Labels, Lies and Libel: Words and Weapons
I used to wonder why Chazal (Chachamim Zichronam L’Vracha), the wise sages of Jewish tradition, would spend so much time emphasizing the evils of, Lashon HaRah, a transgression that includes such things as gossip, slander, and a variety of other misuses of speech.
Israel Officially Cancels Terrorist Release, Imposes Sanctions on PA
Israel officially canceled the fourth round of prisoner release that would have set free 26 Palestinian terrorists as part of an earlier agreement between the Palestinian Authority and Israel.
Top 6 Things You Need to Know About the Pollard Deal
United States Secretary of State John Kerry departed Israel on Tuesday as details of a newly devised deal between Israel and the Palestinian Authority emerge.
Shin Bet Declassified Report Reveals Terror Cell Bust
The Shin Bet released this week a classified report detailing how Israel’s internal security agency, along with the IDF, busted two Samaria terror cells. Several members of the cell
IDF Preparing for Safe Passover in Hebron
Hebron, city of the Patriarchs, plays host to a variety of concerts and festivals each holiday season, and the upcoming Passover season is no exception. Thousands of tourists are expected to descend upon the city
IDF Ambush Kills Palestinian Responsible for Rock Throwing Attacks
Monday evening, IDF forces shot and killed a Palestinian terrorist that took part in numerous rock throwing attacks at cars traveling along Route 60. The incident
Oldest Masks in Existence Unveiled in Time for Purim
With the Jewish holiday of Purim around the corner, during which people traditionally don costumes and masks, the Israel Museum in Jerusalem is opening an exhibition
Names: The Fight for History
My Russian History professor in college shared the following joke: A survey was being conducted, and a man was asked the following questions: First question: Where were you born? Answer: St. Petersburg. Second Question: Where did you go to school? Answer: Petrograd. Third Question: Where do you live now? Answer: Leningrad. Final Question: Where would […]
Third Intifada Already Underway?
In a recent column, influential New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman declared that a third Intifada against Israel had begun. Intifada is an Arabic word which means “shaking off” and is used to refer to a popular uprising. The First Intifada took place in Israel between December 1987 and September 1993. The Second Intifada lasted […]
Kerry Warned by Rabbis He Will Share Fate of Haman, Quitting Politics
A group of rabbis in Israel known for their right-wing views have written an open letter to U.S. Secretary John Kerry, chastising him for the political upheaval Kerry has brought upon Israel. The letter was sent by the Committee to Save the Land and People of Israel which is associated with the Our Land of […]