Shabbat Noach
October 31, 2024 by J-Wire
New Hezbollah chief vows to continue ‘war program’ against Israel
October 31, 2024 by Akiva van Koningsveld
In his first speech since being appointed Hezbollah leader earlier this week, Naim Qassem on Wednesday vowed to continue the path of his slain predecessor Hassan Nasrallah. Read more
Scientists identify cancer mechanism that could transform immunotherapy
October 31, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Israeli researchers uncovered a groundbreaking mechanism in cancer treatment that could potentially eradicate tumours resistant to current immunotherapies. Read more
Knesset law blocks US From establishing consulate in Jerusalem
October 31, 2024 by Pesach Benson
The Israeli Knesset passed into law legislation pre-empting the US from establishing a US consulate in Jerusalem to serve Palestinians on Tuesday night. Read more
Israel: ‘Rotten’ UNRWA is ‘infected with terror’
Following the Knesset’s vote on Monday to ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), the Israeli Foreign Ministry called the refugee agency “rotten.” Read more
Woollahra and Waverley councils vote for memorial to victims of October 7 amid rising antisemitic graffiti
October 30, 2024 by Rob Klein
In a unified gesture of solidarity and remembrance, Woollahra and Waverley Councils in Sydney have united and resolved to commission a permanent public art installation commemorating the tragic events of October 7, 2023, which claimed 1,180 Israeli lives. Read more
Gaza man with possible Hamas links loses fight for visa
October 30, 2024 by AAP
A painter fleeing from the Gaza Strip whose visitor visa was revoked due to suspected terrorist links has lost a court bid to be with his family in Australia. Read more
Hezbollah rocket strikes UNIFIL headquarters
October 30, 2024 by Pesach Benson
A rocket fired by Hezbollah struck the Lebanese headquarters of the United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon in Naqoura, the international peacekeepers confirmed on Tuesday. Read more
Israel expects disabled soldier numbers to reach 100,000 by 2030
October 30, 2024 by Pesach Benson
Around 12,000 injured Israeli soldiers and security personnel have entered physical rehabilitation since October 7, 2023, according to figures released by the Defence Ministry on Tuesday.
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University antisemitism subject for parliamentary committee
October 30, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
Antisemitism at Australian universities has been referred to the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Human Rights for inquiry and report. Read more
Soldier hurt in Gaza succumbs to wounds, bringing IDF toll to 772
October 29, 2024 by JNS
An Israel Defence Forces soldier wounded earlier this month while battling Hamas terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip has succumbed to his wounds, the military announced on Monday night. Read more
A match made in war
October 29, 2024 by Etgar Lefkovitz - JNS
When the young American social media consultant volunteering in Israel saw a handsome IDF soldier recuperating in the hospital rehabilitation ward, she offered him a Fruit Roll-Up. Read more
Nelson Mandela’s grandson denied UK visa over Hamas support
October 29, 2024 by Rolene Marks - JNS
Mandla Mandela, grandson of anti-Apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, has been denied an entry visa to the United Kingdom due to his support for the Hamas terrorist organization. Read more
Dry Bones
October 29, 2024 by Yaakov - DryBones - Kirschen - JNS
Today’s cartoon: After Sinwar – with whom do we negotiate? Read more
From Australia’s Jewish Past
October 29, 2024 by Ruth Lilian
Charles K Bliss – the inventor of a universal language employing symbols Read more
Ode to Joy – a joyous performance
October 29, 2024 by Shirley Politzer
A music review by Shirley Politzer Read more
Knesset passes legislation banning UNRWA
October 29, 2024 by Anna Epshtein
Hamas scrambles for ceasefire as Israel mulls cutting off northern Gaza aid
October 29, 2024 by Baruch Yedid - TPS
Hamas’s new willingness to negotiate a ceasefire stems from its fear of a plan being considered by Israeli leaders to isolate northern Gaza from humanitarian aid and starve the terror group, and not necessarily because of the death of Yahya Sinwar in mid-October. Read more
Israeli laser defense set for 2025 deployment after $815 million expansion
October 29, 2024 by Pesach Benson
An Israeli laser-based air defence system under development is expected to become operational in mid-2025, the Israeli Defence Ministry said on Monday as it announced the signing of a 2 billion-shekel (A$815 million) order to expand its production. Read more
A Real Pain
October 28, 2024 by Alex First
A movie review by Alex First Read more
ECAJ taking Islamic preacher to court
October 28, 2024 by J-Wire News Service
Proceedings have been commenced in the Federal Court of Australia against a self-described Islamic preacher, Wissam Haddad (aka Abu Ousayd), and a religious centre, Al Madina Dawah Centre Incorporated, located in western Sydney following speeches allegedly made at the centre late last year, recordings of which have been uploaded online. Read more
Australia denies visa to right wing commentator Candace Owens
Australia has denied a visa for controversial American commentator Candace Owens, with Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke citing her “capacity to incite discord.” Read more
INTO THE FRAY: Something rotten in the land of the Tricolour?
October 28, 2024 by Martin Sherman
While France is the origin of the principles of modern democracy, it has also shown a disturbing affinity for tyranny. Read more
Mozart’s Sister
October 28, 2024 by Shirley Politzer
A movie review by Shirley Politzer Read more
UN inflaming Jew-hatred by keeping Gazans penned inside Gaza
October 28, 2024 by David Singer
The continuing failure of the United Nations to remove Gaza’s children, women, the sick and the elderly from eight refugee camps inside Gaza to the relative safety offered by 10 refugee camps located in Jordan and 12 refugee camps located in Syria – has been a monumental failure of judgement, dereliction of duty and lack of concern for the welfare of the 650,356 refugees living in Gaza and registered with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). Read more
Feintooner
October 28, 2024 by Feintooner
This week’s cartoon: Raining in Iran Read more
‘We have not broken’: Israel marks anniversary of October 7 attacks
October 28, 2024 by Noah Michaeli
Israeli leaders stressed national unity, strength and resilience as the country marked the anniversary of the October 7 attacks on Sunday. Read more
At Least six killed, dozens injured as truck strikes bus in Tel Aviv Area
October 27, 2024 by Pesach Benson
At least six people were killed and dozens injured when a truck struck a bus in the area of Glilot north of Tel Aviv on Sunday morning, with numerous victims still trapped beneath the truck. Read more
Iran’s missile program set back, but nuclear threat remains
October 27, 2024 by Yaakov Lappin
Israel’s airstrikes on military targets in Iran overnight Saturday damaged the Islamic Regime’s missile program and air defences while demonstrating the Israeli Air Force’s advanced long-range capabilities. Read more
Harris owes Holocaust victims an apology for comparing Trump to Hitler, survivor says
October 27, 2024 by JNS
Jerry Wartski, 94, lifts up the sleeve of his purple shirt revealing the number that the Nazis tattooed on him, as he tell the camera, “I know more about Hitler than Kamala will ever know in 1,000 lifetimes.” Read more
