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Anti-Assad protesters break into Cairo, Berlin embassies
Both buildings vandalized; Rallies against Syrian president also held in United States, Britain; Assad loyalist forces kill more than 200 in Homs; UNSC due to vote on Syria resolution Saturday.
PA's Abbas, Hamas' Mashaal to meet in Qatar
Palestinian leaders set to negotiate "reconciliation measures", issues resulting from PA-Israel "peace talks failure."
US anxious over possible Israeli plans on Iran
Two US officials say J'lem still undecided on Iran attack; Israeli strike would have implications for US election.
Seven dead as street battles rage on in Egypt
Protesters, army officer reported killed; US senators threaten Egypt aid cut over crackdowns on pro-democracy groups.
Iran blocks IAEA inspectors at military site
UN nuclear watchdog not given access to Parchin complex, where there are "strong indicators of weapon development."
Commander suspended for 'forgetting' soldier
Follows incident in which Lt.-Col. Moly Cohen left a soldier behind during an operation in Palestinian village Budrus.
UN court slams Italy over Nazi compensation claims
ICJ rules courts wrong to allow victims of Nazi war crimes to claim compensation against Germany as it has legal immunity from being sued.
Sitting pretty: Gaza renews furniture exports
Though the shipment is small, it could point the way to a new source of jobs and economic growth.
Security and Defense: Signs of the times
A year into his post, Gantz faces daunting challenge of preparing for war at a moment’s notice.
Ayalon in Germany: Pressure Iran 'until it breaks'
Deputy FM speaks at Munich Conference, says the world's key concern should be Iran's underground uranium stores.
Gunmen kidnap, release two US tourists in Sinai
Egyptian Security sources: Two American women are kidnapped in apparent attempt to hold them for ransom.
Katz:‘Growing chance Israel will strike Iran in 2012'
Military correspondent says that diplomacy will not work; the jury is still out on sanctions; failing that means Israel may take military action in the coming year.
God’s role in the peace process
Religious leaders can forge the way towards mutual respect for "the other."
A victory over bigotry at Friends
Atzmon belongs in the company of other bigots, not in American schools.
Photo Essay: Spring in a nutshell
The blooming of the almond trees is a sure sign it’s Tu Bishvat.
The Numbers Crunch: @Yalla habibi
Twitter launches Arabic version; JPost readers pessimistic after Amman talks; talkbackers debate peace process.
#Israel
What can you say about Israel in 140 characters or less?
Omega-3 fatty acids tied to lower heart problem risk
Study finds that adults with high blood levels of omega-3 less likely to develop irregular heartbeat.
'No. 1 killer of women is preventable'
While many women think cancer is main cause of death, experts say more women die of heart disease than all forms of cancer.
'Multinational companies here helping stop brain drain'
Research and development centers are helping stem exodus of computer experts, engineers and scientists, Ben-Yisrael says.
‘Obsession’ won’t grip you
As a ‘kitchen-sink film,’ this Israeli drama doesn’t hold water.
Geva Alon’s enlightenment
The folk-rocking singer-songwriter, who has forged an alluring Americana sound, is hosting Spanish guitarist Depedro.
Keep emotions in Czech
The dramatic opera ‘Jenufa’ by Leos Janacek has an international cast of vocalists and a wide range of sentiments.
My home: Mielec, Poland
The survivors of Mielec are few and far between, but one has very vivid memories of the place she called home.
Ascetic Hassidism
hassidic masters were not cut of one cloth and, over the 250 years of Hassidism’s history, some masters adopted ascetic practices.
Amsterdam rabbi reinstated after homosexuality row
Ralbag was suspended for co-signing statement which said homosexuality could be healed.
Samaria in a sewage stalemate
All but one of 22 Palestinian villages refuse connection to sewage line, Environmental Protection Ministry says.
'Israeli gas must first supply local market'
Energy expert Nick Butler says that revenue from natural gas will not start streaming in until at least 2020.
Galilee factories don’t meet clean air standards
Available pollution info is lacking, green group says.
Column One: Fool me twice
American “friends” like Wexler and Obama play Israel for a fool again and again.
Into the Fray: From potentate to puppet?
Is embracing the Islamists the only way Abdullah can preserve his rule? Is preserving Abdullah the only way Islamists can prevent ‘Jordan’ becoming ‘Palestine?’
Another Tack: With intent to deceive
It’s patently indecorous in polite society to mention that the Arabs – far from being victims – were the aggressors, that they still are, that they feign innocence.
An indictment of Palestinian incitement
The “end” for Israel is peace and security with its neighbors, and if the means involves the establishment of a Palestinian state then it is fitting and logical to pursue its realization.
Middle Israel: On fire
Blaming Yuval Steinitz for the Carmel disaster is like blaming alcoholism on the rehab centers.
Think Again: An apology to non-haredi readers
‘... with respect to most people, we would discover much more that is admirable if we did not fall prey to quick judgments and made more of an effort to really know them.’
From Across the Line: Do Palestinians have a life?
‘I BELIEVE there is a need to represent Palestinians in such a manner; as fun-loving and seeking relief from the daily, weekly and yearly grind; as not much different than Israelis on the personal level.’
In Plain Language: A religion of our own
If there is one mission statement of our religion, it is the mandate to each of us to become righteous rather than self-righteous.
Keep Dreaming: God comes in many flavors
Jews in Israel are becoming more religious, but the tradition they are embracing is increasingly open and flexible – contrary to the impression created by the fanatic fringe.