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25.05.2020 / 18:39

Israeli leader vows to push ahead with annexing West Bank

JERUSALEM – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday pledged to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in the coming months, vowing to move ahead with the explosive plan despite a growing chorus of condemnations by key allies.

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Coronavirus: India, Israel to join hands for boosting rapid testing

NEW DELHI : India and Israel are to join forces for research and development for rapid testing aimed at allowing life to return to normal as India approaches the end of the fourth phase of lockdown, put in place to arrest the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Benjamin Netanyahu lashes out at 'ludicrous' graft charges as trial begins

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at a Jerusalem court Sunday for the start of his long-delayed corruption trial, rejecting the "ludicrous" charges against him and declaring he was facing the hearing "with my head held high."

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Israel's Netanyahu, unbeaten in elections, is going on trial

JERUSALEM – After entering the record books last year as Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu will once again make history when he becomes the country’s first sitting leader to go on trial.

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Thousands attend concert in Israel protesting coronavirus lockdown rules

It was organised as an official protest

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Presidents of Poland, Israel honor 101-year-old WWII heroine

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The presidents of Israel and Poland have sent birthday greetings to a 101-year-old Polish woman who is believed to be the be oldest living person recognized by Yad Vashem for rescuing Jews during the Holocaust.

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Cyprus to ban British tourists when it reopens next month

British travellers will be banned from visit Cyprus when the island re-opens to tourist next months, officials have said.

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Cyprus bans Brits when it reopens to tourists due to poor coronavirus record

Brits will be banned from Cyprus when it reopens to tourists next month.

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Israelis Shrug Off Health Regulations at Impromptu Concert in Tel Aviv

In brazen defiance of health regulations, an estimated crowd of 3,000 people danced and sang along to Israeli musicians on Thursday (May 21) at a concert in Tel Aviv that was among the first large live music gatherings since the global industry shut down in March amid the coronavirus pandemic.Over a dozen well-known Israeli acts, including alternative rocker Aviv Geffen and pop diva Rita, performed at Charles Clore public park as part of a music event semantically and legally referred to as “Behind the Scenes: an Assembly of Solidarity.” The event wasn’t billed as an official concert.

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Company creates face mask that allows wearer to eat

The masks enable wearers to easily consume food.

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In Quarantine, Love Is Finally Liking My Family

Three and a half years ago, when I packed my belongings into four suitcases and moved to London, it meant accepting a certain distance between myself and my family. It was a distance the five of us had already started to understand since one of my two sisters had made her home in Israel.

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Monkeys in coronavirus tests 'develop immunity' in two different studies

Scientific tests are getting closer to proving coronavirus victims will become immune to catching the disease a second time.

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Tragic tale of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole - Hawaiian music icon's fatal health battle

Hawaiian musician Israel Kamakawiwoʻole has been the focus of today's Google Doodle but what is his story?

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Piers Morgan slams ‘creepy’ coronavirus mask that lets you eat while wearing it

PIERS Morgan blasted a coronavirus mask that lets wearers eat while wearing it as the "creepiest thing I've ever seen". A clip of the mask, which was invention by an Israeli company, was show in action on today's Good Morning Britain, but Piers wasn't impressed.

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Etihad makes 1st known commercial flight between UAE, Israel

JERUSALEM – Etihad Airways flew aid for the Palestinians amid the coronavirus pandemic from the capital of the United Arab Emirates into Israel on Tuesday, marking the first known direct commercial flight between the two nations.

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Scotland Euro 2020 play-off in doubt as Norway considers radical law change

Scotland could face an unexpected hurdle in their bid to reach Euro 2020, as Norway considers banning foreign travel until January.

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Jewish extremist convicted in arson that killed Arab toddler

JERUSALEM – An Israeli district court on Monday convicted a Jewish extremist of murder in a 2015 arson attack that killed a Palestinian toddler and his parents, a case that had sent shock waves through Israel and helped fuel months of Israeli-Palestinian violence.

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Israel finally swears in government after 3 elections

JERUSALEM – After three deadlocked and divisive elections, a year and a half of political paralysis and another three-day delay because of political infighting in his Likud party, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finally swore in his new government on Sunday.

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Chinese ambassador to Israel found dead at home in Tel Aviv

China's ambassador to Israel was found dead in his home in Tel Aviv on Sunday, an Israeli police spokesman said.

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BREAKING China's ambassador to Israel found dead at home

The Chinese Ambassador to Israel was found dead in his residence this morning, Israeli officials have said.

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One Direction fans call for reunion as group approaches 10th anniversary

One Direction fans from around the world have called on the boy band to reform, during Capital’s online alternative to its Summertime Ball.

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EU weighs stance amid concern over Israeli annexation plans

BRUSSELS – European Union foreign ministers will weigh later Friday what action the bloc could take should Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu push ahead with plans to annex the West Bank in coming months.

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Lives Lost: Holocaust survivor reclaimed Nazi-looted artwork

TEL AVIV – With the Nazis murdering Jews and ransacking their property outside on the infamous nights of Kristallnacht in 1938, 13-year-old David Toren sat in the sunroom of his wealthy great-uncle in Germany admiring a favorite painting depicting two men on horseback on a beach.

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TAU and Neovii team up to develop Covid-19 vaccine

Israel-based Tel Aviv University (TAU)’s technology transfer company Ramot has entered a research and licence agreement with Swiss-based biopharmaceutical company Neovii to develop a vaccine against Covid-19.

