The Jerusalem Post Archive

Empty seats define President Xi’s rule, as China’s political elite faces a relentless purge.

A billboard in New York’s Times Square spotlights the Palestinian Authority's pay-for-slay policy as Abbas advances a draft constitution for a future Palestinian state.

Former Norwegian prime minister Thorbjorn Jagland has been charged with gross corruption following an investigation into his alleged ties with Jeffrey Epstein, according to the New York Times.

The Secretary General's spokesperson explained that his team "doesn't agree with much of what she says, and wouldn't use the language that she uses to describe the situation in the region."

Speaking at the 2026 edition of the Munich Security Conference, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the UN has "tremendous potential," but needs reforms to be of real use.

While the Ethiopian Media Authority has informally indicated that the February 10 Reuters story prompted its decision, it has not made an official statement.

Pahlavi said that there were signs that the Iranian government was on the brink of collapse and that an attack could weaken it or accelerate its fall.

Five European governments say tests confirmed Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a lethal toxin while held in a Russian Arctic prison, accusing Moscow of breaching chemical weapons bans.

Former Oxfam UK CEO Halima Begum is taking the charity to an employment tribunal, alleging antisemitism, racism, and pressure to label the Gaza war a genocide without evidence.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu initially accepted the US president's invitation to join the Board of Peace in January.

Whether Libya moves toward a unified state or renewed fragmentation now depends on whether a new mediator emerges to replace the one that is gone

An estimated 250,000 people rallied in Munich against Iran’s Islamist regime as part of a global day of action called by Reza Pahlavi during the Munich Security Conference.

“We will not open diplomatic relationships with Iran unless there is a regime change. Period,” Anand told the Globe and Mail in an interview in Germany.

EDUCATION AFFAIRS: In the aftermath of trauma, Dr. Ben-Shahar advocates for teaching positivity and success in Jewish education, shifting focus from suffering to pride, resilience, and happiness.

The jury was deadlocked. It voted nine to three to convict on the felony charge of vandalism and eight to four to convict on the felony charge to trespass.

Jewish organizations condemned the IOC after a 1936 Berlin Olympics T-shirt sold out online, saying the Games were used to legitimize Hitler’s regime.

The Health Ministry and the Environmental Protection Ministry both issued warnings, advising all to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and close any open windows.

The government is advancing a new Negev airport at NIS 7 billion. Two decades of data suggest the final bill will be far higher.

Palo Alto Networks will surpass Teva Pharmaceuticals, which has a market cap of $40 billion, to become the company with the highest market cap on the TASE.

George Washington to the Jews of Newport, Rhode Island, and the presentation of him by artist Arthur Szyk.

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

A comparative test of 35 smartphones determines: The American iPhone 17 Pro Max delivered the highest performance, partly due to a larger 5,088 milliampere-hour battery.

New leaks indicate that Apple is developing AirPods Pro with tiny cameras that will recognize gestures and capture the environment. The launch is expected in 2026.

Israel Canada Hotels will buy 50% of the Galilion Hotel in the Hula Valley and Kfar Giladi Hotel in the Upper Galilee, boosting its presence in northern Israel’s popular vacation spots.

Gordon Tourism and the Gimelim Community launch a luxury Danube river cruise with gourmet dining, social programs, and a lifestyle experience beyond a classic vacation.

Talya Levin is not crazy about this holiday, but she will not stand in the way of any occasion that causes you to open a bottle of wine and spread love.

During February, Landwer and Tnuva offer a winter upgrade: Order a large TAKE AWAY hot drink and get an XL cup - at no extra charge.

Combining Israel’s targeted operations with American military mobilization at sea and in the air reveals an evidently dual strategy.

Over 100 years after Herzl’s Der Judenstaat, Israel faces global antisemitism, internal divisions, and the ongoing fight for its survival.

The anxieties of the 2,000s led to a plethora of dating advice explaining how to "win" in relationships. Today, open communication is prioritized.

Young Jews face a new kind of captivity: cognitive warfare eroding identity, purpose, and resilience across Israel and the Diaspora.

Israel seeks to neutralize Iran’s threat incrementally and gain operational dominance like it has in Lebanon.

A Rosh Hashanah moment in shul sparked a late-life romance in Jerusalem’s French Hill.

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Yotam Glander won Israel’s first under-21 MMA gold at the European Championships in Belgrade, defeating his Spanish opponent in under a minute.

All canisters from the company Salem Yaakov and Sons are to be taken out of service immediately. Other canisters must be checked to ensure they are labeled correctly.

Gunfire in broad daylight, soaring murder rates, and collapsing trust in policing reveal how Arab citizens in Israel are being left without basic personal security.

The Health Ministry investigation revealed that the baby had consumed Nutrilon products from a batch of products recently recalled for containing excessive toxin levels.

IDF forces in Gaza identified and killed armed terrorists who approached near the Yellow Line, with the army calling the incident a blatant violation of the ceasefire.

The Magen David Adom team that responded to the incident was forced to pronounce him dead at the scene. 

On Thursday, in comments to the press, Trump said that Netanyahu should receive a pardon for corruption charges and that Herzog should be "ashamed of himself" for not granting one.

When asked for comment on sending another aircraft carrier in addition to the one currently in the region on Friday responded that "in case we don't make a deal, we'll need it."

"Sometimes you have to have fear. That's the only thing that really will get the situation taken care of," Trump said.

The Hamas delegation intends to present demilitarization proposals to its Egyptian counterpart, including one that suggests Hamas may surrender heavy arms in exchange for retaining light arms.

"Patients and MSF personnel have seen armed men, some masked, in different areas of the large compound of the hospital," Doctors Without Borders said in a statement.

According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the forces used precision munitions delivered by fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and unmanned aircraft.

Chef’s Table at Palomino adds a twist to Jerusalem Italian dining, and desserts like cannoli steal the show.

Chef Ohad Solomon’s 12-course tasting menu is among the city’s most sophisticated dining experiences.

Chef Daniel Schiff’s Tokyo-influenced 22-course menu is served in one of the country’s rarest dining formats.

According to the Act, archaeological finds can be given the status of Treasure if they are deemed to be of historical, archaeological, or cultural importance.

Thousands of similar tunnel systems have been discovered across Europe and despite this, their purpose has been subject to decades of theory and debate. 

Rabbi Shmuel Yerish is grateful that “here in Israel you can live a full Jewish life, without judgment or reproach.”

A backgammon lesson in a Tel Aviv bar sparked a romance that spanned continents and eight years, ending in a heartfelt rooftop proposal.

The term “aphrodisiac,” derived from the Greek goddess of love, refers to foods believed to increase desire and physical pleasure. Yet, experts stress that such claims lack scientific grounding.

Faith-based media leaders prepare to tackle geopolitical tensions, technology ethics, and the future of religious broadcasting