic ideals' ◄

Beinisch asks whether world internalized lessons of Holocaust; US envoy Shapiro: America committed to Jewish state's survival.

Arabs to Davos: Invest in us, don't fear us ◄

Main issue for newly-empowered Islamic parties is jobs, not religion, Arab delegates explain.

Syrian rebels say they hold seven Iranians hostage ◄

Rebels demand halt to army operations in Homs; say five abducted Iranians are soldiers, two civilians.

Politics: Up for grabs, down for keeps ◄

While the Likud primary race has been low profile, the Kadima contest is anything but.

Bats occupy Israeli army ghost bunkers ◄

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 ◄

We are on the cusp of being able to disarm enemies without firing a single shot.

Presidential politics bring Iran to center stage ◄

Iran becomes key talking point as GOP candidates seek to unseat Obama.

Erdogan's last blunder ◄

The Turkish Prime Minister may have gone one step too far in his quest for power.

Seeds of change in Israel ◄

Israel’s location led to its long history as a destination of ancient trade routes.

Extirpating prejudices ◄

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 ◄

Film based on murder of young physics student believed to have been shot by his ashamed father.

Rx for Readers: Given the runaround ◄

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 ◄

WHO, Guttmacher Institute researchers suggest increased access to contraception worldwide has also stalled.

Parents to receive info on ‘shaken-baby syndrome’ ◄

Health Ministry instructs hospitals to give new parents instructional booklets to increase awareness.

Valley flavors: Part 1 ◄

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 ◄

There is never a dull moment – or a dull dish – at Dallal in Tel Aviv.

The British (films) are coming! ◄

Ten new movies, as well as lectures and live entertainment, are featured in the upcoming UK film festival.

Tradition Today: A woman's voice ◄

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? ◄

The issue of women receiving rabbinic ordination has recently roiled the Orthodox community, particularly in America.

Moon and light ◄

‘May the renewal of the moon be for you the first day of each month; this month being for you the first of the months of the year’ (Exodus 12:2).

'Education a vital tool in fire prevention' ◄

Int’l conference on climate change examines ways to reduce risk while maintaining lush park lands.

Palestinians hope to learn desert farming in Arava ◄

The Arava International Center for Agricultural Training hosts several hundred agricultural university students each year.

Activists praise rejection of chicken coop reform ◄

Knesset Education, Culture and Sport C'tee rejects Agriculture Ministry proposal for legislation on chicken battery cages.

Column One: The Zionist imperative ◄

We must hope that world Jewry will recognize today that the fate of the Jewish people in Israel and throughout the world is indivisible.

Another Tack: The Perry Mason school of life ◄

Israel’s elected leaders shouldn’t be subjected to diktats whereby they must suppliantly seek permission to save Israel from annihilation.

Into The Fray: A study in impotence ◄

Israel’s diplomatic reaction to recent charges that its water policy is racist exposes a preference for passivity over preemption.

A View from Israel: Year of the dragon? ◄

This week marked 20 years of diplomatic relations with both India and China as they are becoming increasingly important on the world stage

Guest Columnist: It is time ◄

Haredi leaders must learn introspection and adapt to new realities.

Eisenbud's Odyssey: The road not taken ◄

While the number of those who tell us why we can’t accomplish our goals far exceeds those who encourage us, their numbers shouldn't reflect their value.

The Human Spirit: Rose-colored lenses ◄

Contact lenses with red centers to cover the pupil and filter incoming light help Sophia Sevaks cope with a hereditary vision disorder.

Consider This: The tipping point ◄

The film was enough to make your blood boil. Bearded hassidim talking about how it was God’s will to spit on girls who didn’t follow the dress code.

Beyond the Prism: The Arab League should sanction Iran ◄

After greater involvement in both Libya and Syria, the time has come for the Arab League to take steps against the Iranian regime.

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