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Seven nations confer on means to prevent future health crises

NEW DELHI : Collaboration among countries to prevent future global health crises, the need for transparency, the importance of a rules-based international order, and the post covid-19 world order were among the issues discussed by foreign ministers of India, the US, Japan, Australia, Israel, Brazil and South Korea during a meeting by videoconference on Monday.

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US, India and others discuss prevention of global health crises, accountability

NEW DELHI: Collaboration among countries to prevent future global health crises, need for transparency, importance of a rules-based international order, and the post covid-19 world order were among the issues discussed by foreign ministers of India, US, Japan, Australia, Israel, Brazil and South Korea during a video conference on Monday.

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Jaishankar discusses Covid-19 challenges with counterparts from US, others

The External Affairs Minister also spoke to his counterparts from Australia, Israel, Japan, Brazil and South Korea at the same virtual meeting

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The AI camera system used by Celtic that could solve the SPFL's closed-door financial conundrum

Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Celtic are amongst major clubs using an AI-automated camera system which could potentially stream behind-closed-doors SPFL matches to locked-out fans.

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Israeli Supreme Court: Netanyahu may form government

JERUSALEM – Israel's Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may form a new government while under indictment.

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How Goofy Music Videos Are Multiplying Kids' Algebra Skills

With her program Muzology, memory expert — and unlikely industry insider — Dr. Lana Israel is proving that a catchy tune can make math stick for even the most struggling students.

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Coronavirus around the world: May 5, 2020

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Scientists in Israel develop antibody to battle covid-19

With researchers the world over racing against time to develop a treatment for covid-19, Israel on Monday said that scientists at the Israel Institute of Biological Research have successfully developed a monoclonal antibody that has the potential to “neutralize" the SARS-CoV2 virus.

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Israel isolates coronavirus antibody in 'significant breakthrough'

Israel Institute for Biological Research (IIBR) has been leading Israeli efforts to develop a treatment and vaccine for the coronavirus

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Israel scientists in 'major coronavirus vaccine breakthrough' as antibody isolated

Israeli scientists have isolated a key coronavirus antibody which they claimed is a "significant breakthrough" towards developing a vaccine against the disease.

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Florida sheriff says he didn’t need to disclose fatally shooting drug dealer when he was 14

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The Florida sheriff appointed by the governor after the 2018 Parkland high school massacre is defending himself over allegations that he should have disclosed he fatally shot another teenager when he was 14 in Philadelphia.

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Sharansky to use Genesis Prize proceeds to fight coronavirus

JERUSALEM – Former Soviet dissident Natan Sharansky, winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize, announced Monday that he will donate the $1 million award to organizations fighting the coronavirus pandemic and assisting people most affected by the outbreak.

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Israeli court to weigh in on whether Netanyahu can stay PM amid criminal charges

Israel’s Supreme Court began a two-day hearing on Sunday to determine whether Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s indictment on criminal charges disqualifies him from forming a new government.

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Israel's high court to hear petitions against Netanyahu rule

JERUSALEM – Israel's high court was set Sunday to begin hearing petitions against Benjamin Netanyahu forming a government while facing criminal indictments.

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Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot gets surprise visit from friends as she celebrates 35th birthday

She's famous the world over for being Wonder Woman.And on Thursday, Gal Gadot celebrated her 35th birthday with a little help from her friends.The Israeli actress is holed up with husband Yaron Varsano and their two daughters at home in LA during the coronavirus lockdown but still got a birthday visit from some pals. Celebration: Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot celebrated her 35th birthday Thursday with a little help from friends who paid her and husband Yaron Varsano a surprise visit at their LA homeGadot was spotted greeting a couple who stopped by to drop off a birthday treat.She seemed genuinely surprised by the visit clasping her hands together and uttering an exclamation.

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Jordan halts Israeli farmers' access to border enclave

AMMAN – Jordan's Foreign Ministry said Thursday that Israeli farmers will no longer be allowed to work their fields in an enclave of southern Jordan, ending a more than 25-year arrangement meant to shore up a historic peace agreement.

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A Real-Life Wonder Woman: 35 Fascinating Facts About Gal Gadot

Like the rest of us, it's shaping up to be an interesting year for Gal Gadot. The Israeli superstar who catapulted to fame when she landed the iconic role of Wonder Woman was meant to have a massive 2020.

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Wizz Air to restart London flights to Spain, Portugal and other countries from tomorrow

Low-cost airline Wizz Air will resume flights from London to a host of European countries from tomorrow.

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Tribeca: 'Asia,' 'Cowboys,' 'Materna' Among Awards Winners

Even with its physical edition postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 Tribeca Film Festival presented the winners in its juried competition Wednesday night via Tribeca's Instagram after the fest made some of its programming available online. Co-founders Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal participated in the virtual ceremony, which started at 7 p.m.

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Joe Biden says he'd leave US embassy in Jerusalem if elected

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden said Wednesday that the U.S. embassy in Israel would remain in Jerusalem if he's elected, even as he called President Donald Trump's decision to move the diplomatic base from Tel Aviv “short-sighted and frivolous.”

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Andy Grammer Says Raising A Newborn Amid The Coronavirus Pandemic Is ‘Intense’

Andy Grammer is dealing with a lot at the moment.

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Deadly virus turns honey bees into Trojan horses

Infected bees were less likely to be fed by other bees, a common behavior shown here.

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Coronavirus 'vanishes' after 70 days with or without intervention, claims professor

An Israeli professor has claimed that coronavirus will disappear after 70 days – with or without intervention.

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Thousands demonstrate against Israeli coalition deal

TEL AVIV – Several thousand Israelis rallied Saturday to demonstrate against a unity government deal reached last week that leaves Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in power as he prepares to go on trial for corruption charges.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